Headlight Grille Guard For Triumph Tiger 800 - 2011 to 2020

Headlight Grille Guard for Triumph Tiger 800 (2011 to 2020)

The stock headlight lens on the Triumph Tiger 800 sits exposed at the front of the bike, directly in the path of road debris thrown up by the front wheel and from oncoming vehicles. On motorways and gravel tracks alike, stone chips and debris impact the lens repeatedly. A cracked or deeply pitted lens affects light output and costs significantly more to replace than a grille guard. This headlight grille guard is a bolt-on protective mesh that mounts in front of the lens, absorbing impact before it reaches the glass or polycarbonate.

The guard is constructed from stainless steel mesh or ABS plastic depending on the variant, finished in black to suit the Tiger 800's adventure styling. It mounts using the existing headlight housing bolts and does not require drilling or modification to the fairing or lamp assembly. The mesh aperture is large enough to allow full light output while providing meaningful protection against stones and low-speed brush contact on trail sections.

At $59.90, this guard is a practical pre-emptive investment for Tiger 800 owners who use the bike on gravel roads, tracks, or motorways where stone damage to headlights is a recurring concern. Replacing a headlight assembly on the Tiger 800 costs several hundred dollars; a guard eliminates most of that risk for a fraction of the price.

Confirmed fitment for the Triumph Tiger 800, Tiger 800 XC, XCX, XR, XCA, XRX, and XRT from 2011 through 2020, and the Tiger Explorer 1200 and 1200XC from 2012 through 2018. Both model lines use a compatible headlight housing design for this guard mount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it affect low beam or high beam output?

The mesh pattern is designed to minimize light obstruction. At night, a slight reduction in perceived brightness may be detectable but is not operationally significant for most riders. The guard does not block any portion of the lens — it sits in the airflow path in front of it.

Is it road legal?

Headlight grille guards are used on many factory adventure bikes and are widely accepted. Most US states do not have specific restrictions on auxiliary lens protection that does not block the beam. The guard does not alter the headlight's output pattern. Verify against your state's lighting equipment regulations if you have specific concerns.

Free shipping on every order in the US. Every part is covered by a 1-year warranty and can be returned within 30 days of receipt.