Triumph Tiger 900 GTPro - The Perfect Winter Bike …… But

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  • @keepitreal1547
    @keepitreal1547 3 місяці тому +10

    I remember your review of the Himalayan 411 & your praise for it.
    I'm 100% sure that bike can do everything the Tiger 800 can do right through winter & more, plus much better fuel economy, considerably cheaper to buy new or used, better low down traction making it a better & safer bad weather or road surface bike...& much lighter.
    In all honesty in these times of a still 70mph speed limit & max 40, 50 & 60 on most open roads in the UK & Europe, the only advantages of an 800 etc, are getting to those meagre speeds a second or tow quicker & over taking...but isn't motorcycling about the freedom, the adventure the simplicity?
    The likes of the Himalayans, have all, wouldn't you say.

    • @tman5634
      @tman5634 3 місяці тому +4

      Must say I agree, the low seat of the himmi would also benefit the rider on bad winter roads

    • @torbenjensen-cp6qr
      @torbenjensen-cp6qr 3 місяці тому

      The 411 was painfully slow, nooooo thanks. I prefer powerful bikes, tried the 900 Rally Pro a couple of times, really nice bit of kit.

    • @keepitreal1547
      @keepitreal1547 3 місяці тому

      @@torbenjensen-cp6qr
      Everyone has an opinion, don't worry about it.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Without doubt 😁 I still have an itching for a 411 but strangely no interest at all in the 450 🤔 explain that 🤔 weird isn’t it 😁 thanks KIR😁

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Easy to manage and maintain too 😁

  • @auscurrymaster
    @auscurrymaster 19 днів тому

    The indicators can be configured in the menu system to be either self-cancelling or manual.

  • @1teenybop
    @1teenybop 3 місяці тому +2

    Sold my speed triple to buy the exact same bike. Had it for 10days and love it.❤

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks 1TB 😁 excellent, definitely a great bike😁

  • @byjingobob
    @byjingobob 3 місяці тому +3

    I have one of these (GTPro)and love it for travelling or all day riding but I also have my V7 special for me time.

    • @pinkiewerewolf
      @pinkiewerewolf 3 місяці тому

      Nice bike combo!!

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Byjingo 😁 yes, you need at least two bikes if you have one 😁 just for that missing bit 😁

  • @markstaley5922
    @markstaley5922 3 місяці тому +2

    I think my old bones would appreciate this bike Nice one t 👍

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Mine certainly did 😁 thanks Mark 😁

  • @GapBahnDirk
    @GapBahnDirk 3 місяці тому +3

    A very practical bike and definitely another Mr Kipling's cake👍👍. I do prefer the wind in my hair and flies in my teeth of a modern classic though 😂😂🤣🤣.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      😂😂😂😂 thanks GBD 😁

  • @nigel8499
    @nigel8499 3 місяці тому +1

    I had the 1050 limited edition.
    Fantastic bike.
    This looks as good if not better.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Nigel 😁 yes, I had the 1050 tiger sport 😁 loved it 😁

  • @daintree2455
    @daintree2455 3 місяці тому +2

    Bloody hell I don't want a "Rider configurable " bike Mrs Tree is always trying to reconfigure me imagine your bike doing it as well😊😊😊Thanks TAYM

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      😂😂😂😂😂 thanks DT 😂😂😂

  • @scottwallace3050
    @scottwallace3050 3 місяці тому +1

    This mutter really resonated with me! I love my modern classics and for years resisted the ADV bikes for their looks. Finally couldn't resist and added a Tiger 900 GT to my garage...and I love it. Smooth, fast and comfortable, rode 400 miles yesterday in pretty cold weather and was fine, would have been broken on my Bonneville. I know what you mean, its a modern machine and doesn't have the soul or character of a classic but is very enjoyable to ride nonetheless, and I'm lucky enough to have both bikes. I will say my 900 GT was $17,000 out the door, a GT Pro would have been close to 20K!

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Scott 😁 yes, exactly 😁 you sum it up very well 😁

  • @terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff
    @terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff 3 місяці тому +1

    Love those Tiger 900’s, incredibly comfortable with long legs. I’d say the self canceling indicator feature is just turned off in the settings.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Yes, I couldn’t find where to turn it on 😂😂😂 thanks Terry 😁

  • @David-th2ug
    @David-th2ug 2 місяці тому

    Nice to see a review where the bike gets wound up here and there.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  2 місяці тому

      Thanks David 😁

  • @iantownsend17
    @iantownsend17 3 місяці тому

    Great review mate. I totally agree. For my longer rides I do miss the TRK but the T100 just does everything I need and is ok for the longer rider days and not to mention it looks cool for all rides lol 😀

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Exactly 😁 thanks IT 😁

  • @nicholasjarrold8649
    @nicholasjarrold8649 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi taym I totally agree with what you say about one of the best looking adv bikes on the market I looked at them the other day at Suffolk triumph and they are very nice but yesterday Friday I went orwells and looked about sat down with Stefan and said I like the Suzuki gs 800s same as yours I sat on there demo one it’s grey I think and we’ll fitted me like a glove and 7yrs warranty I think I’m getting one in the blue never tried it out as I went in the car but it’s deffo top of my list ahead of triumph t120,and the speedmaster I think that’s what I’m going to have especially after all reviews I’ve read including yours a fantastic bike. them tigers are nice but adv bikes are to heavy and high for me now ride safe mate

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Nick 😁 you will absolutely love the 8S but even more so the 8R 😁

  • @johnfountain8588
    @johnfountain8588 3 місяці тому

    Great review as always and it’s made me think about my Wee Strom 2014 with the goggle eye front so I really do
    like this triumph BUT getting on it may be a bit much for me - I do like the wind protection tho and I’m sure that can be made to work well with adjustments and additions to the screen
    Anyway thanks for the ride along 🦩🦩🦩🦩

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks John 😁 loved my Vstrom 😁 so many very happy miles 😁

  • @adrianstrand1120
    @adrianstrand1120 3 місяці тому +2

    Great review TAYM, nice looking bike. Can I ask are those heated gloves you were wearing, do you recommend them ?

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks AS 😁 yes they are heated gloves and a I have a number of pairs 😁 I am about to do a video on them so if you don’t mind I won’t answer that just yet 😁

  • @redhedhair
    @redhedhair 3 місяці тому

    I remember Foxs Glacier mints 👍... some of the wrapper always got stuck to the sweet 😆 Thanks Taym

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      😂😂😂😂 yes 😂😂😂 thanks D 😁

  • @fuglbird
    @fuglbird 3 місяці тому +1

    I'm old and grumpy but I think it's a good looking motorcycle. I don't understand why most manufacturers mount the exhaust silencers so high. Mount them a little lower and allow luggage space above the exhaust. Adjusting the flow from the radiator using deflectors or even tubes could be perfect for a winter motorcycle. I still use a pair of cameI wool knee warmers that my mom knitted 46 years ago. I always rode a motorcycle to save money. I bought my first moped in 1973 for £ 10 and my first motorcycle, a Suzuki GT550, in 1978 for £ 800. I'm currently riding a SV650 I bought for £ 3500.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks FB😁 can’t go wrong with an SV 😁

  • @boblynch7535
    @boblynch7535 3 місяці тому +1

    Ahh, the Tiger. It’s so easy, reliable and smooth I almost feel like I’m on a Japanese bike. The visceral emotion one gets from a big twin is lacking. The only problem is that it’s such a great bike! I get off my 74 Ducati 750 sport and on to the Tiger and it’s Heaven! I put a Scorpian on mine and it enhanced the sound nicely without being too loud. Lovely burble when you back it off. As you may have noticed in my photos, I mounted Bridgestone AX41s for our miles of dirt roads. We’ve gotten over our heads once or twice in the backcountry and the GT Pro handled the situations easily. No jumps or power slides, mind you.
    I’m curious what your thoughts on the improvements. More power is always welcome, but I hear about the linked braking, a reduction of vibration, a more comfortable seat and perhaps a smoother quick shifter. I was trying to sell my 22 and pick up a new one but the cost was prohibitive. Maybe a used one down the road. Do you think the improvements warrant that?

    • @julianlewis632
      @julianlewis632 3 місяці тому +1

      I have the new 2024 GTPro and it’s a fantastic handling bike at any speed ,comfortable, excellent on fuel and comes with all the features you need .
      Just a very enjoyable motorcycle to ride.
      Cheers

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Bob😁 I would have liked to ride the old one and the new one back to back 😁 having not done so and from memory, I would say you probably wouldn’t notice the power increase but I think what the increase has done has made it smoother🤔 almost feels easier 🤔 if you know what I mean😁 Is it worth the switch? Not sure, I think you’d have to ride them back to back to find out😁 I would be very interested to hear what you think 😁

  • @Grumpy-Goblin
    @Grumpy-Goblin 3 місяці тому +1

    I know all about that conflict TAYM. With winter coming I've been looking at bikes to save the Thunderbird and only today have I come to the realisation that my old GS would do the job without spending any money even though it doesn't light my fire like the Bonneville or the Thunderbird.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Exactly 😁 funny isn’t it 😁 thanks Mike 😁

  • @supercrazysane
    @supercrazysane 3 місяці тому

    I have the tiger 850 sport (which has the 888 engine) and a Thruxton RS which, for a two bike garage, works out really well. 😊

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      The only two bikes you could ever need 😁 thanks SCS 😁

  • @GrahamMutton
    @GrahamMutton 3 місяці тому +1

    Can’t get over the “lipstick” on the front guard (once you see it 😂. Triumph need to fix the radiator heat as it’s murder in an Aussie Summer. Do love em though 👍👍👍

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      😂😂😂😂 now you’ve ruined it for me 😂😂😂😂 thanks Graham 😂😂

    • @GrahamMutton
      @GrahamMutton 3 місяці тому +1

      My sincere apologies……… maybe a “woke” graphic artist 🧐🧐🧐😜😜😜. Just go the White or Red,………but definitely not the Grey 😁😁😁

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      @@GrahamMutton 😂😂😂😂

  • @paulwatts905
    @paulwatts905 3 місяці тому

    👍👍looks a comfy place to sit.🏍

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Paul 😁 it definitely is 😁

  • @davidnunnerley9084
    @davidnunnerley9084 3 місяці тому +1

    That thing you can’t explain even to yourself is it. This is a great solid piece of kit, no doubt but does it give you that undefinable feeling? That feeling I get from my Triple and I can’t explain it. Dave N

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      That’s it exactly 😁😂😂 thanks David 😁

  • @peterhobbs7609
    @peterhobbs7609 3 місяці тому

    Lovely bike Taym, but TBH, I think my 850 sport hits the spot perfectly with a simpler set up and saving a few quid, after resisting and saying I couldn’t see the benefit, got to day the quick shifter is just sublime

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Definitely 😁 and the price difference is incredible really 😁 thanks Pete 😁

  • @pinkiewerewolf
    @pinkiewerewolf 3 місяці тому

    Fate kept me from a Tiger 900 Rally Pro.
    No dealers within about 4 hours of me. I could have overcome that one though.
    The one that derailed me was Harley Calling me up for a Pan America Special when they were launched. I'd had my KLR along with all my road focused bikes, Dressers and Sport-Tourers. I knew that I wanted a performance ADV bike though. So I jumped at the chance to put the Pan America through it' paces. It was awesome, when it ran.
    The Triumph, I'm convinced, would have satisfied my ADV needs and I think they would satisfy 90% of most riders actual needs. Touring, Commuting, Sensible Off-Road stuff.
    In the end I'd had enough of the Harley's tech issues, KTM Manufacturer/Dealer attitudes combined with some tech issues, and went lower tech with the Tenere 700. (I love the T7)
    I'll always think it might have turned out differently if I'd just gotten it right with a Tiger instead of the Pan Am.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks PW 😁 I did like the Pan America when I tried it 😁 and probably would have chosen it too 😁 have they sorted the tech issues now?

    • @pinkiewerewolf
      @pinkiewerewolf 3 місяці тому +1

      @@TAYM They keep trying software updates but it is still hit & miss from what I’ve heard. Even from riders that chastised me, bought a Pan Am, then ran into similar issues.
      My advice to Harley was to take all the tech off, except for what they had to have (ABS) until they could sort it out. The infotainment system on my Ultra Classic is another example of dodgy electronics on Harleys part. An element of their issues is what we would call Harley Tax, they want to run proprietary systems and parts instead of adapting industry standards.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      @@pinkiewerewolf thanks PW 😁

  • @MRo55i74
    @MRo55i74 3 місяці тому +1

    Morning TAYM 👍

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      @@MRo55i74 excellent 😁 good morning Mark 😁 weathers a bit sit though 😂😂😂 poor RR 😂😂

    • @MRo55i74
      @MRo55i74 3 місяці тому +1

      @@TAYMyeah think I’ll keep my bike in the dry today, hopefully tomorrow will be better as off to the Horse shoe pass 👍

  • @tomstockell9481
    @tomstockell9481 3 місяці тому

    good one TAYM

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Tom 😁

  • @spangoz1000
    @spangoz1000 3 місяці тому

    Any exhaust ie like the one on this bike are euro 5 compliant, with a fixed baffle and do not exceed the decibels of the standard can.
    I put a zard none euro 5 can on my GT PRO and it sounds glorious 😊. Looks great as well with a twin outlet.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Span 😁

  • @paulsilson2148
    @paulsilson2148 3 місяці тому

    Understand what your saying, that's why I have my Harley Davidson tri glide trike and my sportglide and shovelhead 3 different types of riding , traditional old Americana, new model riding, and winter riding

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Paul 😁 no shortage of the 🤔 X-factor with that lot 😁😂😂

    • @paulsilson2148
      @paulsilson2148 3 місяці тому

      @@TAYM indeed

  • @brockett
    @brockett 3 місяці тому +1

    Pave roads only bike with inadequate mudguarding. Maybe remove the usless beak and provide a hugger and a fenda extenda. Another victory for style over practicallity. I expect the engine is a peach with handling and equipment to match. Triumphs don't make bad bikes.

    • @spangoz1000
      @spangoz1000 3 місяці тому

      If you want the off road variety, they have the 900 RP , your not comparing apples with apples.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Dave 😁

  • @ruahinesrider
    @ruahinesrider 3 місяці тому +3

    Triumph got a new 800cc bike 🏍 coming out I Reckon SpeedTriple 800.
    Also 2025 Tridents are getting cornering ABS & Traction Control & Quick Shifter comes standard & now has a Sport Mode extra mods adds 1kg so 190kg wet.Pity the Trident didn't have all these mods when I got my old one.The Trident 660 is a great bike comfy up right riding position naked & nippy & nimble.2025 models have new colours too.With Sport Mode & cornering ABS & Traction Control bike is gana be fantastic.
    Be great if NZ 🇳🇿 & Ausie get full power version like Daytona offers both the LAMS version gas the new upgrades as well.

    • @ruahinesrider
      @ruahinesrider 3 місяці тому +3

      My mate took HIS Speedtwin 1200 in for a service & took out a Tiger 🐅 900 & when got back traded Speedtwin 1200 for Tiger 🐅 900 there & then😁😆😂🤣said it was the most comfortable bike he'd ever rode & this guy does big kms & moto camps & fly fishing but was a modern Classic fan boy untill that Ride on Tiger 🐅 900.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Yes, very exciting to see what it will be 😁😉😂😂😂

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      And he’s right 😁

  • @michaellilley6725
    @michaellilley6725 3 місяці тому

    Oooh, am I detecting a possibility of a "Biggles" return, I can't really say past life regrets because you've come to love his replacement. I prefer the dash on this updated model, roundy clock as opposed to that revvy chevrons the older models had. On the subject of Classics did you see Tingle Motos latest, he picked up a well spec'd BSA Gold Star for £2,200, the bottom has fairly fallen out of that market

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      😂😂 thanks GW 😁 yes, incredible 🤔 I wonder were it will go next🤔

  • @billellis6538
    @billellis6538 3 місяці тому

    A very practical bike for our manky roads. I think they could have done better with the weld finishing on a £13k bike, looks like Stevie Wonder did the rear frame 😎.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      😂😂😂😂 thanks Billie 😁

  • @BlakesPipes
    @BlakesPipes 3 місяці тому

    I still dislike the beak. But I am sure it has its purpose... it looks like a perfect winter bike as you call it. 😊

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Blake 😁

  • @timparish172
    @timparish172 3 місяці тому +5

    Why is it all Triumph dash’s look like they’ve been designed by a 5 year old given too much orange juice and a box of crayons when the retro clocks look so good? The 900 is the best of the Triumph adv bikes, the 1200s are far too top heavy!

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Tim 😂😂😂 maybe they are 😁😂😂😂

  • @BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou
    @BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou 3 місяці тому

    The v2s multistrada is a better option imho.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      I need to find a friendly Ducati dealer 😁 thanks BSST😁

  • @jaysinhoffner2134
    @jaysinhoffner2134 3 місяці тому +1

    Ahhh hello there Taym where's R.R 2nd shall I say nice love me a triumph if only they'd make her look like a Bonneville. Triumph do something like that classic looks to your bug like bikes.🎉

    • @ruahinesrider
      @ruahinesrider 3 місяці тому +2

      I am slow tonight.Triumph do make fantastic bikes 🏍 I would buy another 2-3 more models if could afford it.

    • @jaysinhoffner2134
      @jaysinhoffner2134 3 місяці тому +1

      @@ruahinesrider most definitely took the t100 on a 60 mile run at 2am 🕑 6years old still in love with her had something go wrong with original wiring harness when it was three as 2wheeled Willy would say it's a keeper especially after all the parts we've collected for it.

    • @ruahinesrider
      @ruahinesrider 3 місяці тому

      @@jaysinhoffner2134 A Tiger 🐅 900 & a T120 or Speedmaster if back handle forward controls but T120 probably cause of back.A Scrambler 400 to go with my Speedtwin.A naked 2025 Trident with new sport mode & cornering ABS & Traction Control or 765 that would be a Triumphant Effort.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Exactly 😁 thanks Jay 😁

  • @scottadams6245
    @scottadams6245 2 місяці тому +1

    Winter bike? A 14K winter bike? What planet are you on?

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  2 місяці тому

      😂😂😂 planet plenty 😁😂😂 thanks Scott 😁

  • @simongilbert2704
    @simongilbert2704 3 місяці тому

    gateway with a view , but no gate ;; take the silly screen off and bin it , also if you had 2 nice round clocks instead of that slow mess -- then you would not have to NAVIGATE ,, sounds nice ;;

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      😂😂😂 in Suffolk a gateway is just an opening where there’s no ditch/hedge 😁 thanks Simon 😁 yes, you don’t have to wait for an analog clock to wake up 😁

  • @martinmountford3281
    @martinmountford3281 3 місяці тому

    The word you're looking for is "soul" adventure bikes do lots of things brilliantly and I came really close to owning the old tiger 800,handled brilliantly was mega comfortable etc etc but and it's a big but they are ugly from any angle and they have no "soul" unfortunately.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Martin 😁 yes, the big but 😁

  • @graemeshaw9716
    @graemeshaw9716 3 місяці тому +2

    Mate, if you're gonna do a bike review, how about getting your facts straight as opposed to just guessing.
    Just saying👍

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Graeme 😁

  • @112oxford
    @112oxford 3 місяці тому +1

    One of the worst bikes I’ve ever owned, but maybe I just had a bad one.🤷

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      Very interesting 🤔 would love to know more 😁 thanks 112😁

    • @112oxford
      @112oxford 3 місяці тому

      @@TAYM At 2 years old the throttle bodies needed replacing, done under warranty by Triumph.
      At 4 years old the quick shifter packed in along with the heated seats (never used them) and the fog lights burned out. To fix all of the problems would be about £2500 which I wasn’t prepared to pay.

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому

      @@112oxfordthat’s not good 😕

  • @frankmlchaelglasscock6539
    @frankmlchaelglasscock6539 3 місяці тому

    i think it is a good bike but the 900 voge the Chinese bike is better and a lot cheaper but that's my opinion

    • @TAYM
      @TAYM  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Frank 😁 I will have to try one 😁

  • @ruahinesrider
    @ruahinesrider 3 місяці тому

    41st🤬🤬