2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS [Specs, Features, Photos]

Last updated:July 11, 2023

The 2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS: A New Benchmark?

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The 2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS is a powerful and stylish British-made roadster that remains largely unchanged coming into the 2023 motorcycle lineup. Boasting a 1160cc triple engine making 178 horsepower and 92 lb-ft of torque, providing riders with the power they need to carve up the streets with confidence. Triumph uses a fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, Brembo Stylema® brakes, and the Triumph Shift Assist up-and-down quick-shifter, to make the most of the huge power this bike produces.

The Speed Triple 1200 RS also features cutting-edge technology, such as an all-new TFT display, keyless ignition, and customizable ride modes, allowing riders to personalize their experience on the road. With its sleek design and high-performance capabilities, the 2023 Speed Triple 1200 RS is an excellent choice for riders looking for a powerful and reliable roadster.

3 Color choices for the 2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS: Sapphire Black, Matte Baja Orange, and Matte Silver Ice.

The 2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS starts at $18,895 USD / $20,795 CAD.

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS in one place.

Model Overview

General Info

Price: $18,895 USD / $20,795 CAD
Key Features:
- 1160cc Triple engine
- Öhlins fully adjustable suspension
- Brembo Stylema Brakes
- Triumph Shift Assist up-and-down quick-shifter
- New Generation TFT Display
- 5 customizable riding modes

Main Specs

Engine: 1160 cc DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Power: 178 HP (estimated)
Torque: 92 lbs-ft @ 9000 RPM
Wet Weight: 437 lb (198 kg)
Seat Height: 32.7 in (830 mm)

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2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS Specifications

From Triumph

ENGINE
Engine	1160cc, Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Power	177 bhp
Bore x Stroke	90.0 x 60.8
Compression Ratio	13.2:1
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Starter	Electric
Exhaust	Stainless steel 3 into 1 header system with underslung primary silencer and side mounted secondary silencer
DRIVETRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, slip and assist
Transmission	6-Speed
Final Drive	X-ring chain
CHASSIS
Suspension Front	Ohlins 43 mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm travel.
Suspension Rear	Öhlins TTX36 twin tube monoshock with preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm rear wheel travel
Brakes Front	Twin 320mm floating discs. Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers, OC-ABS, radial master cylinder with separate reservoir, span
Brakes Rear	Single 220mm disc. Brembo twin piston caliper, OC-ABS. Rear master cylinder with separate reservoir.
Tires Front	120/70 ZR17
Tires Rear	190/55 ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity	4.1 US gal (15.5 litres)
Color
ELECTRICAL
Ignition
Spark Plugs
Headlight	LED
Tail Light	LED
DIMENSIONS
Rake	23.9 º
Width Handlebars	31.2 in (792 mm)
Height Without Mirror	42.9 in (1089 mm)
Wheelbase	56.9 in (1445 mm)
Trail	4.1 in (104.7 mm)
Seat Height	32.7 in (830 mm)
Dry Weight	437 lb (198kg)
WARRANTY
Warranty
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2023 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS Features

Transform your ride with the ultimate in Speed Triple performance. Purpose designed from the ground up to deliver the pinnacle of riding experiences on the road, yet still incredibly capable on the track. The Speed Triple is the ultimate combination of performance, handling, rider-focused technology, track specification equipment and aggressive new style.

Twist the throttle and feel the all-new triple accelerate you forwards with its higher capacity 1160cc triple engine. Delivering 177 HP peak power, up 29 HP on the previous Speed Triple, and producing 92 LB-FT of peak torque, you’ll feel your senses ignite. Higher revving, with an even better triple sound, it’s effortless to ride, exhilarating, and the most responsive and fastest accelerating Speed Triple ever.

Designed to bring a visceral high with every moment, the new Speed Triple 1200 RS is the lightest and best handling Speed Triple, bar none. It’s 22 lbs lighter than the previous generation at just 436.5 lbs ready to ride, with an all-new lightweight chassis, all-new rider ergonomics and a more dominant and purposeful riding position. The result is a bike that is tighter, more toned, and mass centralized, for a more agile, precise, and dynamic ride.

Premium track equipment includes new Brembo Stylema® brakes, Metzeler RACETEC™ RR tires and performance tuned Öhlins suspension, all tuned for the ultimate naked performance sports ride. The new Speed Triple 1200 RS is nothing less than a handling revolution.

Advanced ride-by-wire throttle technology equips the Speed Triple 1200 RS with 3 distinctly different throttle maps and 4 optimized traction control maps to bring you the response you need, no matter the conditions.

The 5 customizable riding modes, Rain, Road, Sport, Track and Rider Configurable, are changed via a dedicated button on the handlebars, and adjust the bike’s character with dedicated throttle response, ABS and traction control settings.

Optimized Cornering ABS and switchable Optimized Cornering Traction Control ensure optimum progress and control in all conditions by continuously monitoring the lean angle of the bike, while the enhanced new Track mode is designed to make electronic interventions virtually imperceptible during fast track riding, leaving you to focus on the next apex.

Packed with technology for the ultimate connected ride, the new Speed Triple 1200 RS has all-new 5” TFT instruments for easy to read information at a glance.
Hook up your smartphone with the My Triumph Connectivity System fitted as standard, for Google turn-by-turn navigation*, GoPro control, music and more.

*Google turn-by-turn navigation on Speed Triple 1200 RS models is currently not functional for Apple iPhone users. This will be addressed in a motorcycle software update by the Fall of 2021.

The enhanced new standard-fit Triumph Shift Assist up and down quickshifter features an improved sensor for lightning fast upshifts and smooth, precise clutchless downshifts.

All-new, full-LED lighting with stunning new headlights, signature DRL, and sculpted rear light transform the new 1200 RS style and lighting capability, with a whiter, brighter and incredibly distinctive new setup.