Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro First Ride Review | An Off-Road Beast?

[@Zw285]

16:03 That's such an unbelievably good sound to come from a bike. It sounds like an angry V8!

[@onthebackwheel]

I agree, sounds fantastic!

[@SomewhereInside]

Riding a 1200 on those trails at that rate of knots is pretty full on , loved the fish tail, did that on my FJ1200 on lightweight smooth dirt roads back in the day . Great video , looking forward to the Brisbane to Sydney videos .

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate. Had a blast

[@ohTHATaaronbrown]

Love mine :) Regarding the buffeting, I put a Puig blade on the top of my screen, and that cleaned up the air stream nicely. My three major nitpicks are: 1) I really wish I could switch into offroad mode on the fly without stopping the bike, and I HATE that the bike won't stay in the mode that I left it in when I turn the bike off 2) I really wish that they'd done a better job on the menuing system and the overall layout of the TFT. I'd really like to be able to choose a few numbers to pin to the display so they were always available without digging into menus. 3) They put the air filter under the gas tank, which makes it a PITA to change. I like the 900's location much, much better for that.

[@onthebackwheel]

Great information mate. I saw the air filter, what a nightmare!

[@daveo9844]

@@onthebackwheelYeah I’ve changed mine. OMG 😱😂

[@jonwoodworker]

Awesome to see you get multiple brands to review. If you're logging lots of road miles, the Tiger looks like a nice bike.

[@onthebackwheel]

Agree. Keen how its going to handle 2000km of mostly dirt this week

[@rustysalami8088]

Great review and riding the big girl. I've got the 2024 900 Rally Pro. Done the same trails as your video at Mt Mee. Just eats up the trails and the bitumen.

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate. They are top bikes hey. I'm keen to try the 24 900, really enjoyed the last one

[@chrisbarnett4542]

Hey Curtis, loved your video. I have the bike girl. I call her Lurch for her snappy response when twisting the throttle. I like your review, although ok would say its easy to use all of the rear shock when hitting a bump! Other then that, id say your spot on! Thanks for your review, and keep it upright!

[@onthebackwheel]

Will do mate. You're the second person to say that about the shock. I'll see how it goes loaded up this week

[@toddwmac]

Thanks Curtis, great to see and some super twin track footage! Nice job getting it back online after that root at 00:23:33. When these kinds of beasts get really knocked offline, they can be a handful when things are tight. With all the KTM issues, I'm seriously looking for some other dirt worthy big bike alternatives. While I will miss that V-Twin of the 1290, Triumph has certainly been upping their game recently and this is obvioulsy a real player. With a Curtis Chuckle score of 9.1, how can I not get out on it. Thanks!

[@onthebackwheel]

Haha there were many chuckles when riding this. It's a fantastic bike, I really enjoyed my time on it

[@chokieenot7769]

nice been waiting for the full video

[@onthebackwheel]

Enjoy!

[@tinfoilhatplumber485]

my 2023 tiger rally pro 1200 is a beast... had a few issues and triumph stepped up.. 💯.. brraaapp

[@onthebackwheel]

Fantastic. What issues did you have?

[@tinfoilhatplumber485]

@@onthebackwheel clutch.. then gear shift positioning sensor.. both covered 100 percent.. the sensor failed in no man's land.. ugh . all about the adventure.. the bike is awesome.. brraaapp

[@onthebackwheel]

@@tinfoilhatplumber485 that's it mate, all part of the journey!

[@daveo9844]

Owned this bike for 30k km. Pro: Comfort, power, QS, electronic suspension, brakes, induction roar, 21/18 combo, looks. Con: Unable to change all ride modes on the fly, rear shock bottoms out on bit hits, 1st gear too tall for steep downhill sections, airfilter access (need pre-filter), left foot gets water directed onto it. 🍻

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate. How does it direct the water out of curiosity?

[@daveo9844]

@@onthebackwheel Seems to favour the left leg side. Maybe engine case differences. If you get any rainy days compare L&R 🍻

[@Angry-Lynx]

Believe me it's better to have shock bottom out sometimes than having last 1/3 of travel so hard it never bottoms but also have zero compliance on upward bumps as is in africa twin.... So frustrating

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Great riding Curtis. Triumph is wise to have you put the Tiger 1200 Rally Pro through tits paces. 👍

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks Pinkie 😀

[@leighhill9185]

What a bike! Awesome review as always :) Should have heaps more subs bro!

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate. It's getting there

[@anymouse6202]

Thanks. I love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate

[@powertrip1050]

another great job ! Lots of useful feedback.

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks 🙏

[@anymouse6202]

Thanks

[@onthebackwheel]

No problem

[@jason98920]

Nice review! I have the 23 rally explorer allmost 20k on it now.Very Versatile. Machine.

[@onthebackwheel]

That's some good KMs. I'd be curious to know how different the pair are to ride with the updates

[@jason98920]

@onthebackwheel I thought the 23 motor was awesome. Down low it's like a vtwin. Above 7000 rpm it's a beast. No complaints from me.

[@mkramsauer]

Mate! You've made me want to spend some money 👊. Can not wait for the multipart adventure

[@onthebackwheel]

Haha sorry mate

[@TallyHoTech]

Sounds like a V8 Super Car Woof! You pushed it harder than 99.9% of people will do.

[@onthebackwheel]

Sounds mean hey?!

[@BoogiemanMoto]

Love this review video. The enthusiasm and fun you’re having flogging this thing in the woods is contagious. Definitely reminds me of your Tuareg off road review video. I don’t recall if you’ve thrashed a Tiger 900 RP in the same fashion. If you have, if you could choose one of the two, which would you prefer? Seems you get on better with the 1200 than the 900.

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate. My time with the 900 was a bit interrupted. I did end up giving it a good run once, but not as much as I'd like. I really like the 1200. No doubt the 900 would suit me more though

[@lauriew2907]

As an owner of a 23 Tiger 900 rally pro, This one I should have had a go on....

[@onthebackwheel]

She's a weapon

[@stevesanelli90]

Ahh, crazy man Curtis with the big trailie! Way too much power with stock tyres! I'd love to see your impressive skills with knobbies! You'd tear up tracks & make new dams! Is it too heavy or manageable? Obviously, your skills accomplish so much more! Cheers & sorry for being late🤙

[@onthebackwheel]

I find it really manageable! Always love your comments mate

[@stevesanelli90]

@@onthebackwheel superdad ⭐🤙 You deserve heaps more subscribers because you make it real!

[@chokieenot7769]

I hope you try the cfmoto 450mt soon!

[@onthebackwheel]

Me too mate, looking forward to trying one

[@retiredwaterdoctor]

Not to many people are like you...one that can make the big girls dance....your a natural. Three things amaze me...they call these pro version...others use raid....for that money add the good hand guards...the good bash plate and a positive lock for the kick stand...so add a couple hundreds to the price...with all the tec there, please finish the build for the people you are targeting! Garth

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate, I enjoy riding the big bikes. Always annoys me with the terrible hand guards they put on

[@sreach93]

Surely they could've used something other than a Vegemite jar to hold the front brake fluid

[@onthebackwheel]

😂

[@justin.emmons]

How to do you like this compared to the 800 DE that you just got riding?

[@onthebackwheel]

I like this more...but it's a lot of money and I like the simplicity of the 800

[@simoncalleia8892]

My biggest complaint is having to come to a total stop between street and off road modes and between off road and off road pro modes. It’s almost a deal breaker. No reason for it and super frustrating, especially when you are riding with others.

[@onthebackwheel]

Yep, I get what you're saying completely

[@Kimsand520]

Yeah, same with my 900RP. You can go from offroad to street though so that helps 50%. Wish I could have done it the other way as well.

[@onthebackwheel]

@@Kimsand520 fair enough. These electronics are great and all, but can be a pain

[@simoncalleia8892]

They do it for safety but it’s actually more dangerous as after a while you can’t be bothered changing it so for sections you ride on road in off road mode with zero safety features or off road in road mode if the TC will allow it. It’s just crazy and ruins what would be a great big bore adventure bike. The thing is damn good on the road isn’t it. For such a big heavy bike with a 21” wheel she’s amazing fun on the tar!

[@daveo9844]

@@simoncalleia8892Damn right it’s dangerous. Triumph claiming it’s a safety feature is an absolute joke. Will never buy another bike that can’t change ‘all’ riding modes on the fly 🍻

[@DirtNapsAdv]

Nice vid mate! Which track/road are you on at the 21:00 mark? Been around that area a bit, but dont recognise that track.

[@onthebackwheel]

It's called K break. Just north of the lookout at Mt Mee. My favorite track there I reckon

[@DirtNapsAdv]

@@onthebackwheel cheers boss, sounds like a good one to do this weekend

[@onthebackwheel]

@@DirtNapsAdv for sure! There are a couple of sections in there, lot of fun

[@glenns001]

If i didnt own a GSA this is the bike id have, would be good to have some chunky tyres, but for your ride to Sydney these are prob pretty good

[@onthebackwheel]

I'm enjoying it. Chunky tyres going on before the trip thankfully

[@glenns001]

@@onthebackwheel i find the motoz adventure are good can push them hard on or off road

[@onthebackwheel]

@@glenns001 I like them too. I'm not sure what they are going to put on TBH, hopefully something decent!

[@richard3803]

Have to ask...as an all rounder did you have more fun on your Strom 800DE off road?

[@onthebackwheel]

Tough question. Probably a tie because the 1200 is just so impressive for a big machine. The 800 is easier to manage and a heap cheaper though!

[@eliasstergiou3051]

it is an amazing bike I have tried it on road. best motor & comfort suspension, seat...tell us your thoughts vs the new crf1100?

[@onthebackwheel]

I haven't ridden the updated model, but I liked this a lot more than the 23 model

[@eliasstergiou3051]

@@onthebackwheel off road also didn't expected that!!thanks

[@onthebackwheel]

@@eliasstergiou3051 had a blast. Looking forward to riding it more!

[@nkwd007]

Between Tiger 1200 Rally Pro - Africatwin - 1250GS - which one feels most natural on off road riding?

[@onthebackwheel]

I like this the most. Base model Africa Twin with good tyres is more capable though

[@brucekendall52]

You dont mention the crappy air filter under the tank??Not nice for Off Rd Riding.The 900 RP is much better re:Air Filter.Cheers.

[@onthebackwheel]

I just looked it up and that's pretty awful. Will see how she performs on the multi day trip

[@Eltombrae]

To everyone: is this 1200 cc bike worth the price and weight against the 900?

[@Bandit_SkozzaAU]

lol @ the bleep. very nice bike. if only i was 20 or 30years younger.. id love some balls out chit ya pants scream in fear power lol..

[@onthebackwheel]

It's pretty bloody addictive isn't it

[@NoSkillzMoto]

I rode the 1200 off road it was just way to heavy.

[@onthebackwheel]

Definitely got some weight

[@ilikelampshades6]

Pulls like a 14 year old boy? What the hell does that even mean haha

[@onthebackwheel]

It means a lot 😂

[@ilikelampshades6]

@@onthebackwheel Can you explain? I don't understand the metaphor at all haha