Triumph Speed Triple & Street Triple RS | Which RS Is Best?
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2020
- I get loads of question asking which is better the Speed Triple or Street Triple RS. I thought it was about time I borrowed both for some back to back testing to find out!
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Would be nice if you called them by name instead of “this one and that one” for those who aren’t familiar
😆😆😆
Yeah, I spent most of the time trying to work out which one was which, and still none the wiser lol
A year later and this was pretty much my comment after pausing a third of the way though.
Just before four minutes they indicate that the bike on the left side of the screen was the Street & the Speed is on the right.
@@mattgoodmangoodmanlawnmowi2454 …and unless you are familiar with the slight differences from the rider’s view that is no help to anyone. I have a Speed3 and my other half would like a Street3 but even I was struggling to tell her which ‘this’ was and ‘that’ was.
I own a 2014 Street Triple 675R, I just love it. Its light (compered to many) Sounds great when opened up. I had the bikes suspension set up by a pro, (For my weight) run the back ...Pirelli Diablo Corsa... tyre at a slightly lower pressure. The bike handles beautifully on twisty roads.... Fortunately, here in Spain the roads are better maintained, rough and potholes surfaces are not a problem. I believe the striple series of Triumph are just great.....Interesting to see how these bikes have progressed in the last few years though..I'm 73 so I suspect my hooligan days are numbered but to finish my biking, from 1963 to present riding the triumph is a real pleasure..
I have the 2020 street RS and I literally can't stop riding it. Its an amazing bit of kit. Rough ride on rough roads but other than that no complaints at all. I LOVE IT!
Alan Edwards ditto.
Still think the Street Triple RS was the right choice for me, loved the comparison though.
My favorite activity is riding my Speed Triple on a Saturday morning, searching for Harley Riders on the road and ruining their day, so much fun.
Yeah but that doesn't take much. Go for better game. You know...the guys on 10 year old R1s!!!🤣🤣🤣 my speedy will just torch them lol
@@jace2wheel762 Yeah. I'm not sure HD riders really care. R1 riders probably will :-D
my fav activity is chasing sportsbikes on my 50bhp Moto Guzzi V7, it is a lot of work, but such a giggle! :D
Selling my Harley to buy a street or speed triple, not sure if the triple is quick than my street Bob straight line. 115hp and 110 tq stage 2 w cam. Not a Harley guy at all buy something about it feels like a raw muscle car. Miss my street twin though!
Morning Chops,
Street for me mate.
Had mine for the last couple of years, it’s a joy.
Ah, The eternal question.
I think the Speed doesn't egg you on as much as the Street to go nuts. When I get off my Street after a ride I always feel like it's disappointed in me because we could have gone faster. I don't think the Speed is as judgemental. 😆
But no-one will ever have the answer to this question.
Great video.👍
@mirlin235 I had an R model 2010 but changed it for a Daytona, Great bike but very uncomfortable. Then some silly old bloke knocked me off it and wrote it off. He nearly wrote me off as well. Two Broken vertebrae in my neck and a broken ankle. I've recovered ok though. Got a Z1000sx now, lovely bike.
@mirlin235 Sorry, I meant the Daytona was very uncomfortable. The Street Triple as you have said is very comfortable. Probably the most enjoyable bike I've ever owned, and I've had a lot. Indeed I am considering a new version RS but the new Ducati Monster is also interesting me. But deep down I am a Triumph fan.
@mirlin235 yes I think you're right about the Ducati but that engine is a belter, I've ridden a supersport and multistrada with it in and thought it was great. I haven't tried the 765 engine,though I'm sure it's great.
I'm really thinking I want a naked bike again, the SX is excellent but it's so good and faultless it's quite boring/soul less if you know what I mean. Where do you live? Just wondering.
@mirlin235 well I'm not close at all. I live in West Yorkshire, England but I imagine the climate is similar. Ducati maintenance is expensive here too. Triumph have got more expensive here recently due to their popularity and premium image but not as expensive as the Italian exotica. It's a small world isn't it.😀
@mirlin235 drop me an email and I will send you some pictures of a Bonneville T100 I've been modifying.
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Had the Street 765R for a year now, great bike, goes like stink and when it's ridden sensible 60mpg you don't need any more for the road or track unless you are a top notch knee down merchant. Great vid chops thanks.
I loved the comparison and duel reviews. Awesome job!
Cracking review of 2 beautys Chopsy.. Greg's a good bloke isn't he.. an excellent side kick for your channel.. a Robin to your Batman so to speak! 😅Very informative to watch and to get those instant impressions from each rider. Nice one buddy as always
Stay safe matey. Stew 👍👍👍
Thanks Stew 👍
Nice Format on the video, very professionally done.
Brilliant review.
Having Greg in the video doing a dual vlog , works so well 👏🏻
I went for the speed over the street for the pure extra grunt. Plus I like manning the bike into corners. The street felt like sitting on a fly, which my is no bad thing. Both great bikes but the speed scared me a bit, which I liked 👍🏻
I really like the sit down review format👍
Love my street rs, amazing bike. So flick able in the twisties and still enough grunt for the road
Brian Woodburn rode them both...twice. My pick was the Street RS. Lovely bit of kit that streetie.
Great comparison video guys!
I’ve had the Street and bought the speed last year, and the instant torque of the speed is addictive and it so much more stable. I would say a more grown up hooligan bike 😂 great side by side real world comparison 👍
Thanks Gary
Maybe u should have a go on the 1290 superduke...I'd say that's the best hooligan bike, just huge amounts of torque everywhere....love mine 👍
Gren Phelps your probably right but I suffer from little leg syndrome so I would probably need stabilisers 😂😂
Interesting Gary. I had a 2013 Speed, traded it last year for a 2018 Street
RS. Great bike but I miss the torque of the Speed. Much more comfortable bike too, at least for me.
Ryan Holt
You should try the 2020 Speed triple I think you may want to go back with the extra BHP. They are both lovely bikes but like I said the Speed is more stable and you don’t feel your wringing it’s neck all the time.
Another great review but twice as much fun thanks Chops
Bravo and good on you both for a great and useful review!
Great format Chopsy....and Gregory. These comparisons with the two of you are great 👊🏻👊🏻
Thanks James 👍
I love your reviews, Greg and you are such a good team ! Always being able to be factual but also emotional and funny, not forgetting the nice shootings. And last but not least, you're so british and that's a big plus ;) Greetings form Luxembourg, Tom
I love me a Triumph Triple - can't wait to see what the new Speedie brings to the party 'cos I'm too a bit on the fence these days about which I prefer (in the past the Street won easily but the Speed has been vastly improved over the last iteration).....great vid chaps!
Thanks Andy 👍👍
You didn’t seem to love the speed triple R (white one) you tested Andy. I was so surprised. It’s strangled with those lumpy stock cans on it, but the S in red, with a set of carbon SC cans with removable baffles in sounds incredible. can’t fault the fully adjustable stock suspension either. What a bike. Decent top end and great torque delivery. best of both worlds.
So.... @TheMissendenFlyer @Lambchoprides - I am on the look out for moving up from (my 2nd...) Street Triple RS 765 (the first one) to a Speed Triple RS. The Speed, is the engine more of a 'lump' bit capacity, or does it like to rev out? Not thinking it's as revy as the Street Mind. But a sense of urgency - The last big capacity bike I owned a K1200s BMW was just 'an engine' - fast, but uninvolving
My partner has a Street R which she loves, my son has the Street RS but is disappointed in it, possibly due to the fact that the addictive induction raw keeps getting him into trouble 🤦♂️. I rode the Speed RS a couple of years ago and it blew me away, absolutely loved it. I tested a lot of bikes that year and without hesitation I wanted one....so what did I do? 🤔 I bought a Tiger 1200 XRT as we were looking for a bike for the two of us for a European tour. The bike was amazing but my lady said that she would rather be riding her own bike now so maybe a Speed is back on the table for this year 🤞
@@minicopilot1he says that he should have brought a different bike as his previous bike was a sports naked, also he tends to ride it too fast as the induction sounds addictive. I've riden his bike and I thought it was great. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
After seeing your great review and going for a test ride I pick my speed triple 1050rs 2019 up today keep doing what your doing thanks regards jason
Great video gents! More of this please
Awesome comparison chops.
I was thinking of getting the Speed Triple you've answered all my questions on the video 👍
Great watching! Speed for me ! Great to have Greg on the channel, works well it’ll be good to see you both do more vids together
Thanks Dave more to come 👍
Got my brand new 2020 Street RS for £9400. Absolutely love it. The fact that you’re comparing it with a £13,500 bike shows just how good it is.
Street Triple for me. Both cracking bikes and I loved your review.
Wonderful editing there chopsie
Who shrank Greg’s jacket?!?! 🤣
Great video guys! 👍🏻
🔥🔥Great video - The 2021 Speed Triple appears to have a major update coming🔥🔥
Whats that ?
Nice vid 👌 I tested both, preferred the torque and sound of the Speed... then bought a SuperDuke GT 😁
Really nice vid & review. You guys make a good team. I always enjoy this type of chat review set up & Gregorio lol isn't afraid to give an opinion which is good. Personally as I don't do big miles, I would go for the street out of the two as it's smaller, lighter, cheaper & I can use more of it more of the time.
Thanks RR, so pleased people like the format so more to come 👍
Great video concept
Great video Chops, considering the Street for my next bike so good to hear both your thoughts!
You really should test ride the Speed and the Street. They're both very good.
Got my Street Triple S A2 2020 two months ago (and man am i in love), already dreaming of one of these two when i upgrade my license in two years and ridden the s with 95ps for some more time :D
Interesting video...I’ve always had a soft spot for the Speed.
Great vid! 👍
Love my GSXR but now I want a Street Triple damn you! 😁
I had a 2011 Speed Triple for 3 years, and have now got the 2020 Street Triple RS. Best decision I ever made chopping the Speed for the Street.
I own a 2011 speed triple...I'm curious as to why switching was so good? I've never ridin a street
@@willbuesseler8739 the street is just so much more enjoyable to ride for me. So light and easy to ride fast! Also faster than the speed was!
@@sjaisie how is it faster? It doesn't have nearly as much power as the speed? Or are you saying for you it was easier to ride fast compared to the speed triple?
@@willbuesseler8739 the street 765 RS has more HP/kg than the 2011 Speed.
Speed 0.62hp per kg
Street 0.63hp per kg
The speed has much more torque but the weight makes it slower in the corners, at least for me anyway!
If you want to go fast in a straight line stay with speed. If you want to be faster and smoother in the corners get a street.
Hello Chopsy - I bought a Speed RS last year and luv it! At 6'2'' & 103 Kg I find the Ohlins suspension settings are bob on for the road. The 1050 triple is sooo addictive with the air intake howl and the way it just picks up it skirt and romps into the distance whether 4th 5th or 6th..luv it!! just wish the keyless included the petrol cap.
Great review, I have a street rs and previously had the speed r, which looks better more muscular but for everyday use the lighter street wins for me but both awesome, Cheers Chopsy
Love this format chops, think Greg was a superb co host too - you bounced off each other well
Thanks, yes I really like it and planning more 👍
I rode both back to back last summer, and concluded that if the bike were ladies, the Street’s the one you’d take home to meet your Mum, but the Speedy is the one you’d never dare take home but just had to keep seeing. Totally addicted to that torque. I have a Street Triple 675R currently, but I’m seriously having to choose between the Super Duke R and the Speedy RS.
Which one did you choose?
@@cookies7531 I bought the 2020 Speed RS. It is a bit of beast, but I love the additional road presence, looks and power. What a ride! Every time I get off at the end of a trip!
What a great way to finish a Perth Sunday here, top comparison Gents. I spent some time weighing the pros and cons of both models and finally decided on the Speed. Key reasons, cruise control (great for longer rides), imu, far better display and the higher spec ohlins. You get use to keyless start too. Throw a low boy on her and you lose 7 kilos of upsprung weight too while the ohlins make it easy to adjust!! Roll on the 1160 :)
It’s the first bike I’ve had with cruise control. Never ticked my box before. But after using CC for over a year now, I love it. After a long ride, it’s so easy now to alleviate any aches in the right hand (shhh) without losing speed. Plus the other obvious use.
@@thenakedtriple1077 or just give it some whelly and pull the clutch like i do xD
Top top review. Just what I was waiting for!
Speedy for me 😍
me too.
I’d definitely pick the speed. Another great review and a good watch.
Excellent , my misses is starting to lose interest in riding pillion im keen as mustard to look at the coming speed triple 1160
Why do British people sound so lame lmao
@@DB-sd3cw i thought it sounds amazing
I’m looking to get one of these two,as a play thing.
I think I’m leaning towards the speed triple after your reviews.Many thanks .
Best video so far Chopsie. As I always say I'll always keep my Speedie RS. My best purchase and love it to bits. It's got a tough presence about it and a sound to die for. Go Team Greg. Cheers from Melbourne.
Thanks Craig appreciated 👍
I agree with comments about TFT screens, call me simple, but why don’t triumph allow a download update so street owners can have the better speed screen layouts?
The street had that layout before the speed even had the TFT screen. The street is on the second iteration and that speed is on the original. Why they changed it? No idea but they have changed it again on the new Speed so they are probably going to change it on the street soon because everyone seems to be complaining about the change.
Cracking comparison video yet again chops, this series is great, very informative and interesting having two opinions, how about KTM superduke R / superduke GT. 👍
Great review boys, keep them coming.
I was watching your review really getting into it, then started to smell oil and fuel - thought wow!! Amazing watching the video of you two on bikes is reminding me of what the bike smells like!
Then I realised I had my bike in the front room sight next to me haha...
Nice ride through Poynings 👍
Ah so pleased to see your video as always. 😀 the combination of the two of you reviewing the bikes, works really well. We very much enjoyed it. My wife was trying to work out why you mentioned Cornwall. I had to explain it not Cornwall. Torque not Torquay! 😀👍
Torquay is Devon 😀
Haha thanks matey appreciated 👍👍
I need to do more research before joking next time. 🙃
After your brilliant reviews on these two bikes.
Ian now the proud owner of a 2017 speed triple R.Bloody hell Chopsy😮
WHAT A BIKE ❤❤❤❤
I just bought a 2020 Speed 1050RS after owning a 2015 Street 675R for a few years. I thought the 675R was nimble and easy to throw around... until I rode the 1050RS.
On paper it is 17kg heavier, on the road however it is completely different. It holds the corners better, absorbs the bumps better, smoother acceleration obviously without having to be at WOT to get it to move.
It's honestly the bike I should have bought when I got the 675R, but I am glad I have finally gotten myself onto one now.
It is an absolute dream to ride, and the de-baffled SC Projects muffler with mid pipe just sounds incredible (ear plugs needed for longer trips though!).
Keen to get it tuned, as these engines respond very nicely to some extra timing!
Over many years of Triumph ownership I had several Speeds & Streets as loaners while my Tiger was being serviced. When I wanted a 2nd bike I got a Street without hesitation = lighter, nimbler, more engaging, and more fun. Speed might have advantages but only in rare circumstances. Street is the real world winner.
13.05 sounds like a perfect day out
Been waiting for this one, thanks for another awesome video. Loving the new style of intros and graphics btw.
Did you give the speed the beans and what was the verdict? The traction control on it is quite agressive in twisty road mode it doesn't let the front up.
Thanks Oslo appreciated 👍
You mentioned deals to be had on the speed RS at Triumph dealers now. I was looking around at one one of these as my next bike. I spoke to my local dealers who offered me their ex demo with 500 miles on it for £10,500 😳😳 I hadn't tested the Tuono or Ducati Monster 1200s yet so I turned it down. Put my money on a new 1200s Monster in the end. Waiting for the Sept 1st new reg to pick it up. Keep up the good work, enjoy your videos mr LCR 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Got speed and had street for a courtesy bike just yesterday and riding back to back. Street sounds better and is lighter but the speed like a grown up bike. Street suspension softer and I like that. My speed suspension too stiff for my 13st but good 2 up. Definitely speed for me all told and no regrets
I've owned the street triple rs and it was one of the best bikes I've owned.
I found it to be involving, fast, good handling and comfortable.
The only criticism I made was it was way to firm for the UK roads (even with the shock adjusted)
I now own the speed triple rs.
I find the ride quality to be far better, it just feels so much more complete package.
I love the attention to detail, the carbon parts, the arrow cans and the ohlins set up is utterly brilliant.
August 2020 prices :
Speed triple rs £13600
Free quickshifter (£300 option)
£1000 deposit contribution
£500 clothing voucher
1 years rac cover
1 years road tax
So in comparison to the £10500 Street, it's not so much of a big step financially for the top of the range.
Either bike is truly amazing whichever you decide!
Great review.
I just bought the 2022 Street RS, and I love it.
I didn't consider the Speed because I'll always go for light weight over power when it comes to "sporty" bikes.
Glad to see some one else shares my hate for the dash on the Street, it's the only thing I don't like about the bike.
I have actually written to Triumph, asking someone to find the graphic designer responsible, then give them a big slap.
Awesome video, you work well together and have a great dynamic. Let's have some more of you guys together.
Thanks Tuna 👍
Excellent video. Having never ridden either, I was surprised that the Street might be more up my, er, street. Well done.
Yes its certainly a great bike
Love my 2018 Speed RS ... went to Assen BSB on it last year ... cruise control, heated grips and auto blipper are fantastic and a triple engine litre bike makes cruising and lazy riding a breeze !!! Took the underseat exhausts off and fitted single low sided which I think improves the looks .... great review as ever 👍🏻
Oddjob6120 hi mate ... yeah I took off pillion footpegs and dual exhausts as didn’t want the aggro drilling out baffles etc ... I fitted an SP Engineering carbon which, sounds great and so far has kept its looks .... looked at the Austin & Sc Project which both also looked good but both louder than mine .... Totally agree about colours ! I thought the 2018 debate of gloss white v matt black/red (which I have) was fierce but that flouro 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
Destination Triumph, Washington pointed me over here. Having been on both, defo felt like the speed was a more “mature” choice, the street felt harder to relax on and a lot more “racey”. The speed felt like it was being what it I wanted it to be. Excellent review btw!
Yes agree with you, nice that DT sent you over here 👍
Good comparison video Lamb Chop. Two great bikes.
Thanks Lyn 👍
I had the 765 RS and recently upgraded to the speedy and a couple of items not mentioned so far is that the speedy certainly runs hotter and the fueling is not as good at low RPMs. I could also ride the 765 on instinct and the speedy requires more attention. a much more serious ride. That said, I love the extra torque on the speedy (especially with a passenger) and am happy with the switch.
Interesting video, my wife has a 2018 765R ‘low’ and I find it too revvy but I wonder if with the new Speed will have a low option? Great stuff chops!
Also have toured Belgium and France on the Street. So it is a brilliant alrounder.
The street rs is a little but of a legend in its own right.when it launched back in 2016-18 no one has seen such a incredible middleweight naked machine with class topping software,hardware and performance
I have an RS street triple and the weight at rest, specifically at a traffic light, I love it. I turn up at a light and look around, no plans, and leave, as much as I was on a mountain bike. I had a tiger 1200 when I felt I needed a 15 point check approaching a set of lights to make sure I didn’t drop it or kill anyone, my street triple (relatively) feels like I can point it anywhere and still recover any misdemeanour
Great way to do a review.Two bikes and two riders.
Thanks Ant 👍
Hi John that was a great video Sir , put together really well & great audio, i'm with you guy's on the street triple, rode the 2020 street rs & found it to be soft & flexible, haven't tried the speed yet? would like to give it a go as it might be the ideal road bike as a bit of an all rounder easier going, head lights from street & tail tidy mmm, ATB Wayne ...........
Thanks very much Wayne appreciated buddy 👍
I am running a 2020 Street Triple RS and agree there is a delay in the power it is strange and I wonder if it is the restrictive exhaust and the emissions. Just had a full exhaust fitted and am awaiting to have a power commander installed and tuned to see if it removes that 'lag'
I have had a few too many bikes to list, most on a 3yr terms yet the only bike ever bought was my 675 09 Street R and still love it, its just a do it all brilliant bike with true build quality and 12 years on its still a total joy to run round the streets of london on. My BMW S1kRR was nice and i almost bought it after the 3 yrs were up but I always worry when parking when the police are around or if i stacked it. None of which i have with my trusty STR.
I have the 2020 street triple 765rs and love it, only thing I'm not happy with is the engine has cut out a few times and nearly been rear ended. Going back to dealership again.
Thanks guys a great review. As a first litre bike coming up from a smaller bike, the Speed is a great option. Easy to ride, smooth, enough naughty but also a gentleman. I have enjoyed owning the 2016 Speed R and highly recommend it. I think I'm now ready to move to something like a KTM SDR next, 2020 model. In comparison I found the Street Triple like an excitable teenager, energy, agile and it made me want to throw it around a lot but I got over wanting to ring its neck and ultimately I was happy to get back to the lovely planted feel of the Speed. Both great bikes for different reasons.
Thanks Doug 👍
Btw the screen on the speed is the same on the older street triple rs. It was changed for the 2020 model street for some reason. I have the same dash as the speed on my 2017 Street RS
This is literally what I was just pondering.
Would you say the speed triple still feels docile?
Funnily enough I saw the same colourways and same two bikes pop into the bike Shed last night!
Curious about the ongoing comments about suspension and stiffness? Given they both have adjustments - is this an observation that could be adjusted on the Speed (dialing back compression and rebound) or is it just the difference in Spec of the Ohlins on the Speed vs. Street?
I'll be upgrading bikes in the near future, and am interested to know is this a Spec difference, or just set up difference?
Great video, very much appreciate the side by side comparison as its not widely done. Thanks!
Happy with my recent purchase of a Brand New Speed Triple 1050 RS for £11.5k which included autobliper and heated grips. Turn off the traction control and it will wheelie on demand. Only downside is useless rear hugger which doesn't stop road grime covering the rear seat when out on a wet ride.
Amazing price!!!
Speed Triple. Hands down. It's a monster.
Great vid lads.
I am tossing up between 3
Zx6r
Street
Speed
I do alot of mileage on my rides so at the moment i think the speed is a nose in front.
Would a dyno run be wasting money on the speed do you think?
Many pro bike testers actually prefer the Street R to the stiffer and peakier Street RS. The suspension is better suited to the roads and it has a bit more low and mid range grunt. The 2020 version is even cheaper than last years and has a proper analogue rev counter [hooray]. Would be interesting to get your thoughts on a direct comparison between the 2 [or 3] Street Triples. Great vid Chops [as always], take care mate and ride safe.
Great vid but if I may make a suggestion - you both refer to the bikes as "this" & "that" and it's hard to determine what bike you are referring to. If you use thier names it sould be easier to keep track of that bike you are commenting on.
Still a great comparison 👍
I own the street triple rs 2020 and i can see the dash and find it at least usable. Id definitely prefer the dash from the 2018. Theres an option so you can have the tachometer at the top of the screen to see in clear numbers what revs you are doing
had speeds for years, love them, Street RS at the moment fantastic bike, no reason to change but if the new speedy is a bigger street with more power, whats not to love ?
I'm considering getting a 1050RS, but I'm wondering if a Street is enough for me. My Guzzi Griso is a great bike but on group rides the 1540mm wheelbase makes it a bit of a maul. So I plan to keep that as a cruiser and get a more sporty second which still has some luggage capacity. This video has really helped me, I think I need the larger midrange of the Speed. The Street has less torque than the Guzzi.
Love the wing mirror placement when you're sat down ..🤦♂️
Great format, especially flashing back and forth between rides and discussion. I never thought about the Speed either and one test ride got me hooked and after a 2nd test ride I bought a new 2020 in the black and green. People seem to like it as I get a ton of wow comments and double take looks. I think there is Nothing else that looks like it on the roads! BTW..What modes where you riding the bikes in?
We were riding in custom with traction off and throttle response in sport 👍
Finallyyyyyyy!!! 😎👍🏍
Must say I’m thrilled with my Street RS... even the misses bought one the other day 😁🤙
Did you put fuel in the Street,Chops? Because all specs (and you) say it has a tank of 17 litres but I can’t put more than 14,5 litres in the tank?
Btw did you already see the pics of the upcoming Speed RS? It looks amazing to be honest, might wanna trade in next year 😏 my local dealer says it will have 180bhp 😬
I had the 2018 Street triple R (with added quickshifter) but after watching and reading a lot of reviews on the 2020 RS I decided that I might buy it if my test ride was favourable, so after an afternoon spent riding around the north west of N.Ireland (were the N.W. 200 is run annually) and down to Enniskillen, I found that Triumph had genuinely beefed up the RSs mid-range and improved the ride quality to where it no longer felt like a stripped down supersport bike, I was on the verge of trading in my R when the dealer asked if I'd like to ride the 2020 R , I hadn't seen any tests on the new R and the only thing I knew was the new bike had the Bi-Directional quickshifter as standard but thought I'll give it a try, Phew! I'm so glad I did , Triumph have made just as many improvements to the R as they've made to the RS, apart from the quickshifter they've changed 1st and 2nd gear so that acceleration is improved, the body work changes replicate those of the RS, IMO the R is still the better every day bike right down to its Pirelli diablo corsa II tyres, which suit all conditions. you'll have no doubt guessed I didn't after all go for the RS, I opted for the R and I'm very pleased with my choice ,the only negative being the lack of TFT screen which has been replaced by the old 675 street triple dash, though the bi directional quickshifter more than compensates for this.
Went for Street triple R myself. New rider….
I would not see the lack of the TFT as downside. As it is not nearly as crisp as a BMW for example. And it shows too much information and is not as intuitive. I got the R and really love the LCD/analog dash combo. Get the info I need in an instant.
And get real, most of the RS specs over the R are more suited to seasoned race track riders. And I am to old for that. But not too old to get a total blast riding the R. The R offers plenty. Also, the tires on the R are more all weather suited.
Power on the RS is not the issue. I did like the RS on the test ride and it was still me riding the bike. The R does not feel lacking in any way. It is just the price difference of the RS vs the R and perceived value for money.
For a few bucks the R can be turned into an RS lookalike. Belly pan, bar end mirrors and upgraded brake reservoirs.
And with some ecu tuning the engine power could be made to match the RS… so I do not see any reason to buy the RS….. unless you are an experienced rider who can put the upgraded suspension and brakes to good use…..
Now after putting 1000 kms on I know this is just the bike for me. Light, easy to ride, great sound and nice to look at. And plenty of potential to discover.
FYI this is the first video I've watched of you guys and it took me a third of the video to figure out who was who and what bike was what and what bike was what when you guys were sitting down.
Another great vid chopsy got to say it although I am bias love my 1050rs mat black looks 👌 goes like a rocket love triumph brand in general but it's not like buying 🇬🇧much any more 1 of main reasons why I loved it shame really thanks for the way you explain it all! I am not exactly mechanical keep up the good work 🎺💎
It would be interesting if you also done the same quotes for NR2/3 or even 5 where I live (actual Norwich lol) , NR11 is countryside/quiet coastal area well out of Norwich. I did notice you like using Norwich/Norfolk for your quotes as you used it before, is there a particular reason for that?