Featured Tiger Sport 800

Looks like they have had the launch. Ride tests starting to appear online. Unsurprisingly the performance is reported as comparable to the Tracer 9.

Sat on at NEC, deposit down on a yellow one, test in March. Trading from a Tiger Sport 850. Will let you know how I get on with it.

 

Well, I finally received the Tiger Sport 800 and have put 400 miles on. So far really enjoying it. First bike with a quick shifter so that's taking a bit of courage!

I had the heated grips and hand guards (that are no more than wind deflectors) fitted. I have fitted a radiator guard, tail tidy, front shock seal covers, screen protector, bobbins and an Optimate plug. They now put a battery in the ECU, so no need to rest date etc. if the battery is disconnected. I have some bigger footrests that I am considering using, but not found the standard ones a problem.

Obviously not using lots of throttle and revs, but it still gets a move on. I love the smooth engine and the triple sounds. Finding it very good in traffic, it is very easy to control and balance at slower speeds.

The triumph app and navigation took a bit of setting up, but it helped me impulsively meander off an otherwise boring stretch of motorway without any hassle or having to stop to check directions.

Main issues so far are with the wind on my helmet. I get more wind at speed than on my Tiger 850, but it is cleaner air, find my Shark is a bit noisy in the blast so playing with neck and chin skirt options.

Can't fit much under the seat on the TS800, just a few fuses, cable ties, multi tool and spare nuts and bolts. I managed to use a combination of Kriega loops designed for the Trident and the standard ones for the OS bags. I have used the loops with small karabiners and Rok straps, not bad although it tends to hold the bag nearer me in the driver's seat than needed. It's a shame the hand rails are open at the back, it means that straps could slide off.