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with the radiators now a split design
that narrows the front of the bike
significantly.
Getting that power to the ground
is the job of a redesigned shaft-drive
and swingarm setup, an area of
significant weight saving for the mo-
torcycle. Triumph is claiming a near
50 pounds less weight for the Tiger
range, and up to 37 pounds less than
the nearest shaft drive competition.
Showa semi-active suspension
is ubiquitous across the range, and
there's a new electronics suite that
includes the usual IMU, traction
control, Cornering ABS and wheelie
control, but also a rear radar system
that houses blind-spot detection soft-
ware, but not adaptive cruise control.
One very cool factor is the Tiger
1200 has the option of going from
the standard 5.2-gallon gas tank to
a massive 7.9 gallons, so that can
mean enormous riding between
stops.
The three GT models will roll on
a 19-inch front wheel, while the two
Rally models will get a 21-inch front
wheel. All bikes will use an 18-inch
rear wheel.
Triumph says the lineup will start
at $19,100, going progressively up
depending on the model and spec
you choose. Expect these to arrive in
dealers by the spring of 2022.
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