2017 Triumph Street Triple RS Review
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- 2017 Triumph Street Triple RS Review : At long last I've got my hands on a brand new, top spec 2017 Triumph Street Triple RS on long term loan from Triumph. This already brilliant bike has been revamped with a new 765cc engine, top spec Brembo brakes, Ohlins suspension and a full electronics package bringing the hooligan middle-weight trumpet bang up to date. Stay tuned for my initial impressions review....
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I recently discovered your reviews. I really like your thoughtful approach and lack of obnoxious music.
And what a great machine!
I'm subscribing.
Thank you Geoff - welcome aboard!
I'll 2nd that just watched a few reviews subscribed and will work through the rest of your videos, passed my mod 2 end of October. Really enjoying your review.
Test rode one last week, you know just to see what all the fuss is about.
That was an expensive test ride, I pick it up on Saturday lol
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Fast bike.. in fact DVLA are now doing a deal with Triumph where every new customer is automatically issue with 6 points for speeding.
+TheMissendenFlyer Just a note on the fork adjustments....Look under the passenger seat for the cool little adjuster coin Triumph includes that makes it easy to get at the fork adjustments.
Yeah some others mentioned that - cheers!
Alternatively, look in your pocket for a cool little adjuster coin ;)
The review we've all been waiting for!
Hehe :0)
Now this is the review I've been waiting for. Great review and a great bike!
Cheers - loads more to come on this bike... :0)
This dash will be a fuck'n joke in three years. Same like the Nokia 3510 in the year 2002 people were like yeaaahhhhh now they are like wtffffffff?
Yeah it's going to be interesting to see how these things age.....
I love English motorbikes, I would love for Triumph to make a Daytona 1000 R
I'll second that!
i wouldn't be surprised to see this engine fitted to a daytona in the near future
I rode a demo RS 765 6th May. So easy to ride, comfortable & the suspension is brilliant, so soft but stable. It's light. It's quick and tons of fun, a real hooligan tool. The fuelling is brilliant too, easy and smooth to ride in town at slow speeds. It's almost too good, too capable, too easy to ride. (that actually puts me off it a bit, that it has no flaws) Missenden Flyer is right when he says it flatters your riding. It is also so smooth with no vibrations, the bar end mirrors are great too with no shaking at all. I'm 6ft 2 and the seating position was so natural. Steering, well you just have to think where you want to go and there it goes. It handles brilliantly. The Display is awesome too. Cons. Still lacks torque compared to my F800R 2015 and I'm not sure I'm a fan of the rear end but apart from that it seems pretty much the perfect naked middleweight.
I agree, the main thing against it in my mind is the styling - I actually prefer the looks of the previous generation bikes....
Why am I only watching this now...
13:04 The sticker is crooked.
So it is!
Tell Triumph to hire me for Quality Control. I'm looking for work :)
I still find those front lights a bit unattractive, but does give the Triumph some character, great review.
Thanks - and I'm with you, these new lights are horrible in my opinion.....
Love the pixelated Speedo 😂😂😂...a steady 60 I presume.
Took RS out for a test today. I must be in a minority as I was not very impressed. The mirrors were blurred at any speed over 50mph and I found the noise at motorway speed irritating which is annoying as I really wanted to like this bike as I have a 14 plate Street Triple which I love. I also didnt like the front
Brake lever and thought the clamp looked cluttered. So disappointed as I really wanted to like the bike.
Await your updates with interest once you've ridden it for a while.
Well I am surprised, but then I'm coming from a 2012 R so maybe the differences in handling are bigger, I have to say there are no issues with the mirrors on the bike I'm riding and I find the noise quite quiet compared to mine! ....I don't love everything about the bike though....stay tuned! Thanks for watching - all the best - TMF
TheMissendenFlyer Nigel Kirkham The whole dashboard goes blurry at higher speeds too.
I traded my Street Triple for a Tiger 800 XRX, I've done some journeys across Europe with both bikes, and ofcourse the Tiger was more comfortable. But a few days ago, I rode the new Street Triple RS and was blown away! It remembered me again of why I started riding motorcycles. Such a joy.... So you can see the dilemma I'm in. Going for the Street once more, or keeping my age-appropriate Tiger 800....Greetings from Belgium.
...the answer of course, is to have both! :0)
I completely agree with you. I bought 2018 xcx couple of months back. However I happened to test ride new RS. absolutely wonderful bike. At 166 kg dry weight, it’s a joy to ride on street as well as highways. Getting delivery in three days from now. My xcx is up for sale.
I have th R (not RS) as an every day bike....... It rocks
Just thought I'd say how much I appreciate your channel, not been subscribed for massively long but have found your videos very informative and helpful, some of your recommendations for other channels to watch have been great as well. Was literally watching your video about about applying acf50 as I applied it to my new rs yesterday, and then this gets posted today 😁😁. PS you do get both a seat and cowl. Regards Jason.
+Jason Stewart Thank you Jason, very kind of you to say so....and thanks for the clarification regarding the seat/cowl...TMF
how long have you got it for?? jammy devil.. how can I get one 😁😁
...I don't know how you can get one, Triumph contacted me originally...and jammy yes - you bet!
Very nice indeed, Im a little jealous... :-) M own fault should have tested more Triumphs hehe
Wow, no question that this was by far the best motorcycle review video I've seen thus far. You mentioned specs but stayed away from only regarding numbers. Subbed and I am excited for a comparison between the 2013 and 2017 street triple.
Brilliant - thanks for the kind words and great to have you along! Stay tuned for more on the this bike soon!
Possibly the best real world review of this bike so far. I've ridden this bike and the previous model and Triumph have done a great job. I was impressed how smooth the fly by wire throttle was. I know this model has all the trick bits on to take it up to £10K but it does place it close in price to the totally mad and much more powerful MT10 (Which I own and would not swop for the Triumph)
Also think its a shame Triumph have given the lower models less power, why?
All good points Banditmanuk - thanks for the kind comments and for stopping by...
He so booted that to get away from the cops on that straight he went flying past them on. I saw the cheeky look in the mirror! 😂
Another one of our friends, down one quick twist of the wrist and off.....check in the mirror to make sure....brilliant 🤣🤣👍
I was originally underwhelmed by the look of the latest street triple , but, after much consideration of one in the flesh , it
dawned on me that Triumph have pulled off a quite brilliant piece of design here …..
a naked street bike that manages to look uncannily like a sports bike.
It's clearly intentional and very clever, but aesthetically its miles away from the brutal street roadster look of the original .
Another great review thanks a lot :)
+david allen Thank you for watching David :0)
I've just bought a 765 on a 67 plate but can't find the video on rider modes
"vertically challenged" love ur sense of humor lad! :)
+Vstm :0)
What is the ground clearance of 765 RS model??
Ruddy bloody brilliant mate
Thank you - lots more to come on this bike....
The 765 rs or the Ducati super sport s? The Ducati has touring panniers, any thought on light luggage for the rs?
Personally I’d take the Street Triple - and aftermarket throw over panniers plus a back pack should take care of luggage!
Great review as always! Love the bike but still prefer the look of the RX.......
+lee longworth I agree 100%
Amazingly good review, but I shouldn't really say amazing since it is what I have come to expect!
My current bike is a 2013 Yamaha FJR1300 that I love but it is pretty heavy and I'm getting older - 73 and counting. The triple would be my first naked bike and the weight reduction is very appealing but I wonder about the other tradeoffs. I don't enjoy "time on the slab" but like to make occasional trips of 200 - 300 miles. I never have a passenger. I would value your advice very much.
Perhaps an even dumber question: I notice the passenger pegs on the RS but can quite see where a passenger would sit. I'm not really concerned about having a passenger but would like to use soft saddle and/or tail bags on occasion - would the weight there pose any problem?
I'm hoping your upcoming review will comment on how well the head lights function at night both on straight aways and turns. There are reported problems with the FZ09 headlights when turning.
Thanks for the kind words Daniel, the Street Triple is easily comfortable enough for 2-300 mile rides, carrying kit however may be more of an issue if you're used to the big Yamaha. Passenger wise on the RS the rear seat "hump" can be replaced by a rear seat pad, so possible but not sure how comfy that would be for anything other than the occasional use.....
Another great review TMF ...I'm sort of confused how they can get this under the price of The Bobber. Looks like cracking VFM. You do love your TFT displays...it must be not being able to read the GS's display... :) Loving the Scotland series. Waiting for Friday 13th ! Gt Missenden to Glasgow 383 miles.....doubt I'd have made it, even on a GS......TCRS
Thanks Paul - I agree, great value machine, priced to sell I guess. ....and a long ride on the big GS really is no effort :0)
Very nice rv. I'd (selfishly) love it if you could rv the new Honda CBR650F (2017), as I'm torn between that and the new street triple.
I'm hoping I will be able to get to ride one in the future - no firm date yet though I'm afraid...
How is the performance compare to your Street Triple? I'm trying to decide between this and a new 2016 the dealership has for $8500 USD. In your opinion, is this new model worth $4,000 USD more for someone coming from a beginner bike?
+Chris Riker I'll be publishing a direct comparison of this v the older Street Triple soon. To answer your question directly, no it's not....only my opinion of course!
Visited the dealer I patronize a couple of days ago. A dealer principal rode one of these (among other bikes) from Key West, FL to Homestead, FL a few weeks back during a dealer promo/ introduction by Triumph America. She was gushing over this one. Hoping Triumph sells every one they build. I'll stick with my Sprint STs, GTs and Trophys!
...I'm sure they will, fabulous little machines, I love 'em!
Now that the Daytona (and similar super sports bikes) aren't being update these days, I'd love to see Triumph make a 'fully faired' version of this bike to fill the 600cc-sized gap in the market; kind of like Honda have with the CBR650F. Anyone think this this might happen any time soon? I've heard rumours that Triumph have a new 'faired' model on the horizon...
Yeah I'd like to see that too - no rumours I've heard though....personally I'd like to see a 1000cc Daytona....
Damm it, so visted local triumph dealer and test rode the RS. Did have my Tiger sport 2016 on auto trader, well I did until yesterday RS pick up Friday night added Arrow can, anodised reservoir's LED pack all round, short tail tidy and screen and mirror pack. Im actually surprised I have gone for it but its a lovely bike great handling and engine, it'll go nicely with the Triumph stable to compliment the Explorer for commute, The Thruxton R cafe for nostalgia and this wonderful machine.....for the ride.
Congratulations Tris, great bike, I love mine....you are becoming a serious Triumph fan boy there!
Was looking forward to this one, though slightly disappointed you didn't compare the power spread of the RS to your 2012. I know you have it for a bit longer, so really not that disappointed :). Sounds like the bark is a bit louder than the previous generation exhaust, or is it deceiving me?
Looking forward for more, and hopefully less rozzers about next time haha!
Plenty more to come so don't be disappointed! ...and on the exhaust front this one sounds lovely but is waaaay quieter than my 2012 with the Arrows....
I tried one of these,like you I had the 675 street,this thing is a fantastic bit of kit sports bike handling,fantastic engine,loved the quickshifter and the dash is so cool.When I rode one I had the feeling the bike was crying out for a race track!! looking forward to riding the R version now! (little bit cheaper). Dont kid yourself..............you know your going to buy one!
Yes a great improvement in handling over the older models for sure...having lots of fun with this machine...
Another excellent real world bike review. While I was watching I almost had a sense of this review being on Tv. Like a segment from the old style top gear......I don't mean your review is old. I mean, it's incisive, articulate, informative and interesting to watch and listen too. But available on demand as soon as you post it. Love the Screen, but not sure of the styling of the rest of the bike. Compared to your 2012 model. The new seems more rounded, rather than the angular older model?
One day I'll get your impression of the 650 v storm.
Thanks Phil - I'm with you, the styling on this I don't think is an improvement, unlike the handling, which is!
Sorry, what did you say you did to the mirrors. Test rode the Norton commando 961 today due to fantasy of px one of my Triumphs for it, thankfully it was awful ride I mean terrible. Sooooo, lol street triple rs hmmmmm px the tiger sport in for I'm thinking, keep the explorer and thruxton r then think I've got all the bases covered!
I like the way you're thinking....how disappointing about the Norton......
Goddamn the RS version is ugly, i hate how much they went for a "Racing Style" i mean this is a STREET Triple isnt it?
And that fucking ugly flyscreen what was triumph thinking? Im still going to get the bike thought cause its a street triple, but the flyscreen is gonne come right off.
The TFT seems pretty integrated to me, I'm not even sure that flyscreen can come off like the older STs.....I do agree on the looks front though, I'm not so keen on what they've done with the rear end as well as the pug nose!
Just wondering if you’ve been on the 2020 model yet? I hear they raised the seat height to 840. I’m about 5’8” as well with a 30” inseam. Just curious if it might be too big
No I haven’t....
How does this compare to the Yamaha MT09s you've recently reviewed?
It doesn't, I haven't :0)
Looks - and sounds - terrific. And probably has usable performance for public roads that you need to work to get the best whereas litre plus bikes hit sane limits with too little effort. I've seen some criticism that £10k's a lot for a 'middleweight', but this has the spec to justify it. In fact it looks 'better' than the more expensive speed triple. Shame the back brake isn't at least standard brembo - but other than that, great. I'll see if I can get a test ride from Pure Triumph @Woburn.
Yes I agree Gary, this is the ideal road bike with properly usable power....you'll love it!
Is the quickshifter on yours STR 12´ same smooth and fast as on this 17´RS ? From the video it feels like the QS on the RS shifts much faster.
Yes it's ace even on my old '12
you mentioned it would tour easily,were doing french alps august,ive currently got a cb650f which went pyrenees last year which done ok,do you think the street triple would be a much better option.
Personally yes, as long as you have a way of carrying your kit (rucksack/throw over soft panniers combo)....
Was really looking forward to your review, not sure if the TFT is any good if it keeps blurring out when you go fast :). Sat on one at TFest the other week unfortunately I had my son with me so couldn't go for a ride. Will have to book a test ride at some point. Brilliant review as always TMF.
Thank you Daren - loads more to come on this bike...stay tuned!
If given the choice, save a couple grand and get a 2016 new or this one? Look at one of these for my first bike. Always loved the look and sound of these bikes.
+yabazooee ...I'd get a 2012 on looks grounds, personally I'm not so keen on the styling/colour schemes of the later bikes (and all Street Triples are good - period).
Have you had a go on the new 2018 speed Triple RS yet , if you have I am sorry I will have a look for it on your website , if you have not can you Review it please .
I certainly have - many videos on my channel - check out my playlists or do a google....
do you think its comfortable enough for >300miles day trip ?
Oh yes no problem
The clutch cable routing does look to hinder the clocks slightly but on other reviews it looks as though it's in different positions??? Can you not physically adjust the position?
Yes it is a bit of a pain, doesn't look obviously adjustable to me (I did try bending it away but to no avail)....
I have a '14 MT-09 (the original model with the aggressive fueling) that I bought brand new, it's got Ohlins, Titanium Akrapovic and ECU flash etc etc (no ABS or TC) but I'm actually thinking of buying a new Street Triple RS instead. The MT-09 has so much torque and power that it's really easy to upset it mid corner and the front wheel just lifts off the ground under acceleration in 1st & 2nd and even in 3rd, 4th & 5th if it hits a bump, which is all good and all and demonstrates the power of that amazing engine BUT it gets old quick, sometimes you just want to be able to ride fast and smooth without the thing trying to kill you. Absolutely stunning engine with an epic sound from the titanium Akra and the bike itself now handles like a dream since fitting the Ohlins and Andreani fork cartridges and I'm going to be extremely sad to see it go but i just don't think it's all that usable on the road. From what I've experienced with the MT-09 and read about the Street Triple RS it seems that the MT is a pure demonstration of torque and the Street Triple RS is more focused on getting you from A to B smoothly and quickly. I need to save a few more pennies before I can outright afford the Street Triple RS with Arrow exhaust so I'll test ride one this Summer and if I like it I'll order a new one in Spring 2019. I'm not familiar with Triumph's sales patterns so does anyone know if 2019 will likely bring any new colors to the Street Triple RS range our are they likely to remain fixed with the Matte Silver and Black? As it is I do quite like the Matte Silver anyway.
The seat gets a little hard on longer journeys, ok on short stints. Otherwise happy with my RS. To adjust the front forks you need to use the little round tool which is under the cowl/seat.
Aha! Thanks for that....!
Looks like the perfect street bike..you can keep the stupid modes thing though and it needs a tail tidy. Glad the gearbox is sorted the one I had was rubbish. The problem with this sort of bike for me is they make me ride like a right nutter. No good for the licence or safety stuff lol
...I tend to agree on all counts...
Hey great review I love this bike , I love the Ducati 797 but I don’t get something, How can this bike be 120 Bhp and the 797 73 bhp ? Is that right ?
I went and sat on an S model in the shop the other day, Im going to assume the basic parts are the same as the RS versions, so my question to you is did you feel that the heal guards were tinny in their build quality, I did, they actually pushed in when I squeezed them hard enough and they sounded tinny when I tapped them with my fingers.
No I can’t say as I noticed that!
That's got to be one of the best bike reviews I've ever watched; just brilliant. Absolutely stonking bike but I'm only 5' 6" so unlikely I'll be able to touch the floor ... such a shame because it's a stunning bike; hat's off to Triumph!
Thank you very much Graham, you should have a sit on one, they're not that tall.....
You're more than welcome; I'm an expat Brit living in Northern Thailand and it's not that easy to source bikes up here and they are generally very expensive due to the import tax. I've sat on a few bikes, recently tried the Triumph Tiger and I was on the balls of my feet with the seat height being 810mm. From the information I have the RS is 820mm so my little legs would dangle lol. Took a look at your vlog for the RS instrument panel as well - great job. Have a great day mate.
Done go by seat height alone... you must try to sit on bikes as the width of the seat/frame/engine
makes all the difference.
How is this as a starter bike?Can you make the bike "less powerful" with the riding modes
Well personally I wouldn't recommend this as a starter bike, even in rain mode you have over 100bhp and if it were me I wouldn't be able to resist using it.....however I know of several people that have had them as first bikes, not sure how they got on mind.....or indeed if they're still with us ;0) Seriously, just be sensible and make your choice...
Three police cars in the first five minutes only looping Missenden ? Great views and review as always 👍
Tell me about it! Cheers :0)
That ridiculous tail/number plate holder would have to go!!
I agree!
excellent look forward to your comparison to the 2012 to see if you think the same as i
...I have a feeling I might do....
UK bike number plates are big and ugly, spoils the look of the bike
Tell me about it!
I went to the tour tech even to test ride the touring bikes ( tiger sport was good) but I was happy to get back on my street triple for the ride home be even better on the new 765 . It's the best bike line triumph make in my opinion
You may well be right!
Just bought myself one of these. Got a great deal. Absolute dream bike
Good choice!
Can't wait till Moto 2 uses the Street Tripple engines in 2018.
Yes that'll certainly sound amazing!
when are they going to give us a 1000cc Daytona? that would be awsome
+Ken Morrison Wouldnt it just!
Been helping a friend getting one of these to lessons, long story. Hadn’t ridden in years. The speed was shocking.
sounds amazing
Love these reviews!! Brilliant reviews!!
Very kind of you - TMF
What we'd all like to know is... how do you talk a dealer in to lending you one for 3 weeks?!
I have no idea, the Triumph factory came to me and offered (jammy eh?!)....
Hi TMF does the clock cowl deflect the wind or would it need a little screen ??
Wind buffet is no issue at all, I personally wouldn't add a screen....
Hmmmm this or the Street Scrambler, hmmmmmm
Well I loved the Street Scrambler, but given the choice, I'd have the triple :0)
Could not agree more. Had a smile on my face all the way home with mine.
+Joe Cantrell Glad you like the bike - enjoy!
Is it worth getting this over the previous generation model?
I don't think so...any Street Triple is a great bike....
Not keen on the matt paint as it doesn't seem to age well, but otherwise looks great :)
Agreed, the colour scheme on this (and in fact the overall styling on the new bike) doesn't so it for me I must say...unlike the handling (which does!)....
Watched again - not just because it's another great review, but new RS arrives either Monday or Tuesday (depending on Triumph logistics company!)... Excited in 3...2...1...
Great stuff Yarek - exciting times waiting for a new bike eh!
Yeah, totally - can't wait to get back on a Street Triple! Was given Saturday as a pick up date as the bike arrived at the dealer this morning, so excitement level is at 9 right now :)
I'm surprised Triumph didn't provide a tool to adjust the front suspension
+Carolina Cowboys They do as it happens - it's under the seat and I hadn't found it yet!
another well built bike from Triumph and very good review by the Missenden Flyer ,i,ve ridden a lot of Triumphs through out my riding carrier the thunderbird tops my bill.
Quality build,nice performance- all you'd need for around town. Still not a big wrap for that headlight pod but I could learn to live with it . Bikini fairings available for extra wind,weather protection?
Really nice review. Thanks for the straightforward goods :-)
+BlastsFromTheSaddle Thank you for watching - glad you liked it :0)
Cheers from Greece!
Would've been very helpfull to know your opinion..
The dilemma is: street triple rs 2018 or monster 821 2015..
Both priced the same at 8,5k (the monster has termis on it as well)
Thanks in advance!!
P.s. U Rock. ;)
Thank you! Easy question - Street Triple...
@@TheMissendenFlyer Saw that coming.. haha
Thnx!!
Missenden Flyer, I love your channel, and although I live in the heart of Harley-Davidson country, the American Midwest, I have always loved Triumphs. I finally put my money down on a new, old stock (2016) Street Triple. When I test rode it, the torque almost shoved the bike forward like a one liter V-Twin cruiser! That kind of power on such a light bike is addictive!
Thanks for your videos. You helped inspire a lapsed motorcycle lover to get back on the saddle again.
Nice one Joe - enjoy!
Well wel someone likes HDR thumbnails
Yup
Great review Cap'n :-) From the forks backwards the RS looks gorgeous, but why can't they give it a better looking 'face' than those bulbous eyes and cheap looking bikini fairing...?
I agree, this is a better bike than my old 2012 in every way.....except the looks (and not sure this paint scheme does it any favours either)...
To be fair, the matte grey looks better than the black alternative scheme, IMO.
If I remember right your 2012 ST is the standard version. If so I don't think it is fair to compare the suspension. I think the R version's uprgaded suspension would need to be compared.
No my 2012 is the R version - still no comparison on the handling front though, the new bike is a huuuge improvement (and the old bike aint bad!)....
Yes, the 2012 has great handling (I own one). I thought I read that the rake angle changed slightly after 2012.
The Street Triples with the low mount exhaust corner better than the high mount. I have a 2009 street triple and the difference in cornering on the 2013 was instantly noticeable. How is the low end torque on the RS? Other reviews have said that the power is mostly up top. Also how is the gearing? On my 2009 it's very short which I love for blatting about. On the 2013 the gearing was hideously long. Killed the bike for me.
I'm glad to say the gearing appears to be shorter again, feels very similar to my 2012 - I have to say I am noticing no lack of power low down, just even more up top! The new bike handles soo much better than the previous models in my opinion...
Glad to hear it. I wonder if you could fit an 16mm Almax through that swingarm like I can on my 2009.
I just tried the s model and it was fantastic well if you compare to the Thruxton R that I did test just before the new st3. But it was not that slim/narros as my old 2010 daytona 675 which made it a bit harder to flat foot the ground. On the daytona 675, I with my 172cm have no problem at all but here it was a bit harder. But damn, after trashing the new st3 on a technical piece of tarmac I fell in love yet again with the st3/daytona bikes. So light and so good. I dont understand why the Thruxton is so heavy when you can make super light bikes like st3/daytona. Imagine a bike as classy as thruxton but as sharp as the st3... Am I forced to bulid one like that myself?
I think if you could you'd be onto a winner! Cheers for watching and for stopping by - TMF
To be honest I think that the Ducati Sport Classic may be the closest thing to a bike like that but as I have not had any opportunity to ride one yet I cant back it up hehe. But I was a bit disappointed by the Thruxton R, I really really thought it would be a bit closer to a modern naked such as the st3 base model at least. Maybe I had too high hopes of the Thruxton R and too low of the new st3 :D
Nasty front forks adjusters..... understundable.
Great review.
Actually Triumph do supply a tool to get at them, so it's not as bad as all that.....
Oh, that said is ok then.
It must be a top machine as all the Street´s we know.
Great review, very eagerly antcipated. On paper at least the performance & handling of the Street Triple RS would appear to be similar to your Paingale 899. Their riding position & purpose are different of course but curious what you think, are they comparable ?
No way, the experience on the Panigale is something else, the Duke is much more difficult to ride but much more brutal - Not really comparable at all - the Triumph is smooth, comfortable and refined in comparison.....both brilliant machines given their design briefs...
gary silva Thanks TMF, I'd like to see a cafe variant of the Street Triple RS, drop bars, bikini fairing and tail tidy. That would improve the looks no end ;-) Cheers
Very very nice! Wish they do an 'up down' for my speed triple S, maybe they will soon! You think there is a big difference with power between the 765 and 1050?
Doesn't feel like it to me, I think the lighter weight of the Street makes up for the power difference - I'd take a Street over a Speed any day...
Don't say that!!!! Love my speed!
Thanks Mate for getting back to me .
No probs...
I have the 2012 version of the triple and have to say, I prefer the older version to the newer one... Maybe I am just old fashioned but this one looks terrible... In my opinion.
Actually I 100% agree with you on that - My 2012 in black and gold looks soo much nicer I reckon....thing is the new one just rides sooo much better!
Yeah the older versions look so much better, I love the twin cans, looks better than than the low street fighter type exhaust.
I guess I'll have to test drive one to find out ;-)
Thanks for the review!
Great review. I test rode the previous model and would have ordered one but heard I was coming to Canada. The only things I faulted with it were the useless mirrors and I found the riding position a bit cramped. Other than that it was so much fun. Looks like they've kept the spirit of the bike and just enhanced it. Clever chaps at Triumph.
Yeah I agree - and these mirrors work a treat too!
Has it got an automatic self adjusting chain mode? No? Must be feasible in these days of electronic suspension adjustment and lean angle traction control. Probably maintenance not a showroom friendly topic or much of a priority for the journos who will no doubt extol it. However, with all those top spec bought in components I should hope the RS is as good as all the bikes with the same bits! The real test will be what the cooking versions are like and what real world advantages they offer over the old model. I do hope Triumph is not holding them back knowing they will sell anyway in the RS afterglow!
I'm surprised we still all use chains rather than belts.....but that's another discussion I guess. ..and yeah it's odd that the R and S don't seem to have broken cover yet....
Ah yes, good point! So there's your next project. You said you fancied one of the water cooled twins, get the Free Spirits belt drive kit to go with it and film the whole process! If it helps, I could come round to make the tea.
Sounds very nice. Your Triple looks 100 times better though ;)
Shhh!
it has very small seat for pillion...
True...
The 'cheek test' is very scientific. I could explain to you the procedures, but you don't even want to know.
On the contrary, my curiosity is tweaked???
Well, it involves a multitude of individuals with different cheek profiles and the relative abuse they can take both as individuals and members of their class. There are many variables involved and a very complicated algorithm. My time is limited thus I am currently only testing female volunteers.
MV Agusta Brutale
Triumph Street Triple
Ducati Hypermotard
What bike u recomend?
Triumph Street Triple...
i ride a suzuki bandit 600,,had her 2 years, sounds and rides great, but looking to upgrade,;been doing a few test rides, mt 07 tracer was quite impressive all round bike,;but seems a bit boring compared to street triple! really need to test ride one.
You’ll love it Robert - they are stonking bikes, love mine...
TheMissendenFlyer I am booking a test ride on one as soon as this damn snow clears! keep you posted,;cheers and happy biking mate.