BMW K 1200 GT 2008 vs. Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

BMW K 1200 GT 2008

BMW K 1200 GT 2008

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

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Technical Specifications BMW K 1200 GT 2008 compared to Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

BMW K 1200 GT 2008
Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power137 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,157 ccmDisplacement1,215 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,571 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1200 GT 2008

BMW K 1200 GT 2008

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

The Tiger Explorer could also come from Bavaria. Only with cast wheels instead of wire spokes do the English go their "own way", which is clearly more over asphalt than over gravel. Apart from that, it has to be said that the engine is convincing, the brakes less so.

Optimal wind protection

pleasant seating position

comfortable saddle

superior engine.

High weight

nervous traction point

relatively weak braking system.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1200 GT vs Triumph Tiger Explorer

Price BMW K 1200 GT

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Price Triumph Tiger Explorer

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