2023 Triumph Street Triple RS | First Ride Review

[@jtownmassacre7881]

I had the pleasure of meeting this legend earlier today and what a nice chap to give me his time and knowledge .. top man

[@LambChopRides]

Great to meet you too buddy, great chatting to you 👍

[@brunocarmona4958]

The Street triple is the best road bike I have ever ridden. I own a 2015 675Rx and the newer I rode was the 2021 765RS. All are brilliant. I'm avoiding trying the 2023 RS because it can turn to be expensive 😂

[@brandonjoseph3422]

Yep. I’d take it a bit far. $ for $ it’s the best road bike that anyone can buy.

[@brunocarmona4958]

@@brandonjoseph3422 independently of price I think is the best road bike. My other bike is a Tuono V4 and the Triumph is definitely better IMO

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

The new one is not better than the previous model, rode them both and I’m not sold 😅

[@trevorphillips3055]

@@brunocarmona4958 Maybe? But the Tuono v4 sounds awesome!

[@brunocarmona4958]

@@trevorphillips3055 nothing sounds better than the Aprilia V4 engine 👌

[@TheScortUK]

Lovely bike - would have one in a heartbeat, having owned the 18 and 19 models before. It's a shame to see they've gone a bit cheap on the RS' exhaust though - the 19 one had a nice carbon fibre tip with a Trumpet badge. And yes, the dash is pants - at least with the 18 you could have an old style rev counter (or 3) on it

[@NadsGlanzaV]

I've managed to buy the limited edition 765 - what a machine! it's a next step up on the standard RS. The engines in these bikes are a master piece

[@RynoDinero]

Are triumphs reliable

[@philipdanieljones9948]

@@RynoDinerovery

[@carloslopezlopez3965]

Picked mine up last Friday and running it in but it's a beaut. First Street Triple owned and no regrets so far, it's nuts!!

[@philipdanieljones9948]

Mine comes Saturday can’t wait to get it did you ppf film yours

[@kevinbird9194]

This is a stunning piece of kit. Triumph have got this do right. I want one

[@jameskalas16]

I can confirm the Moto2 is epic. Bought mine a few weeks back and it’s nuts.

[@chriswest2290]

Lucky git. How's it been

[@chrisrader8547]

Hello from the States. Just traded my ‘17 Thruxton R for a ‘24 Street Triple RS in Cosmic Yellow. They had literally just uncrated it and I swooped in and grabbed it. It’s so new, I’ve barely put any miles on it since it’s only been a couple days. Agree on the lack of legible tach, but everything else on that machine is sublime. What a handling platform. Goodness! Best handling bike I have ever owned.

[@RynoDinero]

Still like it?

[@RSHeth1390]

Pick mine up on Saturday in red I cannot wait

[@MrBinkz]

Have a cosmic yellow one on order, should be here end of month 🤞

[@RichDunn]

The best bike Triumph has made this century.

[@tracktime1196]

YES!!! Chopsy I've been waiting so patiently for you to get the 890 on the channel and your going to do a comparison "get in" can't wait

[@trevorphillips3055]

I picked up my cosmic yellow one at the end of April and loving it, done 900 miles so far. I agree on the display, however you can have a tachometer displayed which gives a clearer indication of revs. What I think is worse is the small font on some of the other things like time and fuel range which is difficult to read if like me you wear reading glasses.

[@RichDunn]

Absolutely, that's what I've said about it in my reviews Trevor.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes agreed font is tiny! Bit ridiculous, it's like they designed it on a huge monitor screen and forgot its going to be displayed on a 5inch tft

[@JayGee6996]

@@LambChopRidesthat’s exactly what will have happened.. it’s got ‘finance manager refused to let the engineer fix the problem’ written all over it

[@alan36753]

Smaller fuel tank because of the slap dash way bike weights are listed, wet weight is crazy. All weights should be with oils but no fuel. That would give accurate comparisons without deterring large fuel tanks

[@tubejorrit]

smaller tank because the new tank is made from plastic with a cover over it. Its also narrower.

[@ray9734]

I've had my 2021 R since new. These bikes are the best.

[@michaelwyke]

Sharply focussed review as ever. I may have missed some stats but it be handy to know the seat ht with the extra 20mm (cheery fact - inside leg gets shorter as you get older) One point no-one mentions - suspensions are generally described as ‘adjustable’ or not. But what is the RANGE of adjustment like? I’m sure Triumph’s is great but some have a fairly ‘token’ effect on ride ht, bump-absorption etc Thanks for the vid quality👍

[@BrianMcCann421]

I have had a Street triple 765 RS for the last 3 years. I test rode all the new street triples (2023) and was left a little flat by them. It was just more of the same, yes the RS was much taller and a tad sharper, but still the same sound and feel. I then test rode a KTM 890 Duke GP and fell in love with it. It is sharper, Louder, more focused with no compromises. I have now bought the KTM. With regards to power, the Suzuki GSXR 750 produced near 150 bhp (actually 148) with a smaller engine than the 765 !!

[@LambChopRides]

Yes very true on the power, but straight fours have more revs available so easier to extract the power 👍

[@BrianMcCann421]

Yes very true John, I wasn’t comparing apples with apples

[@BrianMcCann421]

@@LambChopRides just on that point I think the GSXR 750 L4 to L7 is quite simply an amazing bike that should hold legendary status

[@AlKip-qr6zo]

Brilliant. I watch the bike videos all the time. BUT it is you that makes me really enjoy it! Great work mate.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@debenhamdave4314]

Returned from the IOM on Thursday, and traded in my MT10 for a brand new 765rs in Cosmic yellow as wanted to down size, need to wait till September for delivery. Its an amazing bike and definitely a massive improvement on the 2018 model I previously owned. Fantastic review as always thanks Choppsy.

[@rosendo3523]

'Chopsy - roll the intro'.....thank the KZbin gods for the fast forward function

[@spktylr]

I was between an RS and an 890R last year while watching one of your reviews where you called it a "baby Tuono". Coming off an RSV4 that was all I needed to hear to make my decision lol. Love my Striple, aside from the dash.

[@barryjmarling]

What a fantastic machine,only thing I’m not keen on is the tail end,great video chops.👍🏻

[@robertaustin7601]

Tail tidy sorts that👍

[@jamest5149]

The bump in power might be down to in part a larger airbox, this would reduce the fuel tank capacity 🤷

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah good point 👍

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

That looks like a serious machine, you could have some real fun on that around the twisties

[@BikeGunCarGav]

I have the Moto2 version (number 002), I think 001 is in the visitor centre so it’s the first customer bike 👍🏻 You can have a go when it’s run in… so long as you bring the H2R…

[@cp4512]

Awesome bike with loads of character. I love it 😍

[@mojouk8935]

I have just got the 765 RS 2024, having to get the low seat accessory as i'm only 5ft 4 feet are just about touching the floor, would feel safer abit lower down!

[@grizzlystr3445]

Great bike, but agree the dashboard on the new Triumphs is naff and puts me off buying one. I had a 675r & wish I’d kept it. Top review 👍😎

[@moulip]

Hello Chopsy. I have always wondered why you haven't reviewed the Duke 890 R yet. I'm glad this is something which will get done soon ! I'll monitor closely your channel !!

[@martinhughes9769]

Love your commentary,😊 Triumph bikes have improved massively over the years , I'd love to see a touring version obviously a totally different bike to this ,fairing/ panniers,

[@DucatiDale]

They used to do the 1050 sport but dropped it be nice to see the 1200 or 765 engine in the sport frame as the 660 is a bit placid

[@Shifter89]

On n'imagine pas comme le temps passe, mine de rien les motos ont tellement évolué ! Mais ça fait plaisir de revoir les gloires du passé faire de la résistance et trouver grâce auprès de jeunes motards en occasion ! Bonne vidéo mon Bikehope🙌 Toujours fan du format itv/essai! La mamie a du caractère.... Juste une question technique, ton audio roulage, tu le prends au micro de l'intercom, ou tu as un micro spécifique ? Le son est super bon

[@photographerjonathan]

I think the 765 RS would be the perfect bike if it had a full fairing for wind protection. and I might still buy one the way it is, but what good is all the power if you can't use it without being hammered by the wind. there are big open stretches of highway in some places where it would be great to just cruise at 110. and occasionally go up to higher speeds. but who would want to do that on a naked. these bikes are great for winding roads like in this video. but in a straight line for anything over five or ten minutes, I don't think so. have you seen that beautiful full fairing that someone made for the XSR 900 ? I wish he would make one for the Street Triple RS. I look forward to your comparison with the 890.

[@pedrowarior]

This is something that has been in my mind alot too, have a xj 600n and love the sport-ish feeling position but on longer rides the wind really does give a beating. Went for a test ride on a Norden 901 and rode my fathers s1000xr and the wind protection felt amazing, but I end up also missing the sporty naked riding position on the twistys so a fairing on a naked would be awesome

[@paulg7294]

Long wait time (September at the earliest in the UK) means I'm seriously considering an MT09 SP. Opinions?

[@trevorphillips3055]

The looks put me off. I prefer the xsr900, with a seat cowl and tail tidy. There's several used RS's advertised. I put a deposit down first in early March and got a delivery of September! Called around and got a cancelled order, luckily just before I called the guy had cancelled. So got mine at the end of April.

[@zxgeorger]

Had one when my Speed 1200 was in for service, really hated that dash.

[@phantomrider22]

I tried to get one during a demo event, but couldn't even get near it. Too many people wanted to try it. Lol

[@lynsmith1096]

Good first look video again Lamb Chop.

[@lauriew2907]

Great review chops, I agree with you regarding the display of the tachometer.. my tiger is similar and I don’t know why they have done it that way.

[@Chris-vq5vr]

I couldn't press the 'Play' button quick enough!

[@simongarey8575]

I test rode this to compare with my 22 xsr900. Preferred mine on the road. Punchier and just felt more solid. Nicer gear change with the yamaha quickshifter.

[@SigmaJAD]

Agreed. Had a 2020 Rs. Rode 2023. Then Rode an XSR900. Way better bike IMHO. Blue/Gold XSR sitting in garage

[@simongarey8575]

Had mine for over a year now and over 6000 miles of fun.

[@KiwiMoto72]

Thanks!

[@LambChopRides]

Really appreciated thanks buddy 👍

[@ToxicChillz]

Does the dash not have multiple screen modes and styles? I think the older models allowed it to be customised in a way, even if it was just pre-selected setups

[@wattie1050]

Great review Chopsy , amazing wee bike be good to see the comparison with Greg and the ktm . Great to see dry roads again .👍👍😁

[@s4m130]

I hope one day I can do a day trip with chopsy for a cornish pasty. Hi from Australia!

[@LambChopRides]

Hehe sounds great! 😜

[@Inked_CR]

Interested to hear thoughts on a 23 765rs or 2021 1200 Speed triple RS. Contemplating either of the two.

[@AW8UK]

Thanks for vid review...awaiting you & Greg on this & KTM head to head 👍🏍

[@coreytelford2865]

Hey ya chops yeah nice bike. Awesome review. I'll look forward to the comparison between the street triple and the 890 juke. The review iv seen on the juke are pretty impressive

[@Love4boost]

I went and sat on the R yesterday. I expected it to feel similar to my MT-09 in position. It wasn’t my thing. My legs and arms felt more forward. It was my 2nd least favorite position with the S1kR being 1st. I was surprised to see they had a Moto2 RS there also. I didn’t sit on it because clip-ons aren’t my thing. But it was cool to see one. They said they received 2 and sold 1

[@tubejorrit]

the mt09 is like a touring bike or supermoto, the street triple is more racy and you get more feel from the front because of the forward seating position.

[@johnharvey5338]

If they make the tank smaller 2 litres less make the wet weight lighter, so you can say it’s a lighter bike.

[@dankblissey6162]

How much would you say the updates are worth it compared to the 2018/19 models?

[@Wavydavey103]

Slightly different comparison. But would you choose the triumph or the streetfighter v2 you seemed to really enjoy them both ?

[@markbenson7670]

Nice bike .I just don't like the light cluster looks luje like an after thought

[@russwatson]

I surprised it doesn’t have more top end power by now as the GSXR 750 was knocking on 140-150 or is it because it’s a triple or tuned to keep more midrange too?

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again : the 2020 model does NOT have a 17 liter tank. I can’t get more than 11,4 liters in it when it’s empty, which gives me (close to) 180km range at 6,5 liters/100km.

[@brunocarmona4958]

Nor the 675. I don't think Triumph reduced the tank capacity. They simply started telling the true capacity

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review of a great bike. Will be interested to see your comparison & maybe you can test the winner against the Ducati Monster SP as those 3 are the standout premium performance middleweights imo. Cost aside the MV Brutale is in the mix too. Although for me I think the Triumph is something quite special, particularly when you consider the price.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes that's actually the plan hopefully 👍

[@ragerider6283]

@@LambChopRides Great. Sorry if I missed that in the vid. I did watch it I promise lol.

[@Ni3K]

Moto2 is not sold out, the dealer in Munich has both colors in stock and I heard some other dealers too. Don't pay 20k...

[@andrewprice1189]

Greetings from Australia. Lucky me 2 weeks in to owning the last moto2 edition for sale here. What a bike, makes everything before seems slow steering. Only complaint is the dash is pants in all 4 screens. If only it had the same dash as my streetfighter V4 it really would be perfect. Triumph listen to customers so hopefully they will stop trying to reinvent the wheel dash wise with each new model & just make something simple with a round tacho & the important info on one screen

[@unclemearl]

Mixed thoughts on this. Had one and being roughly same size as you i sold it 3 months later. I felt like an ape on a pit bike with it. Having said that though it was comfy and no issues doing 6 hour+ rides. Was going to upgrade to the 1200rs but there really wasnt much in it size/ frame wise. Decided on an s1000r in the end and i believe it was best thing i did. Amazing bike but i do feel larger riders can look "odd" on them. Also 100%, ageee the rev/ dash is a nightmare to read !

[@motomc6962]

Who cares what you look like 😂 if it’s comfortable it’s comfortable, I’d never sell a good bike to suit the opinion of other people

[@apexslider1]

Didn’t PHR just prove you can wring that motor out for 3 laps of the TT?

[@slakk5093]

The 675-765 engine is strong. There’s a couple of stunters that thrash the living crap out of them and they report they stay strong

[@nigelhough7856]

It would be nice with all that Moto 2 development they could offer a 3 year warranty. Plus value check comes at 12k a big bill early into ownership.

[@steveparish9210]

On the street is the R version worth getting over the standard version

[@troppo4872]

Very much looking forward to your 890 vs Streetie comparo!

[@TR5T]

4 display modes, one with revs right it front of your boat race, mince pies. what's with the plum sole base ball shoes. ST 765 is absolutely the best road bike made.

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I found it too upright for me, and I'm 5'8''. It's a comfy bike though with a great engine, but my hands were buzzing after one hour which I was not expecting. The bike no from me though was no commitment from the dealer when I could have one, they're under supplied and all sold out.

[@technohamster4783]

Well ive been looking at litre nakeds and never considered downsizing however im 6ft and 16st so youve answered my question about if it is ok for bigger riders.

[@technohamster4783]

As an update I've ordered one in yellow😁

[@KiwiMoto72]

all right Mate. I have the Monster SP. Thoughts on the comparison? I love Trumpies too

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah hopefully that's the plan! 👍

[@KiwiMoto72]

@@LambChopRides sweet - oh and that V100 vs. R1250RS comparison i keep nagging you about too please. Keep up the good work Chopsy!

[@stuart5899]

Any idea about Racecan/exhaust on new 2023 RS - ivegot new Moto2 & love it - but would like a Racecan on it

[@alanshearing7515]

Nice bike , seems to have a lot going for it especially for larger riders . Great video Chops 👍.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Alan 👍

[@arfb8]

Hi Chops great vid’s as always, watched this with great interest as I’ve got the R version & and I like your take on things. On another note a chap on ‘The Triumph Forum’ is selling his Moto 2, he’s not rode it yet, he wants £13,750. Just in case you we’re interested:)

[@tlong9812]

Great review as always chopsy. Picked up my moto2 last week. In yellow. Incredible. Traded in my 22 rocket 3 gt for her when someone pulled out of their deal. Now my ? Who makes the shoes you are wearing?😎 i want a pair.

[@LambChopRides]

Lovely!! Shoes are Furygan, link in description 👍

[@DucatiDale]

Tried this the ktm 890 r and the mt09 sp now have the mt09 sp in the garage perfect street bike imo there’s a fair few people who wish the cp3 engine was in the triumph also with the mt you can separate engine braking wheelie control abs and traction control

[@tubejorrit]

all true, but I hate the seating position on the MT09, feels like a touring bike. Also the lack of quality parts (rubber brake lines, sub-par brake calipers etc. I really hope Yamaha will make an mt09 RS or something

[@DucatiDale]

@@tubejorrit the brakes are more than enough for most people not as good as the ktm or the triumph but beyond most peoples abilities

[@DucatiDale]

@@tubejorrit and the next one will be a r9 more then likely and if they do a upgraded version of that some parts may fall onto the mt

[@Mike_P646]

If you're doing a comparison you've got to get an Mt09 sp in the mix, fantastic bike

[@DucatiDale]

I went for the mt09 sp after trying the sub 1000 middles perfect street bike imo

[@juanvaldesz7603]

Agree. The RS looks great but I found myself much more at home on the 890 R and also the MT09 SP. The Yamaha would be my choice, so comfortable and smooth yet a really quick and nimble bike when you want.

[@EJK1965]

Can't get hold of em, called many dealers. Chip shortages continue....... everyone wants yellow apparently

[@AyumazHD]

I ordered 2 months ago the yellow version and the dealer said I will get the bike for the end of july/august. It's so sad but I accepted.

[@Chris-vq5vr]

@@AyumazHD try being in Australia😶

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I test rode one a few weeks ago. I didn't like the buzzy engine, and still dont like the ant-eye looks, but they told me July/August if I wanted the yellow, which I did.

[@AyumazHD]

@@TheOriginalCoda the ant-eyes are strange but typical so that’s why I enjoyed them. Buzzy engine is ok for a bumblebee 😉

[@EJK1965]

From what I was told by all dealers I contacted on friday yellow is for delivery 2024.

[@beetleything1864]

RS & 890 R comparison will be interesting.........

[@bryandumbrell8626]

Great video Chops , Bit weird but what trousers are you wearing in the vid?

[@LambChopRides]

It's the Knox Urban Pro Jean, link to it in the description 👍

[@bryandumbrell8626]

Cheers Chopsy 👍🏻😎

[@PeterOlexa_]

Cant wait for the comparison with the 890 R 😍

[@ercanyesiltas]

cant wait to see it compared to the only other possibility, the 890r, i sure will be waiting

[@RikkyTang]

Hiya Chops, what's the steering lock like? I know the bike is light and must feel easy to push around, but I get unreasonably annoyed with a shallow steering lock! 😁

[@LambChopRides]

Actually very good 👍

[@RikkyTang]

@@LambChopRides Another tick in the box then 😁

[@richiektm]

I haven't been for a test ride on one because that dash is horrendous and I couldn't live with it, Knox delivery😂

[@deanjudd4185]

Absolutely interested in the 890 R v the RS triple sweet

[@Ukmongoose3]

I sat on one of these recently. Would I be correct in thinking that the bike felt top heavy? I seem to remember from the 2004/5 era that mostly bikes seemed to carry their weight a bit lower. Does this feeling melt away when on the move?

[@LambChopRides]

It feels very lightweight 👍

[@spx1416]

what's the fasination with turning the traction control off everything as soon as you get on a bike? in real world terms whats the advantage on the road?

[@wirenut3020]

If you mess up you crash.

[@1990-t1j]

Nice bike. As triples go, I'd rather have the XSR900.

[@kirkdunn1379]

How come you never rode duke 890 r....seen 1290 and you loved it....just curious as you rode street triple, mt09, monster, etc?

[@LambChopRides]

Video coming very soon on the 890R 👍

[@vn3801]

Yeah that tacho sux..... great vid , cheers LCR

[@TheGray1967]

Great review as always chopsy , nearly bought on , but miss the 1000 cc grunt 👍👍

[@MrAndrew1953]

Straight away I can think of an engine Yamaha triple and bike YamahaTracer 900 GT Pro. Styling wise this bike needs a bikini fairing to hide that front headlight setup.

[@andrewshore262]

When my 1200 GT Pro goes in for its annual, the dealer has promised I can have one of these for the morning……….before they empty my wallet 🥺. Good review Chopsy 👌

[@matthartshorn9483]

Ive got a 2018 speed triple rs and it has 6 different options to choose from for the speedometer. Surely that has the options too?

[@LambChopRides]

It has 4 and they are all mostly the same

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I must have watched a hundred vids on this bike as I’m about to push the button on one and your vid taught me a few new things nobody else picked up on. Thanks for the info Chops, a superb review! Dave.🏍🎥

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Dave 👍

[@stevecade857]

You really ought to chuck in an MT-09 for that comparison test. All great bikes with slightly different focus trying to be top dog naked middleweights. How we have 900cc middleweights I don't really know. I guess the big boys have moved up with 1200/1300cc engines.

[@xpantz]

The Streetie will have to go to 865 or 965 if it has to keep being compared with 900cc machines as a middle weight.

[@paulhope3401]

​@@xpantz I see both bikes as direct compeitors. Despite it lacking the MT09's larger displacement, the ST RS's performance is arguably better for it to be a moot point. The MT09 SP is not so far off in terms of price point for some those of us on a budget. The Duke 890R is another that should be included in what would be a very tasty middleweight naked group test.

[@xpantz]

@@paulhope3401 yeah, I guess the ST should just take it as a compliment ;-)

[@xpantz]

@@paulhope3401 What about the Streetfighter V2... it's kinda in the feisty middle weight naked category. I just bought a new ST but the SF was the other one "on my list."

[@paulhope3401]

@@xpantz At aprox £16k ithe SF V2 a fair bit pricier than both but Yeah, why not... more the merrier. 😀 Besides the ST RS; I was also keen on the Duke 890R but after some deliberation and fears over KTM's less than stellar reliability record, I went for a 23 MT09 SP, it just felt more right for me and the type of riding I do. I'm very happy with it, been a real pleasure to ride and I've had zero issues so far. :)

[@helgejohan3604]

Red one are Nice 🔥🔥✊

[@Ukmongoose3]

Could you add an analogue style rev counter?

[@trevorphillips3055]

There's a tachometer that can be displayed by scrolling to it. I run mine with it,as it's better than looking at the naff graph thingy.

[@rgthomson1]

But what will win on track, the RS or the 890R, which one should i buy

[@LambChopRides]

You will have to wait and see! 😁👍

[@rgthomson1]

@@LambChopRides Aha the suspense

[@brunocarmona4958]

When did a parallel twin made sense on the track? And when did a parallel twin hold a candle to a triple? Yes, never and never

[@Ventcis]

13:08 Please can someone explain this again...?

[@briansteele2723]

Not sure how much difference 1cm of seat heigh makes when you chuck 20stone of chopsy on 😀

[@markreynolds8630]

Never got on with that dash design. Ugg. Looks like a terrific bike though...

[@brucekendall52]

Top bike.

[@billdallas]

Hi Mr Chop - Can I ask what ultimate add on mount you were using?

[@beetleything1864]

it's all in his links below the video - hit MORE and everything he uses is there.

[@billdallas]

@@beetleything1864 Hi - I can see its one of the the ultimate addon's but wanted to know the actual mount to the bar clamp - I can only see strap mounts for push bikes and wondered which one.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes it's one of the strap mounts as that's easy when I'm riding different bikes. If I were to buy a permanent mount for this bike one of the top clamp mounts would be best. The one where you remove one of the bar bolts 👍

[@billdallas]

@@LambChopRides Thanks

[@borkarms]

Loved watching....cant wait for comparo ....but the KTM will never match the Triumphs quality, fit , finish , Machining & attention to details. For folks who value these aspects , it will always be a TRIUMPH....

[@btexchanges]

A1 Motorcycles York Have them in stock 1:35