Triumph Tiger 800 XCX

This third-generation Tiger 800 follows in the pawprints of the original (2011-2014) and the ride-by-wire update (2015-2017). The core engine and frame haven’t changed much but electronics and sophistication have improved. Today there are six Tiger 800s: four roadfocused XRS and two more dirt-minded XCS. This, the XCX, includes cruise control, a TFT dash, 12V DIN power socket, adjustable WP suspension but no centrestand. The Matt Khaki Green paint on our bike is an extra £150.

If you want more, there’s a higher-spec XCA (£12,450) which adds all-led lighting, backlit switchgear, centrestand, heated grips and seats, spotlights, an extra riding mode and an aluminium radiator guard.

SPEC Price £11,250 (£11,400 as tested) Engine 800cc 12v inline triple, l/c Power 94bhp @ 9500rpm Torque 58lb·ft @ 8050rpm Transmission 6-speed, chain Chassis steel trellis Front suspension 43mm forks, 220mm travel, adjustable rebound and compression Rear suspension monoshock, 215mm travel, adjustable preload and rebound Front brakes 305mm discs, 2-piston calipers Rear brake 255mm disc, 1-piston caliper Front tyre 90/90-21 Rear tyre 150/70 R17 Wheelbase 1545mm Rake/trail 23.4°/93.5mm Seat height 840/860mm Kerb weight 229kg (measured) Fuel capacity 19 litres

PCP FINANCE Price £11,250.00 Deposit £2000.00 Monthly repayments 36 x £128.85 Optional final payment £6213.00 APR 6.9% Total payable £12,851.60 Annual mileage 4000