Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL (2023) and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL 161 hp, Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 147.9 hp.
- Torque: Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL 128 Nm, Triumph Tiger 1200 GT 129.9 Nm.
Key figures
Power hp
- Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL (2023)161 (best)
- Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)147.9
Torque Nm
- Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL (2023)128
- Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)129.9 (best)
Weight kg
- Horex VR6 Cafe Racer HL (2023)219
- Triumph Tiger 1200 GT (2023)240
Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.
Full specs
| Specification |  2023 Remove |  2023 Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Naked | Naked |
| Years | 2023 | 2023 |
| Engine | 1218.0 ccm (74.32 cubic inches), V6, four-stroke, VR6 with only 15 degree V-angle mirrored cylinder offset. Triple overhead cam., Injection | 3 cylinders online , 4 strokes Injection Cooling system : liquid 2 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 1,160 cc 150 ch (147.90 hp) to 9,000 rpm 13.25 mkg to 7,000 rpm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1,218 cc | 1,160 cc |
| Power | 161 hp @ 8,500 rpmBest | 147.9 hp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Torque | 128 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | 129.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpmBest |
| Transmission | 6-speed, Multi-disc oil bath clutch, operated hydraulically. 1:2.47 ratio., Chain (final drive) | 6 stage gearbox , manual - optional shifter Secondary cardan shaft |
| Final drive | chain | shaft |
| Weight | 219 kg (dry) | 240 kg (wet) |
| Seat height | Not available | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 20 LBest |
| Front suspension | Öhlins upside-down fork (Ø 43 mm) with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping | Telehydraulic inverted forks Ø 49 mm, Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins TTX36 GP suspension struts with adjustable spring base, rebound and compression damping and built-in hydraulic spring preload adjustment | monoshock, Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Brake system | ABS | ABS |
| Front brake | Double disc. ABS. Radial 4-piston calipers. Brembo., 320 mm | 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single disc. ABS. 2-piston caliper. Brembo, 264 mm | 1 disc Ø 282 mm (11.1 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-19 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 | Not available |
| Quickshifter | Not available | Not available |
| Launch price | Not available | Not available |
- Weight: Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.