Now available at Lings Triumph, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition is an adventure machine built for riders who want to go rugged — from desert tracks to high-speed highways. Combining the core performance of the Tiger 1200 with unique styling and premium extras, it delivers serious capability wrapped in purposeful flair.
Engine & Drive
Powering the Desert Edition is the advanced liquid-cooled inline three-cylinder engine derived from the Tiger 1200 range. Producing around 141 PS (approx. 139bhp) at 9,350 rpm and 122 Nm of torque at 7,600 rpm in its earlier spec.
The drive train remains a slick 6-speed gearbox with shaft final drive, offering low-maintenance touring credentials and dependable long haul performance.
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Built to take on challenging terrain, the Desert Edition features a tubular steel frame and high specification WP semi-active suspension: the front WP 48 mm upside-down forks deliver around 190 mm of travel, while the rear WP monoshock gives approximately 193 mm of wheel travel with automatic preload adjustment.
Braking is handled by twin front discs and Brembo (or Nissin) calipers — for instance the spec lists twin 305mm discs up front and a 282mm disc at the rear.
Seat height is adjustable (approx. 835-855 mm) to suit terrain and rider preference.
Riding Modes & Technology
The Desert Edition comes loaded with rider aids and electronics: multiple riding modes including Off-Road and Off-Road Pro, corner-optimised ABS and traction control, full LED lighting, keyless ignition, and a full-colour TFT display with connectivity options.
These features mean it’s as ready for remote tracks as it is for continental touring.
| Category |
Specification |
| Engine |
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder |
| Displacement |
1160 cc |
| Power |
150PS / 148bhp (110.4kW) @ 9,000rpm (100PS rain mode) |
| Torque |
130 Nm @ 7,000 rpm |
| Fuel System |
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Transmission |
6 speed |
| Final Drive |
Shaft drive |
| Suspension (Front) |
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. 220mm travel. |
| Suspension (Rear) |
220mm wheel travel Showa semi-active damping monoshock, with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and luggage, this feature could lower the riding height by up to 20mm when the motorcycle comes to a standstill, offering greater ease and confidence. |
| Brakes (Front) |
Brembo M4.30 Stylema monoblock radial calipers, OC-ABS, twin 320mm floating discs. Magura HC1 span adjustable radial master cylinder with separate reservoir. |
| Brakes (Rear) |
Brembo single piston caliper, OC-ABS, single 282mm disc. Rear master cylinder with remote reservoir. |
| Wheels |
Spoked (Tubeless). 21 x 2.15in / 18 x 4.25in
|
| Tyres |
Metzeler Karoo Street, 90/90-21 (M/C 54V TL) / 150/70R18 (M/C 70V TL)
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| Seat Height |
875/895mm adjustable mm |
| Wheelbase |
1560 mm |
| Rake / Trail |
23.7 º / 112 mm |
| Tank Capacity / Range |
20 L |
| Weight (Wet) |
250kg (90% fuel - mass in running order) kg |
| Display |
Full-colour 7” TFT instrument pack with My Triumph Connectivity System |
| Service Interval |
10,000 miles/16,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first |
