Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

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Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017
Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021
Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore85 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke55.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power141 HPEngine power202 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,350 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpm
TorqueTorque122 NmTorque118 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque10,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio13.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,215 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter43 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube, Twin-Spar
RakeRake66.8 degreeRake66.8 degree
TrailTrail99.9 mmTrail95 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,230 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth710 mm
HeightHeight1,470 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2017

Suzuki has done a great job with the GSX-R 1000 2017. A super-strong motorbike with a fabulously smooth torque curve. Actually unbelievable at 202 hp! The chassis is of high quality and the electronics package has no tinsel but delivers top performance.

High-revving engine

no dents in torque curve

Super stable on corner exit and radius

Great quickshifter

High-quality chassis

Terrific on fast tracks.

Engine brake not adjustable

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition

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Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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