Triumph tiger explorer


With a claimed curb weight of 570 pounds, the Explorer is no lightweight, and the inline-triple raises the center of gravity slightly compared to other bikes like the Ducati or BMW. Moreover, the Explorer is a large motorcycle, with a tall seat and a long reach to wide handlebars.

Where the other European machines use the latest electronic suspension technology, the Explorer makes due with conventional KYB componentry—a 46mm inverted fork with adjustable spring preload up front and a single shock adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping. ABS is standard, operating capable Nissin four-piston calipers at the front. Overall, the Explorer’s chassis is competent but hardly cutting edge, which allows Triumph to be competitively priced at $15,699. Triumph also offers an XC version that adds spoked wheels, nylon hand guards, a 3mm-thick aluminum bash plate, halogen driving lights, and tubular steel engine case guards, for $17,199.

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