Great to see a review that isn't 100% gushing praise on the new Street Triple purely because it works on track, somewhere where most of us normal Joe's, most of the time, won't be doing our riding. Slightly disappointing to hear this new model moves the Streetie a bit nearer the Speed Triple in character, for me the Speed Triple is too powerful and weighty for the road where as the old Street Triple was eminently usable with it's easy to access lightweight hooligan fun. Really can't wait to try one of these out for myself though (as a long term owner and huge fan of the Street Triple) Thanks to this more realistic review perhaps I can go off on my own test ride without unrealistic expectations and end up disappointed. Great work Bike World! All the best - TMF....
If you're a big fan of the old Street Triple, you'll get what I was getting at within minutes. This new one isn't bad, far from it. I just thought it was more like the plusher and more refined new Speed Triple than it was like the hooligan 675 Striple. JH
Don't forget that the new Street Triple R is tuned specifically to be more street friendly than this RS. The RS is tuned more for top end while the R is tuned for more grunt down low. I wouldn't make a judgement on its character until reviews for the R model come out.
Chap, I think that was about the best bike review I have ever seen. I like your style - keep the "outtakes" in! I've never owned a Triumph, not a fanboy, doubt I will buy one of these, but I wouldn't mind trying one on for size. Good job.
My big question is that if it is harder to reach the 'sweet spot' on the road, has it lost its fun factor? And most enjoyable and fact filled review! Thank you John and BW!
Interesting - others are saying the 765 makes more torque and power over the 675 at all RPM. One would then think that it wouldn't be necessary to wind the 765 up anymore than the 675 to tap into the torque/power... Indeed that's what I've heard so far.
I am in love with the new street triple rs . Your presentation is awesome . Clean , clear and precise info , just loved it . Have a request , can you make a review of the new Suzuki katana ?
Is you're opinion based on only the rs? Because the rs is mostly track focussed, meaning more top end? But do you think the S model will have more initial grunt and better road usability? Or even the R model?!
The R should have a bit more torque so I guess it's more suitable for the road / everyday use. I just think if something is to go wrong with this new Street Triple it's the screen and the joystick.
Yeah the R seems more appropriate for those uses. At least that's how I'm approaching it. The S seems a bit too 'meh' somehow but the R fits perfectly right in the middle. Plus three paint options vs. two for the others! Ha. The R and RS have the same torque figure but the R makes it a bit earlier in the rev range (9,400 vs. 10,800). Both have 77 N-m/56.8 lb-ft.
you are right, but the torque curve on R is to be expected "more" flat sacrificing the top-end peak power. at least I believe and expect you'll get the same torque sooner from the rev perspective on R than RS. this would make the R more sufficient for road riding. let us see what first reviews and comparisons will tell.
Whilst the dash and clocks look exciting and good to me ,,,have Triumph had the brains not to power headlights till bike is started as that's my gripe with my 11 plate speed triple,, when you finished fiddling and ready to start bike battery's about flat ,, saying that this has ,,I think l e d s so proberbly don't use as much power thanks Shane uk
Don't understand Why you would think it bizarre that it made more sense "on track " ?... the RS is the "track" orientated version the other models tuned specifically for road use , even having more torque lower down than the RS and no doubt feeling much more like a faster old model Street than the RS does ....
The engine puts out 94bhp but is restricted to 47bhp for the A2 licence. After you have done your A licence, you can get it de-restricted by triumph and then you have a 94bhp bike. I wouldnt choose to have a 47bhp street triple, but because of uk laws thats all im allowed to ride. Join the dots now
Samuel Wicks the laws here are a little different possibly. Once a 660 always a 660, ecu is tamper proof and can not be unrestricted. You sure you got your facts right
These bike are fantastic but not in the real world. The power band is unusable in normal everyday conditions so your using the bike outside the power band. Say your on a motorway at 70 your likely to be in first or second max to be in the power band. Third gear and you might as well be on a cb500. Lower revving bikes with higher torque are more fun on a day to day basis. Ok the track is totally different but how many people will buy this bike and not use it on a track or to its full potential? I have a few bikes and my favourite is a 10 year old BMW g650x, I have lowered the sprockets to give more torque at the back wheel and closer gear ratios. It's a blast to ride up to 75mph. I am always in the power band......
Funny, I've had no issues using my '12 Street R in everyday conditions to the tune of 30k miles in less than 3 years. The bike makes something like 90% of peak torque from 3k to redline.
Grumpy Garry Apparantly, Triumph has shortened the first two gears if the 765. I found this to be a weak point of the 675. Besides this, this video describes the experience of the RS model which has a different (higher HP at higher revs) engine and character than the R and S models which are tuned more towards midrange power.
Sorry but couldn't disagree more ! .. the street triple is laden with torque and is the perfect engine for road use , it really is the ultimate "real world bike" .... have you ever tried one ? .. It has instant torque from 2500rpm upwards that would destroy your BMW at any rev/speed combination. This new RS model is a little down on torque as its designed as a Road/Track version with more top end power
It is (almost) perfect for road use and it has more than enough torque, you are correct. BUT the Triumph engineers (or marketeers) really like long gearing on their motorbikes, probably to boost the MPG figures. This is not only the Street Triple, but also other Triumphs. For me the very long 1st and 2nd gears were actually sliggtly disappointing, what is the usability on the road of a bike that does 100+ km/h in second gear?? First thing I would do if I ever get one is changing the sprockets. Just good to see that Triumph themselves already changed it a bit on the 765, this could actually be based on customer feedback.
I own a 675 STR and I've literally never read more of of a load of bullshit than what you've just written.... The 675 will wheelie almost off idle in second gear (about 25kph) and though it's possible to do over 155kph in 3rd, the motor is so smooth, and has so much low and grunt that it's possible to ride around in traffic in top gear under 40kph.... Go ride one mate - you'll see what I mean
Just bought one last weekend had the choice between a 2016 675R or 2018 RS after riding both of them back to back I ended up with the RS. Something left me a bit to be desired on the 675 R after riding the RS. Although I can understand all the hype behind the street triple line up their amazing bikes. Previous bike was a 636 lovely bike but super sports are overrated on the street. Ps: Coming from an old 20 year old
Great to see a review that isn't 100% gushing praise on the new Street Triple purely because it works on track, somewhere where most of us normal Joe's, most of the time, won't be doing our riding. Slightly disappointing to hear this new model moves the Streetie a bit nearer the Speed Triple in character, for me the Speed Triple is too powerful and weighty for the road where as the old Street Triple was eminently usable with it's easy to access lightweight hooligan fun. Really can't wait to try one of these out for myself though (as a long term owner and huge fan of the Street Triple) Thanks to this more realistic review perhaps I can go off on my own test ride without unrealistic expectations and end up disappointed. Great work Bike World! All the best - TMF....
If you're a big fan of the old Street Triple, you'll get what I was getting at within minutes. This new one isn't bad, far from it. I just thought it was more like the plusher and more refined new Speed Triple than it was like the hooligan 675 Striple. JH
Hmmm, will be shame if the eager puppy has turned into a trained gun dog.....I need to ride one ASAP!
Don't forget that the new Street Triple R is tuned specifically to be more street friendly than this RS. The RS is tuned more for top end while the R is tuned for more grunt down low. I wouldn't make a judgement on its character until reviews for the R model come out.
Good point! Thanks for that....
I heard that the R has more torque for street then the RS (or S), can you compear?
Chap, I think that was about the best bike review I have ever seen. I like your style - keep the "outtakes" in! I've never owned a Triumph, not a fanboy, doubt I will buy one of these, but I wouldn't mind trying one on for size. Good job.
Love the look of that TFT screen! Great review, now I just need to go test ride one...
My big question is that if it is harder to reach the 'sweet spot' on the road, has it lost its fun factor?
And most enjoyable and fact filled review! Thank you John and BW!
Captain Rambunctious reckon it might have lost its accessibility and what made the street triple so great
Ordered one beginning of Feb waiting nearly patiently ha great review 👍
Interesting - others are saying the 765 makes more torque and power over the 675 at all RPM. One would then think that it wouldn't be necessary to wind the 765 up anymore than the 675 to tap into the torque/power... Indeed that's what I've heard so far.
Those bug eyes remind me of someone who I would rather forget.
These guys have the best job in the world.
What about the half faired version rumoured ages ago?
Is the R just as "bad" in terms of being more for the track than the street? Or is it just the RS model that's like that?
I am in love with the new street triple rs . Your presentation is awesome . Clean , clear and precise info , just loved it . Have a request , can you make a review of the new Suzuki katana ?
765 is a very amazing bike that looks grreaat.
Is this too much for an every day road bike?
Is you're opinion based on only the rs? Because the rs is mostly track focussed, meaning more top end? But do you think the S model will have more initial grunt and better road usability? Or even the R model?!
beautiful machine cant wait to try it out
A superb review, thanks a lot, great bike,
It requires a bit more guts and skill to get the most out of the bike you mean? Any idea if you'll look at the R and S models as well?
How would you compare this to the Yamaha MT/FZ-10? Same price here in the US.
The R should have a bit more torque so I guess it's more suitable for the road / everyday use.
I just think if something is to go wrong with this new Street Triple it's the screen and the joystick.
Yeah the R seems more appropriate for those uses. At least that's how I'm approaching it. The S seems a bit too 'meh' somehow but the R fits perfectly right in the middle. Plus three paint options vs. two for the others! Ha.
The R and RS have the same torque figure but the R makes it a bit earlier in the rev range (9,400 vs. 10,800). Both have 77 N-m/56.8 lb-ft.
you are right, but the torque curve on R is to be expected "more" flat sacrificing the top-end peak power. at least I believe and expect you'll get the same torque sooner from the rev perspective on R than RS. this would make the R more sufficient for road riding. let us see what first reviews and comparisons will tell.
Supercorsa SP on a wet track ?
No wonder all the others got off the track pretty soon when it started to rain.
Whilst the dash and clocks look exciting and good to me ,,,have Triumph had the brains not to power headlights till bike is started as that's my gripe with my 11 plate speed triple,, when you finished fiddling and ready to start bike battery's about flat ,, saying that this has ,,I think l e d s so proberbly don't use as much power thanks Shane uk
What's the neck brace he's wearing on the road? I've been thinking of getting one myself. Is the head manoeuvrability alright?
Please test the R version on the road.
Love it but expensive.
Don't understand Why you would think it bizarre that it made more sense "on track " ?... the RS is the "track" orientated version the other models tuned specifically for road use , even having more torque lower down than the RS and no doubt feeling much more like a faster old model Street than the RS does ....
Speed Triple or the MT-09, tough choice...
Arno D mt09 has a great motor and it ends there. Chassis suspension brakes the lot is just crap if you want an overall great bike Str is the way
Lol the A2 bike comes with a 660cc triple, not the current 675 ahaha
Samuel Wicks at the same price as the full version...
Your point is?
Samuel Wicks why pay full price for half the power. i will let you join the dots together. Lol
The engine puts out 94bhp but is restricted to 47bhp for the A2 licence. After you have done your A licence, you can get it de-restricted by triumph and then you have a 94bhp bike. I wouldnt choose to have a 47bhp street triple, but because of uk laws thats all im allowed to ride. Join the dots now
Samuel Wicks the laws here are a little different possibly. Once a 660 always a 660, ecu is tamper proof and can not be unrestricted. You sure you got your facts right
there was stalling issue on the existing 675 striple...in your test ride pls evaluate this as well
These bike are fantastic but not in the real world. The power band is unusable in normal everyday conditions so your using the bike outside the power band. Say your on a motorway at 70 your likely to be in first or second max to be in the power band. Third gear and you might as well be on a cb500. Lower revving bikes with higher torque are more fun on a day to day basis. Ok the track is totally different but how many people will buy this bike and not use it on a track or to its full potential? I have a few bikes and my favourite is a 10 year old BMW g650x, I have lowered the sprockets to give more torque at the back wheel and closer gear ratios. It's a blast to ride up to 75mph. I am always in the power band......
Funny, I've had no issues using my '12 Street R in everyday conditions to the tune of 30k miles in less than 3 years. The bike makes something like 90% of peak torque from 3k to redline.
Grumpy Garry Apparantly, Triumph has shortened the first two gears if the 765. I found this to be a weak point of the 675.
Besides this, this video describes the experience of the RS model which has a different (higher HP at higher revs) engine and character than the R and S models which are tuned more towards midrange power.
Sorry but couldn't disagree more ! .. the street triple is laden with torque and is the perfect engine for road use , it really is the ultimate "real world bike" .... have you ever tried one ? .. It has instant torque from 2500rpm upwards that would destroy your BMW at any rev/speed combination.
This new RS model is a little down on torque as its designed as a Road/Track version with more top end power
It is (almost) perfect for road use and it has more than enough torque, you are correct.
BUT the Triumph engineers (or marketeers) really like long gearing on their motorbikes, probably to boost the MPG figures. This is not only the Street Triple, but also other Triumphs. For me the very long 1st and 2nd gears were actually sliggtly disappointing, what is the usability on the road of a bike that does 100+ km/h in second gear?? First thing I would do if I ever get one is changing the sprockets. Just good to see that Triumph themselves already changed it a bit on the 765, this could actually be based on customer feedback.
I own a 675 STR and I've literally never read more of of a load of bullshit than what you've just written.... The 675 will wheelie almost off idle in second gear (about 25kph) and though it's possible to do over 155kph in 3rd, the motor is so smooth, and has so much low and grunt that it's possible to ride around in traffic in top gear under 40kph.... Go ride one mate - you'll see what I mean
I doubt there's many 19-21 year olds that could afford to drop 8k on a new street triple. Im not saying it's a bad idea, but I doubt it'll sell well
Prince Fancybum luckily the world has not only broke kids
Just bought one last weekend had the choice between a 2016 675R or 2018 RS after riding both of them back to back I ended up with the RS. Something left me a bit to be desired on the 675 R after riding the RS. Although I can understand all the hype behind the street triple line up their amazing bikes. Previous bike was a 636 lovely bike but super sports are overrated on the street.
Ps: Coming from an old 20 year old
And that's how you review a fukin bike!!
A biker using a watch?! that's new...
if i see you driving so then speak your experiences at the most of 50% of what the motorcycle could afford.
I'll keep my "retro" bike.
Street Triple = Sex on 2 wheels
Too much of the talking bloke and not enough of the bike.
Andy T it rained Andy so filming time was limited.
Bike World But the rain in Spain falls mainly, ahh, too corny, I can't do it. . . 😂
Frustrating thing is that the weather was great in the UK.
i think 675
Any bad points? another Triumph fanboy review.
This bike would be so much nicer without that ugly front end
Meh I rode one years ago and it felt like a toy to me. No windshield so it can't be ridden year round. I am still on a BMW that does it all.
just a shame its so fucking ugly
Walk to it with your eyes closed.... not like you have to look at it while riding innit ?