Thanks for that TMF. I love the Triumph triple engine, so balanced & torquey. I know several people with the sport or the old 1050 tiger and everyone loves them. You've had your leg over more things since Christmas than Tom Jones did in his prime. Keep it up (as it were), & enjoy the escape from the rat race! Well done!!!!
Great vid! Funny you should pick the motor as #1. This is exactly why I bought my Tiger ABS back in '14. The motor is 2nd to none. I like the rest of the bike but the motor is what makes it. When the weather is good I put the truck away and use the Tiger exclusively.
Yeah it is a lovely motor isn't it Jim - just the right balance of power, low grunt and sound...what Triumph does best IMO! (oh, that and retros...) (...and street triples.....).....
I rented one of these last July for three weeks to tour the UK and agree with everything you mentioned, spot on. I think they already had an aftermarket pipe on it though and it did sound excellent. One thing I didn't like was the right hand pannier being smaller because of the high pipe. Would have to consider one of these when the venerable TDM finally needs replacing.
So many interesting reviews, so much enjoyable video. You should have a much bigger subscription base... keep up this sort of content and I think you will.
Agreed. Add in a fun and engaging personality and I love his colloquialisms (as I am an American - his manner of speaking is just a hoot). I've learned a lot, I trust his opinions on everything moto-related. I also liked his flying blogs too - fascinating stuff.
Scott Peterson Yeah. He doesn't pull any punches, no bull. You can trust his review facts too. Honest helpful stuff. His catchphrases even to an Englishman are amusing. To you Americans I bet they get a chuckle! Ride safe over there. And tell them law makers to allow you guys to lanesplit. Safer and eases city congestion. Dunno why they don't get it.
Nice review TMF and whilst I haven't owned one, from my ride experiences on this bike, I think you've pretty much nailed the top five attributes. I've recently sold on my Multistrada 1200S due primarily to it's high ownership costs and overly complex nature, from switch gear to key fob (keyless start etc). I love the 1050 Sport and would've bought one if I found one in that same colour combo for the right price. Here in 'Straya' second hand prices have held up nicely for the model and I simply didn't want to pay 13 or 14 grand for a lowish mileage example. I'm a bit of a Yamaha nutter though and was able to find a v low mileage MT-09 Tracer 900 still under warranty for under $10K which suited me down to the ground. It has plenty of go also and is extremely frugal (
Same sort of bike liker here tracer 9gt or tracer 900 or tiger sport 1050. Have to wait for the 9gt and found a tiger 1050 last week. Testride it and bought it. Will go for testride the yamaha 9gt ( just to know how that will feel) but don't know if it will work out without lowering it. I am a woman and many seat heights are too high for example the bmw 1000xr, 👍 definitely will have fun for years on my 1050 😊
Couldn't agree more if I tried. Once I discovered Triumph and then drilled down to the Tiger my touring and even daily commuting adventures are a pleasure. The bike is stable and forgiving yet urges you to go fast when the conditions allow. I can do 600 plus kilometre days and am still able to do more if required. On my third Triumph and second Tiger with 200K plus km under the belt and won't be changing bikes anytime in the foreseeable future.
Yes I had an '09 as I mentioned - the engine of which I miss to this day! These new Tiger Sports are improved over the old 1090 too, if you get a chance to have a go on one I think you'll love it...
Great review TMF. I bought one in July 2016 and still absolutely love it. I've got my usual three year itch for a new bike at the moment and test rode a KTM 1090 recently which is a great bike but I still prefer the Triumph triple engine on the Sport. I've used it for two up touring in France and Spain, commuting and having fun on B roads and it just works beautifully. It's such a perfect all rounder and I can't find anything out there that is better.
@@TheMissendenFlyer Hi TMF. No I haven't tried the GS yet but have always felt they are too big for filtering and expensive compared to the Tiger. What do you think, should I give one a go?
One of these caught my eye when I was in the local dealers asking about a service for my Nc750x. After watching your review and the endorsement you gave it ,it was enough for me to buy a "Brand Spanker". Great deals on these at the moment as I believe its the end of the line for the Sport and the shortage of second hand motorcycles meant I got a great trade in. Lovin' It Thanks TMF
I am getting a few fixes to mine have had it 12 months and still love it. It has no rider modes, but I dont care, the seat I am getting a Triumph Gel seat for. I might get a cruise control, but living in the amazing state of Tasmania, where its about 350 from top to bottom of the Island its not really necessary, just a nice to have. My two favourite channels for bikes are you and Capt Rambunctious, both very different. Love the job you do keep up the good work. Cheers, Broomy Tasmania, Australia..
I would say that's bang on another good and honest review. I have a tiger sport and as you say the handling is superb. I have had a few bike in my time and the tiger sport is one of the best handling good enough for a track day no problem.
Sorry to sound like so many of the other comments that you get but, thanks for yet another great review, I will have to get myself a go on a Tiger Sport, as I love the look of them.
Hey don't be sorry for being nice to me!! ....not every comment I get is I can assure you! ;0) ...and yes do get a ride on the Tiger Sport, I think they're much overlooked and under-rated. Cheers - TMF
I am so pleased you like the Tiger Sport so much. I have the 2014 model and I really like it but I have been looking at other bikes that I might want to swap it for. But now you have given it a positive review (and you have ridden so many other great bikes) it has reassured me that I should just keep it. By the way mine sounds great with a CF Remus exhaust can and handles even better with a Nitron ntr1 shock on it. Thanks for saving me a lot of money T.M.F
TheMissendenFlyer Bizarre. In this day and age the idea that a big manufacturer wouldn't want social media exposure is crazy. Especially in such a competitive market. BMW have the right idea.
The more I see this bike the more I want one!! Good review. My last post I said I had ordered a 2017 V Strom. I since looked into the Triumph and found the Tiger Sport is not available in Canada so that kind of settles me with the V Strom which I,m sure will be great. Currently riding a Blade which is painful beyond belief at my age after an hour in the saddle so the Strom should be an improvement here. I like your easy manner in these reviews please keep them coming.
Really enjoy your reviews mate. I have the 1050 Speed Triple and I also absolutely love the engine and the amount of power it gives. Seriously thinking of changing mine for this (so I can take the other half out for a more comfortable touring experience) 🍻
I have this bike and I agree totally with your top 5: they were the reason why I bought this bike and not another one. Handling is amazing, engine is pure poetry, look is stunning (indeed I have the very same bike of the tested one) and even the fuel consumption is good. I had to put a higher touring screen because the stock one is not enough when speed is over 45/50 mph (more or less 70 km/h). Last point, I would like to change the stock pipe because I don't like that damn whistle, the Tiger Sport has the most annoying one in my opinion, but I would check even if something more can be done working on airbox because I hear that someone was able to almost completely "cancel" the whistle working on it.
This that my first 3-cylinder bike was the Benelli TnT 899s and I really like that kind of sound. It's like an angry ogre who wants to break your ears (even with stock exhaust) :D
Another great review...of another great Triumph! So sad it looks like we're not getting this model in the USA. But, as it was from the get-go, you've reinforced my love of my Tiger 1050SE, so I'll hang on to that in the hopes (though that Bobber is looking like an option...)
Andrew Nichols You'll get the new Street over there though. That by all the positive reviews looks the best all rounder, particularly if you're a one bike guy. Cheers.
@@TheMissendenFlyer went into my local triumph today and test rode the tiger sport 1050 and then for the hell of I took the tiger 800........ very surprised with the little 800, it's a great bike, obviously more power in the 1050 but comfort and wind noise/buffering the 800 wins hands down, it's also very planted to the road .........decisions !!!!
Im sooooo tempted to trade in my 2015 street triple R for one of these, but i just cant bring myself to do it!!! I LOVE my striple R... it looks good, geos very very well for a "600", its small, nimble, and just an all round junior hooligan bike!! Decisions decisions?!?!?!
Ahh this makes life more difficult, I'd talked myself out of one these and started looking at a tracer 900 to keep cost down. Now I think I'll have to take a tiger sport out for some tyre kicking. Cheers and RSM8
I think having cruise control buttons on the right hand is common to all the Triumphs so equipped, in fairness to this model. Otherwise the instrumentation generally is the one really "dated" aspect of this bike (and the Tiger 800). Also, I think the standard seat height at 830mm (which I don't think is adjustable?) is still a challenge for anyone of less than 33" inside leg measurement, irrespective of his/her overall height.
John Scholten The amount of touring options the States offers, plus the the types of riding this bike was made for make it an ideal match. Th trouble is for Triumph I guess is that most US riders would opt for a cruiser.
Great video. I've had one since November last year after to trading in from my long term 2008 1050 Speed Triple. I agree with almost everything you say (but maybe in a different order!). Absolutely loved my triple but now needing to cover longer distances so need screen/luggage etc so good compromise I think. I'm 6'3 and its still relatively comfy (all bikes are a compromise unless you are average everything) with buffeting acceptable with good plugs. The only issue I have with it is the electronic throttle. Is it me or is it damn twitchy? I find it tricky to keep stable especially on bumpy roads
Hi Howard - glad we largely concur - I had no issues with the throttle, maybe you have an issue with your bike?? ....or maybe I'm just too used to "ride by wire" throttles as some of my bikes have it....thanks for watching - TMF
Very nice, I'm a long time subscriber. Love hearing your opinions though I wish I could get the image of Dick VanDyke from Mary Poppins out of my head while listening.
Funnily enough I'm very close to where Chtitty Chitty Bang Bang was filmed (the windmill scenes)....sort of a Dick van Dyke link....except I'm the real McCoy (as in Brit, not Londoner)...
Spot on, it does have a lovely, creamy smooth, torquey loveiliness of an engine, a pleasure to ride I'm sure, I use to have a Speed Triple 1050, she was lovely too. I bet the newer ones are better.
TheMissendenFlyer: I can't say I've ever ridden a Tiger, I'm the same height as you, they just look a bit daunting, as in a bit tall for me. The speed was ok, but I found it a bit heavy to manoeuvre, so I swopped it for a Daytona, then a Street, which is spot on for my needs, and talent!
Interesting for me as I had the old 1050 and loved it. From your comments they have obviously tweeked the handling in a good way but I wish they would update the controls and that fairing insert. It still appears to be a fill-in model as if they don't feel it's got a role in the future? I don't think they have succesfully joined the GS alike market with their bigger bike. Perhaps the 950 Multistrada will prove that this class of ike has a future? BTW have you retired? You have found time to do an awful lot of bike reviews! Keep it up. Always interested in what you have to say (apart from bike cleaning lol. I really can't be bothered to do it as well as you!)
I really love this motorcycle but I know I couldn't live with that mode button and cruise control on the wrong side. I guess my main tourer bike will always be a BMW - that Garmin satnav/info will always be a big factor for me. I'm sure Triumph could do something similar and get those buttons sorted? Regards as ever, Jon. P.S. Look forward to the joint MF/Captain R review!!!
...yes I'm with you - I think if Triumph stuck a TFT screen on this and spent some time re-engineering the "dash" to include an integrated satnav, they'd be onto a winner (I'd buy one!)...
Ahh that cruise control, I like it as I've mentioned before, but setting it is a nightmare, first press the "engage" button followed by the "Set" button, nothing happens, but now my speed has dropped, try again but try pushing the Engage button a bit longer, still nothing but now even slower, try once more, this time success but set speed has to now be set to my original point, still once it's set it does work very well, a Triumph it seems.
In this day & age the engine should be covered with fairing, so it looks cleaner & also keeps the bike cover from burning after you put it straight on after your commute!
Depends on the circumstances.....if you said I could have this or my GS now, I'd keep the GS....mainly because of all the extra's I've added to make it my own (and the doozy GPS integration). If a Tiger could have a modern instrument panel with integrated GPS I'd seriously consider it over the GS. The Tiger is certainly better £ for £ value. IIIRC you didn't like the Tiger Sport much did you??
Ah jolly good....I rather like the Tiger Sport I must say - I can imagine me owning one in the future. I so hope Triumph keep the model current and maybe add some new stuff to make the ney-sayers go away - in particular a new TFT screen would be nice! Surprised to hear from a number of these comments that the model isn't available in the US.....
Yes, so was I... I got that from a lot of people when I released my review. It doesn't look like Triumph think it will sell over there so it isn't going there... Someone could of course import it but then that's a fair bit more money and effort.
Hi Wes, I had a few complaints that it was too long and Google Analytics showed I lost 25% of my viewers during that opening sequence....so it had to go (shame, 'cos I rather liked it!)....
TheMissendenFlyer maybe tack it on the end/credits with a bond style , will return in...'. or a bonus clip for induring the end credits. used to like CDs or vinyl which had hidden tracks at the end.
How many different Triumph Tigers are there now ? . Seems to be new coming every year .Could this be classed as a series 3 or 4 or even 5 .Getting a bit complicated now
Good to see ya still enjoying the loan bike. Seems like it ticks a lot of boxes. If there is a No1 selling point I agree it has to be that engine. So much fun. I noticed someone using your christian name in a different thread. I won't repeat it in case you prefer your anonymity. All the best sir.
Cheers Sleepingdragon1, have you ridden one of these puppies? I assume so and glad you concur on the engine front...lovely bit of kit. ...and what makes you think I have a "Christian" name...I'm very firmly a devout atheist!! All the best - TMF
Cool vid. Really useful info. There's no excuse for poor screens. The one on my versys was shit at best. We shouldn't have to spend more replacing them. So many great bikes out there. Are you going to the TT?
I'm about to mail-order a custom designed comfort seat (from Top Sellerie, France) for a Tiger 1050 Sport which I've paid to be delivered, but not yet received. My new bike is the same colour scheme as the one in your videos. I want to make sure the trimmings and stitching on the custom seat I'm about to order match the colour of the stripes on the wheels and tank/forward fairing. Would you say they are green, lime, or yellow?
You're the second to ask that - I think the Tracer 900 is the better all rounder, but personally I'd have the Triumph because I love the looks of it and it's perceived Britishness....the Tracer is probably the better bike though if I'm honest. Can't go wrong with either, both great bikes....
The tracer is better?? In what? Not so good build quality like the triumph, not good suspensions..Not so good for long trips.. The triumph sport is much beter bike than the tracer
I imagine it's a good bike, but it's just not my cup of tea as far as styling goes - I look forward to commenting next time; until then, this has been Gizzmo84, cheerio!
I have a 2010 Tiger 1050SE. Is the Sport really worth the upgrade? If I took a trip to Merry Old England and bought one could I ship it back to the Colonies?
I have to say the switch gear layout is really dated given the competition. Having the mode buttons on the dash near the clocks is not good for safety, imho they should be on the handle bar switch gear as BMW, but I guess Triumph want to keep their production costs down and yet stupidly it wouldn't cost them that much to upgrade to something more modern and may even mean they sell more bikes ...... But as you say the triple engine is a gem. I think if I were going to buy another new bike and it was a Triumph I'd be looking at something a bit different a bit more uptodate such as the new Street Triple RS. Seems Triumph have put much more time and cash into this model than the Tiger Sport, pity as it does look OK. But MF is it better than the KTM 1290 Supeduke R? I possibly think not, but it is no doubt a lot cheaper. Thanks for posting. Still waiting for the Street Triple RS and the Gixxer reviews ;@} How about reviewing bikes like the V-Strom or Versys? Just a thought.
Alex Morgan The Sport is a nice bike no doubt but to compare it to a top end naked like the 1290R is unfair. I don't think Triumph even have anything in their range to compete with the Duke. Perhaps the Speed Triple. Even that feels underpowered and no match for the 1290. Cheers.
The comparison is not unfair in the slightest. The Speed Triple is a totally different bike to the Duke and the Tiger Sport. For a start the engine is pretty much half or one third the capacity of both.
Cheers Alex - as SD1 said this just doesn't compare with the Super Duke R - different sort of bike altogether, but no less great at the job it does (comfy touring)...as you say, shame it doesn't get a bit more of an update in the instrument department - a TFT dash couldn't cost thaaaat much to add could it??
quick question..am selling my striple to get a bigger comfier bike that still has thrills. I am down to either the tiger sport the kawasaki versys 1000 or the multistrada 950. how do these stack up. Have you ridden the others?
curious about the helmet. is this visor not too dark... ? giving that you live in rather cloudy England dark tinted visors look claas but are they not limiting your vision a bit?
Well I agree they look similar, but my Tiger 1050 didn't have the engine modes displayed, gear position indicator or even a fuel gauge for that matter (all of which the Tiger Sport does have). I agree a TFT screen would be the business though :0) Thanks for watching - TMF
Yes same engine at Speed Triple but in a slightly different state of tune....and yes would be great for touring in the US if it was available (The Tiger Sport, not the Speed Triple so much)....
Brilliant. My buddy has the 160 hp KTM adventure T and the same Triumph as me and he always talks about how good the 1050 is for an all rounder. He got lucky to ride the 2016 model when up north and said what a great bike so much pulling power and very smooth. He said the old and new were miles apart.Unfortunately they are rare in the south so I am going with my friend, the likeable rider and you for the judgement😉
...well I used to own an '09 and then I borrowed a new Tiger Sport from Triumph for 2 weeks, all I can say is I loved it...did you see my review(s) of the Tiger Sport??
No, but I owned a 2009 Tiger 1050 for a couple of years, so I know how they used to feel very well...and this one is a HUGE improvement...love this bike...
I own a 2015 Tiger Sport and I absolutely Love it!!! A friend of mine had a 2009 Tiger 1050 and it is night and day compared to mine, but I want to know if there is a huge improvement between the two "Sports"
Once again..thanks! Nice punctuation you put on the buffeting and noise lol. And again...buttons? cruise? BAH! ;-) I mentioned earlier about how I got hooked on triples earlier? Well here is my old lamo "around the hood" quickie clip of the engine on my K75S...sound familiar ? ruclips.net/video/mYKsmyVqoGo/видео.html I messed up, and was too lazy to edit, so the square indicating the oncoming bike coming into the harbour was supposed to have the following text: "1968 Suzuki T-500 Titan" ..it was the third bike I owned...rubbish but fun at the time lol. Keep up the good work, and YES you and the Captain NEED to collaborate! Fun it would be! How about a bike comparo/"best fish and chip" run...compare bikes and food? Ok...now I'm hungry *poof*
Dear TMF. Always enjoy your reviews and videos. The only thing is, its a bit weird that you've never reviewed a Norton bike. Would love to know your thoughts on the Commando etc.
+tdmtam Great question! Tricky one....I think I'd go for the GS because it feels lighter in the handling plus I love the functionality of the Nav V and the vario panniers - close call though...
TheMissendenFlyer I was initially looking at the new Tiger Sport 1050 & the 950 Multistrada but it wasn't until a few weekends ago when I tried the BMW R1200GS at the BMW test ride day at the Green Welly in Tyndrum and I was surprised how good it was for such a big bike. But new it was well out of my budget, but I got looking at approved used R1200GS's that were 3-4 years old ( however most don't have the luggage at that price range) watched all the videos you've posted about both bikes, but still struggling to decide much to the annoyance of my wife and bike friends.
MF, I really liked the format and the "direction" in this video. The cuts between the helmet camera and the bike came were a nice addition! But I think this is a different GoPro you're using? Where the previous one would go all blurry in high speeds, this one has a peculiar mosaic effect. Weird
I rode the tiger sport last year and it was nice but quite an ugly looking bike and lacked power... It was fun to ride though and the wind noise as you so was terible
Well it's all a matter of personal taste of course, I think the bike (especially this on in this colour scheme) looks fabulous - sooooo much better than the Kawasaki and Suzuki competition in my opinion....and that wind noise is easily fixed with an MRA screen as I found out with my old Tiger 1050....
Do you still still have this bike? I'm curious what the reliability's like. I read they have regulator or battery/starter problems etc. My next bike will be one of these, they sound great bikes in general with loads of character.
Thanks for that TMF. I love the Triumph triple engine, so balanced & torquey. I know several people with the sport or the old 1050 tiger and everyone loves them. You've had your leg over more things since Christmas than Tom Jones did in his prime. Keep it up (as it were), & enjoy the escape from the rat race! Well done!!!!
Thanks Steve - and I am ;0)
Great bike with really good tyres on it u can surprise many a sports bike rider with how fast and good they handle .ANOTHER great video,
Thank you Kate and agreed!....
You cant beat that triple snarl,love it!!
Yeah, it's a great sounding engine isn't it....
Yes indeed. Had a v twin before my triple which was nice also but love the triple.
it's the perfect bike. I have one and love it. Longest test ride I ever took, dealer thought I'd knicked it.
Like it Mike...and I agree, it is a lovely (and hugely under rated) machine, that engine is just lovely in this package. Enjoy....TMF
Haha that's hilarious!
Thanks for the very helpful reviews on the Sport. I have today just ordered one in the same colour. Many thanks again.
+clanmac66 Congratulations! Great choice, you're gonna love it!
Bought one last week 👌
Great vid! Funny you should pick the motor as #1. This is exactly why I bought my Tiger ABS back in '14. The motor is 2nd to none. I like the rest of the bike but the motor is what makes it. When the weather is good I put the truck away and use the Tiger exclusively.
Yeah it is a lovely motor isn't it Jim - just the right balance of power, low grunt and sound...what Triumph does best IMO! (oh, that and retros...) (...and street triples.....).....
I rented one of these last July for three weeks to tour the UK and agree with everything you mentioned, spot on. I think they already had an aftermarket pipe on it though and it did sound excellent. One thing I didn't like was the right hand pannier being smaller because of the high pipe. Would have to consider one of these when the venerable TDM finally needs replacing.
So many interesting reviews, so much enjoyable video. You should have a much bigger subscription base... keep up this sort of content and I think you will.
Thank you Scott - I'll try my best!
Scott Peterson Apart from his reviews of late the sheer variety of stuff warrant a bigger sub base for sure, I agree.
Agreed. Add in a fun and engaging personality and I love his colloquialisms (as I am an American - his manner of speaking is just a hoot). I've learned a lot, I trust his opinions on everything moto-related. I also liked his flying blogs too - fascinating stuff.
Scott Peterson Yeah. He doesn't pull any punches, no bull. You can trust his review facts too. Honest helpful stuff. His catchphrases even to an Englishman are amusing. To you Americans I bet they get a chuckle!
Ride safe over there. And tell them law makers to allow you guys to lanesplit. Safer and eases city congestion. Dunno why they don't get it.
Crikey - all this man love! You make me blush (but thanks!!)
Nice review TMF and whilst I haven't owned one, from my ride experiences on this bike, I think you've pretty much nailed the top five attributes. I've recently sold on my Multistrada 1200S due primarily to it's high ownership costs and overly complex nature, from switch gear to key fob (keyless start etc). I love the 1050 Sport and would've bought one if I found one in that same colour combo for the right price. Here in 'Straya' second hand prices have held up nicely for the model and I simply didn't want to pay 13 or 14 grand for a lowish mileage example. I'm a bit of a Yamaha nutter though and was able to find a v low mileage MT-09 Tracer 900 still under warranty for under $10K which suited me down to the ground. It has plenty of go also and is extremely frugal (
Same sort of bike liker here tracer 9gt or tracer 900 or tiger sport 1050. Have to wait for the 9gt and found a tiger 1050 last week. Testride it and bought it. Will go for testride the yamaha 9gt ( just to know how that will feel) but don't know if it will work out without lowering it. I am a woman and many seat heights are too high for example the bmw 1000xr, 👍 definitely will have fun for years on my 1050 😊
This is one of your best videos in my opinion. Great content and awesome gopro session viewpoint... gives the video a super cool dynamic.
Glad you liked it Marcio - cheers...
Couldn't agree more if I tried. Once I discovered Triumph and then drilled down to the Tiger my touring and even daily commuting adventures are a pleasure. The bike is stable and forgiving yet urges you to go fast when the conditions allow. I can do 600 plus kilometre days and am still able to do more if required. On my third Triumph and second Tiger with 200K plus km under the belt and won't be changing bikes anytime in the foreseeable future.
Glad we concur :0)
'Nonsenseness' Another word invented by the gentleman Missenden Flyer.
I try my best to add to the English lexicon whenever possible......
Your on fire at the minute, every time I pick up my iPad you've popped another video up, and am loving it.
Great stuff - stay tuned Jon, much much more to come....I'm on a roll!
I'm in love with it
cool!
Great bike, great engine. Have a '08 Tiger 1050 from new, still in love!
Yes I had an '09 as I mentioned - the engine of which I miss to this day! These new Tiger Sports are improved over the old 1090 too, if you get a chance to have a go on one I think you'll love it...
Indeed, newer triples are more refined, smoother fuel mapping too. But still, I'm keeping mine...I know I'll regret it if I sell it! ;)
Fair enough...(and I meant 1050 of course, but you knew that...)
Great review TMF. I bought one in July 2016 and still absolutely love it. I've got my usual three year itch for a new bike at the moment and test rode a KTM 1090 recently which is a great bike but I still prefer the Triumph triple engine on the Sport. I've used it for two up touring in France and Spain, commuting and having fun on B roads and it just works beautifully. It's such a perfect all rounder and I can't find anything out there that is better.
I love the Tiger Sport too - have you tried a GS out of interest?
@@TheMissendenFlyer Hi TMF. No I haven't tried the GS yet but have always felt they are too big for filtering and expensive compared to the Tiger. What do you think, should I give one a go?
@@grantscamell5406 Oh yes! ....feels soo much more light weight than a Tiger or the KTM and therefore much easier to filter on...
One of these caught my eye when I was in the local dealers asking about a service for my Nc750x. After watching your review and the endorsement you gave it ,it was enough for me to buy a "Brand Spanker". Great deals on these at the moment as I believe its the end of the line for the Sport and the shortage of second hand motorcycles meant I got a great trade in. Lovin' It Thanks TMF
It will be a real shame if these are discontinued (and I assume they are)....great bikes, hugely underrated....
Agree, great deals at moment! Bought one, a Brand spanker, 1st October 👍
Just bought one, aside from slightly vibrating mirrors at high speed the bike is great
Congratulations, great machine - I miss my old Tiger 1050.....
Pretty much the same reasons I love my 2015 Tiger 1050 Sports. Great bike
Agreed - and hugely under rated I reckon...I rather miss that bike!
I am getting a few fixes to mine have had it 12 months and still love it. It has no rider modes, but I dont care, the seat I am getting a Triumph Gel seat for. I might get a cruise control, but living in the amazing state of Tasmania, where its about 350 from top to bottom of the Island its not really necessary, just a nice to have. My two favourite channels for bikes are you and Capt Rambunctious, both very different. Love the job you do keep up the good work. Cheers, Broomy Tasmania, Australia..
I would say that's bang on another good and honest review. I have a tiger sport and as you say the handling is superb. I have had a few bike in my time and the tiger sport is one of the best handling good enough for a track day no problem.
Have you had it on a track Terry?
Not had a chance yet this year.
Sorry to sound like so many of the other comments that you get but, thanks for yet another great review, I will have to get myself a go on a Tiger Sport, as I love the look of them.
Hey don't be sorry for being nice to me!! ....not every comment I get is I can assure you! ;0) ...and yes do get a ride on the Tiger Sport, I think they're much overlooked and under-rated. Cheers - TMF
I am so pleased you like the Tiger Sport so much. I have the 2014 model and I really like it but I have been looking at other bikes that I might want to swap it for. But now you have given it a positive review (and you have ridden so many other great bikes) it has reassured me that I should just keep it.
By the way mine sounds great with a CF Remus exhaust can and handles even better with a Nitron ntr1 shock on it.
Thanks for saving me a lot of money T.M.F
Glad to be of service!
Never even considered one of these until your first review and now I'm trying to work out if I can afford one. Great work
Incidentally I'd love to see what you thought of the new Kawasaki Versys 1000 if you ever got the chance. Main competitor for the tiger I suppose
Definitely worth a look Jay - this engine is lovely...
Yes, quite hard for me to review Kawa's but I'm working on it! Stay tuned....
TheMissendenFlyer Bizarre. In this day and age the idea that a big manufacturer wouldn't want social media exposure is crazy. Especially in such a competitive market. BMW have the right idea.
The more I see this bike the more I want one!!
Good review. My last post I said I had ordered a 2017 V Strom. I since looked into the Triumph and found the Tiger Sport is not available in Canada so that kind of settles me with the V Strom which I,m sure will be great.
Currently riding a Blade which is painful beyond belief at my age after an hour in the saddle so the Strom should be an improvement here.
I like your easy manner in these reviews please keep them coming.
Cheers Dave - dunno why Triumph don't sell these in North America, I would have thought it would sell quite well....ol' well! Enjoy the V Strom.....
Really enjoy your reviews mate. I have the 1050 Speed Triple and I also absolutely love the engine and the amount of power it gives. Seriously thinking of changing mine for this (so I can take the other half out for a more comfortable touring experience) 🍻
I think you'll like it Nick, sort of a grown up Speed Triple.....
I do miss mine a bit, great bike!!
Yeah I miss mine too.....may well be a bike I revisit in the future...
just waiting on that lottery win!!
Another very good review. Love the Tiger range and one day i may surprise my local dealer and actually buy one. :-)
Nice one Tim :0)
I have this bike and I agree totally with your top 5: they were the reason why I bought this bike and not another one. Handling is amazing, engine is pure poetry, look is stunning (indeed I have the very same bike of the tested one) and even the fuel consumption is good.
I had to put a higher touring screen because the stock one is not enough when speed is over 45/50 mph (more or less 70 km/h).
Last point, I would like to change the stock pipe because I don't like that damn whistle, the Tiger Sport has the most annoying one in my opinion, but I would check even if something more can be done working on airbox because I hear that someone was able to almost completely "cancel" the whistle working on it.
I love the Triple Whistle!
This that my first 3-cylinder bike was the Benelli TnT 899s and I really like that kind of sound.
It's like an angry ogre who wants to break your ears (even with stock exhaust) :D
Another great review...of another great Triumph! So sad it looks like we're not getting this model in the USA. But, as it was from the get-go, you've reinforced my love of my Tiger 1050SE, so I'll hang on to that in the hopes (though that Bobber is looking like an option...)
Andrew Nichols You'll get the new Street over there though. That by all the positive reviews looks the best all rounder, particularly if you're a one bike guy. Cheers.
Thank you Andy - you're definitely missing out on this one...lovely bike and much improved on the old 1050...
Another great review stuffed with information,,,,,it's making me want to trade my sprint Gt in
Yes the Tiger Sport is a much under rated bike - all the fun of the Sprint with a comfier riding position and better view....
@@TheMissendenFlyer went into my local triumph today and test rode the tiger sport 1050 and then for the hell of I took the tiger 800........ very surprised with the little 800, it's a great bike, obviously more power in the 1050 but comfort and wind noise/buffering the 800 wins hands down, it's also very planted to the road .........decisions !!!!
Everyone seams to forget that Yamaha started the ball rolling withe the TDM850
I had a test ride on one last year, super bike, as you said great engine and does every thing on the tin, but it needs a center stand
I think you can spec one as an option, my old 1050 certainly had one....
Im sooooo tempted to trade in my 2015 street triple R for one of these, but i just cant bring myself to do it!!! I LOVE my striple R... it looks good, geos very very well for a "600", its small, nimble, and just an all round junior hooligan bike!! Decisions decisions?!?!?!
Yeah tricky one Phil, for 2 years I had a Tiger and the Street Triple - great pairing.....
Ahh this makes life more difficult, I'd talked myself out of one these and started looking at a tracer 900 to keep cost down. Now I think I'll have to take a tiger sport out for some tyre kicking. Cheers and RSM8
Yeah, the Tracer is a great bike, but this is a triumph! (as opposed to Triumph)
I think having cruise control buttons on the right hand is common to all the Triumphs so equipped, in fairness to this model. Otherwise the instrumentation generally is the one really "dated" aspect of this bike (and the Tiger 800). Also, I think the standard seat height at 830mm (which I don't think is adjustable?) is still a challenge for anyone of less than 33" inside leg measurement, irrespective of his/her overall height.
Always good to have your input Len! All the best - TMF
loved watching you having this quick, enjoyable blast being put in rainy, windy Co. Kerry now where I just look at my babe through the window only
Glad to be of service sir! This winter has dragged on hasn't it....but Spring feels like it's about to be upon us :0)
Hopefully just around the corner mate! Good luck.
I wish we could get it in the states. This category is under represented here.
Yeah I'm surprised you don't - I would be great to blast up a Californian canyon....
John Scholten The amount of touring options the States offers, plus the the types of riding this bike was made for make it an ideal match. Th trouble is for Triumph I guess is that most US riders would opt for a cruiser.
If you are taking requests, BMW R NINE T RACER review would be great.
Funny you should say that - I'm riding one tomorrow morning ;0)
Well I'm very pleased about that which is why I subbed and pressed the bell thingy.
Great video. I've had one since November last year after to trading in from my long term 2008 1050 Speed Triple. I agree with almost everything you say (but maybe in a different order!). Absolutely loved my triple but now needing to cover longer distances so need screen/luggage etc so good compromise I think. I'm 6'3 and its still relatively comfy (all bikes are a compromise unless you are average everything) with buffeting acceptable with good plugs. The only issue I have with it is the electronic throttle. Is it me or is it damn twitchy? I find it tricky to keep stable especially on bumpy roads
Hi Howard - glad we largely concur - I had no issues with the throttle, maybe you have an issue with your bike?? ....or maybe I'm just too used to "ride by wire" throttles as some of my bikes have it....thanks for watching - TMF
Have you ever ridden the Rocket III? It"s apparently an amazing bike and it's my dad's dream bike.
No I haven't - to be fair I find it a bit scary!! Would love a go though....thanks for watching - TMF
I wish they would have imported these to the U.S.
Russ, do you think we could import one and register it?
Very nice, I'm a long time subscriber. Love hearing your opinions though I wish I could get the image of Dick VanDyke from Mary Poppins out of my head while listening.
Funnily enough I'm very close to where Chtitty Chitty Bang Bang was filmed (the windmill scenes)....sort of a Dick van Dyke link....except I'm the real McCoy (as in Brit, not Londoner)...
Spot on, it does have a lovely, creamy smooth, torquey loveiliness of an engine, a pleasure to ride I'm sure, I use to have a Speed Triple 1050, she was lovely too. I bet the newer ones are better.
Yeah, oddly enough I far prefer the feel and handling of this bike over the Speed Triple (odd given it's bigger and shares the same engine)...
TheMissendenFlyer: I can't say I've ever ridden a Tiger, I'm the same height as you, they just look a bit daunting, as in a bit tall for me. The speed was ok, but I found it a bit heavy to manoeuvre, so I swopped it for a Daytona, then a Street, which is spot on for my needs, and talent!
Interesting for me as I had the old 1050 and loved it. From your comments they have obviously tweeked the handling in a good way but I wish they would update the controls and that fairing insert. It still appears to be a fill-in model as if they don't feel it's got a role in the future? I don't think they have succesfully joined the GS alike market with their bigger bike. Perhaps the 950 Multistrada will prove that this class of ike has a future?
BTW have you retired? You have found time to do an awful lot of bike reviews! Keep it up. Always interested in what you have to say (apart from bike cleaning lol. I really can't be bothered to do it as well as you!)
Cheers Tom - and yes I have "checked-out" of the 9-5 rat race if that's what you mean....
The tracer 900 and the 2015 crossrunner are very similar
I really love this motorcycle but I know I couldn't live with that mode button and cruise control on the wrong side. I guess my main tourer bike will always be a BMW - that Garmin satnav/info will always be a big factor for me. I'm sure Triumph could do something similar and get those buttons sorted? Regards as ever, Jon. P.S. Look forward to the joint MF/Captain R review!!!
...yes I'm with you - I think if Triumph stuck a TFT screen on this and spent some time re-engineering the "dash" to include an integrated satnav, they'd be onto a winner (I'd buy one!)...
Me too - have a word with your Hinckley contacts :-)
Ahh that cruise control, I like it as I've mentioned before,
but setting it is a nightmare, first press the "engage" button followed by the "Set" button, nothing happens, but now my speed has dropped, try again but try pushing the Engage button a bit longer, still nothing but now even slower, try once more, this time success but set speed has to now be set to my original point, still once it's set it does work very well, a Triumph it seems.
Agreed 100%!
In this day & age the engine should be covered with fairing, so it looks cleaner & also keeps the bike cover from burning after you put it straight on after your commute!
I think this fairing looks fine, but I take your point on the cover........thanks for watching - TMF
Lovely video sir!
Would you swap it for your GS for long distance touring...
:-)
TBH!
Depends on the circumstances.....if you said I could have this or my GS now, I'd keep the GS....mainly because of all the extra's I've added to make it my own (and the doozy GPS integration). If a Tiger could have a modern instrument panel with integrated GPS I'd seriously consider it over the GS. The Tiger is certainly better £ for £ value. IIIRC you didn't like the Tiger Sport much did you??
I did indeed. Definitely the Tiger I would buy... I didn't like the old one, but loved the new one... Made complete sense...
Ah jolly good....I rather like the Tiger Sport I must say - I can imagine me owning one in the future. I so hope Triumph keep the model current and maybe add some new stuff to make the ney-sayers go away - in particular a new TFT screen would be nice! Surprised to hear from a number of these comments that the model isn't available in the US.....
Yes, so was I... I got that from a lot of people when I released my review. It doesn't look like Triumph think it will sell over there so it isn't going there... Someone could of course import it but then that's a fair bit more money and effort.
like the camera angle facing you, great shots exiting roundabouts. what happend to the old title credits/music?
Hi Wes, I had a few complaints that it was too long and Google Analytics showed I lost 25% of my viewers during that opening sequence....so it had to go (shame, 'cos I rather liked it!)....
TheMissendenFlyer maybe tack it on the end/credits with a bond style , will return in...'. or a bonus clip for induring the end credits. used to like CDs or vinyl which had hidden tracks at the end.
Yeah that's a thought....I'll ponder that for a while...
How many different Triumph Tigers are there now ? . Seems to be new coming every year .Could this be classed as a series 3 or 4 or even 5 .Getting a bit complicated now
Good to see ya still enjoying the loan bike. Seems like it ticks a lot of boxes. If there is a No1 selling point I agree it has to be that engine. So much fun. I noticed someone using your christian name in a different thread. I won't repeat it in case you prefer your anonymity. All the best sir.
Cheers Sleepingdragon1, have you ridden one of these puppies? I assume so and glad you concur on the engine front...lovely bit of kit. ...and what makes you think I have a "Christian" name...I'm very firmly a devout atheist!! All the best - TMF
Interesting round up TMF, how does the triple engine compare to the 1170cc boxer in your GS?
+david hippo Much nicer in my view, if you could lower its centre of gravity and stick it in a GS you'd have one heck of a machine!
Cool vid. Really useful info. There's no excuse for poor screens. The one on my versys was shit at best. We shouldn't have to spend more replacing them. So many great bikes out there. Are you going to the TT?
I would love to get to the TT one year, but don't think it will be this one...maybe next year....you?
TheMissendenFlyer no i need to use my leave over here really. i went back in 1980 on my Honda Super Dream with £40 to last 2 weeks.
Brilliant - I remember my cousins Super-Dream, frightened the bejesus out of me riding on the back - seemed a beast of a bike to me then.....
I'm about to mail-order a custom designed comfort seat (from Top Sellerie, France) for a Tiger 1050 Sport which I've paid to be delivered, but not yet received. My new bike is the same colour scheme as the one in your videos. I want to make sure the trimmings and stitching on the custom seat I'm about to order match the colour of the stripes on the wheels and tank/forward fairing. Would you say they are green, lime, or yellow?
Green I reckon
@@TheMissendenFlyerYou swine! LOL no seriously?
Which do you prefer, the Yamaha MT09 Tracer or the Tiger Sport?
You're the second to ask that - I think the Tracer 900 is the better all rounder, but personally I'd have the Triumph because I love the looks of it and it's perceived Britishness....the Tracer is probably the better bike though if I'm honest. Can't go wrong with either, both great bikes....
The tracer is better?? In what? Not so good build quality like the triumph, not good suspensions..Not so good for long trips.. The triumph sport is much beter bike than the tracer
Bad video ! I want to buy one now... thank you !!
You should, lovely bike 😉
I imagine it's a good bike, but it's just not my cup of tea as far as styling goes - I look forward to commenting next time; until then, this has been Gizzmo84, cheerio!
Cheerio!
New rider 48yrs old looking for first big bike. Colleague selling his. Do you think it's too big for first one? I am always being told 600cc max so..
Yes - too big, heavy and powerful....make this the 2nd bike (Like I did!)
@@TheMissendenFlyer OK thanks - thoughts so.
I have a 2010 Tiger 1050SE. Is the Sport really worth the upgrade? If I took a trip to Merry Old England and bought one could I ship it back to the Colonies?
Oh yes, the new bike is in a different league. ...and yes I don't see why not, subject to all the usual customs and duties of course...
It's a minor thing but do they come with a gear indicator? I know the previous model didn't have one.
Yes it does - on my old 1050 I had an aftermarket one fitted so I was pleased to note this now has one in the main display...
Triumph 955/1050 triples = the RR Merlin of motorcycle engines. :-)
Errr, maybe...not quite sure there's much of a comparison but liking your thinking....
I have to say the switch gear layout is really dated given the competition. Having the mode buttons on the dash near the clocks is not good for safety, imho they should be on the handle bar switch gear as BMW, but I guess Triumph want to keep their production costs down and yet stupidly it wouldn't cost them that much to upgrade to something more modern and may even mean they sell more bikes ...... But as you say the triple engine is a gem. I think if I were going to buy another new bike and it was a Triumph I'd be looking at something a bit different a bit more uptodate such as the new Street Triple RS. Seems Triumph have put much more time and cash into this model than the Tiger Sport, pity as it does look OK.
But MF is it better than the KTM 1290 Supeduke R? I possibly think not, but it is no doubt a lot cheaper.
Thanks for posting.
Still waiting for the Street Triple RS and the Gixxer reviews ;@}
How about reviewing bikes like the V-Strom or Versys? Just a thought.
Alex Morgan The Sport is a nice bike no doubt but to compare it to a top end naked like the 1290R is unfair. I don't think Triumph even have anything in their range to compete with the Duke. Perhaps the Speed Triple. Even that feels underpowered and no match for the 1290. Cheers.
The comparison is not unfair in the slightest. The Speed Triple is a totally different bike to the Duke and the Tiger Sport. For a start the engine is pretty much half or one third the capacity of both.
Cheers Alex - as SD1 said this just doesn't compare with the Super Duke R - different sort of bike altogether, but no less great at the job it does (comfy touring)...as you say, shame it doesn't get a bit more of an update in the instrument department - a TFT dash couldn't cost thaaaat much to add could it??
quick question..am selling my striple to get a bigger comfier bike that still has thrills. I am down to either the tiger sport the kawasaki versys 1000 or the multistrada 950. how do these stack up. Have you ridden the others?
curious about the helmet. is this visor not too dark... ? giving that you live in rather cloudy England dark tinted visors look claas but are they not limiting your vision a bit?
+Vstm Vision is fine for normal daytime use, not so good at night though! ....and as you say they do look cool and I'm a bit of a tart like that :0)
Triumph have used the same outdated dash,clocks,on their bikes since the tiger 1050 was first introduced,way back.
Well I agree they look similar, but my Tiger 1050 didn't have the engine modes displayed, gear position indicator or even a fuel gauge for that matter (all of which the Tiger Sport does have). I agree a TFT screen would be the business though :0) Thanks for watching - TMF
I am in the US, so not available? Speed Triple same engine? So for touring what would you get if in the US?
Yes same engine at Speed Triple but in a slightly different state of tune....and yes would be great for touring in the US if it was available (The Tiger Sport, not the Speed Triple so much)....
Something tells me this is probably one of your best "bikelikes" lol.
Yeah, I do have a big soft spot for the Tiger 1050 I must admit....
Went for a testride and felt immediately lovely. It handles nice and comfy and as you say you are sitting a bit sporty but I like that.
Thinking of putting a deposit on one today and getting rid of my 2009 SE model. Is there a big difference between them?
Yes a huge improvement over the ‘09 - you’ll love it!
Brilliant. My buddy has the 160 hp KTM adventure T and the same Triumph as me and he always talks about how good the 1050 is for an all rounder. He got lucky to ride the 2016 model when up north and said what a great bike so much pulling power and very smooth. He said the old and new were miles apart.Unfortunately they are rare in the south so I am going with my friend, the likeable rider and you for the judgement😉
...well I used to own an '09 and then I borrowed a new Tiger Sport from Triumph for 2 weeks, all I can say is I loved it...did you see my review(s) of the Tiger Sport??
Saw all of them yes. Very good as usual
One more question ktm 1090 or tiger 1050 as one of the people on our tour to the dolomites had one
Hi, what’s the tank range? I ask because myself on every bike I own I run out of fuel to know the exact tank range.
On my old 2009 model I got 200 miles....
Would you recommend a 07 1050 tiger ?
Yep - I had an '09 and loved it.....
Have you ridden the previous Tiger Sport?? (2013-2015)
No, but I owned a 2009 Tiger 1050 for a couple of years, so I know how they used to feel very well...and this one is a HUGE improvement...love this bike...
I own a 2015 Tiger Sport and I absolutely Love it!!!
A friend of mine had a 2009 Tiger 1050 and it is night and day compared to mine, but I want to know if there is a huge improvement between the two "Sports"
...can't help you on that then (my guess is yes though due all the electronic improvements, ride by wire throttle,etc)...lovely machine.
Once again..thanks! Nice punctuation you put on the buffeting and noise lol.
And again...buttons? cruise? BAH! ;-)
I mentioned earlier about how I got hooked on triples earlier? Well here is my old lamo "around the hood" quickie clip of the engine on my K75S...sound familiar ?
ruclips.net/video/mYKsmyVqoGo/видео.html
I messed up, and was too lazy to edit, so the square indicating the oncoming bike coming into the harbour was supposed to have the following text: "1968 Suzuki T-500 Titan" ..it was the third bike I owned...rubbish but fun at the time lol.
Keep up the good work, and YES you and the Captain NEED to collaborate! Fun it would be! How about a bike comparo/"best fish and chip" run...compare bikes and food? Ok...now I'm hungry *poof*
Dear TMF. Always enjoy your reviews and videos. The only thing is, its a bit weird that you've never reviewed a Norton bike. Would love to know your thoughts on the Commando etc.
If only I had the means to ride one - I would love too!!
Their head office looks like a pleasant place to contact/visit to arrange! www.nortonmotorcycles.com/contact/
Yes wouldn't it be! Maybe I should "reach out" to them and see if they'll let little ol' me borrow a bike for an hour or two....
Why oh why can't Triumph make screens that are buffet free?
Dunno, and I don't think it's just a Triumph issue either from my experience....
id like to know how does she stand up to your GS1200 ?
Pretty favourably....another review coming along soon where I talk about that -stay tuned!
TheMissendenFlyer great looking forward to that ☺
Are you Lincolnshire based? I think I recognise some of those roads.
No - There's a clue in my channel name ;0)
Wow I feel dim now for missing that haha. Buckinghamshire?
You got it!
So compared to your 2013/14 R1200GS would you take a new 1050 Tiger Sport or the 3-4 year old GS?
+tdmtam Great question! Tricky one....I think I'd go for the GS because it feels lighter in the handling plus I love the functionality of the Nav V and the vario panniers - close call though...
TheMissendenFlyer I was initially looking at the new Tiger Sport 1050 & the 950 Multistrada but it wasn't until a few weekends ago when I tried the BMW R1200GS at the BMW test ride day at the Green Welly in Tyndrum and I was surprised how good it was for such a big bike. But new it was well out of my budget, but I got looking at approved used R1200GS's that were 3-4 years old ( however most don't have the luggage at that price range) watched all the videos you've posted about both bikes, but still struggling to decide much to the annoyance of my wife and bike friends.
BTW you don't need to be that scared of the Bealach na Ba. You need to come back to Scotland and do more of the great scenic roads up here.
MF, I really liked the format and the "direction" in this video. The cuts between the helmet camera and the bike came were a nice addition!
But I think this is a different GoPro you're using? Where the previous one would go all blurry in high speeds, this one has a peculiar mosaic effect. Weird
Weird indeed!
wow, another intermitently blurry speedometer. haha. I just turned 17 and I'm on my 125. It's a cheap and cheerful lexmoto and it's lovely. :D
I love 125's great fun - plenty of time to have the bigger bikes later on, just learn your craft safely is my advice....
Any idea what the valve check intervals are?
'fraid not DM :0(
Is it any better than a Tracer 900 GT?
I prefer it but technically it's probably not "better" - depends what you mean by "better" I guess!
@@TheMissendenFlyer all around ;)
Pengness!
...this is very good stuff, quite advanced below your years....
Yo dude would you have this as a only bike ??? 🤔🤔🤔
Yeah, it is an excellent all rounder and as an only bike would tick pretty much every box (except off-road!)....
I rode the tiger sport last year and it was nice but quite an ugly looking bike and lacked power... It was fun to ride though and the wind noise as you so was terible
Well it's all a matter of personal taste of course, I think the bike (especially this on in this colour scheme) looks fabulous - sooooo much better than the Kawasaki and Suzuki competition in my opinion....and that wind noise is easily fixed with an MRA screen as I found out with my old Tiger 1050....
2018 Tiger Sport 1050 or 2018 Z1000SX - Which do you prefer??????
Tiger Sport for me - love the look, sound, triple engine and the fact it's a Triumph....
How many times can he say “my top five things”.
No nonsense bike? I like a little nonsense with my motorcycles.
Certainly tested the pants off of her! 👍🏻
Yup - another to come yet - stay tuned!
Yellow card - for using the biggest cliche in bike reviews: 'It does what it says on the tin'. AAAAAAARRRGGGGHHHH!!!!
Oops - sorry (thing is, bikes don't even come in a tin!)....
You lost me at "Hey Kids"
Cheerio then...
Do you still still have this bike? I'm curious what the reliability's like. I read they have regulator or battery/starter problems etc. My next bike will be one of these, they sound great bikes in general with loads of character.
I don’t - but I had mine for about 4 years and never had an issue with it - great bike and brilliant engine….