Australian Road Rider — Bike Guide 2017

88 Australian Road Rider Bike Guide

Adventure Touring

The new Tiger XC range offers those seeking serious off-road intent the perfect all-purpose

bikes that are able to go the distance no matter the terrain. Sometimes the road isn’t enough.

Sometimes the ride leads you to places beyond the reach of most vehicles. But cross-country or

cross-continent, you don’t need tarmac when you ride a Tiger 800 XC.

Equipped with traction control, switchable ABS, three rider modes and a second-

generation 95PS 800cc triple engine with a seamless fl ow of torque, the Tiger 800

XCA goes further still. Standard equipment includes heated rider and passenger seats,

heated grips, LED fog lamps, and an uprated 650W alternator complete with three

auxiliary sockets that can power everything you need from heated clothing to GPS

systems. It also features aluminium pannier rails, making it ready to tour with the

optional Expedition luggage set.

The spirit of adventure isn’t just alive. It’s built into every single component of the new

XCX. Fully equipped for long adventures with technology that adds improved handling and

opens up whole new horizons, this is the Tiger taken to a different level. Selecting between

three different riding modes, ROAD, OFF-ROAD and programmable RIDER MODE, you can

confi gure your preferred throttle map, ABS and Triumph Traction Control for a completely

tailored and thrilling adventure ride. The off-road soul of the bike is emphasised by the

adventure pack, including hand guards, aluminium sump guard, centre stand, additional

power socket and engine protection bars.

The new ‘cT’ model is a variant of the regular models which is aimed more at urban

requirements. Like the ‘T’ model it comes with minimal accessories but in a small range of

colours. It is slightly lowered and has a wider track plus lowered gearing.

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 XC $15,590

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 XCA $19,950

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 XCX $17,690

URAL CT $21,780

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line

three-cylinder

Displacement: 800cc

Power/Torque: 70kW @9250rpm/79Nm

@ 7850rpm

Transmission: Six-speed wet multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 150/70R17

Seat height: 840–860mm

Kerb weight: 196kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 19L

Warranty/Service interval: Two years

unlimited km/16,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: GO ANYWHERE

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 12-valve, DOHC, in-line

three-cylinder

Displacement: 800cc

Power/Torque: 70kW @9250rpm/79Nm

@ 7850rpm

Transmission: Six-speed wet multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 150/70R17

Seat height: 840–860mm

Kerb weight: 193kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 19L

Warranty/Service interval: Two years

unlimited km/16,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: OFFROAD CAPABLE

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line

three-cylinder

Displacement: 800cc

Power/Torque: 70kW @9250rpm/79Nm

@ 7850rpm

Transmission: Six-speed wet multi-plate clutch,

chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 150/70R17

Seat height: 840–860mm

Kerb weight: 203kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 19L

Warranty/Service interval: Two years

unlimited km/16,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: THE ADVENTURER

Engine: Air-cooled, four stroke, OHV,

twin-cylinder

Displacement: 749cc

Power/Torque: 41hp @ 5500rpm/56.9Nm @

4300rpm

Transmission: four forward and one reverse,

shaft fi nal drive

Tyres: 4.00R18 all wheels

Seat height: 785mm

Kerb weight: 332kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 19L

Warranty/Service interval: Two years,

unlimited km/5000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: URBAN TRAVELLER

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