TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE 765 RS (2017 - 2019) Review

Love riding this bike, effortless, had an R1 previously and although R1 had more power the triumph as enough power and handles great

Spot on, can choose various rider modes if you like, I generally leave it on normal road setting.

I've done 6700 miles and have just had to fork out for new clocks because bike wouldn't start, was dissapointed to say the least, Triumph coffee up half, had signs of fault prior dash going of now and then when trying to start, thought it was me, rider error, but it wasn't.

This includes insurance and tax, haven't had a major service yet because of little use and low miles, service about 180, insurance 160, mot new tyres at 420 ish last year.

The RS gives you all the options, so pleased all round

This bike loves being at 9,000 RPM, screaming down around the sweeper of any track. It’s also well behaved and easily managed on the street.

An amazing engine, but the 6,000/12,000 mile service intervals are shorter compared to competitors and later models.

Exceptional quality and zero reliability issues after 15,000 miles and 4 years of use.

Between short maintenance intervals, regular cleaning and lubrication of the chain, as well as consumables like brakes and tires, the Street Triple RS isn’t the cheapest bike to run, but that is the cost of a premium bike.

The brembo brakes and master cylinder are truly impressive. Even at the track, they just don’t quit.

Other than an occasional squeak from the front brake everything is faultless. Brakes are top quality and easily adjustable if needed as is the suspension as mentioned earlier to suit your needs and weight/style

Great noise, starts on the button every time, responsive, economical and never expect anything but total reliability from race designed components which are never overly stressed

No issues at all and used year round with XCP and no furring or rust

So far Triumph service history but likely go independent for next annual one as more competitive

Heated grips a must for uk riding

The best.

Seamless.

Best bike I have had ever.

Not needed service until 6000 miles

Everything is there for me.

Rides ok for me and not as harsh as rumoured and have settings on standard not soft. Seat more comfortable than most bikes I’ve owned but not pillion friendly. I can do 2 hours or more before wanting a stretch and I’m 60

Love the sound and how it spins up. Had 6 triumph triples of various eras and capacity and this is my favourite

No corrosion but I do use XCP during winter and spring. Everything as it should be, battery holds charge very well away from trickle charger

Never thought I’d say it as thought a waste of time but love the quick shifter but don’t use first to second gear. Heated grips help during colder months and have Mich 5 tyres which are great. Previously on 675 had Metzeler road tech 01 and not sure which are best.

Extremely comfortable, as comfy as a motorbike gets with a high-quality seat, comfortable ergonomics (I'm 5'8) and can just about flat foot it, only had to really test the brakes out two or three times in certain scenarios and they were fantastic. I've managed a 10-hour ride minus a couple of fuel stops comfortably in good weather with no real discomfort.

I've found at times the engine's ride by wire has been quite sluggish, whilst in different modes where I've wanted the power after twisting the throttle and the delay has been quite apparant, not to say its bad, it's just not what I would consider being 'ultra responsive' which is what you would expect.

Unfortunately, the bike has had several issues in the 2 years of ownership so far, the factory fitted Quick Shifter dangerously shorted the engine, reading continuous false upshifts and cutting power to the engine, however, Triumph replaced it. The rear shock linkage corroded so heavily in my 12k service it required replacement, but the internal bearings had completely seized up so Triumph replaced the entire swing arm. Whilst on a ride out, the engine vibration shook out the oil caps which were only noticed after the bike started smoking! Luckily, neither fell out and the bike was fine. The actual fit and finish, touch quality is brilliant, but it has been very touch and go on reliability.

Every year, your looking at new set of tyres, new chain/sprockets plus a service (averaged between minor/major), certainly not a cheap bike to run, but what you expect from 121bhp.

Although I've had a bad experience with the Quick Shifter, it is a good piece of kit, alongside the awesome TFT display, the bike is pretty smart, with traction control working well in the wet and the ABS saving a couple of sketchy moments. The equipment is perfect for a modern commuting rider and track day enthusiast.

Pillion comfort could be better

The engine is flexible and pulls like a train, like the “howl” about 7,000 revs.

Build quality is excellent and no break down’s

Favourite feature so far has been the Quick shifter and the Pirelli Diablo super Costa’s great

There are so many things I could write here. The brakes are the best I have ever had, the suspension the same. The overall package on the RS is great. I have had a lot of other big bikes, but this is by far the best overall.

The engine is so responsive. The induction noise is addictive. It will potter it will blast its just great.

I have had no issues with anything. It is very well made. I think it's better than most Japanese bikes.

Only had one service so far and reasonable cost. One issue for me is the service light cannot be put out at home, so if you service yourself prepare to pay silly money just to put out the service light. I have let mine stay on as its just a light.

My best part is the engine. Its addictive when you hear the induction noise it just goes. I would recommend metzeler m9 tyres good feel, supercorsas didn't give me confidence.

Very easy to ride, the quickshifter makes accelerating very smooth and swift. The ride is exhilerating. Great in town traffic as easy to manuevre. Seat could be a bit more cushioning but hey, its a naked roadster not a tourer or cruiser. Ive not carried a pillion yet but the seat is very small so i would imagine uncomfortable for anything but the shortest journey!

The 765 Triple is like a drug to me, absolutely love exiting corners, roundabouts, junctions etc. Flicking clutchlessly up through the gears seemlessly with the quickshifter. The power rolls on sooo smoothly and with peak torque up around 11500 rpm it feels like the acceleration is never ending. And oooh the induction sound is addictive! Deceleration sounds equally sweet, the engine is a peach! Ive had 2 x Yamaha MT09's and thought the CP3 was a sweet engine, the Triumph surpasses it by some margin, in my opinion.

Build is typical Triumph quality components. Feels like its built to last, no problems to date.

Service it myself

Brembo brakes are amazing and i would recommend the Yoshimura Alpha pipe over the standard, the sound is beautifully throaty without being stupidly loud. The Triumph heated grips look far more discreet/nicer than aftermarket Oxfords. However if you can live with with their big square switch box the Oxfords are much warmer.

Brakes are superb, comfort and ride aren't great for me at 5' 11" ohlins rear is just too firm.

Great engine, perfect throttle control, induction noise and triple howl mean I've left the exhaust standard, great road bike engine.

Never gone wrong, couple of recalls (l/h switch block and brake pads) only warranty issue I had was the brembo master cylinder. No corrosion, engine coatings still look new, nothing rattled loose, fit and finish are up there with the best.

I refuse to pay a dealer tech to maintain my machines, I enjoy doing it myself and believe nobody cares about your bike as much as you, so if it takes all day that's fine by me.

Tried a few tyres but I feel Triumph were right with the standard fit supercorsa as long as you don't ride in the rain. I opted for the flyscreen, heated grips and billet rear sets all nice quality.

I don't like sport bike ergonomics at all and I found this bike to be very comfortable for several hours of riding

Not yet broken in

Still breaking it in but everything works

N/A

Very nice and easy to read display.

Brembo, Ohlins & quickshifter:- Enough said?

Some design & construction features are appalling & too many prematurely corroding fasteners. The previous owner had to fork out for a new radiator &, c & s kit at 4k miles, & a recently failed (seized) abs sensor turned out to be an unnecessarily long task to replace.

Previous owner picked up some horrendous bills not included in the average. The "egg timer" service interval spanner is a joke for average mileage owners.

Only failings are wind protection & daft mirrors

Ride quality from the factory didn’t suit me being 95kg but an hour later I got it sorted. What can I say about the Brembo M50’s and MCS master cylinder. Great power and feel totally confidence inspiring.

A few have mentioned the induction noise being addictive and I completely agree, the bark above 8k is also unreal. Considering it isn’t blessed with loads of torque you never feel short changed riding in a higher gear.

I really rate Triumph’s build quality, I use my bike all year round come rain or shine and had no issues with paint or anything. The only issue I’ve had was a punctured radiator which is my own fault not having rad guard.

I feel the price is great for these bikes considering it comes with top spec Brembo M50’s, Showa forks, Öhlins shock and lovely TFT display. Averaging 44mpg across commuting and weekend blasts which is respectable. My only gripe is short service intervals coming from a 2017 Ducati Monster 1200s with 9,000 and 18,000 respectively.

The standard equipment is generous but I needed heated grips for all year riding. They are great because the wiring is contained within the bar so no messy wires and connects to the ECU and displayed on the TFT. Auto blipper option would have been nice on this model but sorted with the new 2020 RS.

ride quality is good i will be getting the suspension set up for me for the road. the brakes are great great stropping power. A great all round bike

the sound the sound the sound. i will be removing the stock exhaust and putting a aftermarket exhaust so i can really hear the sound the street triple makes it is toxic. the engine gives you great power, but at times it does seems the engine has alot more to give than it has.

the bike is well built, no problems so far apart from had to buy a new battery. The tyres are useless in the wet so slippery, you also need to warm up the tyres to get the grip. i will be changing to a different tyre for road purposes only not for track.

expensive bike for what you get. service cost £200+ after second service. general running costs is reasonable. the bike only has 17.4L fuel tank. wish was slightly bigger. the servicing for the bike is very reasonable if you are doing the servicing your self, which i highly recommend, than taking the bike to a dealership. you are going be charged £300+ at a dealership.

what i like is the brakes and the suspension. i dont like the exhaust its just there because of euro 5 legislation which will be removed. i dont like the tyres that the bike comes with. these tyres are for racing really, not for just going out for a ride. the equipment that is standard when you buy is very limited to the street triple so it wont interfere with its big brother speed triple. i would liked to have the equipment on the speed triple on my street triple.

Brilliant brembo M50's but needed new pads at 8500 miles. Rear shock wallows when pushing on but suspension good on the front. Easy enough to adjust.

Screaming induction roar is addictive. Comes on at 8k revs like a Honda vtec. Sounds amazing, arrow us exhaust is good without baffle but still reasonably quiet.

Withing 6 months I needed a new sidestand switch, quickshifter and gear position sensor. On the way to Thruxton BSB last year it also developed an oil leak from the stator cover side. All fixed by my local triumph dealer under warranty.

45.2 mpg after 9300 miles. Insurance not too bad and will do 160 ish miles on a tank.

Pirelli supercorsa sp tyres need to warm and scary in the wet. Running rosso 3's now. Quickshifter is good although had an issue with mine. Fitted triumph rearsets for a 675 daytona with a little fiddling so can adjust if required.

Too spec brakes and suspension really shows

Simply outstanding engine

Here the bike can’t be faulted. It’s a dream to ride, really lightweight, assured in the corners and with enough power to thrill. It’s done wonders for my confidence, I have never felt so sure of a machine to get me out of trouble if I get it slightly wrong.

Wonderfully smooth with a vicious growl as you wind it up. It will pull to some extent in any gear and doesn’t need a dropped gear to overtake, but it’s at its best at 8,000rpm. It lacks the ultimate power or torque of the litre engines, but I’d argue it is a better fit for the road where the performance of larger engines is often unusable.

Seems like it should be better than it is. The parts feel premium, but on my model the paint finish on the radiator started peeling away before 4000 miles of use on dry paved roads. After an enormous headache, Triumph still refuse the warranty claim, arguing that “road debris” caused this to happen. Considering that you would expect a motorcycle to be ridden on the road and therefore the parts to withstand this kind of usage, that’s a really poor excuse and a despicable way to treat a loyal customer (this is my third Triumph, and likely my last). It’s spoilt the ownership experience of what would otherwise be a really special motorbike.

Servicing costs are average, but the service interval relatively short at 6,000 miles. It’s not a cheap bike to buy, but it’s almost good enough to be worth it - if only Triumph’s aftercare were better.

The colour TFT is a nice touch, the brakes and suspension are all high quality parts. The stock tyres are overkill for the road and wear down rapidly, and the end can is underwhelming. Would be nice if the arrow can was standard like it is on the Speed Triple RS!

M50 Brembo calipers are fantastic. As expected. Suspension is highly rated. Nothing expectional for lots of coin above and beyond the previous 675 Daytona and Street Triple. Value for money isn't found here. Most users of the RS will not go beyond the ability of the R and as such the extra £ to upgrade isn't value beyond image of riding the "RS".

Positives: Engine sounds great Gearbox is fantastic Quick-shifter works fine 107 wheel hp - very useable power delivery Negatives: Not an improvement in smiles moving from 2013 onwards Daytonas. Expectations not met. Nearly 800cc and broadly the same outcome as previous 675. Again held back not to encroach on the 1050 power. 675 Daytona (2013- onwards) used twin injectors per cylinder with titanium values. This has been dropped with the 765 engine as it retains the lower level Street Triple engine. Triumph quote over 120 horse power at the wheel. Previously used dyne came out as 107hp. 12hp more than the 675.

Its been in for repair over: CLUTCH lever greasing required - stuck in every gear change requiring manual push out once gear is changed (factory don't grease enough), HEATED GRIPS only came fitted with two modes. Dealership ignored and called me lying over this - had to escalate to Triumph HQ to push for the update to have three modes for the Heated Grips Id paid for, Dealership didn't set up the (TPMS) Tyre Pressure Monitor onto the bike, required additional time in for re-work and to connect properly, SOFTWARE update disabling Track Map - no outcome on-going with Triumph stating when in Track map mileage doubled and its now been disabled as they can't be bothered to provide a fix.

£900 is sum of £650 values + £250 minor interval service cost. More expensive than BMW and KTM for through life servicing running costs. 6,000 mile interval service has been surpassed by Ducati & KTM (now 9,000 mile intervals). 12,000 mile value service is coming up to be between £550 and £750 depending on Dealership pricing. Fuel economy is sub 45mpg - below expected par for tank range. The engine isn't a fan of holding faster speeds on touring - it'll drop to low 40's without being opened up. Shocking when a 1301 v twin Duke can hold at 55mpg cruising. Magazine reviews led this bike to be a game changer. Give me back my 2016 Daytona anyday.

ABS is legal standard, no bonus points for having this on the 765 (RS). £10,200 for a mid-range motorcycle without an IMU (providing cornering ABS) is appalling. Traction Control is the same standard as what BMW used in 2009. Any raise of the front will be met by an instant drop in power. Don't filter in traffic and the expect to beat an S3 off the line - as soon as it lifts you'll be run over. Triumph needs to catch up - £2k more than a 790 Duke with none comparing electronics is a joke. Equipment is always an EXTRA. £10,300 isn't enough for Triumph, so expect to pay for all additions such as: Heated grips (yes, standard on other £10k miles), Tyre Pressure Monitors (if the dealership remembers to sync the bluetooth up - standard on other £10k bikes) Backlit switch gear - pay another £4k to move to the 1050 that has this. No IMU (cornering ABS and TC), No optimal lead for boasting the battery on a trickle, Passenger grab rails, Even basics - protective tank pad - extra,

Looks aggressive and sounds it. Just leave it ticking over and watch, people stop and look. I have ridden on this bike for over 100 miles and felt good as the seat is excellent. I fitted a screen so the wind and rain goes over my helmet.

Brakes like a demon. So much so you smash your balls against the tank so fit grip pads to the sides. Engine just pulls hard and you can ride around in 3rd gear all day.

No problems since I've had it. I didn't even run it in as directed, just didn't thrash it. The bike just wants to race everywhere but so calm and easy in town as well.

Bike was serviced at 500 miles by Bulldog Triumph in Wokingham. Average service costs but does drink fuel as you will use it to hear that lovely triple soundtrack. Got an SP Engineering carbon exhaust system for it and they sound is amazing. No fuelling issues either.

The TFT screen is one of the best, it's clear and user can set it up how they like. You can turn off the abs, traction controls and more. There are loads of maps on the bike for twisty roads, track days and rain. Controls on the bars are easy to work and all within reach. The screen even warns you of possible icy roads in cold conditions. On warm days you can touch the tyres and feel the rubber go. Fantastic grip.

The bike is at its best above 8000 RPM and the sweet symphony of the engine, air intake and exhaust note is HIGHLY addictive. I find myself constantly on the precipice of mortal danger just to find my next fix. The suspensions being fully adjustable, you can make them personal to you. I have it on a more sportier setting as its helps my riding style, and its what the bike was intended for. But you can easily have this on a comfort setting for both front and rear and cruise along just fine. The front brakes are on the verge of overkill! But jump on another bike and these monsters will be sorely missed. Coupled with the rider electronics such as the ABS, you'll feel safe regardless of the conditions. On the rain however, the Supercorsa tyres are less confidence inspiring and the treads to not dissipate that much water... Not the worst thing I suppose, keeps me off the bike in bad conditions. The handling on this light bike is superb. You can flick this thing and it will stick and take you along for the ride. Out on open roads you will get beaten by the wind, such is the nature of naked bikes. Over 80 MPH, you will have to hold on for dear life especially if you're trying to reach above 8000 RPM. The additional fly screen does little to ward off wind to be honest, but fully tucked in, it certainly does help. Personally I can ride this bike for a few hours before I get tired. With a pillion however, without tank grips for your legs and you might want to stop a lot more often to rearrange yourself, as well as your partner.

As I mentioned before, this bike truly comes to its own above 8000 RPM. Keeps you searching for that rev band and can get you in trouble if you get carried away. The triple noise is harrowing. Best in class. Power delivery is smooth, and not at all jerky even on the track mode. Ride by wire is great once the bike is up and running, but when the engine is warming up, it does become quite intrusive.

The attention to detail on this bike is second to none. All the exposed wires have been carefully routed and designed to be out of sight. The fairings, paint job and even down to the stitching exudes quality. You can see that they really worked the bike around the design. Engine is built brilliantly, absolutely no faults on my model, runs like a charm. 3rd part parts including suspension, brakes and tires have really been designed for this machine. Everything works flawlessly and looks extremely flush. Great right? well, not quite... The other day I literally brushed against the rear indicator and it cracked... nothing a little super glue wouldn't fix but still... was not expecting that.

Though the first service is cheap, and you only have to do one once a year or every 3000 miles, the labour cost creeps up on you. Nothing big I guess. In terms of Petrol, with its smallish sized tank, I find myself look for a service station every time I go for a ride. I'm averaging around 40 MPG, only because I'm addicted to finding that special music the engine plays for you when you reach 8000 RPM and above... which needless to say is not very fuel efficient!

Standard equipment is great. The TFT screen is god-send, especially with the intuitive joystick. Also I like the little detail of being able to adjust the angle of the screen, really shows great craftsman ship and attention to detail. Accessories I have a the thick rubber tank pad, windscreen and frame sliders put on this bike, and honestly they look like the bike should have been built this way. GET THEM!!! Bike just looks weird without them. The heated grips are really subtle and integrated with the screen, turns off when the bike is off too. However, the heat doest really reach through my gloves too well. Oxford one are hotter. Honestly GET the engine protectors, if you drop the bike, they will get scuffed. I know it detracts from the look a little, but they do fit with a flush finish. Worth it.

Every thing's great, except the rear brake. May be it will improve. But the front brake is great. I don't normally flick my bike at chicane, but I enjoying doing it with this bike. BTW I'm breaking-in this bike at a 650 metres gokart track exclusively.

I breakin-in my engine, with Rain mode, yet the power is threre aplenty, and comes on smooth like it's rheostat controlled.

The only thing I'm perplexed is the fuel consumption. My bike is in the break-in stage, and reved.

Slipper clutch is god send. Yet I'd like to see clutchless down shift with auto blipper. I can live with what I have though. Tyres are superb. 1 Throttleby wire 2 Sliper clutch