Adventure Motorcycles
2027Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer
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The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer is the off-road capable long-range Tiger, with a 30-litre tank and long-travel Showa suspension. The updated 1160cc triple makes 158 hp and 130 Nm, and it weighs 268 kg wet, with front and rear radar rider aids.
- Capacity
- 1160.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 268.0 kg
- Seat height
- 877 mm
- Power
- 158.0 HP (116.2 kW) @ 9250 RPM
What’s new for the 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer
vs the 2026| Spec | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 147.5 HP (110.0 kW) @ 9000 RPM | 158.0 HP (116.2 kW) @ 9250 RPM |
| Torque | 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM | 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM |
| Dry weight | 262.0 kg (577.6 pounds) | not listed |
| Wet weight | — | 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a premium long-distance adventure tourer that can genuinely tackle rally-style off-road routes as well as high-speed highway miles.
- Built for
- It has the character of a refined, powerful triple-cylinder globetrotter that blends smooth high-rev power delivery with serious off-road hardware like long-travel semi-active suspension and spoked wheels.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for shorter or less experienced riders seeking a light, nimble city or beginner-friendly 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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Official figures come from a gentle lab test - most riders use 10-30% more fuel than this, so expect less range in real riding, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →91
out of 100Excellent
The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 92.2% of the time, 9.2 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 91% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
92.2%Passed first time
2.2%Failed outright
5.6%Fixed during test
7,000Typical miles
179Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Against its rivals · ranks 6 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure | 99 Excellent | 3,771 |
| 2 | Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer | 99 Excellent | 194 |
| 3 | Ducati Multistrada V4S | 98 Excellent | 1,431 |
| 4 | Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition | 95 Excellent | 395 |
| 5 | Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak | 95 Excellent | 185 |
| 6 | Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer | 91 Excellent | 179 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1160.0 ccm
- Power
- 158.0 HP (116.2 kW) @ 9250 RPM
- Torque
- 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m) @ 6750 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5896 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 89.9 x 60.5 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
- Hydraulic, wet, multi-plate, slip and assist
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe.
- Front suspension
- Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks
- Rear suspension
- Showa semi-active damping monoshock, with automatic electronic preload adjustment.
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.7°
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Brembo M4.30 Stylema monoblock radial calipers, OC-ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Brembo single piston caliper, OC-ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Front Wheel
- 19.0 in
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R18
- Rear Wheel
- 17.0 in
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 4.00 litres
Other
- Color options
- Jet Black, Matte Khaki Green, Matt Sandstorm
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1160 cc | 1160 cc | 1160 cc | 1160 cc | 1160 cc |
| Dry weight | 261 kg | 261 kg | 262 kg | 262 kg | — |
| Seat height | 875 mm | 875 mm | 877 mm | 877 mm | 877 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 30 L | 30 L | 30 L | 30 L | 30 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too new | Too new | Too new | Too new | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a Capacity of 1160.0 ccm (70.79 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer have?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a Power of 158.0 HP (116.2 kW) @ 9250 RPM.
How many gears does the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer have?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a Torque of 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM.
How much does the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer weigh?
The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a Wet weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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