Triumph Speed Triple RS Review | What's it like to live with? - Lessons Learned

[@armadnt]

When I first got on my Speed Triple, I was actually shocked at how comfortable it is. Such a joy to ride, so being able to stay in the seat for hours is bloody brilliant

[@AndreasBrOlesen]

Perfect review! just never get tired of this beautiful motorcycle. The fact that the straight line performance doesn’t quite match the competition can also be a positive since you can enjoy more of this bikes potential on the road. The handling of this bike is still class leading. One downside I believe you missed is cleaning the bike properly is quite time consuming. Dirt really gets in everywhere! I bought a 2019 RS exactly two years ago, and I still love it!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I agree all round - on the power front this has more than enough for great fun road riding...

[@Thomas-qn4hj]

Just added a 2019 Speed Triple S, because of my 2007 Tiger 1050. Speed Triple is comfortable (surprised at the lack of wind buffet even in triple digits), quick, sounds sweet, I wouldn't mind a little more in the electronics department, but the most important thing about the motorcycle is, I want to ride it all the time.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sounds good to me Thomas!

[@adysmith2772]

Been riding mine since September and can tell you they are amazing! Dont let power figures fool you, if you dont ride on track much (Never for me) they are more than quick enough and will get you into serious trouble in no time. They Premium finish and ride quality is what did it for me 😍 ohhh and the sound

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes the Triumph Triples sound great at full chat don’t they....

[@adysmith2772]

@@TheMissendenFlyer The sound is so addictive haha, check in the TFT menu that shift assist is enabled. might be why your quick shifter wasn't working on your demo bike.

[@karlosh9286]

Yeah, I can't say I need anymore than 148 BHP for the road. To be fair, I don't even need that much. I test rode a Super Duke R, now that was WAY too much for me. I got the Speed Triple.

[@lm2487]

Thank you TMF, Your channel is brilliant!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well thank you!

[@dubdario120]

Thanks for bringing back what it's like under the saddle,it's up there with what it's like to lug around in my book 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you think so!

[@Errol.C-nz]

@@TheMissendenFlyer had to lookup the engine size & specs 😦

[@Blase778]

It's alright for a short afternoon ride with pillion, no complaints from my wife at all. She's 5'5" and foot pegs are just in the right place. The longest day trip was about 200 miles and we had to stop several times on the way back home. Thanks for a great review of this amazing machine 😀

[@karlosh9286]

My wife will not get on the back of my Speed Triple ! She get's on the back of the Speed Twin :)

[@gjkMN]

I agree. I recently did 400 miles over 2 days and towards the end of each day I was hurting. Mainly due to the slope of the seat.

[@djesonic]

I love my 2018 speed Triple. It's the perfect all rounder for me.

[@Brookmanrider]

Definitely is 👌🙏

[@samuelgillard2196]

'Another muggle dispatched' love it 👍🏼

[@craigmason6656]

Great review Andy. I've loved everything about my '18 Speed RS. Best purchase I've ever made. I did wince when the rear cowl hit the floor though. Cheers from Melbourne.

[@nathanskevington]

Me to made me cringe lol.

[@EricBanner571]

Unusual for Andy who appears to be very anal about his bikes.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I regretted dropping that as soon as I did so!!! I knew it would get some comments!!! My bad....sorry!!!

[@fido0825]

I bought a '19 S, Crystal White, brand new off the floor where it had been sitting for over a year. Here in southern Missouri few people know what a Triumph is. My local dealer is 35 mi away and is also a Yam, Kaw, Suz and Indian dealer so his Triumphs remain his best looking, best finished, in many cases best performing bike brand. Yet they're also his lowest volume brand in the store. I've ridden for over 50 yrs and have owned all Japanese brand bikes until I bought this Speed Triple. I've never had any significant problems with any brand. My most recent bike had been a '19 Yam MT09 - great engine but somewhat "nervous" street handling even with the fully adjustable suspension. Previous to the MT I rode an '05 Kaw ZX10 for over 10 yrs which had been, by far, the finest bike I had ever owned. With just over 5k on the clock the Triumph has been wonderful so far. With fully adjustable Showa suspension (very similar to my ZX10) I have found it remarkable in recreating the "feel" of my ZX while being considerably more comfortable to ride on day long trips. Fit and finish are beyond any of my previous Japanese bikes but then you pay a bit more for it. The engine has been wonderful - muscular torque over a very broad range, more "relaxed" than the MT, more sport touring oriented than the ZX - truly one of the great all-around engines I've had the pleasure of riding with a stock exhaust note that sings my perfect tune. This bike could very easily be transformed into a great sport tourer with just a bit of a screen up front, lower footpegs and higher bars. Gearing is sport touring wide and comfort for me is excellent (that "firm but plush" capability of the better modern day inverted fork designs). I'll have this bike for sometime to come as is scratches all my itches while the new 1200 has become so much more track focused and expen$ive!

[@paulscammellscampi3743]

Good review bit harsh with the seat cowl

[@gregorygrimm3310]

Made me cry a little.

[@marcpec11]

@@gregorygrimm3310 I was absolutely shook..

[@CarpeDiem_-]

Thought the same!!

[@gusjones9654]

I thought the same, what an asshole

[@motorbiketoureruk]

I had one, great bike, amazing on track, good at touring (givi tanklock bag and ventura rack), I had no problems keeping with a tuono and superduke on track, gearbox can be problematic, with the QS/blipper fitted I had constant missed gears and crunching into gear. Everything about the bike feels premium, it’s a great road bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good to hear - thanks for the feedback....

[@skts2610]

There’s no doubting that all the triumph triples have such a lovely sound to them👌🏽

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Defo...

[@teneretraveller8980]

Most comprehensive, confirmation of what a great bike it is. Happy travels

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

And you TT! Always good to have you along!

[@davidebbs2797]

6 axis imu standard, the electronics are hardly outdated. Another great review TMF, from Perth with Summer Speed RS Regards. Btw, can you give the Factory a hurry up there and have them announce the 1160 Speed already :-)

[@UncleWally3]

In the last decade of the five I’ve been riding, I’ve bought three new and one almost new motorcycle. That’s not bragging, it’s confessing. Looking back, I shake my head and wonder what I was thinking. After all, isn’t there a plethora of “demos” and unsold / barely used 2018 -19 bikes for sale? Well, maybe not a “plethora” but how often does a fellow get to use the word plethora? Anyway, a Speed Triple is a real contender for my new “buy anything but new” attitude. Thanks for the insight. That aside, I’d love to hear if I’m an anomaly or representative of a demographic that starting to grow weary of dealership fees and new bikes designed to accessorize, option and farkle a rider to bankruptcy?

[@kevincrockett5155]

I'm like that with many things to include cars, kayaks, wave runners, bicycles etc. There are some really good used deals out there for a fraction of the new price though you need to be quick on the trigger to actualize them

[@painsrides]

The Speed Triple has always fascinated me.. If I wasn't spending all of my time and money on off-road riding, I might have one as a "play bike"

[@mtriple8488]

Nice review @TheMissendenFlyer - one thing to note, it does have wheelie control. Once you have one and get used to it, the wheelie control gets tested regularly 😂

[@chrisholmes1383]

Hey TMF, great Vid as usual. It was really good to see the sit on view as knowing the height of the bike is a major factor for me, it would be good to see that on all of your future 'living with' videos.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I will try and include it as a number of people have asked....

[@roseysnapper]

Lovely bike, great review as always. One thing regarding keyless: I have a 2019 Tiger 1200 XRT with keyless. What I do is keep the master key on a lanyard around my neck and then have one of the ‘dumb’ keys in a pocket to access fuel tank, top-box, panniers, etc. I don’t have a problem and prefer not having the master key in an ignition barrel. So, for me at least, keyless works well.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough - I just think it was a problem that didn’t need solving!

[@pjclark8624]

Carry two keys when I go riding, madness. If manufacturers use the 'security' of keyless reason, then why no immobiliser and a tracker in the frame. Different in a car with central locking for all doors and flaps. TMF spot on.

[@smtsslt7468]

Looking forward to a keyless bike. Never remember which pocket I’ve put it in and often forget to look before putting helmet and gloves on. Then I have to take them off, to look in my jeans which are under my wet weather gear, because I can’t see the zip with a helmet on or undo it with gloves!😂

[@donarmstrong4166]

Keyless ignition is absolutely great!! Best convenience when riding! ...I do not know about you, but I do not use the key to access my seat and fuel cap everytime I come on and off the bike...

[@SickBikeDude]

LOVE my black 2017 speed triple S Looks great, Goes great, Sounds great ,Smooth, Fueling is amazing, Neutral is super easy to find, it’s comfortable enough. It just does everything a roadster should do. I can’t fault it in any way really and there isn’t too many bikes I’d trade it in for. Perhaps a 1290 Duke R. Maybe.

[@anthonyfox2836]

Refreshing review on this bike. Always wondered what they’re like. In Dublin Triumph bikes are rare like Ducati for example. Thanks Mr. Fly for giving a great insightful review , honest feedback analysis of an iconic motorcycle.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure Anthony!

[@Nick_of_Time]

Cruise control - brilliant! My commute’s about 1400km (because Australia!) so CC is a deal breaker. So many great bikes still don’t have it, so well done Mr Triumph!

[@newkurosawa]

Hi mate, I have a speed triple. You need to go into the settings to turn on the quick shifter. For some reason when the battery gets low it switches off but it is just a case of switching it back on and you are good to go. I replaced the Corsa's with Michelin Road 5's which transformed the bike for me particularly in the damp and wet weather. Big positive for big guys - I am 6' 3" is the mirrors. You can actually see what's behind you. Excellent review..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks - and thanks for the tip on the QS! Doh!

[@andystanway6639]

Cracking video Andy. Just purchased a 2019 speed triple RS. It’s arriving next week. I can’t bloody wait!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations Andy - exciting times!

[@shmac96]

I've missed your videos! Was in Canada for a few months without regular wifi. Back in Europe and your videos bring me joy lol! Cheers!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Got some catching up to do then!

[@shmac96]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Looking forward to it!

[@MachoMadness69420]

Now that’s a proper man’s bike 💪

[@martinlewis8225]

Thanks TMF great vid as always. I’ve got the 2016 speed triple S which is a fantastic machine.

[@Banditmanuk]

I've owned a 2014 Speed Triple, was a great bike. SW Motech Blaze panniers allow touring. If you ride in all weathers then those Pirelli Super Corsa tyres would need to come off for me......verging on dangerous in really wet weather. Keyless really puts me off this newer model . I own an MT10 and the engine in that completely outclasses the aging Triumph lump and I do think it's in need of an upgrade (it's still a great engine) Leg position for me as a tall fellow felt cramped on the Speed Triple.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers BM - always good to hear from you!

[@bambam71279]

I have a 2013 speed triple se in grey and blue. Everyone comments on it as they are relatively rare. I dont think I could ever let her go. But I could add the rs beside when I'm more flush!!! Garage goals!!! Keep up the good work TMF I really love the triumph brand just hope they keep the quality control for the future bikes. 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think if anything the quality just gets better and better with Triumphs!

[@TzeiEm]

I really like this review because you cover so many things compared to others. Usually reviewers only concentrate on the performance side, how nicely bikes wheelie and how they do on the race track. But to me that is quite insignificant because I don't do wheelies and almost any bike with +140bhp is fast enough and I can say it without reviews. Things like slow speed comfort around town, gas mileage etc are more interesting to me. And yes, mileage does matter even when buying an expensive bike because I'm definitely not rich but wanted to buy a dream bike and worked hard to save money for it :) Regarding keyless ignition, I love it. When paired with electronic fork lock (which absolutely no one talks about in their reviews) you only have to take the key out of your pocket when refueling and I personally rarely have to fill up my bike more than once a day so it's not a problem.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching - and glad you like the format, I try and cover what I'd want to know if I were buying a bike....like you I'm not really worried about how it goes around a track or wheelies but the other stuff I covered.....

[@simonrobinson7536]

Another cracking living with review as all ways

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Simon....

[@jahmic]

By far my favorite bike. Bought a new 2007 model and unfortunately had to sell it shortly after. Went and bought myself another one a few years ago and haven't considered another bike since then.

[@miserablemongoose1670]

Love these reviews, very thorough!!! You cover everything I’m looking for in a bike!! Keep up the good work!👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you like them - I try and cover the things I'd think about if I were buying the bike....

[@richardgeens3869]

Well done Mrs Flyer, looking forward to the MTMF channel 👍

[@Fee.1]

I can’t wait to see your thoughts on the Trident vs the bigger triples

[@stuarthiggs3845]

I had a street triple rs I now want the speed rs , think it looks better with seat cowl off , and I’d definitely get a two into one low down pipe on it , I personal don’t like the two pipes under the seat , great reviews TMF. Plus your garage is amazing I’d just put a single bed in there and live in it ha ha , all the best TMF.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If there was room I might!

[@daniellekoran7906]

Two weeks into ownership of my 2020 Speed Triple RS in Crystal White. I love it. Unfortunately with winter hitting, I've only been able to do 144 miles on it, but it's really great. I don't mind that it's not the fastest Streetfighter on the market, it's more than adequate. I do agree about the boring colors, but the Crystal White is a fantastic color. Also annoyed that no heated grips standard (I fitted them in my garage the first night) and the fact that UK owners the quickshifter is an option seems silly.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur Danielle!

[@soupdragon1]

Another great Bike video from TMF almost makes me want to get the bike out but then i look at the weather :-)

[@vernonwitney806]

Your 'like to with with' reviews are excellent and very real world vs what we get on launch reviews. Have to agree, Triumphs paint schemes are pretty unimaginative these days..they used to have some great colours! I traded an older street triple for one a few months back, as less than a year old with a number of extras made it a bargain. It had to be white, as flat black with dayglow yellow accents looks cheap and lets the bike down. If you think that area under the cowl is small, wait until a prospective purchaser a tail tidy. The additional wiring and connectors eat into that space even more. I seriously doubt I'd fit anything under that cowl to charge and use that USB port. Once you have the cowl off, you'll need a 5mm allan key to remove the seat..and there are more tools under there..but that makes little sense if you need your own tools to get to them, so underseat storage is a significant downside compared to the street. The quick shifter may have been set to 'off' in the menu. I disconnected the battery to connect an accessory sat nav holder...went out for a ride, no QS. Found fairly well buried in the menus there was a QS setting item. I guess default it's off. Having said that, love the handling, seems to have a tighter turning circle vs the street, feels more planted, love the looks and wanted the twin underseat exhaust, which I have a feeling will go on the next gen bike....always liked the twins on your street and didn't like the single under slung one on my later street. The torque at real world (i.e. legal) speeds feels just as good as my K1300, but feels lighter, so happy with the power delivery as well/ Have to have at lest one Triumph in the garage..plus I 'think' these at least were made in the UK. Not that it matters too much, but nice if it is UK made.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed Vernon, and thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated!

[@zerotohero5286]

I love the speed triple, looking forward to next model :-) Great in depth review as always

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you - me too!

[@davemitchell2401]

Another goody Andy, you do these vids so well mate. I'm a long time Triumph Triple guy myself, I've owned a few and still own a 2004 Daytona 955i (Tornado Red) and a 2019 Tiger 800 XRT. Keep up the good work mate, I always enjoy your productions Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very kind of you to say so Dave, glad you approve of my efforts!

[@jimmyrottencauli]

After watching Tosspotone podcast with northern Pete and after your name was brought up ...... just giving you a thumbs up ...... will watch video later 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for that - they were very kind to me!

[@TheAdventuresofPhilJones]

I love my 2016 Speed Triple 1050 S. I have Michelin Pilot Road 5's which are awesome in the wet with Triumph's traction control and Rain mode! They are great with a pillion but may not be the most comfortable position for a tall pillion, so I've been told. Nice review!

[@zook600]

Enjoy your videos bud, recently followed the ACF50 one to protect my Speed Triple, next is the Mille. I did wince a little at the Seat Cowel handling tho, ouch lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Apologies - my bad.....

[@aladinfox4098]

You can buy right angle adapters for tyre valves very cheaply. Just carry one with you, very handy for bikes where the brake discs prevent easy access. 👍

[@andrewroberts5416]

The Speed Triple is a great bike no doubt. Bags of power, greatly handling and comfortable enough for a day in the saddle, though I’m not so sure about consecutive days. However, I’ve just swapped mine for a new Ninja1000SX for extra practically and touring ability.

[@m11os]

Planning to get one this summer, your videos about it convinced me!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great machine!

[@m11os]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I have one question though. You said that you can flat foot the bike while being 5'8. I'm also 5'8, but when I sat on one, I barely got my toes on the ground. Was that bike maybe set differently than yours? Can you play with the bikes height a bit?

[@Miata822]

I love my '14 Speed Triple R. Yes, it's a bit heavy but I guess so am I. I live in a flat bit of Texas so there is a good bit of freeway riding to get to the good twisty roads. This bike is perfect for those tours, tolerable at speed on the big roads and well worth that effort once I get to the fun roads. I skipped the 2018 version, not feeling it was really worth upgrading. I was excited to hear Triumph are coming out with a major revision, hopefully with a solid power upgrade, not that it really needs more power. If the new version is better I'll get one. If not I'll be perfectly happy riding my '14 for some years to come. It seems quite reliable.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great when you find a bike you’re happy with isn’t it Bill...nice one...

[@njminer]

Good review and thanks for the "sit on the bike" and "lug test" parts of the video. I sold my Speeding Triple about a dozen years ago simply because I would have lost my license. It is a great engine but in Clint Eastwood's (Dirty Harry) words "a man's got to know his limitations". Doing 65 MPH on 45 MPH roads was way too easy... and too fun! I'm waiting for your Trident review since 80 HP fits my suburban lifestyle.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I completely get that and I'm looking forward to the Trident too!

[@asinrome]

I was actually looking at a few ads on autotrader and KZbin pushed the notification, perfect timing TMF!

[@bigal5895]

Great review about a great bike. I luv my Speed RS!! Wet weather fit Metzeler M9 great wet or dry/ Chain lube fitted a scott oiler x system / comfort i did 350 miles in a day with a couple of stops just fine/ suspension - I am 6'2" and 16 stone and and the ride is brilliant!/ A lovely quality product/ do agree with you about keyless complete waste of time when it comes to fumbling for the key to fill up with petrol. Performance is awesome and perfect for the road/ I luv my Speed RS!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur!

[@od7421]

Would have been okay if they had a solenoid lock for the tank-- unlocking if the key is in proximity for ignition, locking as soon as you walk away. (With the tucked key being a backup in case of battery drain or solenoid failure)

[@alexmorgan3435]

When I test rode one of these in 2018 the rear seat cowl flew off at 60mph as I was riding along the A605 near Oundle. Fortunately I saw it disappear in the mirrors and managed to retrieve it before a truck ran over it. It was a bit scratched but not too badly. I wasn't impressed with how it and the main seat secures. Seems to be a theme on Triumphs. My Sprint ST1050 has seat secured by two bolts which are a nightmare to take out and put back in. Triumph should take some lessons from Honda on how to secure seats. Apart from that it was a lovely bike to ride and agree with you completely. The reworked 1050 engine is a peach really free revving now and a joy to listen to. As you say more than enough power for the roads but still down on power compared to say the BMW S1000R and SDR. I don't find Triumph TFTs too bad, but then I am a kid who likes kids stuff. Great that the switchgear is illuminated. The high level Arrow cans are very nice. Brakes and suspension were awesome for road use and I should imagine pretty good on a track too. If I recall Statham at 44teeth loved it when he reviewed it on the track but did say it could do with more power which I agree with, but still not a slow bike, but quite a bit slower than it's rivals which is a shame as the rest of the bike is awesome and can easily deal with more power. Keyless ignition is a solution to a problem that never existed. I wish bike manufacturers didn't use it. Ok have coded keys to immobilise they bike so it can't be started with a screw driver, but don't go any further. Triumph wanting an additional £350 for the QS when many naked bikes have it included is a bit of a cheek. But then I suppose Triumph would just put up the price of the bike if it was included. Don't like the view of your camera facing you on the bars it makes it look like your are riding in a twisted uncomfortable riding position. Maybe you could reposition it or change the aspect to eliminate this distortion?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for stopping by Alex - always good to hear from you (maybe I am distorted....)

[@alexmorgan3435]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Always good to watch your reviews. Stick around and stay tuned ..... ;@)

[@jasonmerryweather5115]

Great review as always keep it up got my triumph speed triple 1050rs being dropped off today cant wait to get out on it in spring Regards Jason

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations 🥳

[@ticthedog9413]

👍 Good comprehensive review ( even checked how scratch/chip resistant the seat cowl is ) on a great bike. The 1050 engine gives you all the power you will ever need with a great exhaust noise Triumph are trying to clear out the old stock and there is some great bargains to be had on this model. Definitely with you on the keyless ignition, why when the ignition lock is a perfectly reliable and secure place to put your keys do manufacturers design a insecure unreliable expensive key.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Beats me!

[@mersortrf3223]

what a sunny day out there !!

[@landedzentry]

70s biker here 09:04 The rear tire - its a slick with a little groove in it.!! I'd only ride that in the winter rain at 25psi - to establish some kind of increased contact patch and tire heat. Maybe tires have progressed in 40 years . lol . I bloody hope so with the look of that thing. Corsa? Corsa hospital visits?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hehe - yes they do have a bit of a reputation for being a handful in the wet the ol Corsa’s, I run them on my Street Triple and providing you’re sensible in the wet have no issues....

[@aromaticsnail]

Would love to watch this format with the new Trident in the coming months

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Once I get access to one you can be sure I’ll be bringing you just that! Stay tuned....

[@debbieclegg2485]

Nice! Really leaning towards Triumph lately, i like the quality look of them, they look solid build and maybe ok for a short house like me to progress back to a bigger bike .. might get a test ride one day! Cheers TMF, your review covers all things to consider, very informative 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Debbie - I try and cover the stuff I’d look for if I were buying a new bike on these more in depth reviews....

[@1050cc]

Lug test noooo... 265 kilos, but as a touring proposition you should go Triumph Sprint GT. For a pillion, a really decent ride and overall just a comfortable, happy, mile muncher. The Speed Triple is a little tuned up for a smidging more HP and torque but basically the same lump, 1050cc of pure riding pleasure. The Sprint GT, an under-appreciated gem 😉

[@karlosh9286]

I do wonder why Triumph dropped the Sprint GT . I quite liked the look of it. The adventure bikes as tourers just don't do it for me. Only the Tiger Sport in Triumph's current range looks anything like the Sprint GT.

[@1050cc]

@@karlosh9286 I always liked naked bikes but went for a faired bike n now everyone's on the naked bandwaggon including Triumph ;D The GT offered the best value on second hand market for a competent tourer, yeah I'm not sure why they discontinued. It hit that gap between top of the middle weights and the high end expensive litre up bikes ! They always had some sort of flagship touring triple and u can see the same pedigree in the Trident, ST at 955 and 1050cc. Yeah Tiger Sport at 1050cc nice but value for money and touring ability and all round good looks in Caspian blue, it's always the GT ;-)

[@karlosh9286]

@@1050cc Yep, if Triumph had offered a half faired Speed Triple , say like the Suzuki GSXS1000F, I'd have probably bought that. Tiger Sport 1050, I like it, but it's quite a bit bigger than a Speed Triple. I have an issue "getting my leg over" ( yeah story of my LIFE ! )

[@hawkslayers1]

Good honest and fair review I love it bought it in the Same colour but you love black with gold wheels which I love also and I wish it was that like your street triple , but overall it’s a great bike so bring on spring/summer😊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Amen to that!

[@saw6463]

I love your living with the bike reviews

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@debenhamdave4314]

Owned at 2014 Speed triple and agree felt a little top heavy, love my Street triple but if I'm honest think prefer the bigger muscular Speed, Cheers TMF

[@dalehawkes1698]

I love them seriously thought about getting one as a fun bike great job TMF as always 👍👍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Dale

[@1teenybop]

Just ordered a 2019 speed triple s,sold my 2017 speedy & concentrated on my 400/4 & moto morini,,then picked up a new cb650r in June as I was looking for a modern ride.Worst mistake I've made since selling the triple R.The honda was so bland and character less,if had had been able to get a test ride it would have saved me a fortune.Lesson learned and the new speed is going to be a keeper.;-)

[@od7421]

Thank you for the insights! I'm a former 955i Speed Triple owner and was looking toward my next motorbike from a weird list of possilities, including either a Honda CBR650R, CB1000R or even an older CBR900RR 'FireBlade' -- or going with what I know and get a newer, 2016-2020 Speed Triple 1050. The idea of the modern Honda inline fours is appealing but the steel frames give me pause and the damning notion that they are 'bland' when that is exactly what a inline-four sport bike SHOULDN'T be is frightful for their cost of entry. The FireBlade I have no doubt would be an exciting riot but it answers a different question and its age and carbs likely make it more suited to a second bike instead of only bike.

[@1teenybop]

Quick update,, never been happier with my decision to return to speed triple ownership. Terrific machine and does everything well. Of course there's faster, better handling etc machines out there, but my crystal white triple is here to stay ❤

[@dddon513]

I've had one of these for 2 and a half years. Put on a small low exhaust. Those giant twin cans ruin the look and are just an extra 15lbs imo. I like keyless. Very convenient. It's my only rig. Gets used for commuting and fun. It's pretty good at both. I keep thinking about going to something else, but it's hard to think of something that would be worth it.

[@David40S]

I've just bought a low mileage black RS from my local dealer. What an awesome machine it really is. One comment when comparing this with the 2014 Street Triple R that I traded up from, the gearbox feels a bit agricultural in comparison. There is a loud Harleyesque clunk when engaging 1st, and sometimes 4th to 5th can be a bit clunky. The Shift assist (quick shifter) works well, both up and down the box, but on the odd occasion its been a bit harsh. Other than that it is stomp down amazing!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm surprised to hear that David.....

[@David40S]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I found out that they had supplied the bike to me with too much chain slack (I'm apparently a lighter bloke that the average lardy who rides these!). As a result the chain was slapping and this gave a very harsh change with the quick shifter. I liked your review of the new Speedy RS, but am glad I bought the 1050.

[@alanhall7213]

I came back to look at this review again after seeing this week's test of the 2021 Speed Triple RS. My local dealer is offering a pretty good deal on a 2020 "S" with the up and down quick shifter included. I was waiting for the the latest model as a possible replacement for my 2012 Speedy but now I'm thinking that I should go for one of the last of the 2020 models... especially considering the MCN review you highlighted on your monthly update.

[@David40S]

@@alanhall7213 I gave a lot of thought to this too, and while I think Triumph get better and better, super/hyper nakeds seem to be moving towards ridiculous high end power and track day use/posing rights down the pub. How much more power do you need than the 148 bhp of the previous generation. Michael Neeves from MCN loved the new bike on track, but was critical of the suspension on public roads, bemoaning the loss of the plush feeling of the previous bike. The other thing to consider is that the new iteration is way more expensive, with a lot of features that have little to do with normal road riding. I love the previous version and while the gearbox is a little agricultural compared with the Street Triple and from what I've read, the new model, once its set up, the older bike is a peach.

[@dougie1325]

I still love my 2016 Speedy and the 2021 spy pics of the reported 180bhp new model look very interesting. This should fit in well with the SDR, S1000R and Tuono. I don't think most people will manage to get the best out of the 200bhp hyper naked bikes like the Streetfighter, though a lovely bike anyway. That's makes the new Speed a potential upgrade for me on the list. I'll pretend I didn't see the rear cowl howl. All the best Andy and thank you for another great review.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Dougie - no rear cowls were harmed in the making of this video....

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video fantastic bike stay safe looking forward to next one 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@karlosh9286]

As you know, I've got a Speed Triple and a Speed Twin ! Your review is spot on. I moan about the look of the twin headlights, don't know if I should say, for actually lighting up the road, I find them better than the Speed Twin. The lighting is more "even" on the Triple. Maybe I should stop moaning about the "look". Wet weather riding. What's that ? :-D Pillion. My wife will not get on the Triple, she happily gets on my Speed Twin. Triumph do supply both the seat cowl and a pillion seat for the Triple at no extra cost when you get the bike. Pillion seat is very small and high up, along with high pegs, and the high level exhaust could be an issue on the thighs. It is not a bike for pillions ! I'm getting 50 MPG :) When I got my one, in a deal in Aug 2020, it came with an inclusive quick shifter. The heated grips got added via an options voucher. Plus Triumph were giving £1000 off if you took the finance, which you could clear within say a week or so and only pay a very tiny amount of interest (£40 ish) . So £960 off, assuming you could clear the finance, and a few of the options at no extra cost. Quick shifter on my one works really well. I love it. ( Something I'd like on the Speed Twin, but that doesn't seem easily possible ) In Aug 2020, I test rode the current Street Triple RS and the current Speed Triple. I much preferred the feel of the Speed. The massive amount of low down grunt, and it feels more "meaty". Exhaust note on the Speed is a lot better. The current Street Triple RS is a very good bike, just not as good as the Speed Triple RS IMO. Only thing I prefered on the current Street Triple is it has a larger fuel tank. Yep it's a Sunday back road blaster, that's what I've got my one for. As a commuter in town centres, it would be fine, but you don't need 148 BHP for that. You could tour on it but without a pillion ! Comparing both my bikes, I prefer riding the Speed Triple. I prefer looking at my Speed Twin (it is still a good ride, just not as good as the Triple) . Don't tell the Speed Twin or Triple that !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow - thanks for that lot!

[@karlosh9286]

@@TheMissendenFlyer sorry, I guess I wanna be a youtube reviewer, and typing a few lines is easier than the hard work of making videos :)

[@markkelly8521]

Great review as usual andy and totally agree. I.love my speed rs. Unfortunately just had back surgery and having to sell it now due to no use for a while. Keep up the great work 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hope you recover soon Mark!

[@ragerider6283]

Nice vid & review. A friend has one & it's just a very classy & understated bike.

[@invictalad]

As I’ve said before, I bought my 12 plates street triple r after watching one of your reviews years ago, loved it. Sold it due to break up with missus. I then test rode the speed triple rs, I liked it, but in the same day I rode the ktm superduke GT and a Ducati street fighter, both which blew The triumph out of the water. The triumph was great in isolation, but not next to the competition, hopefully the 1160 makes up for this. I ended up with the street triple rs 2018 and love it like my old bike. Also no QS on the RS when the competition had blipper and QS as standard. Although I do like the carbon...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...my Streetfighter reviews are coming soon....what a machine!

[@invictalad]

@@TheMissendenFlyer effortlessly fast and beautiful to look at, oh and the sound on the standard cans, amazing! I see the sex appeal with Ducati’s, I felt like every biker was looking at me!

[@bradleyalexander5821]

Massive “Shout-Out” to Triumph/U.K. 👍🏼They do treat you, and us very well. Back of my mind I’m secretly looking for a quality naked. Nah 3 bikes aren’t too many! Ah look whom I’m typing at. (5+1 loaner) Anyway your reviews leave few questions, if any. Thanks as Always TMF. 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎

[@docmarten8382]

Keyless is a Marmite debate. I love the concept, its easy to use, especially the central locking on the fuel tank cap on my bike.... as you say with the Triumph, the key is king for opening the seat. One point mind.... from 80’s bikes onwards until recently, they came with very weedy and weak keys which bent or broke at the least provocation. Now with the crossover from the car world, the keyless fob comes with a very substantial key so perhaps its been a means to an end to have decent keys and locks on bikes at last.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Maybe - keyless works for me on bikes with many locks (like big tourers with keyless panniers) but on a bike like this I’m quite happy to be “old school” and have a key....

[@docmarten8382]

Forgot to say... 🙄 The Speed Triple... the frame is a gorgeous piece of engineering beautifully crafted. With that, the single swing arm it is working its way to be a future classic. Good review.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Doc!

[@ianofsjkartwork]

That is a lovely bike......I do love a good speed triple......that was a great honest review.....stay safe....thanks for sharing

[@scottstetson2879]

Very good review. I happen to like the color way. Different strokes for different folks as they say.

[@thephaze3]

Hey Mr flyer. When using your go pro for the night demo, set it to highest res (4k) 30 fps. This will a allow 1/30 shutter speed giving you an extra stop of light. The higher res will also help. Don't forget to ensure your max iso for the preset used at night is atleast 1600 I have a short clip on my channel if you want to see what that looks like. Might be of help to you

[@simonbealing]

What a sound when you give it some. Lovely bike:)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Couldn't agree more!

[@jamesfisher1827]

A detailed and comprehensive review. 👍

[@perryburns6515]

Lovely vid as usual TMF! You still haven't been as excited as you were during the MT10 review on any other bike. Being an owner I can understand why. Having said that I do love the speedy! Better brakes, chassis, looks and faster around a track according to various magazines. I couldn't afford one so never test rode it 😕

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wait until you see my Streetfighter reviews!!

[@specialcircs]

Good lord, careful chucking that pillion cowl cover onto the ground! Eeek!!!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry about that - regretted it the moment I did it....let myself down there

[@jameswoodward6248]

Thought the same...

[@ricardoedwardo5799]

Actually thought it was funny💃

[@iamthemobey]

Fantastic review. Can't wait to see the 1160!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You and me both!

[@paulbrook2459]

Great review as always 👍the cap sleeve jacket looks like something off Star Treck ! please don’t be offended 🙏🙏great work

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not at all....I was told earlier I looked like Emperor Ming so Star Trek is a step in the right direction....

[@paulbrook2459]

@@TheMissendenFlyer 😂🤣

[@spetersonmusic]

I have a '19 Speed Triple RS. I *love* and adore that machine. 15,000+ miles so far. Those Super Corsa's in the wet and/or cold... NO. I swapped mine out after the first summer and after a few different sets of tires, I find my favorite is the Pirelli Diablo Rosso III. I had some moments on the Super Corsas in the cold and one in the wet. Tar strips in the wet = scary. I removed the pillion pegs/legs straight away. I replaced the horn straight away. I average about 47 mpg. The screen layout you were using it with is my preferred of all they offer - and I also actually like that one personally but do agree with you on the Mickey Mouse/Fisher-Price look of some of the other layouts. I cannot understand who thinks some of those layouts are functional. The turning circle is terrible, I agree. Hearing you do a "woo hoo!" on the overtake = my thoughts exactly. It's no Tuono, but it is fast enough; at least for me. Give me torque in the midrange and I'm a happy guy. (A naked above 90mph is not fun, so ultimate top-end speed matters little to me). I cannot stand (!!!) the sticker graphics they put on it the last two years, mine came with the more tasteful red/gray stripes which I've either swapped for carbon fiber parts and replaced or I've removed them from mine (the all-black colorway). When shopping for a new bike back in 2018, I narrowed it down to the Street Triple RS vs the Speed RS; one thing blew me away immediately - torque. It was a no-brainer choice. I thoroughly enjoyed this review and it feels like home to hear that triple revving up.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great stuff Scott - great machine too, for some reason I didn't have you down as a Speed Triple man...dunno why....

[@spetersonmusic]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I had a '13 Street Triple R... and then the Speed. The Speed will be a very long-term keeper for me.

[@SteveInskip]

Morning Andy; good informative vid as always. Touring shouldn’t be a big issue. A single geezer with a tank bag, a tail pack and a small ruck-sack should have plenty of space if you’re hotelling it or doing B&B’s. How many pairs of undercacks do you need? (Answers on a postcard)! Oh, and best not to check the oil level with the bike on its side stand! 😉😉👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed...wasnt so much checking it as showing where the dipstick is but point taken!

[@RutgerSmets]

Lovely video! I hope the up and coming speed triple wont be too amazing, cause I might actually want one haha

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That’s assuming there is one - I’m only guessing!!

[@Ravan_Caw]

Well organised review Andy 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@chriscarbaugh3936]

Agree the colour schemes are very poor. Then there’s the RS price ... that is Duc Monster level! I had an old 955i back in the day and I have been recently tempted, but bikes to me are toys and really it’s hard to justify a new machine at these price points. Now maybe a Speed Triple, ~~ ‘12 for £4.5k ... 👍

[@rogerthedodger5788]

Good chance if quick shifter not working is that it's not enabled in the settings. If disconnected or flat battery it's resets to not enabled.

[@S1000xrhp]

Great review, very happy with my non-keyless 16S and agree with most of your review. Heated grips over keyless any day. As for power, I find it plenty enough and very accessible as the torques the thing! Lord save us from top trump riding gods but having said that I will be tempted by an 1160 😉

[@giancarlo00]

Complimenti. Ottima analisi, chiara e approfondita. Ho provato da poco il 1050 rs e non mi sono mai divertito cosi tanto. Sound indimenticabile. Non so se aspettare il 1200 o approfittare delle offerte sul 1050 che adoro. Sicuramente la mia prossima moto a breve sarà suna speed triple.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Gracia!

[@Nell1052]

Nice review Andy, getting better with every incarnation :) Mind, i much prefer this Speedie tft display to the later silly graph tft's as fitted to the 900 Tiger etc, couldnt agree more on the colours, I'll be holding onto my yellow 94R, Orange 1050 Tiger & roulette green Street Triple unless Triumph produce the new 1160 in funky new skittles colours :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good plan!

[@Icem4n84]

I very nearly bought one of these a few months back. The Superduke won out though. I'm not ready to have a more sensible bike yet. With regards to keyless ignition, in a car I don't get it. You need to have it in your hand to unlock the thing. On a bike I've been converted purely on the basis that I cannot leave my key in the ignition or top box, we've all done that at some point, and you're less likely to have it pinched by some A-hole at a set of lights. I would also like the option of being able to put it into an ignition though.

[@matthewoliver9055]

Got keyless ignition for my car, certainly don't need it in my hand to unlock it, just walk up to a door and open it, keys in my pocket, on a bike can't see the point especially if you need it for petrol cap

[@Icem4n84]

@@matthewoliver9055 I don't need the key for the petrol cap, you have 30 seconds from when you turn the engine off to lift the cap. It varies bike by bike. The amount of times I've accidentally left the key in on my bike having keyless ignition is a good idea.

[@matthewoliver9055]

@@Icem4n84 I suppose it is but I don't leave keys in ignitions so for me pointless

[@Icem4n84]

@@matthewoliver9055 Well I tend not to keys in the ignition but I have done it. I have also known of someone who has had his keys pinched at a set of lights.

[@HippoDrones]

Been saving this one for an undistracted eve, I love the 1050 Speed Triple, and would utterly have one in my garage if it weren't for the rumoured 1160 :-) I don't understand why other manufacturers do not do the right angle tyre valves, so much easier to use! Oof, you bad man throwing the seat cowl on the floor! :D It is the touring ability, basically the luggage issue that puts me off, fortunately I can own a couple of bikes so can ride somit else on the longer trips, but it would be nice if it had a stronger subframe to allow for luggage options! I very much can't wait to see what the new Speed Tipple will be like, and I shall probably own one if they release it before the money burns a hole in my pocket! :D

[@Brookmanrider]

Looking forward to seeing the 1160 if it comes. 🙏👌

[@HippoDrones]

@@Brookmanrider hell yeah :-)

[@Tim955w]

Regarding fuel consumption i assume the average you mentioned is because of all the press that have been using the bike, I have had one for 2 years and its easily as good or better than any full capacity bike i have owned, very impressive actually. Thanks as always for your reviews.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I imagine this press fleet bike has been spanked pretty hard! (Not by me you understand!!)....

[@karlosh9286]

Yeah, I'm getting 50 MPG on my one. I don't go that fast though, I'm only a semi hooligan !

[@chrisromero763]

Appreciate your review, love your videos

[@terrybrooks7140]

I've just realised TMF stands for triumph massive fan 😂 who would of thought they would of come this far.

[@terrygreen4338]

Cheers Andy as always great video 🏍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you terry - appreciated!