Triumph announces two new very special Tiger 1200s, the Tiger 1200 Desert edition and Tiger 1200 Alpine edition.
Inspired by some of the world’s most thrilling motorcycle adventures from all over the world, these new motorcycles incorporate a unique high specification set-up and dedicated paint schemes, to deliver even greater adventure capability, style and value for money.
NEW TIGER 1200 DESERT EDITION
Inspired by the epic motorcycle adventures the Tiger 1200 has taken across the most inhospitable and challenging deserts in the world, the new Tiger 1200 Desert Edition takes all of the distinctive and purposeful Tiger 1200 XC line-up looks and incredible capability, whilst bringing an even higher standard of finish, including:
- Exclusive ‘Sandstorm’ special edition paint scheme.
- Dedicated ‘Desert Edition’ graphics.
- New metallised ‘SE’ radiator badges.
In addition to its unique paint scheme, the Tiger 1200 Desert Edition also features higher specification equipment compared to the mid spec XCx model, designed to further enhance its adventure capability and affordability. These dedicated features are;
- Lightweight Arrow titanium silencer
- Triumph Shift Assist for clutchless up- and down-shifts
Tiger triple engine
The new Desert Edition features the Tiger 1200’s 1215cc Triple engine, the most powerful shaft-driven engine in its class, delivering smooth and immediate response through the gears up to a peak power of 141PS @ 9,350rpm. This is derived by the high quality engine components
(including lightweight flywheel, lighter crankshaft and magnesium cam cover) that allow the engine to spin up fast for instant power delivery and maximum torque of 122Nm @ 7,600rpm.
In addition, the lightweight Arrow titanium silencer enhances the bike’s agility and improves the already thrilling Tiger Triple soundtrack.
High specification chassis
The new Tiger Desert Edition maintains the Tiger’s well known premium equipment standard with high specification Brembo brakes, adjustable WP suspension controlled by Triumph’s Semi-Active Suspension technology, and a two-position seat height (835-855 mm), adjustable by 20 mm to suit riding style and terrain.
NEW TIGER 1200 ALPINE EDITION
Inspired by the epic alpine adventures that Tiger 1200 have enjoyed across one of the most breathtakingly beautiful mountain ranges in the world, the new Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition features all of the distinctive and purposeful Tiger 1200 XR line-up style and incredible adventure capability, whilst bringing even higher standard of finish, including:
- Exclusive ‘Snowdonia White’ special edition paint scheme.
- Dedicated ‘Alpine Edition’ graphics.
- New metallised ‘SE’ radiator badges.
Based on the mid spec XRx model, the Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition adds even higher specification features in order to enhance its long distance adventure capability and affordability. These features are;
- Lightweight Arrow titanium silencer
- Triumph Shift Assist for clutchless up- and down-shifts
Tiger triple engine
The new Alpine Edition features the Tiger 1200’s 1215cc Triple engine, the most powerful shaft-driven engine in its class, delivering smooth and immediate response through the gears up to a peak power of 141PS @ 9,350rpm. This is derived by the high quality engine components (including lightweight flywheel, lighter crankshaft and magnesium cam cover) that allow the engine to spin up fast for instant power delivery and maximum torque of 122Nm @ 7,600rpm.
In addition, the lightweight Arrow titanium silencer enhances the bike’s agility and improves the already thrilling Tiger Triple soundtrack.
High specification chassis
The new Tiger Alpine Edition maintains the Tiger’s well known premium equipment standard with high specification Brembo brakes, adjustable WP suspension controlled by Triumph’s Semi-Active Suspension technology, and a two-position seat height (835-855 mm), adjustable by 20 mm to suit riding style and terrain.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Final drive | Shaft drive | Shaft drive |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Frame | Tubular steel trellis frame | Tubular steel trellis frame |
| Swingarm | Single-sided, cast aluminium alloy with shaft drive | Single-sided, cast aluminium alloy with shaft drive |
| Front Wheel | Cast aluminium alloy 10-spoke 19 x 3.0 in | 32 spoke, aluminium rim, for tubeless tyres 19 x 3.0 in |
| Rear Wheel | Cast aluminium alloy 10-spoke 17 x 4.5 in | 32 spoke, aluminium rim, for tubeless tyres 17 x 4.5 in |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 R19 | 120/70 R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 R17 | 170/60 R17 |
| Front Suspension | WP 48 mm upside down forks, electronically adjustable damping, 190 mm travel | WP 48 mm upside down forks, electronically adjustable damping, 190 mm travel |
| Rear Suspension | WP monoshock, electronically adjustable semi active damping with automatic preload adjustment, 193 mm wheel travel | WP monoshock, electronically adjustable semi active damping with automatic preload adjustment, 193 mm wheel travel |
| Front Brake | Twin 305 mm floating discs, radially mounted monobloc Brembo 4-piston calipers, switchable ABS | Twin 305 mm floating discs, radially mounted monobloc Brembo 4-piston calipers, switchable ABS |
| Rear Brake | Single 282 mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, switchable ABS | Single 282 mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, switchable ABS |
| Width (Handlebars) | 830 mm | 830 mm |
| Height Without Mirrors | 1,470 mm | 1,470 mm |
| Seat Height | 835 – 855 mm | 835 – 855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,520 mm | 1,520 mm |
| Rake | 23.2 º | 23.2 º |
| Trail | 99.9 mm | 99.9 mm |
| Dry Weight | 242 Kg | 246 Kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 20 L |
| Instruments | TFT multifunctional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and Riding Modes. | TFT multifunctional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and Riding Modes. |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 l/100 km (54.3 MPG) | 5.2 l/100 km (54.3 MPG) |
| CO2 Emissions | 122 g/km | 122 g/km |
Tiger 1200 SE 
Tiger 1200 Desert Edition 
Tiger 1200 Alpine-Edition
