Bought a 2012 Street Triple R as my first bike. After 20,000 miles of riding in the mountains of Western NC and a couple track days, I am still totally in love with the bike. So easy to ride fast- stable and predictable handling combined with a solid planted feel on the road make it just as easy to take a 15 mph hairpin as it is to fly through a 90 mph sweeper. This will always be my favorite street bike.
Watching this many years later after just purchasing a used one with 5000 miles. Immediately noticed you were around San Marcos. Perfect roads for this.
You are completely right on review, i am with you. I bought one, R version. Power is everywhere, so linear, no surprises, no peak surprises . Its very nimble, light. Handling is perfect, even in a turn exit twisting the cable. Engine brake and abs are dead spot ones. She eat twists and cornering. I am in love. Thanks for this review.
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Carlos Aero Have you adjusted the suspension? It has very stiff front and soft rear as a standard. Sportrider.com has quite good settings for that bike! of course you should set the sag acvording to your own weight...
Yes, I did. I set suspension to sport front and rear and then add one click clockwise to rebound front and rear. I liked it more stiff. its a beast entering and exiting corners, but can be a little harsh in non good streets/roads. Its copying better and I have a very good feedback from the road. I didnt change preload (yet). I will check sportrider. Thank you.
Just got this bike. 2014 with 6200 miles! Its insane. Smooth, ready power anywhere! Attacks corners almost instinctively, easiest bike I've ever riden. By far, the most fun
Great review. The green is a rare colour, I tried to find one when buying my ST. Have a 2013 ABS and love it, one of the best bikes I've owned, so much fun to ride.
I used to own a Street Triple and the power would never disappoint. It makes power anywhere in the RPM range. I sold it because the wind blast was insane at speeds above 75mph.
+TheAK47s Did a trip that was about 13,000km (about 8000 miles) on one with no added wind protection and I didn't mind it. It is also my first naked bike. At first I noticed it having coming from faired bikes, but got use to it pretty quickly. Simple change was to just use my more aerodynamic helmets on high speed roads. One benefit is that you tend to feel like you are going faster then you actually are (It was weirder having so much open road to look at without the fairings in the way). I didn't even really mind the wind at the bikes absolute top speed. All that said, still love this bike and can't see myself selling it anytime soon. After market exhausts make the sound of these bikes just come alive. Someone else mentioned the SC-Project Conic has a glorious popping and crackling on decal/overrun almost constantly. I look forward to slowing down as much as I do getting on the throttle for the sound alone.
+archinuk417 Not sure what you're experiencing at all.... I have the 2012 Street Triple R and the wind is hardly noticeable even at fast highway speeds. Even when taking to the track, 130 mph is no problem at all. The air flow does provide a steady pressure on me, but it's so little that I never notice it. Have spent many days of fast riding of 5 hours or more and have always been comfortable. I've got an Arai Vector 2 helmet, if that makes any difference?
HydeMyJekyll I owned the 09 model. Maybe the 12 is different with air pathways? I had an aftermarket windscreen on it also and didn't help at all. The wind was horrible. I had an older Seven Zero Seven helmet. I'm 5'11 also.
Btw you’re not engaging front ABS unless you absolutely mash on the lever. The rear ABS you can feel in the pedal when you push hard and the rear tire may chirp. I don’t think you’re doing either here.
Have you ever watched one of Smo's video's? He has a Striple R with an SC Project exhaust and it sounds the tits! Pops and crackles like a body in the trunk of a car in a crusher. Check him out, you won't regret it.
Mate I'm thinking of buying a 2013 (January model so before the update?), but not sure if I should spend the extra £500 (about +15% or so) on ABS model, what do you think? P.S you're right about the handling... I had a 2007 years ago and was forced to sell. Had a few cheaper bikes since and honestly it actually feels like the tyres are flat on anything other than the street!
I had the 2015 Rx and I honestly wish I had bought the base model in this Cosmic Green. The Daytona tail/seat it came with was uncomfortable for the more upright handle bars and the suspension was very taut. Great for canyons, not great for regular riding.
great review but i would have to disagree with your opinion on best handling bikes. i've ridden both the gsxs and the fz09. they are not the best handling. the fz09 suspension is way to plush and the gsxs suspension is ok but the throttle is too choppy. there are bounds of other bikes that handle better.
I am thinking of getting either a Street triple or the FZ09, which would you get and why? Lots of people say the handling on the FZ09 sucks and its too soft. Thats my main concern.
I'm not sure if the 2014 model is the same but I sat on a 2016 and it felt like my rear was way up in the air. I was learned way too far forward for comfort, I might as well had been on a crotch rocket. This model year you're on seems more leveled if that makes sense to say?
"you do not get too, too much wind of of it though" What are you talking about ; its a naked bike. Without fairings or windscreen. You get all the wind. Wether that bothers you or not, is a different matter.
How is the seating/leg positioning? I've heard mixed reviews. Some say very crouched like supersport and others say upright like a supermoto. Obviously I'd have to test ride to know how it suits me, but wanted your thoughts. Also how tall are you? Great review btw
Would you still recommend this beauty for a beginner's bike? I mean i need an easy and linear-powerdelivery bike with low weight and reliable motor... The 2 cylinder new trend on bikes is good on MPG but the power delivery is BRUTAL just for a short period though ( 2-3 seconds) .. like the SV 650 or the MT-07 let's say... It kinda scared me when i went full throttle... :/ Take care man ;) CHEERS
depends how mature you are, but it is literally a supersport engine in a make bike tuned a bit for torque, not sure that I would think of it as a great beginner bike just cuz it can be deceptively fast
Street triple has very nice, sharp and easily modified throttle response. It might scare you at first but you can learn to manage it! Handling is also very good at least on the R model
+TheAK47s I am saving up for one but really only drive on the highway and in the twisties, do you think this suspension is sufficient for non track use, I know some wish they would have got a r version
+TheAK47s I mostly ask cuz I am shorter so like the lower seat height, and I have liked softer suspension than many people, though I usually ride supersports or sports bikes
the reason you can get on the throttle with triumph is that it has a longer rear swing arm. where as the yamaha has a much shorter swing arm which makes it all to easy to wheelie. the triumph is just a far better bike to ride hard. they are all about the ride.
Can someone give me an idea of what insurance looks like for this??? Don't give me that to many factors bullsht and check websites. Just toss some numbers out there of what I should generally expect.
+OGS IV I'm 34 with no tickets in that last 8 years, no accidents or thefts ever and my quote for full coverage on my CB1000R was a little over $200/month. I pay less than half that for full coverage on 2 new cars. Motorcycles are just expensive to insure.
I'm 6'2 so it fits height wise, but I'm only 155 lbs. not sure how it would be for 300. My recommendation would be to just sit on one and see if it's comfortable for you
Me and my father test rode one of these together with a 690 duke. I started on the duke and he took this bike and he just pulled a wheelie after the first 100 meters of riding it awesome bike and easy to ride
How is the seating/leg positioning? I've heard mixed reviews. Some say very crouched like supersport and others say upright like a supermoto. Obviously I'd have to test ride to know how it suits me, but wanted your thoughts. Also how tall are you? Great review btw
LobnBullets hard to believe that anyone would be crouched like on a supersport. I find my position is upright with a slight forward lean. Comfortable position and I'm 5'10 with a 32" inseam. Hope this is helpful.
Bought a 2012 Street Triple R as my first bike. After 20,000 miles of riding in the mountains of Western NC and a couple track days, I am still totally in love with the bike. So easy to ride fast- stable and predictable handling combined with a solid planted feel on the road make it just as easy to take a 15 mph hairpin as it is to fly through a 90 mph sweeper. This will always be my favorite street bike.
Watching this many years later after just purchasing a used one with 5000 miles. Immediately noticed you were around San Marcos. Perfect roads for this.
You are completely right on review, i am with you. I bought one, R version. Power is everywhere, so linear, no surprises, no peak surprises . Its very nimble, light. Handling is perfect, even in a turn exit twisting the cable. Engine brake and abs are dead spot ones. She eat twists and cornering. I am in love. Thanks for this review.
Carlos Aero Have you adjusted the suspension? It has very stiff front and soft rear as a standard. Sportrider.com has quite good settings for that bike! of course you should set the sag acvording to your own weight...
Yes, I did. I set suspension to sport front and rear and then add one click clockwise to rebound front and rear. I liked it more stiff. its a beast entering and exiting corners, but can be a little harsh in non good streets/roads. Its copying better and I have a very good feedback from the road. I didnt change preload (yet). I will check sportrider. Thank you.
Amazing engine 😍i just bought last year one and I am very happy of it,it’s the R version white-red,and is such a nice bike,thanks God🙏
Just got this bike.
2014 with 6200 miles!
Its insane. Smooth, ready power anywhere!
Attacks corners almost instinctively, easiest bike I've ever riden. By far, the most fun
Great review. The green is a rare colour, I tried to find one when buying my ST. Have a 2013 ABS and love it, one of the best bikes I've owned, so much fun to ride.
I've got a green one.
Exactly as I feel. Have a 13' ST and the bike is awesome!
I just bought a 2013 model based on this revue. Fkn mental bike. I love it.
im buying one too!
how much did you pay for 10yo bike?
@@Voltomess £4750. Many many upgrades
I really do love that bike. I'm a first time rider. I wonder if it's too much.
I used to own a Street Triple and the power would never disappoint. It makes power anywhere in the RPM range. I sold it because the wind blast was insane at speeds above 75mph.
+archinuk417 This one didnt feel that bad. They might get worse over time on like long journeys though. Or maybe I just got lucky with wind that day
+TheAK47s Did a trip that was about 13,000km (about 8000 miles) on one with no added wind protection and I didn't mind it. It is also my first naked bike. At first I noticed it having coming from faired bikes, but got use to it pretty quickly. Simple change was to just use my more aerodynamic helmets on high speed roads. One benefit is that you tend to feel like you are going faster then you actually are (It was weirder having so much open road to look at without the fairings in the way). I didn't even really mind the wind at the bikes absolute top speed. All that said, still love this bike and can't see myself selling it anytime soon. After market exhausts make the sound of these bikes just come alive. Someone else mentioned the SC-Project Conic has a glorious popping and crackling on decal/overrun almost constantly. I look forward to slowing down as much as I do getting on the throttle for the sound alone.
+archinuk417 Not sure what you're experiencing at all.... I have the 2012 Street Triple R and the wind is hardly noticeable even at fast highway speeds. Even when taking to the track, 130 mph is no problem at all. The air flow does provide a steady pressure on me, but it's so little that I never notice it. Have spent many days of fast riding of 5 hours or more and have always been comfortable. I've got an Arai Vector 2 helmet, if that makes any difference?
HydeMyJekyll I owned the 09 model. Maybe the 12 is different with air pathways? I had an aftermarket windscreen on it also and didn't help at all. The wind was horrible. I had an older Seven Zero Seven helmet. I'm 5'11 also.
Yeah, there may be some differences. I don't have any fly screen or wind screen, and I am 6'2" - I love the hell out of my STriple
Btw you’re not engaging front ABS unless you absolutely mash on the lever. The rear ABS you can feel in the pedal when you push hard and the rear tire may chirp. I don’t think you’re doing either here.
Everybody just like this motorbike and by the way 15:00 where is this place..
Have you ever watched one of Smo's video's? He has a Striple R with an SC Project exhaust and it sounds the tits! Pops and crackles like a body in the trunk of a car in a crusher. Check him out, you won't regret it.
Mate I'm thinking of buying a 2013 (January model so before the update?), but not sure if I should spend the extra £500 (about +15% or so) on ABS model, what do you think?
P.S you're right about the handling...
I had a 2007 years ago and was forced to sell. Had a few cheaper bikes since and honestly it actually feels like the tyres are flat on anything other than the street!
How tall are you? I'm 6'05" and considering this bike. Don't know if I'm too tall to comfortably ride this bike for any period of time. Great review.
I had the 2015 Rx and I honestly wish I had bought the base model in this Cosmic Green. The Daytona tail/seat it came with was uncomfortable for the more upright handle bars and the suspension was very taut. Great for canyons, not great for regular riding.
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wow !! great test ride !! I love Street Triple and will buy one !!
great review but i would have to disagree with your opinion on best handling bikes. i've ridden both the gsxs and the fz09. they are not the best handling. the fz09 suspension is way to plush and the gsxs suspension is ok but the throttle is too choppy. there are bounds of other bikes that handle better.
I am thinking of getting either a Street triple or the FZ09, which would you get and why? Lots of people say the handling on the FZ09 sucks and its too soft. Thats my main concern.
I just bought mine and I find the suspension is too stuff. I am 75kg and the rear suspension has been set at point 2. is this ok?
I'm not sure if the 2014 model is the same but I sat on a 2016 and it felt like my rear was way up in the air. I was learned way too far forward for comfort, I might as well had been on a crotch rocket. This model year you're on seems more leveled if that makes sense to say?
"you do not get too, too much wind of of it though"
What are you talking about ; its a naked bike. Without fairings or windscreen.
You get all the wind.
Wether that bothers you or not, is a different matter.
Fantastic video, thank you! I just bought one, can't wait to take it out.
Did you find the abs "going on " a bit too early in the breaking ? Or it was just right?
Great video. One of the best Striple reviews on TH-cam.10/10. Do you recommend the R version?
Amazing review, man! I'm about to go get one right now! Those mirrors are beautiful btw
How is the seating/leg positioning? I've heard mixed reviews. Some say very crouched like supersport and others say upright like a supermoto. Obviously I'd have to test ride to know how it suits me, but wanted your thoughts. Also how tall are you? Great review btw
Would you still recommend this beauty for a beginner's bike?
I mean i need an easy and linear-powerdelivery bike with low weight and reliable motor...
The 2 cylinder new trend on bikes is good on MPG but the power delivery is BRUTAL just for a short period though ( 2-3 seconds) .. like the SV 650 or the MT-07 let's say... It kinda scared me when i went full throttle... :/
Take care man ;) CHEERS
depends how mature you are, but it is literally a supersport engine in a make bike tuned a bit for torque, not sure that I would think of it as a great beginner bike just cuz it can be deceptively fast
You couldn't have explained it better!
So i will stick to the FZ-07 or the SV650 2016!
this was my first bike. you'll be fine.
Street triple has very nice, sharp and easily modified throttle response. It might scare you at first but you can learn to manage it! Handling is also very good at least on the R model
I love my STR. You described it perfectly!
+CB650Ryan Thanks man. These bikes are super fun
+TheAK47s I am saving up for one but really only drive on the highway and in the twisties, do you think this suspension is sufficient for non track use, I know some wish they would have got a r version
+TheAK47s I mostly ask cuz I am shorter so like the lower seat height, and I have liked softer suspension than many people, though I usually ride supersports or sports bikes
+Jonathan Bauer I'm 5-7 and ended up buying the Lust Racing lowering links to drop the bike to a more comfortable height in my R version.
+CB650Ryan thx, don't know what I didn't see this sooner
God I love this bike, I wish I could afford one!
Had mine for 3 years and done 30k miles. Love it
+StreetTriple Mat hows the maintenance with that bike? it requireds a lot?
Like any bike really, keep an eye on oil, coolant and look after the chain :)
Knight Rider @ 6:25
BTW, what is the opening song in your video's. Is that a Lynyrd Skynyrd tune?
How's the transmission and FI? Clunky transmission or dodgy part throttle FI ruins a bike for me at least.
Solid review
+TheAK47s tall man can ride this bike ?
You're 21 years old? Wow, you don't sound 21. And I'm 21.
the reason you can get on the throttle with triumph is that it has a longer rear swing arm. where as the yamaha has a much shorter swing arm which makes it all to easy to wheelie. the triumph is just a far better bike to ride hard. they are all about the ride.
+Russ Barrack Yup. Speaking the truth here. Its all about putting the power to the ground and keeping the bike stable there
+TheAK47s good review buddy.
+Russ Barrack Thanks man. Appreciate the compliment
Can someone give me an idea of what insurance looks like for this??? Don't give me that to many factors bullsht and check websites. Just toss some numbers out there of what I should generally expect.
+OGS IV Age and driving history is a factor, but I'll just throw out some numbers. full coverage: $150/month; bare minimum: $25/month
That a little surprising well il be 20 when I get it if I get it and I have a clean record for the last 3 years.
+OGS IV I'm 34 with no tickets in that last 8 years, no accidents or thefts ever and my quote for full coverage on my CB1000R was a little over $200/month. I pay less than half that for full coverage on 2 new cars. Motorcycles are just expensive to insure.
+OGS IV 6 years clean driving is when you get a massive discount. half way there.
+OGS IV I think I pay around $300/year for my '13 Street Triple R but that's with multi policy, married, old...
would this bike be good for a 6ft 300lb person?
I'm 6'2 so it fits height wise, but I'm only 155 lbs. not sure how it would be for 300. My recommendation would be to just sit on one and see if it's comfortable for you
i know this is old but the tend to recommend the r version for people over 200 lbs
rear spring is way too soft for that heavy rider. R model's rear is almost too soft for 200lbs rider. front is rigid though
Me and my father test rode one of these together with a 690 duke. I started on the duke and he took this bike and he just pulled a wheelie after the first 100 meters of riding it
awesome bike and easy to ride
Itzak dank whoolies brah
Great Vid! Thank you very much from Montreal!
great review.. love that bike...
yo its dubs i made a vid of my first ride on the street tripple grat vid mane glad u watched my vids and subbed n i told u ide be here to see this vid
Heck yeah bud :) glad you made it over. Hope you enjoyed it
+TheAK47s i did hahaha way more in detail then my vid haha good to see u uploading more
+DUBS08R6 haha it's what I gotta do lol. I have a review of the 05 GSXR 1000 coming up next, followed by the 2016 R6 and 2015 GSXR 1000
+TheAK47s cant wait plus i got a new motovlog tomottow if ude like u to check it out
+DUBS08R6 fasho. I'll try to remember lol
not a fan of that colour but maybe it looks great in the flesh..
What a monster! It is like an angry bee! I want it!
I rather have this bike over the 4- cylinders or parralel twin.
Kenny G Choonit why brother?
which do you prefer the Street Triple or MT-07?
when I was buying mine it was more the Mt09 or street triple, the street triple was a way better bike
You're way too slow on the throttle to power wheelie. If you give it a quick twist it will come up as far as you want, easy.
Of course it has lots of torque if it's on 2nd gear and about 6,000rpm.... Duh.... To test the torque, put it on 6th and 2,000rpm....
The front reminds me of Bumblebee.
Nice review bro!!! Our Ducati panigale review is coming out today!!! Let me know what you think! Oh and snapchat me everyonce in a while would ya!?!?!
Welcome to my world. The Power of 3. #betriumphant
Love the bike, hate the green color.
I am the street triple :)
How is the seating/leg positioning? I've heard mixed reviews. Some say very crouched like supersport and others say upright like a supermoto. Obviously I'd have to test ride to know how it suits me, but wanted your thoughts. Also how tall are you? Great review btw
LobnBullets hard to believe that anyone would be crouched like on a supersport. I find my position is upright with a slight forward lean. Comfortable position and I'm 5'10 with a 32" inseam. Hope this is helpful.