Triumph Tiger 800 XCx

[Grumpy Goat]

These Tigers are very well equipped with electronics - TFT display, cruise control, heated grips, ride modes, etc, etc. All good things. Today's chain drives with o-rings are very low maintenance. The selection of road going tires for the 19" or 21" front wheel (I don't which one your bike might have) will be extremely limited, but I guess your test ride experience was good with 80/20 trail tires.

I'd say it looks good, I hope it works out for you. I am delighted with my 2nd bike, the S1000 XR.

Thanks Ron. Yes, the electronics is one thing that attracts me and also scares me at the same time. I keep thinking about British electronics (think Lucas) and get nervous, but then I own a fully electronics-equipped BMW and I get some perspective. I don't see the tire selection as being an issue for me and my capability at all.

The S1000XR must be a blast and also a nice contrast from the RS. The 2016 S1000XR was the bike I was almost ready to buy when I realized that I would not be able to live with it for long distance travel due to buzziness in the handlebars and an engine that revved a little to high for my liking at cruising speed.