New Triumph Tiger XRx and XCx launched in India

Triumph Motorcycle has launched two new versions of the Tiger 800- XRx and XCx in India, which have been priced at Rs.11.6 lakh and 12.7 lakh respectively. These new models are now available at the dealerships across the country with lots of new updates and advanced features. These motorcycles will be imported via CKD route and the company will also introduce the Tiger XR later this year.

At the launch event, Vimal Sumbly, Managing Director, Triumph Motorcycles India said, “Triumph Motorcycles has had a dream run in India over the past one year. We are extremely inspired and humbled by the response and enthusiasm from the patrons in the country. Over the last one year, we have seen a growing interest in the adventure category. The Tiger range is among the most revered motorcycles across the world in its category. To address this emerging need in the Indian market, we have launched the Tiger XRx and Tiger XCx To give an excellent value proposition, the new Tiger's will be assembled locally through the CKD route in India. Both the Tiger's boast of rider focused technology, efficient triple engine and are available at attractive prices thereby ensuring that they stand apart. They have been developed to optimize the ride both on and off-road. Whatever be the road, whatever be the distance and whatever be the challenge, the new Tiger 800 range has been built to excel.”

All the new Tigers are powered by the same 800cc, 12-valve, DOHC, inline triple-cylinder engine, which is doing duty on the existing Tiger 800 XC model. However, it has been updated with improved heat management system and enhanced fuel combustion efficiency. The liquid-cooled motor makes power upto 93.7bhp at 9,250rpm and delivers torque upto 79Nm at 7,850rpm.

The new Tigers have been given a new look with a new radiator shroud and tank side panels. The Tiger's fuel tank styling also ducts hot air from the engine away from the rider's legs. The new 'Titanium' powder coat finish on the double-tube frame highlights the rugged looks of the frame whilst the semi-matt finish on the engine combined with the bike's black wheels and handlebars gives the new Tiger a sophisticated, premium look. The adjustable rider seat height and handlebar position the bike gets a large-for-the-class 19 litre fuel tank, a quick-adjust headlight angle lever for 2-up riding, an Auxiliary power socket near the ignition switch and an aluminium sump guard as standard on all models.

Comfort has been improved with all the versions of the new Tiger 800 getting changes in geometry designed to reduce weight on the wrists and to increase leg room. With both XRx and XCx models also having adjustable seats and handlebars, the rider has the most comfortable and adaptable riding position in the class. Weather protection has been improved whilst riding thanks to the combination of the new bodywork which keeps the iconic Triumph 'raised shoulder' profile and the new fly screen. On the XRx and XCx the screen is adjustable without tools with both models also receiving newly-designed hand guards to increase rider protection.

The new Triumph Tiger’s stiff tubular steel trellis frame allows outstanding handling on the road and increases its off road capabilities. The Tiger XRx model is fitted with Showa front suspension 43mm USD forks and the rear suspension is Showa mono-shock-170mm rear wheel travel with hydraulically adjustable preload. It comes with light-weight cast aluminium wheels, 17-inch diameter at the rear and 19-inch at the front.

The Tiger XCx model is fitted with WP front suspension 43mm USD forks with adjustable rebound and compression damping, while the gets WP mono-shock-215mm rear wheel travel with remote reservoir, adjustable preload and rebound damping. It comes with a dedicated dirt protector for the Rsu body and feature spoked wheels (17” rear and 21” front) for superior durability on rough terrain.

Rider Focused advanced technologies of the new Triumph Tiger XRx and XCx are:

Ride by Wire (RBW)- enables improved engine control, ensures rider safety, optimizes emission and lighter throttle action results in smoother power delivery

Switchable ABS (Antilock Brake System)- maximum confidence and control in any road conditions for rider safety. The ABS can be turned ON or OFF and allows rider to customize their preferences in three advanced Riding Modes.

Triumph Traction Control (TTC)- Riders can configure their traction control preferences in 3 Rider Mode settings. TTC prevents the unexpected spinning of the rear wheel, cutting the engine torque to avoid the loss of lateral grip ensuring maximum confidence and control both on and off road. 

Throttle Maps- With an added advantage of 4 different throttle maps, riders can select the optimum setting to meet both riding and weather conditions. The new engine delivers full power with all the maps, but the rider needs a different opening of the throttle to achieve the same response: 

• Rain map - reduces the throttle response and suit wet and slippery situations 

• Road map - represents the standard map, linear and smooth, suiting everyday conditions 

• Sport map - for sharper and quicker response with less throttle twist 

• Off-Road map - optimal throttle response for dirt tracks and unpaved terrains, i.e. off-road attitude 

Three Riding Modes - Enables rider to configure the bike as per the terrain at the press of a button. This automatically configures the ABS, Traction Control and Throttle Maps with the bike still in motion to best tackle the route ahead. There are three modes available: 

• Road setting - automatically sets the ABS, Traction Control and Throttle Map to 'ROAD' setting

• Off Road setting - automatically sets the ABS. Traction Control and Throttle Map to ‘OFF-ROAD’, reducing the ABS and traction control intervention allowing for a level of slip. 

• Programmable rider mode - this is fully configurable and allows the rider to select their chosen settings for ABS. Traction Control, and a choice of 4 x Throttle Maps independently. As an added safety measure, should the rider select a mode that requires ABS or Traction Control to be disabled, then the rider must come to a stop and push the mode button and these features will be deactivated. 

Cruise Control- for hassle free and enjoyable long rides, reducing rider fatigue and optimizing fuel consumption at the press of a button. 

Trip Computer- Both the models feature trip computers having informative and functional features for rider such as journey time, average speed, average fuel economy, range to empty and instantaneous fuel consumption.