Two years ago, Triumph introduced a totally revised Tiger 1200, featuring an all-new engine, chassis, electronics package, and more. For 2024, it updated its big-bore adventure-tourer by increasing the engine’s rotational inertia, adding Active Preload Reduction on the rear shock, and refining the ergonomics. The Tiger 1200 uses a 1,160cc T-plane triple engine that delivers a claimed 147 hp at 9,000 rpm and 95 lb.-ft. of torque at 7,000 rpm. As always, the big Tiger has a shaft final drive for long-distance ease of use.
The Tiger uses top-notch equipment, like Brembo M4.30 Stylema calipers, Showa semi-active suspension, and a full suite of IMU-managed rider aids—par for the course in this highly competitive category. While the Tiger doesn’t have adaptive cruise control like some of its competitors (Triumph says it’s not a technology its customers currently prioritize), the Explorer models do have blind spot detection. Across the globe, there are four different trims, making it easy for customers to select the level of street- or off-road-bias that best fits their intended use. For 2024, only the Explorer models are available in the US however (Pro models will return in 2025). The Explorer models feature large 7.9-gallon fuel tanks, blind spot detection, heated seats, and tire pressure monitors.
The 2024 Tiger 1200 GT starts at $23,795, while the Rally Explorer starts at $24,895. The GT model, the more street-oriented variant, has a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear cast wheels. The Rally has spoked 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels and 20mm-longer-travel suspension, tank protection bars, and an additional Off-Road Pro ride mode.
