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Triumph Tiger 900 vs Zero DSR/X

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

The Triumph Tiger 900 and Zero DSR/X are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. The Triumph Tiger 900 undercuts the Zero DSR/X 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
Zero DSR/X
7.8

Zero

Zero DSR/X

The verdict

The Triumph Tiger 900 is our pick of this group on the numbers, scoring 8.3/10.

Best for new riders

Triumph Tiger 900

107 hp.

Most exciting

Triumph Tiger 900

107 hp and 0.47 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

Triumph Tiger 900

Our top score in this matchup at 8.3/10.

Price & rating
Price$14,995$24,295
KickTheStand score8.3 / 107.8 / 10
Performance
Engine888cc tripleElectric
Power107 hp100 hp
Torque87 Nm229 Nm
Power-to-weight0.47 hp/kg0.40 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension45mm Showa USD forkn/a
Rear suspensionShowa monoshockn/a
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo Styleman/a
Rear brakesSingle 255mm discn/a
Dimensions & practicality
Weight228 kg247 kg
Seat height860 mm832 mm
Fuel capacity20 Ln/a
Suitability
ClassAdventureAdventure
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best foradventure, touringadventure, commuting

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Triumph Tiger 900 vs Zero DSR/X: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the Zero DSR/X?

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 Zero DSR/X?

The Triumph Tiger 900 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $14,995.

Which is lighter, the Triumph Tiger 900 or the Zero DSR/X?

The Triumph Tiger 900 is the lightest at 228 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 Zero DSR/X?

For a new rider we'd point to the Triumph Tiger 900: 107 hp and 228 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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