Gave up an 1150 GS reluctantly when I reached 80, for the ADV 350. Surprised how well it handles, like the wide bars, it’s quite agile and surprisingly quick. Screen reminds me of the 1150 raise it in rain in summer at lowest position. 6 foot don’t feel buffeted. 2years in its been trouble free. And on the open road it’s quite fun, enough in reserve when needed. But I still dream of the GS.
@RocketMan_Moto19 сағат бұрын
I get that, the GS is a fabulous machine. Thanks for your input. Ride safe😊👍
@marcfalardeau6058Күн бұрын
Thank you sir for this nice ride! I wish we had those clement temperatures in Winter here in Quebec… - 24 Celsius last week, - 20 tomorrow morning! 🥶🥶☃️ Regards, Marc 😉🏍️
@RocketMan_MotoКүн бұрын
Thanks, Marc. My eldest son lives in Vancouver and, while it’s not as cold as Quebec, he’s always complaining about the weather😬
@leopard3c3 күн бұрын
After one year still no scratches in the paint ? I´m hesitating buying the Motech or any tank bag.
@RocketMan_Moto3 күн бұрын
Tail bag probably the way to go for you👍
@TomDOnofrio-m5i4 күн бұрын
I bought my GT Pro on New Years Eve 2024/25. As I have a 36-inch inseam, I asked the dealer to set the seat in the high position... and for me, it is totally flush. Don't know why you get that gap. On my former Yamaha Tracer 9 GT I got a HUGE gap that not only looked dumb but also let in crap underneath the seat, Not so on the Triumph. Are you sure your dealer knows what they are doing or that your specific seat isn't faulty?
@TomDOnofrio-m5i4 күн бұрын
Aaaand. A splash guard? My GT has that. Huh
@TomDOnofrio-m5i4 күн бұрын
Yet again... the steering lock... not a problem for me But yes, the display is a bit naff
@TomDOnofrio-m5i4 күн бұрын
The odometer? Really? It's easy to get to. Service.... there it is.
@RocketMan_Moto4 күн бұрын
Why don’t all car and motorcycle manufacturers hide their odometers in the Service menu, then?😊
@RocketMan_Moto4 күн бұрын
I’m taking the bike in for its annual service soon, so I’ll ask again, but every Tiger 900 I’ve seen has this seat-gap problem🫤
@barney34174 күн бұрын
I have an ADV 350 and love it, I've only had for a couple of months but ,like you, found that the wind protection is" less than optimum" I have fitted a Puig touring screen which has improved it a lot. Having watched this vid I have ordered a set of deflectors here in the Uk but there is no stock , however the parts supplier , Fowlers ,are obtaining a set from Belgium for me this week!!I'll let you know how I get on.
@RocketMan_Moto4 күн бұрын
I tried a WRS windscreen, but wasn’t impressed and returned it. Odd, as the WRS screen I have on my Tiger 900 is very good. The deflectors aren’t perfect, but definitely worth the investment, imo😊
@acgadventures905 күн бұрын
I agree about the build quality. The RE Himalayan still looks great but it has sloppy weld points. I remember on my super meteor, the paint and tank were beautiful but the weld pints on the frame weren’t good. The build quality on my older CFMOTO CLX700 was far better. both great bikes for the money. I would also pick the NX first and than the MT second. If the MT had a 10k km service interval it probably be first on looks alone but that Honda 12k km service interval is just far better for commuting and adventuring.
@RocketMan_Moto5 күн бұрын
The NX is a great bike - the sensible choice👍😊
@cypresscycle83265 күн бұрын
HI Rocketman, spring is around the corner and so is new bike time! I've never had a Tiger and I think it's time I give one a try. I've got 30 years + of riding experience, so I'm not worried about bike size or weight. Would you recommend the 1200 or the 900 for primarily road riding? I know the GT is the primary road option, but I just love the 1200 Rally Pro in khaki green! Should I just go for it or should I consider one of the other tiger options. Love the shaft drive!
@RocketMan_Moto5 күн бұрын
I’m very happy with my 900 RP in khaki green and, although I’d quite fancy another 40hp, I don’t really want the extra weight or cost (+€6,000) of the 1200. I’m also not really a fan of shaft drive: they’re heavy, expensive and mechanically inefficient compared to chains. I say get a 900 and spend the money you save on fuel, accessories and hotels, and enjoy😊
@cypresscycle83265 күн бұрын
Thanks @rocketman ! My dealer only has a red GT Pro at the moment. I'm trying to recall your comments about the 900 GT Pro and the Rally Pro so please correct me if I'm wrong. Did you say that the road handling differences between the two are negligible? Did you also say that the brakes and suspension on the rally pro felt slightly upspec? My dealer does have a 2024 900RP demo bike with 2000km for a great bargain...grey with orange.
@cypresscycle83265 күн бұрын
The demo RP is a 2024 with 3200 km in ash grey (grey with orange....looks good!). Comes with free panniers (current triumph promotion) and full warranty.
@RocketMan_Moto4 күн бұрын
Correct. Handling differences are negligible, at least at the speeds I ride, and although the electronic suspension on the GT seems more sophisticated, both I and my dealer prefer the greater comfort afforded by the RP’s greater travel.
@RocketMan_Moto4 күн бұрын
Sounds very nice!
@steveramirez82705 күн бұрын
What's your most recent bike, Rocketman? What's your favorite bike for 2025?
@RocketMan_Moto5 күн бұрын
Really looking forward to testing the Triumph Tiger 800 Sport in a few weeks 😊
@batuonver54955 күн бұрын
Very well considered and detailed review as always 👏🏻thank you. I am between Ducati V2S and Tiger 900 rally pro. Would you consider Ducati instead of the tiger Sir? If you could compare the two in terms of reliability, cost of ownership and fun factor? Thank you
@RocketMan_Moto5 күн бұрын
Thanks. I would love a Multistrada, but went for the Tiger mainly because the Ducati engine gives off a lot of heat, which is no good here in the Algarve during the summer. In terms of fuel consumption, it’s also less good than the Triumph and, finally, the Ducati dealer here has only been up & running for a few months and is therefore unproven in terms of service. These issues are quite specific to me, however, and may not be of concern to you😊👍
@ToddSloanIAAN6 күн бұрын
That's a comprehensive report 10:22 telling us that the sensible machine Wednesday wins the day.
@RocketMan_Moto6 күн бұрын
😊👍
@Raphaelgym16 күн бұрын
Muito obrigado! Por coloca dublado para português assim quem entende inglês vai poder apreciar seus vídeos....
@RocketMan_Moto6 күн бұрын
All languages should be available😊👍
@stelomarina96047 күн бұрын
C'est votre avis mais pas le mien !
@RocketMan_Moto6 күн бұрын
L’important, c’est qu’elle vous convienne
@dougd9367 күн бұрын
1st two Shoei helmets were best I have owned. Last l One started comming apart liners pulling loose arounf neck or bottom everytime I put it on. Removed the lense to clean it. Took off the inner face shield and pin retainer popped off. 6 moths old. Got to be a better made helmet out there. Dam ordered the bronze look and so disappointed this time.
@RocketMan_Moto7 күн бұрын
That’s disappointing. Thanks for your input.
@spring96037 күн бұрын
Is it jerky at low RPMs or at steady throttle or in any other situation? Found a lot of complains on forums.
@RocketMan_Moto7 күн бұрын
A little in sport mode, but no worse than many modern bikes that have to run very lean to pass increasingly strict emissions tests
@cloudymcleod7 күн бұрын
Very excited about this bike, My 07 Tiger 1050 is getting on and on paper this has everything I want and need in a bike these days. I find the dash comments funny, compared to my 1050 it is practically science fiction.
@RocketMan_Moto7 күн бұрын
A good friend of mine has just ordered one in black. March delivery. Looking forward to trying it. Re. dash, I guess it’s all relative😊
@JayMeDee9 күн бұрын
I have an older version of the TripMachine bag. I've scratched my paint with it due to grit, and it's far from great....but it looks nice? lol
@RocketMan_Moto9 күн бұрын
Trapped grit scratching the paint is the problem with all magnetic tank bags. Thanks for your input👍😊
@dannymullane925210 күн бұрын
May I ask you something to your knowledge is there a crash bars that if you drop your bike thay make it easier to pickup
@RocketMan_Moto10 күн бұрын
I guess this would be upper crash bars, but I never install these on my bikes. Sorry, can’t really advise you😊
@EPA310 күн бұрын
I hate recycled materials
@RocketMan_Moto10 күн бұрын
It will be interesting to see how this Durabio stands the test of time
@martinsulgan811412 күн бұрын
After 5k with the NX , I like it much. The windshield needs an extender, rear brake is very weak, standing is akward, seat is ok however you will feel your butt after 200km+, the fullrange & cruise control would be great. Beside all that I love it. Very easy to ride , mount & go
@RocketMan_Moto12 күн бұрын
All bikes have niggles. Thanks for your input 😊👍
@AdrianSnook12 күн бұрын
Great ride Rocketman. Whos the cool dude with the Desert X! Best Wishes from Sunny Sheffield See you in a few months
@RocketMan_Moto12 күн бұрын
Don’t know the guy, he just tagged along. Slightly annoying tbh
@TheQ42712 күн бұрын
Rode all three and went for the Triumph Scrambler 400x cos even with all accessories it's cheaper than the Hima (far too heavy, sidestand too short, most accessories not available) and the CF Moto 450 (no accessories, lifeless feel, very plasticy).
@Mohammed6809913 күн бұрын
considering selling my beloved speed twin for the tiger 800 as I feel it will be better for two up touring.
@RocketMan_Moto12 күн бұрын
As you may know, I sold my beloved Speed Twin 1200 (and Transalp 750) a year ago for a Tiger 900 RP. I have no regrets. Yes, I miss the ST's super grunty engine, but other than that the Tiger does everything I want/need so much better. I would probably have gone for this 800, if it had been available last year.
@Mohammed6809912 күн бұрын
@@RocketMan_Moto Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I am almost thinking the same way. I will just miss the beauty of the Speed Twin 1200. In my opinion, it is the most beautiful bike on the market, and I further customized with Matt green paint with handmade brown leather seat.... I wish I have known this Tiger 800 would be coming earlier. Oh well..
@RocketMan_Moto10 күн бұрын
As I said in one of my videos, the Speed Twin was awesome, but ultimately useless. Harsh, perhaps, but pretty accurate.
@flexywing13 күн бұрын
Great ride
@RocketMan_Moto13 күн бұрын
👍😊
@macp98813 күн бұрын
Why no Transalp with DCT yet? Cmon Honda... Not all can afford Africa
@RocketMan_Moto13 күн бұрын
👍😊
@PNH75014 күн бұрын
I purchased my NC750XA 8 years ago and it has been exceptionally reliable. It handled touring, shopping and commuting brilliantly but did have a few niggles which bugged me. The headlight LED was poor, the front suspension harsh, the instrument display impossible to read in sunny weather and the rear seat too high for me. I often caught my foot on the passenger pad. I fitted lowering bars to back end but then could not use the main stand. This Honda is still brilliant value for money but I am now going to look for a different replacement.
@RocketMan_Moto14 күн бұрын
Thanks for your input. Any ideas as to which bike next?
@colinlow116715 күн бұрын
I was badly disabused about "touring screens" when riding a KTM 1290 SA and a KTM 890 SA. The experience was like being flogged about the helmet with a wet dishtowel. The ADV screen looks similar and terrifies me. Just how bad is it, and will I hate touring at 60-70 mph (I am 5' 11"). Thanks for your reviews.
@RocketMan_Moto14 күн бұрын
I tried a WRS touring screen on my ADV and, if anything, found it worse than factory (doubly odd, as the WRS touring on my Tiger 900 is fine🤷♂️), so I have just ended up with a Puig deflector on top of the factory screen. Oh, and as you may have seen, I added the new Honda leg deflectors a couple of weeks ago😊👍
@colinlow116714 күн бұрын
@@RocketMan_Moto Thanks, that's useful to know. I saw your tip about the knee deflectors, I'll go for that.
@RocketMan_Moto10 күн бұрын
The deflectors reduce wind to the knees by about 70%. Definitely worth having, imo👍😊
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
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Thanks for this , did something similar by accident on Wednesday this week . Here for the month so will try this
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
You can't really go wrong in the Algarve hills. I find the roads running more or less parallel to the southern coast are the prettiest, although there are exceptions. Enjoy :)
@jimthompson71715 күн бұрын
I do short rides often. I live on the Sea to Sky Highway in West Vancouver, i often ride up to various stops; Squamish, Whistler , Lions Bay, and more. I'll take a thermos of coffee and some ice water. Life is good.
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
My eldest son lives in Vancouver and, although I haven’t visited, he often sends beautiful photos of when he drives up to Squamish and Whistler😊
@edwardlacika302215 күн бұрын
I owned the 500X and traded in after a few months … the negatives outweighed the positives… it’s physically too small for anyone above average height, bad wind buffeting from the wind screen, very weak engine that makes passing at 80+ km/h a risky maneuver, bouncy budget suspension, unprotected belly, low ground clearance, unnatural standing position geometry when standing on the pegs, … but it’s a good beginner bike.
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
I agree that a bike in this category will always have some limitations. Good beginner’s bike, as you say👍😊
@rbattson717115 күн бұрын
Thanks
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
Thank you! Really appreciated😊
@rbattson717115 күн бұрын
Definitely, for the road, not the track! I have the Trident, as i like naked roadsters. But would love the daytona engine in it! P. S imo, the Daytona name wouldn't mean much, if anything to the probably younger people buying this bike. The aftermarket market decals available for this bike are awesome for around £200 and transform its appearance. Nice bike, thanks for the video. 👍
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I liked the Daytona, but it doesn’t seem to have sold very well, probably because people just aren’t that interested in sports bikes anymore. Thanks for your feedback and the generous donation - very much appreciated 😊
@iainclark703515 күн бұрын
I hired a CB500X in Cyprus and rode up into the Troodos mountains. I loved the Honda but found it a bit cramped compared with my Vstrom 650XT. I'm 5"11" with a 32" inside leg. Is it cramped or am I being a bit picky?
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
Definitely more cramped than the VStrom, especially legs
@J.Harry.T15 күн бұрын
Two years on, and I having had the use of a borrowed one, I have changed my mind. It is a very nice ride and tremendous value for money. The only real downside is all the people queueing up to tell you “it is not a real one”.
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
Lol. Interesting feedback, thanks. I saw my very first one in the flesh on a group ride last week. Looked very nice👍😊
@luisfamendes15 күн бұрын
Small hint: you have 30% discount on the highway with "via verde" for motorcycles. 😉
@soumenchakraborty245015 күн бұрын
not available in thailand atm.
@RocketMan_Moto15 күн бұрын
Shouldn’t be long🤞
@paulietv21628 күн бұрын
You mean the wind deflectors, not the bike? Yes, none of the official Honda extras are available in Thailand, and most of all, the smart key top box. Ironic considering this bike is made in Thailand. Still, on the plus side I only paid 184,000 baht for a brand new 2024 model around a year ago which is about 20% less than they pay in Europe.
@soumenchakraborty24508 күн бұрын
@ yes the deflectors not the bike, and yes it’s very strange no extra add-ons or accessories, you have to source third party aftermarket accessories from Lazada or Shopee , I bought a made in china ABS top box 55l it does a good job though.
@mohmayaboy16 күн бұрын
is this a top heavy bike? TIA
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
Not really. My Tiger 900 is worse.
@steveh54516 күн бұрын
Lovely ride. Lovely pillion (rider). Lovely Cagiva. So, basically I live in the wrong part of the world. sigh. Thanks for the trip, looking forward to more.
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
Haha, thanks Steve👍😊
@rickasker16 күн бұрын
RM, you’re not going to be short of material for a few years with your bite sized rides series. Virtually every road north of the A22 is a bikers paradise, I’m looking forward to seeing which routes you show us. Hopefully I’ll get a few new ones to add to my rides. This particular ride is one of my regular routes.. (I joint the IC1 at S.B. Messines). I just love the sweeping bends on the road from São Marcos heading west towards Monchique. So many great routes around the Algarve 😀👍
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
Absolutely👍😊
@mingos_t7wr16 күн бұрын
Vídeo muito top estradas espetaculares 👍
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
👍😊
@Jimo36816 күн бұрын
Nice viewing on a cold, snowy midwinter day.
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
I was on a group ride this morning and, if it's any comfort, it was 7°C when we set off. Heated grips & seat on max!!
@JoseOliveira-l5m16 күн бұрын
Did the road form São Marcos da Serra to Mochique, 3 weeks ago, and it´s really great!
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
Yes!
@richardfews211317 күн бұрын
Thanks for this. What beautiful views from that stop.I’m planning a long trip around Spain and Portugal in 2026 to celebrate 65 yrs on this planet so these vids will be very helpful.Safe riding Richard ( Honda 500 CBX 2017 Bristol)
@RocketMan_Moto16 күн бұрын
Thanks, Richard. Glad you found it helpful. Have a great trip :)
@ianhalliwell860417 күн бұрын
Sitting here in the North West of England looking out at my car still frozen over and ice glistening on our untreated road I'm not really jealous, well only a little bit, OK a lot. You've got me thinking that in a few months time I'll be out in the Trough of Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales, that is if this year unlike last, its not raining. Great video.
@RocketMan_Moto17 күн бұрын
I was born in Hull and spent 4 years at Durham Uni, so I know the area well. And in all honesty, I would kill for a couple of days riding in the NY Moors, cold or not. I guess we always want what we don't have :)
@iantweedie787717 күн бұрын
That's a brilliant idea and very generous of you to share it. Thank you! Ps, you also nailed the music, not intrusive or irritating at all. I wish you safe, enjoyable rides always 😊