Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021 vs. Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021 vs Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

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Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021 compared to Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	85 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.4 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	141 HP	Engine power	97 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,350 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	122 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,950 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
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	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,215 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	190 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins
Travel	Travel	193 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Central tube
Rake	Rake	66.8 degree	Rake	67.2 degree
Trail	Trail	99.9 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	305 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	282 mm	Diameter	255 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Nissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, 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	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,230 mm	Length	2,105 mm
Width	Width	830 mm	Width	745 mm
Height	Height	1,470 mm	Height	1,030 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	246 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	203 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Our testers agreed: in our retro bike comparison, the Thruxton R was the most authentic. Its beautiful design is an exclusive replica of the original cafe racers that originated in England in the 60s. Its inner values, however, are completely in keeping with modern times and inspire with a great, high-torque engine and a sporty chassis with high-quality brakes. The retro sports cannon perfectly combines history with the present and convinces with a wonderful driving experience - whether for leisurely cruising or sporty, ambitious corner chasing.

beautiful bike

authentic look

honest overall package

engine management

top chassis

cool sound

No knee closure due to narrow tank

engine could be more powerful