Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015 vs. Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

which can make it feel a bit top-heavy at times; the seat height may be a bit too high for shorter riders.

In terms of engine and drive train, both motorcycles have an inline engine with three cylinders. However, the Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015 has a smaller displacement of 799cc compared to the Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013's 1215cc. This results in a difference in engine power, with the Tiger 800 XCx producing 95 HP and the Tiger Explorer XC producing 137 HP. The torque is also higher in the Tiger Explorer XC with 121 Nm compared to the Tiger 800 XCx's 79 Nm.

The transmission differs between the two models, with the Tiger 800 XCx using a chain drive while the Tiger Explorer XC uses a prop shaft drive.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have a telescopic fork front suspension. However, the Tiger 800 XCx has an upside-down telescopic fork from WP, while the Tiger Explorer XC has a telescopic fork from Kayaba. Both suspensions have adjustment options for compression and rebound. The rear suspension also differs, with the Tiger 800 XCx using a WP suspension with compression and rebound adjustment, and the Tiger Explorer XC using a Kayaba suspension with preload adjustment.

Both motorcycles have a steel frame with a tubular design. The brakes on the front are from Nissin for both models.

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles have traction control. However, the Tiger 800 XCx also has riding modes, providing additional customization options for the rider.

In terms of dimensions and weights, there are slight differences between the two models. The Tiger 800 XCx has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, while the Tiger Explorer XC has a front tire diameter of 19 inches. Both have a rear tire width of 150mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer in the Tiger 800 XCx at 1545mm compared to the Tiger Explorer XC's 1530mm. The seat height is also slightly higher in the Tiger 800 XCx at 845mm compared to the Tiger Explorer XC's 840mm. The kerb weight with ABS is higher in the Tiger Explorer XC at 267kg compared to the Tiger 800 XCx's 221kg. The fuel tank capacity is slightly larger in the Tiger Explorer XC at 20 liters compared to the Tiger 800 XCx's 19 liters.

Overall, the Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015 and the Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Tiger 800 XCx is praised for its great engine and practicality, while the Tiger Explorer XC is commended for its light handling and agile nature. However, the Tiger 800 XCx has some concerns about the quality of certain details, while the Tiger Explorer XC may feel top-heavy and have a high seat height for some riders.