Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 vs Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 compared to Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	74 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	61.9 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	80 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,300 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	79 Nm	Torque	80 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,850 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	799 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,215 mm	Length	2,240 mm
Width	Width	865 mm	Width	950 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,300 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,545 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	218 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	229 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

The new edition of the Tiger 800 XC can be considered quite successful. Even the "conventional" version can do much more than its predecessor thanks to the ride-by-wire system and standard traction control and ABS (both can be switched off). However, if you want to venture off-road more often, which is definitely what the designers had in mind thanks to the large wheels and spoke rims, you should choose the Tiger 800 XCx, which costs just under 1000 euros more. Thanks to the freely selectable riding modes, the x-version can be optimally tuned to the respective terrain. In addition, there is an engine guard, self-resetting turn signals, cruise control, main stand, underride protection, an additional 12V socket and hand protectors - which probably more than justifies the extra charge.

Great three-cylinder engine

cool sound

comfortable seating position

very easy to handle

off-road capable thanks to long suspension travel

comfortable chassis

selectable riding modes

adjustable ABS

adjustable traction control

extensive features

Visually hardly distinguishable from the predecessor

wind protection not optimal

footrests drag early with very sporty riding style

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2021

The cruiser among the touring enduros radiates cosiness and sovereignty. Its thundering V2 engine moves well and forgivingly. The chassis and brakes also work well. It is just as ill-suited to extreme off-road situations as it is in the hands of notorious knee-grinders. The Moto Guzzi V 85 TT likes to do its rounds in a refined and comfortable manner, and even for longer tours it offers enough practical comfort with its cardan drive and ergonomics. On top of that, it looks sensational and conveys emotion. The only thing some of our testers would like is a few more horses than its 80 hp.

Cosy, forgiving V2 engine

great sound

good decelerating brakes

very iconic, beautiful exterior

suitable for light off-road terrain

easy-care cardan drive

some of our editors would like to see more sportiness and performance

unsuitable for harder off-road tracks

driving in a standing position difficult for taller pilots