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The British motorcycle brand's popular Tiger 1050 has been given a sporty new look for 2012 with an improved specification, new colors, and graphics, giving it a powerful and versatile look as a rocket on two wheels. For the 2012 model, the Tiger 1050 comes with plenty of new features, including high-specification black anodized tapered aluminum handlebars that are over half an inch lower than the previous steel items for a more sporting riding position. The bike also has a tall - 32.8" - riding position that gives the rider a commanding view over the traffic, with the well-appointed saddle facilitating comfortable day-long riding.

Speaking of the bike's remarkably meaty engine, the Tiger 1050 is powered by a 1,050cc triple engine that delivers a staggering 113 brake horsepower and 72 lb/ft of torque at just 6,250 rpm. These numbers are made all the more impressive considering that the Tiger doesn't pass the look of a mighty cruiser.

Dressed in Triumph's famous Metallic Phantom Black paint finish, the Tiger 1050 comes with new graphics on the fairing with a number of items “dechromed” for a more contemporary look. Wheels, sprocket carrier, and brake calipers are among the many components that have also been dressed in a black finish and further complemented by graphite footrest hangers and control plates. Exhaust canisters and heel guards now take on a brushed, rather than polished, steel finish.

Find out more about the Triumph Tiger 1050 after the jump.

2012 Triumph Tiger 1050

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
  • Horsepower: 113 @ 9400
  • Torque: 72 @ 6250
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Engine and Transmission

Type

Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity

1050cc

Bore/Stroke

79 x 71.4mm

Fuel System

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI (except NZ,

ZA, AU)

Exhaust

Stainless steel 3 into 1, high level polished stainless steel silencer

Final Drive

X ring chain

Clutch

Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox

6-speed

Oil Capacity

3.5 liters (0.9 US gals)


Chassis Running Gears and Displays

Frame

Aluminum beam twin-spar

Swingarm

Braced, twin-sided, cast aluminum alloy

Wheels

Front

Cast aluminum alloy multi-spoke 17 x 3.5in

Rear

Cast aluminum alloy multi-spoke 17 x 5.5in

Tires

Front

120/70 ZR17

Rear

180/55 ZR17

Suspension

Front

Showa 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound

and compression damping, 150mm travel

Rear

Showa Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping,

150mm rear wheel travel

Brakes

Front

Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin four-piston radial calipers

(ABS only)

Rear

Single 255mm disc, two-piston Nissin calipers (ABS only)

Front Brake Master

Nissin master cylinder, 16mm diameter

Instrument Display/

Functions

LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer,

trip computer, analogue tachometer and clock


Dimensions and Capacities

Length

2110mm (83.0in)

Width

840mm (33.0in)

Height without mirrors

1320mm (51.9in)

Seat Height

835mm (32.8in)

Wheelbase

1510mm (59.4in)

Rake/Trail

23.2°/87.7mm

Fuel Tank Capacity

20 liters (5.3 US gals)

Wet Weight (ready to ride)

245kg (539lbs)


Performance and Fuel Efficiency

Maximum Power

115PS / 113bhp / 85kW @ 9400rpm

Maximum Torque

98Nm / 72ft.lbs @ 6250rpm

City

35 MPG

Highway

51 MPG


Quotes

Asphalt and Rubber----“Triumph’s last tweeks to the 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 is a new cosmetic package, which sees new graphics on the bike’s side panels, new turn signals, and the elimination of some chrome bits. Other bare-metal pieces have been blacked out, including the new aluminum handlebar. The 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 will come in Phantom Black, while the ABS models will come in Diablo Red, Crystal White, and two-tone matte black color scheme. Pricing should remain unchanged.”