I is a Triumph owner AGAIN !!!!!!!

Discussion in 'Lounge' started by thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016.

Page 1 of 2
  1. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #1 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    Well I went to see this bike today and she is now in my courtyard !!!

    2006 Triumph Tiger 955i (alloy wheels); 1 owner from new with full service history; matching panniers and topbox; centre stand; new tyres and chain set; full tank of fuel.

    And you know what the best bit is Steve and Crispey? She's blue, a beautiful shade of metallic blue.

    Pictures will follow.

    Still can't quite believe the riding experience :):):):).

    Engine/gearbox - 6 speed box. The engine is a minter with amazing roll-on torque available in 6th from 2000rpms !!! Give a big handful and she's off like the proverbial scalded cat !

    Suspension and Handling - surprising smooth and compliant. Makes me wonder if the previous owner spent any money on upgrades it's that good. Going through a series of bends the steering is so neutral and makes smaller roads an absolute pleasure.

    Riding position - previous owner must have been a short-arse so I'm going to have to get a different rider seat.

    Am I happy with her? You bet I am...............................

    Did I say? Pictures will follow.
     
    • Like Like x 2
  2. Rooster

    Rooster Grumpy Member
    Subscriber

    Sep 14, 2015
    1,661
    800
    Droitwich, Worcestershire
    #2 Rooster, Jul 9, 2016
    Nice, worth waiting for, should be a great bike to ride to the Grand Meet up
     
  3. Sprinter

    Sprinter Kinigit

    Aug 17, 2014
    6,029
    1,000
    uk
    #3 Sprinter, Jul 9, 2016
    Last edited: Jul 9, 2016
    Photos please and congratulations download (1).jpg


    How long have you been watching this one?
     
  4. crispey

    crispey crispey creme de la creme

    Nov 6, 2014
    7,245
    1,000
    Uk
    #4 crispey, Jul 9, 2016
    Sorry Dave you know the rules well enough, those pictures should have been posted by now. You're such a tease!! Congrats. Mrs biggy must be happy now the drooling has stopped!
     
    • Like Like x 2
  5. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

    Oct 16, 2014
    2,455
    800
    East Riding of Yorkshire
    #5 stevethegoolie, Jul 9, 2016
    Well done, that man!:)
    About time you got a bike with the correct number of cylinders!:cool:
    I agree about the 955i engine. My Daytona CE was such a 'torque monster' - more creamy power from way down than I had any right to expect. Yes it would pull from 2,000rpm in top gear, even when two up, although, to be fair, I had to be gentle with it. 'Twas easier, and kinder, when ridden solo!:rolleyes:
    Enjoy the Tiger. They'rrrrre Grrrrreat!! (Can you still get Kellogs Frosties??). Unless you're a shortarse!:eek: I tried one of the early 885s and could only just touch the floor (6ft 1in with a 31in inside leg).
     
    • Like Like x 1
  6. Wasp

    Wasp Well-Known Member

    May 14, 2016
    318
    63
    Burnley NWUK
    #6 Wasp, Jul 9, 2016
    Very happy for you pal...:)

    That new bike feeling is something else isn't it?

    Atb

    Bob
     
  7. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #7 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    Pics WILL happen tomoz morning, before my ride ;););)

    But just to keep you boys going, here's a few of another Tiger exactly like mine:

    Tiger 1.jpg

    Tiger 2.jpg

    Tiger 3.jpg
     
    • Like Like x 1
  8. Wasp

    Wasp Well-Known Member

    May 14, 2016
    318
    63
    Burnley NWUK
    #8 Wasp, Jul 9, 2016
    Here's something that might come in handy...

    Triumph part number is..T3130300_FA;)

    Atb

    Bob
     
  9. Dougie D

    Dougie D Crème de la Crème

    Jan 30, 2016
    10,662
    1,000
    Blairgowrie Perthshire
    #9 Dougie D, Jul 9, 2016
    congratulations Dave! that must have been the most anticipated bike on this forum :),been a long wait for you i hope it's sunny tomorrow so you can have a great run :):):)
     
    • Like Like x 1
  10. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #10 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    For probably about a month. Others have come and gone but this one remained.
     
  11. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #11 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    The weather forecast looks good for tomorrow so I hope to get some miles in.
     
  12. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #12 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    It sure is Bob. Out with the chammy tomorrow morning then off for a ride around the lakes.
     
  13. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #13 thebiglad, Jul 9, 2016
    Hi Bob, I couldn't find what this is?????
     
  14. roadrider

    roadrider First Class Member

    Jul 26, 2013
    1,003
    500
    Oxon
    #14 roadrider, Jul 10, 2016
    Nice one :D
    Plenty of room for some spare undercrackers in August
     
  15. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #15 thebiglad, Jul 10, 2016
    So as promised here are the pictures of my bike as she stands this morning:

    P1050323.JPG

    P1050324.JPG

    P1050325.JPG
     
    • Like Like x 8
  16. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

    May 12, 2014
    9,228
    1,000
    North Yorkshire
    #16 steve lovatt, Jul 10, 2016
    Well done mate - finally a bike owner again and more importantly a Triumph owner!
    Great looking bike and in the right colour - even has the matching tank cover with stripes - fantastic. (it will also match your jacket Dave!)
    Look forward to seeing you both in four weeks time.
     
    • Like Like x 1
  17. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #17 thebiglad, Jul 10, 2016
    Thanks mate, looking forward to seeing you as well.
     
    • Like Like x 1
  18. Wasp

    Wasp Well-Known Member

    May 14, 2016
    318
    63
    Burnley NWUK
    #18 Wasp, Jul 10, 2016
    It's the paint code for Racing Yellow!!;)

    Ya don't often see a yellow tiger...imagine how much faster it'd be!

    Bob
     
    • Like Like x 1
  19. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

    Sep 25, 2013
    5,067
    1,000
    Central France
    #19 thebiglad, Jul 10, 2016
    Bob, have you had your tablets this morning?

    "Matron, Wasp isn't taking his medication!"
     
    • Like Like x 4
  20. Tigcraft

    Tigcraft Unheard of Member

    Mar 29, 2014
    2,622
    800
    Holmfirth West Yorkshire
    #20 Tigcraft, Jul 10, 2016
    Nice one dave, it'll attach well to that jalopy in the background wi' cart wheels on!! Snigger snigger
     
Page 1 of 2
Loading...
Similar Threads - Triumph owner AGAIN
  1. mikaelamore21

    Triumph Motorcycle Owners Are Generally Very Enthusiastic About The Brand

    mikaelamore21, Apr 24, 2024, in forum: Triumph General Discussion
    Replies:
    0
    Views:
    496
    mikaelamore21
    Apr 24, 2024
  2. kwc

    New Triumph Bonneville Owner Here...of Course Some Questions!

    kwc, Jul 14, 2023, in forum: Bonneville
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    1,869
    Samsgrandad
    Jul 14, 2023
  3. RayV

    Triumph Bonnie Owner At Last-t140 Project

    RayV, Apr 14, 2021, in forum: Builds & Projects
    Replies:
    65
    Views:
    7,725
    RayV
    Jan 27, 2025
  4. Steve O'Connor

    Triumph Owners Club? Is It A Worthy Of My Time & Money

    Steve O'Connor, Mar 25, 2021, in forum: Triumph General Discussion
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    2,585
    Steve O'Connor
    Mar 26, 2021
  5. HMC_MT

    Potential New Triumph Owner

    HMC_MT, Nov 30, 2020, in forum: Vintage Classics
    Replies:
    250
    Views:
    23,236
    Cyborgbot
    Aug 14, 2021

Share This Page

Sign up