Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2021

Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs Yamaha XSR900 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2021

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	90 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60.7 mm	Stroke	59.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	115 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	130 Nm	Torque	87.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,160 ccm	Displacement	847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	137 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	65.9 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	120 mm	Trail	103 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	298 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	282 mm	Diameter	245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Collision warning, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,256 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	982 mm	Width	815 mm
Height	Height	1,497 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,440 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	255 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Yamaha XSR900 2021

The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.

Extremely sporty and rev-happy engine

excellent brakes

riding at naked bike level

pleasant seating position

high-quality workmanship

price-performance ratio.

almost too direct response

retro style not thought through to the last detail