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Triumph Tiger 800 XCA - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 XCA is a middleweight adventure motorcycle designed for riders seeking accessible off-road capability and long-distance comfort. Known for its manageable power delivery, nimble handling, and practical touring features including heated grips and seat, it excels as an entry-level adventure bike for both on-road and light off-road exploration.
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Triumph Tiger 800 XCA |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel 3 into 1. high level stainless steel silencer |
| Greenhouse gases | 133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.74 litres/100 km (17.4 km/l or 40.98 mpg) |
| Driveline | O ring chain |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 74.0 x 61.9 mm (2.9 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 11.3:1 |
| Torque | 79.00 Nm (8.1 kgf-m or 58.3 ft.lbs) @ 7850 RPM |
| Power | 95.00 HP (69.3 kW) @ 9300 RPM |
| Engine type | In-line three, four-stroke |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Aluminium rims, wire spoked |
| Rear brakes diameter | 255 mm (10.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin single piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS. |
| Front brakes diameter | 308 mm (12.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs, Nissin 2-piston sliding calipers, Switchable ABS. |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-17 |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 |
| Rear wheel travel | 215 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Showa monoshock with hydraulically adjustable preload, |
| Front wheel travel | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Showa 43mm upside down forks |
| Trail | 95 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.3° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel trellis. Twin-Âsided, cast aluminium alloy swingarm. |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.70 litres (0.24 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,545 mm (60.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 845 mm (33.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,215 mm (87.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,390 mm (54.7 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 860 mm (33.9 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4680 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Windscreen. Heated grips. Heated rider and passenger seat |
| Carrying capacity | Top box, saddle bags |
| Instruments | LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, analogue tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, switchable ABS and clock |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Matt Khaki Green |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
95 hp
Peak Power
3.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track40%
City60%
Cornering68%
Daily Riding75%
Touring88%
Passenger80%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suits riders with at least some experience on mid-size adventure bikes, comfortable with a tall seat height and the extra bulk of a fully-equipped touring ADV. |
| Purpose | Built as a long-distance adventure tourer that can handle everything from motorway slabs to gravel trails and light off-road tracks. |
| Rider Fit | The 840-860mm seat height and 208kg dry weight mean shorter or less experienced riders may find it a handful at low speed or when fully loaded with luggage. |
| Character | A refined, torquey triple-cylinder engine gives smooth, confident power delivery with a distinctive engine note, paired with premium WP suspension and full electronic rider aids. |
| Not Ideal For | Not the ideal choice for riders wanting a lightweight city commuter or a track-focused sportbike, as its adventure-touring proportions and setup prioritize comfort and versatility over outright speed and razor-sharp handling. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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