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Adventure Motorcycles

2016Triumph Tiger 800 XCX

★ 5.0

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The 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 XCX is a middleweight adventure bike engineered for riders seeking genuine off-road capability combined with on-road composure. Known for its agile handling, robust tubular steel frame, and sophisticated WP suspension, it excels in mixed terrain exploration. The comprehensive LCD instrument pack and practical carrying solutions make it ideal for touring and adventure-focused riders.

Capacity: 800.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 196.0 kg
Seat height: 840 mm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 9300 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 XCX

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Dry weight	190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)	196.0 kg (432.1 pounds)
Wet weight	215.0 kg (474.0 pounds)	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Front suspension	Showa 43mm upside down forks,	WP 43 mm upside down forks, adjustable rebound and compression damping
Rear suspension	Showa monoshock with hydraulically adjustable preload	WP monoshock with remote oil reservoir, hydraulically adjustable preload, rebound damping adjustment

Other years 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail75%

Cornering68%

City riding62%

Daily riding72%

Touring85%

Two-up75%

Track40%

Best for: Built primarily as an adventure-touring motorcycle that handles long highway stretches, twisty backroads, and light-to-moderate off-road trails with equal competence.
Built for: A refined, torquey triple-cylinder engine gives it a distinctive character that blends smooth road manners with genuine adventure capability.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking outright sportbike speed or a lightweight, nimble commuter for tight urban environments.

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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Units

At 840mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 XCX, 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: 800.0 ccm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 9300 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 133 CO2 g/km
Torque: 79.0 Nm (8.1 kgf-m) @ 7850 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4847 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 61.9 mm
Compression: 11.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1545 mm
Overall length: 2215 mm
Overall width: 865 mm
Overall height: 1390 mm
Seat height: 840 mm
Dry weight: 196.0 kg
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Oil capacity: 3.70 litres
Carrying capacity: Top box, saddle bags
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel trellis. Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy swingarm.
Front suspension: WP 43 mm upside down forks, adjustable rebound and compression damping
Rear suspension: WP monoshock with remote oil reservoir, hydraulically adjustable preload, rebound damping adjustment
Front wheel travel: 220 mm
Rear wheel travel: 215 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.3°
Trail: 95 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs, Nissin 2-piston sliding calipers, Switchable ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 308 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Nissin single piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 255 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 90/90-21
Rear tyre: 150/70-17

Other

Color options: Phantom Black, Crystal White, Caspian Blue
Warranty: 24
Comments: Windscreen. Traction control. Cruise control. Available in a low seat version.

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	2015	2016	2018	2019	2020
Capacity	800 cc	800 cc	800 cc	800 cc	800 cc
Dry weight	190 kg	196 kg	205 kg	205 kg	205 kg
Seat height	845 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	19 L	19 L	19 L	19 L	19 L