Triumph Speed Triple 1200RS

From a press release issued by Triumph Motorcycles:

More powerful than ever before, Triumph’s 1160cc triple engine delivers relentless acceleration and performance with 180.5 HP (183PS) at 10,750 rpm and 94.4 lb-ft (128Nm) at 8,750 rpm.

Thrilling and utterly addictive, the three-cylinder engine delivers the ultimate blend of low-end drive and top-end punch, giving cutting-edge performance on the road and on the track, coupling instant throttle response with an effortlessly smooth power delivery. This is further enhanced by a revised dynamic crankshaft balancing strategy, for a significant improvement in engine refinement.

Featuring Öhlins latest-generation SmartEC3 semi-active suspension, precision-focused dynamics, and a signature roadster riding position, the new Speed Triple delivers razor-sharp handling, agility, and control in every turn. Brembo Stylema® calipers and a Brembo MCS span and ratio adjustable lever combine to offer serious stopping power and a customizable feel, even during the most demanding riding. Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tires deliver racetrack performance in a fully street legal tire.
Carefully engineered to be just 438.7 lbs. (199kg) ready to ride, the Speed Triple also sports slightly wider, higher bars and features a bold, aggressive design with purposeful details. Its sporty, upright stance conveys power and presence while ensuring the perfect balance of agility and control.

Combined with a narrow seat profile, the rider can feel an intuitive and effortless connection with the bike, delivering precise handling and real-world comfort.

The rider-focused package of equipment and technology of the new Speed Triple’s puts the rider in control, offering exceptional levels of adjustment. This includes the cutting-edge Öhlins Objective Based Tuning Interface (OBTi), which allows riders to easily adjust the suspension’s dynamic damping characteristics in different riding scenarios. The seven parameters that can be independently adjusted are:
- Front Firmness
- Rear Firmness
- Braking Support
- Acceleration Support
- Initial Acceleration Support
- Cornering Support
- Cruising Support

There is also new independently adjustable Front Wheel Lift Control, Engine Braking Control and Brake Slide Control, as well as fully adjustable cruise control.

Steve Sargent – Chief Product Officer, Triumph Motorcycles
“The new Speed Triple 1200 RS is now more refined, with a significantly improved electronics package, that makes it even easier for customers to exploit and enjoy the improved performance.”

MORE POWERFUL THAN EVER
With 180.5 HP (183PS) at 10,750rpm, the new engine delivers 3HP more than the previous generation of Speed Triple. Torque is improved too, with 94.4 lb-ft (128Nm) at 8,750rpm, which is not only 2.2 lb-ft more than the outgoing model but is delivered slightly lower in the rev range.

Incorporating learnings and expertise gathered during Triumph’s Moto2™ engine development, the Speed Triple 1200 RS engine has been engineered to be more powerful and durable, as well as being compact and lightweight.

A new, free-flowing exhaust system with a compact and lightweight silencer, streamlines gas flow and centralizes mass to improve performance, while maintaining the Speed Triple’s signature triple bark.
In addition, the must-have accessory for the new Speed Triple will be the new Akrapovič silencer, which features a titanium outer wrap and mounting bracket, finished with a carbon fiber endcap and laser etched Akrapovič logo.

RAZOR SHARP HANDLING
Featuring innovative ‘spool valve’ technology for even faster adjustment and improved comfort, state-of-the-art Öhlins® SmartEC3 semi-active technology delivers perfectly tailored precise and dynamic handling.

This includes the Öhlins Objective Based Tuning Interface (OBTi), which continuously monitors and adjusts the suspension damping characteristics. So, whether riding in a straight line, braking for a corner, balancing the bike mid corner, or accelerating out of a corner, it adjusts the damping characteristics to give the desired performance in each scenario. Riders can now customize this performance using an intuitive menu system on the TFT instruments, so the bike continuously monitors and adapts the damping in real time to deliver the optimum performance for the conditions.

For the next level of precision and control, the Speed Triple 1200 RS also features an adjustable steering damper, delivering smooth and predictable handling in every situation, as well as a pair of Brembo Stylema calipers with an MCS lever, delivering impeccable stopping performance and a customizable brake feel. Completing the set-up, the Speed Triple 1200 RS has Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tires fitted as standard, which have a bi-compound design for optimized grip, stability, and durability.

Giving the perfect balance of agility and control, the bike is compact, with bars that are slightly wider and higher than the outgoing model, creating a sporty, upright roadster stance that delivers effortlessly precise handling with real-world comfort. Where the yokes have been updated to accommodate the wider bars and the addition of the steering damper, the finish of these components has been updated to a sophisticated and understated black tone, creating a contrast with the gold Öhlins forks.

BOLD DESIGN AND AGGRESSIVE STYLING
With sharp lines and a purposeful stance, the Speed Triple 1200 RS has a strikingly handsome silhouette, with a sculpted tank and minimalist rear end that blends seamlessly with the taillight and license plate hanger.

Taking cues from the 30 years of Speed Triple design DNA, the new model retains the signature twin headlights and single sided swingarm, which reinforce the bike’s modern and aggressive styling, as well as its serious performance capability.

Evolving the design for an even sportier look in 2025, the aluminum twin-spar frame and lightweight new wheels reduce gyroscopic forces for faster turn-in and greater agility, making carving through corners effortless, while a new seat cowl sharpens the rear end of the bike.

Despite all the extra technology and the electronic suspension, the Speed Triple is still one of the lightest bikes in the class, at just 438.7 lbs. (199kg) wet weight with fuel. Contributing to this is the Speed Triple’s new lithium-ion battery, which is significantly lighter than a conventional battery.
From the bar end mirrors, to the meticulously sculpted swingarm, the attention to detail, build quality, and overall level of finish are second to none.

RIDER-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
The 2025 updates also bring new performance electronics that are configurable by the rider and adjustable independently of the riding modes. The new front wheel lift control system, which incorporates inputs from the six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) to determine the pitch of the bike, offers four levels of adjustment.

Engine Braking Control is customizable according to the rider’s preference, complementing the adjustable throttle maps and allowing riders to adjust the engine feel to suit their own riding style and the conditions.

Brake Slide Assist, which is available in Track mode only, optimizes the ABS calibration for track riding by allowing more front wheel slip and more rear wheel lift. This maximizes performance on track and minimizes feelings of being intrusive, all while providing a safety net in case of unexpected conditions.
With five distinct riding modes (Rain, Road, Sport, Track, Rider), Optimized Cornering ABS and switchable Optimized Cornering Traction Control, and the Triumph Shift Assist up and down quickshifter are all fitted as standard, equipping it with all the advanced features to maximize performance and safety in all conditions.

The design of the 5″ TFT instrument interface provides instant access to all key information, controlled by the intuitive 5-way joystick and backlit switches. The standard-fit My Triumph Connectivity System enables turn-by-turn navigation, as well as phone and music control.
There’s fully adjustable cruise control for longer rides, and a new Emergency Deceleration Warning feature activates a high-frequency flash of the brake light to alert other road users in case of hard braking and rapid deceleration.

The ignition, steering lock, and fuel cap feature keyless operation on the Speed Triple 1200 RS. For added security, the wireless function can be disabled with a single button press.

THE ORIGINAL HOOLIGAN
Paul Stroud – Chief Commercial Officer, Triumph Motorcycles
“In 2024 we celebrated the Speed Triple’s 30th Anniversary with owners, fans and collectors, clearly demonstrating how every iteration of this model has been as groundbreaking as that original hooligan we launched in 1994. Back then, it sparked the birth of a whole new category of naked sports bikes. Today, we are setting a new benchmark for triple powered performance with this new Speed Triple 1200 RS. Our customers will love the heart-racing acceleration and soul-stirring sound from this incredible triple engine, as well as the remarkable level of adjustment and control the new technology provides, giving riders the opportunity to truly tailor their ride to suit their style. Unmistakably Triumph, the handling is exquisite, as is the level of quality and detail in every aspect of the design.”