Triumph Tiger 800 - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking on-road comfort with genuine off-road capability. Its 799cc triple engine delivers 94 horsepower with strong mid-range torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox for spirited road riding and capable trail exploration. Known for its balanced handling, reliability, and accessible performance, it appeals to both experienced adventurers and those new to adventure touring.
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Triumph Tiger 800 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel 3 into 1, high level stainless steel silencer |
| Greenhouse gases | 133.2 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 5.74 litres/100 km (17.4 km/l or 40.98 mpg) |
| Driveline | X ring chain. Primary drive: Gear. |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital-inductive type via engine management system |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 74.0 x 61.9 mm (2.9 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 79.00 Nm (8.1 kgf-m or 58.3 ft.lbs) @ 7850 |
| Power | 94.00 |
| Engine type | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 799.00 ccm (48.75 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium alloy 10-spoke |
| Rear brakes diameter | 255 mm (10.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS |
| Front brakes diameter | 308 mm (12.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/70-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-ZR21 |
| Rear suspension | Showa monoshock with remote oil reservoir. hydraulically adjustable preload. rebound damping adjustment. 215mm rear wheel travel |
| Front suspension | Showa 45mm upside down forks. 220mm travel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.1° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel trellis frame. Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy swing arm. |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.70 litres (0.24 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,567 mm (61.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 864 mm (34.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,212 mm (87.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,349 mm (53.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 843 mm (33.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | 4W/2WD. Automatic Transmission with Hi/Lo Range and Reverse. Slip Limited Front Differential. DC 12V 10A 120W electric outlet. Made in Taiwan. |
| Wheelbase | 1,280 mm (50.4 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0541 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 364.0 kg (802.5 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 25/10-12 |
| Front tyre | 25/8-12 |
| Rear Suspension | Double AArm |
| Front Suspension | Double AArm |
| Bore x Stroke | 92.0 x 76.5 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 9.9:1 |
| Torque | 27.50 Nm (2.8 kgf-m or 20.3 ft.lbs) @ 3500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 503.00 ccm (30.69 cubic inches) |
| Color options | Yellow, white, black |
| Seat | Optional ABS |
| Instruments | LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, analogue tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, TPMS ready, switchable ABS and clock |
| Starter | Electric |
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⚠ Safety Recalls (5)
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Tiger Explorer ABS A1 and 2013-2014 Tiger Explorer Spoke ABS XC A1 and Trophy SE A1 motorcycles manufactured November 17, 2011, through December 16, 2013. In the affected motorcycles, the electronic control unit (ECU) hardware and software may improperly detect the motorcyle's throttle position resulting in the motorcycle shutting down.
Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update and install new ECU hardware and software, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2014. Customers may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Daytona 675, Street Triple, Speed Triple, and Tiger 800 motorcycles. Due to a manufacturing error, the turn signal stems on the front and rear of the motorcycle may fracture.
Risk: If the turn signal stems break, the turn signals may not be visible to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners and dealers will replace the turn signal stems, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE OPTIONAL ACCESSORY CENTER STAND ASSEMBLY CONTAINS A DEFECTIVE RETURN SPRING THAT MAY BREAK.
Risk: IF THE RETURN SPRING BREAKS, THE CENTER STAND MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DROP AND DRAG ALONG THE ROAD SURFACE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RETURN SPRING AND REPAIR THE MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 26, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-854-2010.
TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011, FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE.
Risk: THE RIDER MAY NOTICE LOWER RPMS AND WHEN DECELERATING THE ENGINE COULD STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD NEW ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE INTO THE MOTORCYCLES ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.
TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 SPRINT GT, TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE IS MISSING A CLIP ON THE LOCKING MECHANISM AND THUS IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TOP BOX MAY DETACH FROM THE MACHINE.
Risk: IF THE TOP BOX FALLS FROM THE MOTORCYCLE, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FITMENT CLIP PART TO THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE SPINDLE TO ALIGN THE RACK AND PINION MECHANISM TO PREVENT DISENGAGEMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.
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