Thinking of jumping into the Tiger pool.

[wsplrll]

Well I have stuck my toe in the waters by test riding a Tiger. First mistake. So now I have been thinking that I need to seriously consider owning this bike. I have a Speed Triple and love the engine. But more and more the riding I tend to do is longer jaunts.

So - found a 2009 demo that looks basically new and will have the full warranty.

Just over 9k with the dealer cash. I can also get the hard bags for half price. Seems like a pretty good deal.

I just might go for it. I have already posted my V-Strom for sale so that decision is made. Like that bike a lot - but it doesn't excite me.

[bomber]

my 07 Tiger is an all-weather interceptor that I ahppily ride anywhere, any time. It gobbles mile better than I do, and has been very reliable thus far (approx 35K miles) . . . . . you won't regret it.

[Rincewind]

So - found a 2009 demo that looks basically new and will have the full warranty.

Just over 9k with the dealer cash. I can also get the hard bags for half price. Seems like a pretty good deal.

If it's a demo, doesn't it qualify for the $1000 in accessories?  Or is that what you mean as part of the 'dealer cash.'?  I'd think they could throw-in the bags as part of the promotional deal, if it was considered a new bike.  BUT the bags are really small versus the aftermarket options.  

$9k does seem like a good price, good luck Tiger hunting.

[wsplrll]

The deal is 1000.00 clothing or accessories or 650.00 dealer cash. Any accessories they are probably going to go on MSRP.

So I thought about doing it a number of ways but the 650.00 cash applied to the already reduced bike combined with bags for 1/2 off seemed pretty good.

I could get a new ABS model for about 11,300.00 but this seems like a decent deal. 2009 Tigers are not that easy to find .

[Rincewind]

Thanks for the clarification.  My dealer by Harrisburg has a slightly used 08 for $8500, which I thought was a good deal until I heard about yours.

[wsplrll]

If it is slightly used and is an 08 listed at 8500.00 that means probably could get it for 8,000.00 which is not bad.

I believe that is probably the orange one?

I have looked at most of the dealers in the area. There is a never titled 2007 for 9550.00 in Sutersville. Not sure if that is with the incentive or not?

Fun to bike shop.

[stromgal]

Since I covet a Tiger I've watched ebay and craigslist for quite some time. Have seen farkled, low-mile Tigers for 6800-8800.  FWIW.

[wsplrll]

Since I covet a Tiger I've watched ebay and craigslist for quite some time. Have seen farkled, low-mile Tigers for 6800-8800.  FWIW.

No doubt. I like the idea of the full warranty dealer serviced bike. Best of both worlds.

If I do sell my Speed Triple I am sure I won't get what it is worth.

[2DFlyer]

 love the engine.

Intoxicating isn't it?  

Anyone know how well that fairing cuts the wind?

[ScottB]

Intoxicating isn't it?  

Anyone know how well that fairing cuts the wind?

Eh... it doesn't.  Speaking as the owner of a shiny blue 2007,  wind protection isn't exactly premium.  Frankly I couldn't care less.  I put a slightly higher ZG screen on it and it's been vastly improved.

But aside from that, how can you not love the triple?  God almighty, it's like heaven on wheels.  Enjoy your new Tiger!

[Rincewind]

If it is slightly used and is an 08 listed at 8500.00 that means probably could get it for 8,000.00 which is not bad.

I believe that is probably the orange one?

I have looked at most of the dealers in the area. There is a never titled 2007 for 9550.00 in Sutersville. Not sure if that is with the incentive or not?

Fun to bike shop.

Yes it's the orange one listed on their website.  I had it for awhile when the dealer was trying to fix my idle issue.  I thought about trading on it but I prefer the Caspian Blue.  The matte black/grey SE Tiger that CAT has looks great.

On the wind protection, it is the middle of the road.  A lot more than a naked bike, but not as much as a  big touring bike.  For me, that is just right, with the stock screen.  Handguards are a great addition, as are the heated grips.

I like the idea of getting the full warranty on a demo bike - it's what I did 2-1/2 years ago.

[Stromgewehr]

I just test-rode one today.  Wow!  To me, the Tiger is the comfort of my DL1000 combined with almost the power delivery of my Bandit 1250.

So now I'm thinking, do I need two bikes, the Vee and B1250?

Decisions, decisions.......

[fireman]

I'm thinking of a 1050 as a replacement for my 2001 FZ1, but I haven't ridden one. I'm concerned about buffeting from the windscreen. The FZ1 is perfect for my height (5'10") because the wind hits me directly in the chest. I had a V Strom and hated the buffeting I got from the stock screen at all levels. So if anyone can answer my question, fell free. How does the Tiger's stock screen compare to a V strom or a gen 1 FZ1's stock screens?

[2DFlyer]

But aside from that, how can you not love the triple?  God almighty, it's like heaven on wheels.

So do you have a preference between the V4 and the triple?

[Attack Pug]

Stock tiger screen has lots of noise but makes up for it with lots of buffeting

[wsplrll]

I am pretty much sold on the Tiger as far as my next bike. I sold my Wee Strom this weekend so there is now room in the garage. I am 90% sold on the deal that I found on a demo model and the price for it and the extras.

I am just trying to decide if I should just go for the brand new 2009 Tiger also black - with ABS?????

I would still get discount off MSRP and another 650 dealer cash off. And I think the discount on the hard bags.

If I am going to only have one bike for the near future maybe I should just go ABS.

Hard to pass up a deal on a gently used Triumph with full warranty though........

[bomber]

I gpot my Tiger w/ABS because that's what they had on teh floor -- I was a reluctant convert . . . . .

Since the Tiger is my all-weather interceptor, out in all kinds of messy weather, I've been convinced that ABS will be on all my large, mile eating bikes.

Perhpas not on my Sunday morning apex strafing bike, but on anything I plan on doing serious mile with, definately. I can't say it's saved my bacon, but it certainly HAS kept me from serious embarrassment in some rain of biblical proportions.

You're faced with a tough choice -- the good news, I don't think you can choose wrong.

[Rincewind]

Mine is non-ABS, but that was mostly due to what they had in stock at the time.  I ride in a lot of mixed weather, so ABS would be real nice.  If the price is not a huge difference, the ABS will retain a slightly better resale value, and give you some extra safety.

[wsplrll]

Starting to get crappy weather here in Central PA.......

Should I hold off on pulling the trigger on a new bike that will likely sit in the garage for awhile?

I don't mind riding in the cold as long as the roads are clear.......

Seem to have a problem in pulling the trigger....

[wsplrll]

Well - finally went down in the snow on Saturday and bought the Tiger.

Today I had to ride it home and it was a bit chilly. About a 3-1/2 -4 hour ride on backroads with a lunch stop to warm up.

The Tiger is awesome. Can't wait for a warmer day with clear roads.