2025 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 in Carnival Red

Triumph has announced two Modern Classic models for 2025: the updated Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and a new up-spec version called the Speed Twin 1200 RS, which replaces the outgoing Thruxton. 

The Speed Twin 1200 platform gets significant updates throughout, including an extra 5 hp from the high-torque Bonneville engine, chassis and suspension upgrades, new technology and electronics, and refreshed styling. Both models will begin arriving in dealerships in mid-December 2024. 

The fuel tank features a new design with front cutouts.

2025 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 

Both the Speed Twin 1200 and the RS version receive an extra 5 hp from the 1,200cc parallel-Twin, now peaking at 103.5 hp at 7,750 rpm. Torque remains the same, peaking at 82.6 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm, and the engine continues to use a 270-degree firing order. 
The Speed Twin 1200 gets new suspension, now with an inverted 43mm Marzocchi fork with 4.7 inches of travel and twin Marzocchi shocks with remote reservoirs, adjustable preload, and 4.6 inches of travel. It also gets new Triumph-branded radial front calipers paired with two 320mm discs, and it rides on Metzeler Sportec M9RR tires.  

The Speed Twin 1200 features an inverted 43mm Marzocchi fork and Triumph-branded brakes.

Triumph made some changes to the riding position to create a more spacious feel, including moving the handlebar higher and farther forward. The one-piece be...