SHORTER riders (and Toad!) rejoice! Triumph has rolled out Active Preload Reduction on all Tiger 1200 models making it easier to flat-foot on the floor.
The system reduces the pre-load in the rear shock to drop the seat height of the bike when the vehicle is travelling at a low speed. To engage the system the rider must press the ‘Home’ button on the righthand switchcube for one second, as long as the bike is travelling below the specified speed, the ride height will reduce making it easier to flat-foot on the ground when the bike comes to a stop. The system does have to take into account the combined weight of the rider, passenger and any luggage, but Triumph is claiming it could reduce the ride height by as much as 20mm.
The adjustment is shown on the Tiger 1200 GT
All latest generation Tiger 1200 models already have a two-position seat, adjusted by removing the seat and changing the location of the seat rails. GT models are adjustable from 850mm to 870mm, while Rally models from 875mm to 895mm. The new system could lower the seat on the GT as low as 830mm, and the Rally down to 855mm.
The adjustment is shown on the Tiger 1200 Rally
While the system will be a standard fit on all new Tiger 1200s from now on, current owners of the latest model (released in 2021) won’t be totally out of the loop, and can opt to have the system added to their existing machine at its next service.
Speaking about the update to Triumph’s top-spec adventure motorcycle, Steve Seargent, Chief Product Officer, said:
“The new Tiger 1200 range is already a global success, attracting new fans and increasing Triumph’s share of this highly competitive market. This new feature can be enabled on the fly, lowering the centre of gravity at slower speeds, making it even more accessible, offering riders more confidence at slow speeds and better contact with the ground as they come to stop.”
