Featured Vintage Tiger New Steamer!

Discussion in 'Tiger / Explorer' started by Mart, Jan 28, 2019.

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  1. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #1 Mart, Jan 28, 2019
    Hi Guys!

    Just bought a 1996 Tiger 900 Steamer.
    Always loved the looks of the early Tigers. Used to have a black one years ago, and always regretted selling it.
    So, as I'm not getting any younger, I've bought a red one from RMC near Liverpool.
    Lovely standard condition, just need a little mechanical fettling.

    Forgotten how heavy these things are......

    Martynn
     
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  2. joe mc donald

    joe mc donald Joe
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    #2 joe mc donald, Jan 28, 2019
    Mart
    We will all be waiting for a picture of the steed.
    Ride Safe
    Joe.
     
  3. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    #3 Wessa, Jan 28, 2019
    Hi and welcome, enjoy your new ride................
    Wessa
     
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  4. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #4 Mart, Jan 29, 2019
    Here it is!

    Steamer.jpg
     
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  5. dilligaf

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    #5 dilligaf, Jan 29, 2019
    Very nice :cool:
     
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  6. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

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    #6 steve lovatt, Jan 29, 2019
    Nice one :cool:
     
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  7. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #7 Mart, Jan 29, 2019
    Thanks guys!
    The eagle eyed among you will have noticed that the rear shock remote reservoir is missing - I didn't!
    On closer inspection, the pipe banjo has been removed and the shock port blanked off.
    Anyone know if this is going to cause problems? The back end does feel a little stiff...
     
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  8. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    #8 Wessa, Jan 29, 2019
    Very nice......
     
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  9. Adie P

    Adie P Crème de la Crème

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    #9 Adie P, Feb 3, 2019
    Hi Mart. Welcome from me, too. I also live in the south west (Mid Devon, between Wellington and Tiverton) so if you're close, feel free to come round and kick tyres, drink coffee, talk bikes!

    If you've owned one previously, then you'll know how "soft and springy" they feel in stock form - maybe that's the reason the remote reservoir has been taken off? I don't know that it can cause any harm not having one on but I can't think why it should. Someone with more knowledge of suspension (wouldn't take much!) might be along shortly to correct me!

    Your bike does look to be in very good condition and is one to be treasured now - don't sell this one or you won't have learned from past mistakes!:D

    Regards,

    Adie
     
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  10. Tiglet

    Tiglet Vintage Member

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    #10 Tiglet, Feb 3, 2019
    That does look very appealing :cool:
     
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  11. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #11 Mart, Feb 4, 2019
    Thanks Adie,

    Yes, it's is in excellent condition for a 24 year old bike, and I certainly intend to treasure it.
    I've decided that the shock needs replacing - I don't think it's working properly, and the mismatch between the soft front end and hard rear isn't pleasant. So a Hagon it is.

    I'm half way between Yeovil and Taunton, so yes, I would be good to meet up some time.

    Thanks again
     
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  12. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #12 Mart, Feb 4, 2019
    Thanks Adie,

    Yes, it's is in excellent condition for a 24 year old bike, and I certainly intend to treasure it.
    I've decided that the shock needs replacing - I don't think it's working properly, and the mismatch between the soft front end and hard rear isn't pleasant. So a Hagon it is.

    I'm half way between Yeovil and Taunton, so yes, I would be good to meet up some time.

    Thanks again
     
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  13. Kevin Fancett

    Kevin Fancett New Member

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    #13 Kevin Fancett, Feb 25, 2019
    Thought I’d get mine on here to give you company

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  14. Kevin Fancett

    Kevin Fancett New Member

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    #14 Kevin Fancett, Feb 25, 2019
    Hi Mart,
    Bought my 96 five years ago as a winter runner. Spent a few bob on it, ECU, tyres, chain and both sprockets, rear Hagen and replaced the front springs 40k miles. Lovely bike to ride, first trip out was down to Lands End. I’ve got an Explorer XC 13 since and so she doesn’t get used much. Funnily enough I was looking at the weather this morning and thought that it was about time I unwrapped it got it serviced and had a blast
     
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  15. Mart

    Mart Well-Known Member

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    #15 Mart, Feb 25, 2019
    That looks lovely!
    I like that front engine guard.
    Took mine out at the weekend, but it won't accept more than 1/4 throttle - need to pull the carbs and have a clear out I think.
     
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  16. Wessa

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    #16 Wessa, Feb 25, 2019
    Wow nice bike, lovely colour...
     
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  17. Kevin Fancett

    Kevin Fancett New Member

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    #17 Kevin Fancett, Feb 25, 2019
    Similar issue with mine at the moment Hopefully just a carb clean too. Not that I’ll be getting my hands dirty. I enjoy the riding not the maintenance I’m not sure about the engine guard which was fitted when bought. Lately I’ve been thinking about removing it and painting the supports black.
     
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  18. mpllineman

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    #18 mpllineman, Feb 25, 2019
    Good morning! you have a very sharp looking bike there. Remember to always ride safe and enjoy!
     
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  19. Jeffrey Conlon

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    #19 Jeffrey Conlon, Feb 25, 2019
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  20. Jeffrey Conlon

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    #20 Jeffrey Conlon, Feb 25, 2019
    Also nice
     
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