Triumph Motorcycles India has launched the new Tiger 800 lineup in India. The adventure tourer has been introduced with comprehensive upgrades at a base price of INR 11.76 Lakh for the XR variant.
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2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XR, XRx & XCx Price in India:
Tiger 800 XR: INR 11,76,000/-
Tiger 800 XRx: INR 13,13,000/-
Tiger 800 XCx: INR 13,76,000/-
All prices are ex-showroom India
At the moment, the company has launched the XR, XRx and XCx variants. The top of the line XCa variant will be introduced in future. The bikes will arrive as CKD units and assembled at Triumph India’s plant in Manesar.
The 2018 Tiger 800 line-up, from outside might look similar to the previous generation but underneath it gets more than 200 upgrades to the chassis and engine. The motorcycle features new badges and graphics along with new colours.
The new Tiger 800 also comes with a 5-inch full-colour TFT instrument cluster, new signature all-LED lightning, new backlit and ergonomically designed handlebar switches and five-way joystick. The bike also comes with five-way adjustable windscreen and aero diffusers.
2018 Triumph 800 XRx & XCx Images:
The 2018 Triumph Tiger 800 is powered by the same engine as on the outgoing model. This 800cc in-line three-cylinder motor produces 94 PS at 9500 rpm and 78.8 Nm of torque at 8050 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox which gets a shorter first gear ratio delivering improved offroad traction and all-road acceleration.
The adventure motorcycle also gets up to six riding modes including the new Off Road Pro mode. It also features enhanced cruise control, Ride-by-wire throttle and heated grips among other features. The exhaust system is lighter and made freer flowing which also produces a better sound.
The Triumph Tiger 800 XCx gets adjustable WP suspension at both ends, while the XRx and XR variants are equipped with Showa suspension. The XRx, XCx also get Brembo front brakes while the base XR model is fitted with Nissin callipers.
2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XR Colours:
2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XRx Colours:
2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XCx Colours:
2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XR, XRx & XCx Features:
| Features | Tiger 800 XCx | Tiger 800 XRx | Tiger 800 XR |
| 5” TFT adjustable instruments | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Handlebar switch cubes and 5-way joystick control | ✔ | ✔ | |
| LED daytime running headlight | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Off-Road Pro Riding Mode | ✔ | ||
| Brembo Front Brakes | ✔ | ✔ | |
| LED daytime running lights | ✔ | ✔ | |
| LED indicators | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Standard Indicators | ✔ | ||
| 5-way adjustable windscreen | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Cast Wheels | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Lighter Weight Silencer | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Four riding mode | ✔ | ||
| Five riding mode | ✔ | ||
| Distinctive 800cc three cylinder engine with ride-by-wire electronic throttle control | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Standard rider and pillion seats | ✔ | ||
| Switchable ABS and traction control | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tailored ergonomics – adjustable seat height and handlebar | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| On-board computer | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Immobiliser | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Premium WP adjustable front and rear suspension | ✔ | ||
| Cruise control | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Heated Grips | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Hand Guards | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Comfort rider and pillion seats | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Aluminium sump guard | ✔ | ||
| Engine protection bars | ✔ | ||
| Radiator Guard (Plastic) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Power sockets (1 x 12V, 1 x USB) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sump Guard (Plastic) | ✔ | ||
| LCD Instrument display | ✔ |
“To deliver the best of Triumph, we have been working on our engineering and technology to upgrade the capability of the Tiger 800 line-up for versatility on and off-road. These developments compliment the Tiger’s agility, it’s easy riding style, as well as its existing distinctive Tiger poise – the new 800 line-up is built for maximum adventure, maximum dominance,” commented Mr. Vimal Sumbly, Managing Director, Triumph Motorcycles India Pvt. Ltd.
“Triumph as a brand is recognised not just for its iconic ancestry but also for the uncompromised premium riding experience that it offers. This combination gives the brand a sure-fire edge in its category and the Tiger range is here to do the same,” further added Mr. Sumbly.
