A first look at Triumphs Tiger 1200 GT Explorer! // GS WATCH OUT!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2022
- Hi Everyone,
Usernamekate here again but this with a walk-round of the TIGER 1200 GT EXPLORER!
That's right, this is Triumph's 2022 ALL SINGING ALL DANCING Adventure bike and MAN it packs in a lot of features for the price compared to its rivals!
Do you guys think the Truimph GT Explorer is good enough to steal the crown from the mighty GSA?
Let me know in the comments below! :)
Usernamekate 🏁
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100% this format is better. Not going to lie I tend not to make it through the walk round videos as there is no riding involved. I like the riding and was still interested after the walk around. Great video A* from me. 👏👏
Having someone lug the bike around in a real world scenario is a winner for me Kate. Keep it up!
Thanks Richard! 😄 you're too kind!
Nice review, Triumph stuck me on one to show me how a ran in engine behaved after their speed triple ran like a box of spanners. was very impressed with how it handled. Keep up the great work.
Nice review Kate. Glad to see Triumph offering a complete Adventure/Touring bike, especially the shaft drive. I'll need a test ride for sure.
You'll have to let me know how you get on!
Great review Kate, like the walk around, would love to see some reviews on motorcycle clothing and motorcycle accessories. I
have a 2019 Triumph 1050 sport, i absolutely love that bike. keep up the great work Kate.
Great review Kate ,love the format of the video keeps the viewer informed at all times ,keep up the great work and stay safe 👍
Hey Adrian! Thanks for your comments! I have a few vlogs pre filmed not in this format, but moving forward I'll be doing it like this! 😄
@@UsernameKate Brilliant looking forward to seeing them Kate
Tks Kate, my tuppence, like this format, everything in a oner. Nice bike, sounds nice too, quick shifter sounds slicker than my GSA!. Good shout Triumph.
Hey John! Yes the quickshifter doesn't feel as agricultural as the GS that's for sure. I have a lot of footage pre recorded not in this format but it seems to be a hit so when filming anything from now on, I will take it into account 😊
Like the new layout of your vlog. It gave a really good feel for the bile. Also like we’ve got the same inside leg measurement so that helps me a lot.
Hey Fred! Glad you liked this layout! I have a lot of videos pre recorded and scheduled so for future filming, I will take everyone's feedback into account!
Good review Kate, lower seat option, heated. Excellent summary and detail. I delivered mine in Sydney a few weeks ago, very satisfied. Great weight reduction vs previous model and GS. 😊
Glad you love it!! Thanks for the kind words.
Another great video Kate. You're getting extremely good at this!
Aw cheers!
I enjoyed this format , but in particular I really like your mic choice/ sound editing. I'm in the market for a triumph and your video is the only one where the 3 cylinder whine isnt overpowering all the other sounds of the bike. This actually sounds great.
Thank you! 😊
Awesome video! Beautiful bike for sure. I like this video’s format. Best!
Thanks Creed 😊
The channel is perfect 👍 I love hearing that northern UK accent being an ex Yorkshireman living in Canada 🇨🇦!!! The fact you can get on such a big bike and throw it around like that is awesome 👏👏👏 I have a Trophy SE and it’s too heavy same engine as the old 1200 Tiger. When the wife gets on it with all her gear it’s really heavy. They can be a handful when going long distance touring and being stuck in traffic. Going to be heading out for 8 days in the western USA like Idaho, Montana and Washington state to see how far I can make it there and back. Keep you the great work Kate the channel is great as far as I’m concerned 👍👍👍
Thank you so much Colin. That trip sounds AWESOME!! I'm very jealous 🤪
I enjoyed this format Kate; a mix of walk-around and riding. I have an 18' Africa Twin, but I really like the look of this Triumph. Plus, I'm a sucker for tech. I would definitely enjoy all of the features of this bike.
Hey Michael, thanks for your comment. It is a pretty impressive bike for sure!
Enjoyed the review Kate, I have no real preference on your review format, other than to say mixing it up is good. Back to the bike being a 1250 GS ADV owner I'm interested in this bike the blind spot monitoring is a good safety thing to have, only thing the bike was deficient in, in my view is upper crash bars thought they would be a given on this type of bike, but that was my only gripe everything else looked good. Thank you...
Very smooth delivery of this kind of 'first-up' introduction to any new bike. Your confidence is growing and makes your videos and narration very watchable. Stay on the upward trend.
Oh, and Kudos for managing the big Explorer. I am taller than you (5' 10'') and have a Tiger 900 GT Pro, but could not take on the 1200, too big and heavy (even the 2022) for me to fully enjoy, as I know there would be occasions when the concentration goes and I would get into a pickle and down she would go. Otherwise, I'd love one.
Hey Kevin! Thanks for the kind words 😊
Hi Kate,another terrific review and what a fantastic machine.Loved it.🙂👍🏍
Aw thanks Trevor!
Been waiting for this one, Kate! Wonderful job as always! So detailed and informative. Love how sporty and aggressive you are riding. Pavement says SLOW and you throttle up!!🤣🤣🤣🤣 Grip it and Rip it! 👊🏻❤️❤️🤩
Haha glad you liked it!! 😊
Awesome review! Good looking bike too, love the swingarm! 👍🏻
Swingarm is sexy 😍
Fab review Kate, just keep em coming 👍👍😜
Cheers Mr Superduke! 🍻
Hey Kate. I always turn my bars fully right to make it easier to get the bike off the side stand. Thanks for another great review 😎🍻
Yea I know the theory, I just never apply it 🤣🤣
Cracking vlog love it. Bike looks awesome (bit tall for me 😔) especially in that colour. Look forward to future vlogs 👍🏍👍🏍👍🏍👍
Thanks Andrew!! 😊
Hi Kate, brilliant review, enjoyed so much .......👍😉
So glad Iain!
I have a 32" inseam and a tall adventure bike and I always use the cowboy mount to get on and off the bike. Makes it much easier.
Also, if the bike is leaning over too much on the stand, turn the front wheel so that it is pointing right before getting on and it is easier to shunt the bike to the upright position.
Yea, i know the theory, I just always forget to apply it 🤣 tbf, I didn't realise how steep the hill was until I tried to get it off the stand 🤣 just shows you should put some thought into where you park lol
I use the same method after cramping up once and getting my foot stuck on the seat 😂😂 and down we go with cramp on one ass cheek 🤷♂️🤷♂️ my Dad warned me getting old is not for woosies 🤣🤣🤣
You need to get yourself some upbiker wedges for your boots.
Great content Kate. Very well presented. Good roads for a bike. Will still stick to the Fireblade and Dundrod.
😊 thanks!
Excellent review. Thanks!
Thank you!
great review. the black looks good. i live in nz and have the 2020 triumph tiger 1200 XRT. am going to seriously think about getting it when they arrive here. cheers
It is a impressive bike for sure!
Howdy USERNAMEKATE! I like how you reviewed this one. Fantastic. I've been wanting to take this bike for a test ride...I have a 22 900GT...love it but been wanting a ride on the 1200...I'm going to book a ride.
Love to watch your videos...I try to make it over every year for a tiger meetup but have missed the last 2 yrs because of covid...Love to visit your lovely country! take care and thanks for the review...Cheers from Texas.
Howdy Jimmy!!! Thank you so much for your kind words 😊
About to buy one so, nice to hear your thoughts. I did take the explorer and the pro out and it was definitely a win for the explorer. Hopefully getting the black, but stock is an issue with our local dealer so, it may be blue! Great video and I am now a subscriber.
All your videos are enjoyable the Triumph looks like a great Bike to do big miles on 👍🏍
Thanks Karl!
I like the camera work on this video. I think the format is much better. As for the bike I might have a look at it. Don't forget you can use the footpeg as a step but do have in gear. I was always kicking the pillion back rest on my rocket gt and found it was better. You ride very well. 👍
Thank you! 😄 I have a few pre recorded vlogs so this won't be the new style straight away but I'm taking the feedback on board
Ooo... I quite fancy one of these. May be time to clear some space in the garage!
👍brilliant walk around very informative and a nice touch with the insurance information. Triumph have certainly got a winning bike.
It's an impressive machine
Great video 👍🏼
Thanks!
Hi Kate, Great blog, I would say you came across very natural in this blog, again with your fun sayings ( chicken one)😂. I love the fact you point out about being a shorty , but you can adapt easily to combating the obstacles of a high seat and hefty machine.This is very good for people to know, and will encourage more people to adopt your attitude 👍.Be interested to know if vibration is present at any particular rev band,and does it have a thirst problem, as it has a cross plane crankshaft.Sounds a great engine🎶🎼🎤.Your picture and sound quality is amazing .Love your channel, I have new 1250 GS , which I love. I am spreading the word in Sweden 🇸🇪 Cheers Kate🥂🏍❤️🙏
I didn't notice vibes too much and didn't think it had a drinking problem 🤣 but its gone back now unfortunately! Thanks for the compliments on the video. I appreciate that! And I'm glad you're loving your GS 😁
I tried one of the Rally's at the ABR and LOVED IT. It felt like the 900, I had to remind myself when I was careening down to a gravelly corner! Very VERY nice bike, and likely the next bike for me (house first!! :D)
I've given up on ever owning a house. I don't really know where I want to live yet.
Chris the wandering nomad - has a nice ring to it 😊
Glad you got to enjoy one at ABR :)
Great video 👍. Sooooooo much want for this bike !
Thanks Morgan! 😊
All good ,looking forward to more reviews on the GT cheers Manxman 🇮🇲👍
Thanks for the details. I was doubting I could ride this bike as I have 30" inseam but then I looked up the seat height of my old DR600 Suzuki and it was 925mm, I was real tip toe from memory but I rode that for years in Sydney traffic, don't know how I managed it. But yes you inspired me to go for it anyway. Yeah they make a lower seat part number A9701459 which I will get also.
Enjoyed the review Kate
Thanks Billy!
Nice video Kate, as usual 😊... but the roads in England seem so narrow and rutted, 😵💫 I'm scared. 🥵...Come to France, Auvergne, Ardèche, Savoie, we share our pleasure of driving on our roads ☺
We do have some rough roads here! 😊😊
Great thourigh review, plus adding the insurance quote is very important factor when deciding on a motorcycle. High insurance quotes on certain models have been a major factor when purchasing a motorcycle. In the States, The Kaw SX1000 sport tourer, the Suzuki GS1000 GT + have high insurance premiums. Most people don't factor in the insurance cost until they already purchased a motorcycle.
Great vid enjoyed it good to see triumph let you have the bike for a while so you can give us all the + n - for it
You should ask triumph about getting you the lower seat option to try
Looking forward to hearing more
Very informative madam !keep it up👍👍👍👍
Thank you Michael! 😊
Great review, Thank you.
Thanks Tony!
@@UsernameKate Very welcome! keep up the great work :-)
Nice bike, bit of a chunky beefcake. I like the shaft drive as you know and you did a good job moving it. Not sure I could 😅. Anyway thanks for a lovely vid. Stay busy but above all safe 👏👏👍👍
I'm rendered useless atm! Labyrinthitus has got me in its grasp and not letting go 🥲 it better go before the 18th July as I don't wanna cancel ANOTHER trackday 🥺
@@UsernameKate oh noooo! That can be nasty. I really hope you get well soon and continue to create great content but I’m sure you won’t rush and we will all be patient til you are well. If there’s anything I can do to help let me know. Take care. See you soon 😊
@@stephentams8940 thanks Stephen 😊
@@UsernameKate you’re welcome. Take it easy 🏍
Hi Kate, another great vid and yes I do like this format it is good and I think the other format is also is also good to
Thanks Paul! 😊
Well composed walk and push around Kate.
Doubt if it could be fixed exploring any place in central and south America.
Maybe pick it up once, but back roads make many drops possible could it still be picked up traveling solo?
Tarmac and Europe sure.
Oh lord, I wouldn't wanna drop it that's for sure haha
Nice vid like your style👍
Thank youuu!
Like this format better, always good to have some riding and a change of scenery in there.
I have a few pre recorded and pre filmed vlogs to come that aren't this format but anything I film moving forward, I'll keep the feedback in mind 😊
@@UsernameKate Like the other format well enough as well so no complaints here
look like a nice bike keep the good work up kate
Thank you 😊😊😊
Good video. I just bought a '23 GT Explorer.
Hi Kate, great to see you out and about testing the new Triumph, Its a lovely bike but !! still the 1250 GS for me and wait for the new 1300 GS , will knock the Triumph into a cocked hat !!!!!
I'm interested to see what BMW pull out the bag!
Nice vid thanks
Love the new intro!
Thanks! 😊
That Triumph is huge, would suit my 36" inside leg and 6'5" height perfectly just a shame my bank balance doesn't fit the price. I'll be getting an Explorer but it'll be around a 2014 model. Great review though
The Triumph Rally version or the Bonneville are my dream bikes as it stands! Great scenery also👍.
Got Gopro to set up next week🤞
Thank you 😁😁
@@UsernameKate Argh no sign of chinmount.....2 weeks!!!
I'd be the same regarding filling up the tank, probably defeats the object of the explorer version. It's a shame they don't let vehicles up through the gate it would be great on a bike up to the top. :)
Just looked at the price on the Triumph web site, for the bike with panniers and a top box. Sit down.......£19,700. Nice review, liked the mixture of walkround and riding, and knowing the Rivington road helps put it in perspective a bit.
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Hi Kate, great video on the triumph 1200 , where abouts was the area you did the video on , them roads look great .
Keep up the good work and your amusing banter
Hey! This is Rivington near Bolton/Horwich 😊
@@UsernameKate thankyou
I went to triumph as I'm looking at a new bike and loved this bike but the salesman kind of put me off it to the 900 instead. Testrode the tiger900 gt and I absolutely loved it. More than the tracer 9gt and s1000xr. I agree with the back wheel though wish it was slightly fatter
Great video Kate. How do you remember so much technical spec? 🤪 Keep up the excellent work! 👊
🤣🤣 Good question! Lots of research lol
@@UsernameKate and a great brain! 😁🙌
Definitely think I like this style of a walkaround.
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Great Review Kate, i actually really like it! Can i just ask, where’s were you riding when doing this review? The roads look great, definitely want to take my GS there on Wednesday!
Rivington near Bolton/Horwich 😊
Loving the look and reviews of the latest Triumph Tiger 1200 range as thinking of buying one this year to replace my Kawasaki Versys 1000 (which personally has been great bike but hey I need some new toys!) I was looking to buy the GT Pro until I saw your video of the GT Explorer. Just wondering if the 30L tank will make it too top heavy? Would you swap your GS for one of these :)
Interesting crocodile. Will you be doing a comparison with your GS? Ride safe.
Just bought a new 2024 model with fully comp insurance and protected no claims from Carole Nash at less than £200.00
Motorcycling has unfortunately become a rich persons game. Loved the video though Kate, gorgeous scenery.
Yep, bikes becoming more expensive than cars. It’s bullshit.
It's gotten wild hasn't it 🥲
Glad you enjoyed the vlog Ian!
Even street 650 bikes become so expensive and insurance is white gloves robbery, no other European country is such expensive insurance wise.
I wouldn’t need the increased fuel capacity over the GT Pro, but I do actually really like the body panel design much better. It seems more muscular and filled out more, having it extend further down the front end a bit. And oh boy, having the bike all blacked out with some silver bits thrown around does make a sharp looking bike. When it was first launched I was team blue all the way, but wow, this black Explorer is classy 👌
She is a classy girl for sure 😊
Am sure it's semi-active bouncers with electronic preload adjustment on the rear on the whole Tiger 1200 range? It was on the 1200 Pro I test rode a couple of days ago... anyway I'm sold, it's my next bike.
I like the format of your video Kate, please tell me is there still at bike meet on Thursday nights at that location on Winterhill? Not been since way before the lockdown.
Yep pasty and peas is on every Thursday until the clocks change 😊
@@UsernameKateTuesday night Eccleston delf bikers night.. Mega meet.
It's a beast, but you tamed it. Some rough looking surfaces there, but it seemed to sail right over.
Haha I try! 😄
Your helmet looks awesome 😎
It's going to be at least another year before I trade the 900XR in for something with a bit more grunt but I must admit that I am a Triumph fan after owning a Daytona 650, Street Triple R and most recently a Sprint st 1050 so the Bigger Tigger is a serious contender.
I will also ride the GS as I know a few GS owners and they all love them to bits, I have already disqualified the KTM, I had a SDGT and the electrical gremlins were as rampant as the engine when it was working properly.
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, defo try a GS. I'm a GS fangirl 🤣🤣
Nice review Kate, I think they are so close now, that you would just buy the one that gave you the best deal, IE trade in , extras, discount, mind you, you probably more likely to get a deal from BMW, as I hear a all new 1300 GS is in the pipeline 😁, so deals on the outgoing 1250 possible, where as Triumph are not likely to give deal's on a new model.
I think I much prefer this more active style of presentation to the static spec’ readings and walk-around. I imagine it’s more fun for you also, which came across in this one.
Cheers! I have a few pre recorded but anything I film from now on, I am bearing the feedback in mind 👍🏻
I have a 2020 Desert Edition - the only thing it doesn't have that I wish it did is hill hold. It weighs 50 pounds more and has 10 fewer horses than the 2023 you're driving today, but it scares the snot out of me on the regular anyway. I'm 6'3" (191 cms) and stand both feet flat, and it can be a handful - I admire your skill in managing that on two tippiest of toes.
Hey Scott, thanks for the kind words, I appreciate them! I hope you love your desert edition! 😊
@@UsernameKate I sure do - and I'm in the market for a 2nd bike, that's why I watch you and others test ride all the bikes.
I want one ! love your vlogs, are you going to the ABR festival ?
I am 😁
Hi Kate brilliant review I am wanting a new bike for touring with all the luggage and my darling wife on the back. Really liked the big 1200 triumph explorer and do like the idea of heated seats and hill assist when you have all that weight. But I allso like the African twins but not sure on if it would be powerful enough for two up and luggage. I no you have tested driven both. Just wondering what your thoughts are cheers 👍Andy
The gs/gsa has nothing to worry about
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Your name and comment 🤣🤣
Hi, love the video and the content. Maybe have a feature on different road situation i e. Filtering.
Hey Tony. Yes it was quite quiet on the roads that day! Thanks for the comment 😊
@@UsernameKate wow thank you for your reply your the first. Forgot to mention i like the insurance quote section .
@@tonyluff5856 of course I'll reply, I appreciate your comments!
Good review 👍🏻 but at around 18k my money would go on a GS , Question is would you swap your GS for the triumph?
I don't think she would the new one is still top heavy compared to the GS the old one was bloody awful for top heavyness. And rather wide in the seat.
Triumph seems to have made a great adventure bike with this in 5 different flavours, so you as you probably know Kate this is available with different size tanks, front wheel, suspension and seat height too, so you can really spec this close to what you like. Great review Kate like your enthusiasm, do you know if you move from driving cars with 9 years plus NCB to riding bikes if the reduced insurance costs on account of NCB still applies (anybody)? thanks.
Yes I like the 4 flavours too! Lots of choice 👌 and I'm not sure on the NCB front... can anyone help David?
On the NCB, I was told that NCB from a car can't be transferred to a bike, or the other way around... It can't be transferred between different vehicle types.
Just bought one after 17 gs"s what a revelation ! By by Bmw 👏👏👏
It’s a great rd over Rivvy,very technical
cool! Does it burn your feet a lot or does the GT model with a small tank cool better?)
I didnt find that at all 😊
Stylema Calibers is a bit surprising. They're very track focused calipers for better cooling. I'd expect the enclosed Calipers to keep shit out of them when offroading.
I dont know much about the ins and outs of brembos so thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Kate, have you had your own GS seat carved out & reformed by an upholsterer? I had my 1250RS seat redone, best thing I've done to the BM!
I haven't but I get on with my seat to be honest! 😊
Sorry Kate...the GT Pro gets the semi-active suspenders too🙂
I believe so! I wad deceived in my research 🤣
Was going to buy one but it would be a couple of months maybe more before they would be available so I got the v4s multistrada instead.
Format; I get pulled in by how much fun you are having (singing a plus). So for me it's a question of what is more fun for you, that's my pick
Thanks James for the feedback! How are you finding your multi?
@@UsernameKate honestly? I did not test ride it before buying it. My suprise was being comfortable and confident on it before I got home. It now has 5773 miles and I have never enjoyed a bike more in my life. It is bike number 6 for me sense 1985 and over 300k miles (not including dirt bike) and test rides of countless other bikes. I need a lambs wool cover for my old behind and plan on many many miles on her. Thank you for asking
@@jameshutchins3396 so glad you love it James, music to my ears that!
Hi Kate very impressed with your professional and funny approach..
I reckon you should give the ktm superduke 1290 gt a go. I would value your opinion as its my current bike 😍
Oh I've ridden that in my pre vlogging days when it first came out (I used to sell them) excellent excellent EXCELLENT bike
@@UsernameKate oh Katie am very impressed I've only just started following you. Looking forward to more content... First class
we've got the old UsernameKate style of review.
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It has perfect look 😍. I want it......
It does look so good! 😁
You ride awesome
Thanks!
I got desert edition with full speck just not have blind spot.. is it worth to replace? Greetings from istanbul Turkey🇹🇷
I wouldn't replace just for that reason alone! If you like the desert Edition, keep riding and enjoying it 😊
Was there a lot of handle bar vibration?
Nothing that I particularly noticed! But I do appreciate others highlight this. It just didn't strike me as an obvious annoyance if that makes sense :)
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what do you think is a better value , the Tiger or the Tracer GT +?
new 1250 GSA, Multistrada V4s, Pan America, KTM 1290 or new Tiger 1200 best for you?)
I haven't ridden them all so I can't comment yet 😁
Love from GilGit ❤️
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@@UsernameKate I'm inviting you for Pakistan trip ❤️
Camping 🏕️ trout fishing 🎣
And mountain bikeing