Triumph Tiger 1050 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1050 2012 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1050 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore79 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,400 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,050 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
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
LengthLength2,110 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,320 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Triumph Tiger 1050 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1050 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Triumph Tiger 1050

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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