Used Bike Review (Triumph Tiger 800)

We've recently been on the launch of the new 2018 Triumph Tiger 800, here's our used option review.
If you're a Tiger owner and have experiences to share add them to the comments below.

[andrewtreloar]

Just found this, just bought one! Refreshing to see that the Tiger as uber reliable and didn't have any fundamental design issues! Awesome!

[mrwobbly]

Such a damn helpful review. Love the concept, thanx. It’s all well and good filming you guys ripping around a track on a £25k super bike, but this type of real world review is so much more use to the majority of viewers. Thanx. More please.

[blooskyy]

Thank you, this great review gave me confidence to buy a 2013 800xc in near new condition (only 16, 000km) on the weekend, what a brilliant bike this is

[toandfro]

Outstanding review. Refreshing to see the way you are addressing used bikes. Very informative

[brianwhordley]

Hi I've got a 2013 abs model, it's been faultless over the nearly 20, 000 miles I've done on it in 2 years, been to Scotland twice on it following a multistrada both times kept up without too much trouble. Probably the best overall bike I've ridden. Lovely engine and superb slick gearbox. Recommend 👍

[Ian__Preston]

Been running a 2012 for a couple of years now, love it nothing to fault it, have had to fit a lower seat, been all over UK and Europe .
Downside - No Cruise control on this year, heated grips are adequate at best, no hazard lights (retro fitted)
Extras (some of them) Givi panniers - spotlights - LED headlights - bash plate - Givi Crash bars - centre stand - tall screen - BarkBuster hand guards.

[mrcintheuk]

Really like the idea of in-depth 2nd hand reviews. Far more relevant to me than reviews on expensive new playthings. As someone who knocks out 15, 000 miles a year, do it all work horses are more my requirement but appreciate I'm probably in the minority.

[kevindixon]

Great review
Just bought a 2017 xcx ex demonstrator, saved a shed load against a new one.
Can't wait to clock up some miles.

[TravisN]

Great to see this type of review... I bought a 13 XC ABS last fall with 13k miles for a little over $6k USD in pristine condition, pretty much stock. Only sign of wear was the boot chips on the grab handles as mentioned in your review. I've put about 3-4k more miles on it and couldn't be happier with it! With prices plummeting on the '11-14's it is a good time to be shopping used!

[tnetroP]

I've recently bought a 2011 with 24k miles. It doesn't even have ABS but it has clearly been looked after and is in amazing condition. I bought it as a cheaper stop gap bike while looking for something else. But it's actually a fantastic bike and I can see me keeping it very long term, probably not even selling it when I do get another bike.

[joeroesch]

This kind of review is what I've been looking for for months! In the process of deciding on a used adventure bike and this is great!

[shabba]

Such a solid bike. Have a 2014 model, no problems at all. Easy to work on for most things too

[robertaylsworth]

I have a 2013 Tiger 800 abs with 53, 000 Mike's on it. I bought it used with. 4, 800 on it. This bike is rock solid. I did have Racetech suspension upgrade at 30, 000. I take this everywhere. It is great on pavement and in rough forest roads. It is only limited by my riding ability. I am 63 now so I take my DR650 for real dirty riding but this can do most of the same. It was hit in parking lot and I had to replace the handlebars. I have Rox risers and Seat Concepts tall seat and MRA windscreen. The valves were still within spec at 30, 000 but due for another check. I would not sell this bike. It is my 8th Triumph and the Scrambler 900 was great but the comfort of the suspension on my old man body is wonderful. If you can find one, buy it. It may not be the sexiest bike out there but it is bulletproof and can do it all. My only gripe was the stock windscreen. I am 5'10" and the wind always hit me right at helmet. So the MRA fixed it.

[DavidslvPT]

Thank you for your help with this review.
I have been at Carl Rosner last year to test ride the new (2018) Tiger 800 XRT and their staff was very very helpful and friendly. Looking to buy a Tiger this year and they are definitely on my top list of dealers to buy from.

[KBAR]

Dont believe the hype about pre 2014 Tiger 800 - They are so easy with regard to dealer servicing .
Most things can be done by the home mechanic - with basic tools.
Also this year range are totally reliable - factory built in the uk too - not like later models.
8 years owned and trouble free so far - its a keeper and nothing can touch it for the price !

[jerrydelyea]

super review, much appreciated! I just bought a 2014 800, winter is here but I did get 100kms ride, LOVE IT!!!

[professorvoluck]

Very very helpful! I am looking at the Tiger and the GS800. This swayed me towards the Triumph.

[yellowbearworks]

I have had a 2018 XCA, I absolutely loved it. My only gripe has been that it was a bit top heavy when towing it in the garage, easy to tip it and maybe a bit sensitive to strong cross wind. I regret having sold it. I just cannot get accustomed to the engine vibrations of the 900 Rally Pro at highway speed. The 900 would be an ubermagnificient reincarnation of the already excellent 800 IF the engine was a non T-crank triple, of which true rationale I still cannot comprehend. Unfortunately, I will not have enough fund to buy a true triple Lucky Explorer 9.5., so I will buy another 800, probably I can buy mine back at a certain point...

[rodbrannon]

Suzie is definitely the best part of the video. I bought a 2012 recently. Absolutely love the engine. I've always been a fan of triples. My favourite configuration. There are some I've not tried and would love to. Gearbox was sweet. Heat from the engine made it feel like I was on a heated seat. Not comfortable. I dropped it in soft dirt backing it out of my trailer. Near impossible for me to right it. My BMW is heavier and I pick that up in slick mud easier. End result was after a few rides and a few weeks, I sold it. I did make $400, so I won. To me it felt too street and because of my age wore on me some on soft terrain.

[armandblake]

Got a used Tiger 800 ABS 2014 with just 20000 kms. She's ugly, but I love her so much.