Triumph Goes X Crazy With New Tiger Explorers

Perhaps taking to heart the idea that there's no such thing as too much of a good thing, British manufacturer Triumph has unleashed no less than SIX different versions of its updated adventure touring Tiger Explorer.

This new range of Tiger Explorers follows a trend started last year with the Tiger 800, for which there are presently eight different variations.

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Picking Out the Differences

In the case of the new Explorer, the theme will be one of a 1215-cc inline triple, powering a shaft-driven adventure machine designed to go toe-to-toe with the likes of the BMW R1200GS. No power figures have been given, but the old Explorer (which is aesthetically difficult to differentiate from the new) delivers roughly 135 hp. Expect more from the new.

Beyond the engine and frame, exactly what else you get seems to depend on the combination of Roman numerals you choose to go on the back of the Explorer's name: XC, XCx, XCa, XR, XRx, or XRt. (Yes, I know that some of those letters aren't actually Roman numerals.)

Triumph so far hasn't offered much clarification on the difference between models, but for the fact they can essentially be divided into two groups: XC models are suggested to be more off-road ready, whereas XR models are better suited to staying on pavement.

It's probably safe to assume the top-end (read: "most expensive") XR and XC variants will be packed with the greatest amount of techno whizbangery. And Triumph are offering a lot of it. Indeed, it is here where the differences between the old and new Explorer models are most obvious.

Semi-active suspension, cornering ABS and cornering traction control are some of the biggest updates. It appears it will be possible (at least on some models) to switch ABS off.

Up to five different rider modes will be available, one of which can be programmed by the rider. An assisted hill start feature will help keep the roughly 530-pound Explorer (that's how much the old one weighs, at least) from becoming unmanageable when loaded with passenger and luggage.

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