Triumph Tiger 800 XC and Tiger Explorer 1200 Review: Cat Video

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The Tiger 800 XC and Tiger Explorer 1200 are a direct attack on BMW's F800GS Siegfried and R1200GS Roy, but the Triumphs are well capable of standing on their own merits. That raises another question, which big cat to take home? OneWheelDrive.Net puts the two Tigers to the test to find out, in our take on that standard internet meme - the cat video.
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@homiedclown19 9 жыл бұрын

Just found you guys, loved the review. Subscribed

@sandman7623 5 жыл бұрын

Ran a 1200 GS and a 1200 Explorer on my Tiger 800. Rolling start at 30mph to 115mph. I stayed within one length at 115mph. Not worth worrying about. And with the weight difference, greater "flickability" and better mpg, the 800 is the better machine. In my humble opinion, of course!

@Berrfer 5 жыл бұрын

I have an orange 2012 800 xc. From nyc to Colorado 4.300 miles round trip, between gs 1200, explorer 1200, yam teneré 1200, and everybody felt in love with the first generation xc. 22.000 miles on it and just oil changes and gas. That's it.

@dbauernf 11 жыл бұрын

As always, one of the best channels with motorcycle content.. reviews or nutcase ramblings!

@pg5142 9 жыл бұрын

Great review guys. Really appreciated with a touch of humour.

@cider999 10 жыл бұрын

One of the best bike reviews I've EVER seen!

@lonric62 11 жыл бұрын

This is the best review on the new tiger out there. good job man.

@Animhater 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this OFF-ROAD review! I've had my 2012 800 XC for about 6 mos and am planning a 3400 miles trip around the Western United States. All videos, for research, that I've come across(including Triumph's own website) gives jack for any off-roading review or capability. Especially for the Explorer. I'm looking at up-grading to that one for this trip. I love my 800 XC, but I test rode the Explorer yesterday and I must say, what a bike! Even if I don't upgrade I will still be super happy.

@doelpuntloos 11 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 800xc yesterday! can't wait for it to arrive in 2 weeks! you review is one of the reasons i wanted one!

@sgtunix 11 жыл бұрын

As always - fantastic review! I can't wait until the next review... I have an 800GS myself, not going to replace it, but if I were buying a new bike now I'd seriously consider the XC as well. Cheers from South Africa

@kombinator5621 7 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my tiger 800 xc which might be why I love this review, either way bias or un-bias, really great job gentlemen. One of the best reviews I have seen, it's a shame you all don't make content any more. Subbed anyway just in case lol.

@imgoingforaride 10 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review and comparison, the best i have seen to date. I have been looking at both for long distance touring with both black top and dirt roads and i was looking at the 800 but now i'm very interested in the 1200 and will have to go and try one now. Thanks for not beating around the bush as well and calling it as you see it. Very much appreciated .

@EncouragementCoach 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! Very informative!

@bugs86bunny 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great review - topical, concise and informative. I have been giving a lot of thought to these bikes in comparison to others and you've swung it for me. Now to find a dealer in Chile! :)

@kkdtoro 11 жыл бұрын

One of the best vehicle reviews that I have seen.

@paulhockey5 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome review as always. Keep it up.

@LTFRFireman 11 жыл бұрын

what a great review. thanks for putting it up here

@mac6460 10 жыл бұрын

Great review, I was torn between both bikes but finally opted for the 1215 xc. Two weeks camping kit and sometimes two up swung it for me. But I did test ride both bikes and loved them.

@locoslair 9 жыл бұрын

Did you like both bikes the same? I have a Vstrom 650 and was thinking about the 1215 but...? I want to do a lot of street riding out west and wanted something more powerful!

@Cornbreads_Place 7 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the review. Was torn between the two but this really helped steer be towards the 800. Looks like loads of fun.

@XenonOzHID 11 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done, comprehensive and real world. Thank you.

@cedomir024 11 жыл бұрын

Really a great review! keep it up!

@srhintz 3 жыл бұрын

Love the humor. Good review.

@42gasman 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome review Neil ! Love the quirky humor bits, especially the squinty-eyed BMW face. I moved from a Yamaha Raider to a TIger 800 XC last week in part thanks to reviews like yours. I'm no Bubba Stewart, but having fun on dirt roads (where no cruiser would dare venture). I've owned 4 yamaha's but I went with Tiger 800 over Super tenere cuz it just "felt right" !. (even in America, bigger is not always better) thanks again !

@879doogie 11 жыл бұрын

great video. loved the reviews. do these kitty cats require any special maintenance? such as cans of tuna, raw meat or cat nip? i thinking about adopting the 800XC....and him mr. bigglesworth.

@carbonarc23 11 жыл бұрын

Love you reviews, thanks

@psittacid 10 жыл бұрын

Just bought an 800XC but have not had a chance to ride off road yet. I have been surprised by the on-road performance, though. There is a much smaller fun differential between it and my Ducati than I thought and I am really enjoying riding it. I put some Caribou cases with Hepco Becker racks on it and they seem rock-solid (the dealer couldn't GIVE me the Triumph cases...and they offered!). I though I would keep the Ducati, but am having second thoughts. It's just not that much more fun.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for the complement.

@heylookimfat 11 жыл бұрын

I do believe that you give the best motorcycle reviews on youtube. If you review the new Honda 500 series I will love you forever!

@lylyyuk 11 жыл бұрын

Really great review

@MrBigjdub76 11 жыл бұрын

really good review. im glad i found you. am subscribing now.

@anthonyrgray 10 жыл бұрын

An excellent review and comparison. I just put a deposit down on the 1200 XC. This will be more suited for my longer distances on the Tarmac loaded up with occasional gravel type off roads. I think both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses. Both have great character and are great and for your buck compared with the competition.

@philhipkiss9020 11 жыл бұрын

A good balanced review. I've just bought an 800 XC and it does everything it should plus a bit more. Tour, light trail or fun road trips it has it all. If Steve McQueen was around today, he'd more likely be on this rather than the bonnie.

@shadetreesurgeon 10 жыл бұрын

Great review, I've been lusting after a tiger

@mmmmbeeeeer 10 жыл бұрын

would love to see you do a comparo between the 800xc and the F800GS/GSA - or even a review of the F800GSA and your thoughts on the differences with the 800XC.

@weld3871 10 жыл бұрын

After my 400DRZ is paid off. I will be getting the 2014 800 XC "SE" I was looking at the BMW 800 GS until I went to the Triumph dealership to get some parts for a tune on my DRZ...

@paddyoclown 11 жыл бұрын

excellent review

@KeukaRyder 11 жыл бұрын

Don't know a millimeter from a gas meter but you do give good review! I enjoyed your Alaska and Baja trips. Will you be doing any new rides/tours?

@BigRedSnuffy 10 жыл бұрын

Great review. Is that area outside of Vancouver (eh?)

@donb5230 10 жыл бұрын

LOVE this video. And my 800 XC.

@rzu7120 9 жыл бұрын

"Bendy specials..." I love it!

@johnmichael6876 10 жыл бұрын

A big thing that is rarely mentioned is the Tiger 1200 is a pretty big bike. If you are 5' 9" and under,and less than, say 175Lbs this bike is way too big for you. The 1200 XC for a guy my size (6' 2" 250Lbs) it a toy that I can throw around in the dirt, on the road...anywhere. I see very small men reviewing the bike complaining about the bike saying its too big too ride off-road. To this I say: "stick to a bike suited for your size, don't give an opinion on a bike that you have no business riding in the first place. Review an 800,or smaller cause that is a suitable bike for you." OneWheelDrive is the first guy I've seen on here capable of riding the 1200 and having a valid opinion on it. Thanks for that!

@T2003Cubs 7 жыл бұрын

Same thing with bikes like the Super Tenere. That there is a fat lady..............

@ghostldr 7 жыл бұрын

John Michael bingo.

@FirePilot2020 11 жыл бұрын

What's that helmet the 800 rider is wearing, the ds with a gold back? Excellent video by the way, thinking about picking up an 800. 0.0

@dozerjohn 11 жыл бұрын

I wish you people could get your hands on xt660z tenere, is it still unavailable in Canada?

@UTubeGangstaMan 11 жыл бұрын

Great review! I agree with a lot of what you say. I know both bikes quite well. Rode the Explorer through Morocco last spring for 10 days (won the contest!) and bought a 800XC last summer. Explorer is great but the 800XC is definitely more fun. I

@sleekitwan 9 жыл бұрын

Interesting review, great scenery, mud-plugging. But hey, you missed some wordplay - what about 'clawing their way up the mountain', or 'falling off is not a cat-astrophe'? Anyway, I liked the 'tall engine wearing the fuel tank as a hat' -that's very nice indeed. Where's the electric motor/regen braking in the front hub though?! Cars are way ahead, and I am dying to see a two-wheel drive bike - you? Darn, then there's your whole channel name to reconsider...!

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

It's really quite quite good. If you're more on the dirt side of things, you might want a little more ground clearance, but it's got tons more than the DL650.

@interceptintercept 11 жыл бұрын

great video!! keep it up!!

@chainsawversustree 10 жыл бұрын

What's the road dirt split in % for the 800? it looks more road orientated! Frikin great review by the way.

@mikeinajeep 11 жыл бұрын

Great video!! They are both great bikes but I'm having trouble with the price. I really want a bigger shaft drive.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

I generally slot the MTS 1200 S under sport-touring, and at that it's one of the best in the class.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, we can't speak to the reliability long term as we only had the bikes for a month to film. BMW is solid, and now has a great warranty. I'm not familiar with the Triumph warranty, but the bikes are well and conservatively engineered in my opinion.

@Kodiak31415 11 жыл бұрын

If I remember correctly you're relatively tall. How did you find the wind protection/buffeting on the tiger 1200? Both of the r1200gs and multistrada 1200 give me an excessive amount of wind buffet that becomes a colossal annoyance after an hour on the interstate.

@johnkdaugherty 11 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

I cam away really impressed with the Tiger 800 XC. My only big issue is that I would like to have seem more ground clearance. I took it though a very challenging rock garden following a friend on a KTM 690 Enduro R and got high centred. That said it was a mid-sized adventure bike out riding with an enduro, so well outside its comfort zone.

@fr0103 7 жыл бұрын

The BMW R1200RT is a sport-touring "street" bike and is NOT designed for off-road use, such as the R12GS. The RT should NOT be mentioned in this review.

@Blinducho 11 жыл бұрын

....very good journalist. Nice review!

@tH0d0RHs 11 жыл бұрын

excellent! reminds me how happy i feel to have the lighter f800gs and not the bulky 1200 adv... hats off to triumph for making such refined bikes in this category... too bad 800xc wasnt out back in early 2009, surely i would have test driven too...

@LuisMarceloLopez 11 жыл бұрын

GUYS, FANTASTIC VIDEO REVIEW!! GREAT LOVELY MACHINES!! TIGER 800 XC LOOKS LIKE THE ONE I WOULD CHOOSE FOR A BIG MOTORCYCLE ADVENTURE TRIP ;) ;)

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

I'm 6"2', the air flow on the Explorer 1200 with the windscreen in the up-most position was really good. I generally use the Icon Variant, which is a beaked helmet, and there was only minimal buffeting. WAY BETTER than the Multi! I can't speak to the new R1200GS though.

@vonotto44 11 жыл бұрын

The 800 XC has a flaw with the passenger rear sets. A buddy of mine low sided his on a gravel rd and broke the rear set right off. The 800 does not have a rear sub-frame so the bike was basically totaled.

@rex4x4 11 жыл бұрын

Once again man great video .... Loved the 800 ... If u were to own one of these which one would it be ?? Really ?? Lol

@FearlessRabbit 11 жыл бұрын

Best Tiger review out there, and believe me, I watched them all. I still have my doubts about picking a flavor however. My major concern in picking 800xc over 1200 is two-up performance. What`s fellow KZfaqrs` take on 800xc with pillion and baggage?

@hugodacosta 11 жыл бұрын

Both BMW and Triumph have a great presence here in my city (Barcelona). Both staff are very profesional and friendly. The GS has a 10000km service gap, the Triumph 15000km. The Triumph is also cheaper and more well equipped.

@lukelloyd1985 5 жыл бұрын

Good review although I am still unsure which bike to go for lol

@madjak30 11 жыл бұрын

Neil, you need to make more videos...very entertaining and informative. I'm thinking of getting a second bike (can't talk myself into selling my MT-01), and I think the 800 is a perfect size engine class...Goldie Locks if you will... Anyway, thanks for the great video. Later.

@jakegti3 11 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'4, 250 lbs and to tall for sport bikes at a comfortable feel. I want a Bike I can take camping and travel day to day on. what would you suggest?

@luckyjim51 11 жыл бұрын

Small back country bikes or road bikes...?

@FranciscaBahamondesWalters 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video!

@BrianWest58 11 жыл бұрын

Finally an offering of a decent 800 to consider replacing my '07 DL1000 ! Unless Suzuki actually follows through with the 2014 concept of course.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Really, tough call. I'd be split between the Explorer XC and R1200GS. So would recommend looking at the areas where you are traveling, and comparing that to the dealer support in those areas should anything go wrong. I'd also talk to your local dealers to determine the cost of ownership for both bikes over the long term. Once those are elements are factored into your choice, maybe that will help? Then go with the one that makes your heart sing just a little more ;)

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Off road most definitely! The Baja is amazing territory for riding either sport or dirt though.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Good choice of bike. Let us know how it treat you? What's the first adventure?

@adenbuford7396 10 жыл бұрын

"OMG, Its a BMW without those squinty looking headlights". BOL. I'm picking up a squinty F700GS soon.

@LASadvgrrl 11 жыл бұрын

I think if you try the new F8 with a seat like I got made from SLIM aka Janice in Vancouver you might notice a whole new bike with the ESA...look forward to your review because we rode the Tigers for 44 days and thought they were a great bike....BMW got some things right with the '13 version and we are quite happy with our decision especially with the lean look and tank under the seat.

@markkulyas2418 5 жыл бұрын

I'm talking hwy miles, 800 vs 1200, is there any advantages between the two bikes on the hwy.

@onewheeldrive 5 жыл бұрын

1200 wins on mile and km eating hands down. 800 consumes a bit less fuel if that's a consideration.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

That is the Icon Variant Battlescar.

@blackfam972 11 жыл бұрын

I'm at 30,000 miles on my XC and its been awesome.

@adosq 8 жыл бұрын

Perfect and funny review ;)

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

The 2014 DL-Big? Word is Suzuki is indeed heading down that path. Though insiders are saying there will still be no option for spoked-rims.

@hugodacosta 11 жыл бұрын

Yesterday I tried the Explorer 1200 (not the XC), and today the new air cooled R1200GS. In my opinion, I can't decide wich one is better. I also tried the Super Teneré, and I also liked it. I plan to do road trips (75% of the time) and some light/medium off road. What bike would you choose? Explorer XC, GS1200 or the Super Teneré?

@denleemel 6 жыл бұрын

Hugo Brás Da Costa KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

@MCTeck 11 жыл бұрын

Too bad Triumph didn't fit the 800 w/ tubeless spoke wheels.I would hate to have to change a tube on the trail. They should offer tubeless as an option on the 800.Other than that, The Triumph[s] have that sweet 3cyl motor!

@TolgaSAdventures 11 жыл бұрын

I really love this bikes and hope to buy one. But i wish they could provide COMBINED ABS for more safety in emergency.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

RE the ABS, yep, activation/deactivation is a pain in the ass. that said you can be quite aggressive with front wheel braking with it on, before it kicks in. Nope, BMW hasn't shut the door. We're working on landing a 2013 F800GS for review, but these things take time.

@trevorwray 11 жыл бұрын

agreed. The ducati is a great bike for street touring, but certainly not what you want to be using on all terrains.

@DustySquitoNM 11 жыл бұрын

My god..The cat puns just kept coming. My buddy has an 800XC, and after some old lady plowed it over in a parking lot, he went out and got another brand new one. That's about as high praise of a bike as I can think of.

@sparkyobrian6417 7 жыл бұрын

I wanted the 1200 xc , I really did, until I started seeing all the blown 1200 engines, quite common still, several before 10,000 mi. sad really, hope they fix it.

@doelpuntloos 11 жыл бұрын

thanks, the plans are to take it to the south of France this summer, but first i'm gonna put some kilometers on it

@sauberc92 8 жыл бұрын

well this video made it. i am going to buy one tomorrow instead of modifying my cb500x with the rally raid stage 3.

@SineOccasu 11 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review sir, I look forward to more in the near future. This is one of the bikes (800XC) I would love to have in addition to my DR650. One day when finances allow!! As an aside, how do you rate the Icon Variant Construct you were wearing?

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

We are plotting a return to the Baja in Spring of 2013. Smaller bikes this time ;)

@AlucardNosferatu666 11 жыл бұрын

Take a look at the awesomerider videos. They are based in the UK and are doing a lot of offroad stuff.

@hugobear1 10 жыл бұрын

nice one - it's made me decide to buy one..... £5k cheaper than a GS1200 so I can keep my Fireblade too!

@1down4up78 6 жыл бұрын

I love Blades, oldskool 96/98 excite me more than my misses.

@dahveed284 11 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I'd like to sell my 1150 GSA and move to a 800XC. I hope they are more reliable then the BMW stuff.

@KingCast65 3 жыл бұрын

Oh they are.

@onewheeldrive 11 жыл бұрын

Oil Change Style service every 6,000 mi/10,000km Major Service (Valves, Oil, Plugs) @ 12,000 mi/ 20,000km and 24,000mi/40,000km You can download the manual at the Triumph Website, it has a full service schedule in it.

@ronaldovecchiato1434 10 жыл бұрын

Comprei uma Tiger, na triple em SP, paguei a vista e estou tomando maior canseira, não entregam a moto...

@alexsp7086 11 жыл бұрын

ICON VARIANT one of the best Helmets

@pcasso87 10 жыл бұрын

Im stuck deciding between the Tiger 800XC and the F800GS Adventure. BMW is around 4 grand more than the equally specced Triump. Decisions Decisions :(

@snmart2 9 жыл бұрын

I was in the same dilema, all you have to do is ride both... for me it was the Tiger eyes closed and that's what I bought. Less gadgets but better suspension and the engine makes all the difference, smooth as silk and more power than the BMW. My two cents

@jothain 9 жыл бұрын

N-SPEC .Racing Been wondering to get "adventure bike". Been looking much into F???GS series, but just recently figured out that Tiger 800 XC would be an good option too. And I'm actually now much more interested in Tiger just because of better engine imo. Although many reviews also claim they're generally well build, which can't be said about the latest BMW's that apparently have quite a bit of technical problems. Though right now I'm more in mood to upgrade my street bike as 800 XC is bit too expensive for now to upgrade (also).

@yair1956 11 жыл бұрын

The 800 should be consider as medium size not to compare with the Big Guys,I do agree that all the big guys trying to match the benchmark that the reputed GS established. They all great machines, end it all will end with the way the appeal to you, & how deep your hand can reach into your pocket, it's been mentioned that the Dealer Network is very impotent, as well, I'm planing a long trip from SoCal to Argentina, Triumph is offering a very little support over there Vs BMW & Yamaha or Suzuki

@travisbickle7931 10 жыл бұрын

look at how much those bags flop around though....

@AlucardNosferatu666 11 жыл бұрын

Sure but the Triumph service is more expensive than the BMW service since the engine is more complicated. Talking about the 8GS and 8XC here. 10k service on my GS is 100€ 10k service on my brothers XC is 180€ 20k service on GS is 190€ 20k service on XC 330€ 30k service on GS is 150€ 30k service on the tiger 260€ Even saw some guys paying more than 600€ their service on the Tiger. The new LC engine is even easier to service than the old one. I'm expecting the same result.