Triumph Tiger 955i

Make Model	Triumph Tiger 955i
Year	2003
Engine	Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	955 cc / 58.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke	79 x 65 mm
Compression Ratio	11.6:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Wet sump
Engine Oil	Synthetic, 10W/40
Induction	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital inductive type via electronic engine management.
Spark Plug	NGK, DPR8EA-9
Starting	Electric
Max Power	83.6 kW / 104 hp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque	92 Nm / 9.38 kgf-m / 67ft.lbf @ 4400 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Transmission	6 speed
Final Drive	X ring chain
Frame	Tubular steel perimeter swingarm twin-sided, aluminium alloy
Front Suspension	43 mm Fork with triple rate springs
Front Wheel Travel	230 mm / 9.1 in
Rear Suspension	Monoshock with remotely adjustable preload and rebound damping
Rear Wheel Travel	230 mm / 9.1 in
Front Brakes	2 x 310 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 285mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Wheels Front	Cast, 14-spoke, 19 x 2.5in
Wheels Rear	Cast, 14-spoke, 17 x 4.25in
Front Tyre	110/80 H19
Rear Tyre	150/70 H17
Trail	87.9 mm / 3.46 in
Rake	25.8º
Dimensions	Length 2250 mm / 88.6 in Width (Handlebars) 860 mm / 33.8 in Height 1390 mm / 54.7 in
Wheelbase	1515 mm / 59.6in
Seat Height	840-860 mm / 33.1-33.8 in
Dry Weight	215kg / 474 lbs
Fuel Capacity	24 Litres / 6.3 US gal / 5.3 Imp gal
Consumption Average	5.6 L/100 km / 16.8 km/l / 39.5 US mpg / 47.4 Imp mpg
Standing ¼ Mile	12.5 sec / 170 km/h / 105.6 mph
Standing 0 - 1000 m	23.3 sec / 202 km/h / 125.5 mph
Top Speed	206.5 km/h / 128.3 mph
Reviews	Motorcyclist / Theroad.mag-uk.org

Triumph's trail-styled Tiger has long been one of the firm's most successful and popular models, especially in continental European countries like Germany. Originally introduced in 1992, as one of the first new-generation Hinckley Triumphs, the first Tiger used the carburetted 885cc triple engine shared with the Daytona, Trophy and Trident models.

The high-output 12-valve engine was mated to a tough steel-tube cradle frame, fitted with long-travel dirtbike-type suspension at both ends. Wire-spoked wheels, knobbly off-road tyres and a small twin headlamp half-fairing completed the Tiger's styling.

But, like most large-capacity trail-styled bikes, the big, heavy Tiger was completely unsuitable for off-road use. However, the massive weight, strong power and fragile bodywork which ruled out off-road work made the Tiger an excellent road bike, which was especially at home carrying out two-up touring duties on the autobahns and motorways of Europe.

In 1999, a revised Tiger was introduced, with an updated, fuel-injected engine, improved running gear and sleek, modern bodywork. Despite more compact styling, the new Tiger was slightly heavier, although the engine's increased power outweighed any performance deficit. A new steel perimeter frame and more refined suspension front and rear gave stif fer handling, and improved equipment levels made the Tiger even more suited to long-distance touring rides.

The latest 2001 update makes the Tiger one of the most powerful trail-styled bikes available. Triumph fitted the revamped 955cc triple engine from the Daytona 955i, and its torque figure of 67ft lb means strong, smooth acceleration from low down in the rev range. The Sagem fuel-injection is glitch-free and gives superb carburation all the way through the rev range, as well as impressive economy.

A large 24-litre (5.3 gal) fuel tank permits a fuel range easily in excess of 320km (200 miles), and official Triumph accessories like hard luggage, electrically heated grips and taller screens further enhance the Tiger's touring credentials.