Trimuph launched the new 2020 Tiger 1200 Desert and Alpine Special Editions

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