These are the roads I learned to ride on as well. It's really cool to be able to incorporate them from time-to-time in addition to our local favorite ice cream shops.
The RS version is for those folks who bought a street triple and put in Daytona cams and ECU/Tune. They've been asking for it and Triumph answered. Great work again guys.
Love or hate Revzilla they make entertaining and informative videos. Excluding, Anthony who has been wearing the same shirt for 7 years. That's quite an accomplishment.
I road tested both the R and RS and ended up buying the R, I found the R much better suited to road riding as the torque is lower down the rev range but if you do loads of track days the RS would be the perfect bike.
Finally got a chance to watch this. You guys did a solid job on this video and after having ridden the one Triumph let me borrow I will 100% agree with everything you guys said! Freaking LOVED the RS.
Let me just say this. Im 58. I've been riding most of my life. Revzilla rocks. The folks at Cycle World aint got nothing on you guys. Thanks for all the great reviews and superb videos. Ride safe, fellas. 😁
I know this was two years ago, but the transition in content at 6:21 where Lem puts down the visor and slows down for Spurge to come forward. Great production value.
There needs to be more Lemmy and Spurgeon reviews. Every bike. They do a fantastic job, they're a great team, and they say exactly what needs to be said.
Aaron Rodriguez I'm sitting at the bar reading some of these comments and I just choked on my beer when I read this. Literally laughed out loud, you got me. Cheers!!
Great video chaps! I’m going to my local dealer in the UK on Friday to try these. You’ve done a much better job at explaining the difference between them then anyone else I’ve seen. It’s been a big help!
a year later and still useful because i was considering a full RS model for a future bike but i would never take myself to a track so now i am deeply considering an R model instead Cheers and thank you for such an amazing and informative video!
Great video guys. 🖒 My mate bought the RS in May and I pick up the R in 12 days time!! I was wondering if I shoulda just went all out and bought the RS, but you guys have just confirmed I made the right choice. I ain't gonna need all the bells and whistles of the RS and will use the lower torque band more! (Plus the Red sub-frame... 😍) Hopefully the Scottish weather isn't a Bawbag on 10th August!!! Keep ur fingers crossed for me!! 😎🖒
the8jrfan yeah I love your mom too. Just kidding :P it was an easy joke right there, no offense :) Moms are the best lol Spurge and Lemmy are BROthastic
Well done! Nice Dynamics between the presenters, nice pace to the information flow, and a nice mix of pace to the whole presentation. I have recently gotten back into motorcycle riding after about 35 years. This type of video is both informative and entertaining. Please keep them coming. I recently bought a Triumph Bonneville T-120 Black. Love it. Yet the 2018 Street Triple R has caught my interest. Light, powerful, responsive, "flickable", and hopefully we'll built; it has some qualities that my much heavier T-120 lacks. Perhaps you would consider producing a video on the 2018 Street Triple R? Some mention of the rider's seating ergonomics and comfort would be of interest to me.
This stays even more true in 2020. I absolutely love my 2020 Street RS coming from a 2013 Street R. Now I just need to ride to your showroom in Philly this week!
Dude what an AWESOME review video. Dead serious, you guys should have a TV show or something where you just talk about motorcycles and gear every day. Oh wait, never mind, that's basically what this is. NICE!
Thank you for this. I've owned a 2006 Triumph Daytona 675 for a while. I've gone through so much with it; motor's blown up, bike's been stolen, and I still will never part with it.
Mechanically they keep getting better and better, but the headlights get worse with every generation. Do you guys perhaps sell a round headlight conversion kit?
Hmmm, from where I sit on the bike, the shape of the headlights bother me not one single bit. If they're functional for night riding, that's all I care about. I think if you're too concerned with the look of the headlights, on any bike, you're not riding it enough.
as an RS owner, I agree with 100% of everything said in this video. Funny though, I was just at NJMP with my RS a few weeks ago! Must've JUST missed you guys !
It looks like someone has pasted a a low-resolution picture of the bike at 2:19. It's strange: the wheels are high-res, but the fairing looks added in.
As an RS owner I do agree with what is being said here. Realistically the only way you are getting the most out of that model is on the track. Having said that though I've never felt, at any time, that I made a mistake buying it, it's just so much fun to ride.
I myself created Rider mode as an almost carbon copy of the Track mode, except for the ABS, that's on street mode (also on the rear wheel). On the subject of riding an RS model on the street. I intended to do a test ride on an R model. That was unavailable, and after the ride on the RS I was just completely sold. Comparing it with my 2005 CBR600RR and my previous 2011 Hornet (supspension upgraded by HyperPro), the RS is in another league altogether. The handling is telepathic-like. Also: what the hell is up with calling it the 2018 model?
In Triumph's United States lineup this is being introduced as a 2018 model. Check out their website. Triumph does this all the time. When the Street Triple was originally introduced in 2007 it was a 2008 model year bike. Hence, 2008 is the first official model year of the Street Triple and 2018 is the first official year of the RS.
All the reviews (by RevZilla, Motorcyclist, etc) are on the RS which seems weird since it's a niche area. It would have been nice to see the S model and a discussion and comparison between the S and the R models. In particular, the different instrument panels and suspension options. Besides price, why should anyone even consider the S model over the R model?
CaFeMotoX while we were unable to secure an S or an R for filming, Philadelphia Triumph was kind enough to allow me about 10 miles on both bikes. My commentary on those two machines is a bit more in depth if you take a look at the Common Tread article.
For those folks considerig 765R rather than RS, I would suggest them buying the RS and riding it with RAIN setup (Yes, it has!). So, when you get more confidence on it (miles away 🤔), you”ll have a ready-for-trackday “missile“! Thanks for posting it! 🤛🏻😉🇧🇷
Question. If I read the article correctly, the only difference in engine performance between the S and the R are throught ridermodes? Does the R have different components in the engine? If it's only ridermodes and tuning, would it be possible to tune the S to get a powercurve like the R?
No, the Rider Modes control ABS, traction control, and throttle response. The engine tune between the three models is completely separate from the rider modes. So short of changing out engine internals, there is not an electronic way to alter engine performance between the models.
I was wondering if or when y'all would do a Harley Davidson forty eight review I'm looking at getting my first bike and was curious on your opinions of the bike thank you
Yeah, I've never heard anyone complain about the Daytona, past or present. 1) They should bring the round headlights back. Everyone who knows the line regrets they changed the headlights. It was retro, it was Triumph/British-esque, it was non-Japanese, it was unique. Bring them back! 2) I heard they have a stock short version available. Is this true? The GF is ready to move on up from her 390 and is height challenged. 3) Is there such thing as too much engine? Speaking from a 1290 Super Duke owner I can say yes. The 990 RC8 on my SMT was twitchy torque, but I could blip to the ton no problem. 1300cc in the naked format, even w/rock solid ABS, is a lot of momentum to stop once it gets going and needs a little planning. First year owner, so still learning to ride it. 4) How it's compare to the 790 Duke?
Very much agree with this assessment. I was shocked at how much it pulled in the higher rev range and the increased power output...but that was on a motorway, not just riding about the street where it felt a bit flat in my opinion. My mate has an R which he is running in so I'm keen to see how the torque and power delivery differs.
I rode all of the different modes on the track. As I talked about in the written review ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) the first track day I did was in the rain so I had an opportunity to play with all the different modes on the race track to see how they would respond. If you want a little bit more help from rider aids like ABS and traction control on the track, you don't have to run it in track mode. I tried a few different pressures out. I started around 26 psi in the front and 28 psi in the rear (cold) up to 30 psi front and back. I believe Pirelli recommends 30 psi in the front and 28 psi in the rear for those tires. I preferred a bit more air. Either way, those tires stuck like glue. They were amazing.
really enjoyed the review. however, one advantage of the rs over the r that isn't mentioned is the value component. with the rs you also get a quickshifter, much better FULL brembo braking system , better suspension (that is fully adjustable to your liking), upgraded levers, a belly pan, better mirrors, and the icing on the cake of more power. its the same argument for getting the r over the standard in the 675 version. And at 123 hp, i'm not sure i agree that the bike has so much power that it is too much for the street. Not when you consider the super naked liter bikes out there as well as the super duke 1290. Seems to me for value go for a leftover 675 r. i you want the new stuff, just get the rs. its probably going to hold its value better over the long run versus the r version as well
So a lot of the components you mentioned were what led to the "too much for the street" comment. Hence why we discussed them in the track portion of the video. The brakes and suspension on the RS are much more performance oriented than those on the R. Where the R strikes a nice balance, the scales are definitely tipped toward track use in the RS. It's not that they don't work on the street (I loved the brakes), it's just that they might be a bit overkill for the average rider who may be better served with an S or an R while keeping a few extra dollars in their pocket. Keep in mind when addressing the power, it's not about the amount of power the bike makes, but rather how it makes it. If you check out the article ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) you'll see that in the dyno charts provided by Triumph the RS has a much peakier power delivery which favors track riding. Compare that to the fatter mid-range curve you'll see on the R and you'll see what I mean. I agree with your general argument that 123 hp doesn't sound like much when compared to the big boys like the Tuono, Super Duke, or S 1000 R, but those bikes make insane power. I remember when I did the FZ-10 review, folks were knocking it for being "under powered" by comparison. I think Yamaha claims 158hp on that bike. It would break 100mph in third gear, it's plenty fast and it made good midrange power which is why it was so much fun to ride. While the RS might not be making superbike levels of power, it's still plenty fast enough in second gear to justify a cop to confiscate your license. I think the RS is a great machine. The purpose of this video, as well as the subsequent article, is just to remind folks that might not be aware that these bikes are very distinct in their purpose. If you are looking for top end components and want the most performance oriented machine out of the mix, than the RS is just the ticket. However, if you're just looking to commute back and forth to the office, you will probably be better off with the S and you'll save yourself a chunk of change.
Windy Run i've done 16000 mls on my rs it does everything brilliantly, I wouldn't go for anything less after enjoying its fantastic ability, the handling is incredible everywhere !!
I'm really torn. I want the R, but if you add bar end mirrors and a quick shifter as accessories, you are basically at the RS in price, without even considering the brakes and suspension upgrades. Even if the R is "better tuned for the street", the value proposition of the RS means that most people looking at the R will just go all the way. If the R was cheaper, then I would get it, but as long as they are only 1k apart, I'm going for the overkill. Also putting this in perspective in your article where you mention that the R has bad brake feel, just another reason to get the top spec.
I'd like to see something about the Triumph four cylinder 600s that preceded. I have a Speed Four which was basically the Street Triple's lesser-known predecessor. Would love to ride a new 765 though...
I own the RS and it is everything it's cracked up to be. I'm not skilled enough to get everything out of this bike that it has to offer, but I'm competent enough to tell you that there is a big difference between this and previous striple versions. I love the bike, and I love this review. Great job guys. But a simple counterpoint if I may... Others have already contributed more than I can to the details, so I'll just say this: reviews of the RS as a better "track bike" aside, I'd be very surprised if it didn't outsell the R by a good margin. So I'll be curious to see if the R positioning really works out in real purchase behavior. The S is one thing, it's the entry-level street and people making the decision on a first or second bike and wanting to step up into a Triumph will consider this bike vs the $8-10k competition crowd. But for someone interested in an R, the desire to be in a higher-end bike with related components is going to be nearly impossible to resist. Better brakes, suspension, quickshifter, bellypan, bar-end mirrors, seat cowl... those are all pieces with real value that a buyer is going to see, hear about and want... regardless of whether they can't wring every extra hp out of the engine (I mean seriously, it's not like most riders will get every hp out of the S or R models for that matter either). At that price point, and for that rider it's going to be easy to simply spend the extra grand or so. Do I notice that the sport map is temperamental on the average city street ride? Yes. Is it a problem? Only at first, and afterwards only academically as you'll get used to it pretty quick. Do I notice that the RS lacks a couple torque lbs vs the R at mid-range RPMs? Haha. No - and if you can notice that then you probably make your $ as a professional rider. After a few rides you'll work everything out, get comfortable with your expectations, and then you'll have an amazing top-of-the-line striple with all the goodies. And finally, while I never buy a bike to impress, it is nice to know I won't have to cringe when some dumb squib asks, "why didn't you buy the RS?" as I'm walking up to my bike in the parking lot. Don't tell me you guys don't have that too. :-)
I really hope you can get a ride on an R... That's piqued my interest the most... And I gotta say, I do love me some TFT display... My bike's spoiled me on that. so let me ask... when you change modes on the bike, does the display change as well? I think chaseontwowheels mentioned that. any input?
You are correct! You can change the TFT dash with different themes and styles, both of which change automatically between the modes or can be programmed in rider mode. The R has one theme with three styles and the RS has two themes with six styles.
why the complete avoidance of the speed triple? talking about track oriented triumph naked bikes i was expecting a compareison of the street triple rs and the speed triple
@RevZilla Hi Lemmy, Spurge or Drew. Do you think the new Street Triple R (LRH) is too much for new riders? The bike weighs around 366lbs and the seat height is 30.7inch. Thanks!
Personally, yes, I'd say the Street Triple R is too much bike for new riders. I would recommend starting on a bike that's half the displacement and 1/3 the horsepower. The 300-400cc class is more forgiving and a lot easier for learning. -DrewZilla
i have a 2017 striple r 675 and love it! still, watching vids of the new 765's has me dreaming. not sure about a quickshifter though. is it worth it on the street? I've heard both ends of the spectrum.
It's not that the "R" brakes aren't good, they have a bleeding issue, same as the Thruxton. Based on the style Brembo calipers the "R" are sporting, they should stop the bike quite nicely, they just need to be serviced if they're feeling spongy, and apparently there is a special way to do this, the Thruxton R I rode had the same problem. That being said, if I was planning on doing a track day a month in addition to my street riding, I would eagerly spring for the RS over the R. I am currently riding the Speed Triple RS, and while it's good, the Street was a bit more nimble on the track and much more affordable. I think Triumph is going to have a hard time beating themselves when it comes to the Street Triple RS, it's quite good.
It depends on how you want your power delivered. Personally, I just left the RS in 3rd gear and wound it out, having a blast on back country roads. The R was a little bit friendlier for regular street use, it was quite as high strung as the RS. Personally, I like the added upgrades the RS had to offer enough that I would make the bump even for street use, but I think most people would be quite satisfied with the performance of the R.
Spurgeon Dunbar well yes the RS offers alot compared to the R, except the engine. Guess I have to try them both before buying. The price difference isn’t really that much but like I said. Maybe RS high reving motor is just too much for me. Thank you for your opinion cheers
This is first time I am watching your channel and I really enjoyed the review and loved the bro chemistry between both of u , it's awesome. Finally Thanks for giving new insights on the bike. Looking forward for your next video.
He actually prefers it when you sneak up behind him and knock his ice cream out of his hand. So if you bump into him at Longacres, don't say a word, just walk up and throw his ice cream on the ground. Trust me, he'll love it.
I bought a white 2017 Street triple R about 2 weeks ago. The new 2018's just don't do it for me. The power increase isn't a sale point, the paint doesn't have the premium look, and that dash is awful. I hate these smart phone screens there putting on all the new bikes, its just more useless info that you don't need. Now i agree the new triple probably handles better but for what most people use these bikes for e.g going to work. Do you really need stiffer suspension. ehhh the new ones are nice but the 12-17 is better to me.
Can someone help me? I love this street triple, but not sure which to get (S, R, RS). Here's some info: I've ridden gsxr-750's and the FZ07. I love torque more than high speed, but still love speed of course. However i am not a track guy, more street. I like to cruise around, and enjoy twisty roads, but i'm no knee dragger. I am not sure the difference between these models enough, but know there's a price difference. So can someone help me out as to the major differences, or which you think fits my likes more?
We've laid out all the differences in the articles below. You're likely best off with the S, though if you want the fancy TFT display, you could shell out for the R. You don't need the RS. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/common-tread/triumph-street-triple-765 *www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review
The Z900 is a great bang for your buck option. I liked that bike a lot and I am excited to have a long term loaner coming in. The Street Triple RS is really in a league of its own, however. The suspension, brakes, electronics, and fit and finish are much more advanced than the Kawasaki. You can't add those components to the Z900 for the price difference between the two bikes. So in that sense, it's really good for the money. Unless you don't need or want all of that extra stuff. If you're just looking for a great street bike and you're not looking for the most advanced bike out there, the Z900 proves to be an excellent option especially considering the price. As is the FZ-09. There are a lot of different flavors of what's available. Depending on what you're looking for and what you're looking to spend, there is going to be something to meet your needs.
@Victor Hage I would need a several hours with each bike. Local dealers aren't into that. I ended up buying the RS for the better brakes, suspension, quick shifter, and cowling. But I would rather have the street tune of the R.
I believe they used a RAM Mirror Mount Base attached to one of the bolts holding the brake caliper on. You'd also need an arm and a RAM GoPro Adapter. -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-mirror-mount-base *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-double-socket-arm *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-gopro-hero-adapter
I liked the video amd details that were given.. I also love revzilla, even calling me after hearing about my motorcycle accident to see if I was ok. That is customer support... YET I have to harshly criticize those words, "you can't use it to it's potential so why buy it?" Realistically most can't ride a 250/300 to its potential on the street let alone a Superbike... You buy what you want.
First of all, thank you for the kind words and for being a loyal supporter. As for the review, I don't think that's exactly what we said. In no way were we encouraging folks not to buy it, rather we were focusing on educating people so they knew what they are getting if they do decide to buy. As far as the power is concerned, it has less to do with the amount of power being produced and much more about how the power is being produced. If you take a look at the dyno sheets in the accompanying article ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) you'll see that in order to get the peak horsepower out of the RS, Triumph had to sacrifice some of the low to midrange power that is found on the R. In addition to that, the RS receives all of the additional performance oriented components that are amazing, but might be a bit overkill for the average rider on the street. Really our point here is that for riders looking for a fun street bike, they might be able to keep a few extra dollars in their pocket and go with an S or an R and be just as happy, or more happy, than if they went for the RS. For folks looking for a performance oriented machine, that's going to give them a leg up over the competition, than the RS is just the ticket. It's an amazing machine, we're just stating that folks need to be clear on their expectations because a lot has changed over the previous version. I hope this helps to clarify my thoughts on this bike.
I'm not a track rider, purely street- commuter,weekend fang man. Peak power up top would be a waste of time and money. Roads in Victoria,Australia not autobahn smooth, 110kmh speed limit and the place is infested with speed cameras/radar. No where apart from track days you could use an RS and keep your licence.
There is still a place for the Daytona IMO. Perhaps Triumph will sell a body kit for the RS in the future. Sure the RS can blast at the track, but it is still a naked bike, and a 765 Daytona would still be faster.
Literally grew up on these roads and going to that dairy. Melts my heart that some of the best motorcycle content on TH-cam is home grown.
These are the roads I learned to ride on as well. It's really cool to be able to incorporate them from time-to-time in addition to our local favorite ice cream shops.
What are the roads? Just moved to this part of PA and having trouble finding decent maintained roads?
If you explore between Boyertown and Topton you'll find some good ones.
Thanks, i appreciate the recommendation
The RS version is for those folks who bought a street triple and put in Daytona cams and ECU/Tune. They've been asking for it and Triumph answered.
Great work again guys.
Love or hate Revzilla they make entertaining and informative videos. Excluding, Anthony who has been wearing the same shirt for 7 years. That's quite an accomplishment.
I road tested both the R and RS and ended up buying the R, I found the R much better suited to road riding as the torque is lower down the rev range but if you do loads of track days the RS would be the perfect bike.
I found exactly the same last year. Really wanted the RS, but I only ride on the road. The R is the one for that.
Two impossibilities:
1. Street triple being improved upon
2. Lem and Spurge's vids getting more fun to watch.
Both have happened. Mind blown.
Now it's 2024 and we have the the 765 RS... happened again
Finally got a chance to watch this. You guys did a solid job on this video and after having ridden the one Triumph let me borrow I will 100% agree with everything you guys said! Freaking LOVED the RS.
Let me just say this. Im 58. I've been riding most of my life. Revzilla rocks. The folks at Cycle World aint got nothing on you guys. Thanks for all the great reviews and superb videos. Ride safe, fellas. 😁
I know this was two years ago, but the transition in content at 6:21 where Lem puts down the visor and slows down for Spurge to come forward. Great production value.
There needs to be more Lemmy and Spurgeon reviews. Every bike. They do a fantastic job, they're a great team, and they say exactly what needs to be said.
Lem and Spurge are the Bud spencer and Terence hill of motorcycling. Great job amigos
Aaron Rodriguez I'm sitting at the bar reading some of these comments and I just choked on my beer when I read this. Literally laughed out loud, you got me. Cheers!!
LOL!! next round of dos equis, on me!
cheers!
so what did you joke on your beer ?
Joe G.P. Good catch there.
Nice! I loved going to the theater every time they came out with a new movie.
I love these guys! So thorough and entertaining at the same time! Love it!!!!
Great video chaps! I’m going to my local dealer in the UK on Friday to try these. You’ve done a much better job at explaining the difference between them then anyone else I’ve seen. It’s been a big help!
Small fact check. The entire previous generation Street Triples, not just the RX, came with a lap timer option.
Simply the best Street Triple review I've seen on TH-cam! And I've seen a lot. ... Added to favorites. Thanks guys!
a year later and still useful because i was considering a full RS model for a future bike but i would never take myself to a track so now i am deeply considering an R model instead Cheers and thank you for such an amazing and informative video!
Great video guys. 🖒
My mate bought the RS in May and I pick up the R in 12 days time!! I was wondering if I shoulda just went all out and bought the RS, but you guys have just confirmed I made the right choice. I ain't gonna need all the bells and whistles of the RS and will use the lower torque band more! (Plus the Red sub-frame... 😍)
Hopefully the Scottish weather isn't a Bawbag on 10th August!!! Keep ur fingers crossed for me!! 😎🖒
Literally my two favorite people... besides my mom.
the8jrfan I can respect that, my Mom is pretty cool too!
Spurgeon Dunbar Haha thanks Spurg!
Your mom is two people? ;)
Lasse J Ougaard I have a step mother and a real mother both are awesome
the8jrfan yeah I love your mom too.
Just kidding :P it was an easy joke right there, no offense :)
Moms are the best lol
Spurge and Lemmy are BROthastic
Love these guys. The Blake Shelton and Adam Levine bromance of motorcycles.
Best video of Street Triple Rs. Amazing bike, lovely this bike. I bought one and fell in love
Floripa Na Moto .. mn
Well done! Nice Dynamics between the presenters, nice pace to the information flow, and a nice mix of pace to the whole presentation. I have recently gotten back into motorcycle riding after about 35 years. This type of video is both informative and entertaining. Please keep them coming. I recently bought a Triumph Bonneville T-120 Black. Love it. Yet the 2018 Street Triple R has caught my interest. Light, powerful, responsive, "flickable", and hopefully we'll built; it has some qualities that my much heavier T-120 lacks. Perhaps you would consider producing a video on the 2018 Street Triple R? Some mention of the rider's seating ergonomics and comfort would be of interest to me.
These video reviews are awesome! Keep making them like this!!
Finally after a long time, Lemme and Spurge together......good to see you bros.
Can't wait for the reviews on the other models in the range!
Really enjoy your reviews! Keep them coming!
This stays even more true in 2020. I absolutely love my 2020 Street RS coming from a 2013 Street R. Now I just need to ride to your showroom in Philly this week!
Dude what an AWESOME review video. Dead serious, you guys should have a TV show or something where you just talk about motorcycles and gear every day. Oh wait, never mind, that's basically what this is. NICE!
That really means a lot. TH-cam is a wonderful thing, right? I know Lem and Spurg really enjoy the long format reviews too. -TeamZilla Chris
The production of this video is just out of this world! Keep it up love the vids!
Great vid. Would love more content with the two of you!
Thank you for this. I've owned a 2006 Triumph Daytona 675 for a while. I've gone through so much with it; motor's blown up, bike's been stolen, and I still will never part with it.
So guess you made this comment before it was stolen? 😜
@@nuntana2 nah it’s gone, sold that thing haha
I liked the vid cause that ice cream scene
Robert Furman me too.
it must have hurt like hell in the brain
Lmao
Cracked me up!
Mechanically they keep getting better and better, but the headlights get worse with every generation. Do you guys perhaps sell a round headlight conversion kit?
Robert Kwolek motodemic sells a round headlight for the street triple
I'm not sure about the new gen, but previous gen has an awesome set of single, or dual round lights by Motodemic, bit pricey though.
I'm in the minority that loves the bug eyes. Gives it a nice, semi-aggressive, modern look.
i love the bug eyes as well. they just fit on the bike
Hmmm, from where I sit on the bike, the shape of the headlights bother me not one single bit. If they're functional for night riding, that's all I care about.
I think if you're too concerned with the look of the headlights, on any bike, you're not riding it enough.
as an RS owner, I agree with 100% of everything said in this video. Funny though, I was just at NJMP with my RS a few weeks ago! Must've JUST missed you guys !
Which organization were you there with? Team Promotion?
Spurgeon Dunbar Absolute
Looking at some dates with them in August. How do you like 'em?
Spurgeon Dunbar they're ok. Nothing like Cali SBS, or other schools but they're ok. if you guys ever go to NJMP I'd love to see you guys there!
Triumph needs to bring back the round lights
I still miss my 2010 Street Triple. Best bike I ever owned by far. Only sold it because I moved countries.
You guys deserve more views. Awesome video guys
It looks like someone has pasted a a low-resolution picture of the bike at 2:19. It's strange: the wheels are high-res, but the fairing looks added in.
As an RS owner I do agree with what is being said here. Realistically the only way you are getting the most out of that model is on the track. Having said that though I've never felt, at any time, that I made a mistake buying it, it's just so much fun to ride.
Nurgle Rider would you use track mode for street riding just for shits and gigs?
I myself created Rider mode as an almost carbon copy of the Track mode, except for the ABS, that's on street mode (also on the rear wheel).
On the subject of riding an RS model on the street. I intended to do a test ride on an R model. That was unavailable, and after the ride on the RS I was just completely sold. Comparing it with my 2005 CBR600RR and my previous 2011 Hornet (supspension upgraded by HyperPro), the RS is in another league altogether. The handling is telepathic-like.
Also: what the hell is up with calling it the 2018 model?
i believe they do that just in the US, its like FIFA 18 while its still 2017... its weird...
In Triumph's United States lineup this is being introduced as a 2018 model. Check out their website. Triumph does this all the time. When the Street Triple was originally introduced in 2007 it was a 2008 model year bike. Hence, 2008 is the first official model year of the Street Triple and 2018 is the first official year of the RS.
Nurgle Rider almost as quick as your Trophy?! Hahaha I recognize that user name.
-Nick @ CMC
Recently saw one of these with a single round headlight and it looks so. much. better. I loved it.
Magnificent review guys. Going to test ride the R tomorrow. Wish me luck. 😉💰❤️
All the reviews (by RevZilla, Motorcyclist, etc) are on the RS which seems weird since it's a niche area.
It would have been nice to see the S model and a discussion and comparison between the S and the R models. In particular, the different instrument panels and suspension options. Besides price, why should anyone even consider the S model over the R model?
CaFeMotoX while we were unable to secure an S or an R for filming, Philadelphia Triumph was kind enough to allow me about 10 miles on both bikes. My commentary on those two machines is a bit more in depth if you take a look at the Common Tread article.
I assume Triumph wants to advertise their top model to show off it's capabilities. Realistically, I'd be buying the "S" or "R" models, though.
Thanks, the article gave me what I wanted. The title made me think it was soley on the RS.
Great review. Looking forward to 2018 Indian Scout Bobber review.
Enjoyed the two up commentary/presentation.
This does not help my lust for this bike. Very well put together gents and great information.
street triple r or xsr 900?
For those folks considerig 765R rather than RS, I would suggest them buying the RS and riding it with RAIN setup (Yes, it has!). So, when you get more confidence on it (miles away 🤔), you”ll have a ready-for-trackday “missile“! Thanks for posting it! 🤛🏻😉🇧🇷
Question. If I read the article correctly, the only difference in engine performance between the S and the R are throught ridermodes? Does the R have different components in the engine? If it's only ridermodes and tuning, would it be possible to tune the S to get a powercurve like the R?
No, the Rider Modes control ABS, traction control, and throttle response. The engine tune between the three models is completely separate from the rider modes. So short of changing out engine internals, there is not an electronic way to alter engine performance between the models.
I was wondering if or when y'all would do a Harley Davidson forty eight review I'm looking at getting my first bike and was curious on your opinions of the bike thank you
one of the videos I've been waiting for..👍
Such quality. One of my dream bikes.
They have certainly upped the game but is it enough now with the competition is the question
Spurg, what pants are those?
Great reviews as always!
Thanks for the kind words! Those are Alpinestars Copper jeans: www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-copper-riding-jeans
Sat on a RS and my knees were up higher than the cut out for the tank. How is Spurge’ knees so low on that thing?
Yeah, I've never heard anyone complain about the Daytona, past or present.
1) They should bring the round headlights back. Everyone who knows the line regrets they changed the headlights. It was retro, it was Triumph/British-esque, it was non-Japanese, it was unique. Bring them back!
2) I heard they have a stock short version available. Is this true? The GF is ready to move on up from her 390 and is height challenged.
3) Is there such thing as too much engine? Speaking from a 1290 Super Duke owner I can say yes. The 990 RC8 on my SMT was twitchy torque, but I could blip to the ton no problem. 1300cc in the naked format, even w/rock solid ABS, is a lot of momentum to stop once it gets going and needs a little planning. First year owner, so still learning to ride it.
4) How it's compare to the 790 Duke?
I have a 2011 Street Triple. Seriously the most fun I’ve had in awhile. I’m planning on trading in my 750 gixxer for the new Triple next year.
I'll give you guys a thumbs up just for the great video work; not boring at all.
Very much agree with this assessment. I was shocked at how much it pulled in the higher rev range and the increased power output...but that was on a motorway, not just riding about the street where it felt a bit flat in my opinion. My mate has an R which he is running in so I'm keen to see how the torque and power delivery differs.
rockafella1690 the R peak torque is just 1k below the RS. No difference hardly.
The R has a bit more mid-range scoot than that of the RS.
Just to get an idea, what tyre pressure you ran with those tyres on the track? Also you had it in track mode, right? Thanks.
I rode all of the different modes on the track. As I talked about in the written review ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) the first track day I did was in the rain so I had an opportunity to play with all the different modes on the race track to see how they would respond. If you want a little bit more help from rider aids like ABS and traction control on the track, you don't have to run it in track mode.
I tried a few different pressures out. I started around 26 psi in the front and 28 psi in the rear (cold) up to 30 psi front and back. I believe Pirelli recommends 30 psi in the front and 28 psi in the rear for those tires. I preferred a bit more air. Either way, those tires stuck like glue. They were amazing.
Great video. I must know why the headlights and turn signals had green tape covering them at the end?
Andrew Gisler Requirements for the track. Thwy don't want other riders distracted by bike's lighting and keeps the debris field smaller in a crash.
really enjoyed the review. however, one advantage of the rs over the r that isn't mentioned is the value component. with the rs you also get a quickshifter, much better FULL brembo braking system , better suspension (that is fully adjustable to your liking), upgraded levers, a belly pan, better mirrors, and the icing on the cake of more power. its the same argument for getting the r over the standard in the 675 version. And at 123 hp, i'm not sure i agree that the bike has so much power that it is too much for the street. Not when you consider the super naked liter bikes out there as well as the super duke 1290. Seems to me for value go for a leftover 675 r. i you want the new stuff, just get the rs. its probably going to hold its value better over the long run versus the r version as well
So a lot of the components you mentioned were what led to the "too much for the street" comment. Hence why we discussed them in the track portion of the video. The brakes and suspension on the RS are much more performance oriented than those on the R. Where the R strikes a nice balance, the scales are definitely tipped toward track use in the RS. It's not that they don't work on the street (I loved the brakes), it's just that they might be a bit overkill for the average rider who may be better served with an S or an R while keeping a few extra dollars in their pocket.
Keep in mind when addressing the power, it's not about the amount of power the bike makes, but rather how it makes it. If you check out the article ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) you'll see that in the dyno charts provided by Triumph the RS has a much peakier power delivery which favors track riding. Compare that to the fatter mid-range curve you'll see on the R and you'll see what I mean.
I agree with your general argument that 123 hp doesn't sound like much when compared to the big boys like the Tuono, Super Duke, or S 1000 R, but those bikes make insane power. I remember when I did the FZ-10 review, folks were knocking it for being "under powered" by comparison. I think Yamaha claims 158hp on that bike. It would break 100mph in third gear, it's plenty fast and it made good midrange power which is why it was so much fun to ride. While the RS might not be making superbike levels of power, it's still plenty fast enough in second gear to justify a cop to confiscate your license.
I think the RS is a great machine. The purpose of this video, as well as the subsequent article, is just to remind folks that might not be aware that these bikes are very distinct in their purpose. If you are looking for top end components and want the most performance oriented machine out of the mix, than the RS is just the ticket. However, if you're just looking to commute back and forth to the office, you will probably be better off with the S and you'll save yourself a chunk of change.
Windy Run i've done 16000 mls on my rs it does everything brilliantly, I wouldn't go for anything less after enjoying its fantastic ability, the handling is incredible everywhere !!
I'm really torn. I want the R, but if you add bar end mirrors and a quick shifter as accessories, you are basically at the RS in price, without even considering the brakes and suspension upgrades. Even if the R is "better tuned for the street", the value proposition of the RS means that most people looking at the R will just go all the way. If the R was cheaper, then I would get it, but as long as they are only 1k apart, I'm going for the overkill. Also putting this in perspective in your article where you mention that the R has bad brake feel, just another reason to get the top spec.
I really hope they bring back the old round lights
Are you guys doing a review on the new Scout Bobber?
I'd like to see something about the Triumph four cylinder 600s that preceded. I have a Speed Four which was basically the Street Triple's lesser-known predecessor. Would love to ride a new 765 though...
I own the RS and it is everything it's cracked up to be. I'm not skilled enough to get everything out of this bike that it has to offer, but I'm competent enough to tell you that there is a big difference between this and previous striple versions. I love the bike, and I love this review. Great job guys. But a simple counterpoint if I may...
Others have already contributed more than I can to the details, so I'll just say this: reviews of the RS as a better "track bike" aside, I'd be very surprised if it didn't outsell the R by a good margin. So I'll be curious to see if the R positioning really works out in real purchase behavior. The S is one thing, it's the entry-level street and people making the decision on a first or second bike and wanting to step up into a Triumph will consider this bike vs the $8-10k competition crowd. But for someone interested in an R, the desire to be in a higher-end bike with related components is going to be nearly impossible to resist. Better brakes, suspension, quickshifter, bellypan, bar-end mirrors, seat cowl... those are all pieces with real value that a buyer is going to see, hear about and want... regardless of whether they can't wring every extra hp out of the engine (I mean seriously, it's not like most riders will get every hp out of the S or R models for that matter either). At that price point, and for that rider it's going to be easy to simply spend the extra grand or so. Do I notice that the sport map is temperamental on the average city street ride? Yes. Is it a problem? Only at first, and afterwards only academically as you'll get used to it pretty quick. Do I notice that the RS lacks a couple torque lbs vs the R at mid-range RPMs? Haha. No - and if you can notice that then you probably make your $ as a professional rider. After a few rides you'll work everything out, get comfortable with your expectations, and then you'll have an amazing top-of-the-line striple with all the goodies. And finally, while I never buy a bike to impress, it is nice to know I won't have to cringe when some dumb squib asks, "why didn't you buy the RS?" as I'm walking up to my bike in the parking lot. Don't tell me you guys don't have that too. :-)
I really hope you can get a ride on an R... That's piqued my interest the most... And I gotta say, I do love me some TFT display... My bike's spoiled me on that.
so let me ask... when you change modes on the bike, does the display change as well? I think chaseontwowheels mentioned that. any input?
You are correct! You can change the TFT dash with different themes and styles, both of which change automatically between the modes or can be programmed in rider mode. The R has one theme with three styles and the RS has two themes with six styles.
The R and S versions would be great I'm sure, right up until some dude rocks up on an RS..
*some dude reporting in. Seriously, it's amazing, also on the street.
why the complete avoidance of the speed triple? talking about track oriented triumph naked bikes i was expecting a compareison of the street triple rs and the speed triple
@RevZilla Hi Lemmy, Spurge or Drew. Do you think the new Street Triple R (LRH) is too much for new riders? The bike weighs around 366lbs and the seat height is 30.7inch. Thanks!
Personally, yes, I'd say the Street Triple R is too much bike for new riders. I would recommend starting on a bike that's half the displacement and 1/3 the horsepower. The 300-400cc class is more forgiving and a lot easier for learning. -DrewZilla
Oh i see. Thanks Drew!
If they're that different please do a video about the R version.
i have a 2017 striple r 675 and love it! still, watching vids of the new 765's has me dreaming. not sure about a quickshifter though. is it worth it on the street? I've heard both ends of the spectrum.
I didn't find myself using it at all on the street.
It's not useful actually. I have a 2019 and I never use the quickshifter .....not....at.....all
getting my street tripple rs jan 19
I will be getting mine around those days as well! 🙏🏾💖
Oh so it's all about you huh?
How do you like it? And do you still have it one year later? I'm looking to get one of these this year
I said in your review that the R brakes weren’t that good. How much does that impact the purchase vs RS for the street riding and 1 track day a month?
It's not that the "R" brakes aren't good, they have a bleeding issue, same as the Thruxton. Based on the style Brembo calipers the "R" are sporting, they should stop the bike quite nicely, they just need to be serviced if they're feeling spongy, and apparently there is a special way to do this, the Thruxton R I rode had the same problem.
That being said, if I was planning on doing a track day a month in addition to my street riding, I would eagerly spring for the RS over the R. I am currently riding the Speed Triple RS, and while it's good, the Street was a bit more nimble on the track and much more affordable. I think Triumph is going to have a hard time beating themselves when it comes to the Street Triple RS, it's quite good.
Spurgeon Dunbar What about just for the road use? That R torque curve and power delivery is much better on the dyno graph than the RS.
It depends on how you want your power delivered. Personally, I just left the RS in 3rd gear and wound it out, having a blast on back country roads. The R was a little bit friendlier for regular street use, it was quite as high strung as the RS. Personally, I like the added upgrades the RS had to offer enough that I would make the bump even for street use, but I think most people would be quite satisfied with the performance of the R.
Spurgeon Dunbar well yes the RS offers alot compared to the R, except the engine. Guess I have to try them both before buying. The price difference isn’t really that much but like I said. Maybe RS high reving motor is just too much for me. Thank you for your opinion cheers
Anytime, man! Good luck with your decision! Cheers!
This is first time I am watching your channel and I really enjoyed the review and loved the bro chemistry between both of u , it's awesome. Finally Thanks for giving new insights on the bike.
Looking forward for your next video.
why didnt LemLem do a track sesh???
If you do a ECU Flash on the RS, can you get a good and lower torque figure, or is it more about engine components?
It's more about the state of tune within the engine than it is a simple ECU flash.
I've been at longacres a bunch of times and i believe I've seen Lemmy at the turkey hill in Hereford before too. Next time I'll make sure I say hi
He actually prefers it when you sneak up behind him and knock his ice cream out of his hand. So if you bump into him at Longacres, don't say a word, just walk up and throw his ice cream on the ground. Trust me, he'll love it.
You guys ever been to first Sunday in Ephrata?
Not gonna lie at 1:14 I thought Spurge was telling him to slow down because of a possible accident....got nervous for a second lol!!
I bought a white 2017 Street triple R about 2 weeks ago. The new 2018's just don't do it for me. The power increase isn't a sale point, the paint doesn't have the premium look, and that dash is awful. I hate these smart phone screens there putting on all the new bikes, its just more useless info that you don't need. Now i agree the new triple probably handles better but for what most people use these bikes for e.g going to work. Do you really need stiffer suspension. ehhh the new ones are nice but the 12-17 is better to me.
Can someone help me? I love this street triple, but not sure which to get (S, R, RS). Here's some info: I've ridden gsxr-750's and the FZ07. I love torque more than high speed, but still love speed of course. However i am not a track guy, more street. I like to cruise around, and enjoy twisty roads, but i'm no knee dragger. I am not sure the difference between these models enough, but know there's a price difference. So can someone help me out as to the major differences, or which you think fits my likes more?
We've laid out all the differences in the articles below. You're likely best off with the S, though if you want the fancy TFT display, you could shell out for the R. You don't need the RS. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/triumph-street-triple-765
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review
I love these. You guys rock.
most important question : Is it good for the money ? Or there is another good option ?
(like new Z900)
The Z900 is a great bang for your buck option. I liked that bike a lot and I am excited to have a long term loaner coming in. The Street Triple RS is really in a league of its own, however. The suspension, brakes, electronics, and fit and finish are much more advanced than the Kawasaki. You can't add those components to the Z900 for the price difference between the two bikes. So in that sense, it's really good for the money. Unless you don't need or want all of that extra stuff.
If you're just looking for a great street bike and you're not looking for the most advanced bike out there, the Z900 proves to be an excellent option especially considering the price. As is the FZ-09. There are a lot of different flavors of what's available. Depending on what you're looking for and what you're looking to spend, there is going to be something to meet your needs.
Triumph Street Triple: let´s make motorcycle great again!
Disregarding price, should someone that will only ride on the street, and not the track, get the R or the RS model?
@Victor Hage I would need a several hours with each bike. Local dealers aren't into that. I ended up buying the RS for the better brakes, suspension, quick shifter, and cowling. But I would rather have the street tune of the R.
Anyone knows if there is any difference between street triple rs 2018 and 2019 in terms of design ?
thanks
I personally love those lights!
at 13.26 you can see the gopro attached the front wheel somehow. how please?
I believe they used a RAM Mirror Mount Base attached to one of the bolts holding the brake caliper on. You'd also need an arm and a RAM GoPro Adapter. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-mirror-mount-base
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-double-socket-arm
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-gopro-hero-adapter
thank you. much appreciated.
I liked the video amd details that were given.. I also love revzilla, even calling me after hearing about my motorcycle accident to see if I was ok. That is customer support... YET I have to harshly criticize those words, "you can't use it to it's potential so why buy it?" Realistically most can't ride a 250/300 to its potential on the street let alone a Superbike... You buy what you want.
First of all, thank you for the kind words and for being a loyal supporter. As for the review, I don't think that's exactly what we said. In no way were we encouraging folks not to buy it, rather we were focusing on educating people so they knew what they are getting if they do decide to buy.
As far as the power is concerned, it has less to do with the amount of power being produced and much more about how the power is being produced. If you take a look at the dyno sheets in the accompanying article ( www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2018-triumph-street-triple-rs-motorcycle-review ) you'll see that in order to get the peak horsepower out of the RS, Triumph had to sacrifice some of the low to midrange power that is found on the R. In addition to that, the RS receives all of the additional performance oriented components that are amazing, but might be a bit overkill for the average rider on the street.
Really our point here is that for riders looking for a fun street bike, they might be able to keep a few extra dollars in their pocket and go with an S or an R and be just as happy, or more happy, than if they went for the RS. For folks looking for a performance oriented machine, that's going to give them a leg up over the competition, than the RS is just the ticket. It's an amazing machine, we're just stating that folks need to be clear on their expectations because a lot has changed over the previous version.
I hope this helps to clarify my thoughts on this bike.
Alright, I had to Sub! Well done Gentlemen.
Thanks bud! -TeamZilla Chris
did you guys made a video on 2019 or 18 cb300r??
We have a written review but not a video. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/common-tread/2019-honda-cb300r-first-ride-motorcycle-review
I got the 765 RS and have nothing bad to say about it!
It appears that the lock nut on the clutch cable is loose.
I don't believe there's a lock nut at all. There's a piece of spring steel that holds the ridged edge of the adjuster in place. -DrewZilla
Hey could you guys do a video for bikes for big and tall ?
Possibly. In the meantime, check out cycle-ergo.com for seeing how you'll fit on lots of bikes. -DrewZilla
Spurge is one of those tall guys with tiny feet ... lol ... once you see them, you can't unsee see them ever again.
Size 12.5's are considered small feet now? -Pat
@@RevZilla 6ft and I wear 11.5 ... for his height, yup ... small feet! lol ... it's ok Pat ... ( Cough cough Spurge )
Awesome awesome review gents love these bikes best review on them thank you
Dude thats longachers on rt 100 in bechtelsville ?
Gabriel Iannozzi yeppers!
@Spurgeon Dunbar damn right in my area, love to ride with you guys sometime or watch a filming
Gabriel Iannozzi I saw that and started freaking out. Can't wait to be home
Enjoyed that , thanks for posting the clothing names too!
I'm not a track rider, purely street- commuter,weekend fang man. Peak power up top would be a waste of time and money. Roads in Victoria,Australia not autobahn smooth, 110kmh speed limit and the place is infested with speed cameras/radar. No where apart from track days you could use an RS and keep your licence.
These bikes have great safety standards, just as Yamienoob
With the rs track ready, do we really need the daytona?
There is still a place for the Daytona IMO. Perhaps Triumph will sell a body kit for the RS in the future. Sure the RS can blast at the track, but it is still a naked bike, and a 765 Daytona would still be faster.
Street RS already geared for top end, all it needs is just a rear set and fairing to turn into daytona
Yes, exactly :). With fairings and clip-ons you would get better aerodynamics.
what is tis awesome music at 4:39