Adventure Motorcycles
2012Triumph Tiger 1050 SE
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The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE is a road-focused adventure tourer with a triple engine. Its liquid-cooled 1,050cc inline triple makes 111 hp and 97.6 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 833 mm seat, 227.7 kg wet weight and 20.1-litre tank suit long-distance riding.
- Capacity
- 1050.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 226.0 kg
- Seat height
- 833 mm
- Power
- 111.0 HP (81.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 1050.0 ccm
- Power
- 111.0 HP (81.6 kW)
- Torque
- 97.6 Nm (10.0 kgf-m) @ 6250 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4912 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
- 1509 mm
- Overall length
- 2108 mm
- Overall width
- 838 mm
- Overall height
- 1318 mm
- Seat height
- 833 mm
- Dry weight
- 226.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 227.7 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.10 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
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 255 mm
- Front tyre
- 165/70-10
- Rear tyre
- 225/40-10
Other
- Color options
- Matte Black/Matte Graphite
- Comments
- Sold in Germany
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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Triumph Tiger 1050 SE?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE has a Capacity of 1050.0 ccm (64.07 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Triumph Tiger 1050 SE have?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE has a Power of 111.0 HP (81.6 kW).
How many gears does the Triumph Tiger 1050 SE have?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Triumph Tiger 1050 SE?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE has a Torque of 97.6 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.0 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM.
How much does the Triumph Tiger 1050 SE weigh?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 SE has a Dry weight of 226.0 kg (498.2 pounds).
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