Triumph Motorcycles has unveiled a lighter, more powerful and more technically advanced version of its Speed Triple – the 1200 RS.
The latest bike from the Leicestershire-based manufacturer has been designed from the ground up, giving what Triumph says is the “ultimate performance naked sports ride”.
The bike, which has a starting price of £15,100, is described as having a more “muscular and arresting poise” with “purer, cleaner and sharper lines”, but with all the DNA hallmarks of the original speed triple sports bikes.
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It also comes with a new engine, which is lighter and smaller but produces more power than the previous motorcycle.
The company says the engine was developed with help from Triumph’s Moto2 which is more powerful and more responsive and 7kg lighter.
Triumph said: “The engine delivers significantly higher power and torque compared to the previous generation – making this the most powerful and torque-rich Speed Triple ever – with fantastic performance and character across the entire rev range, and all of the signature “wall of torque” triple delivery, taken to a whole new level.”
Peak power stands at 177bhp at 10,750rpm, which when combined with the 10kg weight saving for the chassis ensures a 26 per cent increase in the bike’s power-to-weight ratio over the outgoing Speed Triple.
There are further changes to the Triple’s overall seat position too, with handlebars which are 13mm wider helping to increase manoeuvrability. The footrests have also been moved inwards to boost the bike’s ground clearance levels.
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Triumph says the 1200 RS:
- is the most powerful and fastest accelerating Speed Triple ever
- has an all-new higher capacity 1160cc triple engine
- has all-new free-breathing intake and exhaust, with “incredible” sound
- is the most agile, precise, dynamic handling Speed Triple ever
- is 10kg lighter, at just 198kg
- is narrower, with a more dominant and purposeful riding position
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- comes with performance tuned fully adjustable suspension, Metzeler RACETEC RR tyres and Brembo Stylema brakes.
As well as a variety of electronic rider aids, the Speed Triple also incorporates cruise control to take the backache out of longer journeys, while Bluetooth connectivity allows the rider to pair their phone to the bike too. Keyless technology has also been incorporated, which means that the rider can start the motorcycle or open the fuel cap without needing to physically insert the key. New LED headlights with a distinctive daytime running light signature give the bike a head-turning look, too.
The Speed Triple 1200 RS will arrive in dealers towards the end of next month.