Triumph Tiger 900 Review | Final Ride

Triumph Tiger 900 Review | Final Ride: Having had the new for 2020 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro in my garage before, during and after the COVID lock-down what are my closing thoughts on the bike? Stick around to find out! Links to the kit I was wearing as promised:-
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[@janvaculin962]

This 3 camera setup for reviews like this is in my opinion the best setup I have seen in a long time. Well done!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Jan....

[@fredericbayle]

Hi from France, I would like to thank you for your videos about this awesome bike. You definitively convinced me to buy it ;) . I just have to wait several months to receive it...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It’ll be worth the wait! Enjoy...

[@1ridgy]

I’m in the same position, have to wait until June 22 to pick her up. So frustrating but well worth the wait

[@fredericbayle]

@@1ridgy I no longer own this bike. I had to part with it because I couldn't stand the vibrations in the handlebars. The shifter often caused the gearbox to slam. the engine lacked flexibility at low revs. I finally opted for a 4 cylinder which corresponds more to my everyday use. I hope yours will satisfy you on all the points I mentioned and more.

[@Shining_Whit]

Test road one of these last week and now am totally smitten with it! I can take or leave the TFT, so glad it has a 'Real Key' and I even like the white colour scheme. I do think that when it comes to buying my next new bike it will be this one! When I got back to the Dealer (Oxford Triumph) they showed me a Tiger 800 Xca that had been used by the guys at the factory, 2300 miles, matt green, a set of full Triumph hard luggage and in near show room condition for £8999!!! So tempted........

[@stevenbatley8666]

I was totally blown away with this bike,it has everything for me .

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Between the expensive GT Pro & the « basic » model, in the middle, there is the very interesting GT model 😎😍🤗. For city, for asphalt, for going to work, for short & long rides, for 2 up, for twisties, for gravel & dirt roads, ... this GT model is doing the jobs perfectly 👍🏼. Im in love! Best regards from Montreal.

[@GruveToob]

I just test rode Tiger 900 Rally Pro. As a R1250GS owner, I have to say I was impressed with the Tiger 900 RP. It has lively motor with alot usable power. Handled very well, especially with a 21" wheel. Only minor "don't care for" issues are the TFT user interface and brakes. The TFT commands & controls were awkward and more thought could been put into the UI/UX design. The other quip is the initial bite on the front brakes. They work but do not have the sensitivity of the R1250GS brakes. All in all, it still an impressive bike, and 100lbs lighter than the GS.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed all round!

[@Vintaronica]

Agree with your opinion on the TFT screen, it would be nice to see some modern bikes with dials. Dials seem to give the bike back it's mechanical charm, which is what appeals to so many bikers. You know what, id even go further to say that having physical dials and a tft screen as an optional extra would get my vote..

[@frankstocker5475]

If I was running Triumph I would employ you to do consulting work to improve our product. Some times they can't see the wood because of the trees.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Actually Triumph are pretty good at taking feedback....

[@karlosh9286]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I hope so, when they get my feedback on keyless ignition, it might not be on the Speed Triple 2023 model. Probably too late for the one coming out in 2021. Sorry I said I wouldn't repeat myself !

[@giuliobuccini208]

I hope some Lasagna producer hires me instead... 😊

[@Endurorodzndubz]

They are too busy holding on the past to invent anything new or different. They only thing they do now is keep bringing out new "cool" clothing. p.s. I own 3 Triumphs but nothing new gets my money.

[@Pud_Time]

Endurorodzndubz sounds like you’re the one holding on to the past buddy

[@tri-hard]

I have had mine since April. I have watched all your GT Pro series of videos. While I generally agree with your assessment (love the bike for sure) I am surprised you did not mention the rear brake in your cons. Under powered for this size bike and squishy in my opinion. Hard to fault the bike otherwise. By the way I am very tech savvy by nature and it took me many hours to get all the tech working properly but eventually I did win the battle. All the tech functionality works fine after you find your way through the distorted setup process.

[@Spad562]

Truly I found it really simple to set up. I even showed the dealer how it should be done properly to avoid any issues.

[@Spad562]

@TriplePlay Sure thing, make sure you unpair your headset from the phone, like delete the pairing. Then proceed to pair the phone to the bike in the Bluetooth way. Then pair your helmet to the bike in the Bluetooth way. Both phone and headset must be paired to the bike for it to work as it should. My phone and headset connect everytime. However to play music the app of you choice must be active on the phone and I usually get the music playing via the phone first and then I can control it all day via the toggle. The only thing that doesn't work for me is the volume control tray, no biggie as I need it on full all the time anyhow. GPS also works very well, would've been great if they had incorporated a map display instead of just turn by turn, shame with all that screen real estate not to take full advantage of it.

[@sliglusamelius8578]

@@Spad562 What if you have two bikes?! I can hear my music sometimes and not others, what is that about? I am synced to my sena system and to the IPhone and the bike in that order.

[@Spad562]

@@sliglusamelius8578 No longer have the 900, I have moved on and must say not missing it at all. The 950S Multistrada is superior

[@sliglusamelius8578]

@@Spad562 For $10,000 more American, it better be a great bike compared to the 900! What do you think is better about it?

[@stephenchapman8344]

Great video. Can see you getting one. Have ridden a Tiger 800 for the last two years. Was going to give the 900 a go. However, watched your review on the KTM 790 duke and after 10 mins. had to get one ! Have not smiled so much since getting the wee duke. Love it !😀

[@splodge57]

Great bike, like the GT Pro in white. Good value too, well done Triumph. Nice review.

[@keithwilliams4262]

Geart vid once again Andy. As I've said in previous comments the m8d range gt with a few added trinkets like quick shifter and three piece luggage would be my choice and hopefully I'll get a test ride when my bike goes into the dealer fir some work. Looking forward to a possible review of the roughly toughty version 😀

[@keithwilliams4262]

I hate my phone keyboard 😒

[@keithwilliams4262]

Just a foot note to the above message. Went to Bill Smiths in Chester and you can't get a test ride until you've had a valuation and you're ready to sit down and do a deal. Going to sell a lot of them shiny new bikes aren't they?

[@jackgambino2687]

Unrelated note, but i do enjoy the youtube auto-play with subtitle feature on the app. It can never get your name right. Today you are Mr Fry.

[@RutgerSmets]

Enjoyed your video as always Andy! It might be the best general, do it all bike out there, given it's waaay cheaper than a 1250 GS

[@jackcomino15]

Hi mate I currently ride a 2005 gs1200 and am ready for an update. I’ve watched your bike reviews for sometime now an enjoy your presentation.Thanks for your well informed info on the triumph 900 it’s certainly a bike that will be in my short list. I’m with you, don’t need all the electronics give me a couple of analog dials(haha coming from a 61yr oldie) Stay upright! Cheers from jack (Australia)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Leaning on an open door here Jack! ...and all the best under there!!

[@clifffawcett]

Loved this video. Love all your videos! Love the three camera views on this one. Makes it more interesting to watch but I know it made the editing more complex. The Tiger 900 seems like a great bike. Still a new rider even though I’m 54 years old and 900 would be too much bike for me.

[@Vashan7]

Thanks for your amazing coverage of the Tiger 900. Since I'm moving, I was looking for something a little more manageable (smaller & lighter) than my FJR1300 and I really fell for the Tiger 900 GT Pro after a testride. But I only went on that testride because of your review of it, so thanks, loving the bike so far. I actually love the TFT, the RPM gauge isn't the best, but meh, and so far haven't had any connectivity issues with my phone. The vibrations on higher RPM is something to get used to, but I love the engine character a lot more than the inline fours and you can't have your cake and eat it, right ;)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you like it - great bike!

[@norriemasson4080]

Hope you and yours are all well Andy. Nice review series on this model. I will not be surprised to see a new Triumph 900 in the stable within the next year or less in place of the GS. Stay safe

[@1DavidS67]

Really enjoyed your series on this bike. Great to get your perspective for more than just a quick ride...bike seems fantastic. Most videos rave about the machine. Might be my next bike.

[@bunnydaduk]

Great watch keep them coming, I like the fact that you mention the basic bike and pick your options as you feel appropriate, not go for all bells and whistles of witch some of them you don't need or will ever use, having followed you for many years I like the evolution and content of you reviews, Rear camera a first today I think unless I've missed one, The out takes and kit description are good. I'm surprised my favourite read 'Ride' haven't giving you a few column inches as you seem to be going down the same route ?

[@Roy_Godiksen]

The big deal breaker for me that ended with me buying another brand, was the T crank. Why they listen to the few who go off road insted of the 90+% of people who never go off road i'll never understand. But it was enough for me to go with a different bike. a shame really, because i did love just about everything else except the wheel dimensions. If it had the normal 3 cylinder crank and 120/70-17 front and 180/55-17 rear wheels, i'd be cruising around on a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro today. Nice video👍🏻

[@gregorysteffensen3279]

plenty of leftover 2019 XRxes or older-but-clean 1050 Sports if that's what you want, with a triple motor

[@Spad562]

Did you ride the new 900? the engine is brilliant on and off road.

[@camillefloury]

I hated the old 800 engine, and as a fan of bi-cylinders I like very much this new engine on road

[@davej3736]

You said it...finally said the words..."If you could only have one bike..this is it" I concur...and like you...I have owned and ridden sooo many bikes...not bragging , just the way it is for some of us.

[@lynsmith1096]

Good summery video TMF. This 1 is on my radar for when I decide to change my bike.

[@jameswilson8998]

Hello Andy good review, I love this bike and for me the basic model would be fine with heated grips. There is so much value in a bike that is manageable. Heavy bikes can be such a problem on cambered parking areas and tight turns.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Totally agree

[@davidharrington1133]

Do the Tiger Experience and record it Andy. Won't matter if you drop it then. Got for it dude, I loved it.

[@nickprice3605]

"A nice little lane to squirt down" Is it popular with Doggers?! 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very much so...

[@everythinggaming7938]

@@TheMissendenFlyer said from experience?

[@williamperry1017]

Im booked in on the 15th for a test ride, cant wait

[@mariuszuk79]

william perry please let us know how it went. If there were any malfunctions on the bike and how was the weather protection. I had quite a lot of wind around my neck and above.

[@williamperry1017]

@@mariuszuk79 I will indeed

[@stevetaylor8698]

"I'd just prefer to have a couple of dials" I think you speak for many of us. They look snazzy but the real reason motor manufacturers go down the digital route is that they are cheap and to be fair, don't weigh much. But analogue dials not only look better, I think the human eye/brain prefers them in terms of functionality.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Couldn’t agree more - even if they put chrome housings with two circular TFTs mimicking old school gauges that would be better (my Range Rover has something similar and it looks great!)....

[@mattstorey3890]

Digital for me. More information is available and more versatile and customisable based on future software updates, based on the plethora of sensors built into bikes nowadays. I mean who doesn't want to know the Lambada sensor voltage on bank one (0.46 V btw) when canted over into a blind bend well outside of the speed limit...

[@MaxFromSydney1]

In the age of speed cameras, an analogue tachometer and digital speedo hit the sweetspot for me.

[@nikoscosmos]

@@mattstorey3890 it would be good if the user could customise the layout in a meaningful fashion.

[@iamtherealzombie]

I have a TFT on my Multistrada and love it, it's clear and clean and IMO easier to read at a quick glance. If you like the 60's thru 80's, buy a retro bike and maybe you can likely have your analog dials.

[@Desmo904]

I have to agree with you on the TFT dash. It's really a let down compared to the Beemer display. It reminds me of those crap 90's "Spectrum analyzer" displays you used to get on Technics stereos! As it's a digital display, Triumph could easily put out an update via the dealerships and bring out a new better display version. Other than that, I also agree on the Green paintjob on the Rallye Pro! I'd love to be in the position to buy one but alas, funds ain't what they used to be atm. But, maybe one day! Great review of the bike! Hope you get the R-Pro from Triumph!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur! All the best and thanks for watching - TMF

[@michaelneve3223]

Really good, balanced summary. No bike is perfect and you do buy with more heart than head - Whilst I love my Tiger 1200 I cannot disagree with the problems you found with it. If you love the bike you'll put up with the issues (there are paralells in other parts of life!) What is very helpful is your comments on the bluetooth phone issue/triumph app. Triumph charge around £250+ to supply and fit the module to upgrade the Tiger 1200. I was thinking about it but cannot see the point, better off using my phone in an ultimate addons case!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I completely agree with you there Michael - and get the reference re your Mrs!!

[@michaelneve3223]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I am sure that the reverse is also true!

[@paulmorris3022]

Hi Andy, i have just done 700 miles on my tiger 900 GT Pro in red. love the bike, but i do have a bit of advice. i bought the low seat @£178 when i spec'd my order and riding the bike home from the dealer i realized i had no heated seat. when i spoke to the dealer they told me afterwards that the low seat is not heated. i was a bit annoyed because my next question was to the dealer "where is the original seat that came with the bike?" They told me they had it at the dealership. so i explained as it came with the bike it belongs to me. when i collected it and put it on the bike the heated seat worked lovely. the advice is i am also 5'8 and a 30 inch leg. with the normal seat on the low setting i found no difference to the low seat except for the gap it leaves between the tank and the seat itself. lesson learnt. i am going to keep the low seat and use it in the summer period to save on wear and tear.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

How interesting Paul! ....and how naff!!

[@deepjoyrides]

The phrase 'I'm gonna put links to everything I'm wearing down below' made my wife look up from her phone with raised eyebrows 😂 another good review fella

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

🤓

[@mariuszuk79]

Paul Joy 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@julianlewis4305]

The joystick and grey handlebar buttons on the triumph were the top reason I bough the GS

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

:0)

[@Vince_vanca]

Nice bike, great review as usual...can we know a little bit more about the yellow sticky note option on the tank ? Is it genuine triumph option ? 🙄

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It’s for those with early onset Alzheimer’s (like me!!)

[@Vince_vanca]

@@TheMissendenFlyer you are very far from it sir... veryyyy far ;-)

[@jimjimbobable]

Another great review, where i can reminisce over my time riding back when i lived in Beaconsfield.

[@ginogina4589]

Me too Loved Great Missenden where I lived.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review as usual & totally agree about going for the basic version & picking the specific extras you actually really want. Less is more on the tech front imo too!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Totally agree!

[@eugeniogil6720]

Thanks Mr. for make this good descriptives videos. after saw your reviews, I have been thinking about Tiger 900 GT (not pro) and the Bonneville T120. both with differents missions & configurations but, them achieve reach my uses and desires. (comodity, maniobrability and power)

[@staffannordin705]

The IPhone and GoPro connections are a bit tricky, but once you got it up and running it’s great! Great help is on the different Tiger forums on internet. I like to just track my movements with the app when I’m out free riding. Then I remember a great section and can go back. Great tracks often involve gravel and dirt roads out in the sticks... took the Rally Pro because it’s more comfortable.

[@peterparker219]

Great finale thank you 👍. And what a surprising suggestion to go for the basic model to not being annoyed by useless modern times features 😂😂. I really appreciate this.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Peter - thanks for watching!

[@cyclops116]

I got the Rally(not Rally Pro) in the green and it has the quick shifter and heated grips. Just did a 3000 mile tour hit 6 states, great bike

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cool!

[@simonchilli2088]

I watched this video with headphones on and the engine sound is a very nice indeed!

[@simonthecarpenter4203]

As always another great run of videos on a proper do it all bike. I’m sure you get asked the old “which would you rather have between.....” question often so I won’t ask, what I’d like to know is between this and the bmw f 900 xr would you consider them to be similar enough to be competitors whilst being suitably different? I’m intending to test ride both and would welcome your opinion. All the best!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I would...

[@scottd7470]

Looks like a nice comfortable bike. I would definitely consider buying one.

[@alexrivera-alwayslearning2396]

I just bought a 2020 Rally Pro and there is a new update for the Bluetooth features. You need to take it to a dealer that has the proper diagnostic tool to update your system.

[@vtvt2690]

My heated seats don’t work. And after I just got the connectivity feature corrected. The dash shows the switch having been activated. But absolutely no heat comes from either rider or passenger seat. Damn it Triumph! Don’t reintroduce those old stereotypes about British electrical systems!

[@sinclairearl]

I love Triumphs. Had 955i Tiger, 2 x 800 xc , Rocket 3 and now a Bonneville 1200. I don’t see the point of having a Triple that want to be a twin. Why not just have a twin ( Tenere 700, beemer, Ducati, Suzuki, Kato , Triumph Scrambler 1200 ,Africa twin) . Keep a triple a triple, that the character of the bike to me.

[@Spad562]

I must be lucky but all my TFT phone and helmet connectivity works great. Its my quick shifter that's just started playing up and having start issues, not firing up 1st time. Booked in next Thursday for the dealer to check it out. But I do really love this bike its brilliant to ride and that engine is just so sweet.

[@Spad562]

Ok reporting back on the findings of the start issue and the quick shifter. The start issue was a simple software tune update and now starts and idles as it should. The quickshifter was broken, apparently the connecting rod which attaches to the bottom of the quickshifter switch was wound out and only had about 1 1/2 turns of thread holding it in place so subsquently the switch was wobbling about on the tip of the rod and cause it to malfunction. The dealer replaced the switch from a brand new street tripple floor stock and now works better than ever. The downshifts were never great but now they are brilliant, upshifts too are also now awesome. When the QS is working as it should then makes this bike an absolute dream to ride.

[@pontypete7357]

Hi Andy! Bit of a late reply, but I am buying the white 900 Low chassis model tomorow .the price has gone up to £11650 for 2022 But im sure its a true pedigree from Triumph!!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Ooh congratulations Pete - when do you take delivery?

[@pontypete7357]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I am a bit silly i always buy a new Bike just as we are entering Winter (cenile dementia ?) I have had three 800 tiger XRX in the past hope im not biting off more than i can chew here as said expensive to buy in one shot old chap??? Pete!

[@pontypete7357]

ps friday lunch time home delivery from Triumph (Doncaster)

[@garypermanent9724]

Seems like a nice update to the older Tiger but I had to go with the Tracer 900. The diffierence here in Canada was over $4000

[@socialising6037]

Did you test ride both before buying if so how would you compare the two?

[@deav0n]

I'm provably buying this bike next year, but first some test rides. Though it looks promising, seems like everything I look for in a bike.

[@simonrobinson7536]

Sad day if it’s going back. Liking the new rear camera.Are you like my wife in that it takes you a long time to get ready , with all the clothes you seem to have.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Triumph should rip that TFT and all the electronics off the bikes. That would make the Rally Pro close to perfect.

[@blueteeth.spooker]

pinkiewerewolf completely agree. A digital rev counter's a hideous thing; you can't 'glance' at a four-figure moving number the way you can at a clock. Bring back the good old dials. Such a shame to stick this arrangement on a bike that otherwise gets such a glowing review.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@blueteeth.spooker Exactly! I couldn't have said it as well.

[@fredzuccarelli]

New subscriber after binge-watching most of your other videos....EXCELLENT REVIEWS!!! You get to the point, mention all the important stuff and leave all the other crap out....that's the way to do a review! BMW K1600B owner here now looking to add an adventure touring bike to my stable. I have to admit I am partial to BMW but looking at Honda, Ducati and Triumph as well. What's your choice if you HAD to pick one???? BTW what jacket and gloves are you wearing in this video???? I liked the combination!!!! Please advise! Cheers!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Money no object get a 1250 GS, if vfm is a concern then Triumph Tiger....and welcome along!

[@fredzuccarelli]

@@TheMissendenFlyer as i suspected....so the second BMW into the stable it shall be! I rode it again yesterday and it is certainly something to get excited about!!! Again, great channel!!!!

[@kraxmel]

I think you are the first reviewer that said they don't like the digital RPM on the TFT screen. It's funny, that's the same screen we have on our 2020 Street Triple RS and the general consensus among us owners is the same. It's hard to read. A number of us have contacted Triumph and have been told they are not changing the layouts.

[@alexmorgan3435]

This is what I don't like about Triumph. They come across as very arrogant and their customers are an inconvenience. I have a Triumph but won't be replacing it with a new Triumph, no way.

[@chrismountford2951]

Andy great vid as always . Yes love the 900 but would I swap my 800 XRT? No, not yet!

[@tonydare7614]

You have definitely talked me into it. Doing a test tomorrow at Triumph Paris. Definitely agree on the colour scheme. The green is miles better than the other nondescript colours but I'm a road rider and 5"8 so the Rally isn't an option. Loved the access only, "well I am accessing" ;-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes great bikes, I think you’ll like it....enjoy!

[@stephengodsmark4353]

@@TheMissendenFlyer no GS replacement though TMF? albeit a different price point. Suppose take the saving, get the base model and spec it to suit touring and sort own sat nav out.

[@selrahc2061]

There are lowering links for a lot of the bikes out now currently. To get ground clearance out of a Vtwin it has be side-wise of smaller displacement Parallels they can tilt forward. The triumph is a pretty bike, but unfortunately bikes have a price problem now.

[@Below-Average_Joe]

The Tiger 900 strikes me as an eminently sensible motorcycle. It is not huge, and it does have huge (and useable) amount of horsepower. I can see why you like it so much.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes lots to like about this bike, thanks for watching!

[@Mr2OOM]

It's an interesting point about the Tech, for me it's not a priority to have it but if I have it I'd want it to work .. and I've not seen a Tft screen that looks great on this bike .. BMW do seem to have hit the nail with their screen .. But again if it wasn't there it would not be a deal breaker for me .. Good review as always Mr F ..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Graham - always good to have you along!

[@Maggieismydog]

Thank you for another great vid! One question then for you good sir....this or a 2021 BMW1250GS?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Can I refer you to my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaXOYWCsaNGtmac on that very subject?

[@Maggieismydog]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thank you, yes I have watched this a few times. Have you made a decision for your new bike? Once again, thank you for your professional, informative and enjoyable vids. Have a safe Christmas 🎄

[@jonathanwright9269]

Great vid/review especially with the rear camera facing fwd view. What make is your jacket pls Andy?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm assuming you're joking....??

[@PCERules]

I think having watched all your vids on the Tiger 900. I think the influential decision for me was Mrs Flyer’s opinion that the seat still leaves the bum a bit numb for long distances. However, it looks a good alternative for those who find 1250GS’ & 1290 Dukes a bit too much!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're quite right!

[@carlton683]

Hi Andy I love the new position of the camera on the back , do you have any advice on new helmets I have had a new helmet it’s the right size but it’s so uncomfortable many thanks tony

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Check out my helmet reviews!

[@bigkev8949]

I`v just brought my brand new 900 gt [22 reg] home today, over the moon with it.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations and enjoy!

[@MrCmeehan]

Ooh, new camera angles! Fancy! :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you appreciated the effort!

[@tommybyrne760]

@@TheMissendenFlyer is this bike an automatic

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

@@tommybyrne760 Nope....

[@rafasoaresms]

I think the Tiger 800 sounded great on its own (especially the 2018 refresh, with its lower sound), but I have the impression the 900 would sound amazing with something like a Leo Vince exhaust. Of course that's a matter of personal preference. I prefer a bit of bass :P I'm eagerly waiting for someone to come out with something like that for it. Also, can't wait to get one of those on the (dirt) road!

[@eman19487]

Should have an option of a 110/120 bhp engine for those who want a little extra.

[@1DavidS67]

Love this bike. Hoping for some better color schemes in 2021?

[@brandonrides8953]

I'm torn between this, and the 2021 Tracer 9 GT (waiting to see press reviews) for my new bike. I'm really wanting to join the more ADV/ Sport touring world. The creature comforts really catch my eye.

[@RomulusReemus]

Same. Did you choose?

[@brandonrides8953]

@@RomulusReemus I ended up getting a new 1250 GSA

[@christopherhorton5449]

Hi Andy. I enjoyed your reviews and decided this was the bike for me. I went on line and configured the bike I wanted. Ready to buy, I went to the dealer for a test ride. I was gutted to say the least. The engine is awful. It sounds like the main bearings are going! the vides are terrible. It makes my Ducati feel smooth! The seat is hard and the bars are now too close to the rider. On the upside It looks very smart and the tech is great. I got on well with the TFT screen and the suspension adjustment. The screen is good and I was able to get a fairly buffet free position. I had a Tiger 800 for 5 years and covered 30K. I was hoping this would be the bike for me. Unfortunately not. Put the 800 motor in it and it would be close. Unfortunately Triumph are barking up the wrong tree with the T plane engine.

[@nevillelake1403]

Christopher Horton I think your right , they have ruined the engine for me , I wish they did a new sprint st not that GT crap

[@neilsmith4799]

I rode both. Went for the rally pro. Just felt more fun to ride. I agree with phone app. I can’t get the map function to work either. But apart from that I love it.

[@robstermacinnes3104]

Regarding the basic vs GT/pro the key thing for me would be how much better (or not) the suspension/ride is - or can be with self adjustment. My 800 has a sweet gearbox so if the basic 900 is as good that it would do me. Better tft doesn’t seem a big addition. As others have said most other items are those you can add (e.g. heated grips and centre stand).

[@ashleyregenass]

The gearbox is better than on the Tiger 800

[@PatsAdventuresTravels]

I agree. I hate the keyless ignition.

[@Kalsino]

If we had the same prices in Denmark as you have in England i would differently buy it. But with our Skye high taxes it will cost here in Denmark 22.000 pounds and that´s only for the Triumph Tiger 900 not GT or Pro vision.

[@chrismountford2951]

Definitely!

[@mickthemaverick5998]

Methinks the GS days are numbered!! Lived in Hertfordshire all my life, schooled in Ricky and never ever heard Chenies pronounced Chennys before, always known it as Chaineys, Interested to hear a residents opinion if there are any about? Another great video Andy!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Mick - come to think of it I’m the only person I’ve heard who pronounces it like that!!! Is it in Hertfordshire?? Thought it was one of ours (Bucks)???

[@mickthemaverick5998]

It is just on your side of the border I believe but it used to be part of my adventure play area from school!!

[@robertwatson39]

Another great video and very informative. I was going to stop at just that, but I can’t help myself. I have been able to test ride Triumphs from the Bonny up to the Trident ( but not the Thunderbird ). Now I’m nearly 64 and I think I have been riding since I was sperm. I agree with you about the gimmicky electrical stuff. Also what I don’t like about Triumphs these days in general. I know that the powers to be have to create a place in the market to survive, but it at the cost of now nearly being a metric bike. All that plastic might look good ( in some opinions ) but has taken away the raw look and feel that Triumph is known for. The gearing is so close together that you go from first to fifth ( sometimes 6th ) then you crank the life out of it to get up to highway speeds ( 110kph ). None of them felt like you sunk into the tar when changing gear. If you breakdown on the side of the road, you basically can’t do band aid repair jobs to get you home. I must admit the Speed Twin does get closer to what a Triumph use to feel like, but not quite there. When Triumph was at Meriden they made a great bike. Anyway that’s my grumble so thanks again from Down Under😎😎

[@alexmorgan3435]

I wouldn't call ABS and traction control gimmicky. All these safety and assistance monitoring aids have been developed from world super bike racing. They make bikes a lot safer.

[@toltod]

Someday I will own a green rally. I must say though, the TFT needs a refresh with better themes. Seems they tried to make it compensate for when you add a bluetooth device which cuts the screen in half. Just give me some steam punk retro dials and readouts please...

[@mariuszuk79]

Great video Andy. I hope you will get that rally version and go for longer touring 😃 I have loved both versions but had some minor worries. On one of them the QuickShifter didn’t work going down the box and on the rally version buttons for screen controls didn’t work. Also light for tire pressure came on (red) Returned to the dealer and there was no issue with the tire. So my question to the owners is: Is there reliability problem with 900? Have you encountered any problems apart from mobile connectivity Andy?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That was the only issue I had - perhaps give it a year or two for Triumph to iron out any problems!

[@Spad562]

Yes my quick shifter wasn't great on the down shifts from day one. Up shifts were silky smooth but wet to shit about 3 weeks ago. Now its showing a huge amount of resistance to upshift and I'm having starting issues 3 attempts before it will fire on a cold start. Booked in next Thursday with the dealer for investigation.

[@mariuszuk79]

Spad562 thank you for the information. I hope they will fix the faults so you can fully enjoy your new baby 😃

[@reg56114]

great vid & ride,vid quality brill. some of your other vids not as csharp ,don,t know why ????

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No clue!

[@Spad562]

Yes I've noticed the PQ on previous vids of a lower res.

[@rahulmenon6073]

Hey Andy, if happen to plan on doing another brilliant "Meet the Vlogger" video, May I suggest 'Pedro Mota' .... He's another Nomad on bike who also makes amazing vlogs just like Noraly 😁

[@petewebb6952]

I remember how a Tiger 800 XRT was once sold to me as a good all-rounder, trading my 2013 R1200RT for it. Big mistake once the novelty wore off as it was not a bike i could love, so traded the Tiger for a Bonneville, which may not be so practical but far more beautiful. If it was a toss up between a Tiger 900 and a your new Speed Twin (just keeping one bike) I’d hope you keep the Speed Twin...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If I could only have one or the other it would be the Tiger 900....sorry!

[@ianofsjkartwork]

Great & honest review of a great adventure bike....stay safe.....thanks for sharing

[@yellownev]

I was getting interested in the tiger 800 after you review but then another vlogger got rid of his after too much warranty work, tft screen, headlight, indicators , some rust and commented another one had a failed cam chain .... put me off sad to say.

[@gryphongryph]

Nev Wells - I thought that Triumph was up to Japanese standards these days ! Maybe not the case ?

[@stevendegoodmojosmet4034]

I do love this bike, except from the whistling of a three cylinder.. Damned..I stille love this bike .. Style and Adventure . Greatings from Belgium.

[@kf-dk5pb]

Hi Andy another great review, but can I ask with your experience with the bike did you ever experience any excessive engine heat, as after your series on the bike I’m looking to purchase one. However I’m concerned the bike may be to uncomfortable around the legs due to this heat.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I didn’t notice any - but then I’m used to my Panigale which is like riding a furnace….

[@r101e6]

Great review and I completely agree with all of your comments having had my Rally Pro for about a month. So many great features but the connectivity is a complete joke - it simply doesn’t work with an iPhone 8 and my dealer doesn’t have a clue how to make it work. Come on Triumph, sort it out! When you see how well things like Apple Play work there is no excuse for something this bad Triumph!

[@Darkest_Soul_187]

Is that what riding a motorcycle is about to you? Connecting your shitty overpriced Apple Iphone? Just get a scooter mate and leave bikes alone..

[@Desmo904]

@@Darkest_Soul_187 Some folks like having a Sat Nav that works from their phone. What's wrong with that?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

R101 - I assumed it wouldn’t just be me who struggled with the connectivity, such a shame when these things are sold as a feature and you can’t get them to work (I have a degree in computer science and couldn’t get it working!)....

[@PSmith-qp2lo]

Sounds to me like you've talked yourself into it.... so when are you trading in the old GS?? 😎👍

[@BOZENIX]

Can you tell me if the 900 has self cancelling indicators. Great video thanks

[@paulledet5911]

Yes, the GT Pro does. Suspect others do as well

[@delararesadv9140]

I had to have the dealer 'tick a box' during pdi to activate the bluetooth module. Works a treat on mine 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good tip!

[@Pud_Time]

It’s pretty common. When we upload the software once unpacked from the crate for some reason it de activates the Bluetooth. Just a bug. Easy way to check: if you click on ‘search for devices’ in the home menu and nothing happens, your dealer needs to activate the Bluetooth via the diagnostic tool.

[@martinsmith2550]

pulled up beside one today in Red looks very nice and that TFT screen is big .

[@curnobullen]

I really like the review! Great video

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@curnobullen]

TheMissendenFlyer I’m a big van of your channel Andy.Keep up the good work! I booked a test ride next Thursday. Can’t wait. Currently riding a BMW F900XR which is great bike ,but there is just something about the new tiger.

[@casperdog777]

would you compare the Street Scrambler 900 to the Tiger 900 ? or is this not a fair comparison ? I bought the SS 900 in February and it is a good bike for the limited miles I do. The Tiger 900 seems a great new addition to the Triumph line up a true tourer and as you say all rounder; glad shorties like us are catered for|! Some of us are under 5' 10'' LOL . What is the Tiger 900 economy ? What is the normal speeds mpg? Important in the UK as prices are a bit steep even though they got down to 99 per litre a month or two ago, they're creeping up again now.

[@chriskay116]

I own a Street Scrambler, myself, and having enjoyed an extended test ride on a Tiger 900 Rally Pro, I can say that they are totally different animals. Whilst both are extremely competent, I was left feeling a little detached by the Tiger. It does everything supremely well, it seemed to be doing it "for me" rather than me being wholly in charge. If I needed to commute 50 miles each way, daily, then I would choose the Tiger, every time, but for that visceral thrill of being out on motorbike for its own sake, the Street Scrambler has the edge. I've got quite a few bikes and it's interesting that speed, or at least the perception of it, is all relative. I found that the Tiger allows you to cover ground very quickly but does so in an unflustered, but maybe not quite as thrilling, way.

[@casperdog777]

@@chriskay116 I think you've nailed it. The SS 900 is what it is, I love mine. If I was using my bike all the time and this involved longer distance commuting or touring - no contest. I think the aspect of ''character'' is that certain Je ne sais quoi that a bike has or doesn't have. The SS 900 has ''it'' . No doubt. I used to have the Tiger 800 and I was very impressed and using the old Tiger 800 as a yardstick; if I needed to do longer distance regularly - no contest. But at the moment my SS 900 does fun and short commutes amazingly well; I have the impression if I were to go crazy and put some decent shocks on it and knobblies the SS 900 would surprise me off road. Asking MF to compare the new Tiger 900 and the SS 900 is unfair; they're apples and pears. But I would like to know what the Tiger 900 economy is like; on my old Tiger 800 (2013 model) the economy was not brilliant and I know Triumph did address this with later Tiger 800 versions.

[@jfhebert35]

Attn: Missendenfly :) : May I ask what is your TOP 1 or 2 between Triumph Tiger 800 (X?); Tiger 900 (GT/Rally); KTM Adv 790 S/1290 S ; Yamaha Tenere 700 ; Africa Twin (smaller/standard) ; Suzuki V-Strom 1000..? In terms of your riding preferences, comfort, with a pillion occasionally, mostly on streets backcountry routes, and highways. Maybe a day here and there, a little bit of gravel, grass or dirt. But like only 10%. Streets here in and around Montreal are full of potholes. Something as close as your love for BMW R1200/1250GS or Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro / Rally Pro..? I would love to have your input/advice ... 🙏🏼 Watched A LOT of your videos/reviews and I’m getting more confused. :) haha I’m coming from a Triumph Speedmaster 900 2007. P.S.: I only tried and loved BMW R1250GS last year... but it just gets too expensive in the end. I’m 5’8 ; 180 lbs (pounds). Thank you so much in advance! 🙏🏼

[@gregorysteffensen3279]

Been using the Racer Mickey gloves for years now, favorite dirt and summer riding gloves ever made! Austrian, though, not French

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm not sure which is worse! ;0)

[@Ravan_Caw]

Nice review Andy. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you...

[@SanandanDA]

The indicator button is very odd, I found that I was pushing it a bit too hard, it's not as tactile as a regular switch. But a very good all-rounder. I'm waiting to see what the new 1200 would be like, spy shots show a 21" front wheel. As usual, a brilliant insightful video, would you be doing a spy shots video or sort of opinions video, would like to hear your views on the upcoming 1200 Tiger. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I don’t know much about it yet - but looking forward to seeing it. Hope they sort the weight issue out....but don’t know how they can without going boxer....and that ain’t likely!!

[@SanandanDA]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I would like to see Triumph do something like the BMW K1300R, canting the engine completely forward and the gearbox sitting on top as opposed to being after, that would substantially reduced the heat very useful for those living in a hot climate, but we could speculate all day like this

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed - that’s the answer to the weight issue though I’m sure, it’s just too high up on the big tigers so far....

[@simasb2468]

Nice review! I am leaning to get one of these beauties for the road - GT pr or GT. Would be comfy for 6.2 height?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I don’t think there’s any difference height wise between them is there?

[@simasb2468]

@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks, I mean generally, tiger 900 is good fit for 6.2?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think the new 1200 may be even better given it's extra height but I see no issue with the 900, a great bike (currently one of my favourite Adventure machines)....

[@simasb2468]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I would be more than happy taking 1200, but pocket is not deep enough yet. :) Thus I will go for 900 GT as a cheaper and more reliable version. Thanks for calming me down on height!

[@alanbarnstable6874]

I wonder if you could comment on alleged vibration at higher revs. On the 800 forum they seem to be really concerned about this, and it's putting some people off buying the bike. I haven't taken delivery of mine yet, but on the test ride which include motorway I can't say I noticed vibration.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I didn't notice anything untoward....but then I didn't go on the motorway much!

[@tomg8636]

Hey TMF, enjoyed the video, i'm not sure that camera on the windscreen is great when looking through your helmet cam, its right in your (the viewers) line of vision for the road, makes me a litte dizzy as i keep trying to look round it, ha! but great vid as always.

[@ianjames2111]

Thank you for the great reviews. If you could only own one bike out of the street triple or this tiger 900 which would you choose?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If I could only have one of these as my only bike - the Tiger hands down.....

[@ianjames2111]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Iv got the street which I love but I’m planning on swapping it for the 900, I did take it for a test ride and I loved that too but worried I’d miss the street. Thanks for replying and helping me make the decision😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No problem...

[@brendanmcgirr6710]

great video did you have a problems with putting the centre stand down clipping the rear passenger foot rest knocking out the C clip on ?