After a bit of teasing and a bit of leaking, Triumph have finally let us know exactly what the new Speed Triple 1200 RR is all about. Much to the disappointment of many, it?s not a Superbike. I know we?re all desperate for Triumph to build a big-bore Daytona, but that?s not what this is. Think of a premium spec super-naked in café racer clothing, and you won?t be far off.

When I say premium spec, I?m talking about Öhlins smart EC2.0 suspension, carbon fibre bodywork and a plethora of electronic rider aids. There?s no denying the fact that this is a bling Speed Triple. But it still is a Speed Triple; the RR engine makes the same 177bhp (@10,750rpm) and the same 125Nm (@9,000rpm) as the RS and has the same cast ally frame.

So what?s so special about it" Well Triumph are calling this ?The most focused and exhilarating Speed Triple ever?. ?A new statement in beauty, sophistication and attitude? they say. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder, isn?t it" If you think café racer style bodywork looks great, and you?re into old-fashioned-looking round headlights, then you?ll love the Speed Triple 1200 RR. I?m not sure if I?m keen, if the truth?s known, but who cares what I think"
Technotronic

Tech-wise, the RR comes with all the stuff the RS comes with, plus a few saucy extras. So that?s five riding modes (Rain, Road, Sport, Track and Rider-configurable), up-and-down shifter, ABS, TC, LED lights, keyless ignition, cruise control and elect...