00:00For 2022, Triumph introduced an all-new Tiger 1200. We're talking engine, chassis, suspension,
00:07electronics, and a lighter curb weight. Now, just two years later, Triumph has updated the engine,
00:13the suspension, and the ergonomics. After a day riding in Scotland, I can definitely say
00:18that the updates are beneficial. Are they game changers? Maybe not. We'll talk more about that
00:24later. The biggest change for 2024 is to the engine. To increase inertia, Triumph updated the
00:30crankshaft, the balancer shaft, and the alternator rotor. As such, low RPM torque delivery is much
00:36smoother. The update is especially effective for low-speed maneuvers. I wish I could say we tried
00:41it off-road, but today we were only on the street. And I would describe the power delivery as sneaky
00:47fast. So above, say, 6,000 RPMs, it really starts to come into its own. It's not one of these bikes
00:53that you can just leave in top gear to get by a car and just go. I'd say click down a gear or two,
00:59and then it's off. My biggest criticism of this bike is an abrupt on-off throttle response.
01:04It's not a big deal, but in the morning, straight away, it was the first thing I noticed. Once you're
01:09on the throttle, neutral throttle and above, it's fine, but that first initial touch of the throttle can
01:14be a little bit abrupt. In the afternoon, however, it really didn't bother me as much, but if that's the
01:19biggest complaint, then I think Triumph did a really good job. So the Tiger 1200 uses Showa
01:24semi-active suspension, and at the end of last year, Triumph introduced active preload reduction,
01:30which means when you come to a stop, you hold this home button for about a second,
01:35and it lowers the rear shock by about 20 millimeters. It just helps you get your feet on
01:40the ground that much easier. But now for 2024, it's standard across all the models. One of my favorite
01:46features about the semi-active suspension is that you can pull up the damping right on the dash,
01:51and you can on the fly adjust from comfort to sport. So on today's really bumpy roads,
01:56I just turned it all the way down to comfort and could cruise, and it was incredibly smooth.
02:01And then when we could wick it up a little bit in spite of the rain, I had a lot more braking support
02:06and could really dive into corners with much more confidence. Ergonomic updates include a flatter
02:12profile seat, a longer clutch lever, damped handlebar risers, and the GT models also have
02:19improved ground clearance with higher closer-in foot pegs. Triumph puts on parts such as the
02:24Brambo M4.30 calipers. One thing that's important to note for U.S. customers is that for 2024,
02:31only the Explorer models will be available. In 2025, Triumph says that the full range will be available
02:37once again. Explorer models include a larger capacity gas tank, blind spot detection, a heated
02:44seat as standard, and tire pressure monitoring system. What I like most about the 2024 updates is
02:50that it's evidence that Triumph is really listening to its customers. If you already own a 2022 or 2023
02:55model, is it worth trading it in for one of these new ones? Probably not. But is it added value for
03:01customers who are first-time buyers who are looking at the 2024 model? Definitely. So check it out at your
03:07local Triumph dealer.
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