2017 Triumph Street Triple Unveiled!
765cc in S, R, and RS versions
For anyone who held out purchasing a Triumph Street Triple on a hunch the current model was being replaced by a newer, faster, better, more powerful version, you were right to do so. Today Triumph launched three new versions of the popular mid-displacement Triple, and by the looks of it, the new model appears poised to dominate a niche occupied by only the MV Agusta Brutale 800 and Yamaha FZ-09.
If that last comment didn’t give up the goose, big news is Triumph transposed the numbers in the Street Triple’s engine displacement changing it from a 675cc to 765cc. Coinciding with the displacement bump are increases in horsepower and torque: 111, 116, and 121 claimed hp for the S, R, RS, respectively, compared to the claimed 106 crankshaft hp of the previous Street Triple, which spat out 94.3 hp to the wheel last time we dynoed one in this shootout. Of course torque has increased as well, with Triumph claiming crankshaft figures of 54, and 57 lb.-ft. for the S and R/RS, respectively, compared to 50 lb.-ft. of the outgoing Street Triple.
A slew of other changes grace the new 2017 Triumph Street Triple lineup, some of which carry across the model lineup while others are indigenous to only the higher-spec R or RS versions. All three share the same 6-speed gearbox, cast aluminum 5-spoke wheels, 366-pound claimed dry weight, and 55.5-inch wheelbase, while also enjoying new bodywork, ride-by-wire throttle, and a new gullwing swingarm. It also boasts an updated LCD instrument cluster, ABS, switchable traction control, and Road and Rain riding modes. U.S. pricing for the S model begins at $9,900; $11,200 in Canada.
Triumph divulged no pricing for the Street Triple R version at press time, but several upgrades mean it will cost more than a few C-notes over the S. Those upgrades include the aforementioned power increases, Brembo M432 front brake calipers, a slip/assist clutch, fully adjustable Separate-Function Showa fork, and fully adjustable Showa RSU shock, color TFT display, four riding modes (Sport, Road, Rain, Rider), a five-way joystick control, self-cancelling turnsignals, flyscreen, seat stitching, and pinstriping. The R (and RS) also sport livelier rake/trail figures of 23.9º/3.9 inches vs. 24.8º/4.1 inches of the S model.
From R to RS, the 2017 Triumph Street Triple gains Brembo M50 monoblock front calipers, fully adjustable Showa Big Piston fork, fully adjustable Öhlins RSU shock with piggyback reservoir, quickshifter, a fifth riding mode (Track), a chin fairing, lower chain guard, and pillion cowl. As with the R, no pricing was provided regarding the RS.
All that’s left now is for us to ride one, or, better yet, all three. We’ll let ya know when and where that takes place, with hopefully a shootout between the new 765 Street Triple and MV Agusta Brutale 800 to follow close behind. And let’s not forget the updated Yamaha FZ-09, we should throw it in for good measure, and make things even more interesting!
2017 Triumph Street Triple Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Street Triple S | Street Triple R | Street Triple RS | |
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder | ||
| Capacity | 765cc | ||
| Bore x Stroke | 77.99mm x 53.38mm | ||
| Compression | 12.65:1 | ||
| Max Power | 111 hp at 11250rpm | 116 hp at 12000rpm | 121.3 hp at 11700rpm |
| Max Torque EC | 53.8 lb-ft. at 9100rpm | 56.8 lb-ft. at 9400rpm | 56.7 lb-ft. at 10800rpm |
| System | Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI. Electronic throttle control | ||
| Exhaust | Stainless steel 3 into 1 exhaust system low single sided stainless steel silencer | ||
| Final drive | O ring chain | ||
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate | Wet, multi-plate, slip-assisted | |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | ||
| Frame | Front – aluminum beam twin spar. Rear – 2 piece high pressure die cast | ||
| Swingarm | Twin-sided, cast aluminum alloy | ||
| Front Wheels | Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 17 x 3.5in | ||
| Rear Wheels | Cast aluminum alloy 5-spoke 17 x 5.5in | ||
| Front Tires | 120/70ZR17 | ||
| Rear Tires | 180/55ZR17 | ||
| Front Suspension | Showa 41mm upside down separate function forks (SFF), 110mm front wheel travel | Showa 41mm upside down separate function big piston forks (SF-BPF), 115mm front wheel travel. Adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and adjustable preload | Showa 41mm upside down big piston forks (BPF), 115mm front wheel travel. Adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and adjustable preload |
| Rear Suspension | Showa piggyback reservoir monoshock, 124mm rear wheel travel. Adjustable preload. | Showa piggyback reservoir monoshock, 134mm rear wheel travel. Adjustable spring preload (lock-rings), compression damping and rebound damping. | Öhlins STX40 piggyback reservoir monoshock, 131mm rear wheel travel. Adjustable spring preload (lock-rings), compression damping and rebound damping |
| Front Brakes | Twin 310mm floating discs, Nissin 2-piston sliding calipers | Twin 310mm floating discs, Brembo M4.32 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, switchable ABS | Twin 310mm floating discs, Brembo M50 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, switchable ABS |
| Rear Brakes | Single 220mm fixed disc, Brembo single piston sliding caliper | Single 220mm fixed disc, Brembo single piston sliding caliper, switchable ABS | |
| Instrument Display and Functions | LCD instrument pack with analogue tacho | Full-colour, 5″ TFT instrument pack with 3x styles and high/low contrast options | Full-colour, 5″ TFT instrument pack with 2x Themes, 3x styles and high/low contrast options |
| Width | 28.9 inches at handlebars | ||
| Height | 42 inches (excluding mirrors) | 43 inches (excluding mirrors) | |
| Seat Height | 31 inches | 32 inches | |
| Wheelbase | 56 inches | ||
| Rake | 24.8º | 23.9º | |
| Trail | 4.1 inches | 3.9 inches | |
| Dry Weight | 366 pounds (claimed) | ||
| Tank Capacity | 4.6 gallons | ||
| Fuel Consumption | 50 mpg (claimed) | 49 mpg (claimed) | 50 mpg (claimed) |
| Colors | Phantom Black Diablo Red | Jet Black Crystal White Matt Aluminum Silver | Phantom Black Matt Silver Ice |
A former Motorcycle.com staffer who has gone on to greener pastures, Tom Roderick still can't get the motorcycle bug out of his system. And honestly, we still miss having him around. Tom is now a regular freelance writer and tester for Motorcycle.com when his schedule allows, and his experience, riding ability, writing talent, and quick wit are still a joy to have – even if we don't get to experience it as much as we used to.
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I wonder why Triumph triples can't rev as high as other engines. 11,700 is not bad, but many 650s are passing the 15K mark. Maybe at 1,200 CC that might make Triumph competitive with litre class 4 cylinder supersports. Like Ducati twins the lower cylinder count might require them to compensate with higher displacement. Would be nice if Triumph builds a version of this engine with 400 more CC, 50 more HP, and finally joins the elite super sport class.
Except for the modern design it is the genuine decendent of their 1970 Bonneville 650. Best all around motorcycle in its class bar none. just saying