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All Bikes/Compare/Triumph Explorer 1200 vs Cfmoto 800mt

Triumph Explorer 1200 vs Cfmoto 800mt

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Triumph Explorer 1200 vs Cfmoto 800mt. Triumph Explorer 1200: 137 hp @ 9,350 rpm (2018+ model; earlier 2012–2017 models produced approximately 133 hp) hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight for standard XR variant; XCA with full electronics package is approximately 264 kg) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed figures), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Cfmoto 800mt: 95 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish a top speed figure), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Triumph Explorer 1200 Cfmoto 800mt
Horsepower (hp)
137 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
122 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
259 kg
218 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
137 hp @ 9,350 rpm (2018+ model; earlier 2012–2017 models produced approximately 133 hp)
95 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
122 Nm @ 6,650 rpm (2018+ model)
80 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed figures)
200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish a top speed figure)
Weight
259 kg (wet/curb weight for standard XR variant; XCA with full electronics package is approximately 264 kg)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, real-world average — note: varies significantly with riding style and load)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Triumph Explorer 1200
Triumph Explorer 1200
7.8/10

"A characterful GS alternative that rewards thorough pre-purchase inspection."

Pros
+Triple engine is magnificent
+Outstanding long-distance comfort
+Strong used value now
Cons
Rear tyre wear excessive
Stock suspension needs upgrading
Electronics glitchy on early models
Cfmoto 800mt
Cfmoto 800mt
7.5/10

"Exceptional used value if a dealer lives nearby."

Pros
+Strong, characterful parallel twin
+Premium electronics, budget price
+Semi-active suspension actually works
Cons
Parts availability still patchy
Snatchy low-speed throttle response
Dealer network remains thin

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