Triumph Speed Triple 1200RS, an Enigma
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2024
- I go for a short ride out of town, answer some of your questions and give my uneducated opinion on this bike.
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I love RJ's reviews. You can tell how passionate he is about bikes and how those feelings help us to understand the bike he's riding on. Superb video as always RJ.
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There is s speck of dust on the camera exactly over the speedo. Damm that was lucky lol
Apart from on the motorway we saw it hit 70+, km/h I hope and staying within the limit
It's not a speck of dust, he edited the blur in. Obviously he wouldn't want to post proof against himself. You can see in certain point of the video (like when he slows down for the speed radars) that it's uncensored.
@@frackitos pretty obvious it’s blurred…
@@frackitos doh..
@@frackitos I think he's been sarcastic lad.
This man is so positive i would love if more bikers is like him no speeding in populated places,respecting pedestrians and other drivers! Great man !
No speeding in populated places? 😂😂😂 he is always speeding in London and breaking the filter speed limit of 15mph
A serious, personal review, covering a lot of subjects. Well done, RJ, and thanks.
Fix the mirrors... my ocd is killing me
Dog: "Are you RJ?"
RJ: "Woof!"
I miss the underseat 3in2 and that thirsty bubbling sound when easing off the throttle that comes along with it :(
Decided to keep my 515nv from 2014.
Great review RJ. I just test rode one today and your thoughts are exactly like mine. It's actually a deadly weapon.
13:40 Amen! Riding is supposed to be an experience that you’re involved in! If I wanted to passively travel I’d take the car.
As a K5 GSXR1000k5 owner from new, I used to be one of those guys that didn't want a computer interfering with my riding experience and thought that having electronics would interfere with my ride. "Electronics are for people that can't ride a bike", was what I thought at the time.
Then I got an R1M ten years later.
I was wrong. Or maybe I was right at the time, hard to say. Bike "safety aids" were fairly primitive and crude at the time and they would cut power and kill drive to keep you safe. That isn't the case anymore. These ride-by-wire bikes have extremely sophisticated schemes aimed at *not slowing you down, but helping you go faster*. I'll bet you a set of tires that there as a street rider reading this comment, you won't be able to feel the wheelie or traction control working on an R1M AT ALL. Slide control, yes, because that gets into ignition cuts due to the time needed to control (notice I didn't say "stop".....) the slide.
Bottom line is that when I got the Yamaha, I was already pretty fast down a country road on the GSXR. But the Yamaha taught me where the limits really are, how far away from them I was, and how to go faster by changing my riding style. I'm not bragging when I say that I'm fast enough to ride a superbike hard enough to flex the frame in corners, so it's not exactly like I'm 'hanging about' or riding like a Squid.
I've still got the GSXR, it's still a thrilling bike to ride, but I ride it more carefully than the Yamaha. If you could get the Suzuki engine in the yamaha frame, you'd really have something.
@@nunyabidness9257 good comment! 👍 I don’t begrudge modern safety aids like ABS, TCS, wheelie control with the caveat that I believe the rider should be able to turn them off. my minivan has a button to disable traction control for crying out loud, why doesn’t my bike (or hopefully future bike, the Hypermotard).
But stuff like KTM locking ABS options behind a $750 “track pack” paywall on the 1290 Super Duke means I’ll never buy any of their bikes.
And ‘luxury items’ like adaptive cruise control are the antithesis to motorcycle riding and inflate production cost and retail prices.
Those two areas are where I have complaint, I totally agree that the old “I can brake faster than ABS” claim is well and truly debunked.
@@carsons5750 I don't think you're likely to see aids like adaptive cruise control on a sport bike or naked standard any time soon unless they become so cheap and ubiquitous that they becomea defacto product feature. Touring bikes are another matter, they absolutely would benefit from adaptive CC.... and let's be honest here, the modern interpretation of an Adventure bike really is a touring bike that you aren't as likely to crash on a gravel road or groomed trail. GSA's and Super Adventures are bikes for men who are too proud to say they need a Goldwing.
So, to me, ACC on a Multistrada, GSA or Super Adventure isn't offensive. These are bikes meant to gobble up miles on an interstate among other things. I don't know about you, but one of the things that hurts the most after a long day in the saddle is my wrist from being permanently attached to the throttle grip all day, metering out small inputs while supporting my torso weight. I don't do a lot of highway riding, but it could make the difference between using a bike for a long trip or taking a car to me. I can always enjoy nice roads without the ACC when I get there.....
Proper review, RJ . Thank you
Hi RJ! glad to see you.
This is why I love my 2016 1290 for the brutal power delivery.
I have to agree with RJ in terms of the feed back (or lack there of) of todays crop of motorcycles.
Way too many ride aids spoil the experience.
The mirrors are so ugly in my opinion
14:00 the problem is OAPs dumping their pension funds into adventure bikes and riding them in a straight line for 99% of the time. Bikes have become too mainstream for the wrong customer.
I got one since 4 days i come from a Daytona 675r and finding neutral Is not that bad as they Say tbh.
Also love your vids rj best regards from italy
Those mirrors throw me off xd shouldn't they be horizontal ? Xd
you're right! but i believe mr Rj did that so he can filter through traffic easily without bumping those mirrors into people's cars
Your "XD" throw me off hahaha
@@jaredforspeed9611 Out of xD, Xd and XD which do you prefer?
@@Fn0r1Chase xD
You didn't watch the whole video aren't you he answering this question
You are a naughty boy blanking off your speedo whilst breaking the law speeding. tut tut
Love the sound
Some of you complained that I move about too much and make you dizzy so I'll just sit here and proceed to be like a bobble-head! 🤣🤣🤣
I've ridden neither of the TST bikes but getting a sense that we're being outbiked again ... I love hearing exhausts howling so for me riding a small bike fast is far more fun than riding a big bike slow. Plus I wonder how long I'd keep my license for on that beast! But it does seem to have all the creature comforts :) They hit a winner with those triples and just seem to keep refining and maturing it :) Another nice vid, RJ keep up the good work, Sir 👍
saludos desde España, tu fans nº1 en España
13:00 thank you for answering my question RJ
Much like my 2014 Triumph Street Triple R, the 3 cylinder's "character" is the tingle through the bars and feet, but when its howling at wide open throttle, there is nothing like it. I'm sure the 1200 must be even better. Great review, thank you.
Thanks for another high quality video RJ. Cheers from Alaska
This man is a elite in motovlogs. No other motovloggers can even match him.
I will
Dream bike
356th like and 45th comment so early lol ❤️😃
Outstanding review, thanks!
If only triumph would bring back into existence the big tigersport updated 1160❔❕❗️
This is the most perfect motorcycle at this moment.. thanks RJ, when comes to canary islands, please let me know...
Got one! The way it eats up corners 🔥🔥🔥
hey RJ arriving to client place ah?
Yeah. bit of a dick move right at the start there. The red car could have judged your speed as safe enough for them to merge, then you speeding up like that could have caused an accident.
It might just look bad on camera and if I was there in person it might have been different, but looked dodgy to me.
that sweet sound..
This is just fantastic, RJ. Many thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. Your Q&A is great 👍👍👍
I think those mirrors are meant to be set up horizontal RJ not vertical like that
He set them vertical for easier filtering
@@nahkiss gotcha
Gotta get yourself a nice exhaust for this thing. There's nothing that sounds better than an angry as fuck sounding 3cyl
street triple 🔥
Are you dyslexic?
tamo junto
Joys of blasting passed a tractor!!!!!!!!
This or the new S1000R?
Just bought my 2012 honda CBF125 today for £650 it was a right bargain pretty much in mint condition 5k miles on the clock now I just need to do my CBT in October can't wait I might even go for my A2 license in 2 years time
ABS is a legal requirement.
Manufacturers can't sell a bike without it.
Traction control is next.
So your wish for a "new Nuda" will not happen.
The KTM Duke 890R is the new Nuda.
RJ in the contryside...
rj have you ever driven a super sport motorcycle
1290 / 1200 RS 🌝😌🖤
came back to rewatch this after I got my own speed1200rs. Spot on for most things. it is an Enigma.
One moment its happily in cruise control in 5th gear at 2800 revs, the next minute you're screaming the thing above 7k rpm , tires are warmed up and you begin barreling into a bend, downshifting from 4th to 2nd with that sweet quickshifter and leaning on that insane front end.
Then punching out of the corner into warp speed. It's some weird mix of a Honda-like smooth comfortable machine, with immense triple torque (mine seems to pull quite hard from 3k revs, maybe it's how I broke It in ;) ) and high-level superbike handling. Enigma
I own a 2020 Speed triple Rs 1050 which has the Arrow exhausts and No Exhaust valve. I test rode the 2021 RS 1200 and it felt as if the New Exhaust valve was holding the full experience of the bike back. It makes the bike docile and quiet at the bottom of the rev range and once the exhaust valve opens the bike gets angrier!
the mirrors pointing up look so silly lol
Blah blah blah LOOK AT THE SIZE OF THAT DOG!! 🤣🤣🤣 quality RJ 👍🏻 got to love them dogs !
youre driving 58 in the 40 zone? is it allowed
Of course not but theres no way ur gonna drive the speed limit on a bike like that
Needs two round headlamps.
Good sound!
Triumph has made almost perfect street fighter motorcycle, why almost? The streetfighter must be made by his owner in the private garage😆😁👍
Love your videos man, but the vertical mirrors ... :E
I watch too many motorbike videos. As soon as RJ hit the motorway my brain did a falsetto “Nationaaaals!” a la @teapotone
Nice honest thoughts, thanks. Can you get a 2021 Tuano 1100 and do the same please👍
Wonder why he blurred the Speedo...... Don't worry we didn't see anything ;)
Goooo goooo gooooo RJ!!
나도 이 바이크 타고 싶은데
우리나라엔 몇개월째 들어오질 않네
부럽다
05:08 - Thats what my college GF used to say
with all my heart I congratulate you on the country you have !!! what a landscape !!!! puuuufffff !!!
Hey RJ, maybe review the Tracer 9/900? Great video!
The mirrors look crap
If you reading this comment one of his videos it shows your face.
06:00 i love this . hahaha . fans from Indonesia since 2017
Put an austin racing decat and muffler on it. I think that would make it have an angry excitement to it
I was really disappointed by this bike when I test rode it. The gearbox is clunky and the suspension is too hard for the road. It isn't particularly comfortable either. Ok, you feel like you're in a video game when you open the throttle but that's it in terms of riding pleasure. I tested it alongside the Street Triple RS and the Aprilia Tuono. I found the Tuono to be by far the most enjoyable of the three for road and city riding, so I bought one😂
Did you set the suspension to your weight and riding conditions? How can you even speak on it when it is set to a general factory spec and absolutely supposed to be adjusted specifically to a rider? Maybe try another test ride with proper setup?
@@jeremyprovonsil7886 no, it was set up by the dealership for Paris road conditions. I'm 62kg so nothing out of the ordinary. Impressions are always personal but I preferred the RS and Aprilia. The dealer confirmed that many people gave the same feedback.
That is everything I would expect form a fantastic bike . Nice 1 . Triumph is great 👍💪🏻
Waoww..😎👌🏼
Hi RJ Im from Iran I love your channel I also love your voice
6:01 :DD
Adakah orang Indonesia disini?
You from to brazil royal jordanian??
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An enema?
mantap
Thanks
Maybe needs a re map RJ to sort out the punch and vibrations
Mick
Those mirrors look dumb af.
wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Thanks for the vid mate! I was waiting for that! Cheers.
excelente video.. saludos.. ;)
Looks like you have to remove the pipe every time you want to change the rear tire. Am I wrong?
No, you’re not wrong. That’s the case with most bikes.
Nice video RJ!
I love that wink face headlights
Damn that was quiet, had to turn the volume up 😂🤣
Nice Speedo editing 😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣
I have a Street Triple that has a fantastic chassis that copes well with all road surfaces, and has an engine that is really, really smooth and is tractable filtering through town, on open twisty roads and on trackdays.
Sadly it is the most uncomfortable bike I have ever owned (well over 100 now). After 30 minutes I am wanting to get off, as the ergonomics for me are all wrong. I can't think of a bike I have disliked as much as the Triumph for comfort. Maybe I'm just the wrong shape for these.
That's really bizarre, it must be your size/shape. I regularly ride for 7 hours on my Street Triple 675R.
Did a 500 miler and had a sore ass but what car/bike wouldn't give you that ?
Other than that great.
Awesome video mate.
Great review RJ - thanks for posting it was very interesting
Thumbs up so its not 666 anymore
Is your husqvarna stock? Or did you change anything?
Almost everything is changed. See mods on RJ’s website reel.tv/mods/
What a bike! I drove one back in the day, same colour, and it was a privilege as there are very few Triumph bikes in my country, great experience. Love your videos, keep it up!
"Back in the day" ? It's a totally new bike for 2021
RJ I'm hung up on how tall first gear is, do you think that if Triumph allowed the software to accommodate a lower ratio the bike would overall feel more punchy low down and in city riding, plus smoother more of the time as it is in the happy rev range??? Would Triumph listen to your earlier feedback on that matter?
To be fair, they emailed me and send their product development team took everything I said onboard.
@@royaljordanian Encouraging to hear!
Man you are amazing 👍👍👍
Hola👍🙏
Merhaba
Hi RJ what's your opinion on the headlights compared to your other bikes.
No problem there, LED's light up the road
@@royaljordanian Thank you 🇦🇺
I think it sounds great for a euro 5!
Sexy sexy bike! Though, here comes - just my personal opinion ofcourse : i´ve very much been distracted by those mirrors. Even more in that position! But hey, then again thats very much a question of personal taste again, not the bikes fault...
Oh nice, what a great sound from the engine!
Nice one RJ, thanks. 👍