Has anyone tried the street triple 675 RX

Discussion in 'Triumph General Discussion' started by ken fletcher, Aug 4, 2015.

  1. ken fletcher

    ken fletcher New Member

    Aug 4, 2015
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    When to the Triumph showroom in Washington Sussex last Sunday and had a test ride on the street triple 675 RX.
    What a great bike, handling is great and the acceleration and brakes are incredible.
    This bike also comes with the quick shifter which works well.
    I said to the guy in the shop that this is a hooligan s bike but great fun, reminds me of my old RD 350 yvps many moons ago.
    Does anyone own one of these or have they taken one for a spin if so I would like to know what you think of it.
    My thoughts are this is like riding a 125 frame with a 1000cc engine fitted
     
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  2. Richard H

    Richard H Noble Member

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    I've test ridden the new 675 Street Triple R which is basically the same bike but without the Daytona rear end. I can only agree with you, what a fantastic 'hooligan' bike it is. It certainly bought back memories of riding my RD LC in the 80's. Love the sound it makes which is a combination of exhaust and intake roar, love the lightweight handling, love the looks, the only problem for me is it's too small for my bulky frame.
    My wife owns a 2012 standard Street triple and I love taking that for a blast...... its totally bonkers when you get it high up in the revs. The new model now has a taller first gear (it will do an indicated 70mph in 1st!) wife's bike now has 18000 miles on as she has toured Europe on it using SW Motec Blaze soft panniers, its been totally reliable.
    In my opinion the Street is still the best bike in it's class.
     
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  3. ken fletcher

    ken fletcher New Member

    Aug 4, 2015
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    If I had the money and the room in my garage I would buy the special edition model with the fancy paint work and all the bells and whistles, I could see this bike being a collectable for the future like the RD 500.
     
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  4. Doc Savage

    Doc Savage New Member

    Sep 2, 2015
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    Hello All
    My first post and pleased to say I have owned a Street R for 578 miles and it is a fantastic ride with sharp handling and a great sound. That said I am going to get a different exhaust system.

    Do not want the Arrow as it doesn't sound that much different in my opinion so any suggestions would be welcome.
     
  5. Stigg

    Stigg New Member

    Jul 26, 2015
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    Picked up my RX today and it's great! Test rode an R and loved it, a real fun bike so am really looking forward to putting some miles on it!
     
  6. DaveTheSuperVillain

    DaveTheSuperVillain Active Member

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  7. Frugaltail

    Frugaltail Guest

    I've owned a 2012 Street triple and a 13 STR and they were truly incredible great all round bike and a total blast! Enjoy!! And watch your oil level
     
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