07 Tiger - now official.....

[ChrisN]

Interesting to note that Triumph have now launched the new 07 Tiger on their French, Swiss, German, and Italian websites.



Why the UK and others still list the "old" 06 Tiger maybe points to where Triumph see their most important markets for the new bike ?



http://triumphmotorcycles.com/france/2809.aspx

[ChrisN]

Oh, and here's a translation :



2007 is a big year for Tiger fans with the release of the brand new Triumph Tiger 1050, a major evolutionary step in the modelÌs history.



While its sharp lines and performance spec make the TigerÌs sporting credentials clear from a glance, its stunning looks hide a practical streak:  Take a Tiger two-up touring way off into the wilds and youÌve got a bike that comfortably devours miles of tarmac.  The relaxed riding position, spacious seat, supple suspension and tractable torquey engine guarantee you arrive fresh at the end of the longest day.



Next, ditch the bags, go it alone and head for a bit of fun at strange angles. Tucked into a brilliantly balanced chassis, the TigerÌs potent engine delivers power and ear to ear grins.



Then itÌs back to the city where the Tiger slinks through snarled up traffic and the sleek lines look sharp as a knife.  Here the commanding view really comes into its own, giving the rider the jump on everyone, while the wide bars make tight manoeuvres childÌs play.  Soft luggage holds the dayÌs essentials.



At the new TigerÌs heart is the amazing 1050cc, fuel-injected, three-cylinder engine. This motor, known for its addictive character, has plenty of torque and impressive amounts of horsepower, with ample reserves of both for those two-up fully laden tours. Peak power of 115PS (114bhp) is delivered at 9400rpm, with 100Nm (74ft.lbf) torque at 6250rpm.



It has all the all-round practicality and comfort of the old Tiger Ò a broad, supportive seat for rider and pillion, relaxed ergonomics and efficient half fairing and screen Ò but also a composure and sporting ability that few, if any, will be able to match.



The twin-spar aluminium frame housing the 1050cc engine is new as is the braced aluminium swingarm.  New too are the cast aluminium wheels, both are now 17in allowing a wider choice of tyres; the front tyreÌs a 120/70 ZR17, the rear a 180/55 ZR17.  The 43mm upside down fully adjustable forks and remote spring preload and rebound damping adjustable rear shock provide an almost magic carpet-like ride over the most varied of surfaces, from the roughest Tarmac to the smoothest blacktop asphalt.  Twin four-piston radial calipers bite 320mm front discs, the rear 255mm disc uses a single twin-piston caliper.  The TigerÌs seat height is a manageable 835mm (32.9in), matched to a dry weight of 198kg.  Fuel capacity is 20 litres (5.2 gal US), giving an excellent touring range.



Supremely comfortable, two-up tourer; sporty solo funster or sleek, stylish city bike: There are very few genuine all-round motorcycles in existence Ò the Tiger is most certainly one of them. Find out for yourself by test riding one at your local Triumph dealership.

[iansoady]

Translation into what, Chris?



















Sorry, couldn't resist it.

[german]

This bike is nice, but it does not accomplish my requirements (semi off road), the version 07 is equipped with tires 17•s  180.55 and 120.70.



Germ?n

[wonko the sane]

Ok folks, in English.  2007 Triumph Tiger.



http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_P ... 733&Page=1





Actually, it sounds worth a look for me as there isn't anywhere within a two hour ride to go off-road with a bike this big.



Might as well get something good for the road.



$10,700 US (without bags) and $11,500 with ABS.

Comes in white too...  Hmm...



New roof on the house, or a new bike.    Ah well, I'll give 'em a couple of years to work the bugs out. :roll:

[norwegian-tiger]

More ugly pix:

http://www.t595.net/album/album.asp?album=6583

[PeterO]

Multipage article in latest Torque (arrived today).

Peter

[Guest]

Multipage article in latest Torque (arrived today).

Peter

And on their web site here :- http://www.triumph.co.uk/uk/5923.aspx

[Jim S]

The front wheel is still the 19" same as the Girly, that's why I reckon it'll be ok offroad. I don't see much that would make it any different offroad apart from the power! The Girly powers up like a 500 motocross bike, I jst love it! Enough power to scare you! The back of the bike is really lively offroad but it's manageable! The new one will be even more likely to spin up with you, I'll need to try it I reckon! Roll on the new Tiger!

[kiwitiger]

Jim,

Sorry to disappoint you but all the articles I've read say the front tyre and rim are 17 "

[Jim S]

Doh! I stand corrected, I could have sworn I saw 19" somewhere, I know the test bike was 17", maybe wishfull thinking on my part!  :lol:



Apologies, ok, we can only hope they do plan an adventure version to follow this one. I still think it's a very nice bike and the proof will be in the pudding I reckon. A test ride's the only way forward!

[Advwannabe]

Most of the vulnerable bits seemed tucked out of the way still al la adventure bikes so maybe a 19" front wheel option is possible. With all the negative reaction from the adventure types maybe Triumph will offer it ? Someone referred to pictures of this in an earlier thread I think

[texastengu]

O.K. For you in the know.

Will it be possible to buy a 2006 Tiger next year from the dealer at a discount?  I don't have one yet but I'd like to get one next spring.

Any thoughts?

Thanks.

Jim

[wonko the sane]

Cycle World's web-page  on the '07 Tiger, basically advertising their November issue "first look."



http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?s ... cle_id=180

[geoff]

There is quite a lot of info about the 2007 Tiger in the Autumn 2006 TORQUE magazine. I received my copy a few days ago. It does seem that the 2007 Tiger is biased further towards road use. Both wheels are now 17", tank capacity is reduced to 20 litres and max engine torque is now at 6250rpm (was 5500rpm in 2006). The new Tiger has lost some weight with a claimed dry weight of 198kg. Surprisingly the max engine torque is only 100Nm (was 98Nm in 2006 with the 955 motor). The lack of increase in torque might be due to tighter emission standards on the new 1050 motor.

It seems that the styling of the 2007 Tiger is a result of data obtained from 6 styling clinics held in Rome and Milan in October 2003. Maybe this is why the bike is starting to look like some Italian models (and a bit like the Speed Triple).

I think there are some good points about the new Tiger, but I am not disappointed that I purchased a new 2006 Tiger before the Tiger lost its strips.