Triumphrat

triplestrength

I've never test ridden a bike as I need an electric gearchange fitted,I usually get a good friend to do it for me.
Never had a problem with the Triumphs I've owned, just take care.

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Topcat59

Good luck with the Bike... The Tiger is a natural - even though you didn't test-ride it, you will not be disappointed!

Tom

Bakes0310

I just wanted something that was a different experience to my Hornet, that left me with a cruiser (nah) or sports bike (needs to be practical) that i can ride everyday. Just from sitting on it i could see that the sitting position and handlebars are totally different to my Hornet.
Adventure bike was the way forward for me personally. I had it narrowed down to 3 bikes:
BMW GS1200 (just didnt like the look of it)
Multistrada touring (too expensive for what it is)
Tiger 800XC (yep love the look of it and it feels right to sit on)

Nearly saturday.......

KingofZroad

Congrats!!! I saw a green 2013 when I bought my 800xc a few weeks ago, looks great!!

Nice bikes these Tigers, you will love it!!!


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crazyman

Congrats on the new bike !
That's usually how it goes.... see it, have a seat, that feeling you get..... yeah, this one.

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'13 Triumph Trophy SE
'11 Tiger 800XC - sold
'08 Rocket III Touring - sold

Bakes0310

Just popped down to give them my insurance certificate. I got another look at the bike, they had it all ready for me to pickup tomorrow. Very happy with the top box, its quite a bit bigger than my current one. Also the arrow exhaust looks big and awesome, cant wait to hear it.

ride4321

This?



Man...that is one beautiful bike. If I were in the market for a new bike this would be it. Love the greeny, hadn't seen it before.
Enjoy!

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Bakes0310

NORTY FLATZ

I just got my 2012 800XC in for it's initial 500mile service. The bike so far has been a treat. I put 640 miles on in 2 weeks. I know this isn't a lot but it is what it is.
Center stand and heated grips when it returns...

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Bakes0310

Well ive had the bike for nearly two weeks now, so far im really impressed. Due to poo weather ive only done 180 miles which is killing me cause i should be about 600-700 miles by now.
Positives:
Excellent steering and control, i really think it cant be improved in that area. I would even recommend it to new riders for a first time big bike, its just so forgiving and easy to control with the wide steering position.
Engine sounds sexy as hell with the meaty arrowhead exhaust. The engine just seems so calm and relaxed whatever gear and rpm i got it at, its almost taunting me "is that all you got".
Negatives:
Brakes are pretty average (comparing it to my hornet) when i need to make a quick break it doesnt stop as quick.
Finishing touches seem to be left out a bit like no plugs covering some of the bolts and some exposed cableing needing some lubing.

I really do love this bike, it looks,feels and sounds great and is my fav bike and i cant wait to get some serious miles under it.