Elliot, what a great review! I own a '21 Street Triple R and you nailed all of the great qualities this bike offers. I enjoy it most on the twisty mountain roads. Look into a curve and the bike starts responding immediately. So competent. So compliant. So much fun!
2018 Street Triple R Low - I love it so much that in off season I sit here and watch videos about other owners love for this bike. 20k so far on the dash and still love this thing
Bought a 2014 street triple r as my first bike...been riding lambrettas and vespas for 30years...I ride with advanced motorcyclists and have been having such a great time on the roads around England. Yes it's way more powerful than my lambrettas but my road craft gave me confidence to purchase the triumph...great vid, ride safe.
While I think most would agree that the Bonneville in all its variations is the iconic platform of the company, the Street Triple is Triumph’s penultimate creation in my opinion. It is an almost perfect combination of power, weight, and handling. A thorough and entertaining review as always!
Adding the metric conversions is such a simple thing to do but hugely valuable, thanks very much for that. Very seriously thinking about one of these as my next bike.
Have owned a 2012 Street triple R for a year and a half now and absolutely love the machine. Agree with many of the points mentioned in this video. Great on the twisties. Awful on the motorway/highway (I find windblast very uncomfortable on the neck above a certain speed) and solid around town. Every pillion I have ever taken has also aged about a decade after jumping on the back for a spin. Rubber side down! 🏍💨
Sorry for entering late to the game, one Indian RUclipsr took his Triumph Street Triple R to Himalayas, and rode it in highest roads of the world. As usual great video, keep it up, thanks :D
I bought this bike last November as well as a 2022 model. A high quality product, a very handling and nimble bike, very precise with great components. The Diablo Rosso 3 are very good whatever the conditions, the Brembo M4.32 are doing well and the combination with the Showa fork and rear suspension are absolutely perfect 😍 and what about the engine ❤️ Impossible to be wrong with this bike! I definitely recommend it 👍✌️😉
Test rode a 2022 Street Triple yesterday and loved the bike except on the freeway. Over 65mph it got “buzzy” in the bars and in the mirrors. Everywhere else though what a blast. Transmission was the best I’ve ever used in a street bike and sound was quite intoxicating.
Clicked for the Street Triple video, stayed for the production and insights OF the video. This is got to be one of the most complete and comprehensive Triumph Street Triple reviews I’ve come across so far. The way you explain it’s features and not linger on the small details and quirks makes it very enjoyable and educational to watch. Plus the scenery you chose to showcase it is on point. I used to live in RVA and never got the chance to ride on US-33 or any of the northeast nicest roads, so thank you for showing us where bikes like this one can be enjoyed to the fullest. I’m on the verge of buying my second motorcycle and this one is the strongest choice so far. Thanks for the video, New sub here!
What if somebody DID get it as a first bike? Somebody mature and not looking to do anything foolish.. but doesnt want to buy a smaller bike ill want to trade in pretty quickly
First off, great video and review. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I own a 2016 Street Triple RX and I LOVE it. It's my third bike that I worked up to starting with a Buell Blast, upgraded to a Suzuki Gladius, then decided I needed a little more hp to keep up with my husband's BMW R1200R. The street triple was an attractive choice for a lot reasons that you mentioned in your review but in the end I chose it because it was light. That gives me more control and I feel very comfortable and confident in my riding even with all that power. My upgrades: lowered it 1.5 inches (because I'm only 5'4"with short stubby legs), aftermarket seat, bar end mirrors, and engine crash bars.
I have a '20 Street Triple R (low ride height model) and have used it mostly to riding in the twisties, but as you suggest, I did take it for a track day this year one day instead of my usual '07 CBR600RR track bike. It was a blast and I really enjoyed it, the engine is perfect for the track, so very smooth and predictable. It also gave me a chance to work with a suspension service who was at the track to dial in the suspension a bit since I hadn't done anything with it from stock. I wasn't having any real issues but it's a bit better now.
Have come back to this excellent review again. Thank you from Sydney, Australia. Love the production values, and it has all the right info. I've got multiple bikes, and my 2019 Street Triple R is definitely my favourite. It's so light and agile. The handling is telepathic!
I picked up my 2022 Street Triple R LRH two fridays ago. Fantastic bike. I was a cruiser guy for the longest. Had an Indian Scout and recently traded my Indian Chief Dark Horse for the Triple R LRH. First bike I paid in cash after the trade. Fantastic bike, worlds different from what I am used to. Still, the twisty country roads I have here in Texas are a whole different experience with this beast. While I was used to my Darkhorse and it basically riding itself in 1st gear, this bike does need a few extra RPM to get going from a stop. No issue, just a learning point for me as the Dark Horse was just too easy to ride. With all that being said, there is one point I wanted to make. The Street Triple R in the manual specifically says that 87 octane is sufficient for the bike. I felt a little weird with this as all bikes I've ever owned were 91+. I put 89 in after my first fill-up and no issue. Yesterday I put 87 in, and no knocking at all. I know the manual says 87, just felt weird for me. So while the premium you put in isn't hurting anything, for those that want a slightly better gas for money, 87 works and is the standard per Triumph.
awesome review thankyou. My wife started with her love of motorcycles with small dirt bikes in the paddocks and back blocks years ago, I bought her 1st road bike a 2013 honda cbr250r, rode that for around 3 years getting her on road confifidence, skill and ride conditioning up with longer and more technical rides, she has jus (nov 23) stepped up to a 2022 Triumph Street triple r LRH and absolutely loves it, she has it in rain mode for this time till she feels the full sport mode out.
Having not been on a motorcycle for 10 years i decided to get a 2019 street triple R. Have not regretted it, and managed to take it on a track day last season. Amazing bike, I don’t think I was even able to take full advantage of its capabilities. One thing I’m not sure you mentioned was that it has different ride modes. I was using rain mode the first while just to get the hang of it again. Now I ride in road mode and it’s got plenty of power for me. I rarely use track mode unless I’m riding with my buddies with faster bikes. Awesome review!
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the bike! I too spent most of my time in Road mode. Then Rain mode for the city. Sport mode was a bit too twitchy for my taste.
I have a 2018 Triumph Street Triple R that I commuted 50 freeway miles each way in Florida for 3/4 of a year. It was fine for that, but the wind blast did become quite noticeable above 80 MPH. The cowling above the lights directs the wind blast so that if you lean over more and more as your speed goes up the wind blast will hit you in just the right spot. Cruising around town, where you need the best visibility, you'll be sitting fairly upright and not really notice any wind. You will be leaned over a bit at highway speeds, but not uncomfortably so. Adjust your angle of lean so that the wind blast hits the upper half of your chest. This will take almost all the weight off of your hands. If you feel any numbness, fatigue, or cramping in your hands you're doing it wrong. I rode from Seattle to Sacramento, CA in two days. Very long days in the saddle are possible. IMO, the bike is unparalleled for riding around town and on twisty roads. I've had mine up to 109 and have seen evidence that an RS can do 141. How fast do you really want to go on the street or highway? As for a second rider on the pillion, an hour is about tops. You will notice the extra weight (my girlfriend is 105) and the handling changes a bit, but all-in-all it's fine. I have a Kriega US-30 Drypack with the Triumph fit kit. It holds plenty and you can attach, through side and top attachment loops, additional packs to bring the total to 70l. I'm not sure I'd recommend that.
mine is 1 year younger and now 4000 km on it since december last year when I got it new. It is my very first bike and no regrets at all. Did not visit the track but everything else I did. Autobahn is boring as hell but country roads are super fun. City a mere necessity but the bile doesn‘t protest and can be handled at super low speeds. Now that spring is coming finally getting the experience of long days in the saddle. Today after 7 hours of riding feeling not tired at all.
Good video. Honest and fair! I bought my Triumph Street triple RS 2018 as a first bike. It is easy to drive and reliable. Very good driving characteristics in combination with good power. It's super fast when you need speed, but you can also slide around in town with it without feeling that he dos t go smooth. Only thing i want to mention with my RS is Speed wheelies.. but i have started to get used to them now. Doesn't matter if you have activated ABS, Antiskid system or wheelie control, you still get speed wheelies on RS.. but honestly they are nice and they give the feeling that you are sitting on a wildly powerful machine. I love my Triumph and the companion with the exhaust sound from the Scorpion red power is wonderful. I'm sure I'll keep mine for a few years to come.
Sorry to ask, I am proud owner of Street Triple 2018 RS since half a year. As a first bike as well and haven't had speed wheelies so far. What riding mode where you using when the front wheel came up? And do you know around what amount of rpm? Thanks! I stick to street mode for now and avoid sport and track mode.
Hey! Not owned a Street Triple. I do have the Daytona Moto2, and it's great. You know I'm getting the 2023 Street Triple Moto2 this summer. Summer in Tucson, it's going to be hot. But I'm definitely going to the 600-mile service. I saw this video before, but I had no intention of getting one, till now! 😉
i just bought this bike. incredible... i love how they kept the analog tach. it might be the last model to sport those iconic blue led shift indicators.
Great review. Thanks! Went from a speed twin to a multistrada950 and then to a 14 STR. I know...too much bike changing but I am so happy with this bike. I actually ride it in DC so all your roads were familiar to me. It accelerates fantastic is really torquey and the handling is a dream. Its so good and so much easier than my other bikes that at first I was afraid it would lessen my riding skill but hopefully it hasn't as I try not to be sloppy at all with it. Previous owner put custom seat on so its actually more comfortable than the Multi if you can believe it and way more than the Speedy. Just put the 20 mm risers on to ease up a it on the wrists. Every ride is fun. Period. Wondering from others if the newer ones are worth trading for with the slightly bigger engine. Thanks again great job.
I do not own a Triumph ST but a couple of years ago I thought about it. Even test rode one at the Triumph Dealership in Dulles VA. It was a short test ride, too short really to get a decent feel for the bike. I do remember that it was quite light and kinda of cheap feel to it. But w/e. I have never heard anything negative about the bike, almost always the opposite. Ok, December 2020 I bought a KTM 790 Adventure S. Love the bike ! It does everything I could want on a bike. From Adventure to Sport Touring. Superb handling, more than ample power and torque, and riding position comfort (well the seat ... ordered a Corbin Seat the other day, have a bad back regardless). Bought a set of Lone Rider saddle bags (in process of putting them on now). Ok, getting back to the type of bike like the Triumph Speed Triple. I noticed the "New" 2022 Yamaha XSR 900 and it looks like a bike that in most ways will rival the Triumph ST. Since it is a "new" version of the XSR 900 there are not any in showrooms as of yet that I know of so I cannot test ride one to experience first hand. But it does look very promising as a choice for an additional bike to add to my motorcycle stable instead of the Triumph ST. Where or what is the purpose of my comment here ? I have no idea, haha. I see that you live in the DMV area which I can relate to since I live in this area as well. By the way, I also own a 2016 Motto Guzzi V7II Stone and a 2015 Harley Super Low 1200T. Though I probably would have to rid myself of one of those two bikes if I were to purchase the 2022 Yamaha XSR 900 or any other additional bike. Or, maybe simply decommission one of them for insurance savings. Who knows, many years from now they may become a collectors item when all motorized vehicles are electric, haha just joking. I mean by then gasoline/diesel will be illegal, inpossible to get, hehe. Later ... By the way, always remember what the Door Mouse said ...
I test rode an XSR900 last year. The motor is in a different league from the Street Triple, with torque all through the rev range. The chassis didn't feel nearly as refined though. Unfortunately the updated XSR is ugly as sin (in my opinion) but I'm sure it rides better than ever.
Have put almost 5k on mine. Same color. Love it. Gotta get yourself a comfy seat cushion if you want to avoid numb butt after riding all day. Good review.
Excellent review Elliot! Just bought a brand new 2022 (end of yr price) and it’s being stored at the dealership until spring of 2023. I’m vibrating with excitement and can’t wait until I can take possession. Going to be quite the change from my 07 1200 Sportster 😊I’m going to be watching your video all winter and hope it sustains me until the snow melts!! Thanks again for the quality review.
@@VanBlamm Thanks, I’m so excited!! No, going to sell the Sportster in the spring. Going to miss the old girl but ready for something with some newer technology.
I had mentioned in a previous video that I was going to test ride the RS version of this bike, and a rocket 3 gt. Ended up going with the rocket since I have carpel tunnel that flares up in my wrists from an aggressive riding position, but I agree 100% with you assessment of the handling of the Street Triple. It handles like a dream and you really feel like you are "part" of the bike vs just riding it. The quick shifter on the Street Triple also worked fantastic and I ended up ordering one for the Rocket. (I figure a rocket GT with mid mounts + quick shifter should be pretty fun) That said, I still may end up picking up a Street Triple down the road just for fun and shorter rides.
I own an 09 triple R, most of my riding is in the canyons. I put apex clip on bars on it and it's awesome! I can now get better body positioning and because the bars are adjustable, the ride height is more comfortable than a Daytona or other super sports.
Got a killer deal on a ‘20 Street Triple RS for my wife’s first bike. While I had an absolute blast riding it, it was NOT a good beginner bike for her. Even lowered to fit her 5’ 2” height, and in Rain mode, she just wasn’t very confident on it. So we traded straight up for a ‘22 Street Twin Gold Line. Her bike now complements my ‘20 Speed Twin nicely, and she’s learning to ride very well. That said, the Striple is an amazing bike! I’m 6’ 0” and found it exceptionally comfortable. Lastly, Eliot, your editing and productions are top notch, but I found myself mentally replacing your music score during the twisty section with Kenny Loggins’ Highway to the Danger Zone. Way more fitting, don’t you think?!
Hah, I'll take that as a compliment. Kenny wasn't returning my calls, so I did the best I could with Epidemic Sound. Glad she's feeling more confident on the Street Twin!
I have the same bike right down to the color. The ST has been my dream bike since they 1st appeared in '07. Great job with the video. I like the way the rider modes are noticable when changed. I plan on growing old with my bike.
@@VanBlamm Yea, its arguably the best bike I've ever owned. Love the look of it, and that engine is one of the best out there IMHO, especially with a nice aftermarket exhaust and tune. Such a great bike.
All true about this machine, how is it so well sorted I ask myself with each ride? I have been riding bikes since 1971 and its by far the best handling road bike ever in my opinion, I have ridden some bad ones and a few good ones. The Street Triple is light responsive and powerful. Forget the touring its not a tourer by any means. Why not it revs too hi, its not relaxed the seat is good for a short wrap only. If you want to tour buy the 1200 Triumph. Its home paddock is the twisties, it is so smooth and slick it makes every corner too easy with loads of confidence inspiring finesse. Over shooting a corner on this scooter would be hard., it just turns in with no hint of any fuss. Please enjoy. As for beginners start small say a 300 cc and ride for a few years not just one.
I had a brand new 2015 FZ09, got hit on it only a year later, been wanting to get another bike and have been eyeing one of these up at my local dealer. Glad I found this video to affirm my attraction to great naked bikes. I'd get another FZ09 (now MT09) but I'm not a fan of the new headlights and color schemes. BUT THIS TRIPLE R THOUGH ! Beautiful bike, well put together review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching! You'd miss some of the low-end torque you used to have, but other than that the Street Triple R would make a more than worthy successor to the FZ-09.
Riding a 2020 R since 08/2020 - i like it a lot and it ticks many boxes of "what I want from a bike" and "can do anything". I love the price-value getting from the Bike. Its surely not a CHEAP bike - but comparing to other options in that range the street R is super equipped (Showa adjustable, Brembo M4 brakes, steelflex etc.) - its so great. On other premium brands you easily pay 12.000 $ plus to get that, or even pay 12k but get lower range stuff on the bike. I know its not going to happen, but if i would have a wish free, i would like to see a 2024 street triple with a ~960ccm tripple engine. With like 135 PS and 100 NM. Its not so much about the extra power, just having some more torque would be nice. The Street R has already so much more umpf then for example the Honda 650 - so dont be worried, the 765 does the job cool. Only if you know 100 NM form other bikes, you wish the street R would also be available in such a setup. Ducati street fighter V2 does appeal me because of that reason - but hey 16,999 $ really Ducati?
Thanks for the input! That's actually a really interesting idea. We just saw Triumph turn the Trident 660 into a Tiger 660; perhaps they could do the opposite and put the Tiger 900 motor into a naked bike package? With a sportier tune, of course.
Good video. I owned a 2017 765 R model for one year. I moved on to a Super Duke R (was to brutal) and than to a F 900 XR. Although both got more low down torque, I miss the Street Triple. Touring was actually great for me on the Street Triple. And I liked the light weight a lot as well as the soul of that bike. I plan to go back to a Street Triple maybe in 2023 when the next update is released.
@@the_freedom_quest My personal experience is that the F900XR has a more comfortable suspension, more torque and better fueling in lower revs. The Street Triple is more in the sporty side with a firmer suspension, torque in higher revs and more jerky throttle in first and second gear as well as in lower revs. On the other hand the Street Triple has a better seat and a more emotional engine. It's up to your taste. Try both and take what you like more.
Man I so badly want one! Was close to pulling the trigger on one as my first bike (though I’ve known to ride for years), but decided to get a CB300R and instead build my skills more fully before going for this in say 18 months.
man, I love your review! It was tight and cleanly put together and I appreciated the simultaneous metric conversions even though i dont need them lol hope to see more reviews. I just got the '21 street triple r after owning a '14 street triple r and looking forward to explore the differences
It definitely feels like a much broader midrange and it doesn't really stop pulling around 100mph like the 14 did. I like the addition of the quickshifter but it isn't very smooth so I only use it for the upshifts. Handles just as well as the 14 but it felt like significantly more high frequency vibration to me on the 21. I liked the feel of the throttle and the sound better on the 14. If you don't spend a lot of time above 80mph, then you're really not missing much. Just get a quickshifter up only and its perfect.
Hi, thanks for the ride. I love those roads you chose, it really puts this bike in it's best place. I have the same model Street R and cannot say enough good things about it. Although I have owned larger bikes in the past - I had a MT-03 for a year before the triple and I think it has all the advantages of the smaller bike (lightness, ease of manoeuvre, great in town) and also those of a larger machine (great brakes, excellent suspension, plenty of speed) I can't see myself trading it any time soon. BTW I loved the luggage you featured, I'll have to see if it's available in the UK. Stay safe and have fun :>)
2021 street triple R owner here. 14,000 miles in a year with zero problems. My only real complaint and this is probably because I’m 50 is that the foot pegs are pretty high and I constantly think about getting a foot peg lowering kit but I already scrape my boots in the twisties so that’s probably a bad idea.
Just picked up a 2010 St Triple 2 weeks ago and I have just started to venture out and admire it! Im not a newbie by any means but I do enjoy the snappy quick agile feel. She is the best looking St Trip on the road with her Black and gold wheels. Around Bend Oregon out on 2 wheels
I have a 2018 765s in red with same dash and I’ve fitted those mirrors too as seen in this vid. Also a QS. Cracking bike … have some track-days planned for 2023. 🇬🇧👍
I've never ridden a Duke (or any KTM for that matter) but I really want to. Seems like the 890 is one of the closest bikes out there to the Street Triple, at least specs-wise.
Hello, nice video👍. I own a 2015 Street Triple R 675, and would have to say I have zero complaints about it. I’ve owned a ‘99 ZX-6R, and although I dont remember that 4 cyl engine having as noticable of vibration over 6K rpm, it had to be wound out higher in the rpm range to get the power the Street Triple does much lower. Also you cannot beat the sound of a triple- the growl of this engine with a Leo Vince slip-on is far superior to any 4 cyl in my opinion. Also the steering on the Street Triple is hands down the best of any bike Ive riden, its scary nimble at any speed. Hope this helps confirm your review, take care👍
Hiya, great video. You mentioned filtering in the the US is not wholly embraced. Here in England filtering is allowed by law and generally drivers are pretty good here in Lincolnshire to let us through. When ya think about it the more motorcycles are on the road, especially rush hour, it will reduce car numbers. Simples. Take care mate.
Thank you for this great video. I own a Streety R 2018 and love it. Although I will "uprgrade" the the new 2023 new RS model and look forward very much to an even more exciting bike. Best greetings from Austria
I LOVE my 2022 STR. The only CON is... you can't enjoy this bike unless you are constantly gunning it or doing twisties. There's absolutely no joy in riding this casually/gently.
NICE review! I wish I would've bought this bike instead of the GSX-s1000 I own. I'm at 6k miles now, it's just a bit big and heavy for my 5'7" 165lb size. Honestly my Suzuki is to powerful, lol. The price was right, oh well we live and learn. Ride safe out there.
Great vid! Lovely bike, my only issue with it for me, are the fly-like headlights, give it a round one and it would look so much better (IMHO). Stay safe my friend
So I’m guessing you’re in Va. I JUST came down them roads yesterday, coming back from the north. And I live not far from VIR. Awesome track! Awesome review!
The buffeting on my Street Twin at 70+ on the interstate was really annoying (along with lack of passing power). I had the same buffeting on my fully faired Ninja 1000 with the same helmet, the Scorpion EXO-R420. On both bikes life is much better with the replacement helmet, the Scorpion EXO-R1-Air; it just cuts through smoothly. The air blast on the Street Twin never bothered me, but I can ride a lot longer, and be much more comfortable on the Ninja 1000...I think a lot of it is from the windscreen dumping all the air at my head and not my chest...and the new helmet just cuts right through that smoothly.
I think you pretty much confirmed that this should be the bike I get. my first bike was a harley iron 883 - and as i kept riding i got really annoyed that the pipes and pegs would constantly grind whenever i tried to have fun in the corners - loved the low seat height of that bike but after 18k miles of riding it i found it to be slow, sluggish and uncomfortable after about 40 minutes of riding it or so (but reliable and cool looking). I am 5'6 (maybe can squeeze in 5'7) with a 29" inseam - would this bike be too tall for me (this is what initially kept me away from sportier bikes). Also wondering what quality and reliability is like with these bikes. Also love that you highlighted the riding we have here in the DMV area the mountain roads were really hard to exploit on my harley :(. Love the channel btw.
Elliot, after watching your videos and listening to your input I got one. A 2021 street trip rs - lovin it, the ride, the handling but struggling to make sense of the tft
Both make great all-rounders, and if I spent more time riding sportily or on the track then the Triple would be a lot more tempting. Given my riding style and tastes however, I could not give up the Speed Twin's torque and personality, even if the handling and top-end aren't as good.
If it's between those two, I'd get the Street Twin. As a new rider you won't miss the STriple's performance. Might as well get the bike that's more forgiving and has more personality. You can always go the sporty route later once you can really get the most out of it.
@@VanBlamm thanks, you’re right :) I like both styles: sport and retro, but can’t get both :) And I think that, I prefer Street Twin’s engine characteristic and power in lower RPM. Maybe after couple of seasons with the Street Twin, I’ll buy a Speed Twin 1200 like yours. Your bike is a lot more sporty than Street Twin am I right? ;)
@@VanBlamm yeah..but yet i still prefer my 675 shape and design which is more muscular look compare to 765. Oh btw if i want to upgrade nxt bike of course I'll choose speed twin😂
Hi Elliot, I had a ‘11 Street R. Beauty and Beast in one. The reason I sold it was because it’s so eager to get going very quick. When riding with the misses I was way up ahead al the time. Now searching for a Speed Twin 1200. Gotta get a big boy ones in your life right? How do you feel the two compare?
Very different bikes, but both awesome. The Speed Twin is happy to ride at low and medium speeds, just a very easygoing bike when you want it to be. It goes fast too, but the Street Triple is much faster and more agile.
@@VanBlamm - The powerband on the RS kicks in a little over 8k revs, so you really have to get on it, but once you hit 8k it just pulls forever until redline. It's pretty spectacular!
Hallo Van Blamm. Thank you for the video. I am thinking of upgrading from my Kawasaki Z650 to this beauty. I wanted to ask about pillion comfort. Do you know how it is compared to a Z650 ?
Pillion accommodations are not going to be better on the STripleR. Probably about the same as the Z650. You can do it, but you probably don't want to do it all day long.
My 675R is great but I do think sixth gear should've been much taller. When you're on the boring bits between the twisties you don't need it revving away the way it does. I can't believe anybody would tour on one. It sounds 'urgent' 100% of the time which might get a bit wearing after the first hour...
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Biggest question: Would you trade your 1200 double for this triple? I hate that front lights, but if Triumph was to make a Street Triple RR, I would be all on top of it.
Good question! Both are excellent all-rounders, but the Speed Twin's personality and effortless torque are better suited to my riding style. I think the Motodemic single headlight conversion helps out the STriple a lot, although am RR version would indeed be ideal.
3:35 i've found the opposite to be true. my 2024 765 R gets hot as hell. so hot the footpegs feel like they're melting the soles of my riding shoes. but that's only when i'm riding hard, not when i'm leisurely cruising on city streets.
Have you ever rode down the turnpike on a motorcycle? I drove a car down it in fourth gear doing 80 mph with my foot on the brake. It was a little scary.
How do you think it compares to speed twin ? I mostly ride in the mountains and so the triple makes sense however the torque on twin and those looks take my heart away. So on twisties how does the twin compare to the triple ?
Depends on how serious of a sport rider you are. In expert hands, the Triple can be much faster than the Twin in the twisties, but in my hands they're equally fast (equally slow I mean). So for me the effortless torque and charisma of the Twin gives it an easy win. If you're smitten with the Speed Twin then I say go for that, unless you have a few track days under your belt and need to keep up with buddies on supersports.
The RS model has a TFT dash, but this R version just has an LCD display and analog tachometer, which I actually prefer. All versions come with a quick shifter that auto blips.
Tough call. Definitely test out a Street Triple if you can. I had a blast riding the Trident, and I think it would be enough for my riding, even when I'm in the mountains trying to go fast. But if you're already finding the limits of the Trident and want more out of it, then the STripleR would be worth upgrading.
The low end is good enough for comfortable around town use. You won't be redlining 1st gear every time you set off from a traffic light (unless you want to, of course!)
All true, he's not lying, folks. I just spent 7 hours on this same bike. Elliott sums it all up perfectly!
I liked that you specifically did a city test. I need that.
More importantly, great music.
I have riden motorcycles for over 50 years & my 2010 675 Street Triple R is the best bike I've ever owned.
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Showing the bag option was a good idea. Makes it hugely more practical.
Elliot, what a great review! I own a '21 Street Triple R and you nailed all of the great qualities this bike offers. I enjoy it most on the twisty mountain roads. Look into a curve and the bike starts responding immediately. So competent. So compliant. So much fun!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! I wish you many happy miles on your STripleR
Have you taken any long trips with it? if so, could you share your opinion about it?
2018 Street Triple R Low - I love it so much that in off season I sit here and watch videos about other owners love for this bike. 20k so far on the dash and still love this thing
Bought a 2014 street triple r as my first bike...been riding lambrettas and vespas for 30years...I ride with advanced motorcyclists and have been having such a great time on the roads around England. Yes it's way more powerful than my lambrettas but my road craft gave me confidence to purchase the triumph...great vid, ride safe.
While I think most would agree that the Bonneville in all its variations is the iconic platform of the company, the Street Triple is Triumph’s penultimate creation in my opinion. It is an almost perfect combination of power, weight, and handling.
A thorough and entertaining review as always!
Thanks, and I agree!
Adding the metric conversions is such a simple thing to do but hugely valuable, thanks very much for that.
Very seriously thinking about one of these as my next bike.
Have owned a 2012 Street triple R for a year and a half now and absolutely love the machine. Agree with many of the points mentioned in this video. Great on the twisties. Awful on the motorway/highway (I find windblast very uncomfortable on the neck above a certain speed) and solid around town. Every pillion I have ever taken has also aged about a decade after jumping on the back for a spin. Rubber side down! 🏍💨
Sorry for entering late to the game, one Indian RUclipsr took his Triumph Street Triple R to Himalayas, and rode it in highest roads of the world. As usual great video, keep it up, thanks :D
That's seriously impressive. Thanks!
I bought this bike last November as well as a 2022 model. A high quality product, a very handling and nimble bike, very precise with great components. The Diablo Rosso 3 are very good whatever the conditions, the Brembo M4.32 are doing well and the combination with the Showa fork and rear suspension are absolutely perfect 😍 and what about the engine ❤️ Impossible to be wrong with this bike! I definitely recommend it 👍✌️😉
Awesome!
This STriple R or Mt09 both cost almost 10k, why i should this and not Yamaha? I Let the question!
Adore my 2010 Street Triple R! The 2023 black/gold like my 2010 will be hard to resist.
Test rode a 2022 Street Triple yesterday and loved the bike except on the freeway. Over 65mph it got “buzzy” in the bars and in the mirrors. Everywhere else though what a blast. Transmission was the best I’ve ever used in a street bike and sound was quite intoxicating.
Clicked for the Street Triple video, stayed for the production and insights OF the video. This is got to be one of the most complete and comprehensive Triumph Street Triple reviews I’ve come across so far. The way you explain it’s features and not linger on the small details and quirks makes it very enjoyable and educational to watch. Plus the scenery you chose to showcase it is on point. I used to live in RVA and never got the chance to ride on US-33 or any of the northeast nicest roads, so thank you for showing us where bikes like this one can be enjoyed to the fullest. I’m on the verge of buying my second motorcycle and this one is the strongest choice so far. Thanks for the video, New sub here!
Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I think the STripleR would make an excellent second motorcycle.
What if somebody DID get it as a first bike? Somebody mature and not looking to do anything foolish.. but doesnt want to buy a smaller bike ill want to trade in pretty quickly
First off, great video and review. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I own a 2016 Street Triple RX and I LOVE it. It's my third bike that I worked up to starting with a Buell Blast, upgraded to a Suzuki Gladius, then decided I needed a little more hp to keep up with my husband's BMW R1200R. The street triple was an attractive choice for a lot reasons that you mentioned in your review but in the end I chose it because it was light. That gives me more control and I feel very comfortable and confident in my riding even with all that power. My upgrades: lowered it 1.5 inches (because I'm only 5'4"with short stubby legs), aftermarket seat, bar end mirrors, and engine crash bars.
Nice! Strangely, I think the R is the only trim that's offered in a factory-lowered version. Glad yours is working out for you!
I have a '20 Street Triple R (low ride height model) and have used it mostly to riding in the twisties, but as you suggest, I did take it for a track day this year one day instead of my usual '07 CBR600RR track bike. It was a blast and I really enjoyed it, the engine is perfect for the track, so very smooth and predictable. It also gave me a chance to work with a suspension service who was at the track to dial in the suspension a bit since I hadn't done anything with it from stock. I wasn't having any real issues but it's a bit better now.
Have come back to this excellent review again. Thank you from Sydney, Australia. Love the production values, and it has all the right info. I've got multiple bikes, and my 2019 Street Triple R is definitely my favourite. It's so light and agile. The handling is telepathic!
Thanks for watching! Glad to hear you love the bike
I picked up my 2022 Street Triple R LRH two fridays ago. Fantastic bike. I was a cruiser guy for the longest. Had an Indian Scout and recently traded my Indian Chief Dark Horse for the Triple R LRH. First bike I paid in cash after the trade. Fantastic bike, worlds different from what I am used to. Still, the twisty country roads I have here in Texas are a whole different experience with this beast. While I was used to my Darkhorse and it basically riding itself in 1st gear, this bike does need a few extra RPM to get going from a stop. No issue, just a learning point for me as the Dark Horse was just too easy to ride.
With all that being said, there is one point I wanted to make. The Street Triple R in the manual specifically says that 87 octane is sufficient for the bike. I felt a little weird with this as all bikes I've ever owned were 91+. I put 89 in after my first fill-up and no issue. Yesterday I put 87 in, and no knocking at all. I know the manual says 87, just felt weird for me. So while the premium you put in isn't hurting anything, for those that want a slightly better gas for money, 87 works and is the standard per Triumph.
Nice! I rode a Chief Dark Horse recently and enjoyed it, but obviously it is an entirely different animal. Glad you're enjoying the Triple.
awesome review thankyou. My wife started with her love of motorcycles with small dirt bikes in the paddocks and back blocks years ago, I bought her 1st road bike a 2013 honda cbr250r, rode that for around 3 years getting her on road confifidence, skill and ride conditioning up with longer and more technical rides, she has jus (nov 23) stepped up to a 2022 Triumph Street triple r LRH and absolutely loves it, she has it in rain mode for this time till she feels the full sport mode out.
Having not been on a motorcycle for 10 years i decided to get a 2019 street triple R. Have not regretted it, and managed to take it on a track day last season. Amazing bike, I don’t think I was even able to take full advantage of its capabilities.
One thing I’m not sure you mentioned was that it has different ride modes. I was using rain mode the first while just to get the hang of it again. Now I ride in road mode and it’s got plenty of power for me. I rarely use track mode unless I’m riding with my buddies with faster bikes. Awesome review!
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the bike! I too spent most of my time in Road mode. Then Rain mode for the city. Sport mode was a bit too twitchy for my taste.
I have a 2018 Triumph Street Triple R that I commuted 50 freeway miles each way in Florida for 3/4 of a year. It was fine for that, but the wind blast did become quite noticeable above 80 MPH. The cowling above the lights directs the wind blast so that if you lean over more and more as your speed goes up the wind blast will hit you in just the right spot. Cruising around town, where you need the best visibility, you'll be sitting fairly upright and not really notice any wind. You will be leaned over a bit at highway speeds, but not uncomfortably so. Adjust your angle of lean so that the wind blast hits the upper half of your chest. This will take almost all the weight off of your hands. If you feel any numbness, fatigue, or cramping in your hands you're doing it wrong. I rode from Seattle to Sacramento, CA in two days. Very long days in the saddle are possible. IMO, the bike is unparalleled for riding around town and on twisty roads. I've had mine up to 109 and have seen evidence that an RS can do 141. How fast do you really want to go on the street or highway? As for a second rider on the pillion, an hour is about tops. You will notice the extra weight (my girlfriend is 105) and the handling changes a bit, but all-in-all it's fine. I have a Kriega US-30 Drypack with the Triumph fit kit. It holds plenty and you can attach, through side and top attachment loops, additional packs to bring the total to 70l. I'm not sure I'd recommend that.
Thanks for the input! Glad to hear your STripleR is getting enjoyed as much as it deserves to be
Great video! I have a 2019 Street Triple R and it's the best bike I've ever owned. I absolutely love it.
Thank you! I wish you many safe and happy miles with it
Proud owner of a 2020 Street triple R. Be it track, twisties, city or touring, I have enjoyed every bit on it. Amazing review!👍🏻
mine is 1 year younger and now 4000 km on it since december last year when I got it new. It is my very first bike and no regrets at all. Did not visit the track but everything else I did. Autobahn is boring as hell but country roads are super fun. City a mere necessity but the bile doesn‘t protest and can be handled at super low speeds. Now that spring is coming finally getting the experience of long days in the saddle. Today after 7 hours of riding feeling not tired at all.
Good video. Honest and fair! I bought my Triumph Street triple RS 2018 as a first bike. It is easy to drive and reliable. Very good driving characteristics in combination with good power. It's super fast when you need speed, but you can also slide around in town with it without feeling that he dos t go smooth. Only thing i want to mention with my RS is Speed wheelies.. but i have started to get used to them now. Doesn't matter if you have activated ABS, Antiskid system or wheelie control, you still get speed wheelies on RS.. but honestly they are nice and they give the feeling that you are sitting on a wildly powerful machine. I love my Triumph and the companion with the exhaust sound from the Scorpion red power is wonderful. I'm sure I'll keep mine for a few years to come.
Sorry to ask, I am proud owner of Street Triple 2018 RS since half a year. As a first bike as well and haven't had speed wheelies so far. What riding mode where you using when the front wheel came up? And do you know around what amount of rpm? Thanks! I stick to street mode for now and avoid sport and track mode.
From firsthand experience with my own Street Triple R, it kills on the track!! Great video. Thanks!
Nice!!
Hey! Not owned a Street Triple. I do have the Daytona Moto2, and it's great. You know I'm getting the 2023 Street Triple Moto2 this summer. Summer in Tucson, it's going to be hot. But I'm definitely going to the 600-mile service. I saw this video before, but I had no intention of getting one, till now! 😉
i just bought this bike. incredible... i love how they kept the analog tach. it might be the last model to sport those iconic blue led shift indicators.
I like your review style. I'm in.
Great review. Thanks! Went from a speed twin to a multistrada950 and then to a 14 STR. I know...too much bike changing but I am so happy with this bike. I actually ride it in DC so all your roads were familiar to me. It accelerates fantastic is really torquey and the handling is a dream. Its so good and so much easier than my other bikes that at first I was afraid it would lessen my riding skill but hopefully it hasn't as I try not to be sloppy at all with it. Previous owner put custom seat on so its actually more comfortable than the Multi if you can believe it and way more than the Speedy. Just put the 20 mm risers on to ease up a it on the wrists. Every ride is fun. Period. Wondering from others if the newer ones are worth trading for with the slightly bigger engine. Thanks again great job.
Thank you! Amazing what a difference a quality seat makes
I do not own a Triumph ST but a couple of years ago I thought about it. Even test rode one at the Triumph Dealership in Dulles VA. It was a short test ride, too short really to get a decent feel for the bike. I do remember that it was quite light and kinda of cheap feel to it. But w/e. I have never heard anything negative about the bike, almost always the opposite. Ok, December 2020 I bought a KTM 790 Adventure S. Love the bike ! It does everything I could want on a bike. From Adventure to Sport Touring. Superb handling, more than ample power and torque, and riding position comfort (well the seat ... ordered a Corbin Seat the other day, have a bad back regardless). Bought a set of Lone Rider saddle bags (in process of putting them on now). Ok, getting back to the type of bike like the Triumph Speed Triple. I noticed the "New" 2022 Yamaha XSR 900 and it looks like a bike that in most ways will rival the Triumph ST. Since it is a "new" version of the XSR 900 there are not any in showrooms as of yet that I know of so I cannot test ride one to experience first hand. But it does look very promising as a choice for an additional bike to add to my motorcycle stable instead of the Triumph ST. Where or what is the purpose of my comment here ? I have no idea, haha. I see that you live in the DMV area which I can relate to since I live in this area as well. By the way, I also own a 2016 Motto Guzzi V7II Stone and a 2015 Harley Super Low 1200T. Though I probably would have to rid myself of one of those two bikes if I were to purchase the 2022 Yamaha XSR 900 or any other additional bike. Or, maybe simply decommission one of them for insurance savings. Who knows, many years from now they may become a collectors item when all motorized vehicles are electric, haha just joking. I mean by then gasoline/diesel will be illegal, inpossible to get, hehe. Later ...
By the way, always remember what the Door Mouse said ...
I test rode an XSR900 last year. The motor is in a different league from the Street Triple, with torque all through the rev range. The chassis didn't feel nearly as refined though. Unfortunately the updated XSR is ugly as sin (in my opinion) but I'm sure it rides better than ever.
@@VanBlamm "ugly as sin" ???
Perfection is more than perception
Have put almost 5k on mine. Same color. Love it. Gotta get yourself a comfy seat cushion if you want to avoid numb butt after riding all day. Good review.
Excellent review Elliot! Just bought a brand new 2022 (end of yr price) and it’s being stored at the dealership until spring of 2023. I’m vibrating with excitement and can’t wait until I can take possession. Going to be quite the change from my 07 1200 Sportster 😊I’m going to be watching your video all winter and hope it sustains me until the snow melts!! Thanks again for the quality review.
Congrats on the new bike! You're going to have a blast. Are you keeping the Sportster too?
@@VanBlamm Thanks, I’m so excited!! No, going to sell the Sportster in the spring. Going to miss the old girl but ready for something with some newer technology.
Yes! Van Blamm is back. Lovely bike, nice roads, not jealous … much. Good review, thanks.
And I’ve just bought one! A 2018 765S, still more bike than I can handle … at the moment.
I had mentioned in a previous video that I was going to test ride the RS version of this bike, and a rocket 3 gt. Ended up going with the rocket since I have carpel tunnel that flares up in my wrists from an aggressive riding position, but I agree 100% with you assessment of the handling of the Street Triple. It handles like a dream and you really feel like you are "part" of the bike vs just riding it. The quick shifter on the Street Triple also worked fantastic and I ended up ordering one for the Rocket. (I figure a rocket GT with mid mounts + quick shifter should be pretty fun)
That said, I still may end up picking up a Street Triple down the road just for fun and shorter rides.
That's awesome! You got basically my ideal spec for the Rocket 3 (R pegs, GT bars, quick shifter). Enjoy the hell out of that thing!
Thank you for the metric conversions!
I own an 09 triple R, most of my riding is in the canyons. I put apex clip on bars on it and it's awesome! I can now get better body positioning and because the bars are adjustable, the ride height is more comfortable than a Daytona or other super sports.
Got a killer deal on a ‘20 Street Triple RS for my wife’s first bike. While I had an absolute blast riding it, it was NOT a good beginner bike for her. Even lowered to fit her 5’ 2” height, and in Rain mode, she just wasn’t very confident on it. So we traded straight up for a ‘22 Street Twin Gold Line. Her bike now complements my ‘20 Speed Twin nicely, and she’s learning to ride very well. That said, the Striple is an amazing bike! I’m 6’ 0” and found it exceptionally comfortable.
Lastly, Eliot, your editing and productions are top notch, but I found myself mentally replacing your music score during the twisty section with Kenny Loggins’ Highway to the Danger Zone. Way more fitting, don’t you think?!
Hah, I'll take that as a compliment. Kenny wasn't returning my calls, so I did the best I could with Epidemic Sound.
Glad she's feeling more confident on the Street Twin!
I have the same bike right down to the color.
The ST has been my dream bike since they 1st appeared in '07. Great job with the video.
I like the way the rider modes are noticable when changed.
I plan on growing old with my bike.
Thanks! Yeah I spent most of my time in Road mode, but I switched to Rain in the city, and Sport in the mountains.
Always wanted one of these! I have an XSR900 and love the sound and feel of a triple. Gotta think this bike is very similar. Great review man!
Thanks! I briefly test rode an XSR900 a couple months ago and loved it. I actually found it felt significantly torquier than the 765.
@@VanBlamm Yea, its arguably the best bike I've ever owned. Love the look of it, and that engine is one of the best out there IMHO, especially with a nice aftermarket exhaust and tune. Such a great bike.
All true about this machine, how is it so well sorted I ask myself with each ride?
I have been riding bikes since 1971 and its by far the best handling road bike ever in my opinion, I have ridden some bad ones and a few good ones. The Street Triple is light responsive and powerful. Forget the touring its not a tourer by any means. Why not it revs too hi, its not relaxed the seat is good for a short wrap only.
If you want to tour buy the 1200 Triumph.
Its home paddock is the twisties, it is so smooth and slick it makes every corner too easy with loads of
confidence inspiring finesse. Over shooting a corner on this scooter would be hard., it just turns in with no hint of any fuss.
Please enjoy.
As for beginners start small say a 300 cc and ride for a few years not just one.
My future next motorcycle.
A great choice, especially as an upgrade from a Ninja 400!
I had a brand new 2015 FZ09, got hit on it only a year later, been wanting to get another bike and have been eyeing one of these up at my local dealer. Glad I found this video to affirm my attraction to great naked bikes. I'd get another FZ09 (now MT09) but I'm not a fan of the new headlights and color schemes. BUT THIS TRIPLE R THOUGH ! Beautiful bike, well put together review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching! You'd miss some of the low-end torque you used to have, but other than that the Street Triple R would make a more than worthy successor to the FZ-09.
Riding a 2020 R since 08/2020 - i like it a lot and it ticks many boxes of "what I want from a bike" and "can do anything". I love the price-value getting from the Bike. Its surely not a CHEAP bike - but comparing to other options in that range the street R is super equipped (Showa adjustable, Brembo M4 brakes, steelflex etc.) - its so great. On other premium brands you easily pay 12.000 $ plus to get that, or even pay 12k but get lower range stuff on the bike.
I know its not going to happen, but if i would have a wish free, i would like to see a 2024 street triple with a ~960ccm tripple engine. With like 135 PS and 100 NM. Its not so much about the extra power, just having some more torque would be nice. The Street R has already so much more umpf then for example the Honda 650 - so dont be worried, the 765 does the job cool. Only if you know 100 NM form other bikes, you wish the street R would also be available in such a setup. Ducati street fighter V2 does appeal me because of that reason - but hey 16,999 $ really Ducati?
Thanks for the input! That's actually a really interesting idea. We just saw Triumph turn the Trident 660 into a Tiger 660; perhaps they could do the opposite and put the Tiger 900 motor into a naked bike package? With a sportier tune, of course.
Excellent video production. Great content.
Probably the best review of this bike on YT, deserving of far more views! Well done :)
Thank you!
Got an 07 ...what a blast
Good video. I owned a 2017 765 R model for one year. I moved on to a Super Duke R (was to brutal) and than to a F 900 XR. Although both got more low down torque, I miss the Street Triple. Touring was actually great for me on the Street Triple. And I liked the light weight a lot as well as the soul of that bike. I plan to go back to a Street Triple maybe in 2023 when the next update is released.
How is the F900XR? I'm hesitant between street triple R and F900XR
I heard the F900XR overheats a lot
@@the_freedom_quest My personal experience is that the F900XR has a more comfortable suspension, more torque and better fueling in lower revs. The Street Triple is more in the sporty side with a firmer suspension, torque in higher revs and more jerky throttle in first and second gear as well as in lower revs. On the other hand the Street Triple has a better seat and a more emotional engine. It's up to your taste. Try both and take what you like more.
@@the_freedom_quest Yeah, the fan turns on in city traffic quite fast and often.
And did you get a new Street Triple Lars? 😉
Man I so badly want one! Was close to pulling the trigger on one as my first bike (though I’ve known to ride for years), but decided to get a CB300R and instead build my skills more fully before going for this in say 18 months.
man, I love your review! It was tight and cleanly put together and I appreciated the simultaneous metric conversions even though i dont need them lol hope to see more reviews. I just got the '21 street triple r after owning a '14 street triple r and looking forward to explore the differences
Thank you very much! Congrats on the new bike
Hi per your last comments just wondering how you're liking the newer bike. I too have a 14 R. Only 4k so I'm in no hurry just yet. Thanks!
It definitely feels like a much broader midrange and it doesn't really stop pulling around 100mph like the 14 did. I like the addition of the quickshifter but it isn't very smooth so I only use it for the upshifts. Handles just as well as the 14 but it felt like significantly more high frequency vibration to me on the 21. I liked the feel of the throttle and the sound better on the 14. If you don't spend a lot of time above 80mph, then you're really not missing much. Just get a quickshifter up only and its perfect.
Hi, thanks for the ride. I love those roads you chose, it really puts this bike in it's best place. I have the same model Street R and cannot say enough good things about it. Although I have owned larger bikes in the past - I had a MT-03 for a year before the triple and I think it has all the advantages of the smaller bike (lightness, ease of manoeuvre, great in town) and also those of a larger machine (great brakes, excellent suspension, plenty of speed) I can't see myself trading it any time soon. BTW I loved the luggage you featured, I'll have to see if it's available in the UK. Stay safe and have fun :>)
Thanks for watching! Ride safe and enjoy the hell out of that thing
2021 street triple R owner here. 14,000 miles in a year with zero problems. My only real complaint and this is probably because I’m 50 is that the foot pegs are pretty high and I constantly think about getting a foot peg lowering kit but I already scrape my boots in the twisties so that’s probably a bad idea.
Nice! Glad to hear that bike is getting ridden the way it deserves to be. Wonder if a thicker seat could lift you off the pegs a bit? Just a thought
Great review mate definitely liked and subscribed
Just picked up a 2010 St Triple 2 weeks ago and I have just started to venture out and admire it! Im not a newbie by any means but I do enjoy the snappy quick agile feel. She is the best looking St Trip on the road with her Black and gold wheels. Around Bend Oregon out on 2 wheels
I have a 2018 765s in red with same dash and I’ve fitted those mirrors too as seen in this vid. Also a QS. Cracking bike … have some track-days planned for 2023. 🇬🇧👍
Hell yeah, enjoy it
The biggest thing that swayed me to a 2021 Z900 was not price or the engine, but the ability to use hard cases for touring.
Can't go wrong with the Z900
Great bikes, I own a 2021. I don't fancy touring with it though
Picking up my 1st 2018 STR Sunday! Super excited
Congrats, enjoy the hell out of that thing!
This is the bike that I always come back to…I’m curious about the 890 Duke as well.
I've never ridden a Duke (or any KTM for that matter) but I really want to. Seems like the 890 is one of the closest bikes out there to the Street Triple, at least specs-wise.
u nailed it ! Fantastic review👌..my dream machine! ❤️
great video Elliot! I liked when you said after a year of riding a beginner bike to get this bike and true I do!
Thanks!
Hello, nice video👍. I own a 2015 Street Triple R 675, and would have to say I have zero complaints about it. I’ve owned a ‘99 ZX-6R, and although I dont remember that 4 cyl engine having as noticable of vibration over 6K rpm, it had to be wound out higher in the rpm range to get the power the Street Triple does much lower. Also you cannot beat the sound of a triple- the growl of this engine with a Leo Vince slip-on is far superior to any 4 cyl in my opinion. Also the steering on the Street Triple is hands down the best of any bike Ive riden, its scary nimble at any speed. Hope this helps confirm your review, take care👍
Hiya, great video. You mentioned filtering in the the US is not wholly embraced. Here in England filtering is allowed by law and generally drivers are pretty good here in Lincolnshire to let us through. When ya think about it the more motorcycles are on the road, especially rush hour, it will reduce car numbers. Simples. Take care mate.
You're absolutely right!
Thank you for this great video. I own a Streety R 2018 and love it. Although I will "uprgrade" the the new 2023 new RS model and look forward very much to an even more exciting bike.
Best greetings from Austria
Nice! I'd love to hear how much of a difference that extra "S" makes. Ride safe
I OWN A 2020 MODEL I ABSOLUTLEY LOVE IT
I LOVE my 2022 STR. The only CON is... you can't enjoy this bike unless you are constantly gunning it or doing twisties. There's absolutely no joy in riding this casually/gently.
NICE review! I wish I would've bought this bike instead of the GSX-s1000 I own. I'm at 6k miles now, it's just a bit big and heavy for my 5'7" 165lb size. Honestly my Suzuki is to powerful, lol. The price was right, oh well we live and learn. Ride safe out there.
Thanks! I hope you never get tired of that torque
Great vid!
Lovely bike, my only issue with it for me, are the fly-like headlights, give it a round one and it would look so much better (IMHO).
Stay safe my friend
Motodemic makes a very very nice round Led headlight for this bike. Pricey though
So I’m guessing you’re in Va. I JUST came down them roads yesterday, coming back from the north. And I live not far from VIR. Awesome track! Awesome review!
Thanks!
The buffeting on my Street Twin at 70+ on the interstate was really annoying (along with lack of passing power). I had the same buffeting on my fully faired Ninja 1000 with the same helmet, the Scorpion EXO-R420. On both bikes life is much better with the replacement helmet, the Scorpion EXO-R1-Air; it just cuts through smoothly. The air blast on the Street Twin never bothered me, but I can ride a lot longer, and be much more comfortable on the Ninja 1000...I think a lot of it is from the windscreen dumping all the air at my head and not my chest...and the new helmet just cuts right through that smoothly.
Amazing what a difference the lid makes! I'm thinking about putting a +1 front sprocket on my Speed Twin to make highway life easier
I think you pretty much confirmed that this should be the bike I get. my first bike was a harley iron 883 - and as i kept riding i got really annoyed that the pipes and pegs would constantly grind whenever i tried to have fun in the corners - loved the low seat height of that bike but after 18k miles of riding it i found it to be slow, sluggish and uncomfortable after about 40 minutes of riding it or so (but reliable and cool looking). I am 5'6 (maybe can squeeze in 5'7) with a 29" inseam - would this bike be too tall for me (this is what initially kept me away from sportier bikes). Also wondering what quality and reliability is like with these bikes. Also love that you highlighted the riding we have here in the DMV area the mountain roads were really hard to exploit on my harley :(. Love the channel btw.
Yip I couldn't care less about wind blast either lol 😉 and you seem plenty fast enough mate 👍
Elliot, after watching your videos and listening to your input I got one. A 2021 street trip rs - lovin it, the ride, the handling but struggling to make sense of the tft
Hey, that's awesome! I'm sure you'll get used to the tft in time
@@VanBlamm thanks I'm sure I will get used to it, but for the life of me - spent couple hours - I can't find the odometer
@@barracuda017 odometer also appears when turning key on and off. I reset my tripmetre each fill up
Great review, would you choose it over the Speed Twin? If not why? Besides the look, it seems that the Triple has a lot going for it.
Both make great all-rounders, and if I spent more time riding sportily or on the track then the Triple would be a lot more tempting. Given my riding style and tastes however, I could not give up the Speed Twin's torque and personality, even if the handling and top-end aren't as good.
You are awesome ! Very impressed with the style and review ! Cheers !
Thank you!
I really cant decide which bike should I buy for my first motorcycle. Street Twin or Street Triple R/RS. I dont know which riding style fit me more…
If it's between those two, I'd get the Street Twin. As a new rider you won't miss the STriple's performance. Might as well get the bike that's more forgiving and has more personality. You can always go the sporty route later once you can really get the most out of it.
@@VanBlamm thanks, you’re right :) I like both styles: sport and retro, but can’t get both :) And I think that, I prefer Street Twin’s engine characteristic and power in lower RPM. Maybe after couple of seasons with the Street Twin, I’ll buy a Speed Twin 1200 like yours. Your bike is a lot more sporty than Street Twin am I right? ;)
Cool music 1:26 Van Blamm
Still love my str675r 2016. But cant wait for speed twin special edition or r / rs to comeout.🤪
Have you ridden a 765? I'd be curious to see if you think the difference in power/torque is noticeable.
@@VanBlamm yeah..but yet i still prefer my 675 shape and design which is more muscular look compare to 765. Oh btw if i want to upgrade nxt bike of course I'll choose speed twin😂
I bought a street triple r low 2022 the only thing I don't like is on highway the wind tries to blow me off I have a windshield ordered
Nice! I'd be curious to know how much of a difference it makes
I have already waited a month to get the windscreen and frame sliders from the dealer
Use a street triple r for my daily commute. No longer regret commuting
Hell yeah
Hi Elliot, I had a ‘11 Street R. Beauty and Beast in one. The reason I sold it was because it’s so eager to get going very quick. When riding with the misses I was way up ahead al the time. Now searching for a Speed Twin 1200. Gotta get a big boy ones in your life right?
How do you feel the two compare?
Very different bikes, but both awesome. The Speed Twin is happy to ride at low and medium speeds, just a very easygoing bike when you want it to be. It goes fast too, but the Street Triple is much faster and more agile.
I went from a 2015 675RX to a 2018 765RS. Quite honestly the R was probably better suited to me and my riding style, but hindsight and all that.
The RS is totally awesome too of course. Bet it's great up on Loveland Pass and the like!
@@VanBlamm - The powerband on the RS kicks in a little over 8k revs, so you really have to get on it, but once you hit 8k it just pulls forever until redline. It's pretty spectacular!
Hallo Van Blamm.
Thank you for the video. I am thinking of upgrading from my Kawasaki Z650 to this beauty. I wanted to ask about pillion comfort. Do you know how it is compared to a Z650 ?
Pillion accommodations are not going to be better on the STripleR. Probably about the same as the Z650. You can do it, but you probably don't want to do it all day long.
@@VanBlamm Thank you !
Ride safe ✌️
Wow some amazing looking roads ! One of my favourite bikes . 🇬🇧 what year bike is that ?
It's a 2021
thank you for the metric numbers
My 675R is great but I do think sixth gear should've been much taller. When you're on the boring bits between the twisties you don't need it revving away the way it does. I can't believe anybody would tour on one. It sounds 'urgent' 100% of the time which might get a bit wearing after the first hour...
Biggest question: Would you trade your 1200 double for this triple?
I hate that front lights, but if Triumph was to make a Street Triple RR, I would be all on top of it.
Good question! Both are excellent all-rounders, but the Speed Twin's personality and effortless torque are better suited to my riding style.
I think the Motodemic single headlight conversion helps out the STriple a lot, although am RR version would indeed be ideal.
Very true Review 👍🏻
3:35 i've found the opposite to be true. my 2024 765 R gets hot as hell. so hot the footpegs feel like they're melting the soles of my riding shoes.
but that's only when i'm riding hard, not when i'm leisurely cruising on city streets.
This is a good data point, thanks!
great review
Have you ever rode down the turnpike on a motorcycle? I drove a car down it in fourth gear doing 80 mph with my foot on the brake. It was a little scary.
Which turnpike?
@@VanBlamm I think it's just called the West Virginia Turnpike. I only went over there once. I went to Lewisburg from the south.
Disagree with your statement : I had it as first bike, and it's absolutely new rider friendly
The URL you show at the gas station is wrong, it's missing the hyphen. Very confusing when typed into my browser and its a parked domain.
Thanks for pointing that out! I made sure to put the correct one in the description and pinned comment.
How do you think it compares to speed twin ? I mostly ride in the mountains and so the triple makes sense however the torque on twin and those looks take my heart away. So on twisties how does the twin compare to the triple ?
Depends on how serious of a sport rider you are. In expert hands, the Triple can be much faster than the Twin in the twisties, but in my hands they're equally fast (equally slow I mean). So for me the effortless torque and charisma of the Twin gives it an easy win. If you're smitten with the Speed Twin then I say go for that, unless you have a few track days under your belt and need to keep up with buddies on supersports.
Is this the 2021 model? Weird, I thought it has TFT display.
And it has quickshifter and autoblipper?
The RS model has a TFT dash, but this R version just has an LCD display and analog tachometer, which I actually prefer. All versions come with a quick shifter that auto blips.
My 2019 street triple r has full tft screen next model reverted to analogue reverted counter !!
I’m really trying to choose between a 2021 Street Triple R and a Thruxton R. It’s difficult.
Is it a good bike for short distances touring? I mean about 300-400 km ?
Absolutely. Just get the SW Motech Blaze bags and you're golden.
@@VanBlamm thanks...I will follow yr advice 🙂
is stripple or tiger 900 better for touring? specially poor quality third world highways?
Tiger all the way
I have a trident 660, would you trade it for a Street triple R? Or are they to similar
Tough call. Definitely test out a Street Triple if you can. I had a blast riding the Trident, and I think it would be enough for my riding, even when I'm in the mountains trying to go fast. But if you're already finding the limits of the Trident and want more out of it, then the STripleR would be worth upgrading.
How do you find the power down low? Does it make good torque?
The low end is good enough for comfortable around town use. You won't be redlining 1st gear every time you set off from a traffic light (unless you want to, of course!)