From a press release issued by Triumph Mmotorcycles (America) LTD.:

INTRODUCES 2005 TIGER

Popular Adventure Touring Bike Updated with Styling and Handling Refinements

New Models to Arrive in US Triumph Dealerships in May

NEWNAN, Georgia – March 5, 2004 -Triumph’s 2005 Tiger continues its tradition of delivering exceptional dual-sport styling, high performance, a commanding riding position, and unmatched comfort. For 2005, Triumph has further refined this long-time favorite.

The 2005 Tiger features the same class-leading three-cylinder 955cc fuel-injected engine that has made it a preferred bike among adventure-touring riders. For 2005, Triumph has enhanced the Tiger’s impeccable handling by sharpening the chassis geometry for quicker steering and increased agility and retooling the suspension for a more composed and controlled ride. The 2005 Tiger sports cast wheels and tubeless tires – giving riders more choices for replacement tires. This versatile machine sports a new silver frame finish, and updated tank graphics. It is scheduled to debut at Triumph dealerships throughout the US in May.

“The 2005 Tiger’s refined chassis and suspension sharpen a motorcycle that’s always been known as the best handling adventure-tourer in the market,” said Todd Andersen, Triumph Motorcycles (America) Ltd., Vice President of Marketing. “The cast wheels give riders access to the best new tires on the market, and the new graphics update the look of this great bike.”

This venerable member of Triumph’s product line features a torquey 3-cylinder engine, compliant long travel suspension, hard-luggage, and a large comfortable seat. It is a highly versatile motorcycle that is equally at home traveling the back roads as it is navigating the urban jungle. The Tiger has long been popular with long distance tourers, commuters, and those who appreciate a bike that handles all road conditions well.

The 2005 Tiger comes complete with hard saddlebags and the MSRP is $10,500. Like all of Triumphs models, the Tiger is covered by a comprehensive 24-month warranty.

This Tiger is available in Aluminum Silver, British Racing Green or Lucifer Orange. A full range of Triumph accessories is available to tailor the bike to the riders riding style.

Technical changes for 2005:

a. Revised front suspension – new single rate springs with revised rebound damping
b. Revised rear suspension – increased spring rate, compression and rebound damping
c. Revised steering geometry – rake: 25.8 degrees (was 28 degrees) and trail 87.9mm (was 92mm)
d. Wheelbase reduced from 1550mm to 1537mm
e. Spoked wheels and tubed tires changed to cast wheels with tubeless tires
f. Revised shift and rear brake levers with weight relief slots

Cosmetic changes:

a. New silver frame finish
b. Updated graphics

Triumph Motorcycles (America) Ltd., is a wholly owned subsidiary of Triumph Motorcycles, Ltd., the manufacturer of Triumph motorcycles and accessories. Triumph Motorcycles (America) Ltd., is located in Newnan, GA and services the Triumph dealer organization throughout the United States, Canada and Latin America.