Triumph Tiger Explorer Preview
by Andrew Dalton on May.10, 2012, under Andrew Dalton, Kit Reviews
Andrew has a Triumph Explorer to test over the next few days. Here is a photo preview of the test bike he has and I am sure Andrew will have the results of his initial tests of the bike to put up here.
If you are a Triumph Explorer owner tell us your thoughts on the bike in the comments section below.
Triumph Explorer Specifications
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC , in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity
1215cc
Bore/Stroke
85 x 71.4mm
Fuel System
Ride by wire, fuel injection
Exhaust
Stainless steel 3 into 1, side mounted stainless steel silencer
Final Drive
Shaft
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox
6-speed
Oil Capacity
4.0 litres (1.1 US gals)
CHASSIS, RUNNING GEAR AND DISPLAYS
Frame
Tubular steel trellis frame
Swingarm
Single-sided, cast aluminium alloy with shaft drive
Wheels
Front Cast aluminium alloy 10-spoke 19 x 2.5in
Rear Cast aluminium alloy 10-spoke 17 x 4.0in
Tyres
Front 110/80 R19
Rear 150/70 R17
Suspension
Front
Kayaba 46mm upside down forks, adjustable preload, 190mm travel
Rear
Kayaba monoshock with remote oil reservoir, hydraulically adjustable preload, rebound damping adjustment, 194mm rear wheel travel
Brakes
Front Twin 305mm floating discs, Nissin 4-piston calipers, switchable ABS
Rear Single 282mm disc, Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, switchable ABS
Front Brake Master Cylinder
Nissin master cylinder, 16mm diameter
Instrument Display/Functions
LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, analogue tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, range to empty indication, service indicator, clock, ambient air temperature indication, frost warning, hazard warning lights, trip computer, scroll button on handlebars, Tyre pressure monitoring system indication (where fitted)
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
Length
2248mm (88.4in)
Width
885mm (34.8in)
Height without mirrors
1410mm (55.5in)
Seat Height
840mm (33.1in) – 860mm (33.9in)
Wheelbase
1530mm (60.2in)
Rake/Trail
23.9ยบ / 105.5mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 litres (5.3 US gals)
Wet Weight (ready to ride)
259kg (570lbs)
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Power
137PS / 135bhp / 101kW @ 9000rpm
Maximum Torque
121Nm / 89ft.lbs @ 6400rpm
About Andrew Dalton
Andrew Dalton is a highly experienced trial lawyer who delights in taking on difficult and demanding motorcycle cases. He has a tough and relentless litigation style and is utterly focussed on getting the best possible outcomes for his clients.
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May 14th, 2012 on 8:21 pm
I love it, full review coming up but I have just ordered one!
May 17th, 2012 on 11:29 am
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