2020 Street Triple 765 RS Review: Would I Buy It Again? (Surprising Answer)

Welcome to another one of my motovlogs! I've been having a blast creating these lately, especially since the weather has been so great. In this video, I share my thoughts on whether or not I would buy my 2020 Triumph Street Triple 765 RS again, considering what I know today. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments. Thanks for watching!
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[@marcusgeorge1825]

One thing to always consider when buying tyres is your actual intent of use. All tyres need “breaking in” (just based upon the chemistry required to release the from the mould). Today, it’s much less than tyres from 20 years ago. If you are just doing community miles, then the Michelin Road 5’s are possibly the best. If you’re just using the bike for the twisties, in the dry, with the occasional track day then go with tyres that are designed to be ridden on the edge. Horses for courses. I think the street triple R or RS us a bike that is fun, but more importantly, one you can get a higher percentage out of than any litre bike. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@BikesofRye]

This is why I basically went with the supercorsa again as I am all about the dry and more fast road and as you say looking to ride on the edge of the tyre. And yes the Street gets litre bikes worrying 😅

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@BikesofRye Let’s be honest here. Only about 0.00000001% of all riders, on the road have the abilities to get the most out of any litre plus Superbike. The street triple is more than enough to leave some riders on quicker, more capable machines as little dots in the mirrors... 👍😎🇦🇺

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@BikesofRye I’m definitely with h you on that front. I I have a day with wet weather predicted then my bikes just stay in the garage and a car is used instead. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@tidusgrom3343]

Love the vids. I bought a Grom at the beginning of the year to learn to ride and I’ve been looking for another bike that I could ride to more places with. I was torn between this and an MT-07 but now after seeing this, I’ve decided the Trumpy is the way to go!

[@BikesofRye]

The MT07 might be a little bit more suited to your riding experience though of course you could grow into the Street... Great thing about the Street is it can be docile but then an animal when you want it to be

[@debenhamdave4314]

Having recently owned both definitely put the Triumph up a level from the MT07, however it's still a wonderful bike and as stated more new rider friendly.

[@greyanaroth]

I have the 2019 model, which lacks the fancy blipper and the engine improvements. But I prefer how much more open the architecture is viz gearing (2020 ecu goes crazy if you change gearing) etc. Not to mention that I actually prefer the headlight arrangement and dash. I love her ❤️ Can't believe that triumph actually makes this bike: a track spec bike without fairings that actually works on the road as well. Love her.

[@BikesofRye]

Yes a track spec bike that works on the road nicely put 👏🏼

[@booshting3520]

I always scrub the new tyres in. No real idea if I need to, but I'm not finding out the hard way 😆 Loving my new Striple, it does everything

[@BikesofRye]

Haha yeah not wise to prove if it's worth doing or not - hopefully another ride and my tyre will be ready

[@rushy67rr97]

New tyres have a releasing agent to make them easier to get out of the mould, it tends to be very greasy and makes new rubber slippy for a couple of hundred miles until scrubbed in properly, you could deffo have issues with big lean angles, wet riding or in my case stopping quickly at junctions as I once found out 😬🤣

[@brianperry]

I’m at the end game as far as being biker is concerned, Fifty eight years so far. I own a 2014 675R, l just love the Striple, it’s light, handles beautifully, whats not to like. The Triumph Street Triple has been the benchmark for this type of bike for years..and rightly so.

[@BikesofRye]

It's clear to me why the bike has been such a success over the years to be honest

[@RobDeanin_the_uk]

You don't need Corsa Roso's unless you are tracking, they are also awful in the wet, the Roso 2's non Corsa tyres are very good and much better in the wet as well, they will also last around 5 - 6 k instead of 3.5k and the last one I had fitted was £135.00 fitted. PS The A507 looks are lot more restricted than it used to be, Baldock to Buntingford, great road though, have to meet up for a ride sometime on my RS765, I'm only a fews miles away from you. good work on the video's, keep them up. Regards, Rob

[@BikesofRye]

One of the best roads I have ridden especially on a early sunday morning 👌🏼 Tbh I only ever ride in the dry or plan on doing so anyway... I probably don't really need such a performance orientated tyre I just wanted to keep the rear sort of matching the front because I am a 🤓

[@RobDeanin_the_uk]

@@BikesofRye I'll look out for you, trip up and down and a coffee at the Silver bull is a good Sunday morning. Did you know they used to train the met bikers on that road, not sure if they still do but often seen them at the Silver Bull cafe on the a10

[@trckeremma1]

Great video, it’s lovely to see genuine enthusiasm for riding and looking after your ride. Quick question, where were you parked up at the end? Looked beautiful in the sunshine!

[@janlindborg7855]

Looks a lot like Dunstable Downs

[@Roy_Godiksen]

Yes, you still Need to scrub the tire in. You need to wear the surface rough, like fine sandpaper (made of ruber). Look at how shiny the surfaceof a brand new tire looks. But most importantly, do Not accelerate or break hard for the first 20miles (ish) and first few days. As you see, the grease is still on your tire. Until it dry up, if you give enough force to the wheel (breaking, accelerating), the tire can spin on the rim. That will mess the balance of the tire up in a bad way.

[@rushy67rr97]

Would I have a Street Triple again? 🤔 Yes for the handling in corners, no for the road performance, I’ve had 3 and loved them but after owning a KTM 1290 SDR the Trumpy quickly vanished in my memory 😬🤷🏻‍♂️ another great upload, enjoy the weather and ride safe mate 👍🏻😎🌞

[@BikesofRye]

Once my insurance becomes more realistic I will no doubt be levelling up but I just hope when I do the bike makes me smile as much as my Street Triple does

[@rushy67rr97]

@@BikesofRye agreed, you'd be blown away by the performance of the KTM but it's very cranky from a reliability point of view, test ride some litre bikes in the future ( maybe the new Speed Triple? ) and see if something clicks with you. Ride safe mate on those new tyres 😉👍

[@guardenful]

You're wondering what they can update on the Striple, the next step is the electronics! They are behind Yamaha and KTM, they will add an IMU in my opinion. It's not a mandatory feature of course, the most important to me was the up&down shifter, and it has it now!

[@BikesofRye]

Actually a really good point yes they need to separate TC and anti wheelie!!

[@fabiocantarelli9925]

@@BikesofRye hello nice video as always ... can you disable the tc at 0? with the tc to the minimum for example 1 the bike is able to wheelie "easily"? thank you

[@sebastienfournier9421]

@@fabiocantarelli9925 yes you can turn it off

[@Wardeneo]

First question; why does your dash change automatically from white to black at 5:40? Secondly from my understanding, I believe scrubbing tyres in is more to do with the tyres rubber surface being quite smooth from the moulding process, and scrubbing it in causes micro pits and abrasions in the rubber which help grip the tarmac better

[@RobDeanin_the_uk]

The screens are light sensitive and change to a dark theme when light conditions drop.

[@BikesofRye]

That sort of does make sense about the scrubbing in I never thought about that

[@Penafort]

For 2022 they should add Ohlins suspension front and back, 6-axis IMU with cornering ABS, TC, slide control, anti wheelie, a TFT screen style like the speed triple, keyless, and that's it.

[@BikesofRye]

Thanks for sharing I am going to make a follow up video on what can be improved thanks to these comments

[@BikesAndBatallas]

They actually use the Showa Big Piston Fork up front because riders apparently preferred it to the Ohlins forks. I don't think they'll put IMU on the Striple as it eats into the Speed Triple market and I'm guessing Triumph had to make a decision as to whether to go for IMU or a quickshifter and chose the latter. I have a 2023 RS and absolutely love it.

[@debenhamdave4314]

Fantastic bike, improved and flattered my riding skills so easy to ride well. Cheers.

[@BikesofRye]

Good to hear you feel the same I guess I could say it has improved my riding skills too

[@christophergowthorpe4640]

I have the street triple 765 2019 plate you are so so right !! It’s been the best all rounder bike I have ever owned I absolutely love it and it makes me feel as though I’m a better rider lol 👍👍New tyres for me tomorrow I’m going for Metzler sportec M9 RR hope there ok lol .

[@BikesofRye]

nice yes I was considering those tyres myself they are very popular and always recommended... won't be long until I need another tyre so maybe I can review it some time soon :)

[@jonathanstalnacke1071]

Like your vlogs. Keep em up. Im following you now on insta as well. Will pick up my street rs next season. Ride safe. Cheers from Stockholm. /sweden.

[@BikesofRye]

Appreciate your support from over there really - also you must be wishing this season away until you get the bike 😅

[@swapniljadhav3937]

Bike came today waiting for registration.....💐😍😀

[@അറക്കൽമാധവനുണ്ണി-ബ6ജ]

Hows the bike brother

[@Jacob99174]

@@അറക്കൽമാധവനുണ്ണി-ബ6ജ he’s too busy riding it to have responded 😂

[@swapniljadhav3937]

I'm purchasing this bike after your opinion thanks brother .....👍🏻 mostly purchasing this bike in 10 days I'll update my photo with my new bike very soon .....👍🏻

[@BikesofRye]

ah 10 days I hope it goes quick enough for you and yes I am happy for you as I know you will love it

[@swapniljadhav3937]

@@BikesofRye yes bro...I have ordered the bike today....it will take 3 to 4 days ....to come in( pune...city )..👍🏻😀

[@nuttasitp.2517]

I really love my 765RS y'18. I use Bridgrstone battlax s22. This tire perfectly on street use. Bridgrstone is top choice in my mind now over Pirelli by far. Battlax T31 is very good on rain. I put it on my street twin very happy on this tire. RS run over 80k mileage. One thing i don't like Triumph is part. Yes, part ridiculous price. Next upgrade I'll put k-tech suspension on my RS.

[@BikesofRye]

good to hear your feedback on the S22 its quite a popular tyre I guess for good reason

[@benmaisano4484]

New tyres have a release agent which gives the tyre a shiny look and can make the tyre slippery . I've nearly be caught out a couple of times.

[@BikesofRye]

Thanks for the info that makes sense

[@paulconnell1309]

Great blog, thanks. Where I live the RS is very expensive. Same price as a CBR1000R. I am thinking about the R. Still pricy, about the same as the MT09SP, which has more useable power and better electronics. With supply chain, weather and now Covid restrictions, I have still not had a set ride. Which would you pick. MT09SP or Street Triple R.

[@BikesofRye]

That's a difficult one... if it was the RS then no question. However when you then consider you can have all that the MT09SP offers over the R then that is close. If you can accept the MT09SP riding position is more adventure bike riding style then you are getting more bike for the money. Just get the MT09SP suspension set up as soon as you get it as the front is rock solid and the rear is supple

[@paulconnell1309]

@@BikesofRye I test rode an RS on Friday. Very good. The new TFT screen is garbage. Can't see the tach, at all. Otherwise outstanding. very gutsy and smooth on corners.

[@lukaszg74]

I would buy one but there is mt10 in my garage. Its so hard to part with yamaha . Most fun I had on two wheels. Next time try metzeller m9rr fantastic road tyre plus you can do track day on that rubber

[@BikesofRye]

Another tyre I hear positive feedback about thanks its a potential future tyre for me

[@peterbrown7130]

My boy had a 765RS he has had a lot of bikes and rated this as the most perfect bike he has known, faultless. I rode it and have to agree

[@BikesofRye]

Wow that is some claim - you know though I do keep saying how great of an all rounder this bike is

[@thejudge3040]

I'd like to see, a IMU like someone mentioned, I think cruse control just because, and also they need to make all ride modes avaliable while riding and settings stay on the setting your left it on while the bike is off, if that's done wow I'd upgrade

[@BikesofRye]

All great ideas yes riding modes don't require having to stop and change

[@SigmaJAD]

Great vlog. Keep them coming please.

[@BikesofRye]

Thank you many more coming 😇

[@iamthemobey]

I span up a brand new rear tire a few months ago where a scrubbed in one definitely wouldn't. (790 Duke)

[@BikesofRye]

All that low down torque 😁

[@iamthemobey]

@@BikesofRye tire had 100metres on it as well 🤫

[@51stSTATE-ReformUK]

I generally put 100 miles on the tyres before I consider them fully worn in. But I'm just being on the safe side.

[@BikesofRye]

I think I will be slowly getting the bike leant over and once they are warm enough.... likely take me 100 miles tbh

[@51stSTATE-ReformUK]

@@BikesofRye It's always better to air on the side of caution - especially when we're in such a high risk activity. I fit the Michelin Pilot 3s and never have grip issues yet save a packet on more exotic tyres. The 675 has a good deal less power than yours however.

[@pcarts232]

Love your videos I subscribed, today I tried a Speed triple omg , amazing but at 14 k would you say at 11k the street triple is a better choice?

[@Notoxic30]

Hey, you got my like. Dunno about the scrubbing for sure, but I think the rubber scrubs in very fast on this corsas. Just avoid the white lines on the roads and potholes. Also I have a mod idea that I might do on my bike some day. Can you reply what you think about it? I'm not doing any track days myself so I don't except to ever be able to use all the HP's and go 240 kmh. Instead I would like to trade in some of the top speed and have more acceleration. Can be done changing the front chain sprocket from 16 to 15 or even 14 T, and back chain sprocket from 46 to 50. Have you ever consider doing it, what do you think about it?

[@BikesofRye]

I have considered it and actually it's quite a common thing to do I may still even do it myself... I don't really exceed 200kmh so it sort of makes sense. I also don't really ride motorway either or commute so I don't really need good fuel or lower rpm... I would say yes it is worth doing

[@Notoxic30]

@@BikesofRye I was doing some math. If I'm correct going from 16T down to 14T and rear from 46T to 50T (which are maximum sizes I think) would give as result 20.5 % increase in revs. That is huge right? But i have vague clue how this would translate to the real life experience. Would it feel like the bike just got 1/5 more torque? I share my thoughts with you, because you seem to be interested as well.

[@jecsah]

I couldn't do q3+ every 3 months on my triple so I switched to Roadsmart 3 and they've performed fine on trackdays and at 3k miles still look fresh. There's no reason for super sticky tires riding like this vid.

[@BikesofRye]

I don't always ride like this ;)

[@majordelays4909]

How many miles would you expect from a typical tyre for pretty sedate riding? I’ve a Striple S and was expecting it to be like 7-10k but I’m new to biking

[@squiz955]

G’day rye very good I would have to agree with how you describe bike I’m in winter at the moment can’t wait for spring to come 10 more weeks😠 All I’m doing is starring at my sexy beast in the shed Keep up the good work Melbourne,Austraila And ride it like ya stole it😝😎

[@BikesofRye]

Wow thanks for watching so far away and yes I do the same over winter here myself its not so bad to look at is it 😁

[@retrolongboarderNZ]

Great video, just subscribed. Like your relaxed style! I've put down a deposit on a 2020 R - but we are just in our next painful lockdown (in NZ - my bike is in Auckland!). So I may not be able to pick it up for who knows how long?! Did you ever test ride the XSR900? There is a local 2021 black/gold colour (looks rather awesome) - curious about your opinion on that bike? Cheers.

[@BikesofRye]

Nice!! And thanks for the sub - have briefly rode the xsr900 it's more a city bike and more relaxed riding style over the Street. Superb engine and great fun bike but if you want more of a back road blast the XSR lacks big time there

[@retrolongboarderNZ]

@@BikesofRye great, thanks for your reply. I need a good alrounder, and they are the same price so I'm thinking the street is a no brainer (and I thought the rise position similar to the XSR?). But you are right, the XSR engine is amazing - makes you feel like a hooligan!

[@jellocubez7]

Were you running high octane gas before you did the exhaust and tune? I've noticed a bit of a difference on in throttle response on the stock bike going from 87oct up to 91oct we have readily available in the states, but not sure if it's worth it without the tune.

[@BikesofRye]

I have ran it on 99 since I got the bike without fail so I cannot comment if it does in fact make a difference. Guess would need to get it on the rollers to check that would be the only way to tell

[@Fee.1]

If you ever get the chance to review a MV Agusta 800 I’d love to know your take and if you think that would sway you. It’s the only triple that tempts me over the triumph

[@BikesofRye]

Would love to test ride one and hopefully at some point my channel is popular enough to do so.... though they are a lot more expensive than the street

[@Fee.1]

@@BikesofRye might shock you but they’re the exact same price effectively. A MV Agusta Brutale 800 can be bought for around 10,000 USD new all day long in the US at least. They have a higher MSRP but they don’t sell for it somehow

[@stevelampard]

Did you know that the houses along the Broadway in Letchworth were built as part of a design competition?

[@BikesofRye]

You know I didn't but now you say it I can see they could be... I think the town in general must have a particular architectural rule of some sort it is very pretty in my opinion

[@MrBoybergs]

If all bikers were as friendly and charming as this guy we'd have a much better reputation out there....

[@BikesofRye]

Kind words

[@theincrediblesulk5543]

After a spell with a Gen 1 S1000R then a MT10SP I took a chance on a ‘21 Street RS. I always stayed away for it as thought I would miss the 1000cc power but I think I may have finally found the holy grail bike perfect balance or power, weight, usability, agility and looks. I am curious now that you have had the S1000R for awhile if you regret moving on from the Street or would do it again in the morning ?

[@BikesofRye]

I don't regret it no but I also recognise how damn good the Street Triple is. I recommend the bike to so many. It's not all about outright power. The Street has more character, is better looking and has some top spec components on it over the S1000R

[@SPCOOPERR]

Love it. I've got the 2015 ST RX and keep asking myself would I swap it for a new one.. that or a 2018 Speed with the 145bhp.. have you tried one of those? As for tyres, I just had a new Rosso 2 put on the back and after 10miles it really didn't feel like it needed 'scrubbing in'.

[@BikesofRye]

I have tried the 1050 and genuinely don't believe it to be powerful enough to want over the 765 also considering its extra weight and cost... I will eventually get out on the 1200 Speed that I feel will be a lot more powerful

[@SPCOOPERR]

@@BikesofRye hmm good point. For me it'd be a jump from the 105bhp 675 to a 118bhp 765 or 145bhp 1050.. not interested in going to the 180bhp 1200 though I don't think!

[@YarekBalear]

Not sure I’d go Street Triple again. Had a 2010 675 STR and loved that bike so much. After a couple of changes I went back to the Street 765 RS and it felt a little soulless for me - maybe I was expecting too much? 🙄

[@BikesofRye]

It's more of a serious bike. The 890 Duke R is more playful have you ridden one?

[@YarekBalear]

@@BikesofRye No actually - went for a mix of fun and practicality with the new Ninja 1000sx.

[@stephj765RS]

IMO you (still) have to break in new tyres. Yesterday I replaced my rear Supercorsa with a Battlax S21, known for having a great grip and better mileage. For about 50 km, the new tyre had a tendency to drift slightly (although I was driving cautiously). I rode 200 km to progressively take more lean angle, have the ENTIRE surface broken in, and feel safe.

[@BikesofRye]

How you finding the battlax S21?

[@stephj765RS]

@@BikesofRye First impression on the Street RS: I like it ! Although it is less curved than the SC, this is still very easy to lean the motorbike. The tyre grip is awesome. But, in comparison with the SC, it might take a bit more time to warm it up. Cost wise, it's less pricey than the S22 and SC SP V3. What made me choose this tyre? After my son put the S21 (rear and front) on his Kawa Z, his level of confidence and cornering speed increased quite significantly. And of course, its price and mileage.

[@swapniljadhav3937]

Bike received today brother.....😀👍🏻👌🏻

[@simonsmale1645]

The version 3 you get more miles. V2 was on the 17-19 rs but V3 is the better tyre

[@BikesofRye]

Oh OK that is good to know... so if I get 3k out of this tyre I will be lucky then 😅

[@somegeorgedownthehall9392]

Love your blogs! Just got rid of a ktm 790 2019 and yes totally unreliable and poor build quality in my opinion. I didn’t even keep it 2 years. Got a street triple r 2021 and love it! Guy at the end was a ledge lol

[@BikesofRye]

See this is the problem with KTM it is the reliability issues that let them down because when you share this how many people read it and it just becomes common knowledge eventually. Must be hurting their brand so much

[@SigmaJAD]

Hi, I got rid of my 790 and bought an RS. Night and day build quality difference. A lot of journos favour the 890 over the Striple. Wasn't going to entertain that at all at change time. RS is a fantastic, beautifully built package.

[@somegeorgedownthehall9392]

Yep totally agree! Once bitten twice shy. I won’t take that chance again.

[@benmaisano4484]

The next model street triple rs has to have an IMU.

[@BikesofRye]

Latest news I don't know if its has or not... there are the latest colours out already and I don't like it

[@tyrontyron]

how do u compare with KTM890?? which one give you more FUN???

[@BikesofRye]

Very difficult question... depends where or how you ride the bikes. Street is a more serious bike the KTM is more playful

[@Fiivurt]

This probably means I'll have to start saving up for one then

[@BikesofRye]

Yes you better 😅

[@Fee.1]

12:25 what camera you using ?

[@BikesofRye]

Sony A5100

[@emyrmac8220]

I give tyres about 10miles then I hammer down on them. Never had issues 🤷

[@BikesofRye]

Haha yes that's the way to do it I guess 😎

[@DG-ig4wj]

Who is your insurance with ?

[@simonsmale1645]

I just lean the bike over off throttle till the chicken strips are gone. And build from that. Maybe take it easy for 50 miles and the shines off the tyre. Then I just ride it like I stole it

[@BikesofRye]

This weekend I hope to have the chicken strips gone 😇

[@swapniljadhav3937]

Pls let me know How to send pics on comments ....👍🏻

[@BikesofRye]

Send to me on instagram bikes of rye or email me [e-mail]

[@californiapoontappa]

Old bloke was a mod in the day riding his c125

[@BikesofRye]

Could well have been... he had a great spirit about him

[@californiapoontappa]

@@BikesofRye oh I'd have loved to grow up in London during the 70s with the mods the Teddy's and skins

[@stephenlord131]

You do realise that when overtaking at the crossing you are not allowed to pass the first car in the queue? (Approx 3 minutes in). But lovely bike, I have the black/yellow one, 2020 version as well

[@RobDeanin_the_uk]

Who passed 49 cars to sit behind the 50th, get real! We are not ment to do lots of things but we all do.

[@stephenlord131]

@@RobDeanin_the_uk you ride how you like

[@BikesofRye]

I didn't know that to be honest... I don't think many people do really

[@stephenlord131]

@@BikesofRye I thought that would be the case

[@Lesmc1of3]

You’re not supposed to overtake any once you reach the zig-zags.

[@swapniljadhav3937]

I want to send you pics but how....🤔

[@BikesofRye]

send me them [e-mail] and I will share them on here

[@happyjalapeno9397]

dont forget the z900

[@BikesofRye]

It is a good shout but do you think it is of the same level of the bikes I mentioned?

[@happyjalapeno9397]

Similar I’d say

[@jonathanm9140]

The MDMA grand dad 😂

[@BikesofRye]

He was a proper character !

[@Dudeshootsdove]

I’m keeping mine until there’s some decent electric ones available.

[@BikesofRye]

You fancy an EV?

[@Kaizer10155]

Just no

[@lukaszg74]

There will be no decent electric ones they all shite

[@robertdavis4761]

I would buy this bike if Triumph introduced more colors and got rid of those tacky looking stickers.

[@BikesofRye]

I love it in silver ice and red but not so keen on the matte with lime green

[@agrisbatna1797]

I'll be looking forward to my Street triple rs tomorrow, I can't wait for...... also think of MT 09, but I chose Triumph anyway... only I'm afraid of Triumph engines reliability?!

[@RSfiregod]

Don't know about the new 765, but i have a street 675 from 2014 with about 65k miles on it. Only thing i had to do was change a gasket, but thats mainly because it stood still for a year due to a medical problem which made it dry out.

[@BikesofRye]

Nice you will be loving the Street RS ride safe and enjoy it 😊

[@ryanjones5594]

£50 for a tyre fitted 😳

[@alangriff1]

Very nice but that twin front light set up...so ugly.

[@BikesofRye]

Do you think so? How about the previous models did you prefer those?

[@alangriff1]

@@BikesofRye Havent taken much notice of earlier models. Sorry for the remark but I do think it spoils an otherwise great bike