Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

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Overview - Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore85 mmBore85 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power137 HPEngine power141 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,350 rpm
TorqueTorque121 NmTorque122 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,850 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,215 ccmDisplacement1,215 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength22,482,110 mmLength2,230 mm
WidthWidth885 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,470 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

The Tiger Explorer could also come from Bavaria. Only with cast wheels instead of wire spokes do the English go their "own way", which is clearly more over asphalt than over gravel. Apart from that, it has to be said that the engine is convincing, the brakes less so.

Optimal wind protection

pleasant seating position

comfortable saddle

superior engine.

High weight

nervous traction point

relatively weak braking system.

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger Explorer vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT

Price Triumph Tiger Explorer

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Price Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT

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