Perfect Fitment Guide
Triumph
Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
Best Tyres for Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
Find premium adventure tyres for Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro with OEM tyre sizes, buying guidance, maintenance tips, expert recommendations, and FAQs.
Overview
About Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
Vehicle Specifications
Key mechanical details & tyre sizes
engine
1,160 cc, Liquid-cooled, DOHC Inline Three-cylinderpower
150 PS / 148 bhp @ 9,000 rpmweight
Model-year dependentwheel Type
21-inch Front / 18-inch Rear Tubeless Spokedtyre Type
TubelessFront Tyre Size
90/90-21Rear Tyre Size
150/70 R18Recommended Tyres for Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
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Dual Sport90/90 21
Pirelli Scorpion Trail III 90/90 21 M/C (54V) TL
Price₹20,200
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Dual Sport150/70 ZR18
Pirelli Scorpion Trail III 150/70 ZR18 M/C 70W TL
Price₹27,900
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Dual Sport90/90 21
Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 90/90-21 M/C 54V TL
Price₹18,900
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Dual Sport150/70 R18
Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 150/70 R18 M/C 70V TL
Price₹23,900
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Dual Sport90/90-21
Metzeler Karoo™ 4 Street 90/90-21 M/C 54V TL Front Tyre
Price₹19,990
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Dual Sport150/70 R17
Metzeler KAROO™ 4 Street 150/70 R17 M/C 69V TL Rear Tyre
Price₹27,990
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Dual Sport90/90-21
Michelin Anakee Wild 90/90-21 M/C 54R TL/TT Front Tyre
Price₹18,900
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Dual Sport150/70 R18
Michelin Anakee Wild 150/70 R18 M/C 70R TL/TT Rear Tyre
Price₹27,900
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Performance & Maintenance
Key highlights and care instructions
Why Tyre Choice Matters
Key performance factors
- Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro is a large-capacity adventure motorcycle designed for serious off-road riding and long-distance touring.
- Correct tyre sizes preserve steering geometry, suspension balance, and handling stability.
- The 21-inch front and 18-inch rear combination improves obstacle rollover and loose-surface stability.
- Adventure-oriented tread patterns provide traction on gravel, dirt, mud, and broken roads.
- Strong carcass and sidewall construction help resist impacts on rough terrain.
- Reliable wet and dry grip improves confidence during changing Indian weather conditions.
Maintenance Tips
Prolong tyre life
- Check tyre pressure before every ride and before long-distance touring.
- Inspect tread and sidewalls for cuts, punctures, cracks, and bulges.
- Inspect tyres after rocks, potholes, roots, and hard trail impacts.
- Remove stones and debris from the tread after off-road riding.
- Balance wheels after every tyre replacement.
- Inspect spoke and rim condition together with tyre condition.
Tyre Buying Guide
Expert Recommendations & Use Cases
Buying Guide
Ideal considerations
- Use the OEM sizes: 90/90-21 front and 150/70 R18 rear.
- Choose road-biased adventure tyres for mostly paved touring.
- Choose 50:50 adventure tyres for mixed highway, gravel, and trail riding.
- Choose more aggressive off-road tyres for regular mud, loose terrain, and technical trails.
- Check tyre load and speed ratings before purchase.
- Check the manufacturing date before installation.
Common Problems
Considerations & trade-offs
- Faster tread wear during extended highway riding.
- Sidewall damage from rocks and sharp trail impacts.
- Uneven tread wear caused by incorrect tyre pressure.
- Reduced loose-surface traction as tread depth decreases.
- Wheel vibration caused by improper balancing.
- Reduced wet grip from ageing or hardened rubber.
Expert Tips
Optimal riding conditions
- Choose tyres according to your road-to-off-road riding ratio.
- Keep the OEM 90/90-21 and 150/70 R18 dimensions.
- Carry an appropriate puncture-repair kit for tubeless adventure wheels.
- Inspect both tyres after demanding off-road sections.
- Restore appropriate road pressure before sustained highway riding.
- Replace both tyres together when practical for consistent handling.
Real-World Fitment
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Tiger 1200 Rally Pro uses a 90/90-21 front tyre and a 150/70 R18 rear tyre.
Triumph specifies Metzeler Karoo Street tyres in 90/90-21 front and 150/70R18 rear sizes.
Yes. The Rally Pro uses tubeless spoked wheels with a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear configuration.
Premium adventure tyres are the best choice. Road-biased tyres suit touring-heavy riders, while more aggressive dual-purpose tyres are better for frequent off-road riding.
The 18-inch rear wheel is part of the Rally Pro's off-road-focused chassis configuration and provides better obstacle clearance and off-road capability than the road-focused GT configuration.
The front size is the same at 90/90-21, but the rear is different: Tiger 1200 Rally Pro uses 150/70 R18, while Tiger 900 Rally Pro uses 150/70-R17.