Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 is an enduro motorcycle that offers a powerful engine with 150 HP and 130 Nm of torque. It has a 1160cc inline engine with a bore of 90 mm and a stroke of 60.7 mm. The fuel system is injection and it has an electric starter. The transmission is a prop shaft and it has 3 cylinders. The cooling system is liquid and it has a displacement of 1160cc.

In terms of suspension, the Tiger 1200 GT Explorer has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 49 mm and a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension also has preload adjustment and is made of aluminum. The frame of the motorcycle is made of steel and has a tubular frame type. The rake is 65.9 degrees.

The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. They use radial monoblock technology and are made by Brembo. The advanced rider assistance systems include hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, collision warning, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, blind spot assist, and traction control.

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

The dimensions and weights of the Tiger 1200 GT Explorer include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 19 inches. The rear tire width is 150 mm and the diameter is 18 inches. The wheelbase is 1560 mm and the seat height is 850 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 255 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 30 liters. The equipment includes Bluetooth, connectivity, heated grips, keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, heated seat, TFT display, and adjustable windscreen.

On the other hand, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022 is a naked bike that offers a powerful punch from the rev range with its 100 HP engine and 112 Nm of torque. It has a 1200cc inline engine with a bore of 97.6 mm and a stroke of 80 mm. The fuel system is injection and it also has an electric starter. The transmission is a chain and it has 2 cylinders. The cooling system is liquid and it has a displacement of 1200cc.

In terms of suspension, the Speed Twin 1200 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 120 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a dual shock and a travel of 120 mm. The rear suspension also has preload adjustment and is made of aluminum. The frame of the motorcycle is made of steel and has a central tube frame type. The rake is 22.3 degrees.

The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. They use radial technology and are made by Brembo. The advanced rider assistance systems include ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The dimensions and weights of the Speed Twin 1200 include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is 160 mm and the diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1413 mm and the seat height is 809 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 216 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 14.5 liters. The equipment includes LED daytime running lights.

In summary, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 is a powerful enduro motorcycle with high-quality electronics and an extensive standard equipment package. It offers excellent wind and weather protection, long-distance comfort, and agility. It also has a better model spread between on- and off-road compared to its predecessor. However, it has minor load change reactions on Explorer models and the blind spot assist is not available on Pro models. The high pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading.

On the other hand, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022 is a naked bike with a powerful punch from the rev range and high-quality workmanship. It has a sporty chassis and great looks. However, its compact dimensions could become a problem for tall pilots and there may be heat development from the engine.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore90 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeCentral tube
RakeRake65.9 degreeRake22.3 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Collision warning, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,256 mmLength2,099 mm
WidthWidth982 mmWidth778 mm
HeightHeight1,497 mmHeight1,097 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,413 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)255 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED daytime running lights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

With the slimmer Tiger 1200, Triumph has now joined the ranks of the very best in the top enduro touring class. The Rally models also convince in practice with real off-road competence, the GT models with exemplary agility, both with power and sovereignty in every situation thanks to the three-cylinder engine full of character. It won't knock the BMW R1250 GS off its throne as the best-selling motorbike, but it certainly doesn't have to hide from it or other contenders. Our comparative tests will reveal whether it has what it takes to be the best "big adventure bike" of 2022. Especially since the cat of prey manages the balancing act between long-distance and off-road capability, which a touring enduro always has to master, really well, more in one direction or the other depending on the model choice.

Powerful engine

High-quality electronics package

Semi-active chassis regulates finely

Extensive standard equipment

Long-distance comfort

Excellent wind and weather protection

Agility

Better model spread between on- and off-road than the predecessor model.

Minor load change reactions on Explorer models

Blind Spot Assist not available on Pro models

High pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The Triumph Speed Twin could be the height of emotion for fans of classic Triumph motorbikes. The engine pushes like a tractor in every situation and spoils you with a wonderful sound. Chassis and brake components are of high quality and the looks are inspiring. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres.

powerful punch from the rev range

high-quality workmanship

sporty chassis

great looks

compact dimensions could become a problem for tall pilots

heat development of the engine

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 and a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 is about 61% higher. Compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022 there are less Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer with 117 days compared to 144 days for a Triumph Speed Twin 1200. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer and 14 reviews for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 since model year 2019. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer was published on 12/7/2021 and now has more than 62,100 views. This compares to more than 90,200 views for the first review on Triumph Speed Twin 1200 published on 12/4/2018.

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