BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022 vs. Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022 vs Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022 compared to Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2022
The big GS Adventure is and remains a great motorbike for any terrain - even for tight corners. The low centre of gravity of the boxer engine, the longitudinally mounted crankshaft, the upright seating position and the powerful but easily controllable torque from far below are simply a force. Although the Adventure version has a higher seat with more weight, which is a decisive hindrance when turning or manoeuvring, in terms of performance the engine also has so much punch in the big GS Adventure that you can let it rip. The BMW's braking system is stable and excellently controllable, and the equipment and electronics can be upgraded considerably - as long as you tick the boxes on the order list. Of course, this pushes up the price, but the many fans of the fat GS Adventure obviously don't mind.
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRT 2016
The segment of touring enduros has become much softer in terms of engines - in addition to the typical two-cylinder engines, there are also four-cylinder engines in R- and V-shape and Triumph now has to share the unique selling point of the in-line three-cylinder engine with two other manufacturers (MV Agusta Turismo Veloce and Yamaha Tracer 900). On the Tiger Explorer XRt, the large three-cylinder engine with 1215 cubic capacity is very powerful, yet consistently refined. The sound already conveys that something different is coming along and with 140 hp, the big Tiger is by no means underpowered. And thanks to the good responsiveness, very tight bends are no problem despite the impressive weight. In terms of comfort, the excellently equipped XRt version cannot be reproached; even an electrically height-adjustable windshield is on board.
