2020 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Low | First Ride Review
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- čas přidán 22. 02. 2021
- 2020 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Low | First Ride Review
Triumph have got us shorter riders covered with a low version of their popular Tiger 900 adventure bike, but is the bike compromised due to the chassis and suspension changes? Join me for the first ride review, of the 2020 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Low!
Many thanks as always to Triumph UK for the loan of the bike.
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My Riding Gear:
Helmet - Shark D-Skwal 2.0
Jacket - Oxford Mondial
Trousers - Rokkertech Vintage Jeans
Gloves - Rukka Rytmi
Boots - Daytona Arrow Sport GTX
My Camera Gear:
Helmet Cam - GoPro Hero 7 Black
Handlebar Cam - Insta360 One R
B Roll Cam - Sony A6300
My measuerments:
5'7" with 30 inch inseam. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Being an accomplished rider at 5’6” but now in my mid 60s, I fell in lust with the GT Low as soon as learning of its availability. At my age, I appreciate not having to worry about planting a foot at normal traffic stops. For years I became use to sliding my backside to one side to achieve a foot down. It is a pleasant experience making the machine height fit a rider physique verses the rider having to perform odd techniques to safely stop. Off road on the GTL is fine as long as you stick to manageable terrain. Mountain goat trails are for the younger, stronger riders. I love watching their skills but know I am one of the small percentage of 65+ two wheel junkies.
‘...as long as you enjoy yourself, that’s what counts...’. Truer words were never spoken!
Great review Dan. Glad to hear you're recovered and back in the saddle. Looking forward to your review of the GT Pro. Keep smiling... :)
Glad to see triumph thinking about us short people. Will definitely buy this if I go for an adv.
Notification is working for me Dan. Another good review. The 30 in. Inseam group can always use more bike options.
Thanks for checking, I've had a few people say they've not had notifications of new videos for a while.
Cheers Dan nice review, subscribed and love the fact you test a variety of bikes and you’re honest, some reviewers are scared to say bad things incase they don’t get another ride. 👍🏴
Thanks Steve! I try to be objective, although I also LOVE motorbikes and honestly can't remember the last time I rode a bad bike.
I love that they make this bike. All the features in a bike that fits my body. Another 5’6” fella here. 👋🏾👍🏾
Road should allways have priority over talking on a bike, well done there over roadworks. I see too many vloggers ignoring the traffic putting themselves and others in danger for the sake of a perfect shot. It's ok to concentrate on the road, explain yourself and carry on with whatever you have to say. We're here to see the bike perform, not necesarily a perfect description whilst riding. Really nice video, well done.
Good vid Dan, happy you are recovering ..... take it steady 👍
Nice bike, very informative and a good vid presentation mate
Production quality level >9000 👍👍
Another great review dan , keep them coming , congrats on new 888cc bike aptly named 850 ha ha
Cracking reviews im 5ft 8in so all your vids appeal to me this bike looks great, I need to get a test ride im bored with my street twin.
Great review!
thanks a lot gor the great video. I would love to hear your thoughts on how it compares to the BMW F750GS.
Sorry to hear you had been ill, but glad you’re doing better now 👍. As a “Yank” I always get a chuckle out of the mixed units of measure when it comes to gas, a tank volume in liters but mileage in miles to the gallon 😆. Great review ! Looking forward to many more 😃👍.
Aren't the different measurements weird?! Makes me chuckle too and I live here. 😂
Great review Dan. Another disabled rider with a 27” inseam here 😂. I have a Triumph Thruxton R which I had to have lowered to feel comfortable on and more recently a Street Triple RS which I teeter about on. However, I was loaned a 900GT Low for a long weekend and absolutely loved it the minute I pulled away from the dealers. Even I can very nearly flat foot it. Such a comfortable and easy bike to ride with plenty of get up and go. Just the wacky rev display lets it down. And after the wonderful sound track of the Thruxton and Street RS a better sounding end can would be nice. Having to hand the 900 back and ride home on my RS on a cold and windy late afternoon was actually horrible and I regretted not having bought one instead of the RS . I’m sure I would ride more and for longer if I get one.
Yeah they are really fun but also so practical! 👍
Always glad to see riders with same height. I will definitely look into this one
I'm 5'6" and a huge Triumph fan so this bike is very appealing to me!
Great review, i would also say that at 5 feet 7ish then the gt pro with the low seat fitted in lowest setting allows both feet flat as well, that's what i have found with my pro, but as Dan says, the low seat is a little on the hard side.
Finally I found you - a review of the Tiger 900 Low - getting to a shop to just sit on these bikes is a bit difficult right now in Canada - first they don’t have many (stock), second the pandemic has put plenty of restrictions on showroom visits (+ winters kills test rides in Canada). Again inseam measurements is the key for many vertically challenge riders (taller review riders definitely don’t get it). But thanks for all your information!
Did I forget to mention my inseam? I'm a 29" so not the tallest! Glad it helped and good luck with the bike purchase. 👍
@@Englishbikerdan I think you did - you certainly said you had short legs (understood) and thanks
Great review 👍
And nice to see that Jack's fish n chips shop has reopened in Bagshot 😁
honestly i love the tracer 9gt ....but it is very high for me..81-83 mm...and i am 1.70cm...i cant flat foot so i dont feel confident on it.
but now i discovered this tiger gt low which is 5 cm lower! ...94hp and a 3 cylinder engine sames as tracer. wow , thank you a lot, i think i found my forever bike.
Great ride and info. Do you know if fitting the heated seat the seat height will still be the same as the standard seat?
Great review buddy . I like to try the low and normal. What Is the jacket you have on?
Good to see the Mojo back Dan. Nice bike that. Triumph have a nice pidgeon hole with the Tiger. See you on the next one.
My local roads there Dan. Good review, I too have short legs (5'8") so will consider this when I change my current bike.
Me too, my Street twin is an ideal bike for me as it’s really low.
I tried one of these out last Christmas and knew within about 5 minutes I would buy it. Slow speed stability and maneuverability was impressive. The speed is there when you need it. The cruise control is very nice. I have about 500miles on it, and bought some panniers for it and will bring Touring my home state of Texas...
Hi Dan....Great vid thanks....hey could you tell me what jacket that is you have on
Cheers 😊
I am exactly 1.70 tall but I am not very encouraged by the low configuration due to the shock absorber cutout since I weigh 120 kg. Could I get a comfortable height if I bought the standard version with the lower seat?
Good review. Do Triumph do a GT pro Low ?
I used to had two Tigers and lowered the with lowering kits, now have a R 1200 RS but very interesting with GT low for all purpose long ways. I m 28 inseam :)
Does the Tiger low have tire pressure monitor and quick shift and can you use your phone for navigation?
Hello dan,after l see the video (triumph tiger gt low)so l bye tiger low 😀😀thank you for a good info in the video..drive safty 🤟🤟🤟🤟
May I ask what the ground clearance is? Would it be able to go from the curb down to the road with clearance?
Hi getting one tomorow! Where did you say I could get x mart heated seats from???
Well done Triumph, I can't understand why manufacturers like KTM have such rediculous seat heights as it must limit their sales quite a bit, especially on the larger bikes. BMW have however been doing this for years, but offering a seat height reduction option (which uses the same formula of thinner seat and shorter suspension springs) across the range rather than producing a seperate model so shorties like me are not just limited to just a few models which might not have all the options you want. I'm the same height as you and am now on my 3rd GS, 2 1200s and now the 1250, all have had seat height reduction. They hold their value well too because the low options are always in demand. But don't tell anyone 😂
I've yet to ride the new 1250! I'd be ok on the standard one but a bit tippy toes! 😂
You should try one😉 For us shorties the reduction down to 800mm from the standard 850mm makes a big difference when doing slow stuff
I had the low 1200 XCX , makes a big difference to your confidence when riding. I did have the 1200 XCA and it was vert tall and much more difficult to feel comfortable on.
Yeah definitely a big factor when feeling confident on a bike.
Hi Dan, great review and I agree with everything you say. I recently bought a Triumph Tiger 900 GT pro and love everything about it, almost. My only gripes are minor: not easy to find overall distance in the menu, turning the key to the lock position is fiddly, it is still slightly top heavy at a standstill. Last week I had the opportunity test ride the 2021 BMW GS 1250 in Paris where I live and do most of my riding. After the hour-long test, I discussed my impressions with the dealer: IMO the Triumph sounds better, is sportier, has better suspension, a way better gearbox and better mirrors and is 50kg lighter. I am 5"8. I was expecting the GS to be much to cumbersome for me BUT...strangely, upon reflection, the GS was easier to lift from it's side stand, I had both feet on the ground and it seemed lighter, it felt effortless and relaxing to ride at all speeds and was really stable and easy to monoeuvre through dense traffic and, although it felt slower, was in fact faster. It just felt more sure-footed in all situations. So, although I love this GT and would recommend it to all riders wanting a fun triple experience, I personally am trading for the GS😊
Thanks! Did you watch my GS 1250 review yet? The only downside for the GS is the price really.
@@Englishbikerdan Hi Dan, I did indeed. Bought and sold the GS😂I did love it but the Paris speed limit keeps going down and is now 18mph! I still do most of my rinding in this area so I bought an Aprillia Tuono that I traded in again for a Fantic 500 Scambler!! Insane, I know. But I think that I have found perfection for my daily commute and weekend use. In an ideal world, I'd have kept them all in my garage! If ever you have time to test the Fantic just for fun, it is a real blast at legal speeds and weighs just 150KG fully fuelled. Take care, Tony
I'm looking to buy a used GT Low, does anyone know if you can fit a quick shifter and the connectivity pack as accessories or do they need to be ordered with the bike new ?
With this bike's suspension setup. Anyone think it's a modern scrambler with fairings?
would getting a gt pro and putting on a lowering kit be a better idea?
Good to know that the heated seats will raise the seat height from 760mm to 780mm.
Great review Dan. I bought a 900GT low last September, absolutely fantastic bike. I agree with you on the torque range, it seems to be from low down and then across the rev range. I went for the GT low and then added the heated comfort seat and the shift assist. I'm a short arse at 5'6" and I can almost flat foot it with the heated seat, (which is very comfortable) I test rode the GT Pro and was on tippy toes. Buy one mate, you will never regret it. Did you mention the cruise control? It's really easy to set and adjustable in 1mph increments up or down, (GT doesn't have back-lite switchgear). The fit and finish is top notch as we've come to expect from Triumph.
Were they expensive add-ons Del? Those are the two options I would look to get if I were to get the GT low.
I never used the cruise control tbh as I didn't use any motorways. Glad you're enjoying the bike. It was a hoot! Thanks for watching 👍
@@RedlineRossi I think the heated seat was £270 and the shift assistant was £280. Might be a little bit out because these might be the figures I told the wife 🙈 but they're pretty close
@@delwilliams9042 Lol thanks 😁👍
Can I flat foot on gt low normal seat ? I am 5' 4" .
Is it worth moving to this from a 750gs? Tried a street triple and found the engine much smoother.
I always wanted to see the low version but with the stock seats what it looks like just cause i need that extra inch and half to be both feet planted !! I rather lower the bike than the lower seat i knew isn't comfortable 👋👏
Love the review. I’m thinking of getting one of these in the 2021 model. I already have a 2022 street triple r low. You think This would be a better touring bike?
As good as the Street Triple is, this would be better for touring.
I'm looking forward to your video of the 2021 version of the CB650R, mine is expected to be delivered in 2 months in matte black
Me too! Bit of a delay sadly on getting one to test. 😔
Hello Dan. I’m taller than you, but a shorter inside leg - 29”. No problems on my Street Triple reaching the ground. I did a test ride on the regular GT Pro and had no problems with it - so will be no problem for you with a longer leg than me. Loved the Rally Pro, but it was just too much of a stretch. Getting a Tenere 700, normally too tall, but should work with the lower seat and lowered links - drops the height by around 40mm.
It’s the inside seam/leg that’s critical rather than the person’s height, so thanks for providing that detail.
Good review. Cheers.
Hi Tahir, seems you had the same issue with the Rally Pro. Hope the Tenere is good. Thanks for watching!
If you change to the comfort seat will you make the bike taller.
I'm 6'0" with a 30" inseam. I was set to buy the 850 Sport, but felt uncomfortable with the height. I'm coming from a low seat cruiser. Last minute I switched to the 900 GT Low.
you got the extra torso option! haha. i have same inseam. sat on this bike at the dealership and loved it! already got a trident 660. they're not getting more of my money!! lol Hope you're loving the Tiger!
ihear there is cruise control; ; does it have tpms, engine temps, quick shifter ?
As I am just a merely 168 cm there isn't much of a choice in terms of bikes. This one is by far my favourite one. I would love to get my hands on one
how far the different between this and cb500x in terms of comfort ?. Love this channel
I never found my CB500X to be all that comfortable. The Tiger is much more comfortable for me.
I have sat on, but not ridden, a GT Pro, and with the seat in the lowest setting, I felt pretty comfortable. This coming from a man with a 28” inseam. My local Triumph dealer just got a GT Low in, and I want to try it out, just for comparison. The sitting position on the Pro was very comfortable for me. I’m wondering if I wouldn’t be slightly cramped on the Low version. Anyway, thanks for your insights.
Thank you bro. I also have a 20” inseam and will definitely check one of these out.
How did you get on sitting on the gt low with the 28" inseam?
@@EngJarvo I actually got to test ride the GT Low version. I must say, I did feel a little cramped on that bike. My knees were bunched up more than I wanted them to be. I think for me, I would go with the GT Pro with the seat in the lowest position.
Hi Dan, did you find the large speedometer annoying always displaying 50 mph looking like 050 60 060 looks knaff and off putting?
I'll be honest, I didn't notice it much.
I’m 5’7 and that’s my next bike in blue! Thanks Triumph for giving us short riders the pleasure of riding with no worries! 😊
Dear Dan, another great honest rider review. Can you see if you can review the 2021 MT07 please.
Thank you! Yamaha ride vids are doubtful until lockdown ends as dealers aren't doing demo rides. I've reached out to Yamaha UK to see if they would put me on their press fleet but sadly they don't seem to see the value in CZcams reviews. Hey ho!
@@Englishbikerdan Hi Dan, thanks for reply. I think Yamaha may be shooting themselves in the foot by not allowing you a ride. Yamaha have very strong competition this year from the Trident. I thought you trip to Tenerife to ride the Trident was excellent very envious. Keep up the good job you do.
@@cradley1 Thanks Pete, it was a great opportunity for sure and one I'll remember for a long time!
I'm think this is the better option those who have no intention of going off road because of the lower centre of gravity..
I'm actually taller than you but I have really short legs. I can ride the normal GT on the lowest seat height but I'd rather go for the low and put the comfort seat in the highest position on.
Really difficult to get on and off the normal one with the rear seat being very tall and wide.
What’s the knee bend like?
Can you get carplay installed ?
One not so forthcoming fact to consider when buying the low version is the total load carrying capacity, I don't know if has changed on the new bike but my 2017 model has a maximum weight of 140kg. Being a solo rider with luggage is fine but 2 up touring could be an issue.
Hadn't thought of that! Good info. 👍
im agree with you im short and fat i need low bike but no for the monoshok
Late to this video, but definitely bike i’m going for.
It's a corker of a bike! 👌
Does it have cruise control? I'm just lazy to go back to check it.
It's an option you can buy. The GT Pro has it as standard I think.
Please review the Triumph Speed Triple RS 🏍️🎃😀👍🪂
Hopefully, that depends on Triumph.
If you're wondering if it has fun factor, just watch Schaaf ride the Rally Pro in the twisties. You'll see it has loads of potential.
Oh I'm sure it does, the Rally Pro was just a bit too tall for me. I'm not into pushing as hard as Schaaf does on the road. That was me in my twenties, I like a chill life these days!
@@Englishbikerdan The safer, less frequently visiting the hospital life. That's the smart way to ride. You'll get to enjoy the rides and life longer too.👍
@@Roy_Godiksen Amen! He's a hell of a rider though but I've lost one too many friends.
Really good review.
I'm from India and just fail to understand why the Low model isn't sold here. It's prime market for it here. 😀
I'd fit in well in India then! :D It could be due to lower ground clearance perhaps?
@@Englishbikerdan no its definitely not the ground clearance. We have Harley-Davidsons, Ferrari, Lambo, Porsche selling their bikes/cars. Who knows what's the rationale.
i m 5.4 inch tall can i ride this bike...
Has anyone tried the Gt low off road? Love everything about the bike but no one's really done an off road review and I have head people comment that with the low ride height it pegs a lot more
The GT is a more road focused and the low has less suspension travel than the standard GT so it wouldn't be ideal.
I really want one. I’m so darn short 😂. It comes down to 💵. Trying to save up for a substantial down payment right now. I could ride it nearly year round except for the occasional snowfall here, it rarely gets below freezing.
It does have a quickshifter. You have to enable it in "BIKE SETUP"
The GT/GT Low doesn't come with the quickshifter as standard. This press bike didn't have it on either. It's an optional extra for £350. If you want it standard you'll have to get the GT Pro model.
Any word on part 2 of Germany tour?
Just got my footage back from the recovery company. So time to look at it all again, should be some good laughs!
Dan, would you have this over the 850 sport?
I would not, mainly due to price.
@@Englishbikerdan cheers matey
inside leg?
5'3" female here! Looking at this bike this weekend as a replacement for my 2020 Ninja 650 KRT. I hate how vibrational/buzzy my 650 is, how is the triple engine in these? I have my hands (and feet!) go numb after a 40 minute ride right now D:
I don't find any issues with my 850. I'm quite used to vibrations though so I'd say try one for yourself as everyone seems to feel vibes differently.
Hi! Have you tried the bike? Can you put your feet flat down? I'm 5'4" and thinking at this bike too. Thanks!
@@elena-cezaramanoliu6770 I couldn't flat foot but I could tip toe on both feet and get one foot flat if I scooted to the side. Make sure the seat is in the lowest position if you try it.
@@steelemoto4190 ,thanks!!😘🤗
what does shift assist mean? thank you
It's a Quickshifter and blipper. Change gear without clutch.
sweet man sweet
has engine and ambient temps for display ? tpms ? unfortuately no options in asia; you get what seat they bring in. Ditto any bike !
I word of caution - I loaded my bike up with accessories like a connectivity module, center stand, shift assist, and an Arrow Can - and I am almost at the price of the GT PRO. Eating a la carte is expensive.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I have the 800, l went out on the 900 GT pro, got to say l was blown away by it so much lm risking a divorce to get one!
Worth it. 😂
Character In the video It's great, I like it a lot $$
5'5" on a gs1200 is a regular sight here where i live.
With accompanying step ladders 😁
Lol when youre shorty, you called the foot pegs as side steps 😁 completely doable if the gs is your weekend adventure bike, but when you combine filtering traffic into city centre during weekdays and adventure weekends, this is when the GT low would probably come in handy.
I'm short ya bastard f#$k you 😂.... great review, I'm 5"7 and will go to my local dealer for a test ride after this review, THANKYOU 👍
Can you flat foot on both sides?
Watch the video. 😊
Ok I see you can!
Thanks for watching!
You're welcome 🙂
😊👍
Buffeting… I know exactly where that came from!
Haha. I am happy someone spotted my nod to Mr May.
Not "short" Dan, ... Concentrated
I love it! 😂
17” front woulda been nice
Not once while riding did I think it needed it though. If someone had told me it was a 17" wheel I would have believed them.
@@Englishbikerdan good to know. I love the look of a 17” though.
I think this loW version makes better sense than the sport. But, triumph needs to work on the dash, make it easier to look at👎
Everything is good but no money to buy it
1 more improvement needed, the dash👎
Yes, not a huge fan of the design of the dash.
if only another 5cm less, it will be suitable for us people under 5"
Triumph mirrors have a habit of working themselves loose, or being knocked loose accidentally . It's something they should have fixed by now.
2 years in and my Tiger mirrors are fine. I've bashed them about a bit too! 😂
I’m 165 cm, this bike is made for people like me, But I have to say that unfortunately it is uglier than the original one.
I disagree regarding looks but that's subjective anyway.