Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 vs. KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 vs KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

The Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with impressive features.

The Tiger 800 XCA 2019 is equipped with an in-line 3-cylinder engine, offering 95 HP of engine power and 79 Nm of torque. It has a displacement of 799cc and features a chain transmission. The bike's suspension system consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43mm at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The front suspension has a travel of 220mm, while the rear suspension has a travel of 215mm. The frame is made of steel, providing stability and durability. The bike has a 21-inch front tire diameter, a 150mm rear tire width, and a 17-inch rear tire diameter. It has a wheelbase of 1545mm and a seat height of 840mm. The dry weight of the bike, including ABS, is 208kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters. The Tiger 800 XCA 2019 also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

On the other hand, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is equipped with a V-twin engine, offering a higher engine power of 125 HP and torque of 109 Nm. It has a displacement of 1050cc and also features a chain transmission. The bike's suspension system is similar to the Tiger 800 XCA 2019, with an upside-down telescopic fork and a swing arm with a monoshock. However, the front suspension has a slightly lower travel of 185mm, while the rear suspension has a travel of 190mm. The frame of the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is made of chromium-molybdenum, providing strength and stability. It has a 19-inch front tire diameter, a 150mm rear tire width, and a 17-inch rear tire diameter. The bike has a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height of 850mm. The dry weight of the bike, including ABS, is 205kg, and it has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. Similar to the Tiger 800 XCA 2019, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 stands out for its agile engine and easy handling. It offers full comfort features and has six different riding modes, including an Offroad Pro mode. The bike also provides a great standing position off-road and allows the deactivation of traction control and ABS.

On the other hand, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 excels in its very powerful and cultivated engine, which offers a wide rev range. It also has performance modes, and the ABS can be switched off. The bike offers agile and safe handling, adjustable ergonomics, and a height-adjustable windshield. Additionally, it has a relatively low weight and a comparatively low price.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

However, the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 does have some weaknesses. The color TFT display is not optimally anti-reflective, which may affect visibility in certain lighting conditions. Additionally, the bike has a high price compared to its competitors.

Similarly, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a couple of weaknesses. The bike's optics may seem outdated when compared to the newer 1290 Super Adventures. Furthermore, the suspension fork is not adjustable, limiting customization options for riders.

In conclusion, both the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Tiger 800 XCA 2019 offers agile handling, comfort features, and various riding modes, while the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 boasts a powerful engine, adjustable ergonomics, and a comparatively low price. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore74 mmBore103 mm
StrokeStroke61.9 mmStroke63 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque79 NmTorque109 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,050 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel185 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel215 mmTravel190 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.6 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail93.5 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter267 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)208 kgDry Weight (with ABS)205 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

The best Tiger 800 ever - because while the new Tiger 800 XCa can boast a special Offroad Pro mode and a superb standing position off-road, it doesn't mess around on paved roads either: superb seating position, the same manoeuvrability as the more road-oriented Tiger 800 XRt thanks to wider handlebars and even more lean angle clearance thanks to the longer suspension travel. You don't have to do without comfort despite serious off-road capabilities and sporty rideability; colour TFT display, height-adjustable windshield, heated grips and seats as well as full LED lighting are not even available at extra cost from other manufacturers in the mid-range touring enduro class, but are standard on Triumph's top model.

Agile engine

easy handling

full comfort features

six different riding modes

Offroad Pro mode

great standing position off-road

traction control and ABS can be deactivated

Colour TFT display not optimally anti-reflective

high price

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.

Very powerful, cultivated engine with wide rev range

performance modes

ABS can be switched off

adjustable traction control

agile and safe handling

adjustable ergonomics

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively low price.

Optics seem outdated by the new 1290 Super Adventures

suspension fork not adjustable

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 800 XCA vs KTM 1090 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019 and a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure with 101 days compared to 143 days for the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA and 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure since model year 2017. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA was published on 5/5/2015 and now has more than 18,900 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1090 Adventure published on 10/12/2016.

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