Cheryl & Leslie's Triumph Tiger 800XC ADV to Alaska - Page 72

KC9BIW · 08-22-2012, 11:06 AM

I know I may be late in responding to these thread, but for me, I just got done reading it. Amazing ride. For the last year I have been trying to upgrade my KLR, and after reading about the Tigers, it helped me make up my mind. I ended up picking on up yesterday for a matter of a fact. :) Can't wait to get out there and put some miles on it.

Again, amazing trip, looked like a blast!

soph9 · 08-22-2012, 05:36 PM

Congrats! Great to hear going from a KLR to a TIger. I think you will enjoy the extra power! Thanks for commenting on the RR...even though it's been over a year we still look back on this trip with fond memories!

ThumperStorm · 09-07-2012, 06:06 AM

I just finished up with this ride report and thoroughly enjoyed it . You certainly have a gift for words. I love all the information you provided on the bikes. I wish more RR's would include that. For me, it made this the best report I have ever read. Thank you.

soph9 · 09-07-2012, 06:16 AM

Thanks nice to hear...it was one hell of a trip...since then we have bought new 2013 BMW F800GS bikes and MANY have inquired as to why? While the Tigers are no doubt one of the most comfy ADV bike we have ever been on (Due to the Triumph Gel seats) we just did not feel it the day we bought new bikes. This in no way takes away from our review of this bike. It's a great bike.

When pricing out both bikes today, the BMW gives us more for our money. We have luggage that can transfer to the new BMW's. That in itself saved us $4000. BMW has a 3 year unlimited warranty up here plus roadside. BMW has those handle bar controls I love. So in the end...we did buy BMW's and wish BMW would have the same seat as the Triumph. If they ever learn from their competitor and vice versus both bikes would be fantastic. Thanks for stopping by and the kind comments!

slide · 09-07-2012, 06:22 AM

BMW saddles seem to work very well for few but not at all for many. I suggest you guys at least look at custom saddle makers such as Rencazo taking a piece of the $4k saved and apply there.

I had a Rencazo on my KTM LC8. Made a HECK of a diff.

soph9 · 09-07-2012, 06:28 AM

We have Renazco from our 650's...I am going to look into getting that seat modified for both of us to make them lower. We just need to see if Renazco can do this or someone local. Thanks for the input.

MrKiwi · 09-08-2012, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soph9

Thanks nice to hear...it was one hell of a trip...since then we have bought new 2013 BMW F800GS bikes and MANY have inquired as to why? While the Tigers are no doubt one of the most comfy ADV bike we have ever been on (Due to the Triumph Gel seats) we just did not feel it the day we bought new bikes. This in no way takes away from our review of this bike. It's a great bike.

When pricing out both bikes today, the BMW gives us more for our money. We have luggage that can transfer to the new BMW's. That in itself saved us $4000. BMW has a 3 year unlimited warranty up here plus roadside. BMW has those handle bar controls I love. So in the end...we did buy BMW's and wish BMW would have the same seat as the Triumph. If they ever learn from their competitor and vice versus both bikes would be fantastic. Thanks for stopping by and the kind comments!

Thanks for the update, I was just talking with a mate of mine who I had told about your trip last year and he had asked what bikes you are now riding. We spent the last two days in different bike shops looking at the latest models. I've pretty much made up my mind to get a Tiger 800XC as my next bike because in this part of the world the Tiger XC is about $6000 cheaper and the extras are also cheaper. Still, buying a bike is such a personal thing and I can understand why you stuck with the BMW's. Happy riding...

soph9 · 09-08-2012, 09:13 PM

You are right about buying a bike...I am struggling with the fact I am vertically challenged and meeting the needs for height on the 800GS. My partner has 1 inch on me in seam wise and with the low seat she looks perfect on the 800. For me I am switching back and forth in my head. Maybe a Tiger XC cause I fit the bike and I know I would have the power I feel we are lacking in our present bikes...or stick with the new 700GS and just admit perhaps that is my size bike height wise. Back and forth...going to talk to my sales rep...he is a great guy and give great advise to me.

Have to go back to the dealer and sit and think....Cheryl is happy with her new 800GS and I am sort of in limbo. I guess I could wish for worse things to be pondering eh?

kingofZroad · 11-07-2012, 07:22 PM

After reading your ride report (loved it) and riding multiple bikes... I just purchased a 2012 Tiger 800xc!!!

Thanks for the great report and honest review of the bike!

soph9 · 11-07-2012, 07:24 PM

Congrats...you got a great bike! Glad you got a chance to read this report...was great while it lasted!

We both ended up with '13 BMW F800GS...for numerous reasons but still LOVE the Tiger....enjoy and be safe!

Sound Farm · 01-22-2013, 08:46 AM

WOW awesome report - very informative and then I went over to your site and spent a few more hours picking up knowledge!!! Thanks for all your information.
I too have been trying to decide between the two 800s or a 990 and this and your website have really helped
Thanks again - Keep it up girls :)

soph9 · 01-22-2013, 08:55 AM

thanks for stopping by the RR and BLOG. Good luck in your search...all three bikes are nice but all three are different as well.

soph9 · 05-26-2013, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sound Farm

WOW awesome report - very informative and then I went over to your site and spent a few more hours picking up knowledge!!! Thanks for all your information.
I too have been trying to decide between the two 800s or a 990 and this and your website have really helped
Thanks again - Keep it up girls :)

What did you finally get? Just curious.

08-22-2012, 05:36 PM	#1067
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	Congrats! Great to hear going from a KLR to a TIger. I think you will enjoy the extra power! Thanks for commenting on the RR...even though it's been over a year we still look back on this trip with fond memories! __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

09-07-2012, 06:06 AM	#1068
ThumperStorm Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2012 Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota Oddometer: 166	I just finished up with this ride report and thoroughly enjoyed it . You certainly have a gift for words. I love all the information you provided on the bikes. I wish more RR's would include that. For me, it made this the best report I have ever read. Thank you. __________________ "Maybe you ain't in a rut, maybe you're in a ditch, way over your head." Don Marshall

09-07-2012, 06:16 AM	#1069
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	Thanks nice to hear...it was one hell of a trip...since then we have bought new 2013 BMW F800GS bikes and MANY have inquired as to why? While the Tigers are no doubt one of the most comfy ADV bike we have ever been on (Due to the Triumph Gel seats) we just did not feel it the day we bought new bikes. This in no way takes away from our review of this bike. It's a great bike. When pricing out both bikes today, the BMW gives us more for our money. We have luggage that can transfer to the new BMW's. That in itself saved us $4000. BMW has a 3 year unlimited warranty up here plus roadside. BMW has those handle bar controls I love. So in the end...we did buy BMW's and wish BMW would have the same seat as the Triumph. If they ever learn from their competitor and vice versus both bikes would be fantastic. Thanks for stopping by and the kind comments! __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

09-07-2012, 06:22 AM	#1070
slide A nation in despair Joined: Jul 2003 Location: NM, USA Oddometer: 21,041	BMW saddles seem to work very well for few but not at all for many. I suggest you guys at least look at custom saddle makers such as Rencazo taking a piece of the $4k saved and apply there. I had a Rencazo on my KTM LC8. Made a HECK of a diff. __________________ Why be born again when you can just grow up?

09-07-2012, 06:28 AM	#1071
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	We have Renazco from our 650's...I am going to look into getting that seat modified for both of us to make them lower. We just need to see if Renazco can do this or someone local. Thanks for the input. __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

08-22-2012, 11:06 AM	#1066
KC9BIW Adventurer Joined: Sep 2010 Location: Redmond, WA Oddometer: 14	I know I may be late in responding to these thread, but for me, I just got done reading it. Amazing ride. For the last year I have been trying to upgrade my KLR, and after reading about the Tigers, it helped me make up my mind. I ended up picking on up yesterday for a matter of a fact. :) Can't wait to get out there and put some miles on it. Again, amazing trip, looked like a blast!

09-08-2012, 09:13 PM	#1073
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	You are right about buying a bike...I am struggling with the fact I am vertically challenged and meeting the needs for height on the 800GS. My partner has 1 inch on me in seam wise and with the low seat she looks perfect on the 800. For me I am switching back and forth in my head. Maybe a Tiger XC cause I fit the bike and I know I would have the power I feel we are lacking in our present bikes...or stick with the new 700GS and just admit perhaps that is my size bike height wise. Back and forth...going to talk to my sales rep...he is a great guy and give great advise to me. Have to go back to the dealer and sit and think....Cheryl is happy with her new 800GS and I am sort of in limbo. I guess I could wish for worse things to be pondering eh? __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

11-07-2012, 07:22 PM	#1074
kingofZroad Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Montrose, CO Oddometer: 225	After reading your ride report (loved it) and riding multiple bikes... I just purchased a 2012 Tiger 800xc!!! Thanks for the great report and honest review of the bike!

11-07-2012, 07:24 PM	#1075
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	Congrats...you got a great bike! Glad you got a chance to read this report...was great while it lasted! We both ended up with '13 BMW F800GS...for numerous reasons but still LOVE the Tiger....enjoy and be safe! __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

01-22-2013, 08:46 AM	#1076
Sound Farm Art x Science Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Des Moines IA Oddometer: 65	WOW awesome report - very informative and then I went over to your site and spent a few more hours picking up knowledge!!! Thanks for all your information. I too have been trying to decide between the two 800s or a 990 and this and your website have really helped Thanks again - Keep it up girls :) __________________ 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC 99 KTM Adventure-R 640 (sold) Garmin 550

01-22-2013, 08:55 AM	#1077
soph9 ^OP Bike Addict Joined: Nov 2009 Location: Maple Ridge, BC Canada Oddometer: 1,991	thanks for stopping by the RR and BLOG. Good luck in your search...all three bikes are nice but all three are different as well. __________________ Cheryl & Leslie's 44 day Tiger 800XC Alaska ADV OUR BLOG 2010 F650GS Cross Country RR '13 BMW F800GS

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