Triumph Street Twin

[TINK_imp]

I rode the new Triumph Street Twin today. I was very impressed by it.

Good suspension feedback, smooth progressive ABS brakes, good power with lots of low end torque. Overall a well balanced bike. Similar, but different to my CB1100.

My only comment was that I personally thought the exhaust sound was a bit agressive, which most buyers will like, but I thought it would get old fast and annoying on longer rides.

 

[metallyguitarded_imp]

That looks like a fun bike to ride. I'm really liking these latest renditions that Triumph has released.

 

[the_undecider_imp]

I rode the new Triumph Street Twin today. I was very impressed by it.
My only comment was that I personally thought the exhaust sound was a bit agressive, which most buyers will like, but I thought it would get old fast and annoying on longer rides.

I guess with the water cooled head damping some of the engine noise, they could go a bit more aggressive on the exhaust while still complying with noise regulations.

 

[the Ferret]

i'm suprised about 2 things. The loud exhaust note since my Bonneville was so quiet even I went for replacement Triumph off road exhaust and THOSE were too quiet.

Secondly that you said it had plenty of power since I believe it's only rated at 55 hp even less than the old Bonneville and 30 hp down on the CB1100 which some complain about not having enough power.

At any rate, like the CB1100, it's nice to know it presents itself better than the spec sheets would suggest

 

[Chapomis_imp]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

 

[the Ferret]

Rather have that than the Street Twin (custom exhaust and Bonnie seat I think)

 

[the_undecider_imp]

Always liked the look of the Scrambler best, but that exhaust just gets right in the way of where my inner thigh wants to rest. I wonder if an aftermarket unit like the Arrow system pictured is lower profile.

 

[redbirds_imp]

The Triumph dealer in Jacksonville had an introduction day for the new Street Twin but they were not allowing test rides so I did not attend.

I'm glad to hear that Triumph allowed more rumble from the motor this time around. Sparky's Bonneville SE was so quiet as to take away from the riding experience. Undecider has it right I think in that liquid cooling allows a richer exhaust note and that alone could be a deal closer for some when deciding on a new bike.

55hp seems low by today's standards but if memory hasn't failed me (probably has) my '73 BMW was rated at about the same and I can never remember feeling it under powered. The Street Twin has more torque than the old Bonnie which is far more useful in a street bike and is better styled than the one it replaces.

 

[the Ferret]

Here's how it sounds

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/video/2016-triumph-street-twin-first-ride-video-review/

 

[EGAlvarez_imp]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

Yeah, I thought the same thing and was enamored with mine until the honeymoon ended about 6 months into the relationship and reality set in. It's a pig off road, the suspension is horrible, the brakes are even worse, the engine is anemic, its top heavy, the exhaust makes standing very awkward and it weighs a ton! As a street bike, it's okay, and fun, if the suspension and brakes are upgraded and you spend some $$$ to get a few more horsepower.

I regrettably sold my red, sexy, Ducati Monster 620ie with Termignoni pipes, ECI chip, and air filter to buy the Scrambler. :dodgy: That Monster was close to being the perfect city, commuter, day ride bike.

And don't bash the Ducati, this one looks off road ready!

 

[Indypikes_imp]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

Great looking Scrambler. Love the flat purple! That is the current generation model with the 865 motor. The 2016 line-up (next gen.) is void of the Scrambler.

Triumph nailed it with the looks on the new Street Twin. I'm just not sure where they are going however with the motor and torque curve on the bike. It's very similar to a Harley Sportster. Max torque is at a low 3000 RPM and falls off from there. Plus, I'm not a fan of the 360 crank. Even the new T-120s with the larger displacement have a completely differ power profile than the air cooled Bonnies. Triumph appears to know what they are doing however, so who am I to say.

I'll stick with my 2001 790 carbureted Bonneville. Absolutely bulletproof motor, plenty of power, and gobs of character.

Scott

 

[Obliviontoad]

I am lucky to have a Triumph Dealer near me. Their site says they have or will have, a red 2016 Street Twin for sale. Didn't really like the last model. Fake carbs and too much retro. New one is full of modern tech, seems to have decent stats, and the price is within reason. Thinking of heading there now to look.
If it is a bit lacking in power, but has torque at the low end to make up for it, I'm sold. Seems like another bike I own. Not out to win the 0-60 race, just cement a grin on your face.

 

[flynrider]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

Great looking Scrambler. Love the flat purple! That is the current generation model with the 865 motor. The 2016 line-up (next gen.) is void of the Scrambler.

Triumph nailed it with the looks on the new Street Twin. I'm just not sure where they are going however with the motor and torque curve on the bike. It's very similar to a Harley Sportster. Max torque is at a low 3000 RPM and falls off from there. Plus, I'm not a fan of the 360 crank. Even the new T-120s with the larger displacement have a completely differ power profile than the air cooled Bonnies. Triumph appears to know what they are doing however, so who am I to say.

I'll stick with my 2001 790 carbureted Bonneville. Absolutely bulletproof motor, plenty of power, and gobs of character.

Scott

The articles I've read say that Street Twin sports a 270 degree crank. I think it would have been a real tooth loosener with a 360 crank.

 

[Indypikes_imp]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

Great looking Scrambler. Love the flat purple! That is the current generation model with the 865 motor. The 2016 line-up (next gen.) is void of the Scrambler.

Triumph nailed it with the looks on the new Street Twin. I'm just not sure where they are going however with the motor and torque curve on the bike. It's very similar to a Harley Sportster. Max torque is at a low 3000 RPM and falls off from there. Plus, I'm not a fan of the 360 crank. Even the new T-120s with the larger displacement have a completely differ power profile than the air cooled Bonnies. Triumph appears to know what they are doing however, so who am I to say.

I'll stick with my 2001 790 carbureted Bonneville. Absolutely bulletproof motor, plenty of power, and gobs of character.

Scott

The articles I've read say that Street Twin sports a 270 degree crank. I think it would have been a real tooth loosener with a 360 crank.

The articles I've read say that Street Twin sports a 270 degree crank. I think it would have been a real tooth loosener with a 360 crank.
You are exactly correct Flynrider. I can't keep my cranks straight!

My 2001 Bonnie 790 has the 360 crank. I had a 2007 Scrambler 865 with a 270 crank. Both equally smooth at higher RPMs but much prefer the character of the Bonnie motor. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Chapomis_imp]

Sorry to hear that EG. I was looking at the Duc Scrambler last spring, even joined their forum. They actually (sp ) talked me out of it (sorta like Cormanus and the ST)

 

[uscgmac_imp]

I was at a Triumph dealer in NH last weekend and saw this Scrambler on the floor.



Unlike the Ducati Scrambler, this looks like it could do a little off-road riding.

Go to motorcycle.com and see the triumph scrambler review. It's too heavy, outdated and suspension terrible for off road. Looks nice but that's about it. Not really capable at all.

 

[the Ferret]

More than capable street bike is it not?

 

[Indypikes_imp]

More than capable street bike is it not?

Excellent all around motorcycle in my eyes. My 2007 Scrambler had a gel seat, upgraded shocks and springs, fly screen, Norman Hyde exhaust, and hard bags. Very comfortable and handled well.....took many long trips on it. Loved it!

 

[Teamwalker_imp]

Here's how it sounds

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/video/2016-triumph-street-twin-first-ride-video-review/

Ferret,

I watched this whole video and never really heard the bike at all. Thanks for the buggy ride! How did you hear the sound?

 

[LongRanger_imp]

Try this link