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Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS – Where Heritage Meets High-Tech Precision

For over 30 years, the Speed Triple name has been synonymous with one thing: raw, addictive performance wrapped in an aggressive naked package. The 2025 Speed Triple 1200 RS takes that legendary formula and elevates it with cutting-edge technology, making it sharper, smarter, and more exhilarating than ever before.

Performance with Purpose

The heart of the Speed Triple RS is its 1160cc inline-three engine, pumping out an impressive 183PS at 10,750rpm and 128Nm of torque at 8,750rpm. But numbers only tell half the story. What makes this triple truly special is how it delivers that power — instant throttle response combined with smooth, relentless acceleration from low revs right through to the redline. Whether you’re blasting away from traffic lights or hunting apexes on your favorite backroad, the triple’s signature character offers the perfect blend of low-end drive and top-end punch. Add the signature triple bark from the performance-tuned exhaust, and every ride becomes an event.

Rider-Focused Tech

This is where the RS truly earns its stripes. The state-of-the-art Öhlins SmartEC3 semi-active suspension continuously monitors and adjusts damping in real-time, giving you perfectly tailored handling whether you’re carving through twisties or pushing hard on track. The Objective Based Tuning Interface lets you adjust characteristics like brake support, weight transfer, and cornering grip with ease.

Five distinct riding modes (Rain, Road, Sport, Track, and Rider) put complete control at your fingertips, while independently adjustable Front Wheel Lift Control, Engine Braking Control, and Brake Slide Assist mean you can fine-tune the bike’s personality to match your style. Factor in Optimised Cornering ABS and Traction Control, the Triumph Shift Assist quickshifter, and cruise control, and you’ve got a package that flatters riders of all skill levels while rewarding those who want to push harder.

Design: Aggression Meets Elegance

The Speed Triple’s design language is unmistakable — sharp lines, muscular presence, and purposeful details at every turn. Signature twin headlights and the iconic single-sided swingarm pay homage to over three decades of Speed Triple DNA, while the minimalist tail section and sculpted fuel tank create a strikingly handsome silhouette. New lightweight wheels and a sportier seat cowl sharpen the look even further. At just 199kg ready to ride, this is a bike built to move — and it looks every bit as fast standing still.

Is It for You?

The Speed Triple 1200 RS is a serious roadster for serious riders. It’s a bike that thrives on commitment — rewarding those who want track-day capability in a street-legal package. The upright roadster stance delivers real-world comfort for longer rides, while the lightweight chassis and razor-sharp handling make it an absolute weapon in the corners. If you want a naked bike that can do it all — spirited road rides, aggressive canyon carving, or weekend track sessions — the Speed Triple RS delivers unmatched performance with that signature triple soul.

Type Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder Capacity 1160 cc
Bore 90.0 mm Stroke 60.8 mm
Compression 13.2:1 Max Power EC 183 PS / 180.5 bhp (134.6 kW) @ 10,750 rpm
Max Torque EC 128 Nm @ 8,750 rpm System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Exhaust Stainless steel 3 into 1 header system with underslung primary silencer and side mounted secondary silencer Final Drive X-ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate, slip & assist Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Aluminium twin spar frame, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe Swingarm Aluminium, single-sided
Front Wheel Cast aluminium, 17 x 3.50 in Rear Wheel Cast aluminium, 17 x 6.00 in
Front Tyre Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 – 120/70ZR17 58W Rear Tyre Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 – 190/55ZR17 75W
Front Suspension Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable USD forks, 120mm travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping Rear Suspension Öhlins monoshock RSU with linkage, 120mm rear wheel travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping
Front Brakes Twin 320mm floating discs. Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers, OC-ABS, Brembo MCS radial master cylinder. Rear Brakes Single 220mm disc. Brembo twin piston caliper, OC-ABS.
Instrument Display and Functions Full-colour 5″ TFT instruments Width Handlebars 810 mm
Height Without Mirror 1085 mm Seat Height 830 mm
Wheelbase 1445 mm Rake 23.9 º
Trail 104.7 mm Tank Capacity 15.5 L
Wet Weight 199 kg Fuel Consumption 51.4 mpg (5.5L/100km)
CO2 Figures 127 g/km EURO 5+ CO2 emissions and fuel consumption data are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures for fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real driving results.
Service Interval 10,000 miles (16,000km)/12 months
Standard Equipment Öhlins SmartEC3 semi-active suspension; Front Wheel Lift Control with 4 levels of intervention; Engine Braking Control; Braking Slide Assist (in Track Mode); Dynamic riding modes: Rain, Road, Sport, Track, Rider; Adjustable steering damper; Triumph Shift Assist up and down Quickshifter; Switchable optimized cornering Traction Control and cornering ABS; Emergency deceleration warning; Fully adjustable cruise control; Fully keyless system with disable option; LED dual headlight and distinctive rear light; Lightweight Li-Ion battery; 5-inch optically bonded TFT display; My Triumph connectivity system with smartphone integration; Bar-end mirrors with vibration isolation

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