Triumph Tiger 900 | The GOOD & BAD Top 5

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

I've been riding bikes for 40 years now, and these bikes are proof that there's never been a better time to be a motorcyclist....utterly spoilt for choice.

[@davidhall39]

Good review and very valid comments. However, I would add to the five dislikes the the gaping hole in the ear fender, which has no purpose. It allows all the crap from the rear wheel to go straight through and cover the rear light. I blanked mine off with a piece of flexible plastic held in position with "No Nails" adhesive. Problem solved!

[@adambudge9686]

Good review as always LCR. I'm considering purchasing one of these for commuting and touring. Just wanted to point out that the bike also has an IMU so lean sensitive ABS/TC is included. Didn't hear that on your commentary so thought I'd just add that. Great work, keep em' coming.

[@Mikethebike1959]

I’m glad you’ve had a good experience dealing with Destination Triumph at Washington Chops But my experience with them has been the opposite ☹️ I had a test ride of a Triumph scrambler booked last year with them. I had to travel 30 miles to get there and when I did it wasn’t there.They had my number but didn’t bother to tell me. I asked them to let me know when they got it back in and they said they would but I never got back to me. So in my opinion their customer service is appalling and I wouldn’t go back there ☹️

[@thepab3072]

My next bike for sure. I can live with the 5 bad issues you came out with. I think the tail is perfect the way it is, it's an Adventure bike... It needs a good rear fender. The tail lamp has to clear luggage also

[@mikefrancais]

I just ordered mine in the old man burgundy with low suspension. Love your reviews, keep them coming.

[@kymstock1852]

If you use the kill switch to stop the bike briefly, do the settings still cancel? It doesn't on my 2015 800 XCx. Sitting on the bike for 6 hours or more, the seated upright position is great for your shoulders. Things I would want to improve over my 2015 model before I updated? 1) brittle front fender / too close to the tyre spacing wise on the lateral aspect. one jammed stone in the tyre side knobs rotates around and bang! 2) tank/ beak plastics break too easily without even crash damage ( use more enduro style plastic flex materials) 3) better gear spread with lower first and higher 6th gear ( addressed on 2018 model) 4) removable rear sub frame and detachable rear foot pegs ( addressed on this model?) 5) the handle bar position/ shape was too low and forward for standing up while riding. We all had to buy 2 inch Rox risers to fix this. Possibly not an issue for the road models. 6) the screens on 15--17 were crap/ noisy ineffective. I fitted a Madstad. 7) easier access to the air box. Fitting a Unifilter pre- filter to replace the induction snorkel is essential if you venture onto dirt. Swapping a turbine smooth motor for one with character ( vibes like a twin) and 10 % more torque; big decision to make! BTW I kept waiting for a kangaroo to jump out suddenly and knock you arse up. Now that is really adventure riding ( brown pants moments)

[@redleadervfr-v4906]

Another fantastic review on this Triumph Tiger 900 GT. thank you young man

[@jeffandrews6225]

Was regretting buying my GSA during the top 5 likes, then felt much better after your 5 dislikes, seriously i think BMW and Honda should be worried, will seriously consider one of these when i buy my next bike. Good video👍

[@Spad562]

Yep rode the 1250GS and the Multistarda Enduro and settled on the 900 Rally Pro from my 1200 Explorer couldn't be happier.

[@sathishrao7926]

To each his own ! I consider Africa twins’ white/blue/red color scheme to be a little too flashy and gaudy.. and I like the subtlety of Tiger’s new color scheme and for the first time I’m falling in love with Advs !

[@k9fgdg]

I'm a "die hard" Tiger owner. 800 XCa and love it...JUST traded up to the new Rally Pro...Love it. even more.

[@suppersready4you]

Great review Chops as always! Just honest! Thumbs up

[@samiam5326]

Bit all over the place in this video chops, but still an enjoyable watch. Was keen on the Tiger 900 till I saw things like the dash, etc. Don't think I'll even bother to test ride one. Looking forward to when you can ride the F900XR as I really value your opinion. Stay safe.

[@deanharris9331]

Another great review summary again Chops 🙂👍

[@stuartrobson5265]

I've just bought the 2022 triumph 900gt pro...test rode it and can't fault it...my last bike was a 2005R1 so when it comes to a sporter feel that's something I was not expecting from this type of bike and obviously I wasn't expecting it. But the riding style of this bike has no affect on my smiles. Its comfortable and that's better than any sport bike and I found the gt pro really fun.

[@Spad562]

Ok great review. I picked up my Rally Pro on Wednesday the 10th so feel that I'm a little qualified to comment on your comments. Traded in my 2015 1200 Explorer on it. I totally agree with all your top 5's, except I'm loving the 21" front wheel the bike handles amazingly well on the black stuff. No off road just yet but have already clocked up 750km, so still running her in. Colour I chose is Khaki the only colour IMHO. The top 5 negatives are very personal and non bother me. There are 4 different screen layouts and you can have a very visible RPM counter on the side by side screen, however all others have the option of what is displayed on the TFT, it's very customisable. My only gripe would be that the rear brake lever needs to extend out a little further as I've missed it a couple of times, mainly with the big Sidi Adv boots on. Just love the engine, great sound and so responsive, it's just a really fun bike to ride. Not even missing the 1200 as I thought I would and I did 60,000km on it so I knew it pretty well. It was boring in comparison. I really at this stage can't fault the bike. I'm so pleased with the purchase. Also that tiny little windscreen does and outstanding job, I get breeze but no buffering at all, I'm 5'11". The engine heat is a thing of the past, the 1200 was so bloody hot, I won't miss that. Lesson learned is you do not need a 1200cc adventure bike, the 900 is so much better in almost every aspect of what you need out of this style of bike. One very happy triumph owner...

[@LambChopRides]

Great to hear it's a fantastic bike 👍👍 enjoy her

[@chrishart8548]

The dealers push the 1200 tiger over the 800/900 I found. Guess is it more money. The 1200 was a much better spec than the 800 back then

[@nickbetts2244]

Great review. I'm test riding one on Saturday. Can't wait to be honest, first adventure bike experience after a life on sports bikes and naked. I looked at the demo bike in the dealership and the build quality seems really good. I believe Triumph are bringing more and more manufacturing back to the UK in the future, so it's great to be able to support a British manufacturer without having to make any excuses or accept any compromises. 👍

[@gerardconway2861]

Best sound I've heard on a 900 vid. Well done.

[@koshtie]

Hi Chops you made me laugh with this video, having those senior moments with your tops five's, do love the illuminated switch gear, why they couldn't have put that on the street triple i will never know??? & yes the new dash & rev counter a bit fisher price? ATB Wayne.

[@oldtimer3824]

Watched this Tiger 900 vid right after your Africa Twin vid and you seemed much more excited about the Africa Twin!!

[@36moto]

Really looking forward to a run out on this little “900cc” Beastie... great vid lcr

[@louisajackson4976]

A great review which kept me entertained right to the end. Now to have a go on the real thing - can't wait! 😊

[@christopherdevries1969]

It seems the bike isn’t the only one with a memory off a goldfish 😂😂😂. Good review Chops, as always. And can you please implement a code word for the GS? Something like the Thing or the unmentionable. 👍👍👍

[@LambChopRides]

Haha yes I almost flashed that on the screen but forgot 😂😂

[@christopherdevries1969]

Lamb Chop Rides 😂👍

[@dardobartoli]

@@LambChopRides oh the irony

[@blackskunk9034]

Adventure and Dementia

[@marcjohnson7734]

Best 5 negatives I've ever heard....as not 1 would bother me for a milli second👌

[@Bredaxe]

That exhaust note sounds really meaty. I also like that Triumph is keeping their prices down. I wish they made them in the UK also, but look at us here in the US and what Harley's cost. You have to sell a kidney to buy a Harley these days.

[@ajojoseph6052]

17:54 Looks like you had to try very hard to come up with the 5 items. A tail tidy?? The Tiger is an ADV not a sexy street bike. I haven't seen many trying to look pretty. The raw and unfinished nature of the ADV is its charm.

[@Speedytrip]

Nice review! Almost sounds like an Africa Twin, curious to give it a try. For the starting with clutch, as long as I can remember Triumph have been like that, to the point where now I always hold the clutch when starting bikes, regardless of the brand hehe

[@andrewedmond7738]

Terrific points brought out in the open. thanks mate.

[@benmorris1968]

My best is the screen, worst is the gear ratio's are too close. First is too tall, making take off's more difficult than they need to be and 6th gear could be a bit less revvy at 100km/hr.

[@dardobartoli]

Give me comfort every day thank you

[@MattSwain1]

I’ve got a new Street Triple RS and have the same gripe about the rev counter, overall the display is lovely and clear but a simple sweeping rev counter would be so much better. Oh and I’ve ordered myself one of those phone mounts 👍

[@saintetienne755]

Excellent !! Love that you are as forgetful as me LOL Keep that up - it makes me feel normal. Cheers

[@cpuuk]

Here's a question: Tell me why I want a T900 against why I would want a Africa Twin- what am I looking for?

[@JasdeepPannu]

@Quinn Dang which one is the better bike of the two price not being a consideration? and i mean the ATAS vs Rally Pro

[@JasdeepPannu]

Thanks Quinn sounds like the Tiger it is

[@jamierutherford1317]

Quinn Dan

[@_Snikerz]

Just used your Ultimate addons code, Thanks for that. Also great informative review coming from an old 800 rider. Cant wait to rest ride one as I'm going to a launch event next week.

[@LambChopRides]

Great stuff Pete glad it was useful 👍

[@tonydare7614]

Great review. Just ordered mine in Paris in old man burgundy too. Will miss my Ducati scrambler but really looking forward to the Triumph😊

[@LambChopRides]

Enjoy Tony 👍

[@SickBikeDude]

Ive always thought the colors were boring on the Tiger . The ATAS 1100 is just fun to look at with its gold, red, white and blue. The Tigers colors are getting better but not quite there yet.

[@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134]

“I’m not launching a nuclear missile Triumph” 🤣

[@kamarijason8503]

i know I'm pretty off topic but do anybody know of a good website to watch newly released movies online ?

[@davidhardstaff8110]

Had a rally pro for 5 weeks now. Only complaint is very vague front end when loaded up with luggage or pillion. Only other thing is lack of power compared to my gsxs, but then I shouldn't be comparing them.

[@berniebne8243]

I ride on unsealed roads & would be interested in the Rally version. I agree with you about most of your points. Especially about the inability to change to and from off-road modes on the fly. In reality, you often just leave the bike in the off-road mode if the asphalt section is only 5 or 10 km. Which isn't the safest way of doing things & defeats Triumph's reasoning. I'm an old fart and 6'4" and don't want to wrap myself around a sports bike anymore so I'm happy with the riding position and agree with you about the weight. I often don't see other vehicles for several hours, say Birmingham to Bournemouth, and have to be able to pick the bike up myself. I don't like the fact that the WP suspension has gone but not having ridden the bike I haven't got a fixed opinion. I lowered the gearing on my tiger by 1 tooth on the front sprocket to get more grunt at low revs which worked so I believe that the new crank would have a similar effect & more torque low down would be a good thing. Manufacturers don't provide bikes out of the box that are ready for adventure riding most need more crash bars better bash plates & things like indicators that need moving out of harm's way. Thoughtful review thank you & sorry for prattling on.

[@Keyser_Soze739]

Big thank you for sharing your thoughts. Some of you dislikes are actually likes for me, others i don’t care about. Took me 6 months of comparing to decide my next bike was going to be the Tiger 1200. And now there is this. I can start all over again 😬

[@Banditmanuk]

Looks a big improvement over the old model. As far as the bike being made in Thailand, I made a vid about this and have been totally amazed at how many people have said they are never buying a Triumph again for not now doing volume manufacturing in Hinckley.

[@michaelwright4525]

White, black, matte blue, matte army-green I find boring. I like the matte cobalt blue on the 1200. But this dark red gets 5 Stars from me. A gorgeous color! Thanks for the great review!

[@SpirosGlykas]

I totally agree with the colours. What about ground clearance? I mean, I know this is no sportsbike, but the previous one dragged its pegs quite easily. What about this puppy? Great review

[@ALL-gr4gu]

You’re the King 🤴🐯 🙌

[@OHMMoto]

I was moaning about the ultimate add ons being expensive but bought one anyway and missed out on your discount!! Lol

[@RutgerSmets]

Thanks for the video Mr Chops! And yeah, 900 being middleweight seems a bit odd. Can't wait for the Rocket III to become a middleweight hahaha

[@gamekeeper687]

Generally agree with everything you said being a triumph tech and ridden them a fair bit now, the tail tidy thing though no adventure bike has a tail tidy due to crud and rain spray from the back tyre.

[@petermcgarva7207]

Thanks for the 5 negatives , I agree with the first three . Think I’ll go look at the 1290 SAS

[@ShineBright__]

Really good review ! I m looking for the new tiger 1200 pretty much exact the same thing but bigger

[@RedlineRossi]

The bike has the memory of a lamb chop. I wished triumph had done 19-inch spoked wheels for the GT pro. Might have tipped me over the edge to get one. You're so right about the paint jobs too. Only the green version is the one to go for.

[@LambChopRides]

Haha yeah it does 😂

[@peetee49]

Great review as always,

[@ragerider6283]

Interesting review. I'll be interested to see how the new V-Strom 1050 compares to this as they appear to be in the same class. Any chance Mr Suzuki will let you try one in the not too distant future. Also I don't feel comfortable saying I love you back yet. I'm very fond of you but it's too soon so let's see how it goes. ; )

[@shawngreenwood7825]

Ya, my dealer cancelled his 2020 orders because in Northern Ontario Canada sales have dropped off. Can't believe it. Please see about the new 1050 v-strom.

[@lynsmith1096]

Another great video Lamb Chop

[@roberthall1437]

Mr Chops. Loved the video and commentary. SatNav paraphrase " You didn't tell me there were lakes". This bike is a modern classic for the oldish man 55+. Its got all the bells and whistles and a fantastic price. I do agree with you about the TFT tacho it's confusing. Triumph can do better than that.

[@fionacohen1172]

Great video again Your memory is as good as the Tiger 🐯. Few months ago I have tested the tiger 800 and notice quite heat coming from the engine to my legs hence the reason I didn’t buy one .have you notice that on the new tiger i wonder???

[@Desmo904]

I'm wondering if the traction control turning ON after restart is something to do with Euro Regulations perhaps? Also, could be a legal thing. Avoids someone sueing them if they come off because they didn't realise the TC turns OFF and stays off when you restart? Maybe, who knows. I'd love one though! Great bike. The only thing I don't like is the TFT screen layout. GS has that sorted!

[@PennsylvaniaDualSport]

That new firing order sounds sooo much better. Normally their triples sound like a sewing machine which I can’t get behind. Thank you for the review

[@mrsuperduke6684]

Great review Chops👍....not my kinda bike but looks like triumph have got a winner there. Saying that do like the triumph 1200 low seat bike which i sat on at both bike shows👍👍....but no old enough yet for this type of bike!!!🤣🤣🤣👍

[@garryr2589]

Thanks for an honest review I’m looking at the triumph tiger as my first adventure bike, the rider settings would be a bit of a piss off as I will be riding on and off road. Could Triumph do a system upgrade to keep your settings?

[@ironmanmichael]

I do believe the new model does remember settings generally, for 15 mins. If you leave it parked in gear and could start without pulling the clutch, it could surge forward and run your mate over. 😀

[@dannyracer25]

Brilliant 2nd video Chops 👌 more please .thanks from Danny

[@pistolpete6321]

Great video, looks like a solid motorcycle!

[@bobz1736]

Live your reviews - informative and entertaining 😎

[@karlosh9286]

No keyless ignition. That's a plus point !

[@Phil480]

Very good sir! I always find it hard to find things I don't like, but yes, so annoying having to hold the clutch in! Not as bad as the ER6 though, with that you had to hold the clutch in and be in neutral. That caught me out a few times when stopped at level crossings.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Phil! Yes these bikes are so good you have to nitpick to find negatives really. My biggest annoyance with all the Trumpets is the turning on and off losing settings. It's hardly a major problem though haha, as I say nitpicking

[@Britishshooter]

Re everything switching off, one solution would be that when you restart the screen reminds you of all functions that are engaged so you can keep them or turn them off. Is that red burgandy (dark red)? It looks bright Ducati red to me, must be the video distorting the colour.

[@Blase778]

I tested it today and agree that it's basically impossible to read revs when riding.

[@stevebolton8471]

Rode the base 2020 Africa Twin last week. Handling is amazingly good with the 21" front wheel. Don't understand the whole quickshifter/autoblipper business, better to go full auto with DCT.

[@stephenchapman8344]

Great review. Not enough improvements by Triumph to urge me to upgrade my 2018 Tiger.

[@marklloyd4153]

I like the color . Great video loads of fun

[@davidarmitage7147]

Enjoyed your review Lamb Chop, it's good to be getting feedback from someone who has spent a bit more time on the new Tiger. Couple of questions: Do you have any idea if the GT Pro would be a good bike for taking a pillion on - obviously I will try that out on a test ride, but wondered if you have any thoughts on this? Is that the AGV AX-9 helmet you're wearing, and how would you rate that? Is it quiet or noisy over say 40 mph - I can't hear too much wind noise through your comm system? Also your voice comes over really well - what is the comm system - is it a Senna set up, and how would you rate that? Was it easy enough to fit the speakers into the helmet? Thanks a lot for your reviews always informative and entertaining - I finally got round to subscribing.

[@HJM1974]

Nice camera angles Chops. I can’t wait to get my 🐅 GT Pro next week 😀. Love the Street RS but that suspension is brutal on British roads. Looking forward to a plush comfortable ride 👍

[@patgreenerides]

What do you think of it?, now you've had it a couple of months.. Had a demo of the Gt Pro (but not for long enough) noticed some vibration on the motorway.. Does this become irritating over long distances Many thanks

[@HJM1974]

Patrick Greene I have really enjoyed the bike thanks. Very comfortable and it has all the bells and whistles. The quick shifter is sublime. I have noticed some vibes but not enough to irritate me. Maybe you should give it another test ride 👍

[@atticzinke]

I hope Triumph watches this review and takes note of the bad points, especially - memorising the settings, bike colour schemes and display layout. I would also like to add the rear subframe to this list, which was left unpainted, it would look so much better in black. In fact on the Triumph site the white GT Pro is shown with a black subframe but they are still being produced in chrome as before. What I find realy annoying is that they got so much of it right and failed on some of the most obvious points. Such a shame.

[@LambChopRides]

👍👍

[@filippoavellino2499]

If you´re going to moan about a bike, then THAT´S how it´s done!!! LOL, really - well done and cheers for the vid. Off to try one of these in the next few days, with a view to swapping it for my Scrambler XE. Am I mad?

[@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff]

I dont see many tail tidy's on Adventure bikes, do you? Got to agree on the paintjobs, all a bit boring apart from the green.

[@DarinDaby]

It didn’t make the “Bad” list, but did you notice any issues with engine heat? I have a ‘17 and don’t have issues, but my wife has an ‘18 that throws off an uncomfortable amount. Hoping the split radiator helped.

[@LambChopRides]

No didnt notice that Darin but I did borrow it early in the season and again recently late in the season... but certainly didnt notice any excessive heat

[@1066Sussex]

Great reviews Chops

[@gavinfraser7784]

Great video but I agree with the colour but I suppose its to separate GT to Rally

[@guzz1jon]

Another good, (if slightly chaotic!) and informative video :-) I agree on on the looks/paint. I expressed my views about the look of Triumphs to a couple of their employees at one of their dealer open days many ( 18?) years ago. I got told that 'They were very proud of the understated styling of their bikes', which puzzled me. Surely appearances sell? You want to open your gagrage door and think 'Oh yeah' when you see your bike, don't you? I know I would if I owned the new Ducati 950s. I need to ride and see them both; unless you are going to test the Ducati - - - ?

[@devfaulter]

Helpful review thanks! What's the mobile holder you use? looks nice and solid.

[@petertaylor2148]

Great video.. I'm looking forward to test riding this bike .. my wife not so much !! Spending spending spending. 🤣🤣🤣💯

[@ninja636dac]

Hi Mr Chops As usual enjoyed vid. I’m interested in the bike and good to hear your thoughts. What is size of pillion seat - other half needs a good size to accommodate her ample curves!? The Insta 360 footage is growing on me but is it a coincidence you only appear to use when “making progress”...!!

[@LambChopRides]

I think the rear seat would be very comfortable. It's quite large but didn't test it myself 😂 glad the 360 footage is growing on you 👍

[@ninja636dac]

Lamb Chop Rides Noted, thanks Mr Chops.

[@HONMONSTER]

Chops one of your best reviews, you're sounding more professional every video. Ok, you lost it halfway through. Good video, Going to have a look at this bike on Saturday. Cheers

[@xpusostomos]

Forgetting your settings sounds like a deal breaker to me.

[@arabianjules]

Oooo and theres me thinking the BMW F900XR was for me...and you have made me wonder?....well maybe not ;)

[@chrishart8548]

Depends the xr has more power and wider tyres. Both the same style of bike otherwise

[@stanstevens6289]

I'd be interested to know, without going into great detail, if you had to choose between the Tiger 900 GT Pro or the BMW F750GS which one would you go for?

[@dennisalon7868]

Bwahahahaha! Best review of this bike! Made me laugh out loud through out! This is definitely my next bike right beside my Street Twin. Thanks for the review.

[@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134]

I’m getting an aftermarket quick shifter/blipper next month and I’m really hoping it’s going to be as good as this🤞

[@boxertrix2540]

Nice review, well done. There were a couple of things I didn't like about the review though. They were... er... hold on a mo'... it will come back to me... On a serious note tho' I tried using your LCR10 discount code on the UA site and get the message that "LCR10 discount code isn’t available to you right now". Any idea why?

[@LambChopRides]

Haha thanks 😂 Hmmm ok will check with them why it's not working.. thanks for pointing that out. It was yesterday 👍

[@johncaisley2729]

Nice r/v, Chops. Totally agree about the woeful tacho, but it didn't stop me putting a deposit on a Rally Pro! What UA mounting kit are you using there, please?

[@karlosh9286]

test rode on of these. I don't like the new crank and firing order. I'm comparing it to Street and Speed Triples. Both which I really like. It made it twin like. If I wanted a twin, I'd get a twin ( I have a Speed Twin and love it ). If I want a triple I want the extra smoothness over a twin. Hope Triumph don't do the same firing order on the upcoming Speed Triple.

[@jasonspollen8998]

So happy I watched this. Your dislikes really gave me a laugh. Especially as I thought they mostly were either positives or wouldn't bother me at all 😂 Cheers for the positive negatives 😉

[@LambChopRides]

Great to hear Jason 👍

[@nikoscosmos]

How easy is to reset the trip mileage on refueling? Like launching 3 Trident missiles or???

[@joshnnik]

Good review only marred by the "we don't want this" or "we don't like this Triumph", in the dislikes.. It's your personal view LCR so please substitute "we" for I.

[@at0m113]

I have the new Street Triple and you don't get used to the rev counter. I still find it still silly and hard to read. Really though, if you use your ears it's not a big deal and the rest of the bike (as this one is apparently) is fantastic.

[@RichDunn]

Yeah, coz British Racing Green '"isn't" for old-boys, right? 🤣

[@petewebb6952]

Number 1 dislike on your list is that “the bike forgets things” - lol not the only one judging by your lists... I’ve just put in an order for 2021. Good for all weather as you say and for two-up touring.

[@TOPSK2015]

“Got the memory of a goldfish”. A good one

[@toddmiller7167]

How did you find the engine heat on the legs? I rode a rally pro and as a taller guy found my knees were right in the hot air stream coming out the back of the radiators

[@LambChopRides]

Really didn't notice anything but was very cold...

[@gordonLP]

Hi LC, I've had my GT PRO for about a month now and agree with all your likes/dislikes, I would add another niggle, not serious but annoying and that is, why, WHY do Triumph insist on using a 19" CROSSPLY WITH NONE STANDARD size ( 100/90-19, Note -19 not -R19) as also used on the 800 (I had a 800 XRX for two years), both bike suffer from tramlining, although the 900 is not as bad as the 800. Apart from this, I think the 900GT PRO is a great bike and is certainly much better than my 800XRX, and given the equiment level is good (relatively) value compared to the Honda's and BMW. As you said, (and at 77yr's) its far more manageable to move around, I would also add another like, have you tried putting it on the centre stand? It's one of the easyiest I've ever used. Cheers, Gordon Waltham