Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs. Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

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Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 compared to Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022
Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke72.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power50 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,700 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio9.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement903 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter15 inch
LengthLength2,256 mmLength2,405 mm
WidthWidth982 mmWidth895 mm
HeightHeight1,497 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,645 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height685 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

With the slimmer Tiger 1200, Triumph has now joined the ranks of the very best in the top enduro touring class. The Rally models also convince in practice with real off-road competence, the GT models with exemplary agility, both with power and sovereignty in every situation thanks to the three-cylinder engine full of character. It won't knock the BMW R1250 GS off its throne as the best-selling motorbike, but it certainly doesn't have to hide from it or other contenders. Our comparative tests will reveal whether it has what it takes to be the best "big adventure bike" of 2022. Especially since the cat of prey manages the balancing act between long-distance and off-road capability, which a touring enduro always has to master, really well, more in one direction or the other depending on the model choice.

Powerful engine

High-quality electronics package

Semi-active chassis regulates finely

Extensive standard equipment

Long-distance comfort

Excellent wind and weather protection

Agility

Better model spread between on- and off-road than the predecessor model.

Minor load change reactions on Explorer models

Blind Spot Assist not available on Pro models

High pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading

Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Kawasaki VN 900 Custom 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer vs Kawasaki VN 900 Custom

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