Living with the 2017 Triumph Tiger Sport - Long Term Review
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- Living with the 2017 Triumph Tiger Sport - Long Term Review : I've now lived with the Tiger Sport for many hundreds of miles having ridden it in all weathers, temperatures and conditions. Overall I love the bike but what is it like to actually live with? What are those day to day things about ownership the magazine reviews don't tell you? Watch this video to find out.....
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Love your reviews, i've been away from biking for eleven years ,and i have one of these being delivered this friday. It's the looks of the bike , the test ride ,and your review that sealed the deal, thanks TMF.
Congratulations and welcome back!
Brilliant as always TMF thinking of changing my 07 gsa and this is in the running thanks for all the hard work you put in to make our choosing easier 👍👍
Just got back into biking after 15 year lay off. Got a sprint 955i which I love but now due to your glowing review I must have a sport.
I have had this model for six months, ridden everyday and it hasn't missed a beat. Comfy and fast on motorways, flickable on back roads and is a surprisingly good filterer. Missenden flyer you need to buy one!
Well I used to have one and I have a general rule not to have the same machine twice....but I must admit I am tempted! ...well I would be if the GS didn't exist ;0)
Got the 2018 model - nice bike, handles brilliant and plenty of power, what isnt so great is the vibrating mirrors at higher speeds, cant always make out what that is behind you. Put mine into sport mode to do 200 motorway miles one morning and wow - you feel the difference, handling and everything goes from very good to just great.
The face you make when you have to say goodbye! haha Priceless! :D
Another pro like review! Been off work this week ill and caught up with most of your vids. Very entertaining look forward to watching more 👍
Thank you Dave....
One of the best bikes money can buy, for sure.
Very well made review series.
Thank you...
Hi TMF loving the vlogs as always. I HUG my 62 reg 1050 speed triple every time i enter the garage, fantastic bike and wot a sound with my twin akro's on Awsome machine.
Great stuff Nigel - glad it's not only me :0)
Hi again TMF, been following these reviews with interest as I own a 2012 1050SE. Not unsurprisingly there are a lot of similarities that you've picked up on. Re the fuel range, this is being constantly measured and is caculated on the current speed/ load on the engine. Hence why it increased at motorway speed. For me the things that really need updating on this bike are the dash layout, moving the control buttons onto the handlebar and switching the cruise control to the left side. Also shaft drive would be nice too, but maybe that would push up the price too much. Love the bike though and yet another great review. Keep up the good work! 👍
+Andy Domanski Thanks Andy...
My Sprint 1050 does 55 mpg outside city on the speeds between 60-80 miles.My previous Yamaha xj6 does the same.I think for a liter bike it is highly fuel efficient
Really informative review- thanks for these really valuable videos. Looks a great bike! I agree with previous comments on a chain oiler, well worth getting if you use your bike on a regularly!!
+The Scouse Bandit Thank you!
Good to know the lights are ok, I've owned a few bikes and had to fit extra lights to them. Excellent video.
Thank you sir - the camera really doesn't do lights justice, these were great....
On a less facetious note, a very good observation about illumination of controls, the absence of which is curious. I also had the idea, now in the public domain, of illuminating the side stand area. On my 3 bikes, the little spigot is located in entirely different locations wrt the foot rests. It's quite embarrassing to drop the bike for want of putting the side stand down.
+Nick Laskaris Yes I've yet to ride two bikes where the side stand is in the same spot!!
Good honest review Mr Flyer, The centre stand should be standard equipment on all bikes. If I had not brought the GS the Tiger Sport was nearly there
Yeah it's a top bit of kit, did make me think I must admit....
...fabulously thorough as usual!
Thank you Ian :0)
Hi TMF - well it has taken me a year since I first saw these reviews but I have finally taken delivery of my own Tiger Sport: Matt Black with centre-stand, low seat and heated grips. After three days of ownership I have to say it's an awesome machine. I'm going to have to change my CZcams name to Bonny Tiger now - lol.
Well it's still a Triple of course! I love the big ol' Tiger Sport I have to say, I have even wondered whether I'll go for one again if/when my GS gives up the ghost....Great looking bike with a fabulous engine, congratulations and enjoy....
Hi TMF. I have now had my Sport for two years and I have to say, it is the best bike I have ever owned. I find it a bit of a pain pushing round my yard and my dealers are paid up members of the mafia but apart from that - perfection.
Nice one! Thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF
Great review as ever please keep up the good work. 😊
+tarmacscratcher CZcams Thanks and will do...
I love the tiger sport. I have just traded my 2016 speed triple in for the new rs765. Which is a bullet and can tour. France belgium and bak via haversack. Wat i love about the tiger 1050 sport is the comfort. Could fide this bike all day long.
Yeah, I miss my old Tiger 1050 in many ways (all except the gearbox!)....
Another great review....Thanks....I love this bike
You're welcome - glad you found it of interest.....TMF
Really enjoyed watching your review, really great to watch an honest appraisal. You didn't mention the gearbox. I own a Sprint ST and it's really hard to find neutral when hot, very clunky etc. Have they improved ?
+Robert Ikeda Yes hugely improved Robert, gearbox on this was as slick as you like (my old tiger1050 was a nightmare in the gearbox department)! Cheers - TMF
Hello MissendenFlyer,
Congratulations for your test!
I like this bike a lot. It's like the Speed Triple but big one. Because the weight is ahead is what I like the most in the area of curves. The only thing I do not like is the weight in stationary and the stirrups.
Everything else is fine for my taste ......... ..
Yeah I love the big tiger sport...
Hi to TMF. I'm new to your channel and like it loads. Had an 09 tiger myself, loved it, did 36000 mls. in four years, but to heavy to move around in my garden "70 years young" regularly got more the 225 out of a tankful. The tank range varies from town to distance. Have now gone down to a 650 vstrom but love your review on the bobber so may go back to Triumph. Only thing that puts me of is the fuel range which is a shame. Keep it shiny side up.
Cheers rockintigger...that Bobber is a hoot...just don't try going long distances! All the best - TMF
Interesting! As a 70+ rider went from a Vstrom 650 to a Tiger 1050 love both bikes but the performance of the Tiger is exhilarating. I get 360ks plus out of a tank.
Great review mate!
+PistolPete63 Great comment ;0)
I'd like to see the Street Scrambler if you can arrange it with your pals in Hinckley. Not a huge fan of the older looking machines but it really has something that draws me in, can't put my finger on it but I think a test ride is on the cards soon.
Keep up the good work my friend the videos are getting better and better.
JJ
Thank you JJ - rest assured my request for a long term loan of the Scrambler has been lodged - no firm dates yet but it's just a matter of time! Stay tuned....
Great to see the night lights review included. Great review. Pity they didnt add the heated seats which are available on the Explorer
Yes, heated seats are defo the way to go in winter for sure....
Top Notch Review thank you very much !!!
Hello from Canada
+Randy The Rock You're very welcome! ...and hello Canada...
Hi TMF, love your channel, great reviews, great style! I own a 2015 Triumph tiger 800 XCX and will be replacing it next year. Love the bike, but it's time for something new. Been doing a lot of testrides myself, but always nice to hear someone else's opinion. I'm a tall chap (6'2") and need my bike mainly for commuting highway miles (100km a day, all year thru). I've kinda narrowed it down to either the KTM 1090, the Honda AT, or this tiger sport. I've ridden the former two and loved the KTM most, but I do hear some words on the street that they aren't the most reliable (words of someone who has had an 8 year KTM sponsorship and riding these bikes many miles in all conditions). Anyway, I was wondering how you would stack this threesome in terms of all round best bike. I have yet to ride the tiger sport myself, and I will, but winter is upon us here in Belgium so I'll get to that beginning 2018. A lot of people tell me to get a shaft drive bike... I get that, I'm lazy as well, but a 1200cc bike is too much I think...perhaps I should also try the Ducati 950 multistrada... Which one I buy will probably come down to which dealer hands me the best price...(shrek!) Love to hear from you. Regards and keep it up!
Go for the KTM 1090 - a great all rounder with an amazingly peppy engine - I loved it - followed by the Triumph Tiger Sport (but then I'm pro Triumph as a Brit)...
Awe, you miss her. Look forward to what they give you next. 😀
You'll be finding out very soon!
Sadly a great bike that doesn't seem to be available over here in the US but I enjoyed the review and laughed at the hug you had with her after you signed off. I think that is one of the best looking sports adventure bikes I've seen.
Cheers Scott - I reckon Triumph is missing a trick not offering it in the US, to my eyes it looks great (although I know a lot of people think it looks ugly)...
People that think that is ugly have warped aesthetic sensibilities IMHO. lol.
I agree!
Great review TMF as usual, whats happened to you intro clips you used to use as I haven't seen them for a while? Nice bike but don't think I will be getting rid of the GS to get one! Any chance you can get hold of a GS rallye for a review? Anyways great work 🖒
+Alan Neal Had a few complaints about the intro being too long and google analytics showed people stopped viewing as it ran, so it had to go! Working on the GS rallye....stay tuned!
Fun fact: this 1050 is the same bike also used by "Bike World" review in france (reg match!) ☺️. As for your review, brilliant, very helpful, especially the tip about being top heavy that everyone keeps saying. Wish I watched reviews before my test ride, I dropped my demo getting it out of the dealership parking doing a right-angle turn! 🤦 Glad I had taken out excess cover for the test ride! That didn't put me off the test ride though, as I just like the look of T1050 over say Tiger 800, even if T800 was so effortless to ride. I'm still on the fence, as I haven't given up on T1050 yet and mainly T800 haven't won me over yet!
Well spotted on seeing the same bike on Bike World....!
always liked the look of this bike
Yeah me too, rides really well with that brilliant engine too....
Nice review. The front tyre pressure is easier to check on my Tiger 800, but it has a 19 inch front wheel haha!
+OldManTony Yeah that definitely helps!
lovely informative video as always, I prefer the explorer, main stand and shaft drive, every thing else much the same, after about 100ml, i like to get off and stretch my legs anyway, as far as cruise control goes I love it, especially when eating up the miles on motorways,
The only problem I found with the Explorer was it felt a bit too top heavy for me, for some reason the Tiger Sport didn't (which is odd as my old Tiger 1050 did)....can't explain that one!! Thanks for your kind words as ever Peter - all the best - TMF
Cruise control is great but a faffe to use. I’ve a 2018 one and I set it with the left hand. Far easier and accurate. Latest models have switched cruise to left hand
Like that red strip you added to your helmet, looks very good. Is it reflective? Wish they came that way, looking at the route graphic also. Really enjoy your videos!
+Steve 413 Yes its reflective tape I bought for the purpose....
Thorough review and you ask all the questions real riders want to know not necessarily found in press reviews.
On another note re cleaning . Seen as you enjoy reviewing new (ish ) products. What do you think of the new chemical laden cleaning wipes now on the market . Are they worth TMF treatment ?
I don't trust 'em! Unless you are just dusting the bike (and even then I wouldn't do it) you are definitely going to put fine scratches on your paint work, the only answer is rinse gently first, then PH neutral soap and the "2 bucket" method - over the years I have learned there are no short cuts!!
Probably right TMF . !
Another fantastic real world review here TMF, well-done bud and keep up the great work. Quick one now you've experienced both, how does this Tiger rate against the Multistrada?
Personally I'd take one over a multistrada - I'm just a huge fan of the big Tiger and its triple....I accept I'm in the minority here!
TMF I have owned this bike for over 2 years and covered 18000 miles, mix of local weekend blatting and touring in Europe. I love it but am going through the 2-3 year itch of looking at other bikes, In your opinion if i decide to change what would you recommend, GS,GSA's, KTM? Loving the channel, keep it up!
Centre stand is an option, as are heated grips. But the cost of these extras needs to be factored in when comparing the base price of the bike with the alternatives. Good looking bike, though.
Sure thing Len...
Hope Triumph get you on the new Street 765 RS. My better half has already inquired on how much it would be to P/X her current Street for one.
Nice one! ...and yes, the request has been very firmly lodged (unfortunately I carry little weight in these matters but I'll grind 'em down eventually!)....
I've just test ridden one of these, what a beast of a bike, I'm in love :)
Much under rated these.....
Hi great video, what model is that helmet and do you think that style helmet is better suited to the bike,
I bought a 1050 Sport new in 2017. Some say it’s too heavy, but I think it’s manageable (for me at least…I’m 180cm). In recent years, I’ve been considering selling it, and getting onto a T120 Bonneville, which from all reports is a fantastic bike, but I don’t think I can get rid of the Tiger; it’s a fantastic bike in it’s own right. It has served me well both as a commuter and a tourer, and as the later, eating up the KM down here in Australia, pillion on the back, it’s brilliant. By far the best $20000AUD I’ve spent.
Yes great engine the 1050 triple - get yourself a Bonnie too?
@@TheMissendenFlyer I wish…don’t have that sort of money ;-)
TMF - Great review as always! I currently own a 2010 Tiger 1050 SE with 65300km's on it and not missing a beat BUT do like the Tiger Sport for the changes they've done to it ie. lights & gearbox and a about to pull the trigger on a new Silver one.
Question: What bikes do you think are similar or direct competition to the Tiger Sport? Would like to look around at some other bikes too
+Johan Meyer Bikes like the Versys 1000, Tracer 900 or even the new Multistrada 950 are similar in function and may be worth a look....thanks for the kind comments - TMF
my tiger 800 xca never shows more than 190 miles range, but always stays at 190 for over 40 miles (or more) of riding, before it starts to drop and yeah, cruise control works when it wants to
Funny ol game eh?
76CzarekP triumph never did well with fuel readings.
955 sprint used to read empty when full.
I want to change to a 800 XCA, how's it like to own ?
Great review, you seem really comfortable in front of the camera, did your helmet come with the tinted visor?
Thanks John, well it's not as if many people watch these things is it :0) ...and no, I bought the visor separately, I squint a lot so have dark visors for all my helmets...
I'm looking at changing my old 600 bandit for either the 650 Vstrom or the 800 tiger next year. I haven't riden either of them yet but from your experience which would be the better machine. I'll be using it for mainly commuting.
+Kerry Nadin Either would be perfect - go with the one you like the look of best!
Can you imagine how good this bike would have been if they had developed the adventure engine and put it in this bike. That's why I left Triumph they were trying to out do BMW but I am back now with the brilliant Bobber
TMF great reviews & i have seen this one earlier before buying my Sport 1050. One question for you, do you know of any after market modifications to update/replace the instrument panel? They are ok but just one thing on the bike I would like to update but I know I can not go to the TFT on later models. Appreciate any suggestions.
I’m not aware of any Graeme I’m afraid...
Hi TMF, I have a question regarding pillion carrying and preloading suspension
Where is the pre-load adjuster located on this particular bike, how easy was it to adjust and how much did you need to adjust to accomidate your pillion?
Cheers
J
I didn't bother adjusting it personally, I like to get my feet down firmly with a pillion so let the additional weight sit the bike down more (I know you're not meant to do that). The adjuster is (IIRC) the C Spanner type above the rear suspension spring....
Hi saw both yr reviews on the Tiger 1050 . Any comments on how far away is it from the GS ?. Noticed u mention it handles possibly even better than the GS . Any more comments as am really considering the GS . But just love the 1050 sporty look and I don’t ride as often as I do, and in places the GS is suppose to go (also am already on a tiger XCX) . Hence am reconsidering the 1050. What about power and pull from stationary any comments and it’s flickability .. ? Any details vs the GS will be helpful. Thxs and great reviews btw.
Feels much heavier than the GS, not as well equipped but looks better and sounds better. Goes fine, no GS stigma. That's my feedback!
Real world reviews are what us riders are really after. Who wants a journo reading a spec sheet and then blasting around a track. Absolutely useless to a prospective owner. This on the other hand is on the money.
Take notice Triumph this man is putting across the bike to it's market better than a host of journos could manage.
The all round capability of the bike make it a big contender for a rider with just the one bike. I like it a lot.
Cheers Andy.
Thank you SD1! :0)
Can you drop me a PM? For some reason I can't send you a message via YT maybe I can reply if you send me one first....??
hi, mines more of a question. in your honest opinion, would you pick the versys 1000, or the 1050 sport. I've watched both your views on them, & you rave on about them both. I cant make up my mind which one to get
Brilliant review once again. Out of interest how does tax and insurance etc work when borrowing the bikes?
+Mk Jackary In this case Triumph run the fleet and tax and insure them, I have to fill out some forms taking responsibility for the machine while I have it but I'm on Triumphs insurance not my own....
Id like to do a bit more distance riding, especially with the wife on the back, currently have a 2015 street triple R, but tempted by the tiger sport, BUT.... never had more than an hour test ride on a tiger and honestly not enough time with it to make my mind up.... i DO love my striple R!!!
Tiger and Street Triple make a great pairing!
Will you do a back to back review of the current version to say the 2010 version.
Nope
Hi TMF. What is the setup you have for your helmet cam? Do you have the sound hooked up to your intercom mike? What are the GoPro mounts/arms you're using? I have just got a Hero6 due to missing so much on a recent off-road tour but am not sure of the best mounts etc to get for the helmet. I am guessing you need to use the waterproof case when the external mike is plugged in?
Checkout my video on "How to set up your helmet for Vlogging" :0)
Beautifully produced and enjoyable review as usual - great that you included the every day things like fuelling up and washing, and I'm going to bashfully steal the simple tip of stuffing something in the exhaust end to stop the water spilling down the end can rather than worrying about pools of water in my pipes - thanks! A bit disappointed that Triumph are still putting that (in my opinion) tacky silver surround on the clocks. Reminds me of 80's midi systems. Although it makes me sound like a typical, terrible armchair engineer casting negatives on a great piece of engineering, but I'd guess (and hope) they're developing a proper update to their engines and frames that'll arrive soon. This bike looks like a refresh to an old (but undoubtedly good) bike. Still doesn't tempt me away from my ancient VFR.
+Sniffing Swede Fair enough! Thanks for watching and for stopping by, all the best - TMF
I ride a 2010 T-Bird and my fuel gauge reacts the same way. Fill it up and ride for a while and eventually the display reads full. I've never bothered to see how long or how far I've ridden before it changes the readout; too busy watching out for drivers texting.
It seems this is a common Triumph "feature".....
Great review as usual TMF! The fuel gauge on most new Triumphs will always take a short while to update after a fill up. The ECU needs to see the clutch switch and the gear lever used a number of times before the fuel gauge resets. Also if the tune is updated this will reset the fuel gauge to empty until the ECU sees that the clutch & gear lever have been used for up to a couple of miles. The Tiger Sport would still be my choice of all of last year's new Bikes. Hope the crew at Hinkley lend you the new Street Triple when it's available!
Nice review, just what I'd want if I was in the market for one. Was that Mrs TMF on the back then sir?
Thanks Ian, and no, that was one of the TMFette's on the back, I've not yet convinced Mrs TMF to have a go.....
Ahh I see, my "ette" would love to join me on the bike but her mother won't let her at the moment. Needless to say we're no longer together! Hehe
Hi TMF. I appreciate this is an older video. I want to test your memory, good sir.
After selling my MT07, im wanting to get into some touring. My budget is 7k, and I have narrowed the final 2 contenders down to the
2017 Tracer 900GT
2017 Tiger 1050 Sport.
I only ride solo. I'm happy both have cruise control as that was a fundamental option.
Just wanted to get your view on both and what you'd sway more towsrds? I appreciate it's a while since you've probably ridden either.
I'm hoping to get out on both on a back to back test in the coming weeks.
Well I owned a 1050 Sport and I loved it's grunt but ultimately it was too heavy - the Tracer is the better bike....
@TheMissendenFlyer Thank you so much. I rode the 1050 yesterday and totally agree. Very top heavy.
Hope you had a wonderful Christmas n New year. Loving your Thailand tour ❤️
I would be curious to know how this bike compares with the new Tiger 900 and the BMW F900XR. Any thoughts?
Slower, heavier, more character - I love it!
I find that my Arai Tour X4 like yours, is a bit noisey and drafty. I ride the scrambler and came from a GS 1200adv.i had a tour x3 up to 3 weeks ago but can't remember such draft and whistling. What's your view?
I find mine very quiet, no issue with whistles or drafts at all....
14 grand & no center stand for servicing or touring repairs, I'm amazed they give you ywo wheels.
:0) I suspect that's the minimum for a motorbike!
They are not 14 grand. They are 11 grand.
Frank Stocker £10800 not £14000
No wonder some people complained when they saw the TIGER SPORT moniker on the new 850 -- the original Tiger Sport is a completely different animal altogether. Why didn't Triumph stick with the original Tiger 900 (non-GT) name?
I dunno - strange bit of marketing that....
Great review!
You haven't tried it in warmish weather, have you? I am wondering if it can also be used for commuting in London in the summer, or if the engine would run too hot.
Well based on my old Tiger (I had a 2009 version of this bike - same engine) commuting would be no problem at all - great machine...
Great! And may I ask what's the warmest you commuted in? Also, don't new Euro 4 engines tend to run hotter?
Well I didn't commute but in France I rode her at +30C.....and you may be right about Euro 4 engines but I really don't think it would be an issue. Try a Panigale if you want a hot engine!
Ducatis are air-conditioned compared to MV Agustas ! 😊 Ever tried a Brutale or Turismo Veloce? It was only 16 Celsius yet my legs were boiling after 15 minutes, and I was not riding in traffic.
looking at your air pressure reading on the front wheel have you tried turning the wheel to 3 o'clock or even 2 o'clock you might find it easier.
Thanks for the advice and thanks for watching - TMF
I love your video's would like you to do another KTM 1290 GT I would like to test ride one but nearest dealer is 50miles plus (northampton)
a 50 mile ride is worth it ;0)
I wonder if they'll update the Tiger sport with the new Speed engine this year. I might have to buy one then.
Wouldn’t that be nice - I get the feeling the Tiger Sport is a bit neglected by Triumph though...I hope I’m wrong...
TheMissendenFlyer Well, they did update it for 2016 with the revised engine. So chances are good. If they give it the new engine, the TFT screen an maybe shave of 10 kilo, i'm going to trade in my new Street Triple for sure.
I'm seriously looking at this bike as a replacement for my 2011 Street Triple R. 3 years on, what are your thoughts and would you recommend it as a worthy change of ride?
Very much so - the engine in the big Tiger is a peach - quite a heavy ol girl though (but i loved, and still miss, my one).....
Nice review I bought one today over here in New Zealand, what model aria helmet is that ? Cheers
Congratulations on the new bike - it’s an Arai Tour X4
TheMissendenFlyer cheers bro, bike turns up tomorrow if your ever in Nz come say hello
I'm about to mail-order a custom designed comfort seat (from Top Sellerie, France) for a Tiger 1050 Sport which I've paid to be delivered, but not yet received. My new bike is the same colour scheme as the one in your videos. I want to make sure the trimmings and stitching on the custom seat I'm about to order match the colour of the stripes on the wheels and tank/forward fairing. Would you say they are green, lime, or yellow?
Yellow
Nice to see someone doing an ownership style review, top work. That 36 psi in the rear tyre was a bit lower than recommended.
I never take much time to oil my chain driven bikes as I usually purchase one of the auto-chain oilers instead of a centre stand. Have you tried a one? With one fitted you very rarely have to adjust your chain once past a new chains initial stretch. I've had very good results with a Tutoro oiler which had a pendulum (motion) operated drip valve which required no wiring in or connecting to a vacuum port like Scottoilers do for those not wanting to get to technical with their bikes.
Steve Cade I had a Scottoiler on my last ride, but it wasn't the prettiest thing.
Gerhard Symons Spending some time hiding it away but able to be checked pays dividends on the looks front.
I've only ever heard good things about Scottoilers (or similar) - personally I like dry lube so tend to stick with frequent cleaning and applications of that (would be different if I was an all weather commuter I suspect)....
TheMissendenFlyer The trouble with dry lube is dirt sticks to it and turns it into grinding paste. Oilers, although a little messy, avoid that by flinging off over time taking the grit with it. If you clean your bike often like you do it's no problem.
Steve Cade I'll see if they can make a kit for my dream bike (XSR900)!
I owned a 2012 model. Brilliant engine but as always too dam high!! I was on tip toes!! How did you find the new one for height? I had to get the lowering bracket and lower seat, I'm 5ft 8ins. Also the lights were basically so bad that a candle would have been brighter!! Again I got a light kit that improved it no end. And the final problem was the chain guard was to small so the back of the bike got lathered in oil. They wanted £90 for a oil guard extension!! These problems shouldn't cost the owner, it is poor design.
Great vid though dude ATB
Colin
I found the height OK - but then I'm used to riding my old 2009 model and Triumph lowered the seat since then (when they brought the "Sport" out).....I think that was around 2014 so yours may still have had the higher seat. New lights work brilliantly too. Lovely bike with a beautiful engine...I miss mine in some ways!
An excellent review as always sir, however.....do you use supermarket fuel in your personal fleet?
I use whatever is at hand! I have tried comparing the various fuels before but to be honest I can tell no difference from ASDA's finest or Shell's.....might just be me.
Thanks for the reply.
I'm clearly not as sensitive as you chaps!!!
I enjoy a Bitterer review of one of there own . Pip , pip and all that . Motion lotion ? Thanks
:0)
So thats 300km on a full tank? Thats rather disappointing to me actually.. thats what my GS500 from 2002 does right now.
De GS500 was 13 liter (full to reserve) over 300km. Whats the capacity of the tiger exactly?
Is it good on rough road surfaces, in Kent we have many.
Sure is....much under rated bike...
You'd be getting a clip around the ear from a RoSPA instructor for filling up while sitting on the bike. ;)
Getting the pressure gauge on easily is definitely a plus for 19" (and bigger) wheels.
A lot of the BMWs have that awful asymetric headlight issue as well, not just the Japanese bikes. The new FJR and ZX1000SX have lovely symmetric LEDs.
Good job there wasn't one around then!
Yep - although you'd have been fine as you still had your helmet on. :)
No word on getting that SA S for a spin yet? One lucky fellow in NL has one now.
SA S???
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. SA S is much shorter. :)
Visor Down's new #1 adventure bike too.
SAS should become as understandable as "GSA" in the not too distant future I think.
I should be riding one soon so stay tuned!
you will also drive the new bikes from triumph?`spcialy the street triple rs?
That's certainly the plan! Stay tuned....
Please advise where fuel station is with keeping helmet on policy and free fuel!?
If only I knew....in your dreams I reckon!
Are these good first bikes after you have passed your test? I want something comfortable.
No, much too powerful in my opinion, better off with a Tracer 700 or Tiger 800 if you want something comfy to start with.....
What's that jacket like to wear on a day to day basis? Is it completely waterproof? Looking to get some new gear this summer
Yeah it's great, did you see my review? >> czcams.com/video/4pyE4DpRi_0/video.html
TheMissendenFlyer no but I shall give it a watch tonight! thanks for the reply
In your opinion is it worth upgrading from a Street 675R?
Oh yes…..
Shouldn't the tyre pressures be 36F/42R ?
Correct....
Another great review TMF. An interesting bike that is now on my radar thanks to these reviews you have done. Just wondering if you had any thoughts as to the Tiger Sport vs the competition that you have ridden in the past few months? Specifically thinking of the S1000XR and possibly the R1200RS? Keep up the great work...
Cheers SImon - I personally would take the Tiger Sport over the R1200RS any day - I just prefer the looks and engine - the S1000XR is a far more performant and advanced bike (electronically speaking) but it is ugly to my eyes and of course a lot more expensive once spec'd up....
TheMissendenFlyer cheers fella, may have to get a test ride of the Tiger Sport then. I like the looks and what is not to like about that engine... Had the Tracer 900 out at the end of last year but was not over enamoured after riding the GS and XR. Really not sure I want to stump up the 15k for one of those either so will definitely be getting out on this. Thanks again. 🤙🏼
great job
if the GS is 100 %
how much % is the Triumph?
cheers Tom
+Thomas Geser 96%
Good question :) .... am at the same junction .
Your fuel prices! Vapor recovery is still pretty rare here in the US.
+Stardust Dream Factory Tell me about it!
Do you still have this bike? I thought this was supposed to replace the GS?
+Scot Wilson No it was an "as well as" kindly loaned to me for a few weeks by the Triumph factory...
I challenge you to adjust the chain with the tool Triumph supply 😝
Oops too late - she's back at the factory in Hinckley :0)
What is the best tyre pressure? I have a zzr1100 99. Metzeler roadtec 01’s. Cheers
No idea - check the manual!
@@TheMissendenFlyer ok. Thought there might be a generic pressure. Thanks anyways.
Good Evening TMF Thank you for the video Good review Take Care.
Good evening Wayne, thank you - have a good weekend - TMF
Just chuckling to myself over the range readings early in the video.. try filling it again at a motorway services and see the difference.. it's not you, it's the little electronic brain that that does the math not the journey.. 😉
I like the Tiger Sport, great review, I went out on the Triumph Bobber yesterday, great fun,lots of shunt,handling was fantastic( for that kind of bike) just another one to add to my ever increasing list!! Will you be trying it in the near future?
Sure will Neil...and I have her for a decent spell too :0) Looking forward to it.....got another in between though so stay tuned...
When do you think they will update this bike? Seems to be the last of the models to still be stuck in old tech.
I doubt they will (unfortunately)....
@@TheMissendenFlyer really unfortunate, I never rode it but I was undecided between the new Triumph Tiger 800 XRT and this model, but the new tech on the Tiger made the decision for me.
Hi MF, just to clarify - the cruise control is fiddly to set, and when set the smallest amount of movement on throttle cancels it? If so sounds really naff. Don't fancy one-handed steering myself for that amount of time! Regards, Jon.
+JLO Staff Yes correct Jon, the controls to set would be much better on the left grip ...
As one of the few fans of BMW's old three switch indicator system (I never found myself spamming the indicator cancel button on my old R1100R out of not-cancelled-indicator paranoia) I think BMW have it in the correct place.
how tall r u ? would u recommend a tiger over a sprint notice youve done a few reviews
I'm 5'8" and yes I would...
TheMissendenFlyer cheers bud I'm about that with 32leg on jeans lol I've booked to test one Saturday at triumph main delaer
Why did Triumph stop selling them in US!?!?!? Sweet bike.
No idea!
Hi MF.. I own a 2014 gs lc as you do, how does the triumph compare in the engine performance and handling department? Cheers.
Handling is much more stable than the GS, in that you set the bike and it just tracks through solidly, the GS feels much more "flighty" to me. On the engine front this Triple is much nicer in my opinion, feels stronger even though it's 200cc less....
TheMissendenFlyer thanks for the feedback, much appreciated.. So do you prefer it to the gs then? Cheers
Overall no, the GS is a better all round bike - I like the GS' lighter handling for filtering and 2up riding, plus I love the integrated Nav V on the BMW and the Vario Panniers - If the Tiger Sport had a TFT screen with a built in Sat Nav it would be a very difficult call!....there's not doubt the Tiger Sport is much better value for money than the GS....
what fuel do you put in it 91?
Dunno back then - now I’d use E5
Just a quick question does it come wirh a gear position indicator as standard ?
My old one didn’t - can’t recall about the current one...
Yes, gear shift indicator standard, brilliant bike!
@@grayjohn1906 just bought one what a fantastic bike , much better than the speed twin 1200 2020 I had
@@mark161262 good decision! I've just bought one as well (4weeks back) , I've test ridden a fair amount of bikes , before deciding on this one, enjoy 👍
@@grayjohn1906 had mine two weeks now I had a explorer xrt 1200 it was too big , bought speed twin 1200 and it broke down twice and the suspension was awful , got this and must say its first class !!!! Should have got one of these in the first place 🙄