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Adventure Motorcycles

2011Triumph Tiger 800XC

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The 2011 Triumph Tiger 800XC is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking balanced on-road and light off-road capability. Powered by a 799cc triple-cylinder engine producing 94 horsepower, it delivers smooth, responsive performance across varied terrain. Known for its agile handling, comfortable ergonomics, and affordable adventure-touring proposition, the Tiger 800XC appeals to exploratory riders of mixed experience levels.

Capacity: 799.0 ccm
Engine: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 214.6 kg
Seat height: 843 mm
Power: 94.0 HP (69.1 kW) @ 9300 RPM

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (3)

Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail78%

Cornering62%

City riding60%

Daily riding75%

Touring85%

Two-up72%

Track35%

Best for: Built as a versatile adventure-touring machine that handles long highway stretches, everyday commuting, and light-to-moderate off-road trails with equal competence.
Built for: A friendly, torquey triple-cylinder engine gives smooth, characterful power delivery that rewards relaxed riding more than aggressive throttle use.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders chasing sportbike-level speed or razor-sharp cornering precision, as the long-travel suspension and off-road-biased 21-inch front wheel favor stability over sharpness.

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 843mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800XC, 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 799.0 ccm
Power: 94.0 HP (69.1 kW) @ 9300 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: BTDXC.800MGR-007
EPA CO Emissions: 3.1 CO g/km
Torque: 78.7 Nm (8.0 kgf-m) @ 7850 RPM
Engine type: In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4380 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 61.9 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital-inductive type via engine management system
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1567 mm
Overall length: 2212 mm
Overall width: 864 mm
Overall height: 1349 mm
Seat height: 843 mm
Wet weight: 214.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel trellis frame
Front suspension: Showa 45mm upside down forks. 220mm travel
Rear suspension: Showa monoshock with remote oil reservoir. hydraulically adjustable preload. rebound damping adjustment. 215mm rear wheel travel
Rake (fork angle): 23.1°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 308 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 255 mm
Front tyre: 90/90-ZR21
Rear tyre: 150/70-ZR17

Other

Color options: Phantom Black. Crystal White. Intense Orange
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	2011	2012	2014	2015	2016
Capacity	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc
Dry weight	—	—	190 kg	190 kg	193 kg
Seat height	843 mm	843 mm	845 mm	845 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	18.9 L	18.9 L	19 L	19 L	19 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 3 recalls may apply

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STANDAug 2011 · 11V436000

TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE OPTIONAL ACCESSORY CENTER STAND ASSEMBLY CONTAINS A DEFECTIVE RETURN SPRING THAT MAY BREAK.

Risk: IF THE RETURN SPRING BREAKS, THE CENTER STAND MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DROP AND DRAG ALONG THE ROAD SURFACE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RETURN SPRING AND REPAIR THE MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 26, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-854-2010.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGAug 2011 · 11V434000

TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011, FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE.

Risk: THE RIDER MAY NOTICE LOWER RPMS AND WHEN DECELERATING THE ENGINE COULD STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD NEW ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE INTO THE MOTORCYCLES ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.

EQUIPMENTAug 2011 · 11V393000

TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 SPRINT GT, TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE IS MISSING A CLIP ON THE LOCKING MECHANISM AND THUS IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TOP BOX MAY DETACH FROM THE MACHINE.

Risk: IF THE TOP BOX FALLS FROM THE MOTORCYCLE, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FITMENT CLIP PART TO THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE SPINDLE TO ALIGN THE RACK AND PINION MECHANISM TO PREVENT DISENGAGEMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.

These recalls cover some 2011 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 →