Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs. KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 are both enduro motorcycles designed for off-road adventures. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 features an in-line, 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1160cc. It produces 150 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque, making it a powerful and capable machine. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017, on the other hand, has a V-twin, 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1050cc. It produces 125 horsepower and 109 Nm of torque, making it slightly less powerful than the Triumph.

Both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension. However, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 is equipped with Showa forks with a diameter of 49mm and a travel of 200mm. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017, on the other hand, features WP forks with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 185mm. This gives the Triumph a slight advantage in terms of suspension performance and off-road capability.

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

In terms of chassis, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 features a steel tubular frame with a rake of 65.9 degrees and a trail of 120mm. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 features a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame with a rake of 64 degrees and a trail of 120mm. Both motorcycles offer agile and safe handling, but the Triumph may have a slight advantage in terms of stability and cornering performance due to its slightly larger rake.

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, with Brembo being the brand of choice for both models. This ensures excellent stopping power and control in all conditions.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 offers a wide range of features including 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 KTM 1090 Adventure 2017, on the other hand, offers ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Triumph clearly has a more extensive and advanced electronics package, providing the rider with more control and safety features.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. However, the Triumph has a slightly larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the KTM's 17 inches. Both motorcycles have a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height of 850mm. The Triumph is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 255kg compared to the KTM's 228kg. The Triumph also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters compared to the KTM's 23 liters.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

In terms of equipment, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 offers a wide range of features including Bluetooth connectivity, heated grips, keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, heated seat, TFT display, and adjustable windscreen. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017, on the other hand, only offers an adjustable windscreen. The Triumph clearly has a more extensive and modern equipment package, providing the rider with more comfort and convenience features.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 has minor load change reactions on Explorer models and the blind spot assist is not available on Pro models. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 may seem outdated in terms of optics compared to the newer 1290 Super Adventures, and its suspension fork is not adjustable.

Overall, the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 offers a more powerful engine, a more advanced electronics package, and a more extensive standard equipment list compared to the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017. However, the KTM offers a slightly lower weight and a lower price point. Both motorcycles are capable off-road machines, but the Triumph may have a slight advantage in terms of performance and comfort.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90 mmBore103 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke63 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque109 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13
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
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel185 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel200 mmTravel190 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.9 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail120 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter267 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed 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 SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)255 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity23 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 adjustableEquipmentWindscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 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

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.

Very powerful, cultivated engine with wide rev range

performance modes

ABS can be switched off

adjustable traction control

agile and safe handling

adjustable ergonomics

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively low price.

Optics seem outdated by the new 1290 Super Adventures

suspension fork not adjustable

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer vs KTM 1090 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 and a KTM 1090 Adventure 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 is about 104% higher. Compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 there are less Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure with 77 days compared to 117 days for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer and 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure since model year 2017. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer was published on 12/7/2021 and now has more than 62,100 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1090 Adventure published on 10/12/2016.

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