Here's what the folk in the PR bunker had to say about it: "At the new Tiger's heart is the amazing 1050cc, fuel-injected, three-cylinder engine that's been so well received in both Sprint ST and Speed Triple guise. This motor, known for its addictive character, has plenty of torque and impressive amounts of horsepower, with ample reserves of both for those two-up fully laden tours. Peak power of 115PS (114bhp) is delivered at 9400rpm, with 100Nm (74ft.lbf) torque at 6250rpm.
"As for the chassis, sit on a Tiger and you know it's a fit. Fast scratcher, packed tourer or head up commuter, it always feels right. The twin-spar aluminium frame housing the 1050cc engine is new as is the braced aluminium swingarm. New too are the cast aluminium wheels, both are now 17in allowing a wider choice of tyres; the front tyre's a 120/70 ZR17, the rear a 180/55 ZR17. The 43mm upside down fully adjustable forks and remote spring preload and rebound damping adjustable rear shock provide an almost magic carpet-like ride over the most varied of surfaces, from the roughest Tarmac to the smoothest blacktop asphalt.
"Twin four-piston radial calipers bite 320mm front discs, the rear 255mm disc uses a single twin-piston caliper. The Tiger's seat height is a manageable 835mm (32.9in), matched to a dry weight of 198kg. Fuel capacity is 20 litres (5.2 gal US), giving an excellent touring range."
The importer says we can expect to see it January next year in four colours (blue, white, black and yellow) but a price has yet to be confirmed.
Specifications
ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity 1050cc
Bore/Stroke 79 x 71.4mm
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition Digital–inductive type via electronic engine management system
TRANSMISSION
Primary Drive Gear
Final Drive X ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox 6-speed
CYCLE PARTS
Frame Aluminium beam perimeter
Swingarm Braced, twin-sided, aluminium alloy
Wheels Front Cast, multi spoke 17 x 3.5in
Rear Cast, multi spoke 17 x 5.5in
Tyres Front 120/70 ZR 17
Rear 180/55 ZR 17
Suspension Front 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping adjustment
Rear Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping
Brakes Front Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston radial calipers
Rear Single 255mm disc, 2 piston calipers
DIMENSIONS
Length 2110mm (83.1in)
Width (Handlebars) 840mm (33.1in)
Height 1320mm (52.0in)
Seat Height 835mm (32.8in)
Wheelbase 1510mm (59.4in)
Rake/Trail 23.2°/87.7mm
Weight (Dry) 198kg (437lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 litres (5.2 gal US)
PERFORMANCE
(MEASURED AT CRANKSHAFT TO DIN 70020)
Maximum Power 115PS (114bhp) at 9400rpm
Maximum Torque 100Nm (74ft.lbf) at 6250rpm
Published : Thursday, 21 September 2006