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I spent 3 yrs researching ADV bikes and literally watched prob 250 videos or more at least, and ended up with this Tiger 900 Rally Pro bike. I love it so much it's crazy. GREAT bike!!
I'm on my 3rd Tiger; put 40K miles on my 800 XC, then 25K miles on my 1200 XRT, and now I own a 900 RP. I've loved them all but prefer the lighter 900. I have had ZERO problems with any of my bikes. They are confidence inspiring with their reliability.
Been riding Triumph bikes for 25 years. Never ride off road but my bikes have NEVER broken down(except a broken throttle cable once) and I was able to turn up the idle and get back to safety.. I have owned a T Bird a Sprint RS a Speed Triple and currently ride a Bobber which is the best bike I have ever had. It is low so I am not shaky when I stop cuz I am old and short :)
@@DorkintheRoad The TC is, as you said, so intuitive in Off-Road mode that I didn't even realize it was intervening when it was slipping. It wasn't until I put it into Off-Road Pro that I realized just how gnarly it can get. ORP mode had me sliding it around, and the front brakes are so great that it slows down quickly, without locking up despite complete ABS defeat.
I just bought one and love it. Just started riding this year at age 53 (midlife crisis), so I bought a 2023 Kawasaki KLX300 and a 2023 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Very different bikes with very different capabilities. I do a lot of 4x4 exploration in eastern Oregon, so these will be a natural progression. Thanks for the video review. Hope to see you out there sometime.
Love my1200 Tiger! It's a 2012 and I'm the 3rd owner. I got her at just over 20k miles and have put another 10k on her. Totally reliable on and off road.
I’m on my 4th iteration of the Triumph 955i triple engine... They are as good a quality as BMW but don’t try and rape you with the price of parts. I’ve owned a 2001 Sprint ST 955i, 2003 Sprint RS 955i, 2004 Tiger 955i and 2011 Sprint GT 1050. All of them were extremely reliable, dependable, full of character and a blast to ride! The best motorcycles, I have ever owned. My current Sprint GT is my favorite. I will get a used Tiger 900 or 1200 Pro one day. Also, I believe the best fuel injection system of any bike, you get 50+ MPG, no matter how you ride it. It’s remarkable..
Triumph motorcycles, Truly have a Soul… They are different than any other bike I have ever owned or ridden. I’m 51 and have owned and ridden a motorcycle (20+ motorcycles) since age 5.
Thanks for sharing all your experience and thoughts with us! You have been so helpful to me as I have just began my motorcycle experience at the age of 62! My latest “Forever Bike” is a 2023 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro (also in khaki green metallic). I had the opportunity to purchase a 2024 RP or an African Twin. Ultimately I bought the 2023 RP. For me, it is the best combination of ADV, luxury, weight, hp, price and reliability!
I remember asking you about the tiger about a year ago and you couldn’t give me an answer because you never rode one.. now you have and I see you feel exactly like I did when I got on my tiger!
I have been researching ADV bikes for a couple of months now, and went and rode the Himalayan today I kind of have my heart set on a KLR, and they had a used 22 triumph tiger rally pro there, and that bike absolutely blew my mind, it’s over twice as much as I want to spend on a bike but it was phenomenal, and has about 5K worth of extras on it, so thank you for your review I have a lot of thinking to do
I'm in my 5th year of owning a Gen III (2018) Tiger 1200 XCa. The model just prior to the current Rally Explorer. I absolutely adore her, and still feel like I found an underappreciated gem of a bike. I am far from the most demanding of riders, but even so, she has needed literally no service for mechanical failure. None. The gas cap sticks occasionally, and she definitely throws a smidge, but ONLY a smidge, of extra warmth out the sides (the corollary to that being that she has never, and I mean NEVER, twitched her engine temperature more than, say, 5% above the halfway point, even at 114F in the Arizona desert on a full day of Interstate freeway riding at full freeway speeds - this girl stays COOL internally). I take her in once a year for scheduled upkeep. New tires when needed. That's it. I want the new model's much bigger gas tank so bad I can taste it, but I'm not letting go of this glass-smooth, seductive banshee-howling Definitely-NOT-the-"T-Plane-Cranking" engine until I have to. Now, obviously, shaftie vs. chain, displacement differential, and the model years mean we're talking about two different individual bikes, but as a BRAND, I have nothing but top marks for Triumph's reliability. Warms my heart to see you having such a great time on a newer Limey 9 like this. Thanks for another winner of a video.
I just bought this bike and I love it. I gave up my BMW 750 GS for this bike and it was the best decision I made. There just is no comparison between the Tripple and the BMW two cylinder. What's so funny, you said it feels like an extension of yourself and that the bike kinda knows what you want to do. I totally compared my experience with this bike when I first rode it to the Avitar movie where the Pandora people clip into the Great Leonopteryx. So here is a warning to shorter folks, I am 5'7" and I could not touch both my toes until I adjusted the SAG. I still am one footing it, but can at least turn my head when I stop without losing my balance. If you are my height or shorter and dont ride like Jocelyn Snow, your going to probably have to lower the bike if you don't want to deal with the heighth of the bike. I did order the spring lowering kit from Touratech-USA which takes about 4 weeks to arrive in the states and then another two for my dealer to get it. If you need that kit, you will see that it is "out of stock" they never keep this kit in stock, you must order it for Touratech to order it. Jeez, this was long but I wanted to share and I LOVE THIS BIKE!!!
LOVE my Tiger! I have gotten into ADV bikes after decades of street bikes. (Full Dad mode) I just did my second service. (about 6k miles in 6 months) She is easily one of my all time favorite bikes! If you make it to Get on ADV in South Dakota next year it will be there. Its about a 1300mile trip for me, and I am fully confident it will get me there in comfort. I have owned three triumph bikes in the past and never had any major mechanical issues. Granted I am meticulous with maintenance.
I am like many people out there. I research on adv motorcycles . Everything I have read from owners about the Triumph Tiger 900 rally pro you will fall in love with the bike !! I am looking at my local dealer now!! Thanks for another incredible review as usual!! Ride safe👏👏👏
I bought my 2022 Tiger 900 Rally Pro new in Aug 2021. I have a little over 16K miles on it at this point. I just completed a two-state 1,500 mile ride over a ten day period; including a 12-mile trip down an old service road in the mountains. I've done a total of six days of adventure bike classes on the bike, with the usual number of tip-overs, plus one or two of my own, with only slight cosmetic damage to the easily replaceable parts. I do recommend barkbusters and doubletake mirrors to replace the more delicate stock parts--with the barkbusters, and the stock engine guards (lowers only), none of my drops have ever touched the engine or the paint. At the 12K service, I did have to get the valves adjusted, which was not cheap, but the bike runs and rides as good as the day I took it home from the dealer. For some reason, this more modern triple engine has 6K service intervals, while my 2019 Bonneville Street Scrambler's intervals are 10K. As the video says, it's not an inexpensive bike, to either buy or maintain, but I am very happy with the performance, comfort, and reliability.
As a short king, I have the low and can almost flat foot. It’s so assuring. I got one and my bff rode it, fell in love and he got a low too. We may have gotten the last two lows in Texas as the 24 doesn’t have a low version.
I ride the same bike. Easily my favorite bike (came from 1200 Explorer) and very capable off road. I have tried different modes and the "Off--Road" (not "Pro") is so dialed in that I find myself confidently tackling challenges I would never have imagined with other bikes. The more time I spend on the bike, the more I appreciate it.
40k miles on my Triumph Bonneville - some off-road/dirt/gravel - it’s a beast. It’s never left me high and dry. My only hesitancy with the Rally Pros was it’s first model year.
All manufacturers of ADV bikes should have that option for off-road specific tires on your new purchase. I think most of us are tired of being stuck with the tires the bikes come with.
I have a Triumph Bonneville 1200 and a BMW gs. Both are great bikes, but the Triumph is probably the nicest bike I've ever owned. I am thinking about getting the 900 GT Pro as I do more on road than off road riding - probably 80/20. I think the GT has the capability for light off roading and is really loaded and better on the road. I'm also 66 years old and 5'7" and the Rally Pro starts at 850-880cm vs 810-830cm (something like that) on the GT Pros. For me, the GT is perfect height, and it will do what you just did with ease.
Picked up a 2023 tiger 1200 last month, my size was the reason it just fit, triumph offer 1 k off and free paniers and the dealer threw in a rear expedition box n mount, pulled me away from the bmw n paan america, so far enjoying it but it still is new bike day!😁
I just picked up a GT Pro, and it's the most comfortable Bike I ever been on. More than enough power, all the options you ever need. Light and nimble. I had a 2021 GS-1250, that I sold cause I was offered a price I couldn't refuse during covid/China Virus when bikes were scarce. I feel this Bike is a Keeper, plus My 2021 R9T-719 needed a roommate.
Love mine. The TPMS is finicky and I'd prefer a different TFT display layout, but those are minor issues. It's been really reliable. One consideration is that the service indicator can only be cancelled by a dealer unless you get an android app where you can do it yourself.
I’ve got over 18k miles on my Tiger 900 Rally Pro and love it… given no (OEM) bike comes off the dealer floor perfect, but I gotta say, even with it’s faults, it’s pretty close.
I rode a '15 Explorer 9300 miles around the US, solo, in 2019. Other than tires, brakes, and oil changes, bike was almost perfect. A little top heavy. Gobs of power. Sold it, and bought an RT.
I've had my 900RP for a month now. It has just under 4000 miles on it. I love the bike but it's not perfect. The bad: The oil filler cap leaks a little. Enough to coat the frame behind it and to soil the bottom of my pant leg. The left fork seal weeps a bit. Just enough to see a runnel in the dust below the low mark left by the travel. The slightly disappointing: The heated grips are nice but the high setting could be a little warmer. I bought the Triumph rear panniers and front upper crash bars (the V2 ones). The fit and finish on the bars is less than desired. The fog light mount on the front upper crash bars is a riv-nut. It is wobbly even with the bolt tight. The awesome: Everything else. The motor, the quick shifter, the heated seat, the quick shifter, the TCS and ABS, and did I mention the quick shifter?
Hey Dork. Big fan. I'm up in WA so just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Traded my 2017 Husqvarna 701 enduro straight up for a 2017 Africa Twin. Way better suited for highway and off road that I want to be doing. Loved my 701. But it was brutal from Olympia WA to Idaho Falls. Hope to meet into you some day. Cheers to beers and Mr Puff Puff.
@@DorkintheRoad yeah I was pretty inexperienced and went a little too hard in the dirt one day. Dropped it pretty bad and it had an ugly dent on the tank but otherwise was still great. Unfortunately life-change meant I had to eliminate the payment, so somebody did a fly and Ride and bought it off of me.
I love Triumph bikes. Mine have been nothing but reliable. I currently have a Street Triple RS. It’s been 100% reliable. I am a big fan. If I were to get an adv bike it would be the ktm 890 or the tiger 900. The Triumph triple is an awesome engine.
Reliability? My 900 RP is my third Triumph: 122k on my Sprint ST 1050 with only a defective dynamo. Then 80k on my Tiger 800 XRx without trouble and now 1400 on my Tiger 900 RP without issues. So happy. (All kilometers BTW)
Great review. I have been looking at these as an option if I sell my AT. Since you had an AT how would you compare the Triumph to it. Understanding the price difference and more modern TC Thanks
You peaked my curiosity but I'm still stuck on sub 300 lb dual sports since I use it mostly off road and I have street bikes. But for a person that could only have 1 bike? Great option here.
Awesome bike other than a few design flaws that are a major draw backs to me if you ride off-road. I was at a rally this past weekend both leading and riding sweep. There’s a lot of sand in Michigan so a large majority of the riders from out of state were in over their heads. Figured I’d be more help picking up bikes than blasting through the trails. A few riders that have Triumphs ended up going over the bars and snapping the gooseneck that the TFT and windscreen mount to. I’m sure someone makes a reinforcement kit or different mount, but $1000 every time you go through the windshield doesn’t sound fun to me.
Presently have a 2016 Triumph 800 XCx. And a 17’ KTM 1290 SAR. Considering trading them both in on one of these. Or the Norden 901 Expedition ( less $ ).
I have a '17 800 XCA, great bike on the road and decent on hardpack. I don't feel comfortable taking it on doubletrack and single track like I can do on a KTM 890. Testing the water with selling my Tiger and trying an 890, several friends swear by their KTMs.
This and the 2023 KTM 890 Adventure (not R and newly updated) are great examples of, why buy a sport bike? These can do a lot of that and do adventures as well!
tiger 900 rally/pro has been one of the best bikes I have ridden, and I love mine more than anybike I have ever owned... also.. Matte kahki green is only acceptable color for that bike.
Man, I'm torn between the 900 pro rally and Tenere 700. I do 50/50, a lightly used (3 year old, 15K km ODO) is just as expensive as a Tenere here. Now, this bike has everything, but the Tenere has that offroad vibe and seems to be the better offroad bike. I own the 1200 Explorer from 2012 and I have test ridden a 2024 900 & 1200 Tiger and I prefered the 900 over the 1200. But how does this bike compare to the Tenere??
I'd really rather have a shaft drive (after getting spoiled with a Kawi Concours). What do you think of the Tiger 1200 ADV? Thanks for sharing your nice ride.
I’m hesitating between this one and the norden 901…. Would be cheaper the norden but wouldn’t get some comfort features… difficult decision. What would you do?
@@DorkintheRoad Actually, it transfers a very small amount of power to the "ground" in neutral, hence why a rear wheel will spin when on a center stand and free from obstruction(s).
I test rode the Triumph 900 Rally Pro for an hour and the Norden 901 Expedition for an hour, with some off road. I own a Husky 501 dual sport which is great off road but not great on street. For me I preferred the feel and the grunt and quick shifter and seat height of the TRP over the Expedition. But compared to my 501 they both felt very heavy on the dirt, and would be very concerned about the inevitable drop and pick up. Leaning towards the Husky 701 for the kind of riding I do with challenging off road, but still seriously considering the TRP 900 for touring and very light off road. This video is very light off road so depends on what kind of riding you want to do.
Jeff, the 501 is a lot happier in technical stuff than the 701 and a whole lot lighter. If I were starting from scratch, I'd have the 501 plus 900 Rally Pro. My mate is taking his KTM 500 across the Pyrenees Trans Euro Trail, largely dirt and despite being similar levels of riding skill, in tough stuff, he's waiting for me, which never happens if I'm on my FE350. I wouldn't swap out a 501 for a 701. I'll swap with you though! My 2016 701 is battle scarred but has been on various trips, from Arctic Europe to the Moroccan Sahara and it is a brilliant all rounder but not stand out at anything save fast gravel. On fast gravel, she is perfect. Single track, too heavy and a bit throttle happy but I can get through everything I've pointed the big girl at. I'm not talented but I am fairly experienced. On the road, with an adventure tower, surprisingly well mannered up to about 70mph but I needed to balance the wheels with some chunky wheel weights.
@@TheIdlesurfer yeah tough decision since so far my wife won't allow me to have 2 bikes 😦, but I am still considering the TRP and maybe 701 or 890. Have you ridden a KTM 890 or 890 R off road? I may test ride one soon, but again seems it will be too heavy for technical dirt.
@@jeffk528 I have taken an 890 out on stock tyres in slippery mud and my bum was squeaking. The 701 is, IMHO, way better in slimy, hilly conditions than the 890 but I run my 701 on Michelin Trackers and tyres are crucial. The 701 isn't fantastic on snotty, technical stuff but for fast gravel, it's fantastic. If I could only have one bike, it'd be the 701 with an Adventure tower. But I've got the luxury of 3 bikes. 2 x 2016 Husqvarnas, FE350 and 701. The 350 was the adventure mule for Nomad of Holland so it has an adventure tower and soft luggage racks, and a Seat Concepts seat. Up to about 65mph on the GPS it is not bad on the road, even for a good few miles. It'd be a tough call between the FE350 and the 701. The first one to go, and I genuinely love it, would be the Tiger. But I'm really off road biased. I'll sacrifice road manners for dirt playtime. The Tiger is surprisingly good on trails, mine is on Anakee Wilds and so long as I stay off the slimy trails, the Tiger will get through some quite serious terrain, but something that heavy and that expensive with all those lovely but pricey electronics, nope. My Husqvarnas have had the granny beaten out of them for years, they're both battered but I have zero concerns when I go over. Can I respectfully suggest you think about an adventure tower for your 501, a better seat and maybe losing a few teeth on the rear sprocket? I did that on my FE350 and it is a serviceable road bike and fantastic fun in the dirt.
@@jeffk528 just a second thought. There isn't much between the 890 and the TRP. You'd have 2 very similar bikes. It is always a trade off, road v dirt v technical dirt. The 701 is damned tall. I'm 183cm/6 ft tall, I find the 701 very tall. Just on the cusp of being too tall.
Looks like a Fun place to play....... So how was the Vibrations on the highway....... Ive read that above 70 It has some vibrations....Was it an issue??? ...... YOU seem to say it wasn't ....... 2 friends and I plan to rent 3 different bikes for the day and trade off to see what we like.... The Tiger is on our short list..... THANKs for your input.......
A great motorcycle, except that it cracks the subframes, and from what I heard they always try to excuse the issue and not cover it even under warranty. I saw some cases of the frame itself cracking on tiger groups. In tiger groups, it is a very common issue and that didn't happen for the 800 models.
great content, your skill have improved very much in the last couple years, wish I could ride every day to improve my skills, now that I'm old I have to change up my dirt techniques and stop trying to muscle my dual sport so much I'm working on it locally couple times a month.
Nice vid as usual Dork. I'd be interested in how you felt the weight of the bike sat relative to the Norden, meaning did it feel more or less top heavy when you were doing those slow speed corners in the sand?
What's your bottom line verdict on Norden vs Tiger 900 RP, especially regarding off-road and slow, technical, possibly single track stuff?@@DorkintheRoad
You guys out west have way more fun than us east guys😂. I'm a little jealous, to be honest. However, the wife and I plan on full-time RVing and staying out west. Well, not California😂. And of course one motorcycle(DR650) with be coming with us🍻. Wife doesn't ride, so the DR is perfect for me. But, the Tiger is awfully tempting.
California is great, if you don’t reside in the big cities. Many places to ride & site see. AZ has great place as well. RVing is very fun, find groups to help with different destinations.
I have owned my TRP 900 for 15,000 totally reliable Mi 50/50 riding in Colorado. It's funny how every UA-camr reviews this bike absolutely loves it but no one owns one. In my opinion it gets zero respect and the pumpkins and t7 get way more respect than they deserve.
I'm only in the research phase right now. How feasible is this bike for someone just starting out but is a larger guy (I'm 6'0" / 260 lbs.)? Or should I stick with something like a cb500x, possibly with upgraded suspension, to learn on? Would really prefer to not have to deal with upgrading (selling/buying another bike) after attaining enough skill. But I'm willing to do it the right way too. This class of bike seems to retain value pretty well.
I'm 6'1", 250lbs. I have a 900 RP, so obviously biased, but I think it would be do-able if you are the type of person that could put it in Rain mode and leave it there. Rain mode reduces power to ~45hp IIRC. I will warn you that if you have it in Sport mode and roll on the throttle hard in 1st and sometimes 2nd without leaning over the tank, the front wheel IS coming up. So keep it in Rain until you're comfortable.
If you want to learn off road riding the right move is to get a dual sport and learn on it until you're comfortable. They're lighter, cheaper, and you don't care as much about dropping them. Plus, when you upgrade you'll REALLY appreciate the difference in comfort on the highway. These bikes retain their value pretty well. I wouldn't hesitate to start on 300L rally or something knowing I could sell it later on. If you're dead set on an ADV bike then the 500X, Versys 300, or KTM 390 is a good place to start. This bike is maybe manageable but you don't want to be learning on and dropping a bike that costs this much. Wait until you're ready to treat her right ;)
I think you'd be fine on the road.. the power delivery on the mid-triple is smooth and manageable. The downsides are top-heavy weight which can be a bear at low speed (like paddling around a parking lot), and the fact that used parts are less than plentiful, so most damage will require new part$$$. As for off-road... NO.... you'll be happier learning on a smaller dual sport. Common sense and self-control go a long way. PS. Everyone on the road is trying to kill you... ride accordingly.
@@DorkintheRoad Sage advice on the drops...I'm humble enough to admit that I WILL drop the bike. The plan is to do more on-road riding but you got me thinking about a dual sport. Thanks for the great videos!
The 900 is lighter than the 901? With the low fuel tank? Everyone comments how light the Norden feels and how comfortable it is? How about a video discussion about this. This would get you plenty of views.
Yes you're right, of course. 60 mph through the sand in the Mojave Desert is exactly the same as riding on the highway. Thanks for the clarification. I'll reach out to my contacts in the industry and let them know they've been doing it wrong. Thank God you were here to save us from our own delusional misconceptions.
As someone who knows a bit about motorcycles this is exactly what you call off road riding. It is riding…off a road…in the desert…if you feel like you need to condescend you should check yourself before you start projecting your own insecurities. Riding isn’t a competition about whose dick is bigger and if you feel that’s the case then I have a feeling you will spend a lot of time riding alone. Thanks for sharing your fun.
I can understand the points you're hesitant about, guys. As individuals invited to test drive of the brand, you are naturally expected to polish their bikes. However, sincerity is a different matter, and addressing this point will understandably make you uncomfortable. Naturally, nobody cares whose dick is bigger or smaller than yours :) I would have expected you to keep your complexes to yourself and also to be understanding of genuinely honest comments. Enjoy your rides.
Yes I wasn't being serious about them being just as fast my point was I don't feel like I want one when I can go as fast as I care to on the bikes I have
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I spent 3 yrs researching ADV bikes and literally watched prob 250 videos or more at least, and ended up with this Tiger 900 Rally Pro bike. I love it so much it's crazy. GREAT bike!!
I'm on my 3rd Tiger; put 40K miles on my 800 XC, then 25K miles on my 1200 XRT, and now I own a 900 RP. I've loved them all but prefer the lighter 900. I have had ZERO problems with any of my bikes. They are confidence inspiring with their reliability.
I really like the 900RP. Everyone I've known who has one enjoys the hell out of it. Triumph did a thorough job figuring that setup out and it shows.
Neutral gives you no power... sounds like a new T-Shirt idea!
Been riding Triumph bikes for 25 years. Never ride off road but my bikes have NEVER broken down(except a broken throttle cable once) and I was able to turn up the idle and get back to safety.. I have owned a T Bird a Sprint RS a Speed Triple and currently ride a Bobber which is the best bike I have ever had. It is low so I am not shaky when I stop cuz I am old and short :)
I watched SOOO many reviews before buying a Tiger 900 RP, and this bike is more fun than anything else I've owned.
It's a blast, for sure.
@@DorkintheRoad The TC is, as you said, so intuitive in Off-Road mode that I didn't even realize it was intervening when it was slipping. It wasn't until I put it into Off-Road Pro that I realized just how gnarly it can get. ORP mode had me sliding it around, and the front brakes are so great that it slows down quickly, without locking up despite complete ABS defeat.
I just bought one and love it. Just started riding this year at age 53 (midlife crisis), so I bought a 2023 Kawasaki KLX300 and a 2023 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Very different bikes with very different capabilities. I do a lot of 4x4 exploration in eastern Oregon, so these will be a natural progression. Thanks for the video review. Hope to see you out there sometime.
Love my1200 Tiger! It's a 2012 and I'm the 3rd owner. I got her at just over 20k miles and have put another 10k on her. Totally reliable on and off road.
I’m on my 4th iteration of the Triumph 955i triple engine...
They are as good a quality as BMW but don’t try and rape you with the price of parts.
I’ve owned a 2001 Sprint ST 955i, 2003 Sprint RS 955i, 2004 Tiger 955i and 2011 Sprint GT 1050. All of them were extremely reliable, dependable, full of character and a blast to ride!
The best motorcycles, I have ever owned. My current Sprint GT is my favorite. I will get a used Tiger 900 or 1200 Pro one day.
Also, I believe the best fuel injection system of any bike, you get 50+ MPG, no matter how you ride it. It’s remarkable..
Triumph motorcycles, Truly have a Soul…
They are different than any other bike I have ever owned or ridden. I’m 51 and have owned and ridden a motorcycle (20+ motorcycles) since age 5.
Thanks for sharing all your experience and thoughts with us! You have been so helpful to me as I have just began my motorcycle experience at the age of 62! My latest “Forever Bike” is a 2023 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro (also in khaki green metallic). I had the opportunity to purchase a 2024 RP or an African Twin. Ultimately I bought the 2023 RP. For me, it is the best combination of ADV, luxury, weight, hp, price and reliability!
I remember asking you about the tiger about a year ago and you couldn’t give me an answer because you never rode one.. now you have and I see you feel exactly like I did when I got on my tiger!
I have been researching ADV bikes for a couple of months now, and went and rode the Himalayan today I kind of have my heart set on a KLR, and they had a used 22 triumph tiger rally pro there, and that bike absolutely blew my mind, it’s over twice as much as I want to spend on a bike but it was phenomenal, and has about 5K worth of extras on it, so thank you for your review I have a lot of thinking to do
Loved my Himalayans..but loved my Tigers more.
I got the Tiger 900 Rally recently and absolutely love it. You've inspired me to try moto camping, Dork, and I can't wait!
I'm in my 5th year of owning a Gen III (2018) Tiger 1200 XCa. The model just prior to the current Rally Explorer. I absolutely adore her, and still feel like I found an underappreciated gem of a bike. I am far from the most demanding of riders, but even so, she has needed literally no service for mechanical failure. None. The gas cap sticks occasionally, and she definitely throws a smidge, but ONLY a smidge, of extra warmth out the sides (the corollary to that being that she has never, and I mean NEVER, twitched her engine temperature more than, say, 5% above the halfway point, even at 114F in the Arizona desert on a full day of Interstate freeway riding at full freeway speeds - this girl stays COOL internally). I take her in once a year for scheduled upkeep. New tires when needed. That's it. I want the new model's much bigger gas tank so bad I can taste it, but I'm not letting go of this glass-smooth, seductive banshee-howling Definitely-NOT-the-"T-Plane-Cranking" engine until I have to.
Now, obviously, shaftie vs. chain, displacement differential, and the model years mean we're talking about two different individual bikes, but as a BRAND, I have nothing but top marks for Triumph's reliability. Warms my heart to see you having such a great time on a newer Limey 9 like this. Thanks for another winner of a video.
I just bought this bike and I love it. I gave up my BMW 750 GS for this bike and it was the best decision I made. There just is no comparison between the Tripple and the BMW two cylinder. What's so funny, you said it feels like an extension of yourself and that the bike kinda knows what you want to do. I totally compared my experience with this bike when I first rode it to the Avitar movie where the Pandora people clip into the Great Leonopteryx. So here is a warning to shorter folks, I am 5'7" and I could not touch both my toes until I adjusted the SAG. I still am one footing it, but can at least turn my head when I stop without losing my balance. If you are my height or shorter and dont ride like Jocelyn Snow, your going to probably have to lower the bike if you don't want to deal with the heighth of the bike. I did order the spring lowering kit from Touratech-USA which takes about 4 weeks to arrive in the states and then another two for my dealer to get it. If you need that kit, you will see that it is "out of stock" they never keep this kit in stock, you must order it for Touratech to order it. Jeez, this was long but I wanted to share and I LOVE THIS BIKE!!!
LOVE my Tiger! I have gotten into ADV bikes after decades of street bikes. (Full Dad mode) I just did my second service. (about 6k miles in 6 months) She is easily one of my all time favorite bikes! If you make it to Get on ADV in South Dakota next year it will be there. Its about a 1300mile trip for me, and I am fully confident it will get me there in comfort. I have owned three triumph bikes in the past and never had any major mechanical issues. Granted I am meticulous with maintenance.
I am like many people out there. I research on adv motorcycles . Everything I have read from owners about the Triumph Tiger 900 rally pro you will fall in love with the bike !! I am looking at my local dealer now!! Thanks for another incredible review as usual!! Ride safe👏👏👏
I bought my 2022 Tiger 900 Rally Pro new in Aug 2021. I have a little over 16K miles on it at this point. I just completed a two-state 1,500 mile ride over a ten day period; including a 12-mile trip down an old service road in the mountains. I've done a total of six days of adventure bike classes on the bike, with the usual number of tip-overs, plus one or two of my own, with only slight cosmetic damage to the easily replaceable parts. I do recommend barkbusters and doubletake mirrors to replace the more delicate stock parts--with the barkbusters, and the stock engine guards (lowers only), none of my drops have ever touched the engine or the paint. At the 12K service, I did have to get the valves adjusted, which was not cheap, but the bike runs and rides as good as the day I took it home from the dealer. For some reason, this more modern triple engine has 6K service intervals, while my 2019 Bonneville Street Scrambler's intervals are 10K. As the video says, it's not an inexpensive bike, to either buy or maintain, but I am very happy with the performance, comfort, and reliability.
As a short king, I have the low and can almost flat foot. It’s so assuring. I got one and my bff rode it, fell in love and he got a low too. We may have gotten the last two lows in Texas as the 24 doesn’t have a low version.
I ride the same bike. Easily my favorite bike (came from 1200 Explorer) and very capable off road. I have tried different modes and the "Off--Road" (not "Pro") is so dialed in that I find myself confidently tackling challenges I would never have imagined with other bikes. The more time I spend on the bike, the more I appreciate it.
I was right behind you, riding the Triumph scrambler. You’re absolutely correct it was a fun test ride.
Triumph’s are the best bikes made, period.
40k miles on my Triumph Bonneville - some off-road/dirt/gravel - it’s a beast. It’s never left me high and dry. My only hesitancy with the Rally Pros was it’s first model year.
All manufacturers of ADV bikes should have that option for off-road specific tires on your new purchase. I think most of us are tired of being stuck with the tires the bikes come with.
Had a 2014 street triple 675cc for five years not a singel problem..loved it👍👍👍
I have a Triumph Bonneville 1200 and a BMW gs. Both are great bikes, but the Triumph is probably the nicest bike I've ever owned. I am thinking about getting the 900 GT Pro as I do more on road than off road riding - probably 80/20. I think the GT has the capability for light off roading and is really loaded and better on the road. I'm also 66 years old and 5'7" and the Rally Pro starts at 850-880cm vs 810-830cm (something like that) on the GT Pros. For me, the GT is perfect height, and it will do what you just did with ease.
Picked up a 2023 tiger 1200 last month, my size was the reason it just fit, triumph offer 1 k off and free paniers and the dealer threw in a rear expedition box n mount, pulled me away from the bmw n paan america, so far enjoying it but it still is new bike day!😁
On the verge of buying an aragon edition. Appreciate the real world review.
All the reasons I fell in love with the bike! Great video man!
I just picked up a GT Pro, and it's the most comfortable Bike I ever been on.
More than enough power, all the options you ever need. Light and nimble. I had a 2021 GS-1250, that I sold cause I was offered a price I couldn't refuse during covid/China Virus when bikes were scarce. I feel this Bike is a Keeper, plus My 2021 R9T-719 needed a roommate.
Love mine. The TPMS is finicky and I'd prefer a different TFT display layout, but those are minor issues. It's been really reliable. One consideration is that the service indicator can only be cancelled by a dealer unless you get an android app where you can do it yourself.
I’ve got over 18k miles on my Tiger 900 Rally Pro and love it… given no (OEM) bike comes off the dealer floor perfect, but I gotta say, even with it’s faults, it’s pretty close.
I have wanted one of these for years
I rode a '15 Explorer 9300 miles around the US, solo, in 2019. Other than tires, brakes, and oil changes, bike was almost perfect. A little top heavy. Gobs of power. Sold it, and bought an RT.
I ride the Tiger 900 Rally with a few add-on's like the quickshifter. Such a awesome bike. Beware the stock crash bars, they are junk.
Do you have the updated upper bars with the 3rd mount point?
@@freeheelsak no I have aftermarket crash bars. I'll have to check out the 3 point ones. Thanks
I've had my 900RP for a month now. It has just under 4000 miles on it. I love the bike but it's not perfect.
The bad:
The oil filler cap leaks a little. Enough to coat the frame behind it and to soil the bottom of my pant leg. The left fork seal weeps a bit. Just enough to see a runnel in the dust below the low mark left by the travel.
The slightly disappointing:
The heated grips are nice but the high setting could be a little warmer. I bought the Triumph rear panniers and front upper crash bars (the V2 ones). The fit and finish on the bars is less than desired. The fog light mount on the front upper crash bars is a riv-nut. It is wobbly even with the bolt tight.
The awesome:
Everything else. The motor, the quick shifter, the heated seat, the quick shifter, the TCS and ABS, and did I mention the quick shifter?
Hey Dork. Big fan. I'm up in WA so just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Traded my 2017 Husqvarna 701 enduro straight up for a 2017 Africa Twin. Way better suited for highway and off road that I want to be doing. Loved my 701. But it was brutal from Olympia WA to Idaho Falls. Hope to meet into you some day. Cheers to beers and Mr Puff Puff.
Great video/review. Have a good week! Finding out neutral has no power😂
That sound! I miss my Tiger 900.
It's pretty heavenly.
@@DorkintheRoad yeah I was pretty inexperienced and went a little too hard in the dirt one day. Dropped it pretty bad and it had an ugly dent on the tank but otherwise was still great. Unfortunately life-change meant I had to eliminate the payment, so somebody did a fly and Ride and bought it off of me.
I love Triumph bikes. Mine have been nothing but reliable. I currently have a Street Triple RS. It’s been 100% reliable. I am a big fan. If I were to get an adv bike it would be the ktm 890 or the tiger 900. The Triumph triple is an awesome engine.
Reliability? My 900 RP is my third Triumph: 122k on my Sprint ST 1050 with only a defective dynamo. Then 80k on my Tiger 800 XRx without trouble and now 1400 on my Tiger 900 RP without issues. So happy.
(All kilometers BTW)
NIce video Dork, this is your next machine, Tenere is getting long in the tooth for you now, lol. All good, keep up the great work! Ronny
I had the 1995 Tiger T400 900(885cc) carb version and it was great. Quirky but great. Wished that I still had it.
Great review. I have been looking at these as an option if I sell my AT. Since you had an AT how would you compare the Triumph to it. Understanding the price difference and more modern TC
Thanks
Can’t wait for your Tiger 900 video series 😂
You peaked my curiosity but I'm still stuck on sub 300 lb dual sports since I use it mostly off road and I have street bikes.
But for a person that could only have 1 bike? Great option here.
I just love my Tiger so much! ❤❤❤
Awesome bike other than a few design flaws that are a major draw backs to me if you ride off-road. I was at a rally this past weekend both leading and riding sweep. There’s a lot of sand in Michigan so a large majority of the riders from out of state were in over their heads. Figured I’d be more help picking up bikes than blasting through the trails. A few riders that have Triumphs ended up going over the bars and snapping the gooseneck that the TFT and windscreen mount to. I’m sure someone makes a reinforcement kit or different mount, but $1000 every time you go through the windshield doesn’t sound fun to me.
Presently have a 2016 Triumph 800 XCx. And a 17’ KTM 1290 SAR. Considering trading them both in on one of these. Or the Norden 901 Expedition ( less $ ).
I have a '17 800 XCA, great bike on the road and decent on hardpack. I don't feel comfortable taking it on doubletrack and single track like I can do on a KTM 890. Testing the water with selling my Tiger and trying an 890, several friends swear by their KTMs.
This and the 2023 KTM 890 Adventure (not R and newly updated) are great examples of, why buy a sport bike? These can do a lot of that and do adventures as well!
tiger 900 rally/pro has been one of the best bikes I have ridden, and I love mine more than anybike I have ever owned... also.. Matte kahki green is only acceptable color for that bike.
Nice review just made me want to go ride......
So awesome brother 👊 great review of the bike #dreamlife you da man Ben
Thanks for watching!
Man, I'm torn between the 900 pro rally and Tenere 700.
I do 50/50, a lightly used (3 year old, 15K km ODO) is just as expensive as a Tenere here. Now, this bike has everything, but the Tenere has that offroad vibe and seems to be the better offroad bike.
I own the 1200 Explorer from 2012 and I have test ridden a 2024 900 & 1200 Tiger and I prefered the 900 over the 1200. But how does this bike compare to the Tenere??
I'd really rather have a shaft drive (after getting spoiled with a Kawi Concours). What do you think of the Tiger 1200 ADV? Thanks for sharing your nice ride.
Triumphs are bulletproof alright.
One of the best quality motorbikes I've ever owned. Expensive... but justified.
I’m hesitating between this one and the norden 901…. Would be cheaper the norden but wouldn’t get some comfort features… difficult decision. What would you do?
You didn’t feel it to be vibey at the bars? That’s my biggest issue with. Had it for a month.
What is your inseam mate? Thanks for the video!
Love it the video. Love your bike review videos. Would love to see your thoughts on the scrambler 1200 xe.
Those knee grabbers are the biggest complaint of this bike....I took em off on mine, problem solved! Love my rally pro❤❤❤
Very interesting.....how does it compare to the Norden 901 you had?
Thoughts on this vs a top trim AT? 🙂
It makes plenty of power in neutral; it just doesn't transfer any of that power to the ground ;) .
You have a point.
@@DorkintheRoad Actually, it transfers a very small amount of power to the "ground" in neutral, hence why a rear wheel will spin when on a center stand and free from obstruction(s).
I test rode the Triumph 900 Rally Pro for an hour and the Norden 901 Expedition for an hour, with some off road. I own a Husky 501 dual sport which is great off road but not great on street. For me I preferred the feel and the grunt and quick shifter and seat height of the TRP over the Expedition. But compared to my 501 they both felt very heavy on the dirt, and would be very concerned about the inevitable drop and pick up. Leaning towards the Husky 701 for the kind of riding I do with challenging off road, but still seriously considering the TRP 900 for touring and very light off road. This video is very light off road so depends on what kind of riding you want to do.
Jeff K, I have that set up.701 and Rally Pro. It's ideal.
Jeff, the 501 is a lot happier in technical stuff than the 701 and a whole lot lighter. If I were starting from scratch, I'd have the 501 plus 900 Rally Pro. My mate is taking his KTM 500 across the Pyrenees Trans Euro Trail, largely dirt and despite being similar levels of riding skill, in tough stuff, he's waiting for me, which never happens if I'm on my FE350. I wouldn't swap out a 501 for a 701. I'll swap with you though! My 2016 701 is battle scarred but has been on various trips, from Arctic Europe to the Moroccan Sahara and it is a brilliant all rounder but not stand out at anything save fast gravel. On fast gravel, she is perfect. Single track, too heavy and a bit throttle happy but I can get through everything I've pointed the big girl at. I'm not talented but I am fairly experienced. On the road, with an adventure tower, surprisingly well mannered up to about 70mph but I needed to balance the wheels with some chunky wheel weights.
@@TheIdlesurfer yeah tough decision since so far my wife won't allow me to have 2 bikes 😦, but I am still considering the TRP and maybe 701 or 890. Have you ridden a KTM 890 or 890 R off road? I may test ride one soon, but again seems it will be too heavy for technical dirt.
@@jeffk528 I have taken an 890 out on stock tyres in slippery mud and my bum was squeaking. The 701 is, IMHO, way better in slimy, hilly conditions than the 890 but I run my 701 on Michelin Trackers and tyres are crucial. The 701 isn't fantastic on snotty, technical stuff but for fast gravel, it's fantastic. If I could only have one bike, it'd be the 701 with an Adventure tower. But I've got the luxury of 3 bikes. 2 x 2016 Husqvarnas, FE350 and 701. The 350 was the adventure mule for Nomad of Holland so it has an adventure tower and soft luggage racks, and a Seat Concepts seat. Up to about 65mph on the GPS it is not bad on the road, even for a good few miles. It'd be a tough call between the FE350 and the 701. The first one to go, and I genuinely love it, would be the Tiger. But I'm really off road biased. I'll sacrifice road manners for dirt playtime. The Tiger is surprisingly good on trails, mine is on Anakee Wilds and so long as I stay off the slimy trails, the Tiger will get through some quite serious terrain, but something that heavy and that expensive with all those lovely but pricey electronics, nope. My Husqvarnas have had the granny beaten out of them for years, they're both battered but I have zero concerns when I go over. Can I respectfully suggest you think about an adventure tower for your 501, a better seat and maybe losing a few teeth on the rear sprocket? I did that on my FE350 and it is a serviceable road bike and fantastic fun in the dirt.
@@jeffk528 just a second thought. There isn't much between the 890 and the TRP. You'd have 2 very similar bikes. It is always a trade off, road v dirt v technical dirt. The 701 is damned tall. I'm 183cm/6 ft tall, I find the 701 very tall. Just on the cusp of being too tall.
Whats the reliability on a triumph tiger 800/900? Why does a guy buy this rather than a Japanese bike?
Love it! Future bike....?
Looks like a Fun place to play....... So how was the Vibrations on the highway....... Ive read that above 70 It has some vibrations....Was it an issue??? ...... YOU seem to say it wasn't ....... 2 friends and I plan to rent 3 different bikes for the day and trade off to see what we like.... The Tiger is on our short list..... THANKs for your input.......
Did you rent one?
Ben, Africa Twin or Tiger 900 Rally Pro?
KTM 890 Adventure or the TT900RP? I have the T7 and have never ridden a premium bike. Probably good that I haven't$$$$.
A great motorcycle, except that it cracks the subframes, and from what I heard they always try to excuse the issue and not cover it even under warranty. I saw some cases of the frame itself cracking on tiger groups. In tiger groups, it is a very common issue and that didn't happen for the 800 models.
If you look at the Rally Pro and Africa Twin Std on paper, they are nearly identical in ALL metrics.
Great review and video! Did you try the Scrambler 1200XE?
I didn't. Wish I had, though.
Great piece of content...I was at the Get On Fest as well....how about a video on the slow speed race and the "BOX OF DOOM".....S.F.A.
It comes out tomorrow morning
Dork, would you take the 900RP on the same trip you did in Baja, running the same roads/dirt/sand?
great content, your skill have improved very much in the last couple years, wish I could ride every day to improve my skills, now that I'm old I have to change up my dirt techniques and stop trying to muscle my dual sport so much I'm working on it locally couple times a month.
Wonder how it’s stacks up with the Honda Africa twin?
Did you use the "auto shifter" ? No clutch squeeze needed.....no idea I'd love it so much.
I found it on the way back.
6th at 75 km/h? Isn't that bad for the bike?
I would love to hear your thoughts on this bike vs an Africa Twin (2022+)
Nice vid as usual Dork. I'd be interested in how you felt the weight of the bike sat relative to the Norden, meaning did it feel more or less top heavy when you were doing those slow speed corners in the sand?
The weight is higher up but there's less of it so it's not a huge diference.
What's your bottom line verdict on Norden vs Tiger 900 RP, especially regarding off-road and slow, technical, possibly single track stuff?@@DorkintheRoad
dude you have the best job in the world, can we trade places for 1 week
You guys out west have way more fun than us east guys😂. I'm a little jealous, to be honest. However, the wife and I plan on full-time RVing and staying out west. Well, not California😂. And of course one motorcycle(DR650) with be coming with us🍻. Wife doesn't ride, so the DR is perfect for me. But, the Tiger is awfully tempting.
California is great, if you don’t reside in the big cities. Many places to ride & site see. AZ has great place as well.
RVing is very fun, find groups to help with different destinations.
Get one please 🙏
This bike speaks to me. I’m just not sure I could part with my KTM 690 to get one.
What adventure bike would you recommend for a beginner big guy?
900 RP
Would you have preferred this bike for your Baja trip?
Much better on the highway and about the same off road so...maybe?
I have owned my TRP 900 for 15,000 totally reliable Mi 50/50 riding in Colorado. It's funny how every UA-camr reviews this bike absolutely loves it but no one owns one. In my opinion it gets zero respect and the pumpkins and t7 get way more respect than they deserve.
I have 10k on mine. Such a rad machine. How did your valves look at 12k
I'm only in the research phase right now. How feasible is this bike for someone just starting out but is a larger guy (I'm 6'0" / 260 lbs.)? Or should I stick with something like a cb500x, possibly with upgraded suspension, to learn on? Would really prefer to not have to deal with upgrading (selling/buying another bike) after attaining enough skill. But I'm willing to do it the right way too. This class of bike seems to retain value pretty well.
I'm 6'1", 250lbs. I have a 900 RP, so obviously biased, but I think it would be do-able if you are the type of person that could put it in Rain mode and leave it there. Rain mode reduces power to ~45hp IIRC. I will warn you that if you have it in Sport mode and roll on the throttle hard in 1st and sometimes 2nd without leaning over the tank, the front wheel IS coming up. So keep it in Rain until you're comfortable.
If you want to learn off road riding the right move is to get a dual sport and learn on it until you're comfortable. They're lighter, cheaper, and you don't care as much about dropping them. Plus, when you upgrade you'll REALLY appreciate the difference in comfort on the highway. These bikes retain their value pretty well. I wouldn't hesitate to start on 300L rally or something knowing I could sell it later on.
If you're dead set on an ADV bike then the 500X, Versys 300, or KTM 390 is a good place to start. This bike is maybe manageable but you don't want to be learning on and dropping a bike that costs this much. Wait until you're ready to treat her right ;)
I think you'd be fine on the road.. the power delivery on the mid-triple is smooth and manageable. The downsides are top-heavy weight which can be a bear at low speed (like paddling around a parking lot), and the fact that used parts are less than plentiful, so most damage will require new part$$$. As for off-road... NO.... you'll be happier learning on a smaller dual sport. Common sense and self-control go a long way. PS. Everyone on the road is trying to kill you... ride accordingly.
@@DorkintheRoad Sage advice on the drops...I'm humble enough to admit that I WILL drop the bike. The plan is to do more on-road riding but you got me thinking about a dual sport. Thanks for the great videos!
@@AbramsGunner "PS. Everyone on the road is trying to kill you... ride accordingly." Facts! Scary enough in a truck.
How would you compare it overall against the Norden? I tempted to trade mine in for one.
It's more comfortable, lighter, and equally fun
The 900 is lighter than the 901? With the low fuel tank? Everyone comments how light the Norden feels and how comfortable it is? How about a video discussion about this. This would get you plenty of views.
It takes quite some time and revving getting to 100kmh...hmm.
I like your KPH excuse.... meanwhile.... why does the screen say MPH?🤣😂
software glitch
Was this a paid infomercial ? Sounds like a great bike though.
Even someone who knows a bit about motorcycles would know that this cannot truly be called off-road riding. Thanks for sharing your fun.
Yes you're right, of course. 60 mph through the sand in the Mojave Desert is exactly the same as riding on the highway. Thanks for the clarification. I'll reach out to my contacts in the industry and let them know they've been doing it wrong. Thank God you were here to save us from our own delusional misconceptions.
As someone who knows a bit about motorcycles this is exactly what you call off road riding. It is riding…off a road…in the desert…if you feel like you need to condescend you should check yourself before you start projecting your own insecurities. Riding isn’t a competition about whose dick is bigger and if you feel that’s the case then I have a feeling you will spend a lot of time riding alone.
Thanks for sharing your fun.
I can understand the points you're hesitant about, guys. As individuals invited to test drive of the brand, you are naturally expected to polish their bikes. However, sincerity is a different matter, and addressing this point will understandably make you uncomfortable. Naturally, nobody cares whose dick is bigger or smaller than yours :) I would have expected you to keep your complexes to yourself and also to be understanding of genuinely honest comments. Enjoy your rides.
The TPMS is the only thing that bugs me
Just as fast as a Sport Bike SMH not even close.
😊👍🙏
I love adventure bikes but they are not as fast as sport bikes, especially on a track.
Yes I wasn't being serious about them being just as fast my point was I don't feel like I want one when I can go as fast as I care to on the bikes I have