2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro Review - First Ride
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The Rally Pro doesn’t have electronic suspension so it’s hardly surprising you can’t feel any difference when you put the bike into sport mode.
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You probably know this, but, if you are struggling to get the bike up off the stand, turn the wheel to the right and then get on and the bike is far easier to get up. Sorry if you knew this already.
I did know that of course but other new riders may not.....
Morning Andy, as you say most adventure bikes are never ridden off road, just like most Range Rovers.
Very true!
I think that's true to some extent. If you're buying an Adventure bike with a 21-inch front wheel, and the manufacture offers a 19-inch front wheel, and you never go off road. It seems like you're just wasting your money. Now my son racks up more miles off-road with his 1090 Adventure than on road. I am the other end. My V-Strom 650 spends all it's time on tarmac where it is more suited. Now most the people I know with KTM Adventure bikes spend a lot of time off road. Most the people with a BMW GS that I have met ride on road, but a fair number take them off road. Even Honda figured it out. The new Africa Twin Aventure Sports comes with a 19-inch front wheel.
Oooh, do we hint a touch of passive aggression towards the Chelsea school run brigade? 😂
@@woodywood3388 no, just a statement of fact😋
Just got a 24 plate GT PRO and I love it, great bike and great review
Congratulations!
i like the indicators as daytime running lights, as they give an indicator that its a motorcycle coming along, as the indicator lights can also be considered as terminal lights, as end of the motorcycle width...
Good review Andy. I used to have an early 800. Really like this latest Tiger.
As usual an excellent watchable review. Current uk road conditions in some regions also makes the adventure bike popular. These middle weight bikes are hitting the sweet spot for some on price and ability I reckon. 😊
Agreed....
Good Review Andy, nice to see illuminated switch gear! Overall nice looking bike.
Thanks! 👍
Nice one Andy, I tested the 900 and loved it, but I got a great deal the 1200 GT Pro under 15K with panniers, triple's have so much character!!!!
Got to love a triumph, there’s a tiger for everyone now. Great review.
Very happy with my 2023 GT Pro. I've come to love the cross plane crank. It's a do it all bike and doors it well.
Great to hear!
Hi Andy, I have to say, Adventure Bikes aren’t really my thing but you’ve done a great job of making me like this one - looks really quite good to ride and the looks are one of the best I’d say. Another great review as always 👍👍
Many thanks!
Bike sounds really nice.....the area you ride around looks fantastic with many, many pubs ....✌
There sure are....
The switch gear on my Chinses Zontes ZT350 T has back lights, which you can turn on and off
It is good to see Triumph upgrade the bike with these improvements. When it came out originally I said it made too little power for a modern 900 [ around 96hp I think from memory] especially when the competition was all making more. Now with the added power ,which it should have had in the first place ,Triumph have got it just about right. However they still should have stuck with the old smoother motor. I think the GT PRO is the one to go for and what they need to do next is get the weight down. Anyway, take care and ride safe.
Andy, great review. You hit the nail on the head with the daft crank. Take the inherently smooth 120 degree triple then make it rough to sound like a V twin and pretend it gives better off-road drive is just ridiculous. And then have to muck about to make it less rough! The reason I didn’t buy one was that vibration in the main. I also disliked the bars which had less pull back than the GT. I’m someone that would prefer the taller bike (despite my 5’8”) and, as you say, would rarely venture off the road. Cheers, Ian
Thanks Andy, good review.
My pleasure!
Hi Andy. I have one of the last 2004 Triumph Tiger 955i that came out of Hinckley. I also know the lad who built it. I road tested the 1200 but will be road testing the 900 soon as I think eventually when I can afford one it'll be the 900 I'll go for. Great bike review 👏
Nice one Dan!
Had my 71 plate rally pro 900 done 22,000 miles and 3 trips in Europe mine very comfortable and not sure it worth the upgrade love my bike Andy keep up the great vids 👍
Will do!
I had a Tiger 800xcx and my Wife always got hip pain as a pillion. We moved to the tiger 1200 GT PRO last year and the pain has gone. The grab bar is a tad more compact too with all the luggage, so I bought a "Grab Handle Set Compatible with Jeep Wrangler" for about £20 and they fitted perfectly. She's happy again
Happy wife, happy life, etc....
How’s the wind protection on the long run on the 1200 ? Tested one 2 years ago, and sincerely I wasn’t impressed.
Looked lovingly at the 900 having previously had a 800 tiger.... the earlier t plane seemed too vibey and I'm not a fan of tft screens.. so I found a low mileage 800 xrt old style clocks with all the bells and whistles (most of it not needed) and I'm a very happy with my choice. Saved myself at least £6k too...
The new 2024 model is a considerable improvement on the out going model, when I come to change my current tiger it will certainly be at the top of a short list....
I had the pleasure of riding an 800 Rally Pro through Tuscany in 2019 and a MY23 900 Rally Pro from Rome to Sicily in October last year. Bikes were supplied by Edelweiss Tours and were newish and well fettled. Overall we did about 4,000 k.s over 3 weeks all up.They are both great bikes, but unless you are very experienced and attuned to these types of machines, the differences in performance, power characteristics, and the nuances of suspension tune, they are more or less identical, apart from some newer higher spec TFT screens on the later bikes. They are IMO ideal touring bikes with enough power and handling to keep up with the BMW GS's and Ducati Multistradas even in the hands of an untutored fossil like me. (Sidebar- My ride in Melbourne, Australia is a 2019 Bonneville T120 Diamond with uprated brakes and suspension.}. Yes they are a bit top heavy at very low speed and while manoeuvring in the car park, and they are a bit hard to get onto the centre stand, but they are very capable and comfortable and ideal for blasting around the countryside and cities. My only issue was with the right hand OEM hard case, which is full size without any cut out or indentation to fit around the exhaust. While it preserves the internal volume of the luggage this leaves the bike about 10 inches wider on the RHS compared to the left! Tricky when splitting lanes or getting in and out of car parks; ask me how I know....Overall though a great alternative to a "full size" adventure bike for perhaps the less adventurous rider. Thanks for the review.
I saw all the Triumphs at the ABR, the Tigers are much better looking in real life than pictures. Saw you also but didn't want to disturb you. Looks like you both had a good time.
You should have said hello!! Next year.....
Good review as ever.
Thank you kindly!
It's good to see a proper display on the new bike. I've got the previous model 900 GT Pro and the display is the first thing I'd fix if i could.
Agreed - that alone is a worthwhile upgrade!
Good morning, Andy. When riding an adventure bike with 240 mm forks, dive will always be a factor. The Rally Pro features adjustable dampers, which can be tuned to improve brake dive. Even the new Honda Africa Twin with electronic suspension (ES) experiences noticeable brake dive.
That's why the GS is so good!! No fork dive under braking....
The Tiger lineup is going to become just like Street and Speed triple. So good that people are going to start complaining about it. No one wants to admit they ride on the road 99% of the time. They have been sold by marketing the amazing off-road dream.
Totally agree with the T-Plane crank. I recently upgraded my Striple to a Z1000sx as i needed something better for touring and and took a 900 GT for a test ride, fully expecting to buy one but just couldn't live with the engine. Can't see the point as the smooth triple has the best characteristics of a twin and 4 pot. If wanted a rough lumpy engine id go for a twin. A real shame as Triumph lost a sale. The Tiger Sport 1050 was great - if only they had kept the engine, especially for the road version of Tiger 900.
Leaning on an open door here.....
Agree. Why oh why Triumph Abandoned the much loved 1050 Tiger Sport is beyond me and many others.
Or a modern replacement for the Sprint GT 1050 which I’ve had from new and love. Also looking at the Z1000SX as a replacement, interested on your feedback on it.
What’s a T-plane crank?
I’ve got the 2023 GT version, absolutely fantastic bike! Found the rally was too tall for me at mere 5’ 8!
Good choice!
With reference to your comment about an ''Off Roader'' never, If very rarely 'Going Off road'' Here in España when a Biker friend and l go for a ride...both of us on Triumphs, Street Triple 675 & Speed Twin 900... the most common bikes we see on the country/mountain roads are either the 'Beemer' GS type or Triumphs Tiger series bikes...usually festooned with those damn great aluminium boxes...
I don't own those aluminium boxes for my GS but I'm seriously considering getting some!! Actually very practical....
Another honest warts and all review but 860 seat height I would need a ladder. I like to stop where I want not where I have too. Gt version for me. Interesting fact that is often missed average
Fuel range from a full tank.👍👍
fuel range from a full tank. 0:15
Nice review & bike. I much prefer it to the larger version but I don't do any two-up riding to speak of.
I own one.... falling out of love with it. Triumph really really needs to reroute the heat from the dual radiator fans. The hot air blowing on my knees and legs is getting annoying. Selling it just because of that. Most of the reviews from Europe and UK don't mention this problem. I have the Rocket 3 and Scrambler 1200 in my garage too,.... they don't blow hot air at the rider. Are you listening Triumph?
The Scrambler doesn‘t need to blow any hot air, the exhaust generates enough heat on its own.
I have the 22 gt pro and you can change the damping which will stop the diving.
Usual good revoew of Imho a fantastic bike. I tested the new 900GT in 2020 and just loved everything about it, but eventually kept my 800, as it does everything, and indeed more than I require. The only thing I disliked with the Rally reviewed is the running lights. Why, oh why did Triumph not just leave it with the 'eyebrows' rather than the one lamp lit. Perhaps one day, but with arthritis taking it's toll, maybe something a bit lighter for me haha.
Lovely bike. I had a Triumph Tiger 1050 which I was very happy with.
Yes I had one of those too!
A Thumbs up Bike and a Thumbs up review
I don't like the fact about the indicators being daytime running lights either. I can just imagine a car pulling out on me and then saying, 'oh sorry, you were indicating left/right, so thought it was okay to go'.
Exactly the same problem with BMW using indicators instead of a real rear brake light - these ideas just seem to be totally open to increased danger levels for the rider. Car drivers are used to and looking for proper brake lights on bikes and not indicators doing the same job
I thought this when I bought my Honda Forza in 2016 but after 8 years I have not had a problem. Seems Honda knew better than me.
As an owner of the previous model, The new Tft screen is much better. The new model has improved with vibrations.
I agree....
Nice review. Looks like my BMW F850.
Yeah, love the Tigers, as you know I have the Tiger 900 GT Pro 2022 and as an owner I got to say I love the dash which is slated in almost all reviews but once set it displays all you need and more, and a few clicks to TPS and rear suspension settings on the move, I think the newer 1200 screen is lacking detail haha! That said the Rally doesn't have suspension linked to performance modes as you probably already know by now. Can't say vibes are a real thing on the Tigers (yes you can most certainly feel them) but having had loads of annoying four cylinders with their constant vibes you really can live with the Tiger no problem. I can't say I have the urge to upgrade to the new polished version as my older model in Red is excellent!
Well if you find a bike that works for you why change!
Well, like you I've had major shoulder surgery which is still bothering me. When a bike like the Tiger seems comfortable it's not so with arms stretched out now. So will time fix my shoulder or will I have to change in future to stop the pain. Good job we have cruise control to rest my arm down.
Great review as usual. The GT with lower seat height and hopefully less weight. Would be my pick.
You and me both!
I got an older GT Pro, and you can switch it between daytime running light only and the single headlight on the left hand switch gear, so no need for the single headlight if you don't like it.
Probably the saw on the 2024 models as don't look like that's changed.
Maybe.....I hate that one eyed look!
Tiger 800 XCA 2016 owner here, l tested the 900 GT Pro 2024 past weekend, 200km highway 200 twisty mountain roads.(Sadly no Rally Pro as a test vehicle in any Triumph dealer near me)
My thoughts:
1. Stock exhaust is louder than expected, it wasn't that different than the Mivv l have on my 800.
2. TFT is not great takes too may clicks to do stuff, also turn signal is way too close to the directional button and have similar shape so l was signalling randomly way too many times.
3. My mirrors on 800 are useless between 5 and 6k rpm on the highway( could be due to knobby tires, bar raisers or upper crash bars because everyone praises how smooth the 800 is) no such vibrations at all on the 900 2024, but the first thing my passenger said "Oh this has more vibrations" go figure.
4. Stock pegs are a joke even on RP, they are almost half the size compared to 800 XCA.
5. The spring in the throttle is harder, it actually gave me a bit of a wrist pain. Maybe it will loosen up with time l have no idea
6. Engine is on a different level, it's almost comparing apples to oranges.
Still thinking if l should sell my bike and get a 24 but 18500 euros is a lot of money so probably will wait for end of summer to make a decision and see if they have any deals. Also my dealer told me there might be new colours coming up with 2025 models which shouldn't be that far away.
Thanks for that lot!
nice looking TFT
As you mentioned the GT variant would be better for you but I take your point on the colour options. I prefer the T plane on on my 1200 variant. Sounds and feel of the engine make it much better than the old model. Oh and, you had it in Rain mode not Road mode (just so you know 😂)
One thing nobody mentions about the 2024 model is the valve inspection intervals have been increased from 12k to 18K miles. That is a big cost of ownership savings.
Yes good point - thanks for that
Great review, thank you ! I like that you make practical comments about how the bike would be on a day to day use. My dealer promised to let me know when I can test ride the rally pro, I own a GT Pro , and I'm tempted by the number of little improvements.
I think in 2024 the brakes are linked so the rear also get some pressure even if just using the front brake like the BMW GS ?
I think I'll find the bike to tall, I'm 5' 7"
I'm curious that you find the bike to heavy, more than the GS ?
Before the GT Pro I had a vstrom 650 , that thing was difficult to handle at low speeds and also to move around.
Yes it's a similar story - the centre of gravity is high compared to the GS.....
I like the Tigers 900 and 1200, problem I find with Triumph they’ll change something minute and say it’s a new bike probably next year they will give you the 2 running lights call it anew bike 😮
Good morning Mr. Flyer. On my Tiger 900 GT I use the rear break A LOT because of fork dive. I guess I'm too cheap to get it re-sprung/re-valved.
Not a fan of ADV bikes but this one looks quite nice. I've no interest in off road, not that there's much of it in England, so I'll stick with the Speed Twin. Another good review, cheers.
Went to buy gt pro had a road test love how it looked engine and gearbox perfect. Now why I'm sticking with my 950 multistrada handling not as good on triumph heated grips useless not enough wind protection oh and the steering lock wouldn't work which I've heard someone else mention . Gutted because it looks and sounds good.
Thank you for a great review, I place a lot of stock in your opinions as you and I are the same height! Are the changes significant enough to not consider the previous 2020-2023 year models? Thanks!
Depends on the deal you can get I guess, for me the new TFT is quite a big deal so if money is not the primary Driver then I’d go for the new bike for that alone.
I had a test ride on the new 900 Tiger GT Pro when I was buying my Speed 400
Its very nice but nothing that would tempt me away from my BMW F750GS the Triumph TFT is nowhere near as good as the BMW one
I always wonder why most of the manufacturers build off road bikes with road tyres when they also have a riad going versions of the same bikes
I did the Bridgestone Trial at the ABR festival my first time off road was brilliant a shame you didnt feature it on your ABR video
Overall I think the Triumph is a very good bike but still needs a few important improvements such as electronic suspension adjustment even my BMW F750GS has it and its great for lowering the height of the bike
One thing BMW need to do with the F800GS is give it a much larger adjustable screen option back lit switch gear USD forks and a spoked wheel option with Dunlop Rally or Raid or similar tyres
Great review but the GT Pro would have been more relevant to most
Nice review as always Andy ty, i'd agree that a bike that seems class leading weight wise but feels heavy to lug around is probably the most disappointing feature of an otherwise superb looking machine.
Yes, a real shame that....if only they could get the weight lower...
Same!
Nice review as always, but I am still not tempted to buy one. I wish Triumph would ditch the T plane crank. For now I’m sticking with my silky smooth Tiger 800XRT which is great for touring and general riding. I also have a surprising capable Scram 411 for when I’m trying to recapture my youth. Big grin factor!
Leaning on an open door here with that one - 120 degree triples rock!
My very first bike is a Tiger Sport 660. When I'm ready to upgrade to my next bike, the Tiger 900 Pro (either GT or Rally) will be up there on my list of bikes to consider. Thanks for the review. BTW, couldn't find it in the description, but what gloves are those?
Watch to the end of the video for details!
Great review of a good looking bike
The wobbly crank seams to be regressive move by Triumph, I’ve just bought a late 1050 Tiger Sport which in my opinion is a far superior bike for less than half the money.
Yes I loved the old Tiger Sport
Great review 👍 I have a GT PRO on order for 1st September !! Be interested to know your opinion if you get chance to ride the GtPro 😁👍🏍️
I currently have a 2018 Tiger XRX and am contemplating an upgrade to either a GS or HD PanAmerica. However, I recently demoed the 2024 Rally Pro and was super impressed. As someone who owns a GS and loves it, what do you think about this bike vs the GS (price difference aside)?
The Triumph is lovely but too tall and too heavy compared to the GS - looks far better though!
Dont agree re the best paint schemes, I think this one is fine but the most stuning is the Red GTPro in my opinion.
One of the best looking trail/touring bikes, Triumph certainly make nicely finished bikes. Are you going to try the GT Andy ? It's the version that would suit most people and might be easier to move around.
Yes I'd like too - but so many bikes, so little time....
Nice bike - better than the BMW F800GS.
The windscreen adjuster will not be accessible when a nav unit is mounted. It seems silly to design it like that on an adventure bike.
Good morning!
Morning!
Hi there ! I used to have a Tiger 800 XCA 2016 model. Was great, however, when riding two up with luggage, brakes would appear as undersized. I upgraded to a Versys 1000 SE, then either single or 2 up fully loaded I wouldn’t feel any difference. How does this Tiger 900 stand ? Thanks !
Never found it an issue when I rode the 900 two up in Japan….
Thanks for posting. I believe on a previous posting, I asked whether you were using the Schuberth communicator when riding wit the mrs. At the time, you said no. Since then, have you acquired the communicator? If so, how are you liking it?
Yes we are both now using the built-in comms, and it seems to work just fine - we only use it for basic COM though and I know it can do so much more.
@@TheMissendenFlyer Perfect. Thanks. I would also use them for basic com and probably gps audio. Not much of a group rider. Will probably be replacing my C3 Pro towards the end of the year.
Hi Andy
I agree with your assessment the one sided head light 🤮 and yes I also think the same the GT have the smooth triple and the Rally with the T-plane engine on the 900 and the 1200 but why do they only have a one sided head light so why can’t they have a light cluster like the 1200 it’s cool 🤷♂️
100% with you....
T-plane makes one appreciate the word “changes” rather than improvements; great bike though.
Had a 900GT Pro ‘20 Reg, the issue I had with it was on major roads, dual carriageways/motorways, you can be in 6th gear at 60 mph and anymore speed it seemed to rev too high making a long journey painful, it needed a 7th gear or overdrive, do you know if any changes have been made to the gearing at all. Cheers. Paul.
ps. Great review, thanks.🏍️😎
I‘ll be picking up one of these tomorrow for a 4 day rental. Am curious to see how different it is from my 850 Sport. Looks like a lovely bike, I‘ll know more in the coming days.
@@woodywood3388 let us know how it goes, love to hear your thoughts. 👍
@@paulscarlett2028 It‘s slightly more top heavy than the 850 (higher seat) which meant my first corner with a pillion was a wake up call. Was easy to adapt once you were aware of the issue. What i don‘t like is the hot air that blows on your thighs, even at normal speeds. I‘m used to excess heat when riding slowly, but you would expect it to go away once you‘re going faster. Not so, at least so far.
@@paulscarlett2028 day three update: hot air problem has disappeared. It was a lot cooler today (17-20 Celsius instead of 27-30) and there were no issues whatsoever with the heat. I rode for several hours with my son as a pillion and the bike is smooth, stable and comfortable. We each weigh around 84kg and the bike dealt with is admirably. Tomorrow’s my last day when I use it to take my motorbike test. Wish me luck and I’ll give a final verdict tomorrow.
I'm surprised that it has fork dive. Even on my 300l Rally, they have virtually eliminated it ,since the 250 version. Really pretty bike, though.
Great review mate as always, How did you fit on the bike, I'm 5ft 9 with a 32 inside leg ?
Very tall and top heavy for me (and we are the same size)
In case it helps, I tried the GT Pro version and, with a 32” inseam, I could flat foot it more or less.
@andrewmeads6136 cool thanks mate that's what I was wondering
I watched your review of the F900 GS. How do they compare? Like you I don't do dirt.
I agree I never understood why they went to the T plane crank in doing so I know of 4 people that moved away to a Gs or Gsa and not interested in going back. Shame really as it was triumph that got me back into two wheeled adventures hey ho thir loss
The GT pro version is the bike I will buy if want a lighter bike than a GS.
Morning. I am surprised there's no sat nav prep on the bike and did you feel any heat coming out of the side vents?
Didn't notice any heat no....
I was thinking this might be a good replacement for my GS. Seems like a pretty good deal too! Any idea about maintenance on this bike? I'm used to doing my own on my GS (so easy to do on the boxer motor) but, this looks like it would be a bit more complicated.
You’re asking the wrong man there!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Yeah, understood.
I'm surprised you didn't mention the heat. Did you experience any heat issues coming from the engine? I test rode a 900GT about 5 days ago and while it was and excellent machine, the engine heat was a bit too much for me. Sad because the Tiger has always been a dream bike for me. I'm cross shopping the Tiger 900 and the F800GS so far the F800 has it for me.
No I didn't notice any heat issues though I know it's a common complaint....
@@TheMissendenFlyer It was a very hot day with high humidity so i'm sure that didnt help, but I definitely noticed on my shins and thighs after once the bike was at running temperature that it was approaching being uncomfortably hot. That really is the only thing holding me back on picking a Tiger900. I may see what the 2025's are like, since most likely they will be here before i am able to pull the trigger. Excellent video as always. Top notch content indeed.
Interesting how Triumph can fit tubeless tyres with spoked rims to this bike, but for some reason do not do likewise for the T120/100 etc…
Having owned bikes with both types of tyres and have fallen victim to punctures with both, the tubeless tend to be less aggravation.
Agreed - though the spoke lacing on the ADV bikes is quite distinctive - might look odd on a retro bike (I suspect that's part of the reason)
At 9k quid for a 2024 Honda Transalp and 15k quid for this Triumph, I wonder if it's worth it? However, I can see the bike has better features and a higher spec. To me, the tubeless tyres, and the better suspension would be the high value items, although I find my Transalp comfortable enough.
There’s something about the spoked wheels that I don’t like. It looks to me like there aren’t enough spokes. I had a Tiger 800 for seven years. It was a great bike that did everything very well, so with extra go, the 900 should be even better.
Yes agreed, I loved the 800 and the 900 is better all round (bar the spokes maybe!)
Looks very nice, but why do manufacturers continue using those pisspot brake fluid reservoirs?
Tell me about it!!
Cheap.
In the process of machining some aluminum pots for my Norton.
The TFT went backwards a bit compared to the previous 900 panel in regards to less info displayed at one time. Too many menus to navigate to get to the engine temperature, odometer just to name 2 important data points that could and should be displayed 100% of the time if one desires, as I do.
I way prefer this version personally
I'm seriously considering selling my 2019 800 XCa for this year's Rally Pro model.
Fantastic review and bike love the colour on it? Just too heavy and high for a short weakling like me! Do love it
Yes it is a difficult one for us weaklings to move around - I love the bike but the height and feeling of weight would stop me buying.
I agree with you on the single headlight. Despise that on all bikes. By why in heck would you not like the turn signals doubling as running lights? That is something I always look for. The more lighting the better when you're on a tiny machine in amongst the herd steel boxes not paying attention. Very disappointed to hear that. Hope the manufacturers don't listen to you.
I doubt they will!!
Hi what bike do you prefer between the new tiger 900 and the Yamaha tracer 900 gt + 2024.
Haven’t ridden the Yamaha yet but watch this space!
Fork dive: just manually stiffen front forks. Easy. Indicators for other uses: lethal. Front seat has an unacceptable gap. Just doesn't fit. Last two are deal changers😢.
I don't know why I watch your videos, well I do they're good and always interesting, but having grown up in Hertfordshire I have ridden on many of the Bucks roads you ride on and get a bit homesick looking at the flintstone walls and Fullers pubs.
I'm in Oz now and always interested when you talk of the running lights and headlights, here headlights 'ON always' is legislated. All bikes have headlights on as standard. We don't have the option of only daytime running lights. Also, removing a catalytic convertor can incur a $10,000 fine. So your Kawasaki exhaust would be an issue.
As for the Tiger I can't get my head around the look of the spokes being so far out to the side of the wheels. Alloys?
Glad to provide you with some good memories of home!! ...and interesting what you say about the legislation there.....a good price to pay for decent weather (cold and raining here today).....
Surely having the indicators on as running lights is crazy dangerous. At a glance someone might think your turning and pull out in front of you?
Great looking bike, too tall for me, (unlike the GT) could barely tip toe the ground, on the plus side you do feel much taller with more presence. Pity about the asymmetric lights. Tigers don't disappoint as good all round bikes.
Totally agree
I'd be surprised if I could hear the engine through the Go-pro, assuming you were using the Osmo 4? 😀😀😀
Good point! (...and yes, I'm exclusively Osmo now, the GoPro is dead to me!!)
A reverse gear would come in handy.
Have you had a go on a 180° crank Jota? I wonder how these triples compare.
No I haven't....
@@TheMissendenFlyer I think you'd love the magnificent sound, rumble like a Spit, but they are serious brutes (very tall), old school, '70's
Doubt if there's any similarity. Jotas were lovely bikes but had very heavy clutches and the engine wasn't the most reliable.
@@splodge5714 only a mesh oil 'filter', but built like tractors. Pure character, that you don't get in more modern bikes. I miss the challenge.
This is another excellent review, but for us short legged people why do they make the seat so high or at least more adjustable, I have a inside of 29” and I’m 5’ 10” so I feel like a penguin on these tall bikes, so I’ll stick to my z1000 sx
I have the same 29” inside leg & have a new Tiger 900 GT Pro, with the standard seat on the low setting I can virtually flat foot with no problem.
Agreed...
0:31 what about the 0.03 second appearing screen ?
What about it?
A bit odd to whine that a true adventure bike is off road focused. I guess typical of BMW owner. I rode together with a guy riding this bike in the sand, gravel and mountain passes of the Karoo in South Africa and it was in its element. As a KTM rider that actually rides around the world on every surface and condition planet Earth has to offer I was very impressed with this Triumph ( remember it’s not just sold in Blighty ) but also America, Canada, Australia, and South Africa, China, Vietnam, Thailand etc etc where the riders will be on all sorts of surfaces.
Didn’t bother to see this reviewer at ABR in Warwickshire - that I ride to from Africa !!! See Adam Rieman for good reviews and tips
What a fascinating comment Rupert - all sorts of rudeness hidden in there! All the best and safe ride back to Africa....