Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 vs. Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

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Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012 compared to Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore85 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power137 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque121 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,850 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement1,215 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength22,482,110 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth885 mmWidth885 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,430 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)259 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2012

The Tiger Explorer could also come from Bavaria. Only with cast wheels instead of wire spokes do the English go their "own way", which is clearly more over asphalt than over gravel. Apart from that, it has to be said that the engine is convincing, the brakes less so.

Optimal wind protection

pleasant seating position

comfortable saddle

superior engine.

High weight

nervous traction point

relatively weak braking system.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha impressively proves how wonderfully emotional a practical motorbike can be. Again and again you laugh mischievously into your helmet when you let the husky three-cylinder off the leash. An all-round successful motorbike that can replace half a motorbike garage. Unfortunately, the attempt with the unconventional display was a failure. It is impractical and difficult to read.

GT variant with great standard equipment

powerful and powerful engine with great tuning

easy handling

stable ride

comprehensive electronics package

great e-chassis

good wind protection

great pillion comfort

long range

Poorly readable and illogical display

stationary noise >95 dB (96 dB)

somewhat rough clutch

moderate responsiveness

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger Explorer vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

Price Triumph Tiger Explorer

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