Triumph Speed Twin 900: BEST OF BRITISH!
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- Alex get's his hands on the latest iteration of the Speed Twin 900 from Triumph! Needless to say he fell in love with it, what do you guys think? Let us know in the comment section below! Like and subscribe for more BikeMatters content!
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I recently purchased the beautiful red “chrome” edition ex demo ST900. It’s awesome, has all the power I need for real world riding, endless torque and it must have one of the best sounding standard exhaust notes going. A real thumping old school twin soundtrack. Add to this the name and build quality and attention to detail and honestly. It’s a blooming brilliant bike!!
Sounds lovely! Glad you're enjoying it mate.
Ditto!
I bought a Trident last summer , I fell in love with the triple engine , but I’ve now ridden a ST900 with my partner in the back , oh boy , I made a mistake, gotta trade the Trident in for one of these ❤
On old 2017 I'm getting minimum 150 max 205 (drive really slow) and economi 180miles per tank, on dash would be left 1 bar.
I have one of these( chrome edition in hopper red) and I love it for all the reasons you mention. The standard seat looks great and is very comfortable and being a 'shorty' the 765mm seat height is perfect for me. Could you give me the name/ model of the soft panniers and frames fitted to the test bike please. They look great and are just what I'm looking for. Many thanks for your review!
Had one for 3yrs, was an excellent bike, no issues. Just fancied a change, bought the triumph trident 660. Was and am impressed with both. 👍
Thanks for sharing
Serious Question:
Wasnt it kind of a downgrade? I feel like the Speed Twin 900 is more of a substantial and grown up bike?
What do you think?
I have to say that Triumph is knocking it out of the park with their retro style classic bikes. I love the Bonneville Speedmaster in that range. Such a great bike, although it's £14k.
We agree, Triumph have smashed it this year with the bikes we've had in.
I've been debating between the Speed 400 and the Speed Twin 900. This video helped me make up my mind. It's the Speed Twin 900. When you short shift it the exhaust note is just right. I thought about the Speed 400 and it is half the cost, and I wondered if the Speed Twin 900 was worth trice the money. The exhaust note to me is worth it. Loved it. Thank you for this video.
Fantastic choice, between two brilliant bikes. Think the 900 does have the edge, though, despite being heavier and pricier. I ended up going for a Speed Twin 1200!
900! For sure
Just bought this today
Love it, enjoy!
I love Triumph’s lineup (especially the T100) but man those useless shorty-short front fenders on the Speed Twin… no good. Newer models also harder and more $ to de-cat, which is an essential mod IMO.
My nit-picks aside, absolutely great and gorgeous bike. The small windscreen looks really great with the single gauge. I think another UK channel had this exact loaner too, same setup.
Rode one yesterday, and was pretty blown away with the riding experience! And l have had many much more powerful bikes in the past!
Best of bonneville family ❤
My 2022 Street Twin is super smooth and so flickable- just love the thing.
Isn't it just!
The speed twin is the new street twin! It’s just been re named!
I've got a 2019 street twin and love it , it's got all the power for everyday riding
Wonderful!
I m waiting the 2025 updaited model....
My ST 900 is lovely ❤🍇
Atm just selling my 1994 Triumph Trophy, at 71 I need something lighter, more agile, so viewed the Stealth Edition yesterday, this is helpful, just looking around for the best deal atm.
Thanks.
I went to the Triumph shop yesterday to see bikes. The vendor told me he sell a lot of Speed 400 to people of 70+ years old. They want something lighter than their old bikes and apparently they are all satisfiyed with the Speed 400. You should have a look ;)
I actually ordered a Speed Twin 900 at the weekend, agile with power. Out of all the Triumphs that was the one for me. Thanks
Nice vid Alex. I’ve just chopped in my Ducati for one of these in Ironstone. Loving the relaxed lazy power. Plenty for going for it and easy in town. Did the little flyscreen help at all and what helmet are you wearing? and how are you finding it, comfort and noise. Cheers.
Nice! Glad you're enjoying it too. We reckoned the fly screen helped a tad, but having not ridden the bike without one - not too sure. Looks cool though! As for the helmet - www.ruroc.com/en_gb/atlas-4-liquid-carbon.html Ruroc Atlas 4.0 Liquid Carbon. Very comfortable, not too noisy but not silent. Built in audio/intercom is a nice touch too. Thanks for the comment!
I have done 5,700 miles on my 2023 Speed Twin 900, including France, Belgium, Germany and Scotland. It has all the power you need to go any distance on the autoroutes and autobahns. I was worried about the 12 litre (2 2/3 gallons) tank, but average fuel consumption is 71 mpg, giving you around 190 miles to dry, touring. After the fuel light comes on, you’ve still got 3 litres (2/3 gallon, 45/50 or so miles). He doesn’t seem to realise that the Speed Twin 900 isn’t an alternative to the Street Twin, it has replaced it. Also, he doesn’t understand that all the information including rpm and clock are there by scrolling the screen. I have fitted a separate handlebar clock though, to be permanently visible. The standard seat is very comfortable, why anyone would pay extra for the uncomfortable quilted thing, I can’t understand.
The most surprising thing is that when I did an IAM track day at Mallory Park recently, even though on paper my bike wasn’t the fastest in my group, I was amazed how quick you could get it around the circuit and by the end of the day, I was lapping faster than all the others. The spread of power and handling on track are excellent and brakes more than good enough. I’ve been riding since 1963 and this is my first Triumph, but it is excellent.
I'm looking to purchase my first bike
Would you say 900 or 1200
900 would be the best as a first bike. Not as powerful, but still plenty of guts for the roads.
What bike license do you have right now? Here in the UK, you need to pass various tests to pass your license. However, the bike you can buy, is restricted by your age, by engine size and length of your experience. So if you were 18 years old and never had a license and bike before, you can only buy a 125cc motorcycle. If you already have a full license, try lots of bikes/manufacturers first at your local dealer. Bigger engines means it's heavy and needs to be ridden in a more slower, touring, cruising way. If you want a more faster bike, try 400/600/750. It's lighter, more easy to flick through twisty country roads and fast on straight motorways. After you've tried a few in each cc, you'll get the feeling which one is more exciting and more of your own taste. There's no point purchasing a Triumph Rocket 3 and then realising it's not quite as nimble as a lower cc dedicated adventure/sports bike
@@AdamForeman thanks
I did my licence in 2001, it's full licence. I had MZ 250 bike for a year which I was fixing more than riding lol
Now after so many years I'm looking to get something . I like retro look of Bonneville T120 or T100 as well as speed twin
I was also considering MT07, which is apparently fun to ride, but obviously I prefer the looks of triumph.
Will definitely test ride a few before deciding
@@flesz_ the Yamaha MT-07 is a cracking good bike! If you love Triumph's, try the Triumph Trident 660. As for it's competitor's, try the Honda CB650R, Kawasaki Z650 or the Suzuki SV650. The MT-07 is definitely a good choice. Good prices 2nd hand too from dealers coming up to the winter season when bike prices drop.
I’ve got a first generation StreetTwin.Still a great bike and in great condition for its age.
It would be perfect if came with spoke wheels. 😊
Get a T100 for that .
@@leeinwis somewhere between original speed twin and thurxton . sweet spot
Amazing machine
Does the windscreen do much?
It wasn't hugely noticeable from memory, but it did help a little bit. If you like the style and want a small improvement in rider comfort it's worth investing
Wow, those English roads! Love 'em! We lived in England for 5 years, came back to the US at the end of 2020. Whenever I was out driving away from town, I always thought the roads would be a dream for motorcycling. Sadly, we have no such roads here in the Chicago suburbs.
I went to our local dealer and sat on a Speed Twin 900 today. I may just get me one come spring, it was very nice.
There are some fantastic country roads to explore on two wheels in England, but the real joy is found over in Wales! (Though the Welsh won't like me advertising that)
Nice review. My indicator shows 150 miles to empty after a fill up, I'm averaging jyst over 70mpg.
Thanks for sharing
60mpg(4.5L) is 97km/4.5L so should be able to 192km per 9L leaving 1L which should get you 19km so 211km per 10L leaving 2L in tank to stop crap being sucked into fuel system or you could use another liter of gas ⛽ for emergency still leaving 1L in tank.210km(132miles) per 10L would be my minium as that seems to be what I do regularly but would have to top up to get home & back into town about 57km after a run with my mates.My Trident 🔱660 averages 4.5L per 100km but spirited riding see it as high as 5L per 100km & frugal riding is about 4.3L.My Trident 🔱 has a 14L tank & I've done 230km a few times & topped it up & put 10.5-10.8L of gas ⛽ in so 255km per 12L.
I have mixed info about range on Speedtwin 900 some say at top up gauge says 100miles others say 140miles per tank but manufacturers leave a margin of era so if bike says 100miles actually be at least 120miles.Also the fuel bars on a bike are roughly 1.5L each minimum & the last bar is about 3L depending on the bike but this sounds right for 900 Triumph so 130miles on a out 10.5L.Triumph states 68mpg & 288km per tank but I find this hard to believe & reckon 57-60mpg is more realistic but Triumph got Trident 🔱 fuel economy spot on at 100km/gal & Trident 🔱 does 290-300km per tank a 14L tank.So 288km seems a stretch at 100km/gal which will be about 260km max.
I would love to know what 5-6owners of 900 Speedtwin's reckon how many miles per gallon(4.5L).
@@ruahinesrider
I have a 2021 Street Twin which I bought 2 months ago. It still wasn't run in! I regularly get 300km per tank, although I start looking for fuel at about 250km if for no other reason other than my bum won't go any further. I live in a regional town (Australia) and most of my riding is on back roads and highways with quite a few long rides (500km +). Not much around town. Also, at 77, I don't thrash it - those days are long gone.
@@brucecampbell4485 Gee that's good mileage.Was worried about the 12L tank not being bigger enough but sounds like it is,Thanks.
@@ruahinesrider I also was concerned about the size of the tank before I bought the bike, but its not been an issue. As mentioned, my bum gives up before the tank is emptied. Main reason I bought the bike was the seat height - I have a serious case of duck's disease and it seems to be getting worse as I get older.
Used to love mine. It's a shame the rather poor suspensions
Made in Thailand 😉
Thankfully yes.
Benelli TRK 702/X review coming soon?
Great review. I have a 2020 model in the 'Iron stone ' paint finish. I absolutely love the bike. Only let down by the awful Pirelli phantom tyres. Upon reading comments in various forums most folk who have changed the tyres say that it's a ' day and night ' transformation.
Thanks for the info!
What tyres are recommended ?
@@simoncullum5019 Bridgestone BT46 and Michelin Road Classics seem to be popular.
Triumph changed to the Michelins a while ago fortunately.
Yep the Phantom tires are weak in the wet and look ugly. Mine’s a 2020 too and I changed the tires the day I got it. Using Pirelli MT60 160/70-17 in the rear and 110/80-18 up front. Just perfect, gnarly looks, awesome grip. It’s the same that comes in the Ducati Scrambler Iron, check it out.
I'm in the market for one of these, seems that some bikes come on the previous bikes' crap Phantoms, and some come on Road 6's, do you know if that's just potluck that you get? obs the Roads are preferable.
All new bikes come with the Michelin classics as far as I know.
Good review. I've got the 2019/20 street twin and yes , same spec as the one you're riding. Great bike.
Thanks for the comment!
Good video! What’s the difference in the Bonneville t100?
The difference is 13kg between Speedtwin 900 & T100 & the Speedtwin has a 4pot Brembo front brake but 12L tank & upswept pipes easy to adjust chain.
T100 only has a 2pot Brembo front brake but has a 14.5L tank & straight exhaust which one side needs to be removed to adjust chain unless you get the curved spanners from Snap on.
Nice review
I love the Bonnies and I’m looking to buy one.
I’m 6ft2 and I’m afraid it’s too small for me
We think you should be okay, worth a test ride!
Look at the Scrambler it's the same but higher.
What the diference to the T100?
Spoked wheels, more chrome, dual dials and just a tad more retro
I’m planning to upgrade to the 1200, that additional power would be great for longer trip
I did end up buying a 1200... it's perfect! Maybe we should do an 'owner's review' video on it?
@@BikeMattersthat would be great!!!!
Does it worth the upgrade? 😬 spoiler
I thought Triumphs were made in Taiwan. I am definitely considering buying one, possibly the 1200. Thank you for sharing.😎
Thanks for the comment!
I think you mean Thailand.
@@francomartini4328
You're absolutely right, my bad.
@@artiecisneros4691 India
How tall are you please.
6 foot 3
@@BikeMatters Thank for that.
in my view the design of the motorcycle should be like Triumph 400 X and Twin inbuilt Carburetor system should be developed to get more economy and speed.i liked your review🎉
A great review, but a "Twin engine" ? Im sure you mean twin cylinder 😅
A great review but how can it be “best of British” ? I endured 3 years ownership of an early street twin and had many problems, both electrical and mechanical. It spent far too long back at the dealers. I wouldn’t buy another until the well documented gearbox selector failure issue was admitted and addressed. BTW, I used to average about 70 mpg when it was actually on the road.
Sad to hear that + much better than we were getting, may have been thrashing it a bit too hard. Thanks for the comment!
you confused topend power with topspeed , topend power is not only for topspeed but for max acceleration as well 👌🏻 thats why triumph 765 beat speed twin 900 in both topspeed and max acceleration test 120 vs 65 hp 👉🏻0-100 4,5 vs 3,0 0-160 12,5 vs 6 sek vmax 185 vs 235 km/h 😉👌🏻 what i like in this bike is engine characterisitc 80 nm at 3800 rpm so good lowend at least comapre to me sv 650 👌🏻 beside 5 gears 👌🏻 better than 6 no doubt 👌🏻 what i dont like 💩 tire size shit front suspension lil to lazy geometry i mean seat hight 765 wheelbase 145 perfect is seath 80 wheelbase 140 😉👍🏻 still beteer than in vrod though like forme 😉 👌🏻 + lil to big weight like for me 216 kg wet some say even dry 🤷🏻♂️ 200 wet is max for me 👌🏻 beside this 👍🏻
comapre this 765 👉🏻 m.th-cam.com/video/uppdRWLdlAg/w-d-xo.html to this speed twin 900 👉🏻 ok cant found but even speedtwin 1200 have no chance on accelerstion against 765 due to much weaker topend despite having much stronger lowend 110 nm at lower rpm vs 765 80 nm at higher rpm what is really irrelevant 😎👉🏻 m.th-cam.com/video/yueA-DAKlZw/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUbc3BlZWR0d2luIDkwMCBhY2NlbGVyYXRpb24g hees launch on this st1200 was very weak cos 0-50 3,0 sec so take off from this time 1-1,5 sec with perfect launch still 0 chance against 765 🤷🏻♂️👉🏻but im agree with that st 900 have optimal power for rpad and especially power characterisitoc with good lowend like for me 😉👌🏻