2017 Triumph Street Triple S/R/RS 765cc

[Verzent]

Thoughts on the new models?

http://www.triumphmotorcycles.co.nz/bikes/roadsters-and-supersports/street-triple/2017/street-triple

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yK1MLGZE9E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdLnI2r6tBU

Building on the Street’s well-earned reputation for its quality, character and style the new generation delivers more in every way. With a new higher capacity ‘Daytona’ derived 765cc triple engine for more power, performance and torque, delivering up to 123PS peak power at 11,700 rpm, an increase of 16% on the previous generation . Combined with more state-of-the-art technology, sharper styling, a more aggressive and athletic poise and the highest specification suspension, chassis and tyres ever.

http://tech.firstpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2017-Triumph-Street-Triple-S-red.jpg

http://images.mcn.bauercdn.com/PageFiles/600608/1000x750/StreetTripleR_01.jpg

The Street Triple R and RS models feature an all-new, angle adjustable, full-colour 5” TFT instrument pack that allows riders to access the host of state-of-the-art rider focused technology available from the new on-board computer.

http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/large_1x_/public/images/2017/01/2017-triumph-street-triple-s-r-rs2.jpg?itok=ahg_3Nte&fc=50,50

Can't wait to see them here. About time manufacturers started using proper TFT screens.

[Blackbird]

Had my 675 for 6 years and absolutely loved it. Power to weight ratio made it a real weapon and the flat torque curve was fantastic for road use. The bike was utterly reliable too. The 765 is a couple of kg lighter than the 675 so it will be wicked, especially for an ageing old fart like me. I'd buy one in a heartbeat if my wife would let me. She's planning an expensive overseas trip to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary and a new bike would invite grief :facepalm:

[AllanB]

The same but much betterer


Nothing wrong with that!

[Mike.Gayner]

The same but much betterer


Nothing wrong with that!

Well, the price is going up too. I think the cheapest one is more expensive than the current R.

[nzspokes]

Had my 675 for 6 years and absolutely loved it. Power to weight ratio made it a real weapon and the flat torque curve was fantastic for road use. The bike was utterly reliable too. The 765 is a couple of kg lighter than the 675 so it will be wicked, especially for an ageing old fart like me. I'd buy one in a heartbeat if my wife would let me. She's planning an expensive overseas trip to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary and a new bike would invite grief :facepalm:

$20 says you own one within a month of them arriving. :lol:

[Blackbird]

$20 says you own one within a month of them arriving. :lol:

Hahaha! Only had the Suzuki for less than 18 months Rob and whilst some people change bikes as fast as their underpants, I'm not normally one of them. I think that the budget for our overseas trip that the Chief Financial Officer is planning is going to be pretty hefty so the Triple might have to wait a year or I'll be sucking hospital food through a straw :(

[AllanB]

Well, the price is going up too. I think the cheapest one is more expensive than the current R.

That's unfortunate. It's still competing with the likes of the Yammy 900 variations etc price gets up too high and it will pop into bigger bike dollars.


Still if it remains a peach it may possibly be the perfect bike.

[Mike.Gayner]

I love Triumph's new range, but in my view they're all too expensive except the Speed Triple and the Street Twin. Obviously my opinion means shit though, because the Thruxton R and Bobber are apparently selling extremely well despite their high prices.

[Verzent]

The new models in England increased by roughly 500-800 pounds over the prior so NZ rrp might only see up to a $1000 increase *fingers crossed*

[AllanB]

I love Triumph's new range, but in my view they're all too expensive except the Speed Triple and the Street Twin. Obviously my opinion means shit though, because the Thruxton R and Bobber are apparently selling extremely well despite their high prices.

Trying to Google how many bike they produce per year, think similar to Ducati. Ducati got very excited last year I think when they hit or almost hit 50,000. If Triumph is on par still fairly small compared to the big four Jap makers.

I did find that the 675 is (was) their best seller.

[mossy1200]

Hahaha! Only had the Suzuki for less than 18 months

18 months No comment.

[Mike.Gayner]

The new models in England increased by roughly 500-800 pounds over the prior so NZ rrp might only see up to a $1000 increase *fingers crossed*

You're optimistic.

[pritch]

You're optimistic.

Well the twins are made in Thailand so there could be a saving in freight? :whistle:

[Moise]

You're optimistic.
On that basis, they should come down as the pound has fallen so much against our dollar.

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[HondaLad]

Must say I'm quite impressed with the RS. A few ponies down on my Speed Triple, but being much lighter the power to weight is actually improved. I wonder how much the reduction in torque would be missed?

[Blackbird]

Must say I'm quite impressed with the RS. A few ponies down on my Speed Triple, but being much lighter the power to weight is actually improved. I wonder how much the reduction in torque would be missed?

Depends on the roads you inhabit. In traffic or in the twisties, my 675 would eat my Blackbird. So much easier to handle. I know it's comparing apples with oranges but power to weight ratio and a pretty flat torque curve so you're rarely caught in the wrong gear in everyday riding conditions counts for a massive amount.

[Verzent]

You're optimistic.

The price for the Street Triple 765cc S is out: $17,990. An increase in RRP of $1000 over the old 675cc Triple S. Pretty much in line with what I expected, however haven't found out the Triple R price yet.

In other news, the 2016 models are on clearance now, a new Triple R for $15,990 with accessory kit (fly screen, belly pan and seat cowl).

[Mike.Gayner]

So we're looking at north of $20k for the RS...ouch.

edit: $17,990 is a $2k increase isn't it? Pretty sure the previous (non-R) Street was $15,990.

edit2: Actually I think you're right, $16,990 last year.

[AllanB]

If the base model is indeed only a grand more then I call it as very good value.

Most people drop that on a fancy muffler that gains 1.2% more performance ......

Are there not three models? I wonder if that is a mistake - MV did that on some of theirs - the big bore Brutale springs to mind as I was looking at them in 2015 - they ended up dropping the 'base' model and having two only.

I like the idea of two only - bloody good - then big bucks for excellent. like just about every other maker does.

[Mike.Gayner]

I honestly don't see them selling a lot of the S model - it only seems to exist to demonstrate how much better the R is. The difference between the R and the RS is mostly bling to most road riders.

[nzspokes]

I honestly don't see them selling a lot of the S model - it only seems to exist to demonstrate how much better the R is. The difference between the R and the RS is mostly bling to most road riders.

More power and Ohlins is not to be sneezed at.

[Verzent]

I think the S will still sell well since its on the border of what most would be willing to stretch to and who won't care for all the technological bells and whistles if it means they save 2500-3000.

The R at a guess will be between 20-21k and I feel that once you get over 20k it becomes a much bigger mental jump for a mid sized naked bike, remembering that they have to compete with other companies like Yamaha, etc.