What made you go for bmw ? I feel the naked gives you more fun the instant wheelies and easy posture but s1kr gives you bragging right of going beyond 300 and track domination. Please do give your views

only first 4 minutes, rest is pretty good

The motor has been thoroughly reworked. It does rev higher and quicker. I would take this over the MT 10 anyday. I also read a test of this bike against the MT10 SP on track. The speedy basically slaughtered the Yam on lap times.

Banditmanuk I have owned a 2017 KTM 1290 Superduke R for over a year, and I love it for obvious reasons...but...I test ride the new Speed RS a week ago, and I am actually trading in my KTM for one in 2 weeks time. I would never have thought I would ever choose any other bike over my KTM, but you should definitely go test ride one and make up your own mind! In response to your “concerns” re the engine...it really does feel totally different to the previous Speed...it does rev much higher, lighter and faster. It is also is the most balanced, stable, and best handling bike I’ve ridden, and this combination of characteristics made me fall in love! I love my SDR and also MT10’s etc, but there’s something more rideable and useable about this bike...in my humble opinion of course! I do think it’s well worth test riding one, cos I never thought I would enjoy anything more than my KTM..cheers!

Davy Crocket I know someone who is trading their MT10 for the new Speed after a test ride so it must be good. Loved my 2012 Speed Triple but the main reason I sold it was the leg position for me, being 6ft 3 it was a little too cramped on longer rides.

Banditmanuk Ahh I see, yeah I totally get that, as I did notice the difference in peg height compared to the MT10 etc. I am 5 ft 10, so it must have been pretty cramped for you!

Dougie You are right mate. As a Street Triple RS owner, I could be interested in one of these. I am tired to read people comparing it to Superduke and so on. Come on, they should stop the bullshit. This bike has a target of its own! I could not agree more wih you!

Yeah, maybe. And this is certainly an excellent bike, don't get me wrong... But come on ! Triumph introduces it on a track, calls it RS, claims it's more powerful, and lighter, etc. They have chosen its competitors, they just don't get close in the hardcore department... Triumph initiated the comparison : they are to blame. That won't prevent this bike from being very fun and enjoyable, though.

It still is a capable track bike, but if I was in the market for a track bike it wouldn't be a naked. If like me you want a credible all rounder it's a good option. I won't be exchanging my 2016 model for it as it's not different enough to make it worth it. I don't take too much from the marketing hype either, preferring to demo myself and look at real world blogger reviews, of which there will be a lot soon. There is a place for this bike in the market and to me it's closest rival is the Ducati Monster, another very nice machine.

I agree with you.

Dougie "I don't take too much from the marketing hype either, preferring to demo myself" Exactly, we watch this to find out what's new in terms of electronics and features, we don't expect an in-depth personal review. It's sure beats going to the Triumph website and reading all the specs off a page and comparing it to the old version. They did it for you, and you get to hear the bike as well. :)

Lugash Käsekuchen Spot on, Triumph did the same with the Street Triple RS. These tyres are close to being dangerous on cold wet roads

There is some logic to it from the manufacturer'ss persoective: - journalists test them only with stock tires, so the oem tires are a very simple way to influence the initial reviews of a new bike. It will handle sweet with supercorsas when ridden hard on press launches. This serves Triumphs interest - Supercorsas don't last very long so it guarantees a quick tire change for the tire manufacturer. Recurring revenue for Pirelli-Metzeler Final comment: Rosso IIIs are indeed great tires.

I'm disappointed that my Speed Triple RS came with them. I'll be switching to a real world tire quickly.

Whatever. Go buy one.

Well, I don't think it wants to be a Tuono. The Tuono is a stripped down superbike, while the Speedy ihmo is just a real naked bike. Two different yet very desirable beasts. PS: But damn that Tuono V4 is just the best sounding engine in any current production bike.

Anime Alpha oh defo buying it

I did back to back 1 hour long rides on the Speed Triple RS and Tuono Factory and this is my opinion. The bikes are more similar than not. Variances are the engines, throttle response, and slow speed handling. Speed is superior handling overall over the Tuono, but especially at slower speeds. That’s important as we ride these machines on the street mostly. Throttle response is more precise and predictable on the Speed. Tuono’s throttle is sometime jerky. The V4 sound is just amazing, much more exciting than the Speed’s three cylinders. Tuono is more raw and the Speed is raw with a touch of refinement.

valebliz if you "care about riding" in the UK, you probably wouldn't buy a naked. Some folks like to do the miles, some like to do the smiles, it's a free country friendo.

Who said I live in the UK? I'm 1.5hrs from the Italian alps.

I agree totally. I also own a 2017 1290 SDR. After test riding the new Speed Triple yesterday, I am now going to swap mine in for the Triumph. I love my 1290 SDR. However, for me, as mental and fun as my KTM is, I found the new Speed much more usable, more fun, more engaging, and quite possibly the best balanced and best handling bike i've ever ridden...it is all down to personal preference, but in my case, the Triumph's engine is more usable for most road riding...

Davy Crocket did you find the '18 engine any more grunty up top, compared to the old speed? My only complaint with my '12 Speed R was the engine really died in the last 2k revs, now they claim 15hp more compared to the one I had. Did you feel those?

valebliz That’s slightly tricky to answer...because the engine is soooo different to the 2016 Speed that I test rode? The quick answer is “yes” and it’s a bit longer in all the gears...but....it’s the fast free revving and the constant linear torque that makes it feel so exciting to ride? Almost like they’ve “freed up” the old engine, if that makes sense?? To put it another way, I chose the 1290 over the 2017 Speed cos the engine felt strangulated by comparison...but I would never have chosen the SDR over this new Speed Triple..hence why I’m now trading mine in...and it really is the best balanced and handling bike I’ve ever ridden...without being tiring like it is on a Supersports or even the SDR at times? Hope this helps!???

😂 there are plenty of affordable bikes, but if you want the latest and greatest you pays your monies.

Jim 86 Why do that when I can spend £500 on a Chinese scooter, £5 on a balaclava and £10 on a hoodie, then get my own 2018 Speed Triple for free. The best finance offer around.

Because a Chinese scooter is shit

Jim 86 Wow, that flew right over your head huh

Nope. You’re just not funny.

Alex Johnson look for pure triumph daytona 1050, they merged the speed triple with a street triple for a limited amount.

Can you not get a good deal with a trade in?

Perhaps... That idea crossed my mind too :). But i will always lose a bit of money...

well, how much do you want it? :)

That's the question, indeed. I let it go for awhile... but I'm going to do a test ride as soon as I can... and probably going to the bank for some money haha

Yes it has both

juliusbrewster. Thanks 🖒

They are options as well as the heated grips

KrAzYDucati yep :)

The accessory shifter is only up Davy.

We think!

Scrap that! The old one was only up, the new one's up and down.

Bike World haha! Thankyou! I was a bit confused, since all the reviews I’ve watched and read have reported it to be up and down...but the dealer earlier today said it was up only...so I was wondering why Triumph would put an up and down on the new Tiger 1200 but not on the Speed Triple RS!!!? I suppose I’ll find out when I pick it up! Lol

Should be up and down if it's the new one. Let us know what you think of the bike.

nop , I dont think you get much from the 25 hp, only advantage is the torque...i would stick with the 765 , such a nice bike in my opinion

Suspect there is little between the bikes up to 100mph, the Street is probably still quicker through the twisties and looks better in my opinion. So no hang onto the Street.

At wheel

The S1000R isn't especially weak in the braking department, anyway 😉

Yeah, I'm sure the M4s are fine. Strange that the Street Triple RS got the M50s though. I just don't think the relatively minor changes are going to elevate this bike to be competitive with the top supernakeds, let alone move things forward. The previous model fell closest to the Yamaha MT-10, and while this RS model might be better equipped with the brembos and ohlins, I'm sure it'll cost more. Honda's new CB1000R might have moved up into this second tier as well.

This engine tho, torque for days if I must believe the reviewers. And as a striple 675 owner i must say, BHP isnt everything, speed isnt everything. I rather take nice winding roads with nice lines and superb handling than having the wrestle the bike through all of that where you cant even use the peak power imo

Joric78. It's 10 more hp not 6. 138 to 148 hp.

lol

Glad you enjoyed it Alain, go and buy one and we can get our commission.

Bike World A bike without even the slighest flaw. I guess I have to buy it

so change it

moto_b is it your country allowed to custom the front light??

They used to with the 955i etc, but unless you're racing with them there's really no money in it from the general market.

Around 160 hp at the rear wheel.

The guy in the video started brakes horsepower, which would be measured at the engine, not the wheel, but it's extremely possible it was a simple mistake.

Nope

Nope

Nope ;)

Yes yes yes horrible light on this bike

NO NO NO, the headlight sets it apart from all the others, and it looks cool

wait for the 2020

Jayden Valentine cuz it's also 2 years after this one ?

For what? 2016-2017 was quite a big step forward. It was kinda pity it didn't get TFT dash as 765, though. And lack of cruise control was kinda bummer. 2018 looks even more competitive for like 5 years ahead, unless they'll unveil even more lighter, like 20 kilos lighter,Triple with 160+ hp.

Rustam Khasanov well personally would be because when it came out it was the all new speed and now two years later you got the all new speed again. In my opinion they should have released this one to begin with just waited a little.

I'd be willing to bet ridden back to back on 'real' roads the old one will be better. That's whats happened with the Street!

or full LEDs, at least!!

Jeeee.... thats a lot of weight!

You have no idea what you're talking about, we just shot what Bruce thought about the bike. Have you ridden it, can you actually ride?

Ah, the "can you actually ride" triggered response. Supermoto is life m8. I tell you what I know. In your 9 minute launch "review" Bruce found exactly zero things to criticize. Nothing. Nada. Zip. Zilch. Whatever buddy. Most biased "reviewers" have enough shame to throw in some token criticisms or simply openly say they are XYZ fanboys. Your "review" is nothing but a 9 minute Ode de Triomphe. Fair enough. You are not the only ones, but don't get all triggered when people point it out.

Bruce was a guest, maybe the result might have been different if we'd ridden it ourselves. As you said, it was a launch review, there's only so much you can do with the few hours we get on the bike. Feedback taken on-board though.

Great review. Really helpws me narrow down my list on a new bike. I have had a few bikes and considering an all around bike. This seems to be good fit. I have gone through cruisers...naked bikes...dual sport...and I just sold my Aprilia RSV4 SBK and I am down to a 2018 BMW 1200R which I would not recommend due their gear box issues. Thanks again. Down to the Triump, Ducati Monster 1200, or Kawasaki Z900.

rs has a new IMU with lean sensors etc. The electronics at the price makes it very competitive

hahahahaha back of the pack ! somebody wasn't riding it properly

(Simon Clare) Yeah you riding it,LOl !

DR N. YOU clearly are a troll. Go away.

tell you the truth i dont feel like people need supernaked bikes to improve much in performance sector its already in my opinion fast enough maybe a few more hp and tq i think they wants things like keyless ignition riding modes electronic suspension dual way quickshifter led lights better fuel economy lighter weight i think we all are trending toward bike that easier to go fast more comfortable and more easily accessible look at there superbike counterpart all of them are not actually that much faster than their predecessor if you put a professional rider in there and really measure it but they feel tremendously stable and confident inspiring to normal people

My man , keyless ignition and elctronic suspension is for GS twats , not naked bike riders. As for fuel economy you're in the wrong category of bike. If they want to make this bike comfortable , give it a set of mirrors in which you can actually see something .