2 Years Later... Things I Regret about my Triumph Tiger

[@snowmanii]

That blue looks fantastic!! I just don't see how you hate it

[@mike17032]

Same. I love the blue. Black bikes are a terrible idea.

[@Jon-nz3dm]

@@mike17032 Brighter is better Enough trouble either way not being seen by cars

[@kaveiros75]

@@mike17032 Totally black bikes should be banned. Or fined. On the contrary, all manufacturers nowadays charge more for some proper color painting. Shame....

[@kentalanlee]

So, one of my girlfriends when I was in my 20's once told me that we needed to have a serious conversation. I was like, sure. Let's communicate babe. Then we sat down, and she says she wants to tell me about all the little things that bug her about me. And I listen, and she gets really animated, and let's out regarding some stuff that I had no idea about. And I listen some more, making sure not to interrupt her. Then at the end of her getting this stuff off her chest, she jumps up, gives me a big hug around my neck, and says, "I guess that's why I really love you." This review is like that, only about a bike.

[@gmansplit]

What does this mean? Are you saying that she is making her KZbin video like a KZbin video instead of like a conversation?

[@kentalanlee]

@@gmansplit No. I am not.

[@kentalanlee]

@@MarekNano No, we had a great relationship, but her trajectory was different than mine. Different goals and distance. You know the story.

[@PhilipBurton-dn3ce]

@@kentalanlee ..My wife used to sit me down and express areas she was unhappy with about me...I didn't even own a motorcycle...it became a very regular occurrence...so now I have no wife and six motorcycles...things turned out pretty well in the end...stoked

[@sagebrushsteppe]

I just wanted to write to say I am an older rider (72) and have been riding motorcycles since I was 7. I currently have a Heritage Softail for the road, a Honda CRF300L for the dirt and built a racing mini bike over the winter between ski trips. I really, really enjoy your videos. I feel you are very easy to listen to and do a great job talking about skills and your progression as a rider. Please keep up the great job you do for a very long time

[@SludgedB]

He shot his shot 😂

[@czm2000]

You can see your odometer on the service/maintenance screen. I used to think you could only see it on startup to, but then found it there.

[@filmcamera]

I was going to say that, also you can hide screens you don't use (Gopro for example) in the home menu

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

🤦🏽‍♀️😅

[@davehealy2669]

I have the same bike. Same colour. I went from a Harley to 1200 Tiger to this 2023 900 Tiger. I love it. So far my favourite bike I’ve ridden. At first I didn’t want the Blue, I wanted black. But like you said, not a lot of options. I’ve actually grown to love the colour now. 🇨🇦

[@deborahnielsen6286]

I found this out when I read the owner's manual but you shouldn't have to scroll thru screens to find something as basic as the odometer. What was Triumph thinking? The screen design is the one thing I don't like about mine. I guess Triumph has a cleaner screen design on the new one.

[@Knoxvillemoto]

I suppose it's all relative. None of my bikes are what I would call comfortable after about 5 minutes of riding. I loved your video about riding the tail. I'm only about 45 min to an hour away and I hadn't been back since 2008. Your video inspired me to do a dragon run.

[@Zippytie]

It’s great to see you so excited about the bike , the riding, the noise , the feeling, and to exude enthusiasm for Triumph, (Rocket 3 gt , boneville with sidecar , triumph thunderbird triple owner) and to be prepared to have a go at all the opportunities of adventure, always a learning day , have fun

[@solacemusic242]

that face when revving your bike! It's what we all feel like when we rev ours 🤩

[@richard66754]

You should rev it with a scorpion exhaust. Very satisfying!

[@ChipZilla69]

I've got the exact same bike and it's a really great all rounder. Comfortable, particle, good range, economical and decent preference.

[@thanosetsitty1896]

You were born to be in front of a camera. I seriously enjoy watching your videos. Great review, thank you.

[@brucerossonthetube]

My wife has a 2022 GT Low. She is 5'3" and it was one of the very few bikes that work for an experienced shorter rider who likes to tour. The low seat was not great, and the knee bend issue is real. The Triumph comfort seat combined with 1" up and 1" back bar riser made it perfect. Its a shame that they discontinued the low version for 2024.

[@aboutsean]

Ok, I had the same problem with the mileage. You have to add the Service screen to the TFT then you'll be able to see the mileage.

[@ggs0605]

No bike is perfect, but with your great attitude and a few modifications, you can get pretty close! Thank you!

[@TobyGwinn]

I picked up the 2024 TIger 900 GT Aragon in the red, black and white two days ago.. I had a choice of colors, but I chose that one specifically because of that color scheme... It makes me smile every time I step into my garage.

[@wglennhowells]

Odometer is under Service. Just click to the menu option Service and there is the total mileage.

[@grootsgracemission]

Ride your ride, tell your story, enjoy every minute.

[@FreightHauler87]

I think the blue looks great, but you can’t really argue against red. Both are great colors for a motorcycle I mostly see blacked out bikes where I live, if they’re not green or orange.

[@KPW2137]

Just a two cents regarding the interface: it's a common issue in many, maaany places. You get an interface designed by someone who is not necessarily a rider and not always in a way that is user friendly.

[@Talishar]

The issue engineers have is that they're usually given a very strict budget that's almost impossible to adhere to. This is coupled with a relatively underperforming processor. This results in not having very much memory to work with and a processor seemingly out of a graphing calculator. This means that the entire OS and UI has to be extremely lightweight and require very little memory and very low processing power in order to keep it super responsive. They're then given the control layout and told that they have to get it all to work with the chosen layout. Then they have to remember that they need to keep some memory in reserve for maintenance, data collection, some user settings and a page file. When you look at the specs that the engineers are given, it's freaking amazing what they've come up with. It's especially important when you remember that these have to be 100% waterproof, weatherproof and sun/UV proof.

[@jasonpaynerealtor]

I absolutely love my 2021 Tiger 900 GT Pro. Especially after I put a better seat and new tires on it. I have had it for two years and plan to keep it for many more. I live just down the road from where you did 24 hours at Buckees in New Braunfels Tx.

[@rowdstar]

That buc ees is the best. And I have a blue 900 gt as well!

[@RubyVee14]

I have the 2017 800 Tiger in the low suspension option. I bought it used and it came that way. I love it. It's the best bike I've ever ridden. I've ridden a Ducati Panigale 1100, A Ducati Monster, Triumph Speed Triple (1997) Suzuki SV 650, Ninjas, etc. This Triumph Tiger does everything I want it to do. I've done track days on the SV and Ninja so that I could learn to ride in the twisties. I haven't done my parking lot turns this year because I'm busy lately, but it's something I do. Never did 3000 though! I love the hard cases on my bike. I have a better seat, it's really good. Thanks for sharing.

[@DuncanJimmy]

Great summary. We all weigh the pros and cons of our ponies and I'll be the first to admit noticing them the most on long trips. Love how passionate you are about repetitive practice sessions, something we all aspire to while rarely succeeding.

[@vicavirosenzweig418]

I think this is the first time I heard that Doodle's inseam is 31" -- all this time the hook was that she was not just a new rider (back in the beginning) but that she was a short new rider -- but in what world is a 31" inseam short? I have a 25" inseam, for instance.

[@pocketlint82]

I showed this channel to my gf when she started riding. she is 5ft and has like a 24" inseam and she had a similar sentiment. Doodle isn't actually short. I'm a 5'6 male and have a 30in inseam. I wish my legs were as long as doodles haha. Maybe I'd be able to reach the ground on a tiger 900. I crossed it off my list cause I couldn't even tip toe

[@zakhey]

Right on! I don't understand how riders with 30" inseam or more consider themselves short.. They have way more leg length to tripod the bike in the event of an unexpected stopping situation. Riders with inseam under 26" can truly be called shorties 🤭

[@AT2Productions]

@@zakheyI think part of the reason we riders with a 31” inseam or below are seen as short riders is less to do about the bikes. Look at riding pants, good luck finding pairs that aren’t 32” or 34” inseams. I had to go with a “short” version of my current touring/wet/cold weather pants because of the inseam length.

[@WelshOsprey]

I have a 900 gt pro. I also have a 31" inside leg measurement. Was surprised to hear of the issues you have with the ergonomics and the seat. I find it all day rideable in comfort with no such issues for legs or bum. The seat is definitely more comfortable for me than my previous v strom 650 seat.

[@CactusJack252]

I had a concours 14 and considered wrapping it. A few places I talked to said they won't wrap bikes because they look bad after about 2 years. If you do want to change the color, you have to remove all the plastics, you might as well paint it.

[@johnsaporta4633]

Yes to non sport bikes on the track. If the track runs an appropriate class, then you're good. I have taken my 1985 GoldWing Aspencade to a track day. Took a class on it. While tech inspection was a prideful giggle, learning skills on my bike was highly valuable. Also carrying my leathers in the top case (ride to the track, prep, class, change back, ride home) made for a full and satisfying day.

[@dscc]

If you're still looking for a backrest, take a look at Sargent aftermarket seats. I bought a seat and a backrest for my 2017 BMW 1200 GS. If I do a full day of riding, my back gives me a little trouble be the end of the day. The Sargent backrest helps. The backrest for my GS is a compromise. It makes the seat hard to remove, and it would get in the way for any serious adventure riding, but I use mine almost exclusively for touring. Oh, and I went through a similar experience with the color. I bought my GS as a leftover so there were no color options. Fortunately, the color has grown on me and I don't see many in this color on the road.

[@matthewhaag2138]

I also got a Back Rest for my 1250GS Loved It. Unfortunately Sargent doesn’t produce a back rest for Triumph Tiger 900 Models. Hopefully they will on the New 2024 Seats.

[@Zalonka]

Informative video, I rode an 07 cbr 600rr across the country three times. Stock oem seat nothing added to it. Textile touring style pants with alpinestars atem leather jacket. tail bag and kreiga backpack. Michelin road 5's, never stopped for rain either.

[@kendil22]

I have to live vicariously through youtubers right now as I recover from surgery to get my bicep tendon reattached. I won't get to ride until June\July! People think motorcycles are dangerous but moving a large tv is apparently where the real threat lies.

[@Corn8Bit]

Tendons are the worst part of the body besides balls and teeth when it comes to damage. Tendons are so easy to tear and take decades to fully heal

[@Jagshemasher]

I hear you. I currently have a torn meniscus in my knee that I think was the result of doing some home improvement projects. I'm not sure if I should get out on my FJR1300 as its a heavy beast at least when it stops! Still waiting for an MRI appointment and then surgery 😐

[@Corn8Bit]

@@Jagshemasher Sorry to hear that Jags. I hope surgery goes well and I wish you a speedy recovery

[@monunyabidness5949]

I don't understand this. You don't use your biceps tendon much when riding, so i'm not seeing what the problem is. Context, I have two torn biceps, right now, and I ride almost daily. To be fair, I commute and tour on my bike. I am not strafing the canyons or doing trackdays. I also had a disc replaced in my back in November, and I know I rode my bike less than 3 weeks after that. When I was still supposed to be on my bed or on the couch, for as long as possible. Context; I ride an adventure bike, so the ergos are mega comfortable.

[@matthewhaag2138]

Well good for U👎Everyone is Different not everyone can or want to immediately get back on there bike for whatever reason👍

[@joea5810]

Corbin seat configuration have removable back rests for their after market replacement seats. Good choice and comfy alternative.

[@LYeah-dp9mp]

There is a company called Sargent they make sport bike Gel seats. I have one for my Triumph ST 955i and I love it. Makes a long ride a dream.

[@matthewhaag2138]

My 23 Tiger 900 has a Sargent seat as for me it’s very comfortable more than the stock seat plus it’s narrow up front which allows me to get my feet down. As soon as Sargent makes one for the 2024 Tiger model I’ll b buying one

[@wglennhowells]

I have a 23 GT 1200 Explorer, but I’m 6’3. No bike is going to be perfect, not for me the Tiger 1200 is as close as the I’ve found. Glad to see you found work arounds for the quirks that affected you. I do agree about the stock seat! Great post,, thank you Doodle! Ride safe

[@Tigerric3]

i bought the Tiger 1200 GT PRO. the dash is crap too but overall it's an amazing bike. love the triple !!

[@TheMotoShaman]

I like when I am loaded up for a camping trip. I have a mosko duffle that rides on the rear seat and works great as a back rest!

[@TheDarkness_92]

nice video...i am a proud owner of a 24' Tiger 900 GT Pro in the new red and i absolutely love the bike. its just crazy how good and versatile it is in comparison, and i also tried so many other bikes.

[@matthewhaag2138]

I waiting on my 2024 GT PRO Red & Black model. How do U like the new Redesigned Seat??

[@TheDarkness_92]

@@matthewhaag2138 for me it is comfy even on longer tours, no complaints at all!

[@far77fae]

Yea for you! I always feel you are too small for the bikes you ride but you know what you like and go for it. All I own is and electric bicycle so what do I know. Just living through your adventures.

[@themedicalmarvels]

You're the reason why I want to start my first bike as an CFMoto Ibex 800 t. It's so dope hope it's like your bike matches your character. I'm excited to put in hours on my slow speed maneuvers and handling drills.

[@ComeonWales]

The blue colour is fab! I have white and it looks great and easily seen on the road by car drivers failing to look for more than 1 sec.

[@mike17032]

If you want to “solve” your seat issue, a Russel Day Long saddle will do it. It’s a custom seat they build on your stock seat pan. It’s not cheap and it’s a pain in the ass to get done, but it lives up to the name. Only warning I have is that it can make you ground reach even worse. They can add a back rest too, but it really won’t do much on the upright riding position of your bike. It can be heated too. It’s better than any prebuilt after market seat, I will never own a bike without one now.

[@JohnnyFuelMotorcycleAdventures]

In addition to enabling you to add highway pegs, the other advantage of engine guards is they create more mounting points for your camera!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Yup! 😜

[@rratedmotorcyclerides]

Nice review from a different perspective; I have 6 bikes. My favourite for long-range riding is my Tiger, a great-looking blue; when I buy a bike, it has to look good, too!

[@rabukan5842]

Doodle, I think you have an excellent all around Adventure bike. Unless you are boulder jumping, the Tiger 900 GT with good tires, skid plate, crash bars, etc. like you have will more than handle most off-road adventure touring. And I love your blue color over the red - personal choices. I ride a 850 GS, rode the 900 GT and prefer the Triumph, so my next bike will be the GT, which I do plan to take off road, so another set of Anakee Adventures. The 900 Rally is just too tall for me at 66 years old, 5'7" with a 30" inseam. Yes, I know all the techniques, but still prefer a lower seat for many reasons. Enjoy what you have to its fullest! You done good :)

[@DeanParker-o9n]

I've enjoyed watching your videos and learned some things from them, so thanks. Last year at age 72 I got back into motorcycles after a 50 year gap. I remember sitting on a Triumph Tiger and thinking "This is too big for me!" and ended up getting a Street Twin 900. I just bought a blue 2023 Tiger GT Pro. I figured if Doodle can ride one, so can I! I followed your short rider advice and now I'm having a blast. Thanks

[@samsaab1225]

You can find the total odometer from the tires pressure, probably only on the pro version, that you switch the joystick up and you will find it there along with how many days left for your next maintenance schedule

[@marklammers6117]

I dropped the big coin on a custom seat from Corbin. Pretty happy with it and it looks fantastic…!

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

You can go to a saddler and get your seat improved to your own liking. I've done it on a few bikes.

[@honzavosalik7659]

I ride a Vstrom 650. Stock seat on my bike or most bikes in general are not made from material or in a shape to be comfortable on long rides. Since the seat isn't really made in a comfortable shape in the first place, when I added a pad, it didn't really solve the issue of sliding forward. I ended up buying a Corbin seat which is actually shaped to be comfortable and it was such a huge improvement!

[@greenbow7888]

Trouble with tall bikes is stopping on uneven roads. If you do not see it coming or misjudge your stop, you can topple over. E.g. if the road is sloped from left to right, or there's a deep pothole. You need to use one foot down on the side of the bike where the road is higher. Miss that on approach or be off balance to put the wrong foot down, and you risk falling over. Having said this though, Doodle's skills are really impressive. Those clips of driving over logs and other stunts, slow speed skills, etc, are stunning. Stunning! No other word for it. With that level of experience, the bike becomes and extension of yourself and handling is second nature. Still need to be on full alert though. I suppose however, when you get used to dropping your bike it's not too bad. Especially with those bars. (Finger's crossed.) One thing I used to think about was Doodle's moto-cross riding. I remember a video or two where the group were on taller moto-cross bikes. This was early days in training, and lots of fun. I remember Doodle dropping one, and bending a gear shifter lever. (Oops. 🙂) Anyway Doodle rode a 250cc over a 125cc when offered a choice. I think the 250cc was generally bigger. Doodle had a few minor misshaps. Not being critical, but at the time I was going to suggest paying for her to retake the course. (It was still a fledgling channel then, compared to now.) However this time using the 125cc. ... I mean, Doodle talked about redoing courses anyway. It would have been a reason for another great video. It was not meant as a put-down to Doodle at all. Or finding fault in riding tall bikes. I wanted to see if she had fun with the smaller bike, since 125cc bikes are a blast. Or if it was a better stepping stone to moving up to bigger taller bikes. I feel no matter what I say I will be judged as thinking I know best. Or patronising. That's not what I mean though. (EDIT: Possibly why I never suggested it, through fear or being seen as insulting.)

[@angeldiaz3389]

I was to post just about this. The almost reach is only a problem when stop. It has nothing to do with comfort or driving capabilities.

[@Borderbill1962]

I have almost dropped my 2023 Multistrada Rally a couple of times on sloped right turn lanes with yield signs. I can touch 1/2 foot down on both sides, but normally only use one foot on stops. It's when the slope is opposite of the side you normally put your foot down. Have also almost lost it when my boot got hung up on the peg and I was late getting the foot down, lol!!!

[@mike17032]

@@angeldiaz3389it can suck if you have to push backwards for whatever reason too.

[@angeldiaz3389]

@@mike17032 very true!!

[@BadHorsie2]

Pick up a second set of wheels and put street tires on them. With a quick tire change, you can have the best of both worlds then.

[@WBrownell9]

I found the odometer. Go to the tire pressure screen and move the joystick right. Front and center is when you're due for service (miles remaining or date). But in the upper right corner is the odometer. This also explains the two numbers you see on shutdown - at the top is the odometer, at the bottom is "miles to next service". But I agree with your basic premise, that the user interface was designed by a committee of grocery store managers, not motorcyclists.

[@Toys4JokerJoe]

Love the binary. It’s “Awesome” 😉

[@pcthayer]

What's that translate to? I was wondering that when I saw her shirt.

[@arfreeman11]

@@pcthayer It says "awesome"

[@pcthayer]

@@arfreeman11 Very cool. I didn't "get it" by jvc350's comment. 🙂 thx

[@johnnyblue4799]

You beat me to it... I was looking for this comment! :))) Before deciphering it I thought it would say doodle as only 6 characters are visible most of the time.

[@garrymaynard9029]

I was also looking for this comment. Maths/science and bikes!

[@Andrew-nh5zg]

As a fellow short rider on a Concours 14, amen on 1 foot down. Regardless of height dragging the rear brake makes for smoother stops anyway.

[@cfvgd]

Nothing beats Triumphs triple engines imo. Love it to death

[@boblynch7535]

I bought a 22 Tiger GT Pro after a 40 some odd year hiatus from motorcycles. Moved to a ski town and it was all about skiing and mountain biking. The work hard/play hard lifestyle caught and after a knee replacement and an ankle replacement it was time to simmer down. What an easy bike to reacquaint myself! I still have a 1974 Ducati 750 Sport I bought when I was 20. Crazy extremely uncomfortable ride. I get on the Tiger and it’s a magic carpet! Like you, a few little gripes but what a lovely ride. That being said, I got a crazy Christmas bonus and I Put it on the block hoping for a 24 Rally. I’m in Idaho with more dirt than pavement so I should have done that to begin with. If I don’t get what I want , no big. I’ll just get some more aggressive tires ( currently Dunlop Trailmax Missions). 24 has addressed a few of my issues.

[@barrymatherly]

Hello Doodle, nice vid! I’ve got a GS, I’m taller than you , but our inseam is about the same. Many of your ergonomic critiques are true across the adventure touring segment.. good and bad. Consider looking for adjustable foot pegs. The ones I bought have two choices, a centimeter higher or lower. It doesn’t sound like much, but that little lowering and extra room feels really nice in your knees over time/miles. Keep having fun B

[@michelbrown1060]

Tripples have a SOUND, low end power and high rpm pull. they are the best. .

[@corporateborg2]

If you enjoy comfort and a smooth ride, try a Triumph Trophy. Same triple engine, just bigger. Tons of riding modes, in several languages. Unfortunately it is no longer in production.

[@SilverPonyProductions]

My bf rides a 2013 Trophy and has yet to find a current bike in any brand that he likes as much as the Trophy.

[@RUSTY-A-L]

Cool to hear your increasing the off-road skill set, now to get you in an event like an Enduro, you could bring Cody along as well!

[@davidwegs509]

Is use a gel type seat - had one for 4 years on my FJR. The advantage is you cannot accidentally puncture it on a long ride, and the comfort is comparable imo. I am currently using your videos to inspire my kids to ride, and we’ve been using a generic gel seat from Amazon ($40?) with great results. They will spend 1-1.5 hours in a parking lot on it, and never complain about sore butt. And one more quick note: thanks for the tip about cooling the clutch with a band or tape. I’ve not done that but will be starting to… :)

[@fogllama]

I loved using a wood bead seat "cushion" on my old VStrom. So nice.

[@jackreece6303]

Great review. And I agree, nothing better than a Triumph!

[@Martin-e1b9c]

Hi. Great video . I have the same bike and colour here in Australia. I use a different screen layout, style 2. It shows all that small writing at the top in a larger format. In this format , if you scroll to the tyre pressures then scroll right or left it shows you the odometer reading. Also if you go into the Main Menu and select Display. Then go to Visible Trays, you're able to select/deselect what you can see when scrolling through the information on the display. I don't use Go pro or music so I have them deselected. I fitted a Scorpion Serket slip on in place of the standard exhaust . Sounds even better and saves about 2.5 kg in weight.

[@Big_Dumb_Animal]

I have a Street Triple RS, and if you set the dash to #2 or #3, you can scroll through and see the odometer on the “Service Interval” screen in the upper right. I agree, Triumph needs to work on their TFT.

[@fuglbird]

Please explain to her step by step how she does that.

[@matthewhaag2138]

Triumph Tiger 900 GT PRO 2024 model TFT has bn Updated But is it better that’s the question

[@CheetoPhingers]

The tach is terrible, the mirrors buzz a bit, and it gives me range anxiety. ...but it's so good!

[@shegocrazy]

The odo is also in your triumph app if you are curious. If you don't mind losing an inch off your passenger seat then Utopia make a back rest.

[@nielsloet]

I also bought a Honda Africa twin in (Red - second hand) not my first color of choice, but the price made sense. Now loving it! what an awesome bike!

[@sapphire5857]

Hey Doodle, it‘s the Triple, for sure. Greetings from a Sprint ST (T695) rider from Bavaria who is very impressed by your riding skill efforts!

[@AT2Productions]

Speaking to seat comfort, I have a 2005 Monster 620 that had the stock seat, technically still does. But when I had to replace the leather I also did the gold gel upgrade from Luimoto and it was a huge improvement for longer ride comfort.

[@brendans5567]

You would think by now they ( any brand ) could make a decent seat !!

[@KellyDayAdventures]

Have you looked into replacing the seat with a Corbin seat? I have it on my Monster 1200 and it was a night/day difference. I think that they offer it with a backrest too!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Whattt!!!!

[@rahjr65]

I bought a ‘23 850 Sport as a 3rd bike in the orange. Haven’t been ridden it much. It sits in the garage between my ‘18 Street Triple R and ‘21 HD Sport Glide. I didn’t car for all of the extras at this time. My daughter named it Tigger and will become her first bike. Still trying different positions on the windscreen so I’m not about to bobble head.

[@antisystemicparadise1202]

Triumph produces the best touring bikes. Very expensive, especially their maintenance routine, but that's what you get in the end of the day. Everything feels better on these bikes no matter what, and that comes from a 2004 tiger 955i owner with 89.000 miles on. The only issue i have is that nowadays it burns some oil but it's very normal after the heavy use and 20 years on its back.

[@johnherian781]

Wild ass seat cushions works well and very simular to the one in video.

[@borilapostolov7474]

Well thanks for the video first and then for your honesty. I like this type of bikes and currently on a Vstrom 650. After all it is the smile on your face when you turn that right handle towards you...

[@williammahaffy4642]

Fantastic vid and another excellent review. You have convince me NOT to upgrade. I have a 2017 Tiger Explorer and it's awesome! Heavy as a tank and not well suited for any serious off-roading but it crushes sport-touring and some off-pavement areas. It has a mixed analog/digital screen- the old monochromatic kind and the GUI is reasonably intuitive. I really like having the trip odo visible, so not having it at all (or buried somewhere in the software) is close to a dealbreaker. 1) Agree about the knees. Throw in a "Meerkat" every-so-often and stand up for a bit. Additionally, that allows for some toe-ups on the pegs and will also re-orient the pant and jacket when seated. 2) I have a trucker's gel-foam seat pad that I bought during a cross-country drive in a huge Penske moving van. Saved my ass then and continues to do the job. $30. It also changes my leg angle and other ergos since I sit about an inch (25mm) higher. I don't use it all the time and just strap it over my bags for the first 150-200 miles. Will try one of the Airhawks or similar when this wears out. 3) Wrap it. And get it done by a professional. Cost probably between $850-1200. You can get exactly what you want AND it can be removed if the buyer is in the Blue Man Group. 4) The twisties... a variety of choices but I'm a disciple of Yamaha Champions Riding School. As part of ChampSchool, they run a 1-day ChampStreet program that uses your own bike on a track with all Moto-champions as instructors. Costs less than a good helmet. 5) Ahhh... that SWEET triple! Nothing else really quite the same. From a vanity perspective, I get a LOT of comments on the bike when I stop. The mid-Atlantic region is mostly the HD bois so something different that has that smooth growl of a tiger gets the attention. Love the channel!

[@johnmcd8391]

you are right, the seat was horrible, I choose to get the Sargent setup. It's really nice now. What Tank bars did you end up choosing? My rally pro didn't come with tank guards. Thanks.

[@rvmadnessrvmadness9406]

I've been riding 40+ years and have tried every type cushion you can think of and only get maybe 30 minutes more of riding time before you feel the butt burn. I don't waste my money anymore. Buy a good quality aftermarket seat and gain many more pleasurable miles.

[@systemfisch]

I used that air bubble thing once or twice, and then got a Seat Concept seat cushion and cover for my Versys 650, "remodeled" my seat and I never looked back. Sure, it was more expensive but definitely worth it for me.

[@rosslangerak8361]

I had a 2005 V-Strom 650. On long trips, I used an AirHawk seat pad. To avoid feeling like you are balancing on top of the pad, you have to air it down until your butt is on the seat and the pad is just providing support. When the seat on the V-Strom wore out, I replaced it with the Suzuki gel seat. I never used the AirHawk after that. I don't know what is available for the Tiger or how effective it might be, but if you have an opportunity to try out a gel seat, it might be worth switching.

[@NatureSurfer]

I went off-road several times with my sports caffe CB650R with a Road6 tires, it is manageable and doable.

[@jamesperrin5691]

I have tiger 1050 and its top heavy, Ive dropped it twice when parking it. You have excellent bike skills

[@conniewaite1371]

I got a gel seat from purple, years ago to use in the jeep and in the house.Sooo much better,never loses shape and doesnt suck up water .had it for years.

[@terryboehler5752]

Nice. Haven't watched you in awhile. This was a great episode. It flowed so well. It makes me glad that you are still doing these videos. I didn't check the date.. I tried to compute your binary shirt in my head...... Didn't get very far. Thanks for the honesty, it stands alone.

[@groovykev]

I have a 2017 1200cc version which has a more dated user screen. However, my main issue is the fact that the switches/controls don’t illuminate at night (all my previous Hondas did this) - so operating them at night is a bit of guesswork. Also agree the seat is a bit hard. Other than that, great all round bike ( might not be good for shorter riders - but hey, you’ve got the pick of just about every other bike)

[@JaredWayne]

Thank you for your reviews/opinions/tips it’s very helpful in my decision on my next ride choice (especially as I’m short as well), and you’re exactly as your shirt says.

[@Outdoors24]

Love how you just figure it out. Enjoy and stay safe!

[@ChaserTiponi]

I honestly can't believe you find that air seat comfortable! I had that exact product I tried on a trip from Seattle to Phoenix and found it made me hurt more with it then without. I tried fully inflated, half inflated all kinda other inflated and found it horrible! I left that thing at my buddies in Phoenix cuz his wife liked it on the barstools they use in the garage lol..., It's interesting how what works awesome for one rider won't work at all for the next....Love your Tiger 900 BTW! I'm on a 2016 Tiger 800 right now and of all the bikes I ever owned before I think I enjoy the Tiger the most!

[@patrickzwei]

i owned a Corbin Sadle on my Honda VFR....these things make a huge difference.... it was more like a horse sadle...very comfy

[@megan1852]

Hello! Love your channel and you inspired me to get back into riding; I own a Triumph Tiger Sport 660 and I'm still struggling on the slow speed skills since it sits up so much higher than my old bike which was a cruiser, but I hated the color options too so I wrapped mine with a purple/blue duo chrome from vivvd vinyls and it came beautifully! If you want to see let me know and I'll find a way to share! Stay safe and thanks for inspiring us female riders!!! If you want a content suggestion I would love to see you show if you've found a difference on tight turns from cruiser style to adventure to sport bikes since I've found there is a bit of a difference! I'm recovering from a broken foot bone since I went down practicing tight turns but hoping to be back on mine in a couple more weeks! ❤🏍️

[@CreativeFocus365]

I agree with many of the comments... I love the blue color. BUT... My first road bike was also blue so maybe I am biased. Now I have two red, two black, and a gray bike.

[@tommybrian1]

Thanks for your video Doodle, safe travels always, always look forward to your next Vlog

[@johnsaporta4633]

Kudos to your production approach. I see you puzzle fitting content from many different days and locations, and synthesizing several videos out of it. The style reminds me of a BBC science series Connections by James Burke from the 1970s. I see what you are doing, and celebrate it.

[@woodrowdriver9758]

I have a 900 Rally, that seat is hard. I put on 11000 miles last summer,the Airhawk made 100s of miles a day doable. I can see the odometer on the screen that has miles until service on it, top right.

[@bikerjock2654]

The only problem I had with my Tiger 800 was that my head vibrated in the turbulence behind the screen. It was solved by fitting a Madstad screen, but it did annoy me that Triumph couldn’t fit a decent screen in the first place. Apart from that, it was for me, a brilliant day-to-day and touring bike; it was comfortable, handled really well, very reliable, and economic to run.

[@edmundwasilewski]

Hi Doodle, Australia here. Love ya channel mate

[@danvee1804]

Now this is an honest review .....thanks

[@Levish01]

Maybe try getting a vinyl wrap done to whatever color you want? Personally I love the color but I think the lower/side fairing color is wrong

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

Enjoyed this one alot, agree your preferred color scheme is oh yeah!!! Great video. thank you

[@tshadow6]

I understand about the color. I really liked the Pearl/black paint on the Triumph Bonneville. I wanted that color for mine. The dealer said they could get one, but not at my price. I settled on the red/black T100 instead.

[@newenglandscrambler2262]

34 inch inseam here. Basically any bike I ride, I can't get anywhere close to a 90 degree angle. Triumph also tends to have slightly sporty ergos ,(leaned forward) on all the Tigers. It's not a very relaxing position and knee pain is a thing. I also agree that Triumphs TFTs are awful. Definitely designed by engineers. Kind of curious what you think of the Tiger Sport 660. In red. I have heard only good things and they look gorgeous in person. Very sleek and seems very nimble. I would absolutely get one.

[@BikerBreatnac]

Cool Covers are amazing on the Triumph Tiger GT Pro

[@armandomorales5857]

yes, the seat can be tiring, the RPM graphs are different but can be difficult to read, other than that I love my bike, my color is red and it looks fantastic

[@monunyabidness5949]

Adv and touring bikes are so versatile.

[@adamkreuz9068]

That's cool to know that you just slap on new tires and can take on trails. I had thought about getting a more off road bike but I realized I want to do more road miles. I'll get a dirt bike for off road fun. Still debating between the Tiger and the Tracer 9 GT+

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

It’s not perfect 😅 gotta switch to off-road mode every time I turn it on and turn off traction control if I wanna take it off-road