@trevorphillips3055 Yes, yellow would be our pick. We liked that it had everything you would want or need but not overloaded with expensive, unnecessary tech. It's also not keyless, which we like
I saw this bike at the same location and I think that it will be the perfect bike to fill the gap in the range left by the sublime Tiger Explorer 800. I wasn't interested in the Tiger 900 because the T plane crank that they put into that engine increased vibrations and made it sound more like a twin than a triple. I understand why Triumph did that - the 800 was criticised for spinning up too quickly and losing traction off road and that may have limited sales in their largest market, North America. But the smoothness of a 120 degree crank engine causes less rider fatigue for long distance road riding. The quick shifter is also a useful addition in this regard. The extra 20HP or so over the Explorer 800 is not something that I feel is really necessary, but then I never ride with a pillion. I think that this will be a very successful machine for Triumph.
Looks nice, but definitely built to a budget compared to my tiger 900 gt pro. A gt pro option would be more tempting to me. I wouldn't like budget brakes again after having the brembos, and things like heated seats are lovely to have.
@fazerstorm-oap I understand. I'm guessing there will be a higher specification model like the Street Triple R and RS have. I think the manufacturers are looking to bring some sense back into motorcycle pricing, especially after Honda released their Hornet 1000 prices.
@fazerstorm-oap I ran 'budget Suzuki Bandits (600&1200s) all good bikes. I think you might see some pushback from some of the overpriced tech laden bikes that fewer can afford.
Had a GT 900 Pro and found it a bit buzzy and didn't love the handling. I've just ordered the Tiger 800 Sport as the engine sounds more fun and the handling should be tighter. Sounds like the perfect compromise on paper.
@willhorsley2105 It is, but I can see what Triumph is doing. They are appealing to more established riders like me who don't want a full-blown two up touring machine but still want a very capable all-around bike. Honestly it could be the sweet spot. Mid sized, well priced
saw that lovely bike this morning . i thought the back tyre looked like it was a 180 . if i was younger and could change gear well i would try one of those . see you both soon .
@johnbellamy6449 We called on the way back from the National Motorcycle Museum. Mostly to get a decent coffee 😆. We were surprised to spot this bike, so a UA-camr never misses a chance for a vid.... I'm sure we will catch up at some point. Good to hear from you as always.
@LordBilious It is technically her turn for a new bike. The trouble is our existing bikes just keep reliability working, making us think 'why spend the money'?
@enro999 Thanks for watching all the way over in Poland. The Tiger 800 looks a great bike, which we managed to sit on making our Motorcycle Live videos.
I agree it's a nice looking bike not too dissimilar to the Daytona and the 660 Sport. I'd have liked a TFT and Brembo brakes but then it is built to a price point. I've sort of given up waiting on a replacement for the Tiger 1050 Sport, I guess this one is close and certainly not so tall. Perhaps not enough Ponies to tempt me but I'm sure Carol would love one in the garage.
I've been hoping they would build a 1200 Tiger Sport using the engine out the Speed Triple. I do think there is some slightly confusing naming going on with the Tiger name. The Tiger 800 & 660 Sport are just road bikes
@Banditmanuk I agree, there's just far too many tigers especially when you consider that Triumph rebranded the 900 Tiger range to be less confusing 🤔🙄 Yet still none of them actually are a close representation of the 1050. I'm pleased now they didn't put the T plane engine into a new Sport. I believe they've reverted back to the smoother configuration on the 1200 Tigers due to customer demand. Tigers, Tigers everywhere yet they seem to have lost their bite 😔
@exeterrider Caught us completely by surprise. You would have thought they would have used their existing 765 Street Triple engine in this, but no, a new engine.
@exeterrider I believe they said it was to give more low down power and torque as the Street Triple made more of its power higher in the revs. Basically a more relaxed touring ride.
Ive just got a Truimph Tiger 900 GT PRO , this 800 Tiger reminds me of my old Kawasaki Z1000 SX , i think it will sell well looks cool and not to high well done Truimph 👍 👏🏼 😀 🏍🏍🏍
@davidbirchall5124 Congratulations on the 900 GT Pro. Yes, definitely similar to the Z1000 SX. I wonder if this bike will cut into sales of the Tiger 900? Especially if those owners have no off-road aspirations. I think the 800 makes more BHP than the 900.
She is 👍 This is my favourite bike of 2024/25 and yes big competition for the Yamaha Tracer. Thanks for watching in France, we love riding on your roads. Merry Christmas
@@Banditmanuk I think with the way the motorcycle industry is as a whole prices have to be realistic, who would have thought pidcocks would have come to such a dramatic end and there just the first of many unfortunately 👎
I agree with you, they'll sell boat loads of those 800's and I might be tempted to give it go myself...having said that, I've been waiting for a call back from my dealer, about my request to test ride the latest 1200 GT Pro...since they got a test bike😠
@YarroMoto Dealers need to work hard on their customer service in the current environment. I was lucky to bag a go on a 1200 GT Pro on a Triumph organised ride out from the factory. I'll be honest I loved the bike and was really surprised how much push that engine has. It's what I should be riding instead of the ridiculous MT10 with its 100 mile range. Only the exciting ride and perfect reliability keep me on the Yamaha
@@paulneedham3608 I guess a more budget screen keeps the overall price down?? I bet a higher spec model will appear in due course. As for seats, they are so subjective and feel different to each person. A decent test ride would be needed
@oldgriff8559 Give it 18 months, someone will buy one, do a trip then decide to change it. We certainly like it, and would (if we had it) prefer to spend 11 on that, compared to 22K on a BMW R1300 GSA
@@ImJensenKing Money no object, it would be nice. Saying that, Carol absolutely loved the 765 Street Triple RS she recently tried. This would need to ride and go very well.
@@blitzer109 They had just rolled it around from the works at the back. Guess we struck lucky as we only stopped for coffee on route back from the National Motorcycle Museum open day
@armandomateus5103 Yes I think so, but I guess it depends if you're pillion is petite or on the larger side. To be honest I was disappointed the Triumph guy wouldn't let me film sitting on the bike.
@Banditmanuk my wife is more on the petite side and she's comfortable on our Tiger Sport 1050. I wonder if we'll ever see a Tiger Sport 1200......... 😇
@RichardASK She does genuinely like it. But we won't suck up to the manufacturers for test rides or risk £1,000 insurance excess to get a dealer's demo for a UA-cam video. I guess if her current bike gives up, it might force the issue.
Looks like no space for top box fitting, and if I’m touring in would want that as well as the panniers. As a commuter, a top box is essential. Other than that, looks a great bike.
@MrBeracah At the moment, I think it's in the box marked possible. If you've seen any of our touring vids, you will see we love to travel by motorbike. She loves her Street Triple, but it's not that practical as a tourer (same as my MT10 really)
Unfortunately without being allowed to sit on it, it's difficult to give an honest opinion. I think trying out the Tiger Sport 660 may give you a good idea as the two bikes are very similar. I'm thinking 6ft would probably be OK. Me at 6ft 4 is more questionable
@@paullee6663 The longer our current machines keep going, the more we're tempted to see just how far they will go. We're certainly in no rush to change either bike.
@tojj29 I can not speak for Carol, but I suspect her Street Triple will have to let her down badly first. She also loved the Yellow Street Triple RS she took out from Triumph. This is more practical, but do you always buy the most practical bike???
Looks good but it’s based on the 660 which also looked good. I do see a shift to cheapen the bike though which is worrying from triumph. That same dash also going on the speed 900 recently too, which is a wrong move from the beautiful twin clocks. I am also worried for the Tiger 900 platform as this 800cc engine makes more hpower than the 900 today. Will they next shift the road versions of the Tiger 900 to this 660 platform too! ? Raw materials are at an all time high and are we seeing cost reductions in manufacturing. It’s also £900 more than the current 850 sport. It looks to me like they have just put a revised 800cc engine in a 660 tiger added a couple styling tweaks, a cheaper bike to produce than the outgoing Tiger 850 sport and added £900 - not liking the way Triumph are moving forward here. I also feel that by 2023 we had seen the best bikes Triumph have ever produced and feel cost cutting days ahead, only my opinion of course 😁
@MOTOUK1 I definitely didn't like the move on the twin clocks, but I think cost reduction is key to survival in a shrinking market where the raw materials are still rising. Keep raising prices just means it opens the door to more and more low cost producers from India and China. Perhaps things are going full circle back towards touring on a sports tourer instead of adventure bike? You're definitely right that it will take away sales from their existing Tiger 900 line up, especially as the 800 engine makes more power.
It doesn't have a front mudguard 🤣 the engine will be stripped of its paint in no time!!! What the hell are manufacturers thinking??? it rains in the UK - a lot -- mudguards are essential not luxuries we can do without.
@@Banditmanuk Fixable perhaps, but why should we pay extra for essentials like mudguards. That's a deal breaker for me, how dare the manufacturer think I only ride to the local cafe on dry clean roads.
What a nice couple looking around the bike !!!! Congratulations !
Lovely looking all round bike, I think it will do really well
@@volksmania114 Yep, they will sell plenty
@@Banditmanuk And only £500 more than I paid for my MT10 and only £1k more than yours Richard!!!!!
Oooh I like the look of this one guys very very nice food for thought there 👌
@@crumblymal8479 lots of people are thinking as you.
It's a good-looking bike. If I hadn't gotten a new Street triple rs last year, I'd be very interested. The cosmic yellow looks nice, too 😊
@trevorphillips3055 Yes, yellow would be our pick. We liked that it had everything you would want or need but not overloaded with expensive, unnecessary tech. It's also not keyless, which we like
as tiger 660 owner looking to that bike as a new one after mine
@@SergeZ07 It would seem a logical upgrade 👍
I saw this bike at the same location and I think that it will be the perfect bike to fill the gap in the range left by the sublime Tiger Explorer 800. I wasn't interested in the Tiger 900 because the T plane crank that they put into that engine increased vibrations and made it sound more like a twin than a triple. I understand why Triumph did that - the 800 was criticised for spinning up too quickly and losing traction off road and that may have limited sales in their largest market, North America. But the smoothness of a 120 degree crank engine causes less rider fatigue for long distance road riding. The quick shifter is also a useful addition in this regard. The extra 20HP or so over the Explorer 800 is not something that I feel is really necessary, but then I never ride with a pillion. I think that this will be a very successful machine for Triumph.
@rodbowes5309 Good analysis. I, too, don't want the T plane crank.
Looks nice, but definitely built to a budget compared to my tiger 900 gt pro. A gt pro option would be more tempting to me. I wouldn't like budget brakes again after having the brembos, and things like heated seats are lovely to have.
@fazerstorm-oap I understand. I'm guessing there will be a higher specification model like the Street Triple R and RS have.
I think the manufacturers are looking to bring some sense back into motorcycle pricing, especially after Honda released their Hornet 1000 prices.
@Banditmanuk yes, to be fair, the yamaha fazer 600 and 1000 bikes I had, were budget versions, but I really enjoyed riding them over the years.
@fazerstorm-oap I ran 'budget Suzuki Bandits (600&1200s) all good bikes. I think you might see some pushback from some of the overpriced tech laden bikes that fewer can afford.
Had a GT 900 Pro and found it a bit buzzy and didn't love the handling. I've just ordered the Tiger 800 Sport as the engine sounds more fun and the handling should be tighter. Sounds like the perfect compromise on paper.
Crowded line up with the 660 Tiger looking almost identical
@willhorsley2105 It is, but I can see what Triumph is doing. They are appealing to more established riders like me who don't want a full-blown two up touring machine but still want a very capable all-around bike. Honestly it could be the sweet spot. Mid sized, well priced
saw that lovely bike this morning . i thought the back tyre looked like it was a 180 . if i was younger and could change gear well i would try one of those . see you both soon .
@johnbellamy6449 We called on the way back from the National Motorcycle Museum. Mostly to get a decent coffee 😆. We were surprised to spot this bike, so a UA-camr never misses a chance for a vid....
I'm sure we will catch up at some point. Good to hear from you as always.
@@Banditmanuk good thinking Richard and Carol .
I think Carol may be getting a new bike in spring.......
@LordBilious It is technically her turn for a new bike. The trouble is our existing bikes just keep reliability working, making us think 'why spend the money'?
@@Banditmanuk yeah, I get what you have works well. Just don't let Carol test ride it, I think she'll like it too much.
Looks great!!!! Looking forward to see new Tiger 800 in Poland 🙂
@enro999 Thanks for watching all the way over in Poland. The Tiger 800 looks a great bike, which we managed to sit on making our Motorcycle Live videos.
I agree it's a nice looking bike not too dissimilar to the Daytona and the 660 Sport. I'd have liked a TFT and Brembo brakes but then it is built to a price point. I've sort of given up waiting on a replacement for the Tiger 1050 Sport, I guess this one is close and certainly not so tall. Perhaps not enough Ponies to tempt me but I'm sure Carol would love one in the garage.
I've been hoping they would build a 1200 Tiger Sport using the engine out the Speed Triple. I do think there is some slightly confusing naming going on with the Tiger name.
The Tiger 800 & 660 Sport are just road bikes
@Banditmanuk I agree, there's just far too many tigers especially when you consider that Triumph rebranded the 900 Tiger range to be less confusing 🤔🙄 Yet still none of them actually are a close representation of the 1050. I'm pleased now they didn't put the T plane engine into a new Sport. I believe they've reverted back to the smoother configuration on the 1200 Tigers due to customer demand. Tigers, Tigers everywhere yet they seem to have lost their bite 😔
I didn't know they were bringing this out.
Looks good 👍
@exeterrider Caught us completely by surprise. You would have thought they would have used their existing 765 Street Triple engine in this, but no, a new engine.
Yes, maybe Euro 5.5 is crushing the 765? Strange times.
@exeterrider I believe they said it was to give more low down power and torque as the Street Triple made more of its power higher in the revs. Basically a more relaxed touring ride.
@@Banditmanuk is it a new engine or just a tiger 800 engine 🤔
I own the current 66o sport & i love this new 800.looking to trade up to this model. 😊
The 660 is a great bike. I think this will be the same but more if that makes any sense.
Ive just got a Truimph Tiger 900 GT PRO , this 800 Tiger reminds me of my old Kawasaki Z1000 SX , i think it will sell well looks cool and not to high well done Truimph 👍 👏🏼 😀 🏍🏍🏍
@davidbirchall5124 Congratulations on the 900 GT Pro. Yes, definitely similar to the Z1000 SX. I wonder if this bike will cut into sales of the Tiger 900? Especially if those owners have no off-road aspirations. I think the 800 makes more BHP than the 900.
@Banditmanuk I've got The Tiger and wont be going off road , and yes I think.the 800 may cut in to sales of the 900 both lovely bikes time.will tell
I've told the local dealer I want to be one of the first for a test ride. I'd added heated grips.
@flatcapcaferacer They are nice close up. I think they have more bhp than the 900 Tiger, so it should be a rapid road bike
Heated grips are essential equipment!
It has the same as the old tiger 1050 115❤@Banditmanuk
elle est magnifique 🎉 ! hâte de l'essayer en mars ( ici en France ) 😊
elle va faire mal à la tracer 9 GT !!!!
She is 👍 This is my favourite bike of 2024/25 and yes big competition for the Yamaha Tracer. Thanks for watching in France, we love riding on your roads. Merry Christmas
@@BanditmanukElle arrive en mars en garage ici en France !!! Tellement hâte !!
I like the look of that and a brilliant way of using parts you already have in stock I think it will be a big seller 😎👌
@bikerbuddy3166 I like it because it's not stupidly priced.
@@Banditmanuk I think with the way the motorcycle industry is as a whole prices have to be realistic, who would have thought pidcocks would have come to such a dramatic end and there just the first of many unfortunately 👎
Looks amazing, be interesting to compare to the transalp 750 and the Suzuki 800re.
@@Trevster65 I'm sure all the comparison tests will be incoming
Compact touring bike is really attractive, hope with 115hp it goes up to 150mph
@aleokyn5757 It's a good looking bike. Will it do 150mph?? Possibly but I'm not the person to try 😉
Thanks for watching
I agree with you, they'll sell boat loads of those 800's and I might be tempted to give it go myself...having said that, I've been waiting for a call back from my dealer, about my request to test ride the latest 1200 GT Pro...since they got a test bike😠
@YarroMoto Dealers need to work hard on their customer service in the current environment. I was lucky to bag a go on a 1200 GT Pro on a Triumph organised ride out from the factory. I'll be honest I loved the bike and was really surprised how much push that engine has. It's what I should be riding instead of the ridiculous MT10 with its 100 mile range. Only the exciting ride and perfect reliability keep me on the Yamaha
Would like a better tft screen and better mounting point for sat nav etc. Also the seat does not look comfortable
@@paulneedham3608 I guess a more budget screen keeps the overall price down?? I bet a higher spec model will appear in due course.
As for seats, they are so subjective and feel different to each person. A decent test ride would be needed
Best looking bike I’ve seen in a long time,shame I haven’t got a spare 11K to do nothing else with..
@oldgriff8559 Give it 18 months, someone will buy one, do a trip then decide to change it. We certainly like it, and would (if we had it) prefer to spend 11 on that, compared to 22K on a BMW R1300 GSA
I see HRH getting a new bike very soon 😉, Tiger 1200 to go with it for Sir…. Sure there is deal to be done 😎
@@ImJensenKing Money no object, it would be nice. Saying that, Carol absolutely loved the 765 Street Triple RS she recently tried. This would need to ride and go very well.
Similar to BMW’s R12, be interesting if Triumph offered a simple analogue instrument cluster as an option.
@@UncleWally3 Simpler the better as far as I'm concerned. Anything that keeps new bike prices reasonable 👍
It wasn’t on display on Friday when I was there 😢
@@blitzer109 They had just rolled it around from the works at the back. Guess we struck lucky as we only stopped for coffee on route back from the National Motorcycle Museum open day
Looks a very nice mid range bike 👍🏍️
@@SOLOMOTOUK It certainly does. Reminds me of your Kawasaki a little. Especially the pannier set up.
I think that’s why I like it Richard I might go and look at it 👍🏍️😎
What are the things each side with the front indicators tacked on. Triumph normally make tidy looking bikes but not this one.
@splodge5714 I don't mind them, TBH.
Possibly, the dash makes the bike look a little budget??
? seriously?
I put a down payment on one for this same color. Should be arriving at the dealers here in March.
Congratulations. It should be a fabulous bike.
Congrats!! Ordered mine today in the same colour.
On the video the seat looked a bit small for the pillion, did it look to you at least acceptable for touring with pillion? Cheers.
@armandomateus5103 Yes I think so, but I guess it depends if you're pillion is petite or on the larger side. To be honest I was disappointed the Triumph guy wouldn't let me film sitting on the bike.
@Banditmanuk my wife is more on the petite side and she's comfortable on our Tiger Sport 1050. I wonder if we'll ever see a Tiger Sport 1200......... 😇
More to the point Rich, what does Carol really think about it and will she get to borrow one to try out?
@RichardASK She does genuinely like it. But we won't suck up to the manufacturers for test rides or risk £1,000 insurance excess to get a dealer's demo for a UA-cam video.
I guess if her current bike gives up, it might force the issue.
Looks like no space for top box fitting, and if I’m touring in would want that as well as the panniers. As a commuter, a top box is essential. Other than that, looks a great bike.
You can definitely fit a top box. it's listed under the official accessories on the Triumph website
Looks nice 👍👌
@NooBiker I would say Triumph have produced something similar in lots of respects to your Kawasaki. We do like it.
I’m more interested in does carol see herself owning this bike? 😊
@MrBeracah At the moment, I think it's in the box marked possible. If you've seen any of our touring vids, you will see we love to travel by motorbike. She loves her Street Triple, but it's not that practical as a tourer (same as my MT10 really)
I have a moto guzzi v100.. if this was in the 1000cc class, id get it.
@@discoramen8109 The V100 is a bike that's very much interested me. Do you like it?
Do you think it would suit someone 6 foot tall or is it too small
Unfortunately without being allowed to sit on it, it's difficult to give an honest opinion. I think trying out the Tiger Sport 660 may give you a good idea as the two bikes are very similar. I'm thinking 6ft would probably be OK. Me at 6ft 4 is more questionable
It looks gorgeous.... However, I think I'd 'Stick'' if I'm honest.... YMMV....My old Honda is 40 years old next year, so I'm biased.....🤣
@@paullee6663 The longer our current machines keep going, the more we're tempted to see just how far they will go. We're certainly in no rush to change either bike.
Go on Carol, you know you want to😂😂😂😂😂
@tojj29 I can not speak for Carol, but I suspect her Street Triple will have to let her down badly first. She also loved the Yellow Street Triple RS she took out from Triumph. This is more practical, but do you always buy the most practical bike???
@@Banditmanuk 😂not normally, no.
Although, this GS is a keeper....... Until the next one 😂
Looks good but it’s based on the 660 which also looked good. I do see a shift to cheapen the bike though which is worrying from triumph. That same dash also going on the speed 900 recently too, which is a wrong move from the beautiful twin clocks. I am also worried for the Tiger 900 platform as this 800cc engine makes more hpower than the 900 today. Will they next shift the road versions of the Tiger 900 to this 660 platform too! ? Raw materials are at an all time high and are we seeing cost reductions in manufacturing. It’s also £900 more than the current 850 sport. It looks to me like they have just put a revised 800cc engine in a 660 tiger added a couple styling tweaks, a cheaper bike to produce than the outgoing Tiger 850 sport and added £900 - not liking the way Triumph are moving forward here. I also feel that by 2023 we had seen the best bikes Triumph have ever produced and feel cost cutting days ahead, only my opinion of course 😁
@MOTOUK1 I definitely didn't like the move on the twin clocks, but I think cost reduction is key to survival in a shrinking market where the raw materials are still rising. Keep raising prices just means it opens the door to more and more low cost producers from India and China.
Perhaps things are going full circle back towards touring on a sports tourer instead of adventure bike? You're definitely right that it will take away sales from their existing Tiger 900 line up, especially as the 800 engine makes more power.
it has new brakes, advanced suspension and bigger tank, cornering abs and cruise control now. Think that's a good improvement
Cruise Control??
@@DesertCoyote-t5k yes
@ Thank you very much. I appreciate your time in answering my question. I hope you have a great day.
I think you are looking at 2025 top selling bike
@@stevedavies-pp7dp it certainly appeals to us 👍
Lovely bike, could not live with that huge tacky 800 on the tank it’s hideous!
@PNH63 It probably stands out most on the black bike with the fluro letters. It's still there on the other colours but not as noticeable.
It doesn't have a front mudguard 🤣 the engine will be stripped of its paint in no time!!! What the hell are manufacturers thinking??? it rains in the UK - a lot -- mudguards are essential not luxuries we can do without.
@RobertJones-s9b Yep, style over function. It's my wife's biggest complaint on her Street Triple. Fixable I think with aftermarket stuff.
@@Banditmanuk Fixable perhaps, but why should we pay extra for essentials like mudguards.
That's a deal breaker for me, how dare the manufacturer think I only ride to the local cafe on dry clean roads.