Triumph Tiger 800

[blacktiger]

Originally Posted by RodT

I have a set of heated grips on my 800XC, and when used on high, they make the throttle stick, has anybody else noticed this? They were installed by the dealer when i bought the bike. I used them on my last ride, and it was kind of scary when you backed off the throttle, you had to force it off, it wouldn't return on it's own (cruise control). Any Ideas? Rod

They expand with the heat so the trick is to make sure there's enough clearance at the bar ends. To add clearance simply put a washer under the barends.

[bross]

Originally Posted by RodT

I have a set of heated grips on my 800XC, and when used on high, they make the throttle stick, has anybody else noticed this? They were installed by the dealer when i bought the bike. I used them on my last ride, and it was kind of scary when you backed off the throttle, you had to force it off, it wouldn't return on it's own (cruise control). Any Ideas? Rod

They probably used ATV grips, they have a higher rating than motorcycle grips and will melt the throttle tube. ATV's don't have a throttle tube and are used in colder temps so have a higher rating to produce more heat. That's what's sticking, the throttle tube is warping and binding on the handlebar.

Only fix is a new throttle tube and motorcycle specific heated grips.

Had the same thing happen years ago on my cruiser, dealer grabbed the wrong heated grips and the first time I used them, they melted the throttle tube. Mine was warped so bad I could barely get it off the handlebar.

[The Jerk]

Originally Posted by RodT

I have a set of heated grips on my 800XC, and when used on high, they make the throttle stick, has anybody else noticed this? They were installed by the dealer when i bought the bike. I used them on my last ride, and it was kind of scary when you backed off the throttle, you had to force it off, it wouldn't return on it's own (cruise control). Any Ideas? Rod

Are these the OEM heated grips?

It's merely an issue of clearance between the throttle grip and bar end. Easiest way to fix it is simply to loosen up the screws holding the throttle grip and slide it inboard on the bar to increase the clearance between the grip and the bar end. That way when the grip expands as it gets hot, there is enough clearance so that the throttle doesn't start to bind.

[bross]

Originally Posted by The Jerk

Are these the OEM heated grips?

It's merely an issue of clearance between the throttle grip and bar end. Easiest way to fix it is simply to loosen up the screws holding the throttle grip and slide it inboard on the bar to increase the clearance between the grip and the bar end. That way when the grip expands as it gets hot, there is enough clearance so that the throttle starts to bind.

Easier fix than what I suggested. Hope it's that simple and makes sense.

[RodT]

Originally Posted by bross

They probably used ATV grips, they have a higher rating than motorcycle grips and will melt the throttle tube. ATV's don't have a throttle tube and are used in colder temps so have a higher rating to produce more heat. That's what's sticking, the throttle tube is warping and binding on the handlebar.

Only fix is a new throttle tube and motorcycle specific heated grips.

Had the same thing happen years ago on my cruiser, dealer grabbed the wrong heated grips and the first time I used them, they melted the throttle tube. Mine was warped so bad I could barely get it off the handlebar.

These grips were Triumph grips for the 800XC. Rod

[bross]

Originally Posted by RodT

These grips were Triumph grips for the 800XC. Rod

See "the Jerk's" reply.

[ButtonPushingMonkey]

I just got back from a fun off-road jaunt.....




So a couple thoughts...

The bike does pretty good going over rocky ledges and stuff but gearing is waaaayyy too high for the Rockies. I am used to having the option of tractoring over the rough stuff on the DRZ . Not a chance on the xc. Momentum is your friend. The deathwings wash out in any loose stuff but make for great powersliding. That damn kickstand flops around on every Sharp bump.

Time for...
1t down in front and up two on the rear sprockets...the dealer told me they can't change the speedo to match? What are my options there?

crash bars

A second set of rims with knobbies for sure

[RodT]

Thanks Jerk, that seemed to be the solution. Thanks Rod

[bross]

Originally Posted by ButtonPushingMonkey

Time for...
1t down in front and up two on the rear sprockets...the dealer told me they can't change the speedo to match? What are my options there?

crash bars

A second set of rims with knobbies for sure

SpeedoHealer

http://www.pashnit.com/product/speedohealer.html

[FlatlanderInVT]

Originally Posted by ButtonPushingMonkey

1t down in front and up two on the rear sprockets...the dealer told me they can't change the speedo to match? What are my options there?

Has anybody seen what TuneECU can do to these bikes yet? I was able to use it to adjust the speedo and odometer on my Sprint when I did a gearing change. Be warned though, only correct for the error you introduce, as it will apply the correction factor to both speedo and odometer, not just the speedo like the program may lead you to believe.

[The Jerk]

Originally Posted by FlatlanderInVT

Has anybody seen what TuneECU can do to these bikes yet? I was able to use it to adjust the speedo and odometer on my Sprint when I did a gearing change. Be warned though, only correct for the error you introduce, as it will apply the correction factor to both speedo and odometer, not just the speedo like the program may lead you to believe.

I used TuneECU to attempt to correct the factory speedometer error, but it did not have an effect. Maybe Triumph changed something in the way the speedometer adjustment is implemented with the new bikes and TuneECU hasn't caught up yet?

[DAKEZ]

Originally Posted by Cariboo_kid

This must put to rest any concerns that the Tigers can't handle the rough stuff. Those are some serious rocks.

You're kidding... Right?

[DAKEZ]

Originally Posted by RodT

I have a set of heated grips on my 800XC, and when used on high, they make the throttle stick, has anybody else noticed this? They were installed by the dealer when i bought the bike. I used them on my last ride, and it was kind of scary when you backed off the throttle, you had to force it off, it wouldn't return on it's own (cruise control). Any Ideas? Rod

Enjoy it.

[Cariboo_kid]

" You're kidding... Right? "

I dunno, looks kinda rough to me.


Looking back up the trail:


But then I'm more of a mud kinda guy.

[skysailor]

Headed to my Triumph dealer Monday to look at an 800 ABS. He only has yellow. Is it really ugly? Never seen on "in the flesh". If it fits, I may give it a home.
Lyle