Two years after the launch of the Tiger Sport 660, Triumph has expanded its sporty high-performance family with the Tiger Sport 800, powered by a completely newly developed 800cc three-cylinder with a top power of 115 hp at a curb weight of 214 kg and an extensive electronics package.
Not a word was said about it during the online presentation and the Tiger 850 Sport, launched in 2021, is still listed on Triumph’s website, but we cannot escape the idea that the new Tiger Sport 800 will be the replacement for the 850. may be seen. Or at least will lead to a classic case of fratricide.
Yes, with Marzocchi suspension front and rear, Brembo Stylema 4-piston Monobloc brake calipers and a beautiful 5″ TFT color display, the 850 Sport is significantly more lavishly equipped than the new Sport 800, but on the other hand, it is € 700 more expensive and Moreover, it only has 85 hp and 82 Nm of torque. And why on earth would you pay more for less performance?
That said, we do think that Triumph may have made a smart move with the Tiger Sport 800. The steering characteristics and frivolity of the Tiger Sport 660, but equipped with a significantly stronger Triple engine – thirty-four horsepower to be precise, not to mention the 84 Nm of torque (64 Nm @ 6,250 rpm with the 800), of which 90% available in the middle area.
Triumph speaks of a completely newly developed engine block, but in principle it is derived from that 660 block. The British did not take the easy route, for example by only changing the bore or stroke, but increased both (78 x 55.7 mm for the 800 versus 74.04 x 51.1 mm for the 660). During the presentation, Triumph emphasized that the new engine has nothing in common with the old 800 engine.
The six-speed gearbox is equipped with a slip-assist clutch, which, on the one hand, ensures that the clutch lever moves very smoothly and, on the other hand, prevents the rear wheel from bouncing when you downshift too quickly under hard braking. Now you won’t notice much of the first thing, Triumph has equipped the Tiger Sport 800 with an up/down quickshifter as standard, so you only need the clutch lever to drive away.
“At the heart of the Tiger Sport 800 is a new three-cylinder engine that delivers the power and excitement riders want, whether they’re cruising around town every day or enjoying a weekend ride down a winding country road.”
“We know that this customer is very demanding and is looking for an exciting engine, while meeting all the practical criteria he needs. That’s why we’ve developed an attractive package with smooth power delivery and a perfect balance between agility and stability, as well as an accessible seat height, a comfortable upright seating position and integrated luggage options. All of this is essential for customers in this category.”
“We wanted the rider to immediately feel control and precision at every turn. So technology such as ride-by-wire, optimized cornering ABS and traction control – in addition to three riding modes – is essential for delivering the intended performance. All this is further enhanced by Triumph Shift Assist and cruise control, ensuring the Tiger Sport 800 has everything needed for an exciting and comfortable ride.”
As far as the chassis is concerned, the differences are small compared to the 660. The same frame, but adapted to the power of the 800, a slightly longer wheelbase (1,422 mm versus 1,418 mm) and a slightly modified steering head angle and trail of 23.8° and 99mm (23.1° and 97mm for the 660). The only difference you might notice is the curb weight, which is 8 kilos heavier than the 206 kg that the 660 puts on the scales. Although you also get a slightly larger tank capacity of 18.6 liters (17.2 liters for the 660) in return.
Just like the 660, the Tiger Sport 800 is also equipped with Showa suspension elements, with a 41 mm SFF upside down front fork and a monoshock RSU with separate hydraulic knob for spring preload, both with 150 mm suspension travel. In contrast to the 660, the suspension of this 800 is extensively adjustable: compression and rebound damping at the front and rebound damping and the aforementioned hydraulically adjustable spring preload at the rear.
With regard to the brakes, Triumph has also leveled up on the 800 compared to the 660. The front brake discs are identical with a diameter of 310 mm, the difference is in the brake caliper where Triumph uses the Nissin radial 4-piston on the 800. brake calipers has chosen. At the rear is the same 255 mm disc with Nissin single-piston brake caliper. Even more important than those radial brake calipers is the ABS, which is now of the cornering ABS type.
In addition to cornering ABS, the Tiger Sport 800 has lean angle-dependent traction control, which is linked to the riding modes. Triumph gives you the choice of riding modes Sport, Road and Rain, which according to the British are available at the push of a button. Sport has a more aggressive throttle response and Rain has a softer one, with associated traction control. It is also nice that the 800 is equipped with cruise control, which is really great for the highway.
The Tiger Sport 800 is available in the colors Sapphire Black, Graphite, Cosmic Yellow and Caspian Blue, with the latter three having Sapphire Black elements. Available from March 2025 for a price tag of €13,695 in the Netherlands and €12,695 in Belgium.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.