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introduced , providing increased space for riders ’ fingers adding further comfort especially on longer journeys .
Triumph has also increased the cornering ground clearance of the Tiger 1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer models , by lifting the footpeg positions and moving them closer to the bike . The new Active Preload Reduction feature , which was revealed in August 2023 , offers the rider greater confidence by reducing the rear suspension preload as the Tiger 1200 slows to a stop , lowering the seat height by up to 20mm , simply by pressing the ‘ Home ’ button on the switch cube for one second .
The Tiger 1200 is now available in four variants , with new colours for 2024 . The Tiger 1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer , tailor made for the perfect road-focused adventure ride , are now available in eye-catching Carnival Red , as well as the previous options of Snowdonia White and Sapphire Black . The Tiger 1200 Rally Pro and Rally Explorer , perfect for an all-terrain adventure , are available in stylish new Matt Sandstorm , and Jet Black options , as well as the popular Matt Khaki .
Chief Product Officer Steve Sargent said : “ The updates to the Tiger 1200 range for 2024 will deliver an even more refined ride , broadening its global appeal . While the current generation model has already made a big impact on this segment , more than doubling annual sales of the Tiger 1200 around the globe , our world-class engineering team is always looking for new ways to refine and enhance every model .
“ By listening to customer feedback and integrating some of the new enhancements already revealed in the new Tiger 900 , this range of updates come together to deliver a significant improvement to the riding experience .”
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