Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 have an inline three-cylinder engine with a displacement of 799cc and 888cc respectively. The bore and stroke measurements are 74mm and 61.9mm for the Tiger 800 XCA, and 78mm and 61.9mm for the Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Both models have a chain transmission and produce similar power outputs, with the Tiger 800 XCA delivering 95 horsepower and the Tiger 900 Rally Pro producing 95.2 horsepower. However, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a slightly higher torque rating of 87 Nm compared to the 79 Nm of the Tiger 800 XCA.

In terms of suspension, the Tiger 800 XCA is equipped with a WP upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 220mm. The rear suspension features a WP monoshock with a travel of 215mm. On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro features a Showa upside-down telescopic fork with a larger diameter of 45mm and a longer travel of 240mm. The rear suspension is also equipped with a Showa monoshock with a travel of 230mm. Both models offer adjustment options for compression, rebound, and preload.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

Both models feature a steel tubular frame, with the Tiger 800 XCA having a rake of 66.6 degrees and a trail of 93.5mm, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a slightly lower rake of 65.6 degrees and a significantly longer trail of 145.8mm. In terms of brakes, both models have double disk brakes at the front, with Brembo being the brand used.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Tiger 800 XCA offers ABS, riding modes, and traction control. It also has an Offroad Pro mode for enhanced off-road performance. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Tiger 800 XCA is 1545mm, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1551mm. The seat height of the Tiger 800 XCA is adjustable from 840mm to 860mm, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a seat height range of 850mm to 870mm. The dry weight of the Tiger 800 XCA with ABS is 208kg, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro weighs slightly less at 201kg. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters for the Tiger 800 XCA and 20 liters for the Tiger 900 Rally Pro.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 800 XCA is praised for its agile engine, easy handling, full comfort features, six different riding modes, Offroad Pro mode, great standing position off-road, and the ability to deactivate traction control and ABS. On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is praised for its three-cylinder engine full of character, significantly improved off-road capability, comfortable suspension elements, standard quickshifter with blipper, generous standard equipment including heated seats for both the rider and pillion passenger, good ergonomics, and good wind and weather protection. It is also noted to have good long-distance capability.

In terms of weaknesses, the Tiger 800 XCA is criticized for its color TFT display not being optimally anti-reflective and its high price. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, is noted to have handguards that are not very robust for off-road use and a flood of switches on the left handlebar.