The new Tiger 900 features new frame, new suspension, new features, updated engine. And it’s lighter
The middleweight adventure class just got more crowded. Triumph presents an all-new Tiger. It’s not just an Euro 5 compliant update, but a brand new model. It's lighter, it features new suspension and class-leading brakes and a larger engine. Finally, the welded subframe and foot-pegs are gone, and we also got rid of the XC, XCa, XRx… there’s a new name.
The Tiger 900 comes in three different versions: The Tiger 900 (basic), the GT & GT Pro (urban approach, more expensive, more tech), the Rally & Rally Pro (well, you can guess it).
The engine is “more responsive” with a light torque increase (10%), but the power is quite the same – 95 horsepower. Same as the BMW F850GS (the main rival) and KTM 790 Adventure. The Africa Twin and the V-Strom just got a bit more powerful. The firing interval is 1,3,2, for “greater character and feel”. We’re getting curios about it. Triumph also says that the higher capacity engine is also offering more power througout the whole range, especially in the mid-range, so it will be more fun to ride.
The dry weight (no fuel): ranging between 192 kg (Tiger 900) and 201 (Tiger 900 Rally Pro). So the wet weight should be around 212-222 kg. A bit lighter than standard Africa Twin (226 kg wet), lighter than the F850GS (about 230 kg), and, in its basic version, as light as the KTM 790 Adventure (189 kg dry).
The new Tiger 900 is up to 5 kg lighter than the previous one thanks to a new steel trellis frame. But the most important thing is the modular construction, with bolt-on aluminum rear sub-frame and bolt-on pillion hangers.
The suspension – Marzocchi and Showa instead of WP
The previous Tigers used WP suspensions, but the new models are featuring Marzocchi (Tiger 900 and 900 GT) and Showa (Rally & Rally Pro). The Pro models are also getting eletronically adjustable damping on the rear and mechanically-adjustable fork.
| MARZOCCHI | SHOWA | |||
| TIGER 900 | TIGER 900 GT | TIGER 900 GT PRO | TIGER 900 RALLY & RALLY PRO | |
| Front | 45mm USD cartridge forks Non adjustable 180mm wheel travel | 45mm USD cartridge forks Manual adjustment of compression & rebound damping 180mm wheel travel | 45mm USD cartridge forks Manual adjustment of compression & rebound damping 180mm wheel travel | 45mm USD cartridge forks Manual adjustment of preload, rebound & compression damping 240mm wheel travel |
| Rear | Gas pressurised RSU Manual preload adjustment 170mm wheel travel | Gas pressurised RSU Manual preload adjustment & rebound damping adjustment 170mm wheel travel (151mm LRH version) | Gas pressurised RSU, electronically adjustable for preload & rebound damping 170mm wheel travel | Gas pressurised RSU, adjustable for preload & rebound damping 230mm wheel travel |
The Brakes: all the new Tiger 900 models are featuring the Brembo Stylema brakes – the most advanced braking system in this class.
The fuel tank is larger – 20 litre, and the adjustable screen is new – you can adjust it through a new mechanism, by a single hande.
The ergonomics have been optimized – narrower seat and handlebars are 10 mm closer – this should improve both the seating and the standing riding position. It will be very interesting to see how it’s changed since Triumph always had a more street-oriented approach in this segment. Additionally, each model has a dedicated and unique footrest position to suit the expected style of riding, and a built-in easily adjustable two-position seat height mechanism. This enables the rider to change the seat height by 20mm to their preferred set-up.
For the tech-guys, the GT, GT Pro, Rally & Rally Pro, are featuring a 7-inches TFT dash. However, the new My Triumph Connectivity system and app are only available for the Pro Versions. This system is offering bluetooth connection, turn-by-turn navigation and GoPro control.
As for the electronics, there’s a new cornering ABS and traction control with IMU (not on the basic model), and you got up to six riding modes, depending on the version. The Rally Pro is getting an additional Off-Road Pro compared to the others.
Tiger 900 Rally Pro: Rain, Road, Sport, Off-Road, Rider-configurable & Off-Road Pro
Tiger 900 GT Pro: Rain, Road, Sport, Off-Road & Rider-configurable
Tiger 900 Rally & Tiger 900 GT: Rain, Road, Sport & Off-Road
Tiger 900: Rain & Road
There’s a new look also, with an all-new LED headlight. The big headlight is gone now, and there’s a smaller one instead. The whole styling is different, with a more sleek and more compact bodywork.
Colour Options
Tiger 900 Rally & Rally Pro: Matt Khaki, Sapphire Black and Pure White, all featuring contemporary new decals and a distinctive white frame inspired by the ‘Tiger Tramontana’ rally bike
Tiger 900 GT & GT Pro: Korosi Red, Sapphire Black and Pure White, all featuring premium tank badges and contemporary new decals
Tiger 900: Pure White
65+ dedicated new accessories
A range of over 65 genuine Triumph accessories are available for the new Tiger 900 models. There are two new luggage ranges created in partnership with Givi – the Trekker side-opening panniers with 52 litre twin helmet top box, and the Expedition top-opening panniers, with matching 42 litre top box. Plus there are accessories for added comfort, protection, capability, style and security.
Two new inspiration kits deliver a complete package of accessories designed to suit different riding needs, which can be used as inspiration for riders to create their own perfect bike.
The fully loaded ‘Trekker’ inspiration kit showcases the Tiger’s touring capability with the Trekker panniers with powder coated mild steel mounting kit, Trekker top box and backrest, the sliding carriage kit, tank pad and screen deflector.
Alternatively, the ‘Expedition’ inspiration kit showcases the more overt off-road focused accessories available with the Expedition panniers and stainless steel mounting kit, 40 litre roll bag, headlight guard, fork protectors, aluminium radiator guard, upper engine bars and LED fog lights.
The Triumph Tiger 900 Specs
| TIGER 900 | TIGER 900 GT | TIGER 900 GT PRO | TIGER 900 RALLY | TIGER 900 RALLY PRO | |
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder | ||||
| Capacity | 888 cc | ||||
| Bore Stroke | 78 x 61.9 mm | ||||
| Compression | 11.27:1 | ||||
| Max Power | 95.2 PS / 93.9 bhp (70 kW) @ 8,750 rpm | ||||
| Max Torque | 87 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | ||||
| System | Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection | ||||
| Exhaust | Stainless steel 3 into 1 header system, side mounted stainless steel silencer | ||||
| Final Drive | O-ring chain | ||||
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate | ||||
| Gearbox | 6 speed | ||||
| Frame | Tubular steel frame, bolt on sub frame | ||||
| Swingarm | Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy | ||||
| Front Wheel | Cast alloy, 19 x 2.5 in | Spoked Tubeless, 21 x 2.15 in | |||
| Rear Wheel | Cast alloy, 17 x 4.25 in | Spoked Tubeless, 17 x 4.25 in | |||
| Front Tyre | 100/90-19 | 90/90-21 | |||
| Rear Tyre | 150/70R17 | 150/70R17 | |||
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, non-adjustable | Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel (140mm GT LRH) | Showa 45mm upside down forks, manual preload, rebound damping and compression damping adjustment, 240mm travel | ||
| Rear Suspension | Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload adjustment, 170mm rear wheel travel | Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel (151mm LRH) | Marzocchi rear suspension unit, electronically adjustable preload and rebound damping, 170mm wheel travel | Showa rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 230mm wheel travel
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| Front Brake | Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, ABS | Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, Optimised Cornering ABS
| Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, Optimised Cornering ABS
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| Rear Brake | Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper, ABS | Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper. Optimised cornering ABS. | Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper. Optimised cornering ABS | ||
| Width Handlebars | 830mm | 930mm | 930mm | 935mm | 935mm |
| Height (Without Mirrors) | 1410-1460mm | 1410-1460mm (1385-1435 mm LRH) | 1410-1460mm | 1452-1502mm | 1452-1502mm |
| Seat Height | 810-830mm | 810-830mm (760-780mm LRH) | 810-830mm | 850-870mm | 850-870mm |
| Wheelbase | 1556mm | 1556mm (1545mm LRH) | 1556mm | 1551mm | 1551mm |
| Rake | 24.6 º | 24.6 º (24.1 º LRH) | 24.6 º | 24.4 º | 24.4 º |
| Trail | 133.3mm | 133.3mm (130.0mm LRH) | 133.3mm | 145.8mm | 145.8mm |
| Dry Weight | 192 kg | 194 kg (193 kg LRH) | 198 kg | 196 kg | 201 kg |
| Tank Capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2l/100 km (55.4 MPG) | ||||
| CO2 Emissions | EURO 5 Standard: 119 g/km | ||||
