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Triumph Tiger motorcycle review - Riding

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Triumph Tiger (1993-1998)

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Engine size	885cc
Power	84bhp
Top speed	119mph
Insurance group	13

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The Triumph Tiger is a versatile tourer and inter-city commuter with the same rear wheel power as a BMW R1150GS. The Triumph Tiger is handy in the bends, rides easily and the wide seat, 24-litre tank and good screen put long-distance commuting and touring well within its capabilities.

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The Triumph Tiger’s smooth in-line DOHC triple is the perfect companion for effortless mile-munching. The three 36mm carbs fuel efficiently and without fuss. With a genuine 75bhp at the back wheel and a healthy 60ftlb of torque it’s not short of shove, either. If you want to give the Triumph Tiger even more pep you can fit the CDI and cams from a Speed Triple, Daytona or Trident of a similar vintage.

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The Triumph Tiger’s one weak spot is its brakes. Not the twin-piston items themselves but the colossal fork dive that is a feature of every squeeze of the lever. In fact braking distances are on a par with the rest of the giant trailile class, but the Triumph Tiger’s inspire precious little confidence. It’s hard on pads, too. Other than that is handles well, swinging through bends with ease, so long as you don’t push those soft forks too hard.

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The Triumph Tiger’s clocks are rugged and basic – speedo, tacho, water temp and digital clock. There’s a range of Triumph Tiger luggage on the market but official stuff can be hard to find.

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The Triumph Tiger's finish is generally good. However, once the black finish on the engine starts to flake it deteriorates quickly. Check the rims and spokes for corrosion, the downpipes for rust (the cans are stainless) and the starter sprag clutch for graunching when you hit the button – a sure sign of trouble ahead with your Triumph Tiger.

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The Triumph Tiger’s a cheap, no-nonsense antidote to motorway commuting woes. For the chap with a 50-mile round trip the Triumph Tiger's unbeatable, with a tank range that’ll see you through from Monday to Sunday without a refill. Find a Triumph Tiger 900 for sale

Insurance group: 13

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1993: Triumph Tiger introduced.
1995: Triumph Tiger gains black painted swingarm.
1998: Triumph Tiger superseded by new bike powered by a re-tuned version of the T509 Speed Triple motor.

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Specifications

Top speed	119mph
1/4-mile acceleration	15.2 secs
Power	84bhp
Torque	61ftlb
Weight	209kg
Seat height	850mm
Fuel capacity	24 litres
Average fuel consumption	44mpg
Tank range	230 miles
Insurance group	13

Engine size	885cc
Engine specification	12v in-line triple , 6 gears
Frame	Tubular steel cradle
Front suspension adjustment	Preload
Rear suspension adjustment	Preload
Front brakes	Twin 276mm discs
Rear brake	255mm disc
Front tyre size	110/80 x 19
Rear tyre size	140/80 x 17

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GeneralSNAFU

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Great riding position, I am 6' 2" wind noise Very loud, ear plugs a must. Paint on engine has not survived 2 winters of use flaking in places. Paint on fairing flaking. Gearbox notchey. Great torque leave in top all day. Easily capable of getting your knee down, handles well.

28 June 2002
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Fantastic midrange, really effortless travelling on A roads. Comfortable for 150 miles, then the saddle starts to dig in. High riding position is great in traffic: eyeball to eyeball with transit drivers when filtering.

08 March 2002
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Dixie2

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Just come back from 4000 mile trip to Bosnia & Croatia on it. Faultless, only problem was a puncture. Incredibly comfortable over long distances, suspension great over sub standard roads, cruises at 100 on motorways (excellent screen), scratches round mountain roads, attracts attention everywhere, gets 200 plus to a tank. Still thinking about getting the new 955 version, but this one in yellow is a cracking bike.

03 October 2001
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ballmick

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Bought brand new. Got knocked off three miles from leaving showroom. £4500 damage to bike and accesories. Two months before back on road. Since accident everything is all o.k. Never been on a bike that accelerates so quick and easy. Handles very well in wet and dry but the braking is just a little too soft. Comfort wise is not very good at all. Seat is too hard, only last an hour before bum goes dead. The riding position is great, can see a lot more than on most bikes. I am going to try the new 2001 model as it has a lot more power than this one. Have owned jap bikes before but after this one I am going to stick with Triumph as the reliability and build quality is much better. well done john bloor.

07 May 2001