There’s been some confusion around how the different models of the new Explorers are accessorised – not helped by erroneous information being uploaded on the Triumph Canada website (now fixed). Having just attended the launch, I can now set all that straight.
There are three XR models (base, mid-level XRx and top-level XRt), and two XC models (mid-level XCx and top-level XCa) – there is also a base XR model but that will not be coming to North America this year. XR models have cast wheels (with the base XR only offering two ride modes and is the only model available with conventional suspension), whereas the XC models have wire wheels and are more dirt oriented.
The breakdown of what each variant gets is confusing, so here are the breakdowns supplied as part of the press presentation at the media briefing (good luck):
All ride modes have factory-preset settings for throttle mapping, suspension setup, ABS and traction control, though you can change these parameters within each mode. Rider mode is completely customisable.
Mid- and top-level bikes include Triumph Semi-Active Suspension (TSAS), which is tuned the same across the models. Oh, and one very interesting point is that the electronic suspension is self-levelling, so a rider’s weight will trigger the system to adjust the rear preload and damping settings accordingly. In other words the Normal suspension setting within Road mode will be different for someone weighing 165 lb than for someone weighing 195 lb. Very smart, very convenient.
Keep tuned, riding impression up next!
[…] Triumph invited CMG to Faro, Portugal, to ride the newly refreshed 2016 Tiger Explorer. Of the five Explorer variants that will be available in Canada, Triumph has chosen the top-of-the-line XCa for the press test. (We don’t get the base XC – but check out the explainer if you’re not sure what gets what) […]
Its confusing, but at least they offer accessory packages unlike the Africa twin. I still don’t like the timed service light on the dash of the Triumphs though.
Hmmm 6 models (I think it is 6) and yet no Tiger Sport 1050 model, the only one I really want.
Same here, wrote to Triumph Canada, even they think it makes no sense not to offer the Sport model while the competition (for example BMW S1000XR) has an offer.
Also Ducati Multistrada and Hyperstrada…
I figure Triumph are really blowing a great opp. Too bad, that sport model, really a more practical and comfortable Speed Triple must be one hell of a bike!