2 Years Later... Things I Regret about my Triumph Tiger
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- Опубликовано: 25 июн 2024
- After doing a video on buying my 2023 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro two years ago, and a 10,000 mile review last year, you all had some questions that I thought I could answer with this video.
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That blue looks fantastic!! I just don't see how you hate it
Same. I love the blue.
Black bikes are a terrible idea.
@@mike17032 Brighter is better
Enough trouble either way not being seen by cars
@@mike17032 Totally black bikes should be banned. Or fined. On the contrary, all manufacturers nowadays charge more for some proper color painting. Shame....
You can see your odometer on the service/maintenance screen. I used to think you could only see it on startup to, but then found it there.
I was going to say that, also you can hide screens you don't use (Gopro for example) in the home menu
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I have the same bike. Same colour. I went from a Harley to 1200 Tiger to this 2023 900 Tiger. I love it. So far my favourite bike I’ve ridden.
At first I didn’t want the Blue, I wanted black. But like you said, not a lot of options.
I’ve actually grown to love the colour now. 🇨🇦
I found this out when I read the owner's manual but you shouldn't have to scroll thru screens to find something as basic as the odometer. What was Triumph thinking? The screen design is the one thing I don't like about mine. I guess Triumph has a cleaner screen design on the new one.
I suppose it's all relative. None of my bikes are what I would call comfortable after about 5 minutes of riding. I loved your video about riding the tail. I'm only about 45 min to an hour away and I hadn't been back since 2008. Your video inspired me to do a dragon run.
that face when revving your bike! It's what we all feel like when we rev ours 🤩
You should rev it with a scorpion exhaust. Very satisfying!
Just a two cents regarding the interface: it's a common issue in many, maaany places. You get an interface designed by someone who is not necessarily a rider and not always in a way that is user friendly.
Ride your ride, tell your story, enjoy every minute.
Thanks for your video Doodle, safe travels always, always look forward to your next Vlog
Thank you for your reviews/opinions/tips it’s very helpful in my decision on my next ride choice (especially as I’m short as well), and you’re exactly as your shirt says.
I've got the exact same bike and it's a really great all rounder. Comfortable, particle, good range, economical and decent preference.
I think this is the first time I heard that Doodle's inseam is 31" -- all this time the hook was that she was not just a new rider (back in the beginning) but that she was a short new rider -- but in what world is a 31" inseam short? I have a 25" inseam, for instance.
I showed this channel to my gf when she started riding. she is 5ft and has like a 24" inseam and she had a similar sentiment. Doodle isn't actually short. I'm a 5'6 male and have a 30in inseam. I wish my legs were as long as doodles haha. Maybe I'd be able to reach the ground on a tiger 900. I crossed it off my list cause I couldn't even tip toe
Right on! I don't understand how riders with 30" inseam or more consider themselves short.. They have way more leg length to tripod the bike in the event of an unexpected stopping situation. Riders with inseam under 26" can truly be called shorties 🤭
@@zakheyI think part of the reason we riders with a 31” inseam or below are seen as short riders is less to do about the bikes. Look at riding pants, good luck finding pairs that aren’t 32” or 34” inseams. I had to go with a “short” version of my current touring/wet/cold weather pants because of the inseam length.
I picked up the 2024 TIger 900 GT Aragon in the red, black and white two days ago.. I had a choice of colors, but I chose that one specifically because of that color scheme... It makes me smile every time I step into my garage.
Love how you just figure it out. Enjoy and stay safe!
Great review. And I agree, nothing better than a Triumph!
Great summary. We all weigh the pros and cons of our ponies and I'll be the first to admit noticing them the most on long trips. Love how passionate you are about repetitive practice sessions, something we all aspire to while rarely succeeding.
You were born to be in front of a camera. I seriously enjoy watching your videos. Great review, thank you.
thanks for the useful info. Appreciate your insights
Nice video keep up the good work Doodle
I just wanted to write to say I am an older rider (72) and have been riding motorcycles since I was 7. I currently have a Heritage Softail for the road, a Honda CRF300L for the dirt and built a racing mini bike over the winter between ski trips. I really, really enjoy your videos. I feel you are very easy to listen to and do a great job talking about skills and your progression as a rider. Please keep up the great job you do for a very long time
He shot his shot 😂
No bike is perfect, but with your great attitude and a few modifications, you can get pretty close! Thank you!
Nice. Haven't watched you in awhile. This was a great episode. It flowed so well. It makes me glad that you are still doing these videos. I didn't check the date.. I tried to compute your binary shirt in my head...... Didn't get very far.
Thanks for the honesty, it stands alone.
Good stuff Doodle!
Thank you for the track day info - I've been looking for something like this down in my neck of the woods for some time!
I have to live vicariously through youtubers right now as I recover from surgery to get my bicep tendon reattached. I won't get to ride until June\July! People think motorcycles are dangerous but moving a large tv is apparently where the real threat lies.
Tendons are the worst part of the body besides balls and teeth when it comes to damage. Tendons are so easy to tear and take decades to fully heal
I hear you. I currently have a torn meniscus in my knee that I think was the result of doing some home improvement projects. I'm not sure if I should get out on my FJR1300 as its a heavy beast at least when it stops! Still waiting for an MRI appointment and then surgery 😐
@@Jagshemasher Sorry to hear that Jags. I hope surgery goes well and I wish you a speedy recovery
I don't understand this. You don't use your biceps tendon much when riding, so i'm not seeing what the problem is.
Context, I have two torn biceps, right now, and I ride almost daily.
To be fair, I commute and tour on my bike. I am not strafing the canyons or doing trackdays.
I also had a disc replaced in my back in November, and I know I rode my bike less than 3 weeks after that. When I was still supposed to be on my bed or on the couch, for as long as possible. Context; I ride an adventure bike, so the ergos are mega comfortable.
Well good for U👎Everyone is Different not everyone can or want to immediately get back on there bike for whatever reason👍
Love the binary. It’s “Awesome” 😉
What's that translate to? I was wondering that when I saw her shirt.
@@pcthayer It says "awesome"
@@arfreeman11 Very cool. I didn't "get it" by jvc350's comment. 🙂 thx
You beat me to it... I was looking for this comment! :))) Before deciphering it I thought it would say doodle as only 6 characters are visible most of the time.
I was also looking for this comment. Maths/science and bikes!
Still loving your videos! :) Thanks for sharing.
Well thanks for the video first and then for your honesty. I like this type of bikes and currently on a Vstrom 650. After all it is the smile on your face when you turn that right handle towards you...
Hi Doodle, Australia here. Love ya channel mate
Cool to hear your increasing the off-road skill set, now to get you in an event like an Enduro, you could bring Cody along as well!
Hello Doodle, nice vid! I’ve got a GS, I’m taller than you , but our inseam is about the same. Many of your ergonomic critiques are true across the adventure touring segment.. good and bad. Consider looking for adjustable foot pegs. The ones I bought have two choices, a centimeter higher or lower. It doesn’t sound like much, but that little lowering and extra room feels really nice in your knees over time/miles.
Keep having fun
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I have a 23 GT 1200 Explorer, but I’m 6’3. No bike is going to be perfect, not for me the Tiger 1200 is as close as the I’ve found. Glad to see you found work arounds for the quirks that affected you. I do agree about the stock seat! Great post,, thank you Doodle! Ride safe
Thanks for the great video. I really enjoy your content. I'm hoping to buy my first Triumph at the end of the year. Holding thumbs.
Corbin seat configuration have removable back rests for their after market replacement seats. Good choice and comfy alternative.
I like when I am loaded up for a camping trip. I have a mosko duffle that rides on the rear seat and works great as a back rest!
Informative video, I rode an 07 cbr 600rr across the country three times. Stock oem seat nothing added to it. Textile touring style pants with alpinestars atem leather jacket.
tail bag and kreiga backpack. Michelin road 5's, never stopped for rain either.
Great video thank you very well done thanks again cheers to ya.
You're the reason why I want to start my first bike as an CFMoto Ibex 800 t. It's so dope hope it's like your bike matches your character.
I'm excited to put in hours on my slow speed maneuvers and handling drills.
Ok, I had the same problem with the mileage. You have to add the Service screen to the TFT then you'll be able to see the mileage.
Hey Doodle, it‘s the Triple, for sure.
Greetings from a Sprint ST (T695) rider from Bavaria who is very impressed by your riding skill efforts!
Nice T-Shirt -- Awesome !!
hey Doodle long time no see love your vids keep them coming PLEASE !! ok ride safe.
Now this is an honest review .....thanks
You would think by now they ( any brand ) could make a decent seat !!
Congrats on 200k sam on the mic def plus
I absolutely love my 2021 Tiger 900 GT Pro. Especially after I put a better seat and new tires on it. I have had it for two years and plan to keep it for many more. I live just down the road from where you did 24 hours at Buckees in New Braunfels Tx.
That buc ees is the best. And I have a blue 900 gt as well!
Pick up a second set of wheels and put street tires on them. With a quick tire change, you can have the best of both worlds then.
Awesome video! Hmmmm interesting thoughts. I think the color is quite beautiful. It's a great looking and sounding bike. Best!
Your shirt says “Awesome”!! You are awesome keep up the great videos :)
I have a Street Triple RS, and if you set the dash to #2 or #3, you can scroll through and see the odometer on the “Service Interval” screen in the upper right.
I agree, Triumph needs to work on their TFT.
Please explain to her step by step how she does that.
Triumph Tiger 900 GT PRO 2024 model TFT has bn Updated But is it better that’s the question
Enjoyed this one alot, agree your preferred color scheme is oh yeah!!! Great video. thank you
Love the shirt. Awesome!
I dropped the big coin on a custom seat from Corbin. Pretty happy with it and it looks fantastic…!
Cool Covers are amazing on the Triumph Tiger GT Pro
I have the 2017 800 Tiger in the low suspension option. I bought it used and it came that way. I love it. It's the best bike I've ever ridden. I've ridden a Ducati Panigale 1100, A Ducati Monster, Triumph Speed Triple (1997) Suzuki SV 650, Ninjas, etc. This Triumph Tiger does everything I want it to do. I've done track days on the SV and Ninja so that I could learn to ride in the twisties. I haven't done my parking lot turns this year because I'm busy lately, but it's something I do. Never did 3000 though! I love the hard cases on my bike. I have a better seat, it's really good. Thanks for sharing.
As alwayss, keep up the great work! 👍👍
Odometer is under Service. Just click to the menu option Service and there is the total mileage.
I had a concours 14 and considered wrapping it. A few places I talked to said they won't wrap bikes because they look bad after about 2 years. If you do want to change the color, you have to remove all the plastics, you might as well paint it.
My Girlfriend purchased a Triumph Street Triple 675R From Peter Stevens in Melbourne Australia. After leaving the dealer about 25km the rear cowl cover left the bike at about 80kmh I was following and saw it fly off, a mechanic hadn't refitted it properly. A little after this we stopped and she complained that the bike was hard to handle, I checked the tyre pressure and her brand new bike had 21psi in the front tyre..we rode to a gas station and inflated the tyre the bike was a whole lot better. How can it be that a dealer can be so incompetent?
Unfortunately it takes one incompetent worker to give a dealership a bad reputation. Glad those actions didn't cause an accident and anyone getting hurt. The question is how did that dealership react when those things were reported to them? That tells you by their response how good of a dealership they are.
Wild ass seat cushions works well and very simular to the one in video.
Another fantastic video. Great work. Love the color too😉 Have my 900 replaced my 800
I loved using a wood bead seat "cushion" on my old VStrom. So nice.
If you want to “solve” your seat issue, a Russel Day Long saddle will do it. It’s a custom seat they build on your stock seat pan.
It’s not cheap and it’s a pain in the ass to get done, but it lives up to the name.
Only warning I have is that it can make you ground reach even worse.
They can add a back rest too, but it really won’t do much on the upright riding position of your bike.
It can be heated too.
It’s better than any prebuilt after market seat, I will never own a bike without one now.
I feel like ergonomics is the numer one issue anytime I buy a new bike. I never get the chance to try I bike I wanna buy, long enough to test test how well it suits, before I buy it. Also I don't understand how so many bikes have these large displays, yet you are never able to chose what you want have diplayed at once. I have a 2023 GS and this as been bugging me from day one. Why can't you display, fuel gauge, odometer , tire pressure and engine temp, all at once is a mystery.
As a bit of a nerd, I have to say, that shirt is awesome. iykyk
I've been riding 40+ years and have tried every type cushion you can think of and only get maybe 30 minutes more of riding time before you feel the butt burn. I don't waste my money anymore. Buy a good quality aftermarket seat and gain many more pleasurable miles.
Awesome shirt!
Thank you for always sharing useful content. Enjoyed the video. I love my Triumph too. May I ask, where did you get the tee shirt you’re wearing in this video?
At the Computer Science Museum of American in Atlanta, GA
Thank you
Hi Doodle. I enjoy your videos and I love my 2018 Tiger XRX 800. Cheers!
Is use a gel type seat - had one for 4 years on my FJR. The advantage is you cannot accidentally puncture it on a long ride, and the comfort is comparable imo.
I am currently using your videos to inspire my kids to ride, and we’ve been using a generic gel seat from Amazon ($40?) with great results. They will spend 1-1.5 hours in a parking lot on it, and never complain about sore butt.
And one more quick note: thanks for the tip about cooling the clutch with a band or tape. I’ve not done that but will be starting to… :)
There is a company called Sargent they make sport bike Gel seats. I have one for my Triumph ST 955i and I love it. Makes a long ride a dream.
My 23 Tiger 900 has a Sargent seat as for me it’s very comfortable more than the stock seat plus it’s narrow up front which allows me to get my feet down. As soon as Sargent makes one for the 2024 Tiger model I’ll b buying one
I bought a 22 Tiger GT Pro after a 40 some odd year hiatus from motorcycles. Moved to a ski town and it was all about skiing and mountain biking. The work hard/play hard lifestyle caught and after a knee replacement and an ankle replacement it was time to simmer down. What an easy bike to reacquaint myself! I still have a 1974 Ducati 750 Sport I bought when I was 20. Crazy extremely uncomfortable ride. I get on the Tiger and it’s a magic carpet! Like you, a few little gripes but what a lovely ride. That being said, I got a crazy Christmas bonus and I
Put it on the block hoping for a 24 Rally. I’m in Idaho with more dirt than pavement so I should have done that to begin with. If I don’t get what I want , no big. I’ll just get some more aggressive tires ( currently Dunlop Trailmax Missions). 24 has addressed a few of my issues.
Ahhhh welcome to the world of the infamous Triple engine. Doesn't she sound dreamy? As far as your track day goes, I'd definitely swap out the tires and or the wheels for track days. There are tires that are less dirt oriented that may suit you after since it looks like you do mostly roads. That engine in your tiger is a MONSTER so once you open her up she's gonna SING! Wait until you get your butt off the seat, you're gonna laugh in those corners.
Adv and touring bikes are so versatile.
I also bought a Honda Africa twin in (Red - second hand) not my first color of choice, but the price made sense. Now loving it! what an awesome bike!
i bought the Tiger 1200 GT PRO.
the dash is crap too but overall it's an amazing bike.
love the triple !!
Speaking to seat comfort, I have a 2005 Monster 620 that had the stock seat, technically still does. But when I had to replace the leather I also did the gold gel upgrade from Luimoto and it was a huge improvement for longer ride comfort.
I understand about the color. I really liked the Pearl/black paint on the Triumph Bonneville. I wanted that color for mine. The dealer said they could get one, but not at my price. I settled on the red/black T100 instead.
In addition to enabling you to add highway pegs, the other advantage of engine guards is they create more mounting points for your camera!
Yup! 😜
Trouble with tall bikes is stopping on uneven roads. If you do not see it coming or misjudge your stop, you can topple over. E.g. if the road is sloped from left to right, or there's a deep pothole. You need to use one foot down on the side of the bike where the road is higher. Miss that on approach or be off balance to put the wrong foot down, and you risk falling over.
Having said this though, Doodle's skills are really impressive. Those clips of driving over logs and other stunts, slow speed skills, etc, are stunning. Stunning! No other word for it.
With that level of experience, the bike becomes and extension of yourself and handling is second nature. Still need to be on full alert though.
I suppose however, when you get used to dropping your bike it's not too bad. Especially with those bars. (Finger's crossed.)
One thing I used to think about was Doodle's moto-cross riding. I remember a video or two where the group were on taller moto-cross bikes.
This was early days in training, and lots of fun. I remember Doodle dropping one, and bending a gear shifter lever. (Oops. 🙂)
Anyway Doodle rode a 250cc over a 125cc when offered a choice. I think the 250cc was generally bigger.
Doodle had a few minor misshaps.
Not being critical, but at the time I was going to suggest paying for her to retake the course. (It was still a fledgling channel then, compared to now.) However this time using the 125cc. ... I mean, Doodle talked about redoing courses anyway.
It would have been a reason for another great video. It was not meant as a put-down to Doodle at all. Or finding fault in riding tall bikes.
I wanted to see if she had fun with the smaller bike, since 125cc bikes are a blast. Or if it was a better stepping stone to moving up to bigger taller bikes.
I feel no matter what I say I will be judged as thinking I know best. Or patronising. That's not what I mean though. (EDIT: Possibly why I never suggested it, through fear or being seen as insulting.)
I was to post just about this. The almost reach is only a problem when stop. It has nothing to do with comfort or driving capabilities.
I have almost dropped my 2023 Multistrada Rally a couple of times on sloped right turn lanes with yield signs. I can touch 1/2 foot down on both sides, but normally only use one foot on stops. It's when the slope is opposite of the side you normally put your foot down. Have also almost lost it when my boot got hung up on the peg and I was late getting the foot down, lol!!!
@@angeldiaz3389it can suck if you have to push backwards for whatever reason too.
@@mike17032 very true!!
Own a 2023 tiger rally pro. I love it!
you are right, the seat was horrible, I choose to get the Sargent setup. It's really nice now. What Tank bars did you end up choosing? My rally pro didn't come with tank guards. Thanks.
As a fellow short rider on a Concours 14, amen on 1 foot down. Regardless of height dragging the rear brake makes for smoother stops anyway.
Awesome T shirt 😁 just got a 2023 rally pro 1200 loving it so far
Nice!!
I think the blue looks great, but you can’t really argue against red. Both are great colors for a motorcycle I mostly see blacked out bikes where I live, if they’re not green or orange.
If you're still looking for a backrest, take a look at Sargent aftermarket seats. I bought a seat and a backrest for my 2017 BMW 1200 GS. If I do a full day of riding, my back gives me a little trouble be the end of the day. The Sargent backrest helps. The backrest for my GS is a compromise. It makes the seat hard to remove, and it would get in the way for any serious adventure riding, but I use mine almost exclusively for touring. Oh, and I went through a similar experience with the color. I bought my GS as a leftover so there were no color options. Fortunately, the color has grown on me and I don't see many in this color on the road.
I also got a Back Rest for my 1250GS Loved It. Unfortunately Sargent doesn’t produce a back rest for Triumph Tiger 900 Models. Hopefully they will on the New 2024 Seats.
Yea for you! I always feel you are too small for the bikes you ride but you know what you like and go for it. All I own is and electric bicycle so what do I know. Just living through your adventures.
I used that air bubble thing once or twice, and then got a Seat Concept seat cushion and cover for my Versys 650, "remodeled" my seat and I never looked back. Sure, it was more expensive but definitely worth it for me.
Seems like a lot of the electronic new screens aren’t designed from a practical rider perspective. On both my Ducati and my Buick it was a major chore to “learn “ the set up process.
Show me basic information on main screen and make it simple to figure out the features.
Hi. Great video . I have the same bike and colour here in Australia. I use a different screen layout, style 2. It shows all that small writing at the top in a larger format. In this format , if you scroll to the tyre pressures then scroll right or left it shows you the odometer reading. Also if you go into the Main Menu and select Display. Then go to Visible Trays, you're able to select/deselect what you can see when scrolling through the information on the display. I don't use Go pro or music so I have them deselected.
I fitted a Scorpion Serket slip on in place of the standard exhaust . Sounds even better and saves about 2.5 kg in weight.
I love the blue and white, but I also love the same color scheme on the early R1s
I got a gel seat from purple, years ago to use in the jeep and in the house.Sooo much better,never loses shape and doesnt suck up water .had it for years.
Hello! Love your channel and you inspired me to get back into riding; I own a Triumph Tiger Sport 660 and I'm still struggling on the slow speed skills since it sits up so much higher than my old bike which was a cruiser, but I hated the color options too so I wrapped mine with a purple/blue duo chrome from vivvd vinyls and it came beautifully! If you want to see let me know and I'll find a way to share! Stay safe and thanks for inspiring us female riders!!! If you want a content suggestion I would love to see you show if you've found a difference on tight turns from cruiser style to adventure to sport bikes since I've found there is a bit of a difference! I'm recovering from a broken foot bone since I went down practicing tight turns but hoping to be back on mine in a couple more weeks! ❤🏍️
Good vid and I don't mind the blue, nice bike and great topics on this channel
nice video...i am a proud owner of a 24' Tiger 900 GT Pro in the new red and i absolutely love the bike. its just crazy how good and versatile it is in comparison, and i also tried so many other bikes.
I waiting on my 2024 GT PRO Red & Black model. How do U like the new Redesigned Seat??
@@matthewhaag2138 for me it is comfy even on longer tours, no complaints at all!
Awsome T-shirt by the way…
Nothing beats Triumphs triple engines imo. Love it to death
The odo is also in your triumph app if you are curious. If you don't mind losing an inch off your passenger seat then Utopia make a back rest.
I love your videos, because I've got the exact same bike. '21, 900 GT Pro. But mine's red. I love the color!
I had problems with my knees on my Triumph Thunderbird back in the day, and I did the same thing with the passenger pegs on that bike. I even asked if there was a kit out there to put in rear controls for those pegs.
I have tiger 1050 and its top heavy, Ive dropped it twice when parking it. You have excellent bike skills
Highway pegs are a must for me. My knees can't handle being bent like that for hours
Tripples have a SOUND, low end power and high rpm pull. they are the best. .