Triumph Trophy 1200 reviews

I've been riding the 1200 Trophy for a year now and I have found this machine to be great for any kind of riding other then off road. The handling is light and responsive for windy roads as well as down town traffic. The speed and power are pretty awesome and this bike is as smooth as silk, with no noticeable vibration. It has a very comfortable riding position, which works well on short or long rides. The luggage is great for either long trips or trips to the grocery store! In short, this Triumph is great for just about any occasion. And in the year I've been riding mine it has been totally reliable. The only complaint I have is the seat is a little high for my 5'10" height. My feet are just barely able to reach flat-footed, which makes it difficult to walk the bike on uneven surfaces. Show less

I just purchased my 2000 (actually 1999 left over) Trophy 1200. I love it. I traded in my Honda Pacific Coast. I thought that was a great bike. This trophy has it al: style, power, range, and a painful seat. What else could you ask for? Show less

I have a 1998 that I purchased new. There are 12000 miles of which 80% are two up. The seat is not all that great but have a thick sheepskin for this due to being too cheap to buy an overrated Corbin. It has great power and handling. The trunk is a great option. I did not think I would need it but did get it if making any kind of trips. Overall finish is great. Plus it gets a lot of looks and good comments. Show less

This review is actually on a 1997 Triumph Trophy. I am currently in my fourth year on my 97 Triumph Trophy and have put 38 000 very pleasing KMS on it. The fit and finish are excellent. I did have a battery go dead during the second riding season, but that can happen to anyone and Triumph replaced it without question under warranty. The bike rides exceptionally well and has been trouble free. My brother (who owns a 96 Trophy) and I, just came back from a 2 week trip through the states of New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine as well as the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. A total of 6 500 KMS in two weeks with the only problem being that several of the muffler mounting bolts had become loosened from all the pounding we put the bikes through. Yes, I do have a Corbin seat, which does make a big difference, but I am extremely pleased with my Triumph. I am fairly tall, at 6'4" and weigh approximately 230 pounds and I find that the Trophy fits me extremely well. There is a fair amount of wind noise as I sit fairly tall in the saddle but a cheap pair of earplugs remedies that problem. I consider this bike to have been an extremely worth while purchase and would NOT hesitate in buying another Triumph product. Show less

I bought this bike six weeks ago after getting tired of being beat up riding my 1200 Sportster long distances (over 80 miles). Still getting used to the top-heavy feel at low speeds, but this bike isn't for low speeds! Only 1600 miles so far with zero trouble, gas mileage only fair, low 40s, windshield could be higher, (I am 6' 1") and the side stand is a bit too long (bike fell over once. Been to a couple Harley rally's and my old Harley buddies just don't know what to think! Other than above complaints I love this M/C! It will do what I bought it for fast comfortable runs of several hundred miles in a hurry. Still have Sportster and it's my "round town" bike. Triumph is my going places ride! Buy One! Will update when I get some more miles logged (after 1000 Mile Iron Butt Rally). Dealer in S. Chicago Heights knows his stuff. Show less

This is a very excellent, capable sport touring bike. I've put almost 14,000 miles on the Trophy 1200 and have no problems whatsoever. With the hardbags and factory topbox you are able to carry everthing you need to go cross the continent in comfort and style. The 1200/106hp motor has all the power and then some you'll ever need. There are a couple of downsides to the Trophy, gas mileage is est. 34mpg and can get warm behind the fairing on 90 degree days. Show less

After six months on my Trophy 1200, I am very pleased with the quality of the bike. The price was a major factor in my purchase. The comparable Hondas or BMWs were significantly more expensive. The real highlight of this bike is the powerful engine with a very broad spread of power. Perfect for touring long distances. Fit and finish are excellent, especially the paint quality. Triumph offers some excellent accessories. The 45L top box, heated grips, and anti-theft device are all useful additions. Ergonomics are good although the reach to the bars may be a little long for smaller riders. The brakes and handling are excellent. Finally, the warantty, 2yrs, unlimited miles, which can be extended, is a great bonus. So far the service from Triumph and my dealer have been great. I would recommend this bike to anyone looking for a versatile, high speed, long distance mount. I also use it to commute everyday to work, a task the bike is also well suited for. The only drawbacks to this machine are limited aftermarket accessories and the seat is not the most comfortable for long distance (this defect can be fixed by Corbin). Show less