Hi folks,
first time posting in the Tiger forum. I am a Speed Triple owner but have had a recent change in riding style, mainly due to the fact that about 2 weeks ago went on a group ride out, 5 in total, all sports bike except mine, being a super naked. 200 mile round trip to Elan Valley, Wales and back. I dont remember much of it because we ended up riding very very fast just to keep up with one and another and so much time was spent concentrating on riding, I missed most of the amazing scenery.
Needless to say it was a very tiring ride!
What brings me here then? Well being a massive fan of the triple engine I tried two offerings from Triumph...the Explorer and the 800xc.
Both brilliant bikes for their roles, in my opinion.
I do still want to try the BMW 1200 GS still though...boring? but I have my curiosities about that machine.
I have made a couple of videos for both bikes that I have ridden so just wanted to share my opinions with you guys.
I found the 800 motor really smooth and meaty at mid-range where the bike will spend most of its time I guess and very comfy for long distance. Excellent presence.
The Explorer was mahoosive bike with lots and lots of presence. Super comfy and power in abundance.
Handling on both bikes was excellent, then again I am no MotoGP rider!
Getting the 800 priced up tomorrow with fog lights, heated grips, hand guards, engine guards and arrow end can (sounds so nice) against my 2011 Speedy. So waiting for a call from the dealer.
Anyway enough ramblings from me. Here are the vids:
Explorer review:
Ride:
800xc review:
short ride around:
Feedback more than welcome and what to look out for etc would be greatly appreciated. I am finding it hard to find threads that relate to common problem on the 800 xc.
first time posting in the Tiger forum. I am a Speed Triple owner but have had a recent change in riding style, mainly due to the fact that about 2 weeks ago went on a group ride out, 5 in total, all sports bike except mine, being a super naked. 200 mile round trip to Elan Valley, Wales and back. I dont remember much of it because we ended up riding very very fast just to keep up with one and another and so much time was spent concentrating on riding, I missed most of the amazing scenery.
Needless to say it was a very tiring ride!
What brings me here then? Well being a massive fan of the triple engine I tried two offerings from Triumph...the Explorer and the 800xc.
Both brilliant bikes for their roles, in my opinion.
I do still want to try the BMW 1200 GS still though...boring? but I have my curiosities about that machine.
I have made a couple of videos for both bikes that I have ridden so just wanted to share my opinions with you guys.
I found the 800 motor really smooth and meaty at mid-range where the bike will spend most of its time I guess and very comfy for long distance. Excellent presence.
The Explorer was mahoosive bike with lots and lots of presence. Super comfy and power in abundance.
Handling on both bikes was excellent, then again I am no MotoGP rider!
Getting the 800 priced up tomorrow with fog lights, heated grips, hand guards, engine guards and arrow end can (sounds so nice) against my 2011 Speedy. So waiting for a call from the dealer.
Anyway enough ramblings from me. Here are the vids:
Explorer review:
Ride:
800xc review:
short ride around:
Feedback more than welcome and what to look out for etc would be greatly appreciated. I am finding it hard to find threads that relate to common problem on the 800 xc.