Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

BMW F 850 GS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019 vs BMW F 850 GS 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

BMW F 850 GS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2021

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019
BMW F 850 GS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore85 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power141 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,350 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque122 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.7
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
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,215 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel190 mmTravel204 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel193 mmTravel219 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake66.8 degreeRake62 degree
TrailTrail99.9 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,230 mmLength2,305 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth922 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,593 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW F 850 GS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA vs BMW F 850 GS

Price Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA

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Price BMW F 850 GS

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