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Head to head

Triumph Tiger 900 vs BMW G 310 GS

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Triumph Tiger 900 and BMW G 310 GS are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. The BMW G 310 GS undercuts the Triumph Tiger 900 by about $9,300, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Triumph Tiger 900 leads on power with 107 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.

Triumph Tiger 900
Our pick
8.3

Triumph

Triumph Tiger 900
BMW G 310 GS
7.5

BMW

BMW G 310 GS

The verdict

The Triumph Tiger 900 edges it overall at 8.3/10, but the BMW G 310 GS wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

BMW G 310 GS

A2-legal, 34 hp, forgiving to learn on.

Most exciting

Triumph Tiger 900

107 hp and 0.47 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

BMW G 310 GS

Our 7.5/10 at $5,695, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

BMW G 310 GS

170 kg with an 835 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Triumph Tiger 900

Our top score in this matchup at 8.3/10.

Price & rating
Price$14,995$5,695
KickTheStand score8.3 / 107.5 / 10
Performance
Engine888cc triple313cc single
Power107 hp34 hp
Torque87 Nm28 Nm
Power-to-weight0.47 hp/kg0.20 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension45mm Showa USD fork41mm USD fork
Rear suspensionShowa monoshockMonoshock
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo StylemaSingle 300mm disc, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 255mm discSingle 240mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight228 kg170 kg
Seat height860 mm835 mm
Fuel capacity20 L11 L
Suitability
ClassAdventureAdventure
A2 licenceNoYes
Good for beginnersNoYes
Best foradventure, touringadventure, commuting, learning

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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Triumph Tiger 900 vs BMW G 310 GS: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the BMW G 310 GS?

The Triumph Tiger 900 makes the most power at 107 hp and 87 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the BMW G 310 GS?

The BMW G 310 GS is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $5,695.

Which is lighter, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the BMW G 310 GS?

The BMW G 310 GS is the lightest at 170 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the BMW G 310 GS?

For a new rider we'd point to the BMW G 310 GS: A2-legal, 34 hp and 170 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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