Triumph Tiger 800 Xc vs Bmw F 850 Gs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Tiger 800 Xc
Bmw F 850 Gs
Horsepower (hp)
94 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
79 Nm
92 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
229 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
94 hp @ 9,250 rpm
95 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque
79 Nm @ 7,850 rpm
92 Nm @ 6,250 rpm
Top Speed
193 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Triumph Tiger 800 Xc
8.0/10
"The most characterful middleweight adventure bike you can buy used."
Pros
+Triple engine sounds incredible
+Genuinely capable off-road
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Early gearboxes feel notchy
−Standard suspension disappoints enthusiasts
−Cooling hoses age poorly
Bmw F 850 Gs
8.0/10
"A brilliant all-rounder that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Confidence-inspiring handling everywhere
+Strong reliable parallel-twin engine
+Excellent wind protection stock
Cons
−Pre-2020 sprag clutch issues
−TFT screen scratches easily
−Wet-climate connector corrosion