BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque79 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,050 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.3
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,215 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 800 XCA 2019

The best Tiger 800 ever - because while the new Tiger 800 XCa can boast a special Offroad Pro mode and a superb standing position off-road, it doesn't mess around on paved roads either: superb seating position, the same manoeuvrability as the more road-oriented Tiger 800 XRt thanks to wider handlebars and even more lean angle clearance thanks to the longer suspension travel. You don't have to do without comfort despite serious off-road capabilities and sporty rideability; colour TFT display, height-adjustable windshield, heated grips and seats as well as full LED lighting are not even available at extra cost from other manufacturers in the mid-range touring enduro class, but are standard on Triumph's top model.

Agile engine

easy handling

full comfort features

six different riding modes

Offroad Pro mode

great standing position off-road

traction control and ABS can be deactivated

Colour TFT display not optimally anti-reflective

high price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Triumph Tiger 800 XCA

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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