Triumph Tiger 800 XR, XC review, test ride

Triumph has reworked the Tiger 800 for 2015. It now gets an extensively revised engine and new electronics to make it a more able on- and off-road bike.

Published on Dec 08, 2014 03:00:00 PM

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Triumph Tiger 800 XR, XC review, test ride

Any tips?

Yes, the 3D comfort seat offered as standard on the XRx is exceptionally good, and it kept my day in the saddle completely free of aches. However, it is an option on the XCx. Opt for it. Also, Triumph offers an optional low seat, that drops the seat height by 20mm over the lowest seat setting. And that should make a world of a difference for shorter riders.

Book it?

Yes, if you have been yearning for an adventure bike, you should. The Tiger feels like a sophisticated and up-to-date adventure bike now. The suite of electronics and a stronger motor will make it an easier motorcycle for all the riders to enjoy. We don’t expect the XC to be a GS trumping machine in the dirt , but it could, we just don’t know yet. Nonetheless, there’s no doubt that the Tiger has become a more complete and better thought out motorcycle to go hunting for an adventure on.