2023 Triumph Street Triple 765 RS | First Ride
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- Thanks to Holeshot motorcycles for letting me test the Street Triple RS out.
My opinion, it’s one of, if not the best middle wait naked sports bikes you can get.
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I traded in my 2020 RS for the new model and still find it hard to believe how much Triumph improved what was already a great bike, the handling is sharper but still planted and the shorter gearing has really pepped up low to mid range acceleration, plus the stylemas have moved the breaking to as good as it gets, a superb bike that's raised the bar for naked middleweights.
Totally agree man
Lmao, the gearing is so tall. The first few gears aren’t usable, you have to short shift because I’m hitting the rev limiter. They nailed it regarding the geometry, but the bike is slow!!!
@@ridepastu1418 You just proved you know sweet FA about the bike, the gearing in 2nd to 6th has been shortened and it's the fastest naked middleweight as shown on the MCN test.
@@yonniboy1you’re a clown quoting MCN. Do you even have this bike? Do you even ride? Don’t go throwing insults when you don’t know jack shite what you’re talking about.
this bike is slow! compared to ???@@ridepastu1418
Genius way to demonstrate the quick shifter with no hands. Mega smooth! Also braver man than me doing U turns on a loaner. I know I wouldn’t drop it but I wouldn’t enjoy it lol.
Been looking for a review that compares it to an mt09 experience
Best kiwi bike channel. Keep up the great content!
Thanks mate
I've owned 3 Street Triple 765's over the last 4 years. 2 of them were the RS and the first one was the R. In-between those three I had the 2016 Tuono Factory (not even comparable to the 765) and also a 2017 Daytona 657r. Currently have a S1000XR but hey point is, I've gone back to the Street Triple 765 again and again because its a fkn amazing bike. Smooth, sounds amazing, has all the tech, yoshi-alpha-t slip on sounds bad ass, and everything!
and your comment around the 765 being the 'up-market' to the MT-09 - 1000000000000000%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%
This is encouraging, because after just two days of ownership, mine has an oil leak. I have the company big-wig involved. Unfortunately, I purchased it from a bottom feeder, who couldn’t give two shits…I was really on the fence with this bike. It was between this and the z900 SE. I currently own, and am not trading gen5 zx10r SE. I love the Japanese reliability and low cost of ownership. I track my zx10, and she’s fast, reliable, and can really drift coming hard out of an apex. I just hope this new Triumph isn’t an albatross.
@@ridepastu1418 ahhhh thats a bummer! Whenever purchasing a bike/car especially if its Euro, always good to give it a thorough check. Sucks that yours had a leak but this would have happened overtime, right? All the best man, gotta love euros and jappas regardless :)
@@straightuppaki only 140 miles on the odometer. I think someone trashed the bike during prep. Either way, they’re going to offer me full reciprocity…It’s been over 100 degrees lately here in the ststes. No issue waiting for a new bike.
@@ridepastu1418 oohh shoooott!! Makes sense. Do try another 765rs sometime and trust me, you'll love it!
Had my 23 RS for a couple of months now, love it, such a good bike
Mine has an oil leak after two days of ownership. Had 10 miles on her before I took delivery. Apparently someone trashed the shit out of her during PDI…I hope Triumph isn’t anything like Aprilia; lack of manufacturing support.
@@ridepastu1418how did that work out for you?
Do you still love it?
@@RynoDineroactually had them exchange for a different bike. Same model, different color. Some will leak, some won’t. But apparently it’s assembly lube, and the break-in process. I’ve purchased several new Japanese bikes, never an issue. In hindsight, I should have bought the Kawasaki Z900 SE. This triumph is SLOW!!! Handles great, but the gearing is shit. 48t rear sprocket!!! WTF! It always seems like I’m looking for another gear, AND I’M IN 6TH!!! Hopefully a chain and sprocket 520 conversion with -2 in the rear will lower rpm’s. Now I have to invest in a piggyback fueler because I installed a full exhaust system. All in all, Triumph will NEVER compete to the japs or even new italian bikes. Tooling on my bike reveled all the low hanging fruit regarding poor craftsmanship. The parts I want to replace; i.e. rearsets, are heavy. Everything on this bike is heavy. It’s not going to be difficult to get this bike under 400lbs wet. The full exhaust and lithium battery alone was good for at least 15 pounds of unsprung weight. That’s the goal, light weight, decent suspension and handling should make this a handling beast, A real mountain carver.
@RynoDinero 100%, can see myself owning for a good few years
Just ordered a red one 😎 Deposit paid & looking forward to picking it up. I haven't seen a bad review yet so I'm pretty excited!
It’s such a great bike mate
Hi, I own the 1290 SAS as well and just ordered the yellow RS on top of it. I had exactly the same impressions on my test ride and could not resist to buy one 👍🏻It is so smoooooth and rides so easy. If you have the chance to own both bikes… do it !!! Cheers
Nice to hear someone say that they like the 765 RS more than the MT-09. I got to test ride a new Street Triple recently and I too, was completely blown away on how silky smooth the engine was. I was gonna get the MT-09 before that but I changed my mind. Everything about the Triumph is better, except the displacement of the engine and the mpg (unfortunately... 😕).
It's not an adventure bike. That's the only reason you need to justify the purchase (plus the fact you love it)!
one of the best reviews i've ever seen. surprised you don't have more subscribers.
Thanks a lot mate. I’m a bit slack with making content lol
Great review, need to add the cruise option. Interesting how smooth that you say it is, it's supposed to be less smooth from what I understand, when compared to the previous engine. Love the color grading on your vids!
Good review - i agree not a huge fan of the yellow myself - which actually seems very popular with most folks. The CRUISE control is an extra you can get on the RS but NOT the R- heated grips are an extra - needs a radiator protector - and a longer hugger and tail tidy and you have one VERY nice bike. I plan on getting one and doing all of the above :) Enjoyed the review - relaxed style.
Awesome bike. I’ve tried to justify getting one but it was never going to happen due to owning a SDR 1290 💪🏼🍻
Considering one of these as an upgrade to my rattling old 2010 Daytona 675. Looks great. Rode an S1000R and Streetfighter V2 but was not blown away with either.
Cheers dude 1st video not dissing the dash. I have had 6 streets from the first 1 to the latest. Only 1 that had hard to read dash was the 2020 model. Best machine on the market. Just got race fit to make exhuast for this euro 5 model, which means you have to replace whole system. Very fair price. £1300 with needed baffle. Will post vid when fitted. Happy and safe riding guys.
I genuinely don’t understand what problem people have with the dash lol it looks great to me. I mean the rev counter is kinda average to read but are you actually watching it? I don’t. It’s all by sound and feel to me
What helmet cam do you have? The sound is really clear. Great video 👍🏻
Loving this bike. It is unbelievably light and easy to handle, powerful and reassuring in the same time. Could it be a one and only bike to own, an all rounder for commuting as well as week end fun?
I love that you shared your height and weight.
about to trade in my duke 790 for this beauty, been having so much issues with KTM its unreal
Thanks for the ride and your thoughts. It seems that Triumph are doing some great things. :>)
Get it! You won't regret it! A triple is the best! Flash it, Full exhaust and Ohlins up front and you'll have the best bike out there. Forget the Ducatis. I would take this bike over a street fighter any day of the week.
The bikes you guys get are just as lean running as EU bikes ?
There's so much gain in a good map even with the stock exhaust, making it richer in it's own solves part of the problem but it definitely creates space for some ignition timing changes. This engine is beast when derestricted. Still have a 2020 myself, both the new and my bike are euro 5 restricted with us, same rules so same issues are probably there to be solved by ecu magicians 👊
I love the triples they are smooth as butter and the speed kick is soo good!
Great review mate
I currently ride a 21 Trident 660
But when it's time for a change it will definitely be a Street Triple RS in yellow
I think the 2023 Triumph Street Triple 765 RS is the perfect bike, I love everything about it except for the lack of Wind protection. I don't know why companies don't seem to realize that people are buying naked bikes because of the ergonomics. not because they want to get hammered by the wind at anything above sixty mph. I test road the Yamaha Mt09 a couple of years ago and the XSR 900 just a couple of months ago, and I like the new XSR better than the MT09. but I like the Triumph more than either of them. and I haven't even tried the 2023 yet. the sound is so sweet. what a beautiful tone it has. I would never even consider changing the pipes. I could listen to that engine purring when I'm lying in bed getting ready to sleep. it's so sweet. but I just bought a bike that I am in love with which is a 2017 DUCATI Supersport that had only 2159 km on it. and the only other bike I would really love to own is this new Triumph. and if I get my own house with a garage I will probably buy one as soon as I see a second hand one come up for sale in like new condition. which might be a year from now. and a third consideration would be either the Z900RS. or maybe the BMW S1000R. and if I had all three I would have a V Twin, a triple and an inline 4. which would make me smile every time I entered my garage.
The S1000R is a fantastic bike but it’s a bit soulless, boring 🥱 BUT it’s because it does everything so perfectly, kinda in a robotic way ( if that makes sense 😂) The Triumph will make you smile and feel alive 🙌🏼☺️.. I’ve had both so that’s my opinion 👍🏾
street triple rs handles like its on rails. its so fucking good in the twisties. I had the 17 version until someone hit me from behind a week ago ...
really the best compromise for commuting and ripping some twisties, for me at least
Love the color of this. :D
Duke 890r or this✊🔥?
My next bike right here!
engine just sounds so damn good
Im on the same boat, I LOVE my 2022 1290 SAR, and now looking at this 24 Street Triple in yellow. Thank you for the feedback
BTW, you nailed your gopro settings, what are you set to gopro to? 4K 25fps, what else? Wide view? Stabilization? Apture?
Thank you man
Nice review, I love this bike, shame there are no Demo's to take out in Sydney. I am tossing up between this and the MT09 SP. lol you did say you prefered the MT09 engine to the street triple rs in your MT09 review, it was at the 11min39 sec mark.
Yeah I did. This engine feels quite a bit better than the older model Street Triple though. I think the MT09 still feels like it has a little more torque but this new one is awesome
I ya had a ride and done a review of the 765r ?
You are lucky you get a test ride in NZ, in shitland (AUS) you only get to ride a bike or drive a car if you buy it. Even the low end crappy bikes are not offered to test ride.
Would love to see you review a s1000r. Also why did you get rid of the Tuono?
I tried the street triple and my only worry was that it might be a bit underpowered (may get boring after a long time?) but it's amazing definitely.
I’ve ridden the 2021 S1000R and I wasn’t a fan, I’m not sure why I think it was just too plain. I think the latest one would be rad. Sold the Tuono cause I couldn’t afford to have all of them haha. And your last point, I mean I think that goes for anything. Even my tuned Tuono I got used to that power after a while.
@@captain_midlife that’s a great point, better to have good character because you’ll likely get used to the power. Yeah new s1000r is nice. Doesn’t have this triple sound though.
Tuono 1100 always too fast, Street triple es Maybe too blend😎duke 890r perfect power ✊🔥🔥
@@captain_midlife debating between this and the sf v2 now. Hard one.
I just sold my Speed triple 1200Rs 180 Bhp and yes 💯 the Street Triple is a great bike , I test rode one but the power nothing special tbh , it doesn’t launch you forward like the 1200 but its handling and the way it rides is incredible especially at low speeds, personally I’d prefer it with 150 bhp 😂
Someone needs to bring a Tour Triple with similar electronics and power to weight ratio if not same. Now that this comes with a cruise control as an option.
Nice. Thanks
I wanted to buy the V2 in green, looks awesome but after riding it I was disappointed for what was offered or lack of offering. Ended up buying the yellow RS, as for the money it was a much better overall bike.
I agree
I wanted a V2 too but 20k is just too much. I ordered street triple rs in yellow for just 13k. With 7k of save I buy accessories, full exhaust, pizza and beer for a lot of time.
I rode it again today. After riding the new street triple and then jumping on the V2 I’m shocked how much more I like the triumph
@@captain_midlife 100%. Ducati has a long way to go to catch up to the ride that the RS offers. The V2 was far too wrist'y, lacked the turning agility of the RS, had no fuel gauge, was hot and I caught my leg on all the wiring for the rear brake. It's just not made very well and seems they really cut some corners for profit, even the gauge cluster under acceleration vibrated wildly where I couldn't even see the dash. $AUD 25k was just too much and on top of that there's the unique Ducati servicing costs, then they asked 9k just for the exhaust. The Triumph maybe down on power but the RS made me think "dam, what a bike" when I got off it making it an easy choice. So... have you purchased yourself a new RS? 😆
This was the same experience for me, except the V2 I tried was red... totally agree about the offering though, the triumph was better in every single category including and especially price.
How does it compare to the Tuono 660 Factory ?
I prefer this honestly. I like the Tuono but this bike feels more premium and definitely faster
Did you sell the Tuono??
Disappointed with new smaller tank , my 2019 r has 17.5 lts and fuel ⛽ light always comes on early . My 22 z900rs does the same. Who likes riding around with fuel light on !! Love my bikes regardless
I have 2019 RS and couldn't agree with you more. Hard to get it to fill up to full for some reason but a minor issue. Still love it as I did on the first day. Zero problem. Never had to add oil.
Just topped off coolant for the first time the other day. Awesome bike!! Now that's coming from someone who rode home KTM 890 Duke R two weeks ago. lol
@@trex8693 did you trade street triple 🤔 how does ktm 890 compare ?
@@paulbarnes6124 765 is a keeper. Only year Triumph made 765 RS in Crystal White. STR feels refined, smooth and always under control. KTM is just wild. Almost feel dangerous.
I only have 200 miles so I am going to wait til after first 600 miles service to really open it up.
@@trex8693you still like it? The triumph
@@RynoDinero Absolutely! Last week I lowsided my STR getting on the freeway. Didn’t see the gravel. My first in 20 plus yr riding.
Got one of these on order, coming in July hopefully! No bike until then which sucks!
Jealous. I want one lol
@@captain_midlife it’s my first bike after getting my full license haha. Had a Ninja 400 then Duke 390, I’m down in Southland.
How are you finding the QS?
I’m considering this to the MT-09 SP . Heart says RS , but mind says SP. I’m for the M50 brakes over SP. I’m skeptical about triumph’s reliability. I’m currently riding a Diavel, so I’m looking for something that I can ride every day & every where.
CRUISE control can be fixed by the factory.
Triumphs are very reliable....
Yeah I agree they are reliable well made bikes
That's what makes a great second bike, it's the contrast between it and your adventure. I'm thinking the same thing - I have a 1250 GS... Keep us posted. Great videos by the way, I'm a new subscriber and I enjoy your content. I like the shot with you on the bike so we can see size ratio (us bigger guys can appreciate). Cheers - Jim
Thanks mate appreciate it. Yeah I thought it added something to the video, I’ll keep doing that
@@captain_midlife Maybe you can do a side by side comparison between the MT09 and this one (Street Triple RS). Would love to hear what you think in a side by side manner.
Selling the R1 to get something more "everyday rideable", keen to give one of these and the V2 streetfighter a go before I completely make up my mind on getting an XSR900.. will be nice to see how my thoughts line up with yours!
You got to give me a ride of that R1 first
@@captain_midlife Well i'll be at Holeshot/Cyclespot on Sat.. if your around let me know and you can
I’m selling my r6 for a 2023 triple RS
Own a 2022 RS and had been on a XSR900 and it doesn’t compare - the RS is more upmarket and it shows in the initial price tag. The XSR900 is cheaper because it is build cheaper - it feels cheaply put together and you have to drop money to upgrade little parts here and there to make it feel right, the RS otoh is like fully done out of factory you don’t really need to do anything to it.
this or the mt09 sp?
For me. It’s this
Glad I come across your review been looking to buy a bike and just ordered the red one and was having second thoughts as I am 6 foot and thought it may be a bit small. Hoping I made the right choice , maybe see you out there👍
Definitely not to small at 6 foot. You’ll love it
Nice review! How tall are you? Do you feel like it's a bit small for a heavier and taller guy? I'm 185 cm and 210 pounds. Looking for an upgrade to my MT-07.
I’m exactly 185 also. It’s great. Definitely feels much bigger than an MT07
is it really an upgrade? i thought both bikes were on the same lvl performance wise?? Currently, I own MT-03 and looking something new for an upgrade but I guess Mt-07 is far behind triple rs.... and I thought they're the same.
@@Voltomess First of all the MT07 has 73 hp, Street Triple RS has 130 hp. Besides the power the Streety got better components overall. Brakes, dampers, electronics. The MT07 for example doesn't have a quick shifter or cornering ABS. These two bikes don't play in the same league. The Yamaha isn't a bad bike though, just try what suits you best.
More RPM (like more happy zone 😊), more braking power (brembo stylema) and better suited to the track day (moto2) 💛💛💛
Great vid. I have the mt09sp and just test rode this rs ….. I’m buying the rs. Night and day it’s a better bike
Yeah agreed. Pretty obviously eh. Pay more get more in this case
Although the MT09 is a classic great bike
Is it the last gen MT09 SP you have? In what way is the Street really better for you?
@@patrickrosello9583 yes the latest sp. The RS is smoother, turns better/faster. The Triumph engine is so good and the clutch and throttle are the best I’ve ever had on a bike. I’m just faster everywhere on it. I live next to brands hatch race circuit and it’s night and day faster round the track. Not knocking the MT-SP at all, it’s a great bike but the Triumph is just better. More top shelf 🤙
How does it feel compared to the 2020 model? Is it a night and day difference?
Yeah the 2020 is a great bike but this does definitely feel like a whole new bike
How would you compare the Triumph Trident to this? Many reviewers say it feels like a budget Triple.
I mean the Trident has way less power, and no where near the suspension spec. I can’t see it. I think it’s a great budget bike for sure. But not on this level
How is the handling compared to the tuono 1100?
I own a 2023 moto 2 edition and a tuono v4 factory were the street triple is lighter the handling is superb so in my opinion no comparison street triple handling better by far
How tall you are ?
6’1
I made the mistake on test riding one. Now my 22 XSR900 is for sale. 😅
What do you like better about the Triple RS? And please don’t say “everything” lol
Looking for experienced thoughts