Triumph T 100 R Daytona vs Triumph Tiger 100 (1973)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph T 100 R Daytonastacks up against the Triumph Tiger 100. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTriumph T 100 R DaytonaTriumph Tiger 100
Model year19731970
Price
Engine490 cc490 cc
Horsepower40 hp34 hp
Fuel capacity3.6 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.25-19 / 4.00-18 3.25-18 / 3.50-18

Triumph T 100 R Daytona vs Triumph Tiger 100 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Triumph T 100 R Daytona and the Triumph Tiger 100 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph T 100 R Daytona brings 40 hp, while the Triumph Tiger 100 counters with 34 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: