Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

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Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012
KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017
Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012
Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012
KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017
KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore85 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power137 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque121 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,850 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio13.1
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,215 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)259 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger Explorer vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure T

Price Triumph Tiger Explorer

Model year
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Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure T

Model year
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