Triumph announces “New Speed Twin 1200 RS and New Speed Twin 1200” *Triumph Motorcycles Japan Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 17, 2024
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Triumph announces “New Speed Twin 1200 RS and New Speed Twin 1200” Left: Speed Twin 1200 RS, Right: Speed Twin 1200
Triumph Motorcycles Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Yosuke Onuki) has released a new Speed Twin that has been significantly updated. 1200 and the new Speed Twin 1200, which features an aggressive riding position that allows you to concentrate on riding, and even sharper response.
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An upgraded chassis and technologies such as optimized cornering ABS and optimized traction control further enhance engaging, dynamic handling that keeps you focused on the ride*
– *Aggressive sports performance brought about by 5PS plus maximum output* – *Refreshed styling that combines modern sports performance with classic design elements*
– *Available at Triumph authorized dealers from late November 2024* New Speed Twin
The 1200 features chassis upgrades including a Marzocchi front fork and twin rear suspension, further enhancing its engaging and dynamic handling, giving you a stable riding position through each corner.
This refined handling, combined with high performance with +5 PS more maximum output, provides even more individuality and aggressive sports performance, while technologies such as optimized cornering ABS and traction control create nimble handling. Masu.
This time, the styling has been completely redesigned to fuse bright, contemporary sports style with modern classic design DNA. It features beautiful design details that express Triumph’s outstanding sculptural beauty.
The new RS model offers many benefits to riders during sports riding, by lowering the handlebar position by 16.2mm compared to the new 1200 and setting the footpegs 40mm further back, resulting in a sportier riding position. did. Fully adjustable Marzocchi front fork, top-of-the-line Ohlins
It is also equipped with outstanding specifications such as twin rear suspension and Brembo Stylema calipers. In addition, Metzeler Racetec(TM) RR
K3 tires are now standard equipment, and it is the first modern classic to be equipped with Triumph Shift Assist.
*Steve Sargent* – Triumph Chief Product Officer
“New Speed Twin 1200
The RS is an attractive bike with a position that allows you to concentrate on riding and a sharp response that can be achieved from that position. Designed for riders who want classic, sporty looks and dynamic performance.
New Speed Twin
The 1200 updates are a significant evolution for this much-loved model, enhancing the rider’s riding experience while maintaining the great handling and classic style that everyone has admired time and time again. We are introducing power and technology that improves performance.”
* Classic sports style with a modern update *
The new tank has a beautiful shape and a deep, three-dimensional front side, and also features a new flip-up fuel cap. The side panel is simpler and has a style that is integrated with the new smallest throttle body cover with an aluminum hairline finish.
The black powder-coated engine exterior has been changed to a slimmer, squarer design. The compact silencer further accentuates the timeless beauty of the uninterrupted exhaust.
A new tank with a beautiful shape
Elegant new round LED headlights feature new design DRL lights, hairline aluminum bezels and stylish cast aluminum headlight mounts. And a three-dimensional integrated bench seat that matches the sporty styling. In addition, the RS seats have a sporty and stylish finish with additional stitching details.
New round LED headlight
The cast aluminum wheels are also new, with seven pairs of slim, sporty spokes angled like turbines, perfectly complementing the new styling.
The new tank has a two-tone design for a modern feel. The “1200” graphic on the side of the tank is crystal
Top painted white or carnival red with sapphire
The design separates the tank from the black painted lower part, creating a smart appearance by making the tank look shallow and long. It’s also available in a more classic aluminum silver color with a simple “1200” numbering and black twin stripes.
Speed Twin 1200 RS features vibrant Baja orange and delicate sapphire Available in two colors, black, both come with gold RS decals that complement the anodized front suspension.
Two-tone tank and new wheels
*Dynamic handling*
The new Speed Twin 1200 has been designed to give you more riding position options, creating a unique feel and personality.
The handlebars are positioned 17.8mm higher and 13.4mm further forward than the previous model, creating a bigger and wider feel when riding. Suspension is equipped with upgraded 43mm diameter Marzocchi front forks and twin rear suspension, with preload adjustment and an external reservoir tank on the rear suspension. Triumph brand new radial calipers mounted on twin 320mm discs feature Metzeler Sportec(TM) standard equipment for all-round performance.
It provides excellent braking power with M9 RR tires.
These overall chassis upgrades include the dynamic Speed Twin It enhances the agility of the 1200 and at the same time guarantees a smooth and premium ride comfort when riding.
Marzocchi rear suspension
New Speed Twin 1200
For riders looking for dynamic performance and even more thrills, the RS features an aggressive riding position that allows them to focus more on the ride. The rear of the bike has been raised to slightly increase the seat height, the handlebars remain the same height as the previous model and have been moved 9mm forward, and the footpegs are 6.5mm higher and moved 40mm further back for sportier riding than ever before. Achieving the position.
The RS’s suspension is top-of-the-line, with fully adjustable Marzocchi front forks and Ohlins rear suspension, matching the RS’s dynamic stance. Furthermore, the 320mm disc is equipped with Brembo Stylema twin calipers, and the high-performance Metzeler Racetec(TM) RR K3 tires are standard equipment.
Brembo stylema twin caliper
* Thrilling sports performance *
Bonneville
The high-compression two-cylinder engine, which is a feature of the 1200 series, now has an additional +5 PS of output, achieving a maximum output of 105 PS at 7,750 rpm, and the rev limit is longer than before, allowing you to pull the car more powerfully. Now it looks like this. The low moment of inertia, 270-degree phasing crankshaft reacts instantly when needed, transmitting power to the road in characteristic pulses and unevenly spaced bursts. The maximum torque of 112Nm provides rich torque over almost the entire range. *Fusion of latest technology and classic design*
The new Speed Twin 1200 features optimized cornering ABS and optimized traction as standard, with two riding modes: Road and Rain. You can benefit from control.
And the RS adds a Sport mode, which sharpens throttle response and further optimizes traction control settings.
This time, for the first time in the modern classic Bonneville series, Triumph Shift Assist is available on the Speed Twin 1200.
New equipment for RS. Discreetly located behind the gear shifter, maintaining the styling of a modern classic, the 1200
Perfectly brings out the power and character of the RS.
New round meter
And the new LCD display and TFT display are housed inside the classic round meter, allowing you to see the Speed
It maintains the Twin’s timeless appearance while improving visibility and functionality.
This allows for turn-by-turn navigation via Bluetooth connectivity with a smartphone, and a convenient USB-C charging socket is also hidden inside the meter body.
*Premium finishes and details*
New Speed Twin
1200 owners are sure to appreciate Triumph’s attention to detail. These details, from the restyled heel guard and headlight bezel to the new side panel decoration, are made of aluminum with a hairline finish. More Speed
The Twin 1200 RS is specially equipped with aluminum front and rear mudguards with Hellaline finish.
* accessories*
Speed
Over 70% of Twin users add genuine Triumph accessories to their bikes to reflect their personal style. To that end, we now offer over 50 genuine accessory options, including clip-on bars, quilted seats, and seat cowls, for those seeking a modern cafe racer style.
Can be transformed into cafe racer style with genuine options optional quilting sheet
*Price and color*
*Vehicle model* *Color* *Manufacturer’s suggested retail price* * Speed Twin 1200 RS* Baja Orange/Sapphire Black * Starting from 2,229,000 yen* (tax included)
* Speed Twin 1200 RS* Sapphire Black * Starting from 2,229,000 yen* (tax included)
Baja Orange/Sapphire Black
sapphire black
*Vehicle model* *Color* *Manufacturer’s suggested retail price* * Speed Twin 1200* Aluminum Silver * From 1,849,000 yen * (tax included) * Speed Twin 1200* Crystal White/Sapphire Black * Starting from 1,884,000 yen* (tax included)
* Speed Twin 1200* Carnival Red/Sapphire Black * Starting from 1,884,000 yen* (tax included)
aluminum silver
Crystal white/sapphire black
Carnival Red/Sapphire Black
The new Speed Twin 1200 series is scheduled to go on sale from late November 2024 at authorized Triumph dealers nationwide.
*Specifications – Speed Twin 1200RS*
Specs – Speed Twin 1200
*Specifications – Speed Twin 1200*
*For details, please see Triumph official website*
https://www.triumphmotorcycles.jp/
*Or visit your local Triumph retailer*
https://www.triumphmotorcycles.jp/dealers/dealer-search