06-08-13, 08:49 AM
I agree with Nick. Since there is nothing out there like the Gen 1, get a second bike!
The problem is, the Gen 1 has a very odd set of abilities. On the one hand it has a revvy engine which is lots of fun to use and thrills like a sportsbike, on the other, it has a very forgiving touring chassis which makes long trips easy. But having tried a lot of bikes over the last few years, nothing compares, and certainly not the Triumph Tiger. It's a different kind of ride, and feels quite dull compared to the Fazer as Falcon said, all long legs and flat power delivery.
For 6k, you've got a massive range of very interesting second bikes to look at. Get a Street Trip if you fancy a Triumph, or do a Mike and get an immaculate early R1. Or save another grand and get a brand new MT-09 triple when it hits the roads.
Happy hunting whatever you decide though.
The problem is, the Gen 1 has a very odd set of abilities. On the one hand it has a revvy engine which is lots of fun to use and thrills like a sportsbike, on the other, it has a very forgiving touring chassis which makes long trips easy. But having tried a lot of bikes over the last few years, nothing compares, and certainly not the Triumph Tiger. It's a different kind of ride, and feels quite dull compared to the Fazer as Falcon said, all long legs and flat power delivery.
For 6k, you've got a massive range of very interesting second bikes to look at. Get a Street Trip if you fancy a Triumph, or do a Mike and get an immaculate early R1. Or save another grand and get a brand new MT-09 triple when it hits the roads.
Happy hunting whatever you decide though.
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