Triumph Tiger 900: history, specs, pictures
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| Triumph Tiger 900 | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1994 - 2000 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse three cylinder, 4 valve |
| Bore / Stroke | 76.2mm x 76.2mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 mph (196 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 104.06 HP (77.6 KW) @ 8000RPM |
| Torque | 67.86 ft/lbs (92.0 Nm) @ 6000RPM |
| Fuel System | 3x 36mm flat side CV, carburetor |
| Air Filter | K&N TB-9097 `99-00[1] |
| Spark Plug | NGK DPR8EA-9 |
| Battery | YUASA YB14LA-2 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
| Final Drive | Chain: 530x114 |
| Front Sprocket | 18T |
| Rear Sprocket | 48T |
| Suspension | Front: 43mm forks adjustable for compression and rebound damping Rear: monoshock adjustable preload |
| Brakes | Front: 2x 276mm discs, 2 piston calipers Rear: single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 110/80-19 |
| Rear Tire | 140/80-17 |
| Wheelbase | 61.42 inches (1560 mm) |
| Seat Height | 33.5 inches (851 mm) |
| Weight | 485.02 pounds (220.0 Kg) (dry), 209.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-192[1] |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.6 Gallon (25.00 Liters) |
| Fuel Consumption | 0.56 liters/100 km (178.6 km/l or 420.04 mpg) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Triumph Tiger 900 was a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse three cylinder, 4 valve Road motorcycle produced by Triumph between 1994 and 2000. It could reach a top speed of 122 mph (196 km/h). Max torque was 67.86 ft/lbs (92.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 104.06 HP (77.6 KW) @ 8000 RPM.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The Triumph Tiger 900 was a in-line three, four-stroke enduro / offroad touring motorcycle produced between 1993 and 1999. It could reach a top speed of 132 mph (196 km/h). Max torque was 60.48 ft/lbs (82.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 81.27 HP (60.6 KW) @ 8000 RPM. It produced nearly the same rear wheel power as a BMW R1150GS.[2] The Triumph Tiger was handy in the bends, rode easily and the wide seat, 24-liter tank and wind-deflecting screen put long-distance commuting and touring well within its capabilities.
Since the British firm's rebirth, a slow climb from its financial woes had been made possible by using as many shared parts as possible across the range. The Triumph Tiger 900 represented a brave departure from this strategy, and they pretty much nailed it.
Released to compete with the BMW GS, Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha Super Tenere, and the Cagiva Elefant 900 in the rapidly developing adventure bike market, the Triumph had its work cut out but it more than held its own.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse three cylinder, 4 valve. A 76.2mm bore x 76.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 885.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-speed, manual transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 110/80-19 front tire and a 140/80-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 276mm discs, 2 piston calipers in the front and a single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 43mm forks adjustable for compression and rebound damping while the rear was equipped with a monoshock adjustable preload. The Tiger 900 was fitted with a 6.6 Gallon (25.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 485.02 pounds (220.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 61.42 inches (1560 mm) long.
1994 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The 1994 MY Triumph Tiger 900 is what one might call the "black sheep" among the first Triumph models, since it was reborn in 1991. It does not share almost any of the technical specifications with the other models, being mostly designed by the British engineers from scratch.
It's a touring motorcycle by default, but its light weight and narrow body mean it can also be taken for light off-road trails if fitted with proper tires. It has a smooth power delivery at low to mid rpms, yet still makes your heart race when you reach the peak of its rev-range.
The machine is a fun and durable two-wheeler, suited for those riders who like long hours behind the bars and the occasional adrenaline rush, when the road allows it.
1995 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The most versatile and diverse model the Hinckley firm has launched, the 1995 MY Triumph Tiger 900 can be considered a road bike, a tourer and even a light enduro, with the condition that one fits it with the proper tires. Sporting a liquid-cooled, four stroke, 885cc, transverse three cylinder engine, capable of producing 85 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque, it is more than capable of getting the task done in a wide variety of scenarios, and in classic British style also.
In the aesthetics department, the Brits seemed to keep it simple, tasteful, with nothing flashy. Well-defined lines in the bodywork, combined with black-out engine accents with color-matching covers, give the Tiger a typical British look that Triumph fans expect from every model.
1996 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The 1996 MY Triumph Tiger 900 sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 885cc, transverse three cylinder engine capable of producing 85 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It's a fairly powerful lump, and won't disappoint on almost any type of road.
The machine handles moderately in bends, mostly because it has the same frame and chassis as the other models from Triumph, but the upright position of the rider plus the more than spacious seat helps it in the comfort category. The styling and bodywork are what truly sets it apart, and especially addresses riders who want a more "British-elegant" motorcycle, as opposed to its Japanese competitors.
1997 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
After Triumph rose from its ashes in 1991, it employed the so-called "modular design", which meant that almost all of its models shared the same engine and chassis, in the same displacement category. Well, almost every model, because the Tiger 900 is the one that has the least of this design incorporated within it. Yes, it may have the same 885 powerfactory as the Trident, the Daytona or the Sprint, but it has been completely redesigned, especially for the Tiger, for balanced power delivery throughout the rev-range, hence the Tiger's appreciated versatility. It can be used as an every-day commuter, a weekend tourer through winding, countryside roads, or even a light woodland track, as long as it is fitted with proper tires.
1998 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The 1998 MY Triumph Tiger 900 is an all-road motorcycle that has the "British spirit" incorporated in its design, technology and mechanics. Sturdy, reliable and easy to maintain in every aspect of its build, one can ride the Tiger in city traffic, on countryside roads and, if it is fitted with adequate tires, even on a light woodlands dirt track.
The Tiger 900 comes standard with a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 885cc, transverse three cylinder powerplant which can produce 85 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. Moreover, a comfortable riding position and sturdy suspensions make it one of the most sought after models the Hinckley firm has to offer.
1999 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The 1999 MY Triumph Tiger features a number upgrades in the aesthetics department that give it a more aggressive, edgy look. New colors, lime green, dark blue and yellow complement the newly-added stripe vynil in the fuel tank. In addition to the visual upgrades comes a new engine mapping that produces more power and more torque.
In all the other departments, the Tiger has remained the same sturdy, dependable and versatile machine, which riders around the world have come to appreciate in the few years since the model was launched.
2000 Triumph Tiger 900[edit | edit source]
The 2000 MY Triumph Tiger 900 is an all-road machine that quickly became one of the Hinckley firm's top sellers across the globe. A good powerplant, capable of smooth power delivery throughout the rev range, rigid yet comfortable chassis and a good suspension connected to wire-spoked wheels is the recipe for success the Brits embodied in the Tiger 900.
The two-wheeler can be rode on an every-day commute to and from work, a two-up weekend stroll across winding roads and even a woodland dirt track, as long as the adequate tires are mounted of course. In any case, the Tiger can do all this and more while still distinguishing itself in a crowd thanks to the attention to details the British engineers have showed in the aesthetics department.
In Media[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
- ↑ TRIUMPH TIGER 900 (1993-1998) Review.
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