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2026Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition

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The 2026 Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition is a premium adventure motorcycle engineered for experienced riders seeking genuine off-road capability and on-road refinement. Its 1160cc liquid-cooled triple engine delivers 150 PS with sophisticated semi-active suspension, shaft drive, and six riding modes for diverse terrain. Best known for combining desert-focused geometry with advanced electronics and intuitive rider aids, it excels for adventurers tackling long-distance expeditions across varied landscapes.

Capacity: 1160.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 246.0 kg
Seat height: 895 mm
Power: 148.0 HP (110.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Engine capacity	1215.0 ccm (74.14 cubic inches)	1160.0 ccm (70.79 cubic inches)
Power	139.5 HP (101.8 kW) @ 9350 RPM	148.0 HP (110.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque	122.0 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) @ 7600 RPM	130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Seat height	835 mm (32.9 inches)	895 mm (35.2 inches)
Front suspension	WP 48 mm upside down forks, electronically adjustable damping,	Showa 49mm upside-down forks, semi-active damping. 220mm wheel travel
Rear suspension	WP monoshock, electronically adjustable semi active damping,	Showa monoshock, with semi-active damping and automatic electronic preload adjustment. 220mm wheel travel.
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs, radially mounted monobloc Brembo calipers, 4-piston, switchable ABS.	Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema monobloc radial calipers, OCABS, Magura HC1 span adjustable radial master cylinder with separate reservoir.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS	Single 282mm disc, Brembo single piston axial caliper, OCABS
Wheelbase	1520 mm (59.8 inches)	1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Compression	11.0:1	13.2:1

Other years 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering72%

City riding55%

Daily riding70%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track40%

Best for: Built for long-distance adventure touring with genuine off-road capability, blending shaft-drive comfort with a powerful triple engine.
Built for: A refined, torque-rich triple with premium electronics and semi-active suspension that rewards a smooth, confident riding style across varied terrain.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city streets or track-day lap times.

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

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At 895mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2026 Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate 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: 1160.0 ccm
Power: 148.0 HP (110.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 144 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: TTDXC1.16PMC-005-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.15 L/100km (38.2 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.0 CO g/km
Torque: 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6016 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 90.0 x 60.7 mm
Compression: 13.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1560 mm
Overall length: 2274 mm
Overall width: 849 mm
Overall height: 1487 mm
Seat height: 895 mm
Dry weight: 246.0 kg
Wet weight: 251.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe.
Front suspension: Showa 49mm upside-down forks, semi-active damping. 220mm wheel travel
Rear suspension: Showa monoshock, with semi-active damping and automatic electronic preload adjustment. 220mm wheel travel.
Rake (fork angle): 23.7°
Trail: 112 mm
Rake: 23.7deg

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema monobloc radial calipers, OCABS, Magura HC1 span adjustable radial master cylinder with separate reservoir.
Rear brakes: Single 282mm disc, Brembo single piston axial caliper, OCABS

Other

Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	2020	2022	2023	2025	2026
Capacity	1215 cc	1215 cc	1215 cc	1215 cc	1160 cc
Dry weight	246 kg	246 kg	246 kg	246 kg	246 kg
Seat height	835 mm	835 mm	835 mm	835 mm	895 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L