2019 Triumph Street Triple R | Review

2019 Triumph Street Triple R | Review
Triumph UK kindly loaned me their Street Triple R press bike, and, what a bike! Sadly the weather was against me, but I still wanted to put a little review together and sum up my short but sweet time on this lovely naked sportsbike!
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[@djbgatekeeper]

I bought one of these new last August, only done 800 miles so far so nearly finished running the engine in. The bike is really nice, I had a QS fitted which is a must have for this beast of a bike. I love the fit and finish and the growl when you give it a bit of throttle... Best of all this is British made 👍 🇬🇧 thanks for the upload, all other vloggers overlook this model for the RS but for 99% of riders this bike is far more capable than their skills..... Ride safe 👍

[@Englishbikerdan]

Definitely agree, the R is an amazing road bike.

[@cbparker44]

Do you have a long term opinion on it? I'm thinking about getting a used one as my first bike. Spent my life on dirt bikes, so I feel this would be a fair start.

[@godzillasuzuki2374]

Same as you, I used to not like the bug eyes. It’s grown on me and ohhhh that triple sound

[@ollieclowes1900]

Love the reviews man, some of the highest quality on youtube! Keep up the good work :)

[@Jambome]

Hi Dan, this is a rather nice review given the inclement weather! The fact that you went ahead and shot the vid nonetheless speaks volume about the gem that is this R version street triple.👌 This is triumph at their best. Can't wait for you to give it it's due justice as promised. Effort most appreciated. Keep safe.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks James, yes it was horrid weather. I'll be reviewing the new R soon! Cannot wait! 😎

[@ralphcook3439]

Getting mine this week! Can’t wait 🤘Good to see some R videos over RS too

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

New camera angles are great,Dan 😎👍 Gotta love this bike! 😁 Nice review 💪

[@pete6705]

That’s my bike. Love this thing

[@giovanniricci2869]

Another great video on a ST, very much appreciated it. Besides, the intro theme at 00:20 is really enticing, it reminds me the "Escape of New York" intro from the J. Carpenter movie :D

[@etwac4196]

I’d love a triple, thinking it might be a good upgrade from my bandit

[@cookiebob_]

I'm not a fan of the bug eyes but that cowl makes all the difference. Looks much less buggy.

[@Fabio-kr9in]

I love it!

[@rahulmenon6073]

As well as the induction howl

[@azharh1321]

I like it, looks like black manda from aquaman

[@booshting3520]

Just got the 2021. The quickshifter is wonderful

[@motoknivesandgunsbyjt]

Just put one of these in my garage. It’s 39 degrees in NY and I already put 250 miles on it. Couldn’t wait to put miles on it. But why don’t we get a daytime running light switch like you have? Where you have a switch, mine is just blank??

[@Carlos75_]

Good morning my friend!!! This Triumph is fabulous !!!!! Have a good Sunday

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you my friend. 👍

[@moutros6824]

I'm way too early good review as always man keep it up nice work

[@densil101]

Loving the “plenty in the tank” reference 😂

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yesss, someone got it! 😂

[@marksmith8663]

Not the weather to open the taps Are they still making the R model only updated the RS

[@Englishbikerdan]

That's what makes it fun though. Until it goes pear shaped anyway! I think they'll release an updated R later this year.

[@kevinevans2022]

Great review in typical british weather ☔ great bike son in law has one he loves it ! Very punchy 👍🏁

[@Remibags3697]

does this triumph R got LRH?how was the seat height for standard and LRH in mm?

[@Tobyuk123]

I got the low seat height one , and I can get my feet down , I’m 5ft 5 “ I feel Lot more confident when stopping

[@DeathByCactus]

I tested the LRH version before I bought the regular. Regular, I get both toes down. One foot down flat regular with other foot on brake. LRH I could get both feed down mostly flat. LRH version doesn't have rear dampening however, so I went with regular version because I always stop with one foot down anyway these days. I also came from a Tiger 800, so I am used to stopping with a bigger bike though. Also, the LRH version has a thinner seat. It was noticeable.

[@jdavis2581]

Does the high pitched “whistle” sound of the engine irritate you at all? Is it as noticeable in the saddle as it is on video?

[@Englishbikerdan]

No I love that about Triples.

[@johnboy10]

Hi, Dan, how's this one got a TFT? Triumph Website shows only the Analog option.

[@antares7368]

For some reason Triumph decided to downgrade the spec in 2020 sometime after this video was made. Changes include an analogue display instead of TFT although the price has dropped as well to £9100. They also downgraded the S version to an A2 licence only machine.

[@LVbutcher]

2015 street triple, any good for first bike.

[@j4zzx297]

It's the only bike ive owned where i put my feet down when doing a u turn. Slow riding / leaning doesnts feel planted

[@AirTisdale]

Think this is enough of an upgrade from a ‘16 Street Triple R to make the jump? Leftover new ‘19 at a local dealership for $9500 USD...

[@pete6705]

That’s the exact deal I took

[@sporespawn284]

Any idea why Triumph removed the LCD screen on the 2020 R?

[@Englishbikerdan]

They removed the TFT screen so that they could add the QS and still make the bike £400 cheaper than last years model. In my opinion, an up and down quickshifter is more desireable than a fancy screen.

[@jimmy_with_a_K]

I Get the reason for removing tft screen, but i would i like the option for the triump connect system, shame they left it only for RS and not for the more street useble R Version. I’m waiting for a test ride, actually it’s gona be more of a confirmation ride. So with or without the tft screen, i’m getting myself a 2020 R 😉

[@Lex-Rex]

No need for the RS. 99% of riders have no needs for the upgraded suspension. The suspension on the R is more than enough. Also, the RS delivers power differently and is more focused for the track. The R is the best choice if this is going to be your daily driver.

[@darren1922]

I totally agree. I have the 2018 765R in black and red.

[@Englishbikerdan]

I can't disagree with any of that.

[@karlosh9286]

I saw your KTM 790 Duke review (in much better weather). The Striple R often gets compared to the Duke. ( Striple being a few hundred pounds more) . If you had the choice ( and the few hundred pounds more was not a major issue ) what would you get ?

[@Englishbikerdan]

The new Triple R I think. Although the 790 is also awesome. I just prefer the triple engine.

[@karlosh9286]

@@Englishbikerdan Me too :) I do have a 660cc Striple . A2 one that's been derestricted, so "only" 94 BHP , but still that's more than enough for me. I still get the triple sound :) Plus I'm not over keen on the KTM looks, especially the headlights. (Yeah some people don't like the Striple's headlights, but like you, they're growing on me ! )

[@JamesThomas-fj8ds]

That is one good looking bike. Would love to ride one of them. Great review man 👍

[@annamassey5991]

Enjoyed ya review n glad u have sense of humour even in this beastly weather. Lovely bike n let's hope next time it's an okay day for u. 😃🏍️. North of england

[@DeathByCactus]

What's your rain gear?

[@Comycboy06]

Handlebar Vibrations ?? After 6k rpms is ok ?

[@Englishbikerdan]

For me, yes.

[@anxjr7247]

Thinking of getting this or a 2018 one, any major differences between the two?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Absolutely none, as far as I'm aware....

[@thumper2140]

Hi Dan good video mate I've got the street triple rs but you won't get me out in those weather just dry day's only you got more balls than me mate

[@Englishbikerdan]

The tyres made it very interesting! This was also in December so was pretty cold too! Excellent bikes.

[@thumper2140]

I went out with my mate yesterday though I do my first ever vlog got back home set the computer up and didn't know I set the wrong mode f--k on the gopro what a twat haaa

[@garyk8285]

Is it much better than a 4th gen Sv650?

[@verothacamaro]

Heaps better

[@Tobyuk123]

Iv got one great bike fast , Quick shifter is fantastic , light , agile ,

[@kjbgvdslgefj]

Great video again!

[@septianayoga]

Very nice intro 😈😈😈

[@borisstupar5147]

what a nice sound !! Love it!!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Cheers! It's so much better when you're sat on the thing too!

[@AceHardy]

📝

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video fantastic bike 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@Fieskmask]

Nice vid. I presume you use the GoPro? Could you in that case throw throw the settings real quick!? 😁

[@Englishbikerdan]

Hey, sure thing. Superview, protune, then colour in post. 2.7k at 60fps.

[@Fieskmask]

@@Englishbikerdan Thanks mate. Your videos are awesome, enjoying it every time you release a new one, keep it up 👍

[@dirtydog2312]

Wetter than an otters pocket! I'm not overly keen on the shape of the bug eyes

[@AkashKumar-wr7fe]

it gets digital console in uk..wtf..they give a semi digital one in india

[@Englishbikerdan]

This is the older model, the new 2020 model has an older style dash.

[@robertprosser6856]

The lights just hang out the front far too much!👎 Other than that's it's very very good!👍

[@Benjay1975]

New street trip or new speed trip??? That is the question

[@Englishbikerdan]

Ooh, tough one! Probably still the Street for me. Lighter and more agile.

[@frankmalone236]

Your a true motorcyclist...lol...enjoyed review n humor.

[@sympetrum667]

Cant believe its stock exhaust, I mean, welcome to inline 3 I guess

[@Englishbikerdan]

Honestly, it sounds awesome.

[@Cake_Enthusiast]

Stock exhaust really is great on this bike. I own a 18' RS and put a Yoshimura slip on exhaust on it last year. Sounds great but that awesome induction sound has diminished with it on there. I'm honestly considering putting the stock exhaust back on.

[@thomaschilds8781]

My experience, you never get close to putting 17l in the tank. While the mpg is good, the range is only about 150miles.

[@Englishbikerdan]

That's interesting. When I see any bike with a 17 litre tank I think, 180-200 miles. I think I got around 165 out of a tank on this R and that was just commuting to work and back. I wasn't really pushing the bike though as the weather was just so bad.

[@loxas2254]

ambulance doing 65 on the motorway with emergency lights on damm he must be in a hell of a rush ...

[@Nabeel_Kummalil]

From india❤️❤️❤️

[@MAK9246]

I test rode the 2020 Street Triple RS and the 2020 MT09 yesterday. Both were fantastic and I loved every minute. Was quite hard making my way back to dealership. I've got a few more to test ride but these two bikes have been on the the top of my list for some time. I really, really liked the MT09 but the Street Triple RS felt like it was on another level. I was lost for words with it other than being able to say wow!!! My only issue is that I think it would be a bit too much of a push for a Triumph Street Triple RS financially. Would anyone be able to offer advice on what I'm getting for my money for RS vs R? I know the 2020 R hasn't been released yet but just in previous years. I didn't like the quick shifter much on the RS and I'm not interested in track days. I'm also a new rider having on passed my test 2 weeks ago so things like better suspension wouldn't mean much unless it was significantly better. Any advice would be great Thanks!

[@progste]

Try the duke 790 as well, might give the R a run for its money.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Good question but I think it's really down to personal preference. I've ridden the standard MT09, MT09 SP, Street R, Street RS, 2020 Street RS and Duke 790 R. Really tough one to call as they all do things a little differently. Not massively but enough to make me have to think about it. For me, I'd swing towards the KTM or Triumph. I find the Yam has an amazing engine but let down by not so great suspension and brakes. The MT09 SP was better but I still found it the bike to feel unbalanced. The KTM has got a better chassis than the Yam and has more toys but the Triumph is the plushest of them all in terms of refinement and build quality. Plus, it has only what you need really and the chassis is just so damn planted! All in all, Triumph for me with the KTM being 2nd and Yam last. But like I said, we're all different and want different things! Good luck choosing! EBD

[@Typhon219]

I test rode the 2019 RS and R back to back in September. I chose the same route so I could really pick apart the differences before buying. The R power delivery is more linear than the RS so power builds equally as your revs and speed increase. With the RS there were times you roll on and don’t feel that much of an increase in power until the revs build higher, but then you get an exciting rush of power when it hits high enough revs. I didnt like the lack of power from very low revs on the RS, I had to open the throttle more the set off than I’m used to. That was enough for me to choose the R. If it had more power off the line I would have picked the RS. The brakes on the RS were another level though. I’d recommend testing both versions the way I did

[@MAK9246]

@@progste Yeah hoping to get a test ride of the 790 booked in as well

[@MAK9246]

@@Englishbikerdan Thanks Dan! Really helpful stuff. I've been looking at used bikes as well and it seems you can get some used RS's at good prices. From what I can see they don't vary much? I just need to get more of an idea of how different the R is to the RS by really breaking it down.

[@jimmy_with_a_K]

Got a test ride exactly the same bike today, i realy hate the mirrors! Totaly useless and even dangerous Triumph should be ashamed for these things. For the rest the bike was really really good, so good i just ordered 2020 model.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Really? Mirrors were fine for me. Had the bike for about a week.

[@valentinpascu8204]

love the intro's

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks, I love making them!

[@bongorex3759]

I want one

[@faultyclone0013]

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