2022 Triumph Tiger 1200 Review

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

future Budget Bike Battle "Adventure Bikes" we so need to see it, on the TET UK, that would be fun to watch

[@666pasagija]

but the bikes must be from '90s

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

@@666pasagija and under £2k, it would be hell of a laugh

[@mateuszwojciechowski9622]

It's either Adventure Bike or cruiser and I can't decide which is better :))

[@gogglespizzano6540]

I can't decide which of those would be more entertaining.

[@brianrainey2739]

Back of the line. We’re still waiting for 2-stroke BBB first….

[@CharlesA_337]

Triumph continues to kill it. Seriously impressive what they've done with the brand.

[@MOTOUK1]

They are doing something right 👍 awesome brand and range of bikes

[@cp4512]

Love the whole Triumph range 👍

[@NotNowCato1254]

If only they'd stop taking the piss with all these over-priced limited editions. Basically a paint job and number plaque 🙄

[@1990-t1j]

@@NotNowCato1254 Agreed.

[@soaruk3697]

@@NotNowCato1254 and improve the reliability and customer after sales service..

[@Blakey748]

I recently worked at Triumph, within the team who designed the powertrain for this very bike. There is an amazing amount of testing and development going on at Triumph to perfect the performance and durability of all of their models. Triumph put everything in to this new Tiger 1200 and I’m not surprised everyone seems to be loving it!

[@thomasbednar7475]

Does it require driveshaft spline lubrication at 600 miles like a GS?

[@mattc8797]

Love the technical description of the Cross-plane crank. Boothy, you are a bloody legend mate. 😂😂

[@timparry5028]

Looks like a good bike. I especially like the fact that they've fitted a centre stand. Makes it nice'n easy to oil the shaft drive!

[@NooBiker]

🤣

[@OzBloke]

Fuelling up and cleaning - let alone routine maintenance is always enhanced by having a centre stand 😎

[@2WCapo]

Love the whole team but Boothy reviews are most excellent. Keep up the great work guys!

[@NickyLong89]

Mossy is class at these kind of reviews too!

[@Mr_fried]

"Portugal, it smells great, like a posh candle" hahaha. He has a way with words that bloke :-)

[@adamkopczyk7626]

As a 2 time Triumph owner, I was a bit upset that they went to the T crank on the 900. Thought it ruined the soul of the triple. But damn this 1200 sound so damn good. I'd love to hear one of these in anger with an aftermarket pipe...

[@conorongoogle3764]

As a 3yr owner of the 2019 1200 XCA I can tell you that front wheel noise is not the tyre but the spokes. Very annoying when riding with the visor up. Also the electronics are very quick to get used to so no issues there.

[@12v4biker5]

Main takeaways from this video; 1. Crossplane goes Bang Bang... Bang... Bang bang bang. 2. Boothy covers his helmet to cough. 3. Portugal smells like a posh candle.

[@radugolici-northamptonproperty]

Love Triumph and everything they have done with the brand

[@HollyBerryDOOG]

Looks great and sounds fantastic. Can’t wait to try it and compare it with my 1250GS.

[@Blinkydabill]

What an absolute gem of a find of a channel. Great contents , facts, imnnewly subbed in 3 mins of watching.

[@nuttySweeet]

Really thinking about getting one of these again! Had the Gen 3 and loved it but wasn't great for commuting. Looking forward to giving this one a test ride!

[@davidhardstaff8110]

I've a 900 rally pro and yes it's filthy and is used off road. Would love a 1200gt for road as well but haven't got the moolah

[@newenglandscrambler2262]

Thank you for actually showing riding footage. The other motor journalists have been pretty skimpy with it and recycling a lot of canned/drone shots.

[@Recklesshade]

I work at a BMW and triumph dealership. Can't wait to get one and ride it to compare

[@HollyBerryDOOG]

It’s like 1290 Adv crossed with a GS with a sprinkle of Multi. Not a bad thing but I’m not sure Triumph should’ve deviated from their awesome ‘normal’ firing order triple which is absolutely beautiful to ride.

[@Nomads_Rowing]

Boothy, are you the only poor sod doing the hard graft at 44Teeth these days or has Sue Perkins and Statham resolved to only carrying out premium superbike tests? 😆 Excellent presentation and skills anyway - keep up the good work for the masses who appreciate your efforts. Don’t forget to feed Lassie😎

[@buntron163]

You boys should start logging these routes to your website for people to have a go themselves.

[@agustinelorriaga5730]

Hopefully by now they have fixed the transmission issues they had with the previous 1200. Such a lovely design, seems very capable. Thanks lads!

[@ryanmalone2681]

It seems like an amazing bike, and a great upgrade. However, the extra 119 lbs is too. I have of a compromise off-road. If I was doing mostly road and only some off-road or light off-road, I’d go with this. Otherwise, I’d prefer doing steep ascents and descents and stream crossings on the 900.

[@paulyflyer8154]

Yep. Imagine trying to get that out of a bog in the brecon beacons in December.

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@paulyflyer8154 I can easily imagine. That’s what scares me off.

[@alexduey7868]

Definetly comes off as the most exciting ADV

[@-DC-]

Boothy is a fantastic addition 👊

[@BiglumpADV]

Another cracking ride review from boothy, as far as I'm concerned you can do all the bike reviews 👌🏻

[@windyrun7979]

Boothy and Mossy would be a great team for enjoyable reviews together

[@sleepindragon179]

The new Triumph beakey mcbeakerson. Never been sold on the Adv bike beak looks. I'm sure it's a solid all rounder.

[@gregorysteffensen3279]

For how heavy the previous model was, I never heard about too many major reliability issues - hoping they haven't accidentally engineered the reliability out of it in those weight savings!

[@stevepreston3151]

Another great video from Boothy bike looks great having owned a GSA for 4 years just changed to a KTM 1290 Sas i will definitely be having a test ride as soon as i can, looking forward to the off road video keep them coming boothy

[@shabs2134]

How good/bad is the wind noise and buffeting on this bike?

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Soheb Shahzad, It literally almost blocks all the wind when the screen is in the high position. Im 5'7 and I get no buffeting. Great for wind blocking but not so good in the summer time when its hot.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review. Seems like a great bike. Group test should be very interesting as there"s some excellent packages in this segment now. Although agree about the electronics overkill in general, not just this.

[@D001lz]

Good review thanks - The rally version looks great.

[@gonzosk8966]

I'm not taking the piss. But this would have to be the best bike location review ever. The place smells nice, like Pine. That is why we dig your reviews mate!

[@maxflight777]

Not only motorcycling heaven, a super place to live! Lovely people, great food and no crime or traffic.

[@alanprice9938]

How you doing mate? Wishing you the best, and be great to see you back on camera as soon as yer ready 👍

[@larryhouse3776]

My handlebars got wet today and now some of my buttons don't work :( , upon reading the owners manual, the headlight, seat, handlebars, and tft screen should all never get wet. So I'm a little confused by this "Adventure bike" right now.

[@01tommyd]

Seriously want the GT Pro when they come out. Had a 1050 for years and I love it but just feel it's time for something new and I really like the look of the 1200.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Deaks, awesome! I went with the Rally Explorer model.

[@01tommyd]

@@jesseonamotorcycle Hope you're enjoying it. I did end up getting a GT Pro and so far I've done 7k miles in the 3 months I've owned it. Absolutely loving it.

[@aarony8876]

Did it vibrate like the 900 does with that firing order? I test rode a 900 Rally, the Triumph salesman told me it makes a ‘pulse’ like feeling which people can sometimes mistake for vibration lol. Within 15 minutes my fingers and toes were almost numb. I bought a GS1200 and haven’t looked back!

[@nicholasshaw7672]

So funny sheep dog contribution, makes great viewing 🐕

[@northerniltree]

Cracking roads, Boothy!

[@AntaresSQ01]

12:27 ahahhahaha Absolutely PERFECT editing

[@doubleud2140]

Can we get a review of one bike doing both on and off road please? I'm sure the gt is good on road, and the rally is good off road. I want to know which is better at both. Thanks

[@wombal177jim]

Yes exactly well said 👍🏻

[@davealston3881]

Great proper review loved the language when dog was around !

[@rushy67rr97]

Great review Boothy, how was the engine at cruising speeds? Been lot’s of talk about vibrations coming from the T-plane firing order, was just wondering how you found it?

[@yoorukhunt947]

The 900 is as buzzy as fuck. You get off that with Parkinson’s.

[@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui]

I’ve got the 850 sport and I have no problems with vibrations, at all, ever, never. And my mate on his 900 gt pro is of the same opinion. Not a clue what other peeps are going on about, I love the character it give the bike. I find most modern engine’s are anodyne and feel more like car engines and I include the previous 800 and the mighty GS . Got shot of both just sooo boring.

[@keltthomas8476]

Ive juat purchased my firat triumph. I went for a 2012 tiger 1200 and im very impressed with it

[@benwells2338]

If I could somehow manage to scrape up enough money to afford a full size ADV, I’d love to get my hands on the GT Explorer in blue, gah it’s so attractive! It seems to blend utilitarian and contemporary design seamlessly. Thing is, I would never require such a large fuel tank nor need the blind spot assist but I the bodywork on the Explorer over the Pro almost tempts me enough to pay the premium. Something about the styling and/or proportion up front just seems to sit better with me.

[@JasonSmith-dw3vp]

Love it! Literally lost for words how good this is 👍

[@Desmo904]

Sweet! Been waiting eagerly for this.

[@scottstewart5784]

I have the 2020 1200, and it doesn't feel underpowered, at all, or heavy. Chop off 50 lbs and add 10 torks? What's not to like?

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Ride safe Scott 👍🏼#Tiger

[@terenceflynn5125]

Ah yes. The most important differential in a bike that’s been updated. It doesn’t go “bang bang bang bang” it goes “bang bang… bang… bang”. I’ll buy one tomorrow. 🤣

[@alrightdave6135]

I would not be seen dead on a BMW GS. But would consider this Triumph.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

You will love the Tiger Infulleffect

[@Love4boost]

So would you say the firing order is the Shield entrance music or the language of Martian’s from Mars Attacks?

[@simonrobinson7536]

Sounds like a big improvement on the old bike

[@markheinig]

The barking dog scene was hilarious.

[@_Makanko_]

Nice bike. Can it compete with the GS? It might sway some. I guess if you're in the market, make sure to test-ride both (or all of the big ADV bikes)

[@allenglishknives6823]

Great review and those roads look epic! 💪🏻👍🏻

[@michaelpearson4474]

Great review. Best in the business.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Really good review

[@keyboarddancers7751]

This only needs to have a reliable maintenance-free driveshaft to beat the GS.

[@flatcapcaferacer]

The 1200 has a drive shaft.

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Please see my original comment.

[@tritiumglo4699]

Had a 955 then a 1050. Tigers now have too much tech nonsense. I dont want or need riding modes or traction control. I certainly dont want a bunch of stupid blinking lights on the dash. I guess my next ride will be the Tenere 700.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Tritium Glo, I see where you are coming from, tech can be good and bad. So far I like all the tech on my tiger 1200. The Tenere is a good bike, a lot of people love it 👍🏼

[@l-j9559]

Good review! Prefer the view of the GoPro at the chin though.

[@RICHARD10195]

I always wonder how many people when for example looking for a new Adventure bike test all what’s on offer or are more swayed by some sense of brand loyalty to their own preference.

[@GFDiablos1984]

Nice exhaust sound,I wonder how it will sound with aftermarket can 😁

[@iamthemobey]

I want a speed triple with a T plane crank

[@1MrBryn]

My F900 has an SC Project pipe on it, and somehow this Triumph triple sounds just like it.

[@HondaMonkeyMan]

I missed the bit where you went off road????

[@brucekendall52]

Great looking bike.Thanks.

[@ryanmalone2681]

I have a Tiger 900, and even after fully adjusting the lever as much as possible, I struggle to get my foot under the shift lever. That particular fault is really bad for off-road use.

[@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui]

Can’t you just remove the lever off the shaft and move it round a notch Ryan?

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui Remove the shift lever?

[@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui]

@@ryanmalone2681 Ryan, there’s 2 ways of adjusting the gear lever position. First the top lever of the linkage rod is on the gearbox shaft. With an 8mm spinner undo and remove the clamp bolt, ease the lever off the shaft and move it around one notch to move the gear lever higher, this is the slightly crude method as is not finely adjustable as it goes one whole notch at a time. The best way on the tiger is at each end of the black connector rod there is a 10mm lock nut. Useing a 10mm spanner loosen them both by turning the spanner to the left, then run them up the thread a bit. Rotate the black rod (by hand) and the gear lever will move up or down as one thread is left handed and the other is right. When you have the lever in it’s preferred position tighten the 10mm locking nuts and bingo, the jobs done!

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui I did the latter method. Wasn’t enough for MX boots, so I sold it and ordered a GSA.

[@petebennett7008]

Looking forward to the off piste bit 👏🏼

[@bravo2zero796]

Great video! Where's Mr von grumble at lately? Just out of curiosity

[@Richard1976]

Still great looking bike

[@guyguybass]

Great video, do you have the route on map?

[@johnharvey5338]

Wonder why they didn’t put the same crank as the speed in the gt models and the tplane crank in the rally models as I bet most will never go off road on the gt models, if you wanted to just ride on the the road the speed engine is smoother.

[@chorseundgrd]

Where in Portugal were you riding? I'm planning to move there and I want to know where those roads are!

[@paulotheman8734]

man, south of Portugal, Algarve, some of the roads I think were N125, N124.

[@chorseundgrd]

@AMS Awesome, obrigado!

[@chorseundgrd]

@@paulotheman8734 Noted! 📝 Obrigado Paulo!

[@Miguell996]

As Paulo said it is in the Algarve region. The exact route they took up until the stop was: -N125 from Albufeira to Loulé -N396 from Loulé to Barranco do Velho; -N124 from Barranco do Velho to Martinlongo I'm 99% sure that is it, except the last part, because I don't recognize where he stops to talk about the features. I usually ride the N396 and N124 part of the route, the roads are good and the N396 was recently repaved.

[@chorseundgrd]

@@Miguell996 Perfeito! Muito obrigado! I can't wait to ride those roads, hoping to move in 2023!

[@Marc99999]

One pound fish! It s been a while! Great roads, going to Portugal in 2 weeks. where was it please? cheers.

[@ZediMaster]

Gr8 vid, 44. Ride safe, god bless u.

[@maxflight777]

Filmed close to my house ! Some superb roads for motorcycling 👍. ( however, The 125 at 19:00 is one of Europes most dangerous roads )

[@RuiCostaxD]

Been searching for the route they used , or some roads at least , can you tip me off on were then went at least ?

[@maxflight777]

@@RuiCostaxD absolutely can … I’ll reply soon … just headed to work.

[@paulharrison8155]

Presumably it doesn't vibrate like the 900 does or you would have mentioned it?

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Sorry mate the Tiger 900 does not have a vibration issue. I've had two of the previous Tigers before the Tplane and the engine of the Tplane is much better. Is it has smooth...no but it doesn't have a vibration issue and but the torque is much better.

[@paulharrison8155]

@@flatcapcaferacer The demo bike I rode vibrated through the handlebars so badly at motorway speeds it gave me pins & needles in both my hands whereas the bike I rode in on ( Triumph 1200XC) didn't. What may be acceptable to you clearly isn't to others judging by the amount of people who have mentioned it both journalists and members of the bike buying public

[@flatcapcaferacer]

@@paulharrison8155 Just a clarification most moto journalist said it wasn't as smooth as the Tiger 800 but the doesn't make it a bike with a vibration problem. My BMW will make my fingers tingling on my throttle hand but that doesn't mean tne bike has a vibration that needs to be fixed. Some bikes vibration from the legs or handlebars don't suit one rider whereas it isn't a problem with another. I guess we will just have to disagree.

[@paulharrison8155]

@@flatcapcaferacer Just for clarification Triumph refer to the vibration as 'character' The dealer suggested that if I bought the bike I should buy some grip puppies to try and help smooth out the vibration through the bars. I decided to do neither and bought another GS instead !

[@garycampbell7891]

@@paulharrison8155 here here!

[@savejeff15]

Funny how he didn't talk about the rear end collision detection with radar. I worked on that x] okay he did, just missed it :D

[@rento1973]

He did though

[@savejeff15]

@@projectdn5 ah nice thx. i skipped through the driving parts. cool now I'm happy

[@tonebonetones]

I think we can all 'detect' a rear end collision lol. The radar blind spot warning indicators, however, are a useful safety aid for sure.

[@savejeff15]

@@tonebonetones even while the development i was sceptical at first. But testing it showed very quickly that blind spot detection is very helpful in traffic situation. Especially on the Autobahn/Highway on enter and moving traffic. It just helps keeping track of where cars are

[@raymondo162]

is the screen any good?? it looks low and i'm 6 ft 3

[@daveo9844]

I’m 6’. Screen didn’t impress me (only experienced with the seat in its highest position). My GS screen is no better.

[@deanodrives4966]

Some dinner time entertainment. Luckily the Mrs isn't home to interrupt me 🙊😂

[@TheSweetasanut]

What make is that suit your wearing mate

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

RST adventure

[@Northernlanes]

not sure about the scaffolding, might've looked better blacked out

[@jaffabaffa]

Question: I am curious. Why do you guys always edit in one second clips of wheelies? I have noticed it on multiple 44teeth videos. Is it because that's that's "illegal" or something? I would love to see more and longer clips of wheelies and going full throttle. It gives a really good idea of the bikes power and overall fun factor.

[@waltermcinnis]

KZbin has automated tools that review videos for "dangerous" driving/riding which flags and takes down videos. You can challenge it but it takes forever to get a real person to review your challenge. They talked about it on a recent 44T News video. Seems likely they are trying to still let us see the fun bits in quick cuts without getting caught in the robot nanny net.

[@jaffabaffa]

@@waltermcinnis Aaah, off course. Makes sense. That's also why Boothy's video the Triumph Street Triple RR got removed. I guess that's only the case for monetized videos then? There are plenty of videos on KZbin that show dangerous driving.

[@ReferenceFidelityComponents]

"Is that a bit woofy?"😂😂😂 great review Boothy.. I had the older 1200 explorer. Great engine for the road but too smooth ( ie not much traction) and revvy off road ..not that you'd EVER have considered taking that top heavy behemoth off road. Made mistake once...never again! Got shot of it after a few years as I got sick of hauling the thing around when getting it off and on the stand or wheeling it about...ridiculously heavy. The new one looks to be way better but a GS beater? 😐 nah. Had a GSA. It was miles better than the trumpet in most respects. Can't see that anything will out GS a GS except maybe for another GS. The new trumpet might be the better road bike with the lighter weight and stronger engine but off road the GS has the gruntier low down delivery and lower CoG. The new 1200 has certainly closed the gap though.

[@sufeeb]

You need to add the route

[@richbrock9876]

Bang bang the mighty fall dit du dit dit du bang bang the mighty fall. I’ll get me coat....

[@Vtwin_Superbikes]

Pick one guys, s1000r M, Tuono factory, or 1290 Superduke

[@boothy6057]

Super Duke

[@Vtwin_Superbikes]

@@boothy6057 just more hallion fun overall?

[@99.9percent9]

What light comes on in the blind spot?

[@beri232]

This or the BMW R 1250 GSA🤔

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Beri232, both awesome bikes, which did you choose?

[@beri232]

@@jesseonamotorcycle I kept my Softail but personally, I would take the Beamer.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

@@beri232 the BMW is nice but one reason I decided to go with Triumph was for the 3 year UNLIMITED mileage warranty.

[@markhyoutube]

Good review but that camera angle 😭

[@dankorolyk5917]

Looks like the real deal mate!

[@ducatiamo]

Should smash the ring again chaps

[@alithejumbo]

If I have been riding in the right side all my life and went to the UK how hard would it be?

[@boothy6057]

You'll be alright as long as it's busy... it's when there's no other traffic on the road, prompting you where to go, that it becomes a bit tricky. I've been riding on the left (UK) and the right (abroad) for as long as I can remember, and I still get myself into a bit of a tizz sometimes. Don't let that put you off coming though.

[@RumblestripDotNet]

It will be interesting when you get to ride this in the UK if GS apologist Perkins likes it better than the Beeeeee Emmmmmmm

[@whatatimetobealive7436]

11:10 What is the word? The word is Muscular, it has that muscle 😛

[@mook16v]

Why does Triumph always feel the need to try & out do the GS! Just do your own thing Triumph. The 1200GS / 1250GS can’t be beaten, it’s pretty much perfect.

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Good point Ryan

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Great review. Thank you. More singing please. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@imwinkelried]

😯😯😯Where is that in Portugal?😏

[@Miguell996]

Algarve!

[@MOTOUK1]

Bang bang - bang bang is a 4 cyl boothy 😂😂 you mean Bang Bang - Bang 👍

[@Banditmanuk]

Bang out of order if you ask me 🤣

[@MOTOUK1]

@@Banditmanuk 😂😂😂😂

[@BobPruett]

C'mon, you know it's the best!

[@stefan23ish]

The fact it isn’t a GS automatically makes it better than a GS.

[@tonykartracer8032]

Triumph always seems to be the bike that isn't quite up there with the other big brand bikes in their respective categories when it comes to tech or horsepower.... but never too far off either. They just seem to always be a bit behind, but still chugging along.

[@matthewXL]

What does the engine do?