BMW R 1200 RS 2016 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RS 2016 vs Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RS 2016 compared to Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2016
Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque79 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,850 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
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Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,203 mmLength2,215 mm
WidthWidth998 mmWidth795 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)236 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

BMW R 1200 RS 2016

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 RS vs Triumph Tiger 800 XRT

Price BMW R 1200 RS

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Price Triumph Tiger 800 XRT

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