Are you really thinking about the Triumph Tiger 900??? - Then you need to watch this!!!

[@thomasbuckley34]

Thanks for your video which was very informative and helpful.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Glad it was useful Thomas 👍

[@brucemckinlay2814]

Just did 25k on my last 900GT , I did add an MRA screen for slightly less buffeting around the sides and did add a 20mm bar riser which, for me, made it almost perfect. But on the whole I completely agree with the review , best bike ever.. :)

[@bankruptpensioner]

It is superb 👍

[@KetilDuna]

Got one myself a year ago - about 12500 km now, so in the same ballpark as yours. I'm mostly thrilled with it. I don't love the seat, so I put a sheep skin rug on it for longer rides, and then it's perfect. There.. ah .. has accumulated a lot of farkle on mine, but I'll stick to just one upgrade suggestion; Look at pyramidplastic accessories for the Tiger. I heartily reccommend the "fender extender" and the "hugger" for reducing crap on the bike while riding. They also have a small plastic piece to cover a hole on the rear over the registration - also for reducing spray. So cool seeing others servicing themselves! Now I have to look closely at what an oiler will set me back... Ride for your life, and thank you for sharing.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Great bike Ketil 👍. That little hole above the registration plate - ir really does kick up the dirt into the lock of the top box. Interesting design feature from Triumph. That said, I think the Tiger looks its best when it is covered in mud 😆

[@KetilDuna]

@@bankruptpensioner Are you sure you shouldn't have gotten the rallye version? I laughed out loud for that one, but I say the dirt and mud finds it way even with plastic help!

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@KetilDuna 😆

[@ChipZilla69]

I passed my test in November. I picked up a Tiger 900 GT Pro registerered in July 2023 with just 1k miles on for 11,200 and it came with full lugage. I'm loving the bike and commute on it as well. I'm lookign forward to some summertime riding.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Well done Chip, you have a hell of a first big bike. Take it easy and keep the shinny side up 😆. Well done 👍

[@112oxford]

Some first bike.👍🏻

[@dalewintle9969]

A up BP , cracking 1yr review that mate 👍🏼 I've just sold my Tiger sport 1050 after 10yr of ownership from new also From Staffs Triumph, I'm definitely considering the 900 Tiger , im looking at the GT Pro, I also like to tour with the missus in toe , so my question is how do you think the 900 would cope 2 up with luggage? Just subbed to the channel 👍🏼 looking forward to catching up on your other videos, guessing your local to me as i know those roads well , through Hanchurch & Trentham 😁

[@bankruptpensioner]

You will have no problem two up with luggage, this bike has plenty of power - more than enough 👍 Thanks for the sub ❤

[@Banditmanuk]

I've previously owned a Tiger 800 XC. The T plane crank and stories of additional vibration corncern me and potentially put me off. Also, 12,000 mile valve service for those using dealer service is expensive. My current MT10 only requires the big valve service every 24,000, so I just don’t get why Triumph is half that. Its still a great looking versatile bike. I also hear Staffordshire Triumph are one of the best dealers.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Bandit, I know when I check the clearances at 12k miles, that they will be just fine. I am even tempted to ignore it until 24k. I don't race the engine, it usually is in slow mode (or is that the rider 😆). It's just a money grab from Triumph to be fair. Staffs Triumph are very good and will accommodate all 👍. Go ride one, the T Plane crank is no different to any other engine. It really is not. Go test ride one and come back and give us your thoughts 👍

[@Banditmanuk]

@@bankruptpensioner To be honest I more have an eye on the 1200 but until I take a decision I need to change I'm staying away from test rides. (I only fancied a go on the MT10 and ended up buying) We've just took the decision to skip the next valve service on my wife's Street Triple, it's now at about 36,000 miles. We were quoted well over £500.00!

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@Banditmanuk The 1200 is a great machine. With the type of riding I do abroad (off road at the light scale), I need to be able to pick up the bike when she is on the floor. Hence the 900. I can pick this up (just about) by myself. Or, I would have gone for the 1200. £500+ for clearance check. Absolute rip off. And then you have it done, to then be told the shims are fine. That's the bummer part. ot sure why the tech from the cars is not being applied to bike engines when it comes to valves. Maybe in the near future.

[@aruekca18det]

I had a Suzuki GSR600... Valve check also was around 20,000kms... I never did it... Never has a problem... Sold it with around 80,000kms not a single issue related to valve check... With my T900 I will just ignore it unless there are any signs of needs for it😅

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@aruekca18det I think I will be doing the same 👍

[@EuroBikerUK]

Hi ought a 2023 get pro. Can u tell me where got the sat nav mounting bar and where you wired the Tom Tom power in too

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi, the following link is the one I put on the Tiger. It's not the greatest but, it does do the job 👍. I took the power lead under the tank and straight onto the battery. I didn't want it linked to the ignition as I find I do a lot of planning when sat on the bike when the ignition is turned off. When the ignition is turned off for long periods of time, I do remove the tomtom so not to drain the bike battery. Hope this helps 😆 componentauthority.com/products/phone-navigation-stand-support-holder-for-triumph-tiger-900-rally-gt-pro-2020-generic?currency=GBP&variant=44174497448226&Google%20Shopping&stkn=560cdb9ed581&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwwae1BhC_ARIsAK4JfrzRXwZUc2-2zgwinhrdMHzvkv6pnjzbdYar2yvVRmlexK3T8_lieHMaAkxPEALw_wcB

[@EuroBikerUK]

@@bankruptpensioner thanks for taking time to reply. I appreciate the help. Also just noticed your video on the RD. I had a brand new RD 350 LC YOVS IN 1985, loved the thing to death. Have fun either way yours

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@EuroBikerUK The beauty of a 2-stroke is...........it takes years off your age. When I rode the RD, I felt invincible and 18 years old 😆. Of course, when I got of the bike, reality set in and had to find the nearest toilet 😆. I remember when I navigated by public bars, now its by public toilets 😆

[@EuroBikerUK]

@@bankruptpensioner ha ha.. totally agree, I ended up head on with a micro with mine, nearly lost a leg. But had it rebuilt and went right back to riding it after I recovered. Still remember the cold winter mornings on full choke waiting for it to warm up so I could ride to work like an idiot

[@KGowans]

I am thinking about the T900 RT Pro. I currently have a BMW F900R and so I am also thinking about a BMW F900XR. I live in Inverness so the nearest Triumph dealer is 100 miles away in Aberdeen. We have local BMW dealer. The T900 looks like a good bike. I do some touring and an just back from Bavaria

[@bankruptpensioner]

Go test ride one. The BMW and t900 must be very similar. I thought the T900 was wonderful and 9000 miles in 18 months sort of proved this

[@M4BoarBiker]

Nice one, I have one in black. Have no regrets about buying it at all - this is a great bike.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Its a great bike M4 😄

[@juliemcgillivray3394]

Please comment on what I hear is problematic engine heat hitting your legs near the two radiator vents. I live in a hot climate, and the '22-23 versions have me put off the bike. They supposedly addressed it with the '24 design. Thoughts?

[@112oxford]

It’s the vibration from the T crank engine that is more of a problem than the heat.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Julie, I have never had an issue with this. I was in the south of France in 2023 and the temps were 35C and did not feel any issues of the heat from the radiators. That said, I once lived in Qatar where it reaches 55C and had a Triumph Thunderbird 1700, and that did kick out heat. However, if I was moving, there was no problem. Best idea Julie, go test ride one for a couple of hours maybe and see what you think. Would love to know your thoughts after a test ride 👍

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@112oxford T Crank, 270 crank, 180 and 360, it's all marketing crap and just makes the bikes more expensive (and this is to all manufacturers). I find the T Plane just a smooth, or not smooth as any other machine on the road. Of course, the 4's will be smoother but emissions are making them historic (sadly) 👍

[@112oxford]

@@bankruptpensioner Mine’s shocking at motorway speeds and this is the reason that I’m thinking of trading it in. I believe that the 2024 model has rubber dampeners on the handlebar mounts, so Triumph are aware of the issue (not that I’d have another Tiger). They’re excellent bikes, but it’s just this particular issue that is now causing me some serious thinking about trading it in, that and it’s now coming up for 4 years old and the finish is starting to show it’s age (rusting in places and furring alloy in others). This isn’t due to negligence as it’s meticulously cleaned on a regular basis.

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@112oxford hi Oxford, that's really interesting. I just don't have these problems. I assume the chaps at your Triumph centre have had a good look at it?

[@barrypearson8262]

Hi, nice video. I am on the cusp of buying the used Tiger 900 GT pro. I have test ridden the new 24 model and loved it however I can't afford a new one so looking at used. I have heard vibration is a problem with this model, have you found this?

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Barry, I had no issues with vibration at all. I think some of the reviewers may well go to extreme however, on test riding the bike you are going to purchase, get it up to 70 and confirm all is good. These professional reviews need to remember it’s a motorcycle, not a Rolls Royce 😂. Hope this helps 👍

[@bankruptpensioner]

And they are a great bike 👍

[@barrypearson8262]

@@bankruptpensioner 😂😂thanks for the reply. If you have no issues that’s fine me.

[@cdnrider6200]

good one , I have the 900 on my list but , some say the vibs at higher rpm ...ie motorway speeds are wearing. Do you experience excessive vibration or any ?

[@richardgiles2484]

I have a 900 900 rally pro and no problems with the vibs and do a lot of touring at 70mph ish 😂

[@bankruptpensioner]

Never had a problem CDN and toured all the way to south of France and back. Best idea, take the one you fancy out for a two hour ride and get it on the motorways 👍

[@RoiBN]

Great video ! Straight to the point. Quick question, it looks like you going to higher gears quite fast ( i mean, high gears in slower speeds), is it ok to do ? its not bad for the engine ? Or is the tiger 900 good in these low RPM's ? Thank you !

[@bankruptpensioner]

😆, my mates say I ride bikes like I am driving a tractor 😆. The 900 is fine at lower revs and yes, I do not tend to wind up the engine too much. If I do, the bike tends to go very very fast 😆 and that sometimes scares the bejesus out of me 😆. I am not as young as I used to be. That said, the 900 has loads of torque throughout the rev range so I take advantage of that. Thanks for the great video. Glad you found this useful 👍

[@johnmckay5711]

I have a white one, also GT. I found that it use less petrol than the 800xcx which i had for some years

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi John, now that is interesting. I took the Tiger in for a firmware update (due to the rubbish heated grips) and Triumph confirmed that the bike is up to date and did not need an update. So how come your bike is more economical that your 800 but, on the France run, I am having to stick in 2.5 litres more per fill against the 2017 (I think) XTX 800. Strange

[@johnmckay5711]

@@bankruptpensioner My bike used 1 liter for 22km riding on slow and fast roads. I have now 30000 km’s since 2020

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@johnmckay5711 30000KM says everything really 😄

[@davidwright-p9v]

I bought one brand new in 2022, had it about 7 months and traded it in for a 2014 tiger 800....says it all.

[@bankruptpensioner]

hi David, that is interesting. In hindsight, I would have probably bought an 800 however, it is what it is.

[@josephsaia5527]

2024 is suppose to be much improved

[@SynapticGap]

How fortuitous to happen across your video. I am considering one as a winter bike, how do you find the weather protection performance? Especially rain & wind deflection from legs etc....

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Dave, thanks for watching the video. I find the standard screen to be great. I find the bark busters great. In the rain, my arms do get wet but, my chest and hands are dry. The fairing protects my legs just right (when going above 45mph). Generally, a great bike. Now the bad news......the heated grips in winter are not great. I have purchased some heated gloves (IronJias - £90) and with the heated grips on full, this seems to work well. I get between 55 and 60 MPG (UK gallon) which is good. It has no problems in the wet - and I have taken it through a river :). I do not have a heated seat and I understand they are as bad as the factory heated grips. Just thinking of you using it in the winter. The Metz tyres in the winter are very good. Does this help?

[@SynapticGap]

Was a pleasure watching your informative video. And yes, your answer is most helpful indeed, thank-you for such a comprehensive response! 👍 I'm not fussed about the grips/seat as I've a full set of Keiss heated clothes. (ride in a toasty bubble of summer with that lot. My other bike is a 900 4 cylinder & also does 55-65 Mpg average. The Tiger, I think, will be it's companion bike. Thanks again, regards, DaveH 😊

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@SynapticGap Thanks Dave 😄

[@G.ICECOOL]

ordered mine today awesome

[@bankruptpensioner]

Well done Geoff, you have made a great choice 👍

[@G.ICECOOL]

@@bankruptpensioner pick up fri 31st may,22yrs not ridden looking fwd get back on 2 wheels,then isle of man TT on the monday,not on bike tho as booked a yr ago!

[@expatbiker6598]

Hi BP, that's your acronym moving forward😂😂. Great review Sir. No one as meticulous as you has captured valve adjustment/ check on tiger 900. We would all love to be a fly on the wall for that. Happy new year.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hey Expat, there you go. The intro from this point forward will be BP. It's all your fault 😆. Thanks for the comment regard the valve adjustment. There will be a video on that and......it will be done my me and Mark. That should be fun.......lots of swearing I guess 😆. All the best for 2024 👍

[@expatbiker6598]

@@bankruptpensioner Looking forward to it BP 🤣

[@coastalbiker]

whats a garage queen?

[@mrdee1986]

Someone who buys a bike and all the appropriate gear,has no idea and never goes out on the bike. Hence garage queen

[@coastalbiker]

I see, very judgemental of you, a biker is a biker to me.

[@charlesodonnell4214]

😂...a garage queen to me is a bike/car/hot rod/snow machine/ATV/etc where the owner is more concerned about the appearance of the machine and damage. Basically doesn't use it....

[@RideFree317]

​@coastalbiker the bike or car is considered the garage queen as it pretty much sits there and doesn't get used often

[@StuartRShaw-vy5tz]

Hi Most dealers that I've spoken to say nearly all the bikes that have had the valve clearances checked have been within tolerance....love my gtpro now fitted with michelin anakee adventure tyres much better than the metzlers. Great bike......you a Stokie?

[@bankruptpensioner]

Yes Stuart, it's a lot of work to do to then find your clearances are within the expected tolerance. To tell you the truth, I am very tempted to just not bother checking as when it comes up for checking, I suspect my 2 year warranty will be over and done with. Yes, live in the Stokie area but not originally from the area. Came over this way in 2004 👍. Nice part of the world and great for riding - and only a spit away from Wales 😆

[@StuartRShaw-vy5tz]

@@bankruptpensioner I'm in total agreement with you. My bike at 2 years old has done over 16000 runs fabulous and shall not bother forking out £650 + for that job 👍

[@alansmith1268]

Hi enjoyed your review and can totally agree with your points as I have a 2021 gt pro excellent bike and a great touring bike, and I can’t say have had any real issues with vibrations as some complain about at high speed, if am doing motorways I tend to always use the cruise control as you say it’s a game changer for mile munching I tend to sit back and just ride with my left hand flicking it up n down with my finger as needed 😊 but one thing that really interested me was you saying about doing your own valve clearance check now that would make a interesting video 😉Mine is now due with the big service at 12000 miles and have had quotes from £650 -£900 😮tbh before I bought the bike I thought it would be due about 20-24000 miles plenty time to save up 😬have done valve adjustments on cars with shims in my younger days and am very tempted to do the check on the bike as I hear a lot of comments saying when they are done most are within tolerance ? another interesting point is the new model for 2004 the check valve check is now due at 18000 miles 🤔 but I suppose it’s a nice stamp in the book should I sell it on .

[@bankruptpensioner]

Wow Alan, 650 to 900! That is crazy. I suspect that when I perform my clearance check at 12k, the shims will not need to be replaced. It is my intention to replace the oil and filter every 4k. This helps and will preserve the top end and it's a cheap way of maintaining the engine. In fact, I need to do it abouts now as mine has 8k on the clock. A question to ask....if I asked you to check my clearances and offered to pay you somewhere between 650 and 900, would you do the job? If the answer is yes, then you may as well do your own bike. As long as you document the job with a few photos then you should be fine for the next owner of your bike. And if you end up trading your bike in for another bike in the future, I can guarantee the dealer who buys your bike will not really care too much about the history. Every time I traded my bike in, the dealer came out, looked at the bike, gave me a crap price, reduced the price of the new bike (which balances out the crap price for the current bike) and the deal was done. The odds are that if the engine has been treated with some sort of mechanical sympathy, the shims will not need changing at 12 or 24k. Therefore, one could say, don't both doing the check. A different way of thinking I guess 😆

[@alansmith1268]

Thanks for your reply you certainly got a good point there 🤔as am not a lover of dealerships most off the vehicles cars and bikes that have bought over the years have been private rather than from dealerships as I do most of my own maintenance so am not looking to pay for regular services and am usually on a budget anyway, 😉 but before I do splash the cash am going to also get a price from my local bike shop and a small bike repair and mot garage, they not triumph dealers but they are bike mechanics that I trust and can get stamp in book and should be cheaper than your dealers with all their overheads 🤔 anyway my bike has been put to bed now for a couple of months so time to save up 😉

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@alansmith1268 👍

[@crumblymal8479]

Good points well made Richard it's all to easy to get used to just popping into a coffee shop whilst out either in a car or the bike it becomes a habit in fact and you don't even think about how much your spending either and I am one of the worst for doing it too + cake dare I say every time 🤭. The Tiger looks great in blue which is normally my colour of choice I did think a I am no adventurer though and they tend to be a bit on the tall side for myself so never tried one , I think you have done well on the tyres if they are still the originals at 7,000mls too . 👌👍cheers !

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Crumbly, it's a good point. Many years ago, I stopped the Friday and Saturday night out for a short period. The savings made from that lifestyle adjustment allowed be to start my flying career. We all go to Starbucks (or similar) but for those less fortunate than you and I, just breaking this habit could allow you to have the bike of your dreams (whatever that bike may be) and ultimately own the bike at the end of the day, not be forced to hand it back at the end of a three year agreement. Go test ride the Tiger, just for fun. It's a great bike. These tyres just keep on going and going. I must be riding the bike wrong 😆

[@richardgiles2484]

I had a 800xca and now have a 900 rally pro and still get 60 to 65mpg touring with full panniers and top box. Both amazing but the 900 rally pro has tubeless tyres which is much better 😂😂😂

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Richard, wow, I am not sure I have got that high on normal riding but well done.

[@richardgiles2484]

@bankruptpensioner I'm definitely not a fast rider, mate which can make a difference to the mpg 🤣🤣

[@boblynch7535]

To each their own.

[@oldfella4096]

12,000mls /annual service which ever comes first, £500 I wish 😂😂

[@marklyttleton42]

If I watch a video review, I don't need to watch a man drinking coffee.

[@bankruptpensioner]

😆, you are right Mark, but drinking coffee is better than smoking a dooby 😆 - you should be laughing ❤

[@AdamBrowne-eg1eb]

Can you drink tea next time please, I prefer tea as it’s much easier to watch people drink.

[@bankruptpensioner]

@@AdamBrowne-eg1eb Stuff it Adam, next time it's Brandy 😆👍

[@velus7431]

You paid the price of a new chain for the chain oiler. This is not a very economical trade off.

[@bankruptpensioner]

Hi Velvus, you are right. However, as i have moved from bike to bike, I have kept the Scottoiler and transferred it to the next bike. I had a Suzuki Bandit 1250 (known as the tyre eater). I sold that bike after 22000 miles from new after owning it for 2 years, I never had to adjust the chain or replace it. There sprockets and chain were in perfect condition when I sold it. One that approach, I have never had to replace my chain or sprockets on any bike. And to be fair, I can't remember ever having to adjust my chain. The last time I adjusted my chain must have been in the 1990's. That said, I don't stretch the engine and ride fairly calmly. But have taken all the bikes through Europe on long trips 👍