BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs. Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2010 compared to Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	85 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	71.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	110 HP	Engine power	137 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	120 Nm	Torque	121 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	3
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,215 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	110 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Length	Length	2,210 mm	Length	2,248 mm
Width	Width	915 mm	Width	885 mm
Height	Height	1,450 mm	Height	1,410 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,507 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

A GS Adventure has practically everything you need for the big trip. But firstly, Touratech manufactures some parts for BMW anyway and secondly, it doesn't stop with the optional extras offered by the Bavarians.

Sporty look

well equipped

enough storage space

The technology of the conversion takes some getting used to

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 2013

The Triumph Tiger Explorer XC is a stately motorbike that already signals when stationary that it does not necessarily want to be abused as an entry-level machine. The bulky fairing therefore fits very well with the overall character of the British men's motorbike.

Light handling

agile

fun to ride

direction changes made easy

flawless functioning of the brakes

upright seating position.

The big Tiger cannot rely on a particularly low centre of gravity,