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Adventure Motorcycles

2004Triumph Tiger

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The 2004 Triumph Tiger is a middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability without sacrificing on-road manners. Its 955cc triple engine delivers responsive torque across the rev range, while the lightweight frame and manageable seat height make it accessible to adventure riders of varying experience levels. Best known for combining rugged styling with practical touring credentials.

Capacity: 955.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Seat height: 840 mm
Power: 104.0 HP (76.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2004 Triumph Tiger

vs the 2003

Spec	2003	2004
Torque	92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 4400 RPM	92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs)

Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail35%

Cornering75%

City riding60%

Daily riding75%

Touring80%

Two-up72%

Track45%

Best for: Designed as a road-biased sport tourer with adventure styling, excelling at fast highway miles and twisty backroads rather than technical off-road terrain.
Built for: A punchy triple-cylinder engine delivers strong midrange torque and a sporty edge, wrapped in a versatile, upright riding position for long-distance comfort.
Not ideal for: Not the ideal pick for riders seeking a genuine off-road-capable adventure bike or a lightweight, beginner-friendly first motorcycle.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 840mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2004 Triumph Tiger, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 955.0 ccm
Power: 104.0 HP (76.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque: 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4837 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression: 11.7:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet. multi-plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1515 mm
Overall length: 2250 mm
Overall width: 860 mm
Overall height: 1370 mm
Seat height: 840 mm
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 24.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel perimeter
Front suspension: 43mm forks
Rear suspension: Monoshock with remotely adjustable preload and rebound damping
Rake (fork angle): 25.8°
Trail: 88 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 285 mm
Front tyre: 110/80-H 19
Rear tyre: 150/70-H 17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1993	1997	2002	2004	2006	2010
Capacity	885 cc	885 cc	955 cc	955 cc	955 cc	1050 cc
Dry weight	209 kg	209 kg	215 kg	215 kg	215 kg	198 kg
Seat height	850 mm	850 mm	860 mm	840 mm	840 mm	835 mm
Fuel capacity	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSApr 2004 · 04V156000

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE FUEL CONNECTOR LINKING EACH OF THE FEED AND RETURN FUEL HOSES TO THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE MAY FRACTURE FOLLOWING IN-SERVICE HANDLING.

Risk: FUEL COULD ESCAPE FROM THE FRACTURED BODY OF THE CONNECTOR ONTO THE ENGINE OR SIDE OF THE BIKE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TRIUMPH AT 1-678-854-2010.

These recalls cover some 2004 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →