THE BEST OF ALL WORLDS
Significantly lighter and much more powerful, with class-leading handling and specification, plus all of Triumph's new T-plane triple performance advantage, the all-new Tiger 1200 has been designed to be the world's most capable, agile and manoeuvrable large-capacity adventure motorcycle.
Delivering a transformation in capability and performance on the tarmac – and the most dynamic and exciting experience off-road – the new generation brings the best of all worlds with a whole new Tiger line-up, including for the first time two all-new 30-litre tank Tiger Explorer options.
Furthermore, the Tiger 1200 family is backed by the surety of a new three-year/unlimited kilometre factory warranty for extra peace of mind.
The Tiger 1200 range, comprising the GT Pro and GT Explorer as well as the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer, is expected to arrive in local showrooms in the second quarter of 2022. Australian pricing has yet to be confirmed.
All-new Tiger 1200 Family
- Tiger 1200 GT family: Tailor made for the perfect road-focused adventure ride, with 19-inch front and 18-inch rear cast aluminium wheels
- Tiger 1200 GT Pro (20-litre tank)
- Tiger 1200 GT Explorer (30-litre tank)
- Tiger 1200 Rally family: Tailor made for the perfect all-terrain adventure, with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear tubeless spoked wheels
- Tiger 1200 Rally Pro (20-litre tank)
- Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer (30-litre tank)
Transformation in weight, capability and specification
- Significantly lighter
- More than 25kg lighter than the previous generation
- Up to 17kg lighter than the closest shaft drive competition
(based on a comparable specification of motorcycle)
- New dedicated wheel dimensions for enhanced capability tailored to the ride
- 21-inch front / 18-inch rear tubeless spoked set-up for off-road supremacy
(Rally Pro & Rally Explorer)
- 19-inch front / 18-inch rear cast aluminium set-up for dynamic road riding capability
(GT Pro & GT Explorer)
- New fuel tank capacities
- 20-litre (GT Pro & Rally Pro)
- 30-litre (GT Explorer & Rally Explorer)
- All-new lightweight chassis and class-leading specification of equipment
- New lightweight frame with bolt-on rear aluminium subframe and pillion hangers
- New lighter and stronger 'tri-link' swingarm
- New category-leading Brembo Stylema® monobloc brakes plus optimised cornering ABS with IMU
- Advanced Showa semi-active suspension set-up tuned for maximum road and off-road capability
- Slimmer waist and a more compact overall design
- New rider ergonomics designed for a comfortable and stable ride
- Adjustable seat height, which can be lowered even further with an accessory low seat
All-new T-plane triple engine advantage
- New 1160cc triple engine, designed to set a new benchmark for engine character
- More power with 150PS at 9000rpm and more torque with 130Nm at 7000rpm
9PS more than the previous generation, and 14PS more than the closest shaft drive competition
- Unique T-plane triple crank with uneven firing order
- Enhanced low-down tractability and responsiveness
- More exciting and engaging mid-range to top-end response and feel
- Improved acceleration
- More characterful and distinctive soundtrack
- New lightweight low maintenance shaft drive
All-new comprehensive technology package
- All-new Triumph Blind Spot Radar System, developed in partnership with Continental
(GT Explorer and Rally Explorer only)
- All-new Showa semi-active suspension set-up for dynamic rider control
- All-new 7.0-inch TFT instruments with integrated My Triumph Connectivity System
- Optimised Cornering Traction Control with IMU
- Up to six riding modes
- All-new keyless system, including ignition, steering lock and fuel cap
- All-new LED lighting with DRL, plus Adaptive Cornering Lights
- Triumph Shift Assist as standard on all models
- Heated grips and seats (heated seats standard on GT Explorer & Rally Explorer only)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (standard on GT Explorer & Rally Explorer only)
- Hill Hold
New distinctive and purposeful style, poise and attitude
- More dominant adventure focused stance and poise with new bodywork, new twin radiator design and minimal new silencer
- New rider ergonomics with tailored bar and peg positions
- All-new bodywork
- Premium detailing and finish
- New colour schemes and graphics for each family
Dedicated Tiger 1200 accessory range
- 50+ Genuine Triumph Accessories for capability, comfort, style, technology and protection
- Full luggage systems – all hard luggage developed in partnership with Givi
- New Trekker panniers – moulded luggage, side/corner opening
- New 52-litre Trekker twin helmet topbox with upholstered passenger backrest
- New Expedition panniers – alloy luggage, top opening
- New 42-litre Expedition topbox with two-piece passenger backrest
- Comprehensive protective range
- Precision engineered tubular stainless-steel engine and tank protection
- Heated seating options
- Rider, pillion, standard height and low seat options
- New Triumph Sena Bluetooth communication system
- Dedicated new partnership with the leading motorcycle communication brand, Triumph Sena headset featuring a new Harman Kardon sound system
Price, service and availability
- Three years/unlimited mileage warranty, with the option to extend
- High service intervals: 10,000 miles (16,000km) / 12 months
- Expected to arrive in local showrooms in the second quarter of 2022
- Australian pricing has yet to be confirmed
THE BEST OF ALL WORLDS
The result of one of the most ambitious projects in Triumph's history, the all-new Tiger 1200 line-up represents a transformation in weight, performance and capability, all focused on delivering every advantage a rider is looking for in their adventure motorcycle.
Building on the previous generation's strengths, including its practical shaft-drive set-up and its
great long-distance comfort, plus the triple engine platform which suits touring so well, the new Tiger line-up introduces a new generation of T-plane triple engine, lightweight chassis and advanced technology – all focused on delivering the most agile and capable large-capacity adventure motorcycle you can buy.
ALL-NEW TIGER 1200 FAMILY
With all-new names to reflect the new capability, each Tiger 1200 model is now more tailored and focused to suit the adventures that different riders want.
The new road-focused GT Pro comes with cast wheels, 19-inch on the front and 18-inch on the rear, plus all-new Showa semi-active suspension, tuned to deliver the ultimate road-focused adventure ride.
With the new Rally Pro, this brings for the first time a dedicated 21-inch front and 18-inch rear tubeless wire-spoked wheel set-up, plus the new Showa semi-active suspension with even longer travel, tuned to deliver the ultimate in all-terrain riding, off-road and on.
Completing the new four-model line-up, for the first time Triumph introduces two new 30-litre tank Tigers, with the new Rally Explorer and the GT Explorer – the only cast wheel, 30-litre tank, adventure bike in the class. Both featuring the new Triumph Blind Spot Radar system, these bikes are built to travel the world in comfort and style, with the highest level of specification and capability ever.
ALL-NEW T-PLANE TRIPLE ENGINE
Designed to deliver all the advantages that have made the Triumph Tiger 900 so successful in the middleweight category, the new the T-plane triple crank brings the best of both worlds, with the low-down tractability of a twin at the bottom end, making it great off-road, combined with the performance benefits of a triple at the top end, which makes the Tiger even better on the road where riders spend most of their time. Technically, the T-plane crank gives the new Tiger 1200 engine firing pulses at 180, 270 and 270 degrees, resulting in one short gap and two long gaps between the firing, delivering improved character and tractability at low rpm.
The new 1160cc engine brings a major step up in performance with 150PS peak power at 9000rpm, 9PS up on the previous generation, making it the most powerful shaft drive motorcycle in the class. The torque is also significantly higher than the previous generation, with 130Nm of peak torque at 7000rpm, 8Nm up on the previous engine.
In addition to the step-up in power and torque, the new engine, tune and T-plane triple crank also bring improved acceleration and a much more responsive and exciting character, where the uneven firing interval gives excellent feel and tractability at the bottom end, combined with the really strong triple power and torque delivery all the way through the rev range. Completing the transformation, every Tiger features the new lightweight low-maintenance shaft drive, a key practical advantage valued by adventure touring riders.
Compared to the previous generation engine, absolutely everything is new, including new bore and stroke, crank, cylinder head, gearbox and clutch, and a completely new shaft drive and bevel box. Overall, every single component has been designed to be significantly lighter and more compact, which has allowed the new engine to have a much tighter overall package, transforming the riding dynamics.
Add to that the new minimal lightweight silencer, and the result is a significantly enhanced soundtrack,
with a new distinctive triple tone and bark.
THE NEW BENCHMARK FOR HANDLING
The Tiger 1200 has been designed to set the new benchmark for road and off-road adventure handling, courtesy of a major reduction in weight, an all-new lightweight chassis, a class-leading specification of equipment and all-new rider ergonomics.
Following an extensive mass optimisation programme across the whole bike, encompassing every component, the new generation is now more than 25kg lighter than the previous Tiger, and up to 17kg lighter than the closest shaft drive competition, based on a comparable specification of motorcycle.
For this new generation, each Tiger 1200 family now comes equipped with dedicated wheel dimensions, tailored to suit the adventures that different riders want. On the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer, there is a 21/18-inch tubeless spoked set-up for incredible all-road ability, and on the GT Pro and GT Explorer there is 19/18-inch cast aluminium arrangement for more dynamic road riding ability. Ensuring outstanding grip and stability, Metzeler Tourance™ tyres are fitted to all GT models, while the Rally models feature Metzeler Karoo Street™ tyres for true all-terrain riding. For advanced off-road riding, the Michelin Anakee Wild is the handbook approved option.
Class-leading Brembo Stylema® brakes are fitted to all Tiger 1200 models for powerful and progressive performance. These have been selected to meet the demands of long-distance road riding and the advanced off-road adventure capability of the Rally models.
The incredible stopping power provided by the Brembo calipers is managed by the advanced Optimised Cornering ABS system fitted to all new models, which is supported by a sophisticated IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), which continuously measures the motorcycle's movement (pitch rate, yaw rate, roll rate, vertical acceleration, lateral acceleration, longitudinal acceleration) to calculate the lean angle of the bike and deliver the optimum level of ABS intervention. Magura HC-1 levers, adjustable for reach, deliver a progressive feel and further enhance rider comfort and control.
Making a significant contribution to the transformation in weight and handling capability, the Tiger's new frame, which is 5.4kg lighter than the previous design, features a bolt-on aluminium rear sub-frame and bolt-on pillion hangers, enhancements developed from customer feedback.
Additional weight savings comes from the new aluminium fuel tank and all-new tri-link swingarm, which is 1.5kg lighter and stronger than the previous single-sided set-up, and incorporates a smaller and lighter shaft drive and bevel box.
Bringing the rider enhanced confidence at low speeds and during non-riding manoeuvres, as well as enhanced comfort and control, all new Tiger 1200 variants come with new seat and tank ergonomics, where the seat has been slimmed down at the front, where it meets the tank. To further enable each rider to find their comfort zone, all models feature a built-in easily adjustable two-position seat mechanism which enables the rider to change the seat height by 20mm to their preferred set-up.
For the GT Pro and GT Explorer there are two seat height settings – 850mm and 870mm, while for the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer these are 875mm and 895mm. Through the accessory-fit low seat option, customers will also be able to lower the seat position by an additional 20mm.
A further enhancement to comfort is provided by the new easily adjustable screen, with a simple one-handed adjustment mechanism, plus new aero screen diffusers that deflect the wind off both the rider and pillion.
The handlebar position has been optimised to suit each model in the Tiger 1200 range, contributing to the bike's improved agility and ensuring great rider comfort. These are 20mm wider than the previous generation for improved off-road control. On the GT Explorer and Rally Explorer, the handlebars are 16mm higher than the other models in the line-up to deliver an even more commanding position. The foot peg positions have also been refined to deliver the optimum rider comfort and control for each model.
All models within the Tiger 1200 line-up have an extensive level of protection for a more secure and comfortable ride: handguards are standard for all models, aluminium skid-guard is fitted as standard on the GT Pro and GT Explorer, while an aluminium sump guard is a standard fit for the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer. Additional protection is provided on the GT Explorer and both Rally variants by the engine protection bars, while the Rally Explorer also comes with fuel tank protection bars. These items can all be added as accessories to the models where they are not standard fit.
COMPREHENSIVE TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
The new generation sets a new standard for Tiger technology, with the introduction of a host of advanced features designed to enhance the ride and deliver a step up in safety, comfort and control.
The GT Explorer and Rally Explorer exclusively feature the all-new Triumph Blind Spot Radar system, developed in partnership with Continental, which delivers two key safety features. Blind Spot Assist uses a rear facing radar to let the rider know when another vehicle is in their blind spot, and Lane Change Assist, which gives a more prominent warning if the rider indicates to change lane and there is a vehicle approaching.
Optimised Cornering Traction Control comes as standard across the line-up, which is supported by the bike's advanced IMU to deliver the optimum traction control response for the riding conditions.
All key information the rider needs is presented through the new class-leading 7.0-inch TFT instruments with an optically bonded display, which features a new graphics package. The My Triumph Connectivity System is also fitted as standard on all models, enabling phone calls, turn-by-turn navigation and GoPro control.
Depending on the model, there are up to six riding modes available, which adjust throttle response, ABS, traction control and suspension settings for maximum rider control in all riding conditions. The Off-Road Pro riding mode, exclusive to the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer models, is Triumph's most extreme off-road set-up for advanced off-road adventure, with ABS and traction control turned off, and an off-road throttle map. Rain mode has been tailored to deliver the most intervention and is limited to 100PS for enhanced safety and control when conditions are compromised.
Tiger 1200 Rally Pro and Rally Explorer:
Road, Rain, Sport, Rider-configurable, Off-Road and Off-Road Pro
Tiger 1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer:
Road, Rain, Sport, Rider-configurable and Off-Road
Great visibility in any riding condition is ensured by the new full LED headlight with a distinctive new signature Daytime Running Light (DRL). Additional visibility and illumination whilst cornering is provided by the lean-sensitive new Adaptive Cornering Lights, which come as standard on all models.
Triumph Shift Assist comes as a standard fit feature on all models. Triumph Shift Assist enables easy up and down gear-shifting without needing to action the clutch. Hill Hold is standard on all models. Hill Hold prevents the bike from rolling backwards when setting off on a steep incline, applying the rear brake until sensing the rider is starting to move off.
For enhanced long distance riding comfort in every weather condition, all models come with heated grips as standard, plus the GT Explorer and Rally Explorer also come with heated rider and pillion seats as well as a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System to ensure the highest possible level of rider safety. For all other models, heated seats and TPMS can be added as an accessory option.
Completing the new Tiger's comprehensive technology package, all Tiger 1200 variants come with a host of additional features designed to enhance the ride, including intuitive and easily accessible switch cubes with unique-in-segment five-way joystick control, plus illuminated switches and under seat storage with USB charger. Adjustable electronic cruise control and a centre stand also come as standard on all models.
DISTINCTIVE NEW TIGER STYLE
Following a brief for styling that was just as ambitious as the handling and performance updates, the new Tiger 1200 line-up delivers a distinctive new look with a more upright, commanding stance enhanced by the new redesigned minimal bodywork, clean contemporary lines and a visually lighter front end.
Each model family has been designed with a more focused look, with the GT family delivering even more road biased style, while the Rally family brings even more off-road attitude and stance, courtesy of the new 21-inch front wheel set-up.
The new generation also features a much slimmer waist and more compact design with narrower stand over, which not only makes it easier to get your feet on the floor, but also makes it easier to move around on while riding.
Colour Options
Tiger 1200 Rally Pro and Rally Explorer
- Snowdonia White
- Sapphire Black
- Matt Khaki
Tiger 1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer
- Snowdonia White
- Sapphire Black
- Lucerne Blue
DEDICATED ACCESSORY RANGE
A tailor-made line-up of the very best options needed to enhance any rider's adventure is available for the new Tiger 1200, with more than 50 Genuine Triumph Accessories to choose from to enhance the bike's capability, comfort, style and protection.
Key accessory options include:
Two full luggage systems, with new Trekker moulded panniers and 52-litre twin helmet top box with passenger backrest, and new aluminium top-opening Expedition panniers, with matching 42-litre top box and backrest, available in both brushed aluminium or matt black finish, all developed by Triumph in partnership with Givi.
Comprehensive protection range, with engine bars, tank protection bars and aluminium sump guard.
Heated rider and pillion seats, plus low height heated seat.
Adjustable screen aero deflector
Triumph Shift Assist
LED fog lights
Scrolling LED indicators
Centre stand
All new Triumph Sena Bluetooth headset, a new partnership, which works with the integrated My Triumph Connectivity System and comes with Sena's updated sound system by Harman Kardon
Triumph Track+ tracking system
Triumph Protect+ alarm system
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Notes to Editors
ABOUT TRIUMPH
- First established in 1902, Triumph Motorcycles celebrated 119 years of motorcycle manufacture in 2021. For more than three decades, Triumph Motorcycles has been based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, and has produced iconic bikes that perfectly blend authentic design, character, charisma and performance.
- With more than 75,000 motorcycles delivered in financial year 2021, and close to 700 dealers across the world, Triumph is the largest British motorcycle manufacturer.
- This focus, innovation and engineering passion has today created a broad range of bikes suited to all motorcycle riders, including the stunning new Speed Triple 1200 RR and RS, Tiger Sport 660 and Trident 660, epic Tiger 900, world leading Rocket 3 R and GT, high performance Street Triple 765 RS, iconic Scrambler 1200, transcontinental Tiger 1200, and the legendary Triumph Bonneville family updated for 2021, including the Bonneville Bobber, Thruxton RS, Street Twin, Street Scrambler, and the iconic Bonneville T120 and T100, plus an exciting and accessible A2 range of Triumph motorcycles.
- Triumph currently employs around 2000 personnel worldwide and has subsidiary operations in the UK, North America, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Japan, Sweden (Scandinavia), Benelux, Brazil, India, China and Thailand as well as a network of independent distributors. Triumph has manufacturing facilities in Hinckley, Leicestershire and Thailand plus CKD facilities in Brazil and India.
- The Triumph Bonneville, famously named to celebrate Triumph's 1956 land speed record on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA, was the original British superbike and a race-winner straight out of the crate, chosen by famous motorcyclists of the past for its legendary handling, style, and character. Updated for 2021 with even more performance, capability and style, it's that handling, character and iconic looks, married to modern rider-focused technology that makes the new Bonneville family THE authentic modern classic choice today.
- Triumph has a glorious racing history, competing in and winning races in almost every class and field of motorcycle sporting achievement. From winning the second ever Isle of Man TT in 1908, through to 1960s road and track domination in Europe and America, right up to contemporary racing achievements with the 675cc Triumph triple powered 2014 Daytona 200 win, the 2014 Isle of Man Supersports TT win, the 2014 and 2015 British Supersports titles and World SuperSport racing, and in 2019, with another victory at the Isle of Man Supersports TT, by Peter Hickman.
- Triumph's racing legend continues as the exclusive engine supplier to the FIM Moto2™ World Championship since the start of the 2019 season. Triumph Motorcycles provides all of the teams with race-tuned 765cc triples, each of which is based on the class-leading Street Triple RS powerplant. Redefining the class and breaking record after record in the inaugural year, including the first ever +300km/h Moto2™ top speed, the 2020 season got even faster with another 11 all-time lap records and seven different winners from 15 races.
- Triumph's racing activities are further bolstered by a return to the British Superbike paddock in 2021 with a factory-supported race team, Dynavolt Triumph, in the British Supersport Championship.
- In 2021 Triumph have announced their forthcoming entry into the Motocross and Enduro worlds as well as a new factory racing effort, with a commitment to top tier championship racing in both Motocross and Enduro series.