Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	74 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	61.9 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	107 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,300 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	79 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,850 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	799 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,215 mm	Length	2,265 mm
Width	Width	865 mm	Width	870 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,515 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,545 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	218 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	236 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 800 XC 2017

The new edition of the Tiger 800 XC can be considered quite successful. Even the "conventional" version can do much more than its predecessor thanks to the ride-by-wire system and standard traction control and ABS (both can be switched off). However, if you want to venture off-road more often, which is definitely what the designers had in mind thanks to the large wheels and spoke rims, you should choose the Tiger 800 XCx, which costs just under 1000 euros more. Thanks to the freely selectable riding modes, the x-version can be optimally tuned to the respective terrain. In addition, there is an engine guard, self-resetting turn signals, cruise control, main stand, underride protection, an additional 12V socket and hand protectors - which probably more than justifies the extra charge.

Great three-cylinder engine

cool sound

comfortable seating position

very easy to handle

off-road capable thanks to long suspension travel

comfortable chassis

selectable riding modes

adjustable ABS

adjustable traction control

extensive features

Visually hardly distinguishable from the predecessor

wind protection not optimal

footrests drag early with very sporty riding style

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2024

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 models, Suzuki now has the right large V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will be staying almost exclusively on the road will find the standard model a reliable travelling companion or even a buddy for every day, while those who are less restricted in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find a good choice in the DE. However, the main selling point remains the engine, which with its 107 Horsepower and, above all, its rich torque, leaves little to be desired.

High-torque motor High-quality electronics package

excellent ergonomics

extensive standard equipment

intuitive operation of the electronics

long-distance comfort

excellent wind and weather protection

good original equipment tyres

successful retro look

very confident riding performance

bike inspires a lot of confidence

high weight ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear