Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009 vs Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009 compared to Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009
Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88.9 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke61.9 mm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque79 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,850 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,215 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height673 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom vs Triumph Tiger 800 XC

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom

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Price Triumph Tiger 800 XC

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