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2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Overview
Triumph Tiger 800 XC is an all-round motorcycle, displacing 799 cc. Power comes from an In-line three, four-stroke engine running DOHC valve actuation, a compression ratio of 12.0:1. On the performance side, it delivers 69.1 kW @ 9300 rpm of peak power and 79 Nm @ 7850 rpm of torque. Top speed is factory-quoted at 196.3 km/h. On the road, the 2012 Tiger 800 XC tips the scales at 214.5 kg, carries an 18.9-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 810 mm -830 mm and spans a 1530 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 24.9 kg heavier than the average all-round motorcycle in our database. The full 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.
2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC compared with other bikes in the All-Round category
We checked the recorded figures for the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC against up to 188 bikes in the All-Round category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.
- Only 4 of the other 135 bikes in the All-Round category have a higher power-to-weight ratio than the 322 W/kg of the Tiger 800 XC.
- With 69.1 kW, the Tiger 800 XC has the 12th highest power output of 146 bikes in the All-Round category, 117% above the category average of 31.9 kW.
- Top speed of 196 km/h is higher than that of 155 of the other 187 bikes in the All-Round category.
- Narrowing the field to the 24 models within five model years of it, the power-to-weight ratio of 322 W/kg is higher than that of 22 of the other 23.
Versus the 2011 model
The figures we track are unchanged from the 2011 model: peak power, peak torque, wet weight, displacement, seat height and top speed all match.
2012 Tiger 800 XC - Pros & Cons
Strengths
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Strong power output: With 69.1 kW @ 9300 rpm and 79 Nm @ 7850 rpm of torque on tap, the Tiger 800 XC is no slouch for its class.
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Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
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Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.
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ABS fitted: ABS comes fitted from the factory - one less thing to worry about in a sudden stop on a slippery surface.
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Large fuel range: An 18.9-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.
Considerations
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Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.
Wear Points & Servicing Notes
Cooling system servicing
Tiger 800 XC's Liquid cooled setup is low-maintenance provided the coolant interval is kept - old, acidic coolant is the main cause of long-term corrosion in the water passages.
Fuelling & injector care
The Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection on the Tiger 800 XC needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.
Valve clearance checks
With DOHC valve gear, the Tiger 800 XC needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.
Brake disc and pad wear
Braking up front comes from 2 x 308mm floating discs, Nissin 2-piston floating caliber (Switchable ABS available), Nissin front brake master cylinder, 14mm diameter - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.
Suspension condition on used examples
The Tiger 800 XC's suspension runs Showa 45mm upside down forks at the front. The rear uses Showa monoshock with remote oil reservoir, hydraulically adjustable preload, rebound damping adjustment. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.
Final drive maintenance
The Tiger 800 XC uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.
Frame & chassis check
Built around a Tubular steel trellis frame, twin-sided swingarm, the Tiger 800 XC's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.
Tiger 800 XC - Buying & Maintenance Guide
What to check before buying
Before handing over money for a used 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC with its 799 cc all-round, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, drivetrain wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. This model runs chain final drive, so check chain slack and sprocket tooth profile specifically - a worn sprocket is a cheaper fix now than after it's chewed up the next chain. Now 14 years old, this all-round is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy Tiger 800 XC should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.
Oil and filter changes
Nothing protects the Tiger 800 XC's 799 cc in-line three, four-stroke like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). With a 12.0:1 compression ratio, running the octane grade specified in the manual matters more than on a lower-compression engine. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.
Fuel system care
Fuel injection on the Tiger 800 XC needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.
Valve clearance service
Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used Tiger 800 XC since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.
2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC - Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC have?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC uses an In-line three, four-stroke engine with 799 cc of displacement. It is liquid cooled.
What is the top speed of the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC has a factory-quoted top speed of 196.3 km/h. Real-world speeds vary depending on rider weight, conditions and state of tune.
How much does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC weigh?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC weighs 214.5 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.
How much power does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC make?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC produces 69.1 kW @ 9300 rpm of power and 79 Nm @ 7850 rpm of torque. These are peak figures.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC has an 18.9-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 315-377 km between stops.
Is the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC suitable for shorter riders?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC has a seat height of 810 mm -830 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.
What brakes does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC have?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC uses 2 x 308mm floating discs, Nissin 2-piston floating caliber at the front and single 255mm disc, Nissin single-piston floating caliber at the rear.
What tyre sizes does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC use?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC runs 90/90 ZR21 front and 150/70 ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.
What gearbox does the 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC have?
The 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC is fitted with a 6 Speed transmission.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Spec Evolution
The Triumph Tiger 800 XC was produced across 6 model years (2011-2016). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.
| Specification |
2011 |
2012 |
2013 |
2014 |
2015 |
2016 |
| Max Power |
69.1 kW / 93.9 hp @ 9300 rpm |
69.1 kW / 93.9 hp @ 9300 rpm |
69.1 kW / 93.9 hp @ 9300 rpm |
69.1 kW / 93.9 hp @ 9300 rpm |
70.8 KW / 95 hp @ 9300 rpm |
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| Wet Weight |
214.5 kg / 473 lbs |
214.5 kg / 473 lbs |
214.5 kg / 473 lbs |
214.5 kg / 473 lbs |
215.0 kg / 474.0 lbs |
215.0 kg / 474.0 lbs |
| Dry Weight |
226 kg / 498.2 lbs |
364 kg / 802.5 lbs |
112 kg / 246.9 lbs |
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190 kg / 418.9 lbs |
193 kg / 425.5 lbs |
| Seat Height |
810 mm -830 mm / 31.9"- 32.7" adjustable |
810 mm -830 mm / 31.9"- 32.7" adjustable |
810 mm -830 mm / 31.9"- 32.7" adjustable |
810 mm -830 mm / 31.9"- 32.7" adjustable |
845 mm - 865 mm / 33.3 in- 34.1 in adjustable |
840 mm / 33.1 in. |
| Fuel Capacity |
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal |
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal |
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal |
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal |
19 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal |
19.00 litres / 5.02 gallons |
| Fuel Control |
DOHC |
DOHC |
DOHC |
DOHC |
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Comments |
Sold in Germany |
4W/2WD. Automatic Transmission with Hi/Lo Range and Reverse. Slip Limited Front Differential. DC 12V 10A 120W electric outlet. Made in Taiwan. |
Windscreen |
Windscreen |
Windscreen |
Small windscreen. Traction control. |
| CO2 |
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133.2 CO |
133.2 CO |
133.2 CO |
133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
Key Specifications
Engine
In-line three, four-stroke
Power
69.1 kW / 93.9 hp @ 9300 rpm
Torque
79 Nm / 8.1 kgf-m / 58 ft.lb @ 7850 rpm
Top Speed
196.3 km/h / 122 mph
Weight
214.5 kg / 473 lbs
Fuel Capacity
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal
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Full 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Specifications
Comments
4W/2WD. Automatic Transmission with Hi/Lo Range and Reverse. Slip Limited Front Differential. DC 12V 10A 120W electric outlet. Made in Taiwan.
Year
2012
Colours
Phantom Black. Crystal White. Intense Orange
Make Model
Triumph Tiger 800 XC
Seat Height
810 mm -830 mm / 31.9"- 32.7" adjustable
Wheelbase
1530 mm / 60.2"
Height
1350 mm / 53.1"
Length
2215 mm / 87.1"
Width
795 mm / 31.3"
Dry Weight
364 kg / 802.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity
18.9 Litres / 5.0 US gal / 4.2 Imp gal
Wet Weight
214.5 kg / 473 lbs
CO2
133.2 CO
Engine Type
In-line three, four-stroke
Fuel Control
DOHC
Displacement
799 cc / 48.7 cu-in
Engine Detail
Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Fuel System
Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Bore x Stroke
74 x 61.9 mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Exhaust
Stainless Steel, 3 into 1, high-level exhaust
Fuel Consumption
5.3 L/100 km / 18.8 km/l / 44.2 US mpg / 53 Imp mpg
Fuel Induction
Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition
Digital CDI
Lubrication
Wet sump
Starter
Electric
Valve System
4
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Final Drive
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Primary Drive
X ring chain. Primary drive: Gear.
Transmission / Drive
6 Speed
Frame Type
Tubular steel trellis frame, twin-sided swingarm
Suspension - Front
Showa 45mm upside down forks
Suspension - Rear
Showa monoshock with remote oil reservoir, hydraulically adjustable preload, rebound damping adjustment
Rake
23.9°
Trail
92.4mm / 3.6"
Wheel Travel - Front
220 mm / 8.7"
Wheel Travel - Rear
215 mm / 8.5"
Instrumentation
LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, analogue tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, TPMS ready, switchable ABS and clock
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)
12.1 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)
308 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)
10.0 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)
255 mm
Brakes - Front
2 x 308mm floating discs, Nissin 2-piston floating caliber (Switchable ABS available), Nissin front brake master cylinder, 14mm diameter
Brakes - Rear
Single 255mm disc, Nissin single-piston floating caliber (Switchable ABS available)
Rims
Aluminum rim
Tyres - Front
90/90 ZR21
Tyres - Rear
150/70 ZR17
Wheels - Front
2.50 x 21" Cast aluminium rim, 36 spoke
Wheels - Rear
4.25 x 17" Cast aluminium rim, 32 spoke
Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced
technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis.
Spot an error? Let us know.
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