Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs. Yamaha XJ6 2016

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Yamaha XJ6 2016

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 vs Yamaha XJ6 2016

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022 compared to Yamaha XJ6 2016

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022
Yamaha XJ6 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke44.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power78 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque59.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio12.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement600 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,256 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth982 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,497 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)255 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2022

With the slimmer Tiger 1200, Triumph has now joined the ranks of the very best in the top enduro touring class. The Rally models also convince in practice with real off-road competence, the GT models with exemplary agility, both with power and sovereignty in every situation thanks to the three-cylinder engine full of character. It won't knock the BMW R1250 GS off its throne as the best-selling motorbike, but it certainly doesn't have to hide from it or other contenders. Our comparative tests will reveal whether it has what it takes to be the best "big adventure bike" of 2022. Especially since the cat of prey manages the balancing act between long-distance and off-road capability, which a touring enduro always has to master, really well, more in one direction or the other depending on the model choice.

Powerful engine

High-quality electronics package

Semi-active chassis regulates finely

Extensive standard equipment

Long-distance comfort

Excellent wind and weather protection

Agility

Better model spread between on- and off-road than the predecessor model.

Minor load change reactions on Explorer models

Blind Spot Assist not available on Pro models

High pillion seat restricts freedom of movement for sporty off-roading

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer vs Yamaha XJ6

Price Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer

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