Triumph has completely revamped the Tiger 1200 family for the coming model year. The new 1200, which is available in several GT and Rally versions, has become significantly lighter and stronger, with class-leading handling and specifications, according to the British.
“The all-new Tiger 1200 is designed to be the world’s most capable, nimble and agile Adventure heavy motorcycle,” said Triumph in its press release on the new-generation Tiger 1200. “With a transformation in street performance and the most dynamic And exciting off-road experience, the new generation combines the best of both worlds with an all-new Tiger range, including for the first time two all-new 30-litre tank Tiger Explorer options.”
To start with the latter. The new Tiger 1200 is available in 2 different versions, GT and Rally, each with their own variants. The GT is the state oriented version with 19″ front wheel and 18″ rear wheel, the Rally is made for the terrain and is therefore equipped with a 21″ front wheel and 18″ rear wheel.
The GT has three different versions: GT, GT Pro and GT Explorer, at the Rally there are only two: Rally Pro and Rally Explorer. The difference between the Pro and Explorer versions is in the size of the tank. As standard, the new Tiger 1200 has a 20 liter fuel tank, which, according to the British, should be able to get you 400 kilometers far, the Explorer has a 30 liter tank with a range of 600 kilometers.
With the Explorer versions, Triumph has clearly set its sights on the GS Adventure, where the Pro versions now finally have to beat the regular GS. Triumph speaks of a significant weight reduction of more than 25 kilos, making it 17 kilos lighter than its “greatest rival with shaft drive”, the R 1250 GS.
This will be discussed in more detail in an extensive article, but according to Triumph this has been achieved by redesigning the engine from the ground up. The all-new 1,160cc Triple is not only lighter and more compact, but also a lot stronger: 150 hp at 9,000 rpm and 130 Nm at 7,000 rpm to be precise.
The frame has also been completely renewed, which has translated, among other things, to a subframe that can now be disassembled, one of the wishes that was high on the list of current Tiger drivers. The now double-sided swingarm has also been renewed and provided with a so-called Tri-link construction, which must have improved traction and stability.
As for the brakes, Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers are fitted at the front, plus optimized cornering ABS with IMU. The advanced Showa semi-active suspension is tuned for maximum on-road and off-road capability.
In terms of seating position, the new Tiger 1200 should be more compact, so compact that they even dare to compare the motorcycle with the Tiger 900 during the online presentation. The new 1200 is called a 900 on steroids. The new ergonomics are designed for a comfortable yet stable ride.
The GT has an adjustable seat height of 850-870 mm, with the Rally it is 875-895 mm. Lower saddles are also available for both versions. Because the saddle has been made narrower at the front, you should be able to easily get a foothold on the ground. By the way, from the saddle you have a view of a completely new 7″ TFT color display, which can of course be connected to your mobile phone via Bluetooth.
On the electronics side, Triumph has invested heavily with revamped riding modes, optimized lean angle-dependent traction control, Triumph shift assist, keyless ride, adaptive cornering lighting, heated grips and seat, tire pressure control (standard on the Explorer only) and Hill Hold Control.
As icing on the cake, Triumph has also equipped the new Tiger 1200 with a Blind Sport Radar System, developed in collaboration with Continental, or blind spot detection, but the radar has not been used for adaptive cruise control. According to Triumph, that was a conscious choice, Triumph’s customer research had taught Triumph that there was a unanimous positive response to blind spot detection, but that opinions were rather divided about adaptive cruise control. Because of the extra cost, adaptive cruise control has now been dispensed with.
The new Tiger 1200 is available from €20,700 for the GT and €24,850 for the Rally Pro.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.