BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

The BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities for riders.

Starting with the engine and drive train, both bikes have in-line engines, but the BMW F 850 GS has a larger displacement of 853cc compared to the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA's 799cc. The BMW also has a slightly higher power output of 95 HP compared to the Triumph's 95 HP. However, the Triumph has a lower torque of 79 Nm compared to the BMW's 92 Nm. Both bikes have chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The BMW has a front fork diameter of 43mm and a travel of 204mm, while the Triumph has the same fork diameter but a slightly higher travel of 220mm. In the rear, the BMW has a travel of 219mm with preload and rebound adjustment, while the Triumph has a travel of 215mm with preload adjustment.

BMW F 850 GS 2018

In terms of chassis, both bikes have steel frames. The BMW has a tubular, load-bearing engine frame type, while the Triumph has a tubular frame type. The BMW has a rake of 62 degrees and a trail of 126mm, while the Triumph has a rake of 66.6 degrees and a trail of 93.5mm.

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front. The BMW has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, while the Triumph has ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. The BMW has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Triumph has the same rear tire diameter. The BMW has a wheelbase of 1593mm and a seat height of 860mm, while the Triumph has a wheelbase of 1545mm and a seat height of 840mm. The BMW has a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters, while the Triumph has a larger capacity of 19 liters.

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 850 GS 2018 offers a superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, an extensive range of accessories, and is off-road capable. It also has riding modes and traction control.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018

On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 has an agile engine, easy handling, full comfort features, six different riding modes, an Offroad Pro mode, a great standing position off-road, and the ability to deactivate traction control and ABS.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW F 850 GS 2018 has a disc that is too low and the sound could be better. The Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 has a color TFT display that is not optimally anti-reflective and a high price.

Overall, both the BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2018 offer a range of features and capabilities for riders, with the BMW offering a more powerful engine and the Triumph offering more comfort features and riding modes.