What an enjoyable review to listen to, you speak clear and not too fast, love how you go over the bike so we the consumer can see what the bike looks like, and most important you don't add any annoying music. Thank you!
Been riding this bike for just over a year. 12 thousand Km in the Austrian Alps and Italian Dolomites. Can’t fault it really. I make multi camera videos of most of my trips and I have rented many other models around the world as part of that. The Tiger triple engine is the only one that doesn’t give me vibration problems with mounted cameras. Also has the best wind protection of any bike I’ve ridden. Can ride at any speed with visor open in a bubble of calm 😁👍
I have the 2019 XRT in matte cobalt blue and I love it. It’s my second Tiger 800, my first being a 2012, and there’s a significant difference. Those 200 improvements are noticeable especially in the engine (smoother and perfect fueling), ergonomics and suspension. My only complaints would be what they fixed for the 2020 900 GT which are the front brake calipers, seat shape, and rear suspension adjustment. They also added a quick shifter/blipper which I’m surprised wasn’t offered for 2018. I think the torque is very good, better than a 4cyl certainly. Above 3000rpm the midrange is strong. Apparently the new 900 engine, with a new firing order and crank angle, has significantly more torque.
Cows were smiling since this Tiger aint gonna eat them for lunch ! - great review again - i actually went to Triump dealer and Sit on this and also RS - Now have to decide -
Hi there, a good honest review. I test rode this in August and found it a great bike. Like you said it is light and a lower ride all pluses in my book too!! The only downsides for me was the screen and the heat coming from the engine burning the bum!! Will be having another test ride in August next year as the bike I have will be going back as the finance is up!just subbed you. Keep up the great reviews atb Colin
Hello, now I own t120, but I decided to change the class. I want a more versatile motorcycle, more convenient for medium and long journeys. I look at the 800 XRT, but many scare the lack of traction from low revs. Nevertheless, I realized that you liked 800 xrt and the whole bike was good. I also looked at the Tracer 900, but I am more inclined to the Tiger, despite the lesser power. Thanks for the reviews, I always try to watch (I use a translator) ...)))
I have watched both this and the BMW 750GS reviews. I like your style and informative way of expressing yourself. I would like your view on a direct comparison between the two bikes please. I have an R1200RT SE with all the whistles on but I am getting older and like you I want less weight,(On the bike!). so I have whittled down to the two I have mentioned but seriously stuck on choosing. Can you help?
Hi Leon, thank you! Yes I'm starting to become more and more like you, why handle the weight if I don't have too? Both bikes are nice and they are within around 5kg wet weight of each other, I think the 800 is around 218kg and the 750 around 222kg...if my memory serves me correctly. The BMW is more weight but I remember when I rode those two bikes around the same time last fall and thinking that the BMW felt lighter, it probably has to do with where it carries the weight. The Tiger has more wind protection but you can get plenty of after market screens for the BMW. Also and this is what would be a deal breaker for me with the Tiger 800, the motor does not have much down low torque. That is because the 800 motor comes from the 675cc which was made for street/sport riding, yes the hp and torque are there, you just have to keep the revs up in order to have them, whereas the BMW's new 853cc motor that the 750 has (yea, calling a 853cc motor a 750 is interesting enough) sorry I digress, BUT the nice thing about this motor is it has lots of torque down low in the rev range. So as far as riding, the BMW is more relaxed than the Triumph. Don't have to shift as much but the quick shifter is better on the Triumph, lol, so I can go back and forth all day like this...lol. I like the looks of the Triumph more so than the BMW too. LOL! The best thing you can do is to take each one for a test ride and see which one speaks to your heart. And then none of the things I listed above matter. This is how I chose between the Aprilia Tuono and KTM Super Duke R 4 years ago, I chose the SDR and have never regretted it :) Good luck, ride safe, Scott
Very nice review! How do you compare this "middle weight" ADV to the 1250gs or KTM 1290 SAS for commuting and city traffic? Someone that will use a bike for everyday riding and also for travel on weekends and holiday, which class is the best?
Hi Rodrigo, thank you! Size is one of those things that one can get used to, but every day, day in and day out commuting is where size starts to wear on one and that is where the middle weight bikes will be easier over time. At least that is how I feel about it, I commute on a KTM 1290 SDR, so it's not so big but I know guys that do commute on big ADV bikes, rain or shine...so it's really a matter that is up to the individual, do you want to handle a big bike everyday or not. I personally do not want to do that every day...so I don't. The 800 Tiger is a good light weight bike but in the new KTM 790 Adventure will be out next month and I will be doing a review on it, very soon. That bike is even lighter, probably some where around 185kg, so wait for that before you pull the trigger on buying the a bike.
@@NothingToProve Amazing bike the SDR, great taste!That's one of my dream bikes. The thing is that I can only have one bike. Now I drive a supermoto everyday which is perfect for that job. However the lack of wind protection, comfort and luggage make it not suitable for travel, a thing that I would like to do more often and cover big distances. I would do 90% of pavement (everyday commute and most weekend rides) and maybe 10% offroad, when I have the chance. But I still want to have that capability on my future ADV bike, freedom of riding a bike for me cannot end where the road ends. So I am towards a 19 inch front wheel and enough ground clearance. That's why I ask your opinion about the tiger 800 vs the big 1200's category (r1250gs and ktm 1290 SAS, the two rivals for me). If you have some extra advice for me it would be great! And thank you for your patience asking my comments! Cheers
Hi Rodrigo, hmm...it really depends on you, do you want that extra weight or not? Wet weights(gas tank full) = 250kg, vs. 238kg vs. 218kg. or even the 790 Adventure @ around 203kg. So the big ADV, 250kg vs. 238kg or the middle weights ADV 218kg vs. 203kg. Probably the best compromise is the middle weight ADV. especially if you are doing commuting. But if you don't mind the weight and the price, the 1250GS would do everything you want and do it well. But for most people, price does matter (me included) and the weight does too, and power is not everything, and for these 3 things, commuting, trips, and off-road, I'd look at the middle weights: 800 Tiger or 790 Adv.
@@NothingToProve The ktm 790 is very light but the thing is that even the normal version runs on 21" front wheel, which will compromise road performance in twisties! Maybe they will do a more road focus variant one day. The bmw 850 is the same problem and it's heavy, the 700 will have an average performance.. On paper the weight difference is noticeable but everyone says that once we get the bike moving it disappears. I just don't want to feel like I have to struggle with a monster everyday I go to work, don't want it to be tiring after some couple of days. I want a flickable ADV bike ( I know I am asking too much and It's always a compromise..) I do care about the price, they are all very expensive but if I buy something and I feel is worth it I will be satisfied, I love motorcycles. Thank you for your feedback, it's important to get it from someone that has more experience than me and had ridden all those bikes!
Hi Skip, well, first of all they are two different bikes. 800 will do some off-road, XR = no off-road. XR has a focus on SPORT-adv-touring, the XRt focus on middle-weight adv touring. So really depends on what you are looking for? Also the XR is a tall bike, if you are not tall, then you probably will not like it. Power, the XR has almost double the power, so you can see the focus on sport there. The XRt is simply a good road middle weight adv touring bike. The XR is really a different bike, made for the guy that wants to ride in comfort like an adv bike but still have the performance of a sport bike. Hope this helps, cheers, Scott
Hi thanks for another great honest review: it’s appreciated; so if i understand well : Triumph Tiger 800 XR...XRT are great motorcycles, but you still prefer the BMW F750GS. So you would buy the F750GS full equip instead of this Tiger 800 XRT. Am i right? Thanks; Live long, Ride Safe & Prosper 🖖🏻
Hi Trekky, well, that is not just a yes or no question, there are some considerations before one can come to a conclusion. If I am going to do any off-road, the it's no question, the 750GS is the better choice, suspension and low down torque, but if no off-road then it is a very hard question to answer, since they are both, in my humble opinion, equal on the street, with each having their own pluses and minuses, it would come down to a decision of the heart and not the logical mind. As so often is the reason buying one bike over the other. The XRt really shines on the street with that triple wine and exhaust sound and the chassis so stable and solid int he corners, I believe it is a little better than the 750GS, but just by a hair and only when you push it to track day levels that you notice the difference. If the XRt had more torque and that torque were to be lower in the rev range, then it would be hands down the XRt but it's not, hence the difficult decision. I guess I'd buy the 1090, LOL! STILL! Untill the 790 Adventure comes out next year...hehe.
Hi Philip, thank you! Both pieces come with the XRt model. So no, they were not added, it came like that from the factory, along with the Arrow Silencer. The XRt is the highest spec"d model you can get. Cheers from Germany!
I test drove an XRt here in the U.S. Its a beautiful machine. It doesn't have those parts as stock items. And the Triumph website we access here doesn't show them either. They only appear on the XCa model. Regardless its an awesome motorcycle and plan to purchase one.
Recently bought a XRt in Texas. Came with the skid plate and I purchased the engine guard and fuel tank guard separate. The XCa only comes with the lower guard in the US. All dealerships can provide this.
Nothingtoprove has a very generous dealer for the XRT to include Arrow can, Alloy sump guard and Engine bars unless the specification varies from country to country. A good honest review, however.
The options/features varies from country to country. Everything that came on the bike I reviewed came that way, I asked the dealership before I started the review.
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What an enjoyable review to listen to, you speak clear and not too fast, love how you go over the bike so we the consumer can see what the bike looks like, and most important you don't add any annoying music. Thank you!
wow I discovered your channel today and suprised how high quality your videos are. You definetely deserve millions of subscribers.
Thank you Dogu!
Been riding this bike for just over a year. 12 thousand Km in the Austrian Alps and Italian Dolomites. Can’t fault it really. I make multi camera videos of most of my trips and I have rented many other models around the world as part of that. The Tiger triple engine is the only one that doesn’t give me vibration problems with mounted cameras. Also has the best wind protection of any bike I’ve ridden. Can ride at any speed with visor open in a bubble of calm 😁👍
I have the 2019 XRT in matte cobalt blue and I love it. It’s my second Tiger 800, my first being a 2012, and there’s a significant difference. Those 200 improvements are noticeable especially in the engine (smoother and perfect fueling), ergonomics and suspension. My only complaints would be what they fixed for the 2020 900 GT which are the front brake calipers, seat shape, and rear suspension adjustment. They also added a quick shifter/blipper which I’m surprised wasn’t offered for 2018. I think the torque is very good, better than a 4cyl certainly. Above 3000rpm the midrange is strong. Apparently the new 900 engine, with a new firing order and crank angle, has significantly more torque.
I got the same bike mate! congratulations. This is my first bike (ever) and love it.
Good job Triumph! 😀😀 Thanks, nice video 👍
Good job Triumph 🎉
I took one of these out for a test ride, it's got loads of low down torque, will pick up from 20mph in 4th gear no problem
I got the xrx - the bike is great - I love it but oh please if I hear "good job Triumph " one more time, I'm going to blow a gasket
It's a good thing gasket's are cheep.
“good job Triumph “
@@NothingToProve Cheap wrere
LOVE THE XCA !!!
Cows were smiling since this Tiger aint gonna eat them for lunch ! - great review again - i actually went to Triump dealer and Sit on this and also RS - Now have to decide -
Get both. :)
Hi there, a good honest review. I test rode this in August and found it a great bike. Like you said it is light and a lower ride all pluses in my book too!! The only downsides for me was the screen and the heat coming from the engine burning the bum!! Will be having another test ride in August next year as the bike I have will be going back as the finance is up!just subbed you. Keep up the great reviews atb
Colin
I think Triumph did a good job ;-) I do like your calm voice and your nice review with nice video quality.
Good Job Harry! LOL!
Hello, now I own t120, but I decided to change the class. I want a more versatile motorcycle, more convenient for medium and long journeys. I look at the 800 XRT, but many scare the lack of traction from low revs. Nevertheless, I realized that you liked 800 xrt and the whole bike was good. I also looked at the Tracer 900, but I am more inclined to the Tiger, despite the lesser power. Thanks for the reviews, I always try to watch (I use a translator) ...)))
I would love to see you do a review of the Yamaha Tracer 900
Riken
Good job mate 👍
I have watched both this and the BMW 750GS reviews. I like your style and informative way of expressing yourself. I would like your view on a direct comparison between the two bikes please. I have an R1200RT SE with all the whistles on but I am getting older and like you I want less weight,(On the bike!). so I have whittled down to the two I have mentioned but seriously stuck on choosing. Can you help?
Hi Leon, thank you! Yes I'm starting to become more and more like you, why handle the weight if I don't have too? Both bikes are nice and they are within around 5kg wet weight of each other, I think the 800 is around 218kg and the 750 around 222kg...if my memory serves me correctly. The BMW is more weight but I remember when I rode those two bikes around the same time last fall and thinking that the BMW felt lighter, it probably has to do with where it carries the weight. The Tiger has more wind protection but you can get plenty of after market screens for the BMW. Also and this is what would be a deal breaker for me with the Tiger 800, the motor does not have much down low torque. That is because the 800 motor comes from the 675cc which was made for street/sport riding, yes the hp and torque are there, you just have to keep the revs up in order to have them, whereas the BMW's new 853cc motor that the 750 has (yea, calling a 853cc motor a 750 is interesting enough) sorry I digress, BUT the nice thing about this motor is it has lots of torque down low in the rev range. So as far as riding, the BMW is more relaxed than the Triumph. Don't have to shift as much but the quick shifter is better on the Triumph, lol, so I can go back and forth all day like this...lol. I like the looks of the Triumph more so than the BMW too. LOL!
The best thing you can do is to take each one for a test ride and see which one speaks to your heart. And then none of the things I listed above matter. This is how I chose between the Aprilia Tuono and KTM Super Duke R 4 years ago, I chose the SDR and have never regretted it :)
Good luck, ride safe, Scott
Hi , nice review. What do you think about multistrada vs tiger 800 xrt? I have no plan to ride off road. Txx.
Very nice review! How do you compare this "middle weight" ADV to the 1250gs or KTM 1290 SAS for commuting and city traffic? Someone that will use a bike for everyday riding and also for travel on weekends and holiday, which class is the best?
Hi Rodrigo, thank you!
Size is one of those things that one can get used to, but every day, day in and day out commuting is where size starts to wear on one and that is where the middle weight bikes will be easier over time. At least that is how I feel about it, I commute on a KTM 1290 SDR, so it's not so big but I know guys that do commute on big ADV bikes, rain or shine...so it's really a matter that is up to the individual, do you want to handle a big bike everyday or not. I personally do not want to do that every day...so I don't. The 800 Tiger is a good light weight bike but in the new KTM 790 Adventure will be out next month and I will be doing a review on it, very soon. That bike is even lighter, probably some where around 185kg, so wait for that before you pull the trigger on buying the a bike.
@@NothingToProve Amazing bike the SDR, great taste!That's one of my dream bikes. The thing is that I can only have one bike. Now I drive a supermoto everyday which is perfect for that job. However the lack of wind protection, comfort and luggage make it not suitable for travel, a thing that I would like to do more often and cover big distances. I would do 90% of pavement (everyday commute and most weekend rides) and maybe 10% offroad, when I have the chance. But I still want to have that capability on my future ADV bike, freedom of riding a bike for me cannot end where the road ends.
So I am towards a 19 inch front wheel and enough ground clearance. That's why I ask your opinion about the tiger 800 vs the big 1200's category (r1250gs and ktm 1290 SAS, the two rivals for me). If you have some extra advice for me it would be great! And thank you for your patience asking my comments! Cheers
Hi Rodrigo, hmm...it really depends on you, do you want that extra weight or not? Wet weights(gas tank full) = 250kg, vs. 238kg vs. 218kg. or even the 790 Adventure @ around 203kg. So the big ADV, 250kg vs. 238kg or the middle weights ADV 218kg vs. 203kg. Probably the best compromise is the middle weight ADV. especially if you are doing commuting. But if you don't mind the weight and the price, the 1250GS would do everything you want and do it well. But for most people, price does matter (me included) and the weight does too, and power is not everything, and for these 3 things, commuting, trips, and off-road, I'd look at the middle weights: 800 Tiger or 790 Adv.
and forgot the BMW F 750/850 GS...too.
@@NothingToProve The ktm 790 is very light but the thing is that even the normal version runs on 21" front wheel, which will compromise road performance in twisties! Maybe they will do a more road focus variant one day. The bmw 850 is the same problem and it's heavy, the 700 will have an average performance..
On paper the weight difference is noticeable but everyone says that once we get the bike moving it disappears. I just don't want to feel like I have to struggle with a monster everyday I go to work, don't want it to be tiring after some couple of days. I want a flickable ADV bike ( I know I am asking too much and It's always a compromise..)
I do care about the price, they are all very expensive but if I buy something and I feel is worth it I will be satisfied, I love motorcycles.
Thank you for your feedback, it's important to get it from someone that has more experience than me and had ridden all those bikes!
Hi ya can you tell me what did u prefer the the triumph 800 or the bmw 1000xr
Hi Skip, well, first of all they are two different bikes. 800 will do some off-road, XR = no off-road. XR has a focus on SPORT-adv-touring, the XRt focus on middle-weight adv touring. So really depends on what you are looking for? Also the XR is a tall bike, if you are not tall, then you probably will not like it. Power, the XR has almost double the power, so you can see the focus on sport there. The XRt is simply a good road middle weight adv touring bike. The XR is really a different bike, made for the guy that wants to ride in comfort like an adv bike but still have the performance of a sport bike.
Hope this helps, cheers, Scott
Hi thanks for another great honest review: it’s appreciated; so if i understand well : Triumph Tiger 800 XR...XRT are great motorcycles, but you still prefer the BMW F750GS. So you would buy the F750GS full equip instead of this Tiger 800 XRT. Am i right?
Thanks; Live long, Ride Safe & Prosper 🖖🏻
Hi Trekky, well, that is not just a yes or no question, there are some considerations before one can come to a conclusion. If I am going to do any off-road, the it's no question, the 750GS is the better choice, suspension and low down torque, but if no off-road then it is a very hard question to answer, since they are both, in my humble opinion, equal on the street, with each having their own pluses and minuses, it would come down to a decision of the heart and not the logical mind. As so often is the reason buying one bike over the other. The XRt really shines on the street with that triple wine and exhaust sound and the chassis so stable and solid int he corners, I believe it is a little better than the 750GS, but just by a hair and only when you push it to track day levels that you notice the difference. If the XRt had more torque and that torque were to be lower in the rev range, then it would be hands down the XRt but it's not, hence the difficult decision. I guess I'd buy the 1090, LOL! STILL! Untill the 790 Adventure comes out next year...hehe.
NothingToProve : thanks a lot for taking the time & words needed to answer & explain well; it’s very appreciated; cheers from Montreal.
Nice Review. Been checking out this bike but never saw the rt model with that skid plate and engine guard. Did you add that?
Hi Philip, thank you! Both pieces come with the XRt model. So no, they were not added, it came like that from the factory, along with the Arrow Silencer. The XRt is the highest spec"d model you can get.
Cheers from Germany!
I test drove an XRt here in the U.S. Its a beautiful machine. It doesn't have those parts as stock items. And the Triumph website we access here doesn't show them either. They only appear on the XCa model. Regardless its an awesome motorcycle and plan to purchase one.
Yea, they do that, different options for different countries. :(
Recently bought a XRt in Texas. Came with the skid plate and I purchased the engine guard and fuel tank guard separate. The XCa only comes with the lower guard in the US. All dealerships can provide this.
Nothingtoprove has a very generous dealer for the XRT to include Arrow can, Alloy sump guard and Engine bars unless the specification varies from country to country. A good honest review, however.
Would have been funner if the cows approved a Versys.
Many features you point out aren’t standard on the XRT (engine guard, lower engine aluminum shield, and Arrow exhaust).
The options/features varies from country to country. Everything that came on the bike I reviewed came that way, I asked the dealership before I started the review.
10 thousand, i dont give more for it
OMG the engine sounds absolutely terrible