New 2022 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR Review: Better Than The RS?

[@TripleSound]

I love the RR. It has that old and new mix which I love, something like the Trident 660. I think Triumph should do more bikes like these where they combine their heritage but with a modern take. Stunning, out of my league, bike.

[@gerardmontgomery280]

I agree, I love the retro mordern look. the lines of a classic but the details of a new bike.

[@MartinDoubek_ArnieX]

Exactly, they should continue and do Trident RS :), I would swap my Trident 660 for that immediately :).

[@TripleSound]

@@MartinDoubek_ArnieX it would be interesting to see an rs trident

[@lcgiv4u]

@@TripleSound Or RR for the single headlight 😂

[@victorgimenogranda8019]

I had the RS for a year, and absolutely loved the bike (I own a Thruxton 1200 rs, too). Then the Speed 1200 RR was released and I could not resist that outstanding café look (as well as the more compliant suspension; RS ones are really sporty for road riding). I sold the RS and I’m getting my white RR next week. Can’t wait to have it in my garage.

[@BB3Lions]

He have you got on with the RR in comparison?

[@victorgimenogranda8019]

@@BB3Lions loved the rs, and love the rr way better. I like the rr position, way better control over corners, way better suspension (at least for the road) and the looks are simply amazing. Engine is just as incredible . Cheers!

[@BB3Lions]

Thanks mate@@victorgimenogranda8019

[@PejoACMHSV]

Triumph lately have improving a lot, in my opinion they have one of the best comprehensive offer in the market.

[@KingCast65]

Waiting on the dirtbike. I have a Triple 800Tiger now and have had 4 955/1050 bikes.

[@davidjones535]

I'm getting a little long in the tooth for this style of bike but I would have to go with the RR the RS is just plain ugly it looks like a Praying Mantis for God's sake, just what is it with motorcycle brand trying so hard to make their naked sport bikes look like bugs !

[@busboy3232]

4:23 I could never get past how these bug eye headlights stick out so much. I always like the two circular round ones on the older model.

[@gregclark3252]

That’s my hang up…fly eyes on the rs. The rocket headlights are way better!

[@jimnorton2570]

That is an easy fix, you can go to an aftermarket single headlight. I think motodemic, but it's like $1k US but looks awesome. I agree though but don't let that stop you from buying a Speed or Street triple, they are awesome bikes. I own both.

[@saddle8bag]

The RS is homely by comparison. Hopefully, Triumph finds some paint for the RS someday. The half assed primer look is really overdone.

[@Fr99763]

Bought the RS in matt grey like yours. It is outstanding. But I admit that the RR, especially in red is a style icon that only comes along once in a decade. Great, thorough review as always Cheers

[@powersliding]

software lag and unreliable

[@speedtriprr537]

Put a deposit on an RR to pick up this weekend but I am torn between it and a thruxton rs. Anyone have an opinion?

[@gerardmontgomery280]

the Thruxton looks stunning but with around half the horsepower it doesn't compair to the Speedy. At least as a toy, as a bike to ride daily the Thruxton is probably a better choice .

[@skywalker7517]

RR is the way to go, if I can afford one I would buy one, another bike you should consider is: kawasaki z900rs, I like that one too and for a daily, it's the better option, not techy as the RR but I think it's a good option I'm thinking of getting one soon

[@speedtriprr537]

Appreciate the feedback so far

[@speedtriprr537]

@@wayneg910 got a white triple RR and love it! All he tech it has is great and it handles unbelievably

[@Mr2muchscifi]

​​@@speedtriprr537Had the same thought, great question. Going to test ride an RR this weekend.

[@raphgurzo3638]

If I should pick one, it would be the RS. I prefer its looks and with my use, I’d go for that one. Sporty road riding, with sometimes long distances travelled in a day, and some commuting as well, I think the RS would be the best pick.

[@jimnorton2570]

I have a 2017 Speedy and I can tell you what an awesome bike it is. I don't think I have ever been more satisfied with a purchase of anything more in my life.

[@1MrBryn]

Honestly, the standard Speed Triple styling is dull as dishwater. The RR is just in another league.

[@dmaxcustom]

I love the twin headlight style. Like the new style, but the old twin round headlight touched some strings in my souls that the new style doesnt.

[@OscarSchneegans]

Can we get a Speed Triple GT with the cool fairing, but more relaxed ergonomics?

[@Cyclopes00]

im sorry but that bike looks so ugly to me

[@TuntunGamer]

The RR in the red colouring, in person, is one of the best looking bikes of the last couple of years. I couldn't believe how much better in person it looked than in videos and images. However, with my dodgy shoulder I dont think it would be the wisest decision. I'd buy the RS if it was my money. The matt paint looks ace and if you really want, you can get a single headlight conversion kit for about £900 which look baddass.

[@peterfallows6802]

I can only imagine how a proper tigersport would of been the bike for me instead of RR ‘rich mans toy🏍

[@marius93]

Personally I love the design of the RR. I did test sit on the bike and it felt very comfortable (relative to my R7..). Def a high quality bike. Felt very well put together

[@ryanpatrick4813]

RR with heli-bars 1.5" riser kit. Done. Hopefully in the works at Heli.

[@daxmotis27]

I’m probably going to trade in my rs for an RR. I love my rs but the suspension is too stiff. After seeing and feeling the rr, it’s a bike you hurt for.

[@bamboostick5]

Oo lala the rr looks astonishing

[@gerryryan2302]

I’m no big fan of naked sports bike ..but that RR looks the dogs danglies

[@jimnorton2570]

Ride one, just ride one....Amaze balls...

RR. I have wet dreams with it. But as the vast majority of top models, it is too expensive for just some action. :D. Maybe if Triumph applies the same styling to a street triple, without the electronics or carbon parts... and we get a (more) accessible street triple RR. that would be a sweetie to marry.

[@liksombara822]

So they made the ugliest bike on the market even more hideous. Shame because everything on those bikes are top notch. Just could never stand to be seen on one.

[@tiborsz9939]

Totally agree!✌️

[@bradfuller1667]

RR ALL DAY !

[@RetroRacer]

I think they did an excellent job on styling the fairing to a Speed Triple body. It flows well. But for 18K'ish I'd pick the MV :D

[@chriskennedy3018]

I got to ride the rr at bike week in Daytona this year. What an absolutely incredible machine

[@joshbryant7363]

Coming from a ‘16 Speed Triple, and age 43, the RR is just too aggressive. After a 20-30 minute ride in mixed riding (freeway, mid speed backroads, and heavy traffic) I was definitely ready to get off. That said, it looks and feels so bad a… until your wrists, upper and lower back starts screaming. A riser might sort this for me, but ultimately I’m an RS guy, which is probably exactly what Triumph had in mind.

[@Heavywall70]

The BEST thing about the RR is the removal of that absurd bug eyed headlight . It’s just too ugly to even consider buying. The RR all day.

[@stuarthill3013]

Great comparison and to your final point I would go for the RS with semi active online all day long. Why this is not a configurable option baffles me totally.

[@glennmonk5421]

I did pick the 1200rr, should have it in a couple weeks 😊

[@Mr2muchscifi]

Should I get one?

[@fhumudzaniratshili8017]

I want the RS but with RR suspension. Besides, I prefer the RS look over the RR’s.

[@andrewprice1189]

Great Review, have owned my RR since start of February. Those looks though, just WOW. Incredible machine, agree that Triumph should offer the electronic ohlins on the RS. AU

[@FreddieDobbs]

loved it!

[@mrbxv]

If Triumph comes out with the RR fairing on a 765, they would sell them like hot cakes. I would put my money down on one.

[@sacredgeometry]

Could have had either. Chose the RS. So no its not better. They look alright but I prefer the look of the RS not only that but the riding position. I am not looking to be able to set my suspension. Once its set its set. So the suspension doesn't really do much for me.

[@stevefox8605]

Never liked the twin slanty headlights on the Speed Triple, looked better with the twin round lights - but the RR really does look spectacular. Beautiful....went for the New Speed Twin myself, prefer the motor (just wish it didn't have all the pointless electronic aids) Excellent video thank you Bob 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ikc4901]

It's about time triumph got more imaginative on their colour schemes....not enough choices for the money being spent!!!!

[@stevegrover8220]

I agree the RS more comfortable but the RR looks are amazing and make it better with the active suspension.

[@Showmetheevidence-]

The price difference is not unsubstantial! 😮

[@stanleyblazeraznik6047]

The RR is perhaps the sexiest bike out there. It is just spectacular looking. I can’t get over the bug eye front end of the RS but I do like the riding position. It is funny to me that the RR comes with cruise control. Why? No one is taking that bike on a weekend trip.

[@stevenwalk8564]

Saves yer license, trust me.

[@kwstasdip9742]

I still can't get over that the new daytona 660 is not getting a similar dash..

[@MattNeighbour]

I'm definitely going to test ride the RR, it seems to be aimed at me, as I prefer clip-on bars so long as they aren't too extreme (Ducati Panigale 1299). But I'm not sure it really competes with a Panigale (V2 or V4) in looks or performance, and a BMW S1000RR is probably better technically.

[@MattNeighbour]

Well I tried the 1200RR, felt instantly at ease with it and now I want one!

[@simonparent7644]

Write me up for an RS any day! I miss the twin, oversized circular headlight of years passed tho! As for active suspension well, errrrr, nope! Cheers Bob!

[@cookiecrazee6608]

Own the RS, no plans to change it to the RR, definitely don’t like the looks of the RR, if your gonna give it a fairing give it a fairing not just a cockpit one, plus the active suspension only work with in the range as the RS. What they both need are bigger fuel tanks,and maybe a under seat exhaust👍 Good review as always

[@padwah]

id buy both. fek it, you only live once. anybody wanna buy a kidney?

[@Omar-kw5ui]

How loud do you need to make that intro. Rip headphone users

[@yournemesis2454]

Can't you fix the RS handlebar on the RR?

[@phaycon]

the best is to get the RS then put the on the clip-on handle bar :D

[@KingCast65]

Nitpicky thing: Triumph mirrors have long been the best teardrop design I've ever seen. I love the ones on my Tiger 8. But some of the recent ones look like something out of a '65 Galaxy. These aren't quite that bad but I'm not a huge fan.

[@wjlowe111]

RR no doubt about it. The RS front end is ugly af

[@aviator3144]

The RS for practicality.

[@drbn3245]

Why did Triumph not put the semi-active Öhlins in the Speed Triple RS? Epic fail.... I can only imagine for cost reason but I doubt that sb would not want to pay more for a way better suspension. Especially because the Speedys fixed suspension seems to be its biggest problem (too stiff for the road). I would have understood it if they would did this the other way arround, RR with fixed and RS with semi-active.......

[@Manny32V]

i honestly dont get the rr. its going to get smoked by every liter superbike so why kid yourself. if you want a superbike get an s1000rr or something like that. the speed triple is where the money is at.

[@MyMednas]

The RR is more comfortable than full on sports bikes and the performance is more than enough for the road. I wish all the manufacturers would bring back sports bikes for the road.

[@fredrit323]

How safe is to leave my trident 660 with a battery charger connected for 3 months completely unattended inside a house with a full tank? Thank you.

[@VanBlamm]

I can't help but be reminded of the late Yamaha FZ1. Which is a compliment!

[@psmonster7237]

I loved my 2005 speed triple. In that days it was new but Triumph didnt bring out a new Daytona (the big ass one). I like the 1200RR but hope Triumph will bring out an other real Daytona and call the 1200RR 'Cafe Daytona'.

[@rainfakerrainfaker3635]

Triumph triple speed ah ah?

[@Poorlybobsdad]

The RR is beautiful 👍🏻

[@jshumphress13]

I love the look of the RR (mostly because I don’t like the headlights of the RS), but I wouldn’t want to deal with the riding position of the RR. I guess you can’t have your cake and eat it too.

[@L4rceny]

That RR is the most beautiful bike I've ever seen. Goodbye 20 grand...

[@shanec8224]

RR for SURE!!!! if I'm spending in the teens for a bike I'm for sure gonna shell out 2k more for this dime piece. RS does nothing for me.

[@Arabeon]

Thanks for the video, I really wanted a comparison, I think I'll go with the RR

[@scottygdaman]

Love the channel more to the point in an easy to listen. i suspect that's due to the lack of nonsense some review channels put up,,like a cheesy fm radio d.j. a friend mentioned,,hows a person in your occupation and under 35 ? get insurance ? imagine that interview,,, well i test ride many super bikes all over europe +.. ..

[@badmondaywang]

speed triple looks better. more authentic and genuine. Back in the days , our so call classic bikes is not designed for “retro” look but the state of art tech . As time goes by , they become “classic”. For modern era newer bikes…better take the same design principle which will eventually stand the test of time and becomes “classics”. The “retro” inspired design is just a compromise in some way.

[@painsrides3616]

The RR looks like all business and the RS isn't too shabby either..muscle everywhere, no nonsense machines, meant to ride. I have no use for a Speed Triple, but would I really need one to own one ;)

[@jarydt1152]

Imagine if they made a full blown 1200cc triple superstort daytona with 200hp with all the electronics, I would really consider buying one.

[@15284750]

I rode the RR recently. I'd never buy it just like any other sport bike for its seating position. I prefer a more comfortable upright position on a naked bike. However its electronic suspension impressed me. It was firm but plush at the same time over bumps.

[@juanvaldez6321]

On video the RR looks meh, but in person it draws you in. Seating position isn't super aggressive either. Between a speed triple and Daytona

[@sticky9996]

I waited and waited for the RR and when it arrived I was slightly miffed by the clip ons below the yoke, I was hoping for a ace bar set up or clip ons above the yoke. As ride road and track. Plus the price point made me wince. So I bought a mint second hand RS and spending a little on a revalve from MCT. I have a street 765rs and wanted the same agility but with more go for pulling out of bends at the track etc. So the RS gets my vote for versatility. I will be taking my RS euro touring this year too.

[@batmikipig]

I sat for some seconds on the RR at eicma. I have a 2000 vfr 800, and I'm 188cm tall, well i was surprised for how comfortable it is compared to mine. I was aspecting it to be waaay more uncomfortable... I also sit on the R3... that's my bike crush 🥰🥰

[@armadnt]

I'd go for the RS all day. Love the styling. Just wish they came in white. My current Speed Triple is white and I just have a thing for white bikes in general.

[@fhumudzaniratshili8017]

I like the RS. But I wish the semi active suspension was also offered as an option on the RS….

[@Desmo904]

I love the RR personally but it's like saying I like this superyacht over that one as I'll never be able to afford either unfortunately.

[@perryburns6515]

I actually think the white is better than the red! But I don't understand why they couldn't have the front fairing continue all the way up to and around the headlight. Or at least in the same colour. Just stands out and ruins the look a little. It's undoubtedly for the air intake but they should have tried harder to engineer a solution!

[@jamestonguet1737]

The RR would be the perfect mate for my Thruxton TFC , a 21st century Cafe' Racer

[@timhicks2154]

Linked brakes? I like them. I have those on my Moto-Guzzis.

[@nitinsharma12]

i wish they had launched the same in 765 engine, i dont think i require more power than that in this look....

[@frankkoos8053]

RR for the looks- coming from an r9t. Would it be weird to put the rs handlebar set up on the rr?

[@1050cc]

Same as you mate, RS. I think, to my mind, it's the better looking bike ;-)

[@reneseuret6271]

You have to see the RR in person, then you'll know what a good-looking bike it is.

[@sangeethsuresh9320]

Yes its hard to choose between these 2 bikes almost similar but yet different. Speed triple RR looks little bit cooler with the half fairing and the round head lamp where as the speed triple RS looks very aggressive for a naked bike. well i choose the RR 😍😍.

[@PaulincrediblypleasingSmith]

I can't understand why many more younger riders aren't attracted to the new triumphs,they have everything going for them!

[@Retirement_Life]

Great comparison video. I’d have the RS, as this suits my riding style better.

[@gerardmontgomery280]

the RR is lovely but it's a big premium over the already rather expensive RS.

[@robinsmiggy3884]

Agreed Bob, RS with RR sussers please Triumph? Great review as always

[@01mrlek]

I like the RR a lot. I have a trident for daily riding and will keep that. The RR would be a group ride, track day or spirited ride bike not a daily rider for me. I have only seen the red in the flesh as the local dealer doesn't have a white one on the floor yet. I think I prefer the white but will wait to see it.

[@masongoss4615]

If money was no object - the RR is the bike that would be on top of my test ride list. Great video.

[@lgrw660factory]

Both of these are far too expensive for me. I wish Triumph would put a proper rear end on the Trident. If it looked more like the rear ends of these two then the Trident would look fantastic!

[@timviei]

The riding position from the RR is more or less agressive than the Supersport S?

[@HabitualFixation]

RS with Ohlins Adjustable please❤️

[@cpuuk]

9:25 I think you mean "Speed Triple RS" ;-)

[@robertmiller1638]

Great video. Thanks for the comparison.

[@mch1n118]

RR for me

[@the_luki]

That fairing would be awesome on the rs too!

[@weqsas]

No.

[@speedtriprr537]

I have to hat color in the RR, love it so much.

[@blondiejoe]

RR looks so much better. Nice bike!

[@iNFiN3]

I would love a street triple RR

[@PapaHolm]

I would pick both 🔥🔥

[@dylanrichards9984]

RR everyday of the week 👍