Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer)


Triumph Tiger 1200 – 1215cc engine (to 2021)
TypeAdventure
Production2012+

History

1st Generation


Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 (2012-2016)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 1200 (2013-2016)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 1200:

  • Spoked wheels with tubeless tires
  • Sump guard
  • Engine bars
  • Hand guards
  • Fog light

2nd Generation


Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 1200 (2017)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 1200:

  • ABS and Traction Control
  • Brembo monoblock 4-pistons radial calipers
  • Centre stand
  • Electrically adjustable screen
  • Immobilizer
  • Newly designed cast wheels
  • On Board computer
  • Road and Rain riding modes
  • Sump guard
  • USB Power Socket
  • Adjustable WP front and rear suspension
  • 12V Power Socket
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRx 1200 (2017)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XRx 1200:

  • Additional 12V Power Socket
  • Advanced On Board computer
  • Cornering optimized ABS and Traction Control
  • Cruise control
  • Hand guards
  • Heated grips
  • Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
  • ”Off Road” riding mode
  • Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS)
  • Self-cancelling indicators
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRt 1200 (2017)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XRt 1200:

  • Electrically adjustable Touring screen
  • Engine protection bars
  • Heated rider and passenger seat
  • Hill Hold Control
  • Pannier rails for aluminum panniers
  • ”Sport” and fully customizable “Rider” riding mode
  • TPMS
Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx 1200 (2017)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx:

  • 2 x 12V power socket
  • Advanced On Board computer
  • Aluminum sump guard
  • Brembo monoblock 4-pistons radial calipers
  • Centre stand
  • Cornering optimized ABS and Traction Control
  • Cruise control
  • Electrically adjustable screen
  • Engine protection bars
  • Hand guards
  • Heated grips
  • Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
  • ”Off Road” riding mode
  • Spoked wheels for tubeless tires
  • Stainless radiator guard
  • Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS)
  • USB Power Socket
  • Self-cancelling indicators
Triumph Tiger Explorer XCa 1200 (2017)

Triumph Tiger Explorer XCa 1200:

  • CNC machined footrests
  • Electrically adjustable Touring screen
  • Heated rider and passenger seat
  • Hill Hold Control
  • LED auxiliary fog lights
  • Pannier rails for aluminum panniers
  • ”Sport” and fully customizable “Rider” riding mode
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

3rd Generation


Triumph Tiger 1200 XR (2018-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XR:

  • Significantly upgraded 1215cc triple engine
  • New stylish cast wheels
  • New lighter weight silencer
  • High 10,000 mile/16,000km major service interval
  • Torque assist hydraulic clutch
  • Switchable ABS and Traction Control
  • 3 riding modes Road, Rain and Off-Road
  • Brembo monobloc front brake calipers
  • Adjustable WP front and rear suspension
  • Cruise control
  • Unique-in-class electrically adjustable screen
  • 2 position Adjustable seat height
  • Centre stand
  • Protective sump guard
  • On Board computer
  • 12V & USB Power Sockets
  • Immobilizer
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRx (2018-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRx:

  • Full color 5″ TFT angle adjustable display instruments
  • Ergonomically backlit switch cubes and 5 way joystick
  • All LED lighting including signature daytime running lights (DRL)
  • LED self-cancelling indicators
  • Keyless ignition
  • 4 riding modes: Road, Rain, Off Road and Sport
  • Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS)
  • Optimized cornering ABS
  • Optimized cornering traction control
  • Updated Cruise Control
  • Comfort rider and pillion seats
  • Heated grips
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRt (2018-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRt:

  • Triumph Shift Assist (TSA)
  • LED adaptive corning lighting
  • Titanium and carbon fibre wrapped Arrow silencer
  • 5 riding modes: Road, Rain, Off-Road, Sport and Rider programmable
  • Hill hold control
  • Heated seats
  • Unique-in-class electrically adjustable touring screen
  • LED auxiliary lighting
  • Additional 3 x TFT styles
Triumph Tiger 1200 XC (2018)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XC:

  • Active safety – ABS and Traction Control
  • Road and Rain riding modes
  • Unique-in-class electrically adjustable screen
  • Brembo monobloc M4.32 front brake calipers
  • Adjustable WP front and rear suspension
  • Spoked wheels for tubeless tires
  • On Board computer
  • Protective sump guard
  • Centre Stand
  • 12V Power Socket
  • Immobilizer
Triumph Tiger 1200 XCx (2018-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCx:

  • Lighter weight silencer
  • New ‘Off Road Pro’ riding mode
  • New stylish all-black spoked wheels
  • Full color 5” TFT display instruments
  • Ergonomically backlit switch cubes and 5 way joystick
  • All LED lighting including signature daytime running lights (DRL)
  • LED self-cancelling indicators
  • Keyless ignition
  • 5 riding modes: Off road pro, road, rain, off road and sport
  • Cruise control
  • Triumph Semi Active Suspension (TSAS)
  • Brembo monobloc front brake calipers
  • Optimized cornering ABS
  • Optimized cornering traction control
  • Engine protection bars
  • Torque assist hydraulic clutch
  • Unique-in-class electrically adjustable screen
  • 2 position Adjustable seat height
  • Centre stand
  • On Board computer
  • 12V & USB Power Sockets
  • Immobilizer
  • Heated grips
Triumph Tiger 1200 XCa (2018-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 XCa:

  • Triumph Shift Assist
  • LED adaptive cornering lighting
  • Titanium and carbon fibre wrapped Arrow silencer
  • 6 riding modes: Off-road Pro, Road, Rain, Off-road, Sport and Rider programmable
  • Hill Hold Control
  • Heated grips
  • Heated rider and pillion seats
  • Unique-in-class electrically adjustable screen
  • LED auxiliary lighting
  • Billet machined footrests
  • Additional 3 x TFT styles
Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition (2020-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition:

XR&XRx model +

  • Unique colors
  • Titanium and carbon fibre wrapped Arrow silencer
  • Triumph Shift Assist (TSA)
Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition (2020-2021)

Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition:

XCx model +

  • Unique colors
  • Titanium and carbon fibre wrapped Arrow silencer
  • Triumph Shift Assist (TSA)

4th Generation

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT:

  • 19/18″ cast aluminum wheels
  • 3 Riding Mode
  • 7″ TFT instruments with My Triumph Connectivity System
  • All-LED Lighting with Daytime Running Light
  • ABS
  • Traction Control
  • Keyless system
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro (2022+)

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro:

GT-version +

  • Centre Stand
  • Cruise Control
  • Triumph shift assist (up and down)
  • Hill Hold
  • 5 Riding Modes
  • Adaptive Cornering Lighting
  • LED Auxiliary Lights
  • Heated Grips
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer (2022+)

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer:

GT Pro+

  • 30 l fuel tank
  • Blind Spot Radar
  • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
  • Engine protection bars
  • Heated Rider and Pillion Seats
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro (2022+)

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro:

  • 21/18″ tubeless spoked wheels
  • Centre Stand
  • 220 mm wheel travel
  • Cruise Control
  • Triumph shift assist (up and down)
  • Hill Hold
  • 6 Riding Modes
  • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
  • Adaptive Cornering Lighting
  • All-LED Lighting with Daytime Running Light
  • LED Auxiliary Lights
  • 7″ TFT instruments with My Triumph Connectivity System
  • ABS
  • Traction Control
  • Heated Grips
  • Aluminum sump guard
  • Engine protection bars
  • Keyless system
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer (2022+)

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer:

Rally Pro+

  • 30 l fuel tank
  • Blind Spot Radar
  • Aluminum sump guard with moulded upper
  • Fuel tank protection bars
  • Heated Rider and Pillion Seats

Specifications

ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement3-cylinders, transverse in-line
Bore & Stroke85,0 x 71,4 mm

90,0 x 60,7 mm – 2022+
Displacement1215 cm³ (74,1 cu. in)

1160 cm³ (70,8 cu. in) – 2022+
Compression ratio11.1:1

13.2:1 – 2022+
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power137 hp (100,7 kW) / 9300 rpm – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

139 hp (102,2 kW) / 9300 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2017)

141 hp (103,7 kW) / 9350 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2018-2021)

150 hp (110,4 kW) / 9000 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Max. torque121,0 Nm (12,3 kg*m) / 6400 rpm – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

123,0 Nm (12,5 kg*m) / 6200 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2017)

122,0 Nm (12,4 kg*m) / 7600 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2018-2021)

130,0 Nm (13,2 kg*m) / 7000 rpm – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)3,47 sec.1
Top speed213 km/h (132,2 mph)2
Fuel system (type)Fuel injection, Ride-by-Wire
Fuel economy / consumption5,47 l / 100 km (43 mpg) 3
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchWet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Slip & Assist
Transmission6-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio
I
II
III
IV
V
VI

2.846
2.056
1.583
1.291
1.138
1.037
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular steel frame
Front suspension, travel46 mm inverted telescopic fork KYB (adjustable spring pre-load), 190 mm / 7,5 in – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

48 mm inverted telescopic fork WP (adjustable rebound & compression damping), 190 mm / 7,5 in – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

Electronically adjustable damping – XCx, XCa, XRx, XRt

49 mm semi-active damping inverted telescopic fork Showa, 200 mm / 7,9 in – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

49 mm semi-active damping inverted telescopic fork Showa, 220 mm / 8,7 in – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)
Rear suspension, travelSwingarm with monoshock KYB (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 194 mm / 7,6 in – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

Swingarm with monoshock WP (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 193 mm / 7,6 in – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

Electronically adjustable semi active damping – XCx, XCa, XRx, XRt

Tri-Link swingarm with semi-active damping monoshock Showa (automatic electronic preload adjustment), 200 mm / 7,9 in – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

Tri-Link swingarm with semi-active damping monoshock Showa (automatic electronic preload adjustment), 220 mm / 8,7 in – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)
Front tire size110/80-19

120/80-19 – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

120/70R19 – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

90/90-21 – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)
Rear tire size150/70-17

170/60-17 – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

150/70R18 – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers Nissin (ABS)

Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston radial calipers Brembo (ABS) – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston radial calipers Brembo Stylema (ABS) – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 282 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS)

Single disc, 282 mm, 1-piston caliper (ABS) – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Fuel capacity20,0 l / 5,3 US gal.

30,0 l / 7,9 US gal. – GT Explorer, Rally Explorer
Low level warning lamp
Fuel typeUnleaded 91 RON (US 87 CLC/AKI) – to 2021
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemDigital Inductive
Alternator12V-840W at 4000 rpm4
Battery12V-18Ah – to 2018
12V-11,2Ah – from 2018
DIMENSIONS
Overall length2248 mm / 88,4 in
Overall width962 mm / 37,9 in – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

930 mm / 36,6 in – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

982 mm / 38,7 in – Tiger 1200 (2022+) with handguards
Overall height1410 mm / 55,5 in – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

1400 mm / 55,1 in – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

1470 mm / 57,9 in (with higher screen position) – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

1436 mm / 56,5 in – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

1497 mm / 58,9 in – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+), high screen position

1487 mm / 58,5 in – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)

1547 mm / 60,9 in – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+), high screen position
Seat height837-857 mm / 32,9-33,7 in (to 2021)

850 / 870 mm (33,4 / 34,2 in) – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

875 / 895 mm (34,4 / 35,2 in) – Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)
Wheelbase1530 mm / 60,2 in – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

1520 mm / 59,8 in – Tiger 1200 (2017-2021)

1560 mm / 61,4 in – Tiger 1200 (2022+)
Ground clearance
Dry weight242 kg / 533 lbs – Tiger 1200 XR (2017-2021)

244 kg / 538 lbs – Tiger 1200 XRx (2017-2021)

243 kg / 536 lbs – Tiger 1200 XRt (2017-2021)

246 kg / 542 lbs – Tiger 1200 XC (2017-2021)

248 kg / 547 lbs – Tiger 1200 XCx / XCa (2017-2021)
Curb (wet) weight259 kg / 570 lbs – Tiger 1200 (to 2017)

266,5 kg / 586 lbs – Tiger 1200 XC (to 2017)

240 kg / 529 lbs – Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)

245 kg / 540 lbs – Tiger 1200 GT Pro (2022+)

255 kg / 562 lbs – Tiger 1200 GT Explorer (2022+)

249 kg / 549 lbs – Tiger 1200 Rally Pro (2022+)

261 kg / 575 lbs – Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer (2022+)

Images

Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 (2012-2016)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XC 1200 (2013-2016)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 1200 (2017)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRx 1200 (2017)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XRt 1200 (2017)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx 1200 (2017)
Triumph Tiger Explorer XCa 1200 (2017)
Triumph Tiger 1200 XR (2018-2021)
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRx (2018-2021)
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRt (2018-2021)
Triumph Tiger 1200 XCx (2018-2021)
Triumph Tiger 1200 XCa (2018-2021)
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2022+)
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally (2022+)
Triumph Tiger 1200 (2022+)

Videos

New Tiger 1200 2022

Manuals

References

  1. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015”, Triumph Tiger Explorer (08/2012), 0-60 mph
  2. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015”, Triumph Tiger Explorer (08/2012), Top Speed
  3. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015”, Triumph Tiger Explorer (08/2012), Average MPG
  4. Owner’s Handbook, 2015, 2017