The Tiger felt compact, solid, and… a little top-heavy. It is super comfortable, with a perfectly natural sitting position. Triumph gave it a quiet update earlier this year with a lower, tighter suspension and more precise steering, making it more manageable, but there’s no denying that the basic design has been around for a while.
That said, it’s still a strong seller and I can see why. It’s that 955cc triple engine that packs you in. The Tiger’s engine produces a thermonuclear core of prime mover, with a creamy release from zero rpm, meaning accelerating and punching a steady 100mph hole in the air is an effortless task. Even with the top case and cases fully loaded, it grinds its way relentlessly. It does get a little light on its suspension at speed though, with a soft fabric that creeps up on fast sweepers.
Nothing dramatic, just a lot of mass and kinetic energy starting to work on springs and damping rates set for comfort over high-speed control. The Tiger still efficiently transports people and luggage, but puts a lot more heart and soul into it. He may feel (and see) his age, but he nevertheless proves to be a faithful traveling companion.
The Tiger felt compact, solid, and… a little top-heavy. It is super comfortable, with a perfectly natural sitting position. Triumph gave it a quiet update earlier this year with a lower, tighter suspension and more precise steering, making it more manageable, but there’s no denying that the basic design has been around for a while.
That said, it’s still a strong seller and I can see why. It’s that 955cc triple engine that packs you in. The Tiger’s engine produces a thermonuclear core of prime mover, with a creamy release from zero rpm, meaning accelerating and punching a steady 100mph hole in the air is an effortless task. Even with the top case and cases fully loaded, it grinds its way relentlessly. It does get a little light on its suspension at speed though, with a soft fabric that creeps up on fast sweepers.
Nothing dramatic, just a lot of mass and kinetic energy starting to work on springs and damping rates set for comfort over high-speed control. The Tiger still efficiently transports people and luggage, but puts a lot more heart and soul into it. He may feel (and see) his age, but he nevertheless proves to be a faithful traveling companion.
The Tiger felt compact, solid, and… a little top-heavy. It is super comfortable, with a perfectly natural sitting position. Triumph gave it a quiet update earlier this year with a lower, tighter suspension and more precise steering, making it more manageable, but there’s no denying that the basic design has been around for a while.
That said, it’s still a strong seller and I can see why. It’s that 955cc triple engine that packs you in. The Tiger’s engine produces a thermonuclear core of prime mover, with a creamy release from zero rpm, meaning accelerating and punching a steady 100mph hole in the air is an effortless task. Even with the top case and cases fully loaded, it grinds its way relentlessly. It does get a little light on its suspension at speed though, with a soft fabric that creeps up on fast sweepers.
Nothing dramatic, just a lot of mass and kinetic energy starting to work on springs and damping rates set for comfort over high-speed control. The Tiger still efficiently transports people and luggage, but puts a lot more heart and soul into it. He may feel (and see) his age, but he nevertheless proves to be a faithful traveling companion.
Tiger 955i Review
Length (mm) | 2250 |
Width (mm) | 860 |
Height (mm) | 1370 |
Dry weight (kg) | 215 |
Seats | 0 |
Seat height (mm) | 860 |
front suspension | 43mm Triple Spring Forks |
rear suspension | Monoshock remote-adjustable spring preload and rebound damping |
rear adjustability | Remotely adjustable preload and rebound damping |
front wheels | 19 x 2.5 inches |
rear wheels | 17 x 4.25 in |
front tires | 110/80R19 |
rear tires | 150/70R17 |
front brakes | Dual 310mm discs, 2-piston calipers |
rear brakes | Single 285mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
Tank capacity (litres) | 24 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1515 |
path (mm) | 92 |
Chassis | Circumference of Steel Pipe |
Length (mm) | 2250 |
Width (mm) | 860 |
Height (mm) | 1370 |
Dry weight (kg) | 215 |
Seats | 0 |
Seat height (mm) | 860 |
front suspension | 43mm Triple Spring Forks |
rear suspension | Monoshock remote-adjustable spring preload and rebound damping |
rear adjustability | Remotely adjustable preload and rebound damping |
front wheels | 19 x 2.5 inches |
rear wheels | 17 x 4.25 in |
front tires | 110/80R19 |
rear tires | 150/70R17 |
front brakes | Dual 310mm discs, 2-piston calipers |
rear brakes | Single 285mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
Tank capacity (litres) | 24 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1515 |
path (mm) | 92 |
Chassis | Circumference of Steel Pipe |
Cubic Capacity (cc) | 955 |
Maximum power (hp) | 104 |
Maximum peak power (rpm) | 9500 |
Torque (ft/lb) | 67 |
Peak torque (rpm) | 4400 |
Diameter (mm) | 79 |
Stroke (mm) | sixty five |
valve gear | DOHC |
compression rate | 11.65 |
Enabled | Digital – Inductive Type |
Cooling | liquid cooled |
fuel delivery | Multi-point Sequential Electronic Injection |
stroke type | four-stroke |
Motive | Chain |
Cubic Capacity (cc) | 955 |
Maximum power (hp) | 104 |
Maximum peak power (rpm) | 9500 |
Torque (ft/lb) | 67 |
Peak torque (rpm) | 4400 |
Diameter (mm) | 79 |
Stroke (mm) | sixty five |
valve gear | DOHC |
compression ratio | 11.65 |
Enabled | Digital – Inductive Type |
Cooling | liquid cooled |
fuel delivery | Multi-point Sequential Electronic Injection |
stroke type | four-stroke |
Motive | Chain |