For those of you out there in the market, which bike would you rather have and why? Don't forget that you can win the Triple for FREE over on yammienoob.co

28:50 for the people who want to skip to the race. p.s the content is great too, if you haven't seen it yet already.

Honda's are great for the older rider who appreciates quality, has nothing to prove and just wants to go for an enjoyable ride.

"Triumph is more buzzy" "Oh btw I've never left 2nd gear"

I let you talk me into a triumph. Just picked up the 2020 street triple rs saturday. And I love it

I spent my money for a new 2017 Bonneville T-120 Black (March of 2017, my birthday present to myself for completing 65 years), then later that same year I bought a 2018 Street Triple R (September 2017). So Triumph does it for me. The Street always puts a smile on my face when I crank it past 8,000 RPMs! The T-120 is just soooo beautiful to me (sounds great too).

Bought a 2013 street triple 675R as my second bike after my ninja 300. Was still a pretty new rider at that point but thankfully had a good mentor I could ride with and who helped me purchase the bike. Love the vid and love the bike!

Honda - Everything you need, nothing you don't. The CB650R reminds me of my CB900F 919, as it is also a bare bones, minimalist, naked street fighter. The 919 is a joy to ride, and I imagine the 650 is too.

I had an 09 street triple and loved it. It seemed to be the most road confidence ride I ever had on a bike. It started developing oil seepage though. I loved the sound and handling of it but I had to get rid of it because of the addiction. I miss it and have had thoughts of getting another one. At 66 I still want another one.

Started on a BMW F650 nearly four years ago and got myself a Street Triple RS last year. Test rode it while the snow was melting in early february and fell in love with the engine right away. What a bike! So precise, nimble and - imho - forgiving, it is just insane. Helps me with social distancing too! :D

The street triple was my first bike. Def not a beginner bike but it was such a beast. I miss it alot

Belated congratulations to Kyle on the win. Hope you are having fun with it.

My first bike ever is a 2016 street triple rx and I made like 9000 kms in 3 months and now I ride it like a bicycle. Very good handling and lot of power.

I'm in the market for my first bike, and hearing y'all go through the talking points of what makes a good bike to learn on and what makes a good bike for experienced riders was very helpful. I didn't even think about the cost factor.

Clutch in and the triple will start in any gear. Doesn't need to be in neutral. Does need stand up.

Triumph triple engines are wonderfully forgiving due to the flat torque curve. It sounds amazing and has so much character you just don't get in an inline four. That being said my Speed triple is the only bike I've ever owned that has false neutrals. Sloppy shifting is not an option. Furthermore Triumph dealerships are few and far between. Honda has shops everywhere.

I have an ‘18 Street Triple R and love it. Just put an SC Project slip-on on it. I had the bar end mirrors from the RS put on and a tidy tail. Wouldn’t have any other naked.

Great review on both bikes you guys are very helpful.

Really good overview. A big thumbs up.

fantastic review ... @cardo the talk through was fantastic

Great video guys, thanks for sharing tot experience!

21:52 to 22:10 is kind of everything I needed to hear for any type of bike reviewing about what the bikes can do for its intended rider (feel of the bike/personality quirks) for the purpose in which they are made to be whether they be intentional or not :D great show guys love it.

I've had the 765R for 4 years (exact same colour) and now fancy something new. But: This video totally advertises my own bike back to me. Reminds me why I love it and chose it in the first place.

I started with Ninja 400, now i have a Striple R 765... i do 300 mile days all the time on both ......absolutely fuggin love the triple .

Great review, I enjoyed it thanks.

That Honda looks soo good

Watching this I am kicking myself for not finding the extra $4000 to go from the CB300R to the CB650R when I bought my first bike. I love the CB300R, but I feel like you could keep a 650R forever and never get bored.

I actually really enjoyed how and what you talked about in this review. I ride a lot of triumphs and think you covered these bikes well. Though I do have a friend that turned in his triple because of the buzz. It's a bit more pronounced than any other bike in that class

I swopped in a brand new 2016 CB650F after a couple of years for a very low milage (4.500 kilometres) 2014 Street triple R just riding home I knew I had made the correct decision. It was a 'point and shoot' bike, the difference in handling was immediately apparent. Still have it, it still looks immaculate, and still runs perfectly.. Triumph Triples are just beautiful ..

Daytona spec is great. The handling, engine , brakes will be great. I love the street triple. What a bike.

I thought the brakes were a bit weak on the Honda - otherwise it was very nice and I thought a great 7/10ths bike. May be judging the Honda brakes a bit harshly given what my normal ride (s1000r). Absolutely love the visible exhaust manifolds - piece of art. That triple, however. Will always sound better than an in-line 4. Very nearly bought a Speed Triple over my BM just because of the noise.

Enjoyed your talks that add fun to your videos. 👍

Love the long-form discussion and brain dump, these make for a great video

You spoke briefly about the seat heights. The Street Triple R comes in a lower seat height configuration also. It’s 1.77” lower. Pretty significant.

Honda: let’s make an awesome bike then throw a 2005 IPod on it for the gauge cluster.

Picked up a 2012 street triple for my daily commute. Can't wait to take this baby to the track soon!

The difference in visibility between the TFT vs LCD dashes is insane! I hope Honda can upgrade to one on the CB say...next year?

Very good review thanks for your input, both of you guys do a great job at presentations, broadcast quality!

I picked up an FZ8 as my 1st bike and am heavily leaning towards the 765 for my next!

New to your channel, this sh*t is fantastic! Long videos, but informative throughout.

I had an 03 bonneville and it allways drew a crowd!!! It was awesome and beautiful!!!🤠🏍

Honda is always occupying one of the first places in all the statistcs regarding motorcycles reliability (like all the japanese bikes) while Triumpf is always struggling somewhere in the middle of all the tops. So, in my humble opinion, Honda isn't overpriced at all.

I haven't had a motorcycle in 5 years and I've had the hardest time picking a bike. I keep bouncing from the CB650R to something nicer like a Street Triple or the new Ducati Monster. You got me at the end with the SV650 bit. That was my previous bike....

Side by side roll on similarity is probably the way the bikes produce power. An engine with a raw power feel doesn't necessarily translate to more actual power than a smoother engine.

I had a 06 CBR 1000rr that I put around 25k miles on before it was stolen and it was the most reliable motorcycle I ever owned. My Speed Triple is the best sounding motorcycle I have ever owned but its definitely not the most reliable.

Nice review thanks 😊

I also just started on a 09 street triple and I don't regret it even for a second. It just makes power everywhere and handles so smooth. I do have a EU A license though, so I think I'm generally a bit more experienced than the average US beginner.

Yam said it perfectly, I'm on a Rebel 300 and currently lusting for the CB

Trident vs CB650R would be the most appropriate comparison, I think. Both are neo-retro with relatively high revving engines above 2 cylinders, but without the sporty pretentions of the Street Triple

Oh my god, watching an old video… how much better the cinematography has gotten in the last 2 years!

Good video. I'm looking to buy my first motorcycle and was strongly considering the Honda CB650R. You guys helped steer me closer to that choice.

Are you a beginner? Listen to yammie noob's advice, it is spot on. Great vid guys.

I had two Triumphs and I was never left on the side of the road. They were very reliable.

once honda changes the cb650r the display gauge on it, it'll be on my radar... rn I'm still drooling on the street triple

Great video guys

“DRZ is a Rescue Animal”... I laughed out loud. Thanks for that.

I love my 765R. My "beginner" bike was a BMW 650CS (40HP single). Not really impressed with the reasons why the 765 is not a good first bike, as price of a few 10%'s is not really not relevant.. I would avoid the 765R for a "beginner" because the riding stance is high and forward, the foot controls are high/close-in, and most people won't be able to flat-foot it. It doesn't settle down/backward naturally when braking and is very easy to get going .. fast, very fast. The 765 loves to hold the stance/line and this requires planning, because holding (or starting) a bad line is still holding (or starting) a bad line. A more flick-able bike can be much more forgiving in situations of riding outside one's bounds. The slower accelerating and more agile BMW let me escape unharmed from a few "learning" situations which would likely have ended very poorly on the 765. The street triple is simply a sports bike in different clothing. That said, the ABS is buttery smooth; and yes, I'm thankfully for it every time it activates and keeps a wheel from locking up as there are wet leaves all over. Wheelies? Not by accident. The TC will keep the front tire down .. to a few inches .. unless disabled. (IMOHO, all bikes - and especially those sold to beginners - should have ABS.) The usable power range is absolutely amazing on the triple and the gearing is ridiculous: 1st gear will go up to ~70mph and 2nd gear will take the 765 for a smooth ride around town without any shifting. Use 3rd if you want; or don't. 5th and 6th gears feel a bit too close. Manual quick-shifting fills in the gaps, although an electronic QS doesn't come standard on the R (which is better all-around tuning than the S or RS). Proper luggage/rack options for the 765 are, unfortunately, abysmal which reduce it's ability for proper touring; nor would I recommend two-up for extended rides as the positions are very cozy due to high-set pegs and controls.

Just picked up a 2022 ST765R after five years of riding older Honda muscle bikes and a Sportster, definitely am glad I didn’t buy the ST first or I would’ve likely out road my personal ability, it’s a lot of bike for a beginner to actually be able to use all of it

The Triumph street triple is one hell of a fun bike... heap's of raw power, handling is unreal and it's braking is awesome .... in my opinion it's probably the bike to own when you are stepping up to the big boys.....

I've got a Striple S, is a Euro A2 variant but been derestricted to 94 BHP. Can't say I notice buzzy handle bars. I do like the Honda CB650R, I'd like one of those too , to keep my Striple company in my bike shed !

I’ll get the cb id if I can ever find one used but the triumph will more then likely. Be my next bike. Both are amazing an unique

I feel, that feeling of lightness on 765R was due to the agressive tire profile on that, while CB uses little flatter profile at rear. Weight difference is also there but I feel the tires makes the difference for sure. Edit: You later mentioned it too.

I didn't have to be in neutral to start either my Street Triple or Speed Triple bikes. Unless, of course, the kickstand was down.

Anything European feels special and exclusive. They usually have the most recent tech and higher horsepower figures vs competition. That new tech filters down to their other bikes and later to other noneuropean manufacturers. Since they take more risks sometimes reliably may be effected. But they are worth it to me as everyone has a Honda

I have had a lot of motorcycles over many years. My two motorcycles prior to my STR675R was a Suzuki SV650S and before that a SV650. The Honda is a great bike certainly and I also owned (concurrently) a Yamaha MT07. The STR675R is on a different level from any of those. It is a slightly tamed down and naked race bike, it has an exotic feel and look and the performance measures up to the looks. And mine at least has been a very reliable motorcycle. Just put new Rosso IIIs on it. The triple engine has a sound and feel that is unique and it pulls down low like a cruiser and on top screams like a racer!

I like Honda bikes because I know I could get something cheaper but the peace of mind of reliability and low maintenance is worth the extra scratch in my experience . Yamaha is pretty much the same so far as reliability as many of my friends tell me.

The power of that 650 Honda matches what my 81 900F Super Sport did. Hard to believe.

I will miss these road conversation. I hope you'll back.

Wow! Fan here from the Philippines

Try to make a video on the new Kawasaki z900 Thinking of getting one A video on it from you would be amazing!

You’ll find the Triumph buzz calms down a little after the initial oil change....less buzz every oil change after, until extensive break in.

Nice review - I do like to hear the banter on these kind of vids. I’m a bit of a Honda girl, but have thought about the street triple on a more than a few occasions. Now, however I would go for a z900 for a naked, for roughly the same money it’s a no brainier. Currently I have a 2009 VFR800 and a 2019 CB500x, and I have had two hornets in the past and I do wonder how the hornet would fair against the newer cb. BTW my VFR800 is listed as a tad under 110bhp.

Looks like a road near Lake Travis? Awesome riding for sure....now if it would only warm up here in Wisconsin!

Great test guys ! Where are you doing this rides? Nice views:) Peace from Poland!!!

Interesting review thank you. I'm not sure what Triumphs the big lads mates have, but they're pretty reliable these days so I'd have no worries buying one. As for transmission issues, rarely hear of those on properly maintained bikes. Had a Sprint ST1050 for 5 years with no problems apart from a new battery.

Wow let's compare a $20 knife to a surgical scalpel and see which is sharper.

I just got signed up to get my A license and I really want to get the CB650R because I like how it looks and I hope I get to grips with the controls and the whole package. My dad owns a 125cc that he bought from Spain and I pretty much learned to ride on that but it's a 1 cylinder engine that barely gets to 60mph so I want something that can do 70-75 relaxed and I can grow into. Plus i want to let him ride it some time and see a bright smile on his face

Really cool video guys, think you've sold be on the Honda vs the triumph 660 which I love(I'm in my 40s and been getting back into bikes over the past year, want power more than speed),but after watching a few of your videos, the Honda takes the cake as I need to get my wife on the back seat. I can also get a used Honda for way cheaper then the triumph. Enjoy your videos and your conclusion on this video regarding the street triple, I think it's too much bike for me at the moment. Also, don't fancy the front end, looks a bit too much like a transformer.

20 street triple rs first bike and love it, definitely agree though does egg you on and takes a lot of restraint not to get too excited but liked the idea of having something to grow into skill wise

I passed my UK test, went from an A1 125 class bike on to a Triumph Speed Twin , and I SURVIVED ! Now I also have a Street Triple , I've SURVIVED on that too. Yes, I'm probably not that good a rider, but I've SURVIVED ! (well so far ;) )

My 2nd Gen 675R has never had an oil leak. I've never heard there's an oil leak problem with the Street 675's. Never. LOL! the bikes were neck and neck for maybe 3 seconds out of power band where they produce similar power. Come on guys... I've raced CB650's (with after market exhaust) and the Street drops them like it's not even a race, and that's on the 675 (stock exhaust) let alone the 765. My first bike was a CB650F. The Triumph is better in every way; it just is.

you should bring back this old intro, I really like it !

i had a street triple moment not too long ago. i yelled “TRY-UHMFFFF”

When I was on the market for a bike sitting on ST RS and Honda...that was it. You don't even need a test ride. The ST RS is soooooo goood!

Might be picking up a 2018 765rs in the next few days!!!

Honda for me. Reliable. Economical. It works.

First from Jamaica. Big up from Jamaica Yammie Noob.

Damn this video rocks!

I Really debated between these two bikes for a while but ended up getting a 2016 675 r (hopefully no oil leaks like you mentioned) but its a great bike and so much cheaper then both of these options. I also think the 675 R is more comparable to the Honda But of curse they only make the 765 now.

What equipement do you use to record the video audio while communicating in the bikes? One intercom with same mic or different mics?

Yammi ya sneaky little snausage . Is this the Lam's /A2 approved 660 or is it the full power. Same for the Honda ? Just purchased the 660 and waiting for delivery on Saturday. Your bike reviews and vids have helped so much. Best bike page on the web !!! love from New Zealand 🤙🏽

My 2 bike garage would be a Gray 2024 Honda CB650r E-Clutch(for a daily rider) and a 2023 Yellow Triumph Street Triple RS (for weekend rides). That’s a garage I could walk out to and just stare at for hours! 😊

Good comparison. Don’t think Noob has ever had a bike long enough to wear out the tires? ⛰🏍😬

I'm 52 now and had many bikes in my time! I started my first bike journey on a 750 GSXR Slingshot, then various bikes from Fireblades, Ninjas and the one that nearly killed me was an SV1000! Left the bikes alone for a while but the bug is still there! So I decided to get Vespa's, old two stroke and the new GTS300! Mrs got a GTS125 and we spend sunny days out riding all day! But my son has now got into it and bought himself a CB650R! So I have promised to take him a road trip through the Alps in Europe! So I am looking for a steed for the trip, I am looking at the Triumph range as I have never owned one! Love the T120 and the Tiger Sport 660 for different reasons!

Y.E. Noob: I need some oil for my distinguished English lady Dealer: Should I pour it in the engine or just straight on the ground?

I like them both. But one thing they didn't mention (nor did the need to) is seat height and comfort. I can't fit on a triple because I'm so short.

Where are you guys riding in this vid? Those roads have a lot of beautiful countryside to be riding through. The weather was awesome as well.

200,000ks on 4 Triumphs. Never had an issue. Never ever heard of Triumphs having a gearbox or any other significant issue and Triumphs are very popular here in Australia.

Test drove the street triple RS last weekend as a noob and found it so damn easy to drive. Restricted myself to rain and road mode though. But did not hesitate crack it open a bit when I could. Still felt the bike had so much more on reserve, but that is OK. Main thing is that I drove the bike and not the opposite. Last bike i drove before that was Honda CBR 650R. Also super easy to drive. But like the Streety so much more. So much that I plan on buying one as first own bike. Will not go for RS though. The R will be plenty for me for the coming years. It does come with quick shifter now which is a must have imho. More like long term bike to grow into. The extras of the RS make only sense on a racetrack and only then when you are a good rider. The 2k price premium of RS over R does not make sense for me as I will never be able to appreciate the extra options. Guess if you don’t have to drive it like a lunatic, but instead use some common sense from the get go on eiher of these bikes you are all good. Please note I am from Europe where we have to take proper lessons at a driving school and pass the driver’s test before ever being allowed to drive a motorbike on public roads. Due to age I did full license straight away. I took lessons on a Suzuki SV650. No previous experience on motorbikes whatsoever..

His throttle conrtol is really good