Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR: All You Need To Know

Triumph Motorcycles has introduced the 2022 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR which will go on sale in Europe sometime in early 2022. The Speed Triple 1200 RR is a retro-styled racer, described as a modern cafe racer, which is much more track-focussed than the naked Speed Triple 1200 RS. It shares the same 1160 cc triple engine but comes with sportier ergonomics, higher-spec suspension, offering sportier performance ideal for track riding. Here's a look at what the new Speed Triple 1200 RR offers.

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The Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR sports a half-fairing, kind of like a modern-day cafe racer, with a round headlight with a distinctive LED DRL. The clip-ons are lower than the 1200 RS, and the footpegs have been moved back and higher, offering a more committed and sporty riding position.

Design & Ergonomics

The Speed Triple 1200 RR shares the same frame, subframe, engine and fuel tank as the 1200 RS. Visually, the only difference seems to be the round retro-styled headlight with a distinctive LED DRL, as well as the half-fairing. But there are other ergonomic changes. The clip-on handlebars are lower, and the footpegs have been moved back, offering a more aggressive, track-focussed riding position. The RR features carbon fibre infill panels and detailing to the tank, fairing and cockpit. Additionally there are also new carbon fibre side panels as well as a carbon fibre front mudguard.

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The Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR shares the same 1,160 inline three-cylinder engine with the RS, which makes 178 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 125 Nm of peak torque at 9,250 rpm.

Engine & Performance

Built around the latest generation Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, the engine of the Speed Triple 1200 RR has been left unchanged. So, it makes the same 178 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 125 Nm of peak torque at 9,250 rpm. The engine is paired with a stacked six-speed transmission and a slip-and-assist clutch. A quick shifter derived from Triumph's involvement in the Moto2 championship comes standard. On upshifts, the Triumph Shift Assist adjusts ignition, fuel and throttle angle to relieve pressure on the gears. For downshifts, the system controls throttle blips for smoother gear changes.

Full-colour TFT screen, five riding modes, illuminated switch cubes, keyless ignition, and semi-active suspension are standard on the Speed Triple 1200 RR.

Electronics & Features

The Speed Triple 1200 RR gets a TFT instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, illuminated switch cubes and keyless system. There are four riding modes to choose from, Rain, Road, Sport, Track, and a user-configurable mode. Each features distinctly different throttle maps, ABS and traction control settings and suspension maps.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR gets Ohlins Smart EC 2.0 electronically-adjustable semi-active system. Both the front and rear suspension are fully adjustable.

Suspension & Cycle Parts

On the RR, Triumph has also upgraded the suspension, with an Ohlins Smart EC 2.0 electronically-adjustable semi-active system. Both the front and rear suspension are fully adjustable, and the semi-active system continuously adjusts compression and rebound damping to match riding style, speed and acceleration.

The half-fairing and round headlight distinguishes the RR, along with the lower clip-on handlebars, offering a more track-focussed riding position.

The 17-inch cast aluminium wheels are the same as the Speed Triple 1200 RR, but now come shod with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tyres. For even stronger performance, Triumph offers track use-only Diablo Supercorsa SC2 V3 tyres. Braking duties are handled by Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers gripping 320 mm twin discs on the front wheel, while a Brembo twin-piston caliper grips a 220 mm single disc on the rear wheel. Seat height is at 830 mm, while kerb weight is 199 kg.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR is available in two colour schemes, Red Hopper & Storm Grey, and Crystal While & Storm Grey.

Price, Colours & Availability

The new Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR is available in just two colour schemes, Red Hopper & Storm Grey, and Crystal While & Storm Grey. The Speed Triple 1200 RR will be available on sale in the UK from January 2022, priced at GBP 17,950. So far, there's no clarity on if the bike will be offered on sale in India. If it's launched, expect prices of around Rs. 18 lakh (Ex-showroom).