2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer Goes on Sale at $24,995

The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer has gone on sale as the long-distance model in the Tiger 1200 family. The motorcycle pairs the GT version's 19-inch and 17-inch cast aluminum wheels with a 7.9-gallon (about 30 liters) fuel tank. Triumph estimates fuel economy at 40 mpg, which gives a full tank a range of around 320 miles. That is roughly 100 miles more than the GT Pro.

Price and equipment differences

The Tiger 1200 GT Explorer has a list price of $24,995. That is $2,000 more than the GT Pro and $1,000 less than the Rally Explorer. The motorcycle weighs 573 pounds, 22 pounds more than the GT Pro, mostly because of the extra fuel.

The Explorer package adds a tire pressure monitoring system, lower engine guards, and a handlebar that sits 0.4 inches higher and 0.4 inches wider than on Pro models. Heated rider and passenger seats and three-level heated grips are standard on the 2027 range.

All 2027 Tiger 1200 models use Bosch front and rear radar. On the GT Explorer, the system provides adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, emergency brake assist, group ride assist, blind spot warning, and rear distance warning. A 7-inch Bosch touchscreen supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The storage compartment has a waterproof, fan-cooled phone holder that charges via USB-C.

Engine and suspension

The 1160 cc T-plane crankshaft three-cylinder engine produces 156 hp at 9,250 rpm and 96 lb-ft (about 130 Nm) of torque at 6,750 rpm. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox with a quickshifter and a shaft drive. Seven riding modes are standard.

The Showa Heightflex semi-active suspension offers 7.9 inches of travel. It automatically adjusts spring preload for the rider and luggage, and offers firm, medium and soft damping settings. When the motorcycle is stationary, the system lowers the seat by 1.2 inches. Center Stand Assist increases rear preload to make it easier to roll a loaded bike onto its center stand.

At the front are 320 mm twin discs with radially mounted Brembo Stylema four-piston calipers. At the rear is a 282 mm disc with a single-piston Brembo caliper. The ABS is cornering-aware. Color options are Aluminum Silver/Pacific Blue and Granite.