Most focused and exhilarating Triumph Speed Triple arrives

KUALA LUMPUR: To commemorate Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia's 10th year of operations, CEO, Dato' Razak Al Malique Hussain will be bringing his new Speed Triple 1200 RR in the coming months.

This new bike will deliver a new pinnacle in the style and design of Triumph’s modern roadster icon. With pure and flowing lines and a more sports-focused, nose-down riding position and silhouette, the RR brings a committed and arresting new look.

Rivals like the Kawasaki Ninja H2 which is priced from RM145,299, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 which retails for RM145,900 and KTM’s Super Duke GT which is selling for a much lower RM124,800 are currently the segment favorites and will give this new RR a tough fight.

Meanwhile, there is the BMW S1000 R which carries the chassis and engine of the RR that might tempt buyers away from this new Triumph. It is known for being agile, precise with 165hp from its 194 kilograms weight. Priced at RM104,500 it is a very tempting alternative.

 

Meanwhile, the stunning new cockpit fairing on the Speed Triple is sculpted to incorporate the signature-RR single round headlight set-up, which gives the bike an instantly recognizable look. Attention to detail is key to this beautiful machine, and so the whole cockpit area has been kept clean and uncluttered through the clever use of hidden cabling and hoses.

Premium new carbon fiber infill panels add an extra level of detailing to the tank, fairing and cockpit, and when combined with the new carbon fiber side panels and beautifully made carbon fiber front mudguard, the RR feels exquisitely crafted.

This new model comes in two stunning paint schemes which are Red Hopper and Storm Grey and also the equally striking Crystal White and Storm Grey option with premium gold detailing. Both schemes come, as standard, with a color coded belly pan and color coded seat cowl, which is supplied alongside the pillion seat and is easily interchangeable.

This new Speed Triple RR is designed to deliver agility and pinpoint precise handling of a 765 Street Triple RS, with all the performance and attitude of the latest generation Speed.

Updates also include new focused clip-on handlebars, which are 135mm lower and 50mm further forward than the Speed Triple 1200 RS, plus a tailored new foot peg position. When combined with the accessible 830mm seat height, narrow tank and sculpted seat profile, the new RR delivers maximum comfort and control.

The sports edge to the RR is underlined by the premium specification of equipment that comes as standard. Instrumental to this is the new Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 electronically adjustable, semi-active front and rear suspension, which is the most advanced suspension system available from Öhlins.

This new system has been specifically tuned to suit the RR’s geometry, to deliver the optimum balance of performance, comfort and control. It’s fully adjustable, even while riding, via the TFT instruments, and uses a highly-advanced suspension control unit to continually monitor the input received, including riding style, speed and acceleration to automatically adjust both compression and rebound damping in response.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR also benefits from lightweight track-spec twin Brembo Stylema monobloc front calipers and lightweight 320mm floating front discs, providing precise braking performance.

These are controlled via a Brembo front brake lever with multi-click system for span and ratio adjustability, to allow the rider to tailor the ergonomics for maximum comfort and control. On the rear, the stopping power is provided by a Brembo twin-piston caliper and 220mm single disc.

The 17” cast aluminum wheels are extremely lightweight and are fitted with the new high-performance Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tyres, unique to the RR, delivering incredible response, stability and grip on both racetrack and road.

For even more focused track use, there is also an approved track-only specification: the Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC2 V3.

Impressive performance and distinctive character come naturally to the Speed Triple RR’s 1160cc triple engine which is the same lightweight, efficient and high performing engine that already powers the RS model.

With every component optimized for power, torque and response, the powertrain delivers an impressive 180PS peak power at 10,750rpm, and 125Nm peak torque at 9,000 rpm. And, characteristic of all Triumph triple engines, the torque curve is smooth and strong from low down, right through the mid-range and all the way up to peak revs for incredible punch and acceleration. The low-inertia engine delivers outstanding responsiveness and a beautifully refined and precise feel.

The stacked 6-speed gearbox is compact and light weight, with optimized ratio progression to precisely match the power curve, guaranteeing super slick gear changes. The lightweight slip and assist clutch uses ramps in the clutch to force it together when under load, adding to the force of the clutch springs and allowing more power to be transmitted from the engine to the gearbox. The opposite is also true when downshifting aggressively, where a controlled amount of clutch slip is allowed to maximize rear wheel control.

The side-mounted, brushed stainless-steel single silencer with black end cap delivers the Speed Triple’s signature hair-raising and visceral sound for a sporty and engaged riding experience.

To commemorate Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia’s 10th anniversary, buyers of the all-new Speed Triple RR are being offered an early bird package allowing them to ride away with selected optional accessories. It final selling price will be shared very soon.

Bookings can already be made. Fast Bikes Sdn Bhd began in 2010 as the Exclusive Official Distributor of Triumph Motorcycles in Malaysia.

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