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Triumph
                Speed Twin

New-gen Triump Speed Twins for 2025 model year

(Guy 'Guido' Allen, October 12, 2024)

Triumph recently unveiled a much-revised Speed Twin 1200, plus an RS sibling, due for delivery in Australia from early 2025.

Steve Sargent, a senior member of the product crew, said: “The new Speed Twin 1200 RS is more focused, more engaging and with even sharper responses. It’s designed for riders who want the absolute best in dynamic performance, with classic sporty looks.

“The updates to the new Speed Twin 1200 are a significant evolution for this much-loved model, and as always, we’ve made sure we retain the superior handling and classic style that everyone admires, while introducing extra power and technology that improves the riding experience seamlessly.”

Both models have come in for a major restyle, backed up by significant chassis upgrades.

According to the factory: "Creating a more spacious feel while riding, the bars on the new Speed Twin 1200 are higher and further forward than the previous model. The 43mm diameter Marzocchi forks and twin Marzocchi rear suspension units have been upgraded and now feature remote reservoirs in addition to adjustable preload on the back.

"These upgrades to the chassis increase the agility of the dynamic Speed Twin 1200, while ensuring a smooth, high-quality ride in real-world conditions. New Triumph-branded radial calipers mounted to twin 320mm discs provide excellent stopping power, together with all-round Metzeler Sportec M9RR tyres, fitted as standard.

triumph
                speed twin rs
 
"For riders looking for an even more dynamic performance and extra thrills, the new Speed Twin 1200 RS (above) has a more engaged and focused riding position. With the rear of the bike raised, the seat height increases slightly. The handlebars remain at the same height as the previous generation, but move further forwards, while the footpegs are slightly raised and further back.
 
"Top specification suspension matches the dynamic attitude of the RS, with fully adjustable Marzocchi forks and Öhlins rear suspension units. Added finesse is provided by twin Brembo Stylema calipers on 320mm discs and high performance Metzeler Racetec RR K3 tyres as standard."

Cornering ABS and traction control are part of the package.

On the engine front, we’re promised 77kW (103hp) at 7500rpm and peak torque of 112Nm at 4250rpm. The Speed Twin offers two switchable ride modes for the engine, while the RS has a third sport level that promises sharper responses.

Wet weight is 216kg and service intervals are set at 16,000km or 12 months.

Pricing is Au$22,990 for the Speed Twin and Au$27,990 on the road for the RS.

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Ed's note: Triumph's 1200 twin series has been with us for several years and one of our favourites was the Thruxton R. See our 2018 video review, below.


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