Adventure Motorcycles

2013Triumph Tiger 1050 SE

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The 2013 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE is a versatile middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of on-road comfort and light off-road capability. Its liquid-cooled 1050cc triple engine delivers responsive power and torque across the rev range, making it equally at home on winding roads or varied terrain. Known for its approachable ergonomics, reliability, and manageable weight, the Tiger suits both experienced adventurers and those new to sport-touring.

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 226.0 kg
Seat height: 835 mm
Power: 115.0 HP (84.6 kW)

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What’s new for the 2013 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE

vs the 2012

Spec	2012	2013
Power	111.0 HP (81.6 kW)	115.0 HP (84.6 kW)
Wet weight	227.7 kg (502.0 pounds)	245.0 kg (540.1 pounds)
Front suspension	Showa 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload. rebound and compression damping. 150mm travel	Showa 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 150mm travel
Rear suspension	Showa Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping 150mm rear wheel travel	Showa Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, 150mm rear wheel travel
Front brakes	Double disc	Double disc. ABS
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. ABS

Other years 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail30%

Cornering72%

City riding62%

Daily riding75%

Touring85%

Two-up78%

Track45%

Best for: Designed as a road-focused sport-touring adventure bike, blending long-distance comfort with genuinely engaging sporty handling on paved roads.
Built for: A confident, muscular in-line triple gives strong midrange pull and a distinctive growl, paired with sharp, stable handling that feels more street-sport than dirt-adventure.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking serious off-road capability, as its cast wheels, street tires, and road-tuned suspension are firmly aimed at tarmac.

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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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 835mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2013 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE, 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Power: 115.0 HP (84.6 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 156 CO2 g/km
Torque: 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m) @ 6250 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.70 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5088 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 71.4 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital-inductive type via engine management system
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1510 mm
Overall length: 2110 mm
Overall width: 840 mm
Overall height: 1320 mm
Seat height: 835 mm
Dry weight: 226.0 kg
Wet weight: 245.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Oil capacity: 3.50 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum beam twin-spar
Front suspension: Showa 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 150mm travel
Rear suspension: Showa Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, 150mm rear wheel travel
Rake (fork angle): 23.2°
Trail: 88 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Black, Red, White
Warranty: 24

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	2011	2012	2013
Capacity	1050 cc	1050 cc	1050 cc
Dry weight	226 kg	226 kg	226 kg
Seat height	833 mm	833 mm	835 mm
Fuel capacity	20.1 L	20.1 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:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEMJan 2014 · 14V009000

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.

These recalls cover some 2013 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 →