Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 are both enduro motorcycles from Triumph. While they share some similarities, there are also notable differences between the two models.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 is equipped with an in-line, 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1160cc. It produces a powerful 150 HP and 130 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a prop shaft transmission and features an electric starter. On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 also has an in-line, 3-cylinder engine but with a smaller displacement of 888cc. It delivers 95.2 HP and 87 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a chain transmission and also has an electric starter.

In terms of suspension, both models feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. However, there are differences in the specifications. The Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 has a front suspension with a 49mm diameter and a travel of 220mm. The rear suspension also has a travel of 220mm. On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 has a front suspension with a 45mm diameter and a travel of 240mm. The rear suspension has a travel of 230mm.

Both models have a steel frame with a tubular design. The Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 has a frame rake of 66.3 degrees and a trail of 112mm. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020, on the other hand, has a frame rake of 65.6 degrees and a trail of 145.8mm.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

In terms of brakes, both models have double disk brakes at the front, with Brembo as the brand. This ensures reliable stopping power for both motorcycles.

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 has a more extensive list of features compared to the Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020. The Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 includes 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. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020, on the other hand, includes riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height ranging from 875mm to 895mm. The fuel tank capacity is 30 liters. On the other hand, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1551mm and a seat height ranging from 850mm to 870mm. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Both models come equipped with various features. The Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 includes Bluetooth, connectivity, heated grips, keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, heated seat, TFT display, and adjustable windscreen. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 includes LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, heated seat, and TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 stands out with its powerful engine, high-quality electronics package, semi-active chassis, extensive standard equipment, long-distance comfort, excellent wind and weather protection, agility, and a better model spread between on- and off-road compared to its predecessor. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020, on the other hand, is praised for its characterful three-cylinder engine, improved off-road capability, comfortable suspension elements, standard quickshifter with blipper, generous standard equipment including heated seats, good ergonomics, wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability.

As for weaknesses, the Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 has minor load change reactions on Explorer models and the Blind Spot Assist is not available on Pro models. Additionally, the high pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 has less robust handguards for off-road use and a flood of switches on the left handlebars.

In conclusion, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 are both capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 offers more power, advanced rider assistance systems, and a larger fuel tank capacity, while the Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 excels in characterful engine performance, improved off-road capability, and generous standard equipment.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022
Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore90 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque87 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio11.27
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
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement888 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel220 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.3 degreeRake65.6 degree
TrailTrail112 mmTrail145.8 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

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 SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth982 mmWidth935 mm
HeightHeight1,547 mmHeight1,452 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,551 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to895 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity20 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, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally 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 Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

It's impressive how well the bike manages the balancing act between on- and off-road, doing exactly what a touring enduro should be able to do, or what you still want to do with a touring enduro. And it does so with a degree of maturity that is astonishing for a new model and shows that Triumph has done its homework and has sensibly further developed the already underrated Tiger 800. Even if some die-hard Tiger fans may miss the now less pronounced, typical whistle of the three-cylinder. The question of whether the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is ready for the road can only be answered with a "when do you want to go again?

Three-cylinder engine full of character

significantly improved off-road capability

comfortable suspension elements

quickshifter with blipper as standard

generous standard equipment, even heated seats for rider and passenger

good ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

long-distance capability.

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

flood of switches on left handlebars

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 and a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 is about 36% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 there are more Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 9 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro with 91 days compared to 172 days for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer and 22 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro since model year 2020. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer was published on 12/7/2021 and now has more than 62,100 views. This compares to more than 65,300 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro published on 12/3/2019.

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