Thank you Kendoji, I really try to keep it slow and simple because I don't like to repeat myself...hehe. Greetings from Germany!

And I'm not a Triumph "fan boy" either. 🤔 Yes, try the 1250, it handles the weight a little better than the 1200, but the 1200 looks better imho.

LOL, you're welcome! I had a riding buddy back in the States that had a 1200 Trophy, we'd swap bikes some times and it was a great bike, it did every thing well, I really like the look of it. But in the end Triumph just couldn't sell enough of them...oh well.

LOL! Thanks willraven7, yea, I need to go home soon... I miss it.

Thank you! I've owned two F150's, in fact I had to sell my last one before I moved to Germany :( that was a sad day. Love them, as soon as I move back to the States, I'll get me one again. The 1200 Tiger is a good machine, a bit top heavy for me but still if you don't mind that, or are a taller guy, then it's not a problem. Ride safe, Scott

Thanks. This was the worst weather conditions I've ever filmed under. Cold, rain, wind, you would not believe the amount of footage I had to cut out cause you simply could not see because of the rain drops on the camera lenses.

Hi Samsara, yea, it was cold, windy and wet, not a good combination, I had already delayed the review of this bike for 8/9 days, made several appointments to ride it and cancelled them all cause of the weather. I was so frustrated after cancelling/delays/waiting that I just did it, regardless of the weather, and I think that this frustration is what you see in the video. The "damn the torpedo's full speed ahead" mentality of my personality showed through. You will see me back to my normal level of professionalism and talking speed in my next video, you have my word. :)

Thank you. Yes, I'm an American but I currently live in Germany. take care, Scott

There is a reason for that. Sales. But no, it is compared in several "comparo's" they are just rare.

Hi Sanandan, thank you. Which would I pick between these two bikes? The GS, it's simply better at everything, which is what an adventure bike is supposed to be. Cheers from Germany!

Just wait till the new Tiger 1200 comes out this April, lighter, weight is lower...everything is better, well, they always say that, I hope to do a review of one as soon as it comes to the dealer 😁👍

Hello, and thank you. 1200 vs. 800, I like the 800, mainly cause it is so light and the 1200 is so top heavy, almost 40 kg difference. Travel, hmm...that's a hard question...hmm...depends on what you are looking for in a travel bike really, if you are going to do any off road I'd choose the 800, but 100% on road, then both are very good. Bulletproof, I have never owned a Triumph, so I cannot give any advice there. Ah, the Africa Twin question. It's been a few years since I've ridden one but the Twin is probably the best adventure bike in off-road conditions, well I'd say it's a tie with the KTM Super Adventure. On road, the Triumphs might be ahead of it but not by much.

@@NothingToProve Thank you for reply. I am looking to travel in 99% on road... Africa Twin AS is around 1.5k eur more expensive than Tiger 800 XCA but service and running cost are cheaper in ATAS and I read that Tiger is not the most reliable... that's why I worry a bit of Tiger...

Motor Suzuki Hey, I had a 2017 Tiger XRT and then switched to a 2017 Africa Twin DCT. The Tiger was absolutely wonderful. Incredible fit, finish and tons of gadgets that made it a fantastic and comfortable sports touring bike. I only ride on road and the Tiger was just about perfect. So why did I swap? The Tiger’s triple engine never excited me the way a rumbling twin does, so once I’d tried an AT and heard the roar of those twin cylinders I was sold. The AT is lovely, but on road the Tiger handles better and is more comfortable. If you like triples I’d recommend the Tiger for on road sports touring. But if you come from cruisers and love the braaawp of a twin, you might just prefer the AT. And the AT is better off road of course. When it comes to reliability I think both bikes have their issues, but I consider the Tiger more bombproof. Honda cut some corners with the AT as you’ll read on the forums.

@@Kendoji1 Thank you a lot ! :)

I've had both and 4 tigers overall. Currently have the bike on the video. For adventure travel (which is always without a pillion) 800 is the way to go indeed due to the weight and also lets not forget its beautiful unique sound. For touring long distance without dirt, there is no comparison, this one is better. Both Bullet proof. Out of the 4 I had he bweird electrical problem on one of the 800s and the clutch cylinder broke on this after 25K miles. So, super reliable one of the best reasons why I'm so loyal to the brand.

BMW R 1250 GS/A

Thank you for the quick response! I have the 1290 sdr, but it is not for long trips. Shopping the versys 1000, 1250 gsa, multistrada, tiger 1200, and super adventure. I appreciate your feedback.

I also own a 1290SDR, and if you're into absolute power, being a SDR owner like me, then I'd also consider the 1290SA for a trip. Just depends on what you want to focus on...power (SA) or refinement (GSA). Good luck with trying to decide... :)

@@NothingToProve thank you very much! I definitely like power, but I cannot give in to the unique look of the SA. But I plan to ride them all and decide.

But this gentleman will obviously point to the GS... Since he is a BMW funboy!

Neither, KTM 1290 SA. But it really depends on which day you ask me...it may change.

Triumph. Hands down

Hi Pawel, it was the end of October when I test rode this bike, and it was very cold, just a few degrees above freezing, so I cannot give you a comment on the "heat" issue that others have experienced. I did not notice any heat, in fact that would have been welcomed if I could have felt some heat coming off the engine. Sorry :)

@@NothingToProve I understand :-D Thank you for your quick reply anyway :-D And yes it requires 25C and above to find it disturbing as owners say...

@DC Debates Thanks a lot for your comment. I hoped this is not that big issue, but seems it is after all... And the same opinion as other users' grate bike unless it's warm outside :(

@Larry J 100 percent true !

about 550 euros worth of saying...😢😢😢

@@NothingToProve Siri tells me that's about $669.51 in today's exchange. Ouch...

Oh, hey, maybe that's why I crashed. Thanks for the tip! :)

Typical English weather but definitely NOT English roads unless we now drive on the the right and the road signage is in Kilometres LOL!!

@@tonyvidtube It was filmed in Germany. I guess he thought English bike English weather.