BMW R80 vs Triumph New Tiger 800 (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R80stacks up against the Triumph New Tiger 800. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R80 | Triumph New Tiger 800 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1985 | 2011 |
| Price | — | $7,140 |
| Engine | 797 cc | 799 cc |
| Horsepower | 50 hp | 94 hp |
| Torque | — | 79 Nm |
| Seat height | — | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.8 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Single disc |
| Tires | 90/90-18 / 120/90-18 | 110/80-ZR19 / 150/70-ZR17 |
BMW R80 vs Triumph New Tiger 800 — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R80 and the Triumph New Tiger 800 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R80 brings 50 hp, while the Triumph New Tiger 800 counters with 94 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike:

