new guy here....

[grumpy]

hi guys, in 36 hours i`ll be collecting my 1st tiger!!

i`ve just had a very happy 6 1/2 year relationship with my honda st 1100, preceded by a couple of yamaha tdm 850`s but i`m really looking forward to the tiger

i`ve researched as much as i can in the last couple of months and believe i`ve opted for a bike that most owners think is "not bad" !! (only joking)



i`m sure i`ll be back later asking for tips and info, but thought i`d introduce myself first.



cheers for now,

paul

[zadok_oz]

Welcome to the site grumpy. I'm quite new here myself, having gone from a poor man's ST1100 (Kawasaki GTR1000), to the beautiful Tiger.

I'm originally from Chocolate City.

[Advwannabe]

Welcome Grumpy,



These folk have experience and opinions to burn so you will enjoy yourself both here and on your Tiger.



I'd be curious to know, after you've got used to your new ride, how you think it compares to your TDMs. They always looked like a good idea, but I couldn't get my head around the styling. They don't sell a lot here in Oz but I've found the owners love them and are fiercely loyal.



Enjoy!

[grumpy]

hi guys,

thanks for the replies but i think i may be accused of being an imposter now as i decided at the last minute not to go ahead with the purchase of the tiger :shock:

it was at the back of my mind all week that the top heavy characteristics combined with my not too generous inseam measurement  could be a short cut to disaster and the sensisble thing to do was to err on the side of caution.

on the upside, i`ve managed to get hold of a tdm 900 which is deffo a lot more suitable for me. they never caught on in the uk compared to mainland europe, but they are a capable all rounder, albeit with rather soft suspension and a notchy gearbox. i`ve been from the uk to the portuguese algarve, 2 up plus luggage with no problems at all :D



i`ll continue to be a tiger fan, and everytime i see one i`ll probably say..."i almost had one of those" :D



enjoy YOUR tigers and stay safe

best regards,

paul

[wasions]

Yev only added insurance to yer 'Grumpy' tag.



Now, you'll never know . . . .



 

[Guest]

Welcome.

I've had my Tiger for 4 years and think it's still a great ride. Hope you find the same.