BMW R 1300 GS vs Triumph Tiger 900

The BMW R 1300 GS and Triumph Tiger 900 are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. The Triumph Tiger 900 undercuts the BMW R 1300 GS by about $3,900, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the BMW R 1300 GS leads on power with 145 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

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Our pick

9.3

BMW

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8.3

Triumph

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The verdict

The BMW R 1300 GS edges it overall at 9.3/10, but the Triumph Tiger 900 wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Triumph Tiger 900

107 hp.

Most exciting

BMW R 1300 GS

145 hp and 0.61 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Triumph Tiger 900

Our 8.3/10 at $14,995, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Triumph Tiger 900

228 kg with an 860 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

BMW R 1300 GS

Our top score in this matchup at 9.3/10.

SpecBMW R 1300 GSTriumph Tiger 900

Price & rating

Price$18,895$14,995

KickTheStand score9.3 / 108.3 / 10

Performance

Engine1300cc twin888cc triple

Power145 hp107 hp

Torque149 Nm87 Nm

Power-to-weight0.61 hp/kg0.47 hp/kg

Chassis & brakes

Front suspensionTelelever (EVO)45mm Showa USD fork

Rear suspensionEVO Paralever monoshockShowa monoshock

Front brakesDual 310mm discs, radial 4-pistonDual 320mm discs, Brembo Stylema

Rear brakesSingle 285mm discSingle 255mm disc

Dimensions & practicality

Weight237 kg228 kg

Seat height850 mm860 mm

Fuel capacity19 L20 L

Suitability

ClassAdventureAdventure

A2 licenceNoNo

Good for beginnersNoNo

Best foradventure, touringadventure, touring

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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