2022 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro 

I watch way too many bike reviews; Nothing To Prove is special. Informative, well formatted and entertaining. Wouldn’t buy a bike until Scott’s opinion is considered. Thanks!

As a GS competitor Triumph did a great job, to me it's a "why not" alternative option, although when you get there to buy such a bike it's difficult to not buy the GS.

The first most balanced review for this bike I've seen so far, too many other reviewers will have just flat written it off as a non starter, you would think they are on the BMW payroll, the same bias that Yamaha was subjected to with the Super Tenere, which many still brought, exactly a good bike at the time, but you can see why Yamaha discontinued it, the bias ruined economic sales figures, so kudos to Triumph for punching on with a technically better bike this time, I wish them great success, for the effort they have made.

I have to test one. If it is close to GS, I will probably buy it. Even though I like the look of GS, GSs are basically everywhere you look. For me the most important things are agility, shaft drive, smoothness of QS...and this tiger looks like it has all of that. 👍👍

Great review really good video/production quality. Loving this channel, Nothing To Prove will always get👍👍 from me👏

nice review and comparison , nice work Scott

when I add up all the pros and cons of these great enduro motorcycles I understand why I still want a t7 ... even though I now own a GSA and before that I had an Xc ...

Really great review. Thank you very much

Thank you, for this good video!

The commentary and facial expression @ 10:08 -10:15 is legit offensive AF. Absolutely loved it though, so authentic and off the cuff. I happen to like non-boney chicks so you may have sold me this bike LOL. My wife and I found this Hilarious. Great channel BTW.

Great review!

Thank you for the review. I’ll stick with my RT for those runs to the coffee shop.

Great review. 👍

I tried the Rally Pro my self.I was so impressed of the Metzeler karoo city tires.With that combination the bike can almost take you anywhere in comfort.I speculate to change my 2018 XRT 1200.

Great review. I think people...should ride what they want. Do you know why I ride a GSA? Because I always wanted one, that's why. Someone wants a Yamaha or Triumph, more power to you. I remember bike reviews in the 90's when folks were writing that 1000's felt like 600's because reduced weight, more power and all that. That 1998 1000cc whatever would be a complete dog on the track compared to modern bikes today. Here we are in 2022 and the tech is always improving, adventure bikes are everywhere. It's your money, ride what you want and understand the day you throw a leg over the newest model at the dealership the thing to eclipse that tech is already under development. What a great world we live in.

Good job Triumph, thanks for sharing.

The suspension looks like a horst link (a four bar design) , found on most all mountain-bikes. The reason why they used on a mountain is that if you know where to put the pivots you can separate the three mai forces (braking, acceleration and bump) so it can give you a good platform in every situation + the adițional shock link and a good shock, it's almost a infinite tuning option on how to make the bike feel in all situations.

Another great review Scott. I was very anxious for this one as, I'm now able to confirm I'm going with the Tiger 900 Rally Pro. That extra weight and $$$....nah. I'm loving the 900 RP for what I"m doing which will be a mix of everything and here in SoCal and Northern Baja, I actually WILL be doing some off road and whatever road comes my way so... Thanks for this one so much!!

Well done!

Was the quickshifter less snatchy in sport mode? Great 👍🏻 review

Good review thank you. This might sound petty, I cringe when I see the one penny brake reservoir on a bike. Which bike uses the most Chinesium components ?

Missing on the charts was the Yamaha Super Tenere. It's a very capable machine with a fantastic motor, shaft drive and just the right amount of electronics. Your views will be much appreciated. A review maybe 🙂

Really enjoyed this review, but I deeply trust and enjoy all your reviews. If I was to go for an adventure bike - I would want to test the Tiger 1200 out first. For me, the GT-Pro Explorer would be my choice but that Rally looks the part. Just a really good looking bike.

Nice review, thanks. I'm a former Tiger owner and for me there were two key issues which made me trade it in. The less concerning issue was wind noise. No screen worked but an ugly Madstad did the best job. So question 1 how did you find wind noise. The more important issue was centre of gravity, not necessarily weight. I found the former model very top-heavy and any little wobble two up with luggage I found the bike wanted to tip over, so much so I dropped it twice at a standstill on badly cambered junctions. How did you find the weight distribution and CoG? It still looks like the weight is high up to me. Thanks. 👍

Battlestar Galactica - just watching the re-runs now, spot on! Rather a non comital shape to that DRL I will say. Nice compact review 👍.

Nice review Scott! To mention the slow quickshifter.. I remember the one on the 900 gave me the same feeling. Perfect (as you say) half throttle but but a bit slow on the sporty side. No dealbreaker for me though, ready signing for a brand new Rally Pro instead of a GS or 1290 😎 No GS because I’m not paying that amount of money and next year there will be a new one, and no 1290 because.. well it’s a KTM and they like to change colors every year and/or announce a update model.

Benchmark in this segment is clearly the Versys 650. It’s a daily driven exotic basically. 😝

For anyone who doesn't mind doing some reading, here's a couple of issues with the new Tiger you need to look out for - the hydraulic clutch not being adjusted properly at the dealership, and leaking clutch slave cylinders.... "New bike: 2022 Tiger 1200 GT Explorer Picked it up on Friday, rode away very carefully and gingerly, new bike and all getting familiar with the biting point etc is something that just comes with time. Naturally, new engine has run in requirements and has its restrictions, can't go above 3.5k rpm for first 100 miles so it's very careful riding and no high revs - because of this one wouldn't notice a clutch issue, because you're treating it like a newborn. The first time I noticed the engine not giving its full power was when I went for my first overtake - pulled the trigger and it revved without pulling the bike. Me being the optimistic chump I am assumed this was a rev-protection feature to do with the run-in period....surely it's not a clutch issue... I'm obviously taking the bike back to have it sorted, but I'm after the following advice because this for me has killed the joy of my first zero-mile machine: When it came to this process, I did it all by the book - the bedding in the lot, it's precious to me because I want the absolute best engine for its entire life time. Now I find the entire time the clutch has been slipping, from 1st gear on every launch, to 5th and 6th gear when trying to pull away at 60/70/80 MPH - engine revved and clutch slipped, it took about 30 seconds to get from 70 to 80 because it was slipping so hard. Could this have damaged the run-in process? When we run in are we doing it only to the engine pistons side or to the crank/clutch side also? Is there any, and I mean ANY way, this stupid screw up will have cause some kind of minor damage to the new perfect engine during its first 300miles? 250 miles later and we've unlocked up to 5k rpm. Now it's painfully obvious that the clutch is slipping:. Any attempt to take off quickly, even within the 5k range, results in the revs flying and the bike not pulling. In addition to the horrible feeling powerless engine, I stopped to find oil had leaked surrounding the main engine oil cap, but was unable to tell if this had leaked from the cap itself or from the hydraulic clutch. As for the hydraulic clutch, apparently its somewhat different to previous versions and is externally adjustable, even though its hydraulic - it caught them out and they apologized; its now its adjusted and working as intended. I just got unlucky with an o-ring and a clutch that caught the technicians off-guard - please do learn from this and if the clutch feels like it has a very late biting point when you ride it away, or after you unlock 5k RPM it isnt pulling with the revs, take it back right away and let them know its a new style clutch! They were able to fix my clutch with just an adjustment, haven't had any issues since - however I am still getting a slight oil leak and they've replaced the oil cap o-ring twice now, if it leaks again I'll take note of your issue and push for a full inspection on the slave cylinder! 600 miles and 5 days with new Tiger 1200 GT PRO and clutch not clearing. Located to leaking clutch slave cylinder. Replaced under warranty and dealer told me that replacement cylinder looked very different to original. Also, another bike in showroom had leaking slave cylinder for which Triumph was ending replacement. Bad batch or design fault? What is the extent of recall? No problems since, further 600 miles and enjoying bike, drive and handling is awesome. Looks like a slave cylinder leak. Triumph will replace under warranty. I would go sooner rather than later. My bike is going back again on Saturday for investigation into headlight mount. The headlight can be moved, as if the cushion has become dislodged. The slave cylinder is on top of the clutch housing behind the guard that is next to the oil filler cap - the master cylinder is on the handlebar. The cable going to the lever on the clutch housing comes from the slave cylinder and there is some manual adjustment. I have a new (3 weeks old) GT Explorer with exactly the same issue as yours. I called my Triumph dealer today and they said - master cylinder fault and to send it in via Triumph recovery. Really not happy about it. Why over engineer a bike - it’s more complicated, more expensive and less reliable than a traditional cable. Miffed!"

Great review as always, try pan America 1250 special, really stand out from the crowd 🍀

The US and Aus could always rejoin the UK if they want their full warranty, but there might need to be some changes before we accept them...

Nice ride I had on one, slightly disappointed in the motor- but very good.

I'll take my 40th Anniv. 750 GS over all others. Great on highway, light for off road. Looks great too! Great review sir!

Cosmetically, I absolutely love it ! I'd definitely take it for a rip 💯✌️

I understand the purpose of the T plane crank and although I have never ridden one I am certain that it is more tractable at low RPM. However, in the end it is a triple, not a twin. IMO Triumph should exploit the natural 120 degree firing order of the triple with its fantastic midrange and top end punch rather than try to emulate a twin down low. If they want low down grunt they should put a twin in that bike, its not like they don't know how to make one.

Nice bike.I look forward to trying it.Does not seem to be a Std GS 1250 beater.Thanks.

As a kid I absolutely loved watching BSG! I still think the GS is king. Will the 1300 surpass them all again? Will be watching your review of the V4 Multi!

Only an American in Germany can make that former colony joke with impunity and without stirring up another topic 😂

Any comment about wind protection ? I tried the GT, could feel quite some wind on my forearms. Seemingly no aftermarket windshield yet.

Any vibration through the pegs or bars. The 900 I rode had this albeit minimally but it lost some appeal.

Not sure I could live with the snatchy throttle. Might have to wait for the GS1300 before committing 🤔 Thanks for the review 😎

sure would like to see and hear your impressions of it's off road manners.

Prices?

hope u soon do a review on the versys 650

Anyone can go over the specs, I like how you tell us how "it feels"!

Features for the predominantly super slab model could have been made available as options. Elements like backlit handler switches for night riding and an electric windscreen would have been sweet. Good review Scott. BTW, what riding jeans are those? They look great. Do you recommend?

Was the quickshifter different in the other modes?

Great review. If you can’t afford the latest bikes and want this style with a really characterful engine with shaft drive I’d suggest you look at Honda’s Crosstourer 👍🏻

Uneven inline V-Triple, firing something sequence... I'm a simple man, it looks great!

Mantap....

Spot on review, Scott! This seems an impressive bike and a lot more attractive than the former Explorer! Did you like the TFT and the managing of the functions? Because that could be a weak point of Triumph compared to the GS. Personally I would still go for the GS but it comes closer! Thanks for the review, as ever.

Great video review as usual. How does the 1200 tiger compare with the 900 tiger gt?

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For Prospective Buyers who've heard about the 'catch' in the on-throttle... - My private mechanic said he couldn't remap the engine himself, but maybe I could work that into a deal at the dealership. - The Triumph service manager near me (Euro Cycles in Daytona Beach) said he's ridden both the old Tiger 1200 and the new one, has himself noticed that catch in the on-throttle, and he thinks the problem isn't in the engine mapping, it's in either the transmission or the shaft link. - He says either Triumph will fix it in a couple of years or it can be fixed now by having the engine re-tuned either at your own dealership or doing it yourself by purchasing online a Stage 1 Handheld Flash for $800 to $1,000 from BT Moto (although they don't have one available yet specifically for the new Tiger 1200, keep checking because they have them for Triumph's other big sellers and it shouldn't be long before they have one for the new Tiger also).

Damn amazing looking bike, with weight proportions and economics. Best looking big bike adventure style. \-_-/

Nice informative review. Iirc, the Stylema caliper stands on its own, the M4.32 and the M50 are not Stylemas although they look similar.

Excellent review again, thanks. The British and French gleefully colonised everything that was on the map, as long as it didn't move. Much to the chagrin of Germany and the States. It's nice to hear a little revenge - as if the US with its foreign policies needs that.

Another great and comprehensive review! I swapped my 2014 GSA for an Africa Twin DCT ES in part because it’s NOT a BMW. This bike is on my future watch list. However, the swing arm is horribly bulky and complex unlike the GS. The uneven firing is, to me, a mistake. A 120 crank is smooth whereas this will give a chugging sensation at lower revs under power as does the Africa Twin. Part of the GSA’s appeal to me is the 360 crank inherent in the flat twin. Even at low revs no chugging. I would guess the CoG to be higher than the GSA with the 30 litre tank. A last question, what’s it like to pick up should you drop it on the trail? Thanks, Ian

🤓🏍💨💨💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦thanks for the review.

Ciao Buonasera. Possiedo un 790 duke. Sono tentato fortemente dal duke 1290gt modello 2018 usato . La domanda puo sembrarti stupida, i consumi sono molto maggiori. Grazie mille.

I have heard many complain a bit on the vibrations and that it would be buzzy on highway, did you feel that too? This is probably my biggest concern with any bike.... I have a 1250GS right now but i am looking to change it IF (a really BIG IF) i find something as good or better.. Which could be hard to find.. :)

how's the vibration at high speed?

the previous gen is just so smooth running and if this new gen rides and handles better then the previous it must be not touching the tarmac It will be along time before I trade the 2018 model tiger the only thing lighter weight would be ok but when you load them up over 650 they all feel about the same to me

Thank you very much for your informative review. I'm a long-time Harley owner looking to switch to an adventure bike. This morning I rode a 2022 BMW GS 1250 Rallye. It was definitely an adjustment in how I felt, switching from a Harley Fat Bob. Tomorrow, I am test riding a 2023 Triumph Tiger GT Pro and am hopeful that I like it. QUESTION: I'm 5'8" and found that I'm up on my toes at a stop on both the BMW and the Triumph. It's certainly not as comfortable at a stop as to what I'm used to. Does anyone have any recommendations on lowering the Triumph a bit?

I think the GS1250 is easier to live with (imo)

Excellent review on this big adventure bike... when you were comparing the data on the 7 adventure bikes, I think the Super Tenere 1200 should have been included. I think the Super Tenere would do well against these top bikes. Always enjoy your video's...thanks for posting & stay safe!

This, GS, or Super Tenere?🤔I’ve got some research and riding to do.Thanks for the review Scott.👍🏻👍🏻

You'll love V4 Ducati!

Hello. Any day 1 can watch a NTP 2 wheeled video, is a beautiful day! 🙂

Great review as always, I think the triumph looks more slim than the GS, and that can be attractive to some potential buyers, besides the feel and the riding of the bike

Unusual for Triumph to have snatchy throttle, likewise, this is the first review of the 1200 I've seen that had a slow quick shift...

Triumph should slap on a 19” spoked front as an option. BMW should slap on a 21” spoked front as an option.

You are an authority on brembi calipers mate what type are my brembos on my gsa

I wish we lived in an alternate timeline where we maintained all the tech advances but electric cars were kiilled in the cradle by President Leno and automakers and bike manufacturers never stopped that thing they did in the early days Where you could order any motor with any vehicle more or less I’d kill for a trident with a daytona motor

kind of strange that you included the Honda Africa Twin but not the Harley Pan America

Why would you buy this Tiger and not the GS only just to be different, even if you find the GS rides a lot better??? I rode this new Tiger and the R1250GS back to back, and the Tiger had a lot of play at the driveshaft, quite a clunky QS (Tiger 900 a lot better), on/off throttle response, even in Street mode. I do prefer the GS, even when there are thousends of them 🙂..........

Every day that you can’t ride is a hideous and muggy day

Nice video - could you add the Super Tenere ES to your chart? It’s still being sold in the US as a 2022 model. Your chart is a great comparison tool. Just an opinion…This bike is very intriguing. From personal riding observations, the BMW 1250 GS/GSA seems to be the king of Adventure Touring bikes in the western USA. If Triumph wants market share they need to incentivize buyers to switch. I’ve noticed there seems to be a tier level of Adventure bike riders. The Japanese bikes (AT, ST, and VStrom) are all much better buys and less powerful than the European bikes (KTM, BMW, Triumph). It isn’t likely Triumph will capture market share from the Japanese bike owners. This means they need to beat KTM and BMW on both perceived reliability and price. I ride a 2019 Suzuki VStrom 1000XT Adventure. If I were changing bikes, I’d want a BMW, but most likely buy the Super Tenere primarily because of reliability and cost.

GS 1300 will be the new king. We know how BMW works

Ducati desert x please, thnk u....

But still you weren't as enthusiasts as you were with the GS and i didn't hear that funny laughing that you usually do when you like things 😂 so i am assuming that you think GS is better 😉

Yamaha S10, yup, too heavy, but the most reliable and great traction off road.

KTM 1290 Adv S is better?

6:25 are you sure about the caliper? I think it’s the newest 5th gen Stylema same as the Tiger 900. The M50 is the older 4th gen caliper. The M4.32 is the oldest of the three.

A great looking bike in Pro clothing………

If you like a lot of woman, this is the bike for you😃 Great review! Thanks!

I wish they would update the Yamaha Super Tenere.

My BMW R1250GS was stolen last week - clearly to order as not visible from the road and there is no other way of observing it. Daylight, family at home, and three thugs in motorcycle gear break the electronic gates and lift the front end and wheel it into a van - observed by my daughter who was on the phone to the unresponsive police. My colleague who works at the same place as me has had 4 of them stolen in 7 years. He doesn't bother claiming on insurance anymore. I won't buy another because for me it is too noisy [engine noise], too viby, and the quickshifter is pants. And everyone wants to steal them. So I will be testing the Triumph on monday.

Tested this last weekend. Vibrations were really bad when you got to 100 mph (160 kmh) on the autobahn. Dealbreaker unfortunately..

I’ll def grab one if I get a big girl. 😭🤣😭🤣😭

Seems the throttle is the only complaint from everyone.

Why does a bike have to be a little bit better than other when you choose. It's what makes you smile when you open the throttle. GS owners need to realise their bikes aren't the best bikes out there. Sorry but had to be said...

Good moto, but the price is a Mistake….!!!

NothingToProve ohne deutsche Untertitel ? Nicht gut

Super Tenere is still the best adventure bike out there.

10:12 if you like a lot of women... who doesn't xD

I think for the review and ride the bike should have been the GT PRO, not the rally. Great review though.

Triumph respects the GS so much that they literally copied the GS, as best as they could. Of course the GS engine is in a league by itself. Nothing original here by Triumph, just a copy of the best adventure motorcycle ever built, the BMW r1250 GS

GS1250 is still better. Lol