Newbie first post, looking at upgrading from a Honda CB500x to the Tiger 900 this year. Minnesota based Brit with a seasonally challenged riding window.
Minnesooota, eh? Welcome from a neighbor in NJ. Well, at least in the sense that we're on the same continent. You can't go wrong with a Triumph.
@Geoff70 Welcome to the forum, Geoff! I love your phrase "seasonally challenged riding window". I'm a former Minnesotan (now in warm sunny Arizona) so I completely understand what you mean. Maybe you can get some studded snow tires for that new Tiger 900 to use in the snow. Hang in there! I hope you enjoy the forum.
Interesting. I've been looking at the CB500X to use as a secondary/tertiary bike. Do you feel you've outgrown it? BTW - you'll love the Tiger!
I like the 500,but wanted some of the bells and whistles for the longer trips, cruise control being one of them. I felt the 500 was at its limit on a long trip for comfort.
Thanks! How is the 500 on the highway? I assume it's working pretty hard at 70 mph, is the engine smooth or is it getting buzzy? The Tiger will seem luxurious! Just make sure to demo it. That's a nice feature when shopping Triumph vs most Japanese brands.