Re: [ST] 2007 Tiger Gripes

["Joel Ashman" <ashmite@xxxxxxxxx>]

I wouldn't expect any response other than the standard corporate line:
"Welcome to the Triumph family.  We thank you for your comments.  We value
your input.  Thank you for your support.  Blah Blah Blah."

You've already purchased what they are trying to market, so to them, you are
a captive audience memeber.  Sadly, I doubt you'd get much of a response if
you said, "I was going to buy a Tiger, but because of X, Y, and Z, I have
decided to get a BMW within the next 2 weeks."

One nice thing though is that Triumph brings its entire product line here to
the USA, unlike the other companies (including autos) which offer cooler
stuf in Europe, leaving us drooling.  In that respect, they do cater to our
needs/desires.

--Joel


On 5/8/07, George Cope <gcope@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> I just sent the following email to Triumph
> America:
>
> "I just bought a 2007 Tiger but I am unhappy with a few of items that
> should have been standard equipment.
>
> FYI, I also own a 1999 Sprint ST.
>
> 1. Where is the power outlet? The Tiger is already pre-wired so finish the
> job. Imagine my surprise while installing this $30 option: I must remove the
> gas tank (per the factory service manual, which I must also purchase) to get
> at the wiring taped beneath.  Why wasn't the plug standard equipment like my
> ST?
>
> 2. Where is the center stand like my ST? A center stand is necessary to
> check oil level, lubricate the chain and get a full tank of gas; all
> required for those of us who rack up big miles each year.
>
> 3. Why are sidebags not standard equipment like the 2007 ST?  My dealer
> says they are the same bags. I am now waiting 6 weeks for Triumph to clear
> the back-orders for these popular sport touring items.
>
> I am a big fan of the Triumph Sport Tourers.  I just wish you had
> completed the job."
>
> George
> Roseville, CA
> 99 Sprint ST
> 07 Tiger ABS
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