Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 — Specifications

Imagine a rugged adventurer who has traded in his earth-covered boots for moccasins. That’s the dilemma of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Triumph offers here its most adventurous trail bike, a concentration of technology for those who dream of crossing deserts but often end up on a departmental road. At nearly €16,000, it poses a simple question: should you invest in a military arsenal for a war you may never declare?

Its heart, this 888 cm³ triple, is a success. With 95 horsepower and 87 Nm of torque, it doesn't have the brutality of a KTM 890 Adventure R, but it offers progressiveness and a sound that makes each acceleration a pleasure. This A2-compatible engine is versatile. On the asphalt, it pulls relentlessly to its announced maximum speed of 196 km/h. On the road, its fine electronic management allows precise power metering. Compared to its predecessor, the Tiger 800 XCA, it gains character and loses 7 kg on the scale, for a dry weight of 201 kg. A real improvement.

The main topic is its equipment. The Rally Pro is a technological showcase. Showa front and rear with generous travel (230 and 225 mm), Brembo Stylema brakes, ABS optimized for cornering, cruise control, heated seats, quickshifter, tire pressure monitoring… and the list goes on. The highlight is the Off-Road Pro mode, which deactivates ABS and traction control for total control. This is the major argument against the competition, like the Yamaha Ténéré 700 which, more rudimentary, requires more commitment from the rider. But all this equipment comes at a price, and a weight. These five extra kilos compared to a standard Rally are the tribute paid to luxury.

"My Triumph" connectivity via the 7-inch TFT screen is well integrated. Managing music, calls, or basic navigation from the handlebars works, but it remains a gadget for most. The essential thing, for a true adventurer, would be integrated luggage. It's not there, and that's a paradox for a motorcycle so well prepared. Its 20-liter tank and reasonable consumption of around 5.2 L/100 km give it serious range, but without cases, long journeys are compromised.

Who is it for? For the tech-savvy globetrotter who wants the safety of maximum equipment, even if he only uses 30% of its capabilities. For those who find the Ténéré 700 too austere and the KTM 890 Adventure R too exclusive. Its 850 mm seat (adjustable to 870 mm) is not for beginners, but its refined behavior in Road mode can appeal to a wide audience. Forums are full of positive reviews about its versatility, but also questions about its price. An opportunity, on a 2020, 2021 or 2022 model, can be a judicious compromise to access this platform without breaking the bank.

In conclusion, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro is a superbly equipped machine, a reference in the premium super motard segment. It seduces with its charismatic engine and technological comfort. But it suffers from its own success: its price and weight make it less agile and less radical than a pure specialist like the KTM. It is the best motorcycle to prepare an extreme journey that you would take… mostly on the highway. A modern paradox, but a very pleasant paradox to experience.