Triumph let us know the all-new Street Triple was coming when it spilled the beans back in May, but now more info has been released about the new Trumpet.
When Triumph made official its plans to create a naked based off the popular Daytona 675, dubbed the Street Triple, we were thrilled. So were our readers, who poured over the limited information and one lone picture when the
First Look article hit our electronic pages at the end of May. Now the fresh Trumpet has made a proper debut before 5000 Triumph owners at the Triumph Tridays, June 30th, at Neukirchen, Austria. With the first public appearance in the books, more information was made available.
We already knew the Street Triple would utilize the same 675cc Triple as the fantastic Daytona supersport machine. The character, power, and sound of the sweet-singing Daytona 675 charmed us last year in the ultra-competitive Supersport segment, when it took top honors in the 2006 Supersport Shootout, both
street and
track, as well as
Best New Streetbike of 2006.
Triumph doesn't specify any internal or tuning changes to the 675 mill, but the claimed power numbers imply some tweaks as the Triples' 107 horsepower and 51 lb-ft of torque are less than the Daytona's claimed 123 hp and 53 lb-ft of torque. Our Daytona 675 test bike rang up 107 ponies and 47 lb-ft when we dynoed it in '06. Doing some fancy tabulations on our adding machines, we can expect the new Street Triple to make around 93 horses and 45 lb-ft when we strap it onto the dyno in our office - soon we hope!
The new Street also incorporates Daytona components in the chassis design, including the aluminum frame and swingarm. Five-spoke 17-inch wheels are also sourced direct from the Daytona. There are differences, however, as the Street Triple sports different geometry than its supersport sibling. A 24.3-degree rake and 95.3mm trail contrast the 23.5-degree and 86.8mm numbers from the Daytona. Also different is the 31.5-inch seat height, which is a full inch shorter. Both bikes sport 4.6-gallon tanks, although the stripped down Street claims a 5-lb heavier dry weight at 368 lbs.
Kabaya suspension units are incorporated up front and in the rear in the form of a 41mm inverted fork and monoshock, which provide a respective 120 and 126mm of travel. Nissin units take care of the stopping power, with dual 308mm rotors up front and a single 220mm rear. The design is similar to the Daytona four-piston configuration, but with two-piston calipers up front on the Street Triple.
Interesting accessories include a windscreen, seat cowling and belly pan. With the extra body work adding protection for the rider and machine, or to enhance the minimalist looks of the stock machine to a rider's own tastes. A host of carbon fiber parts will also be available, as well as two styles of magnetic tank bags. The other noteworthy accessory is a 3-into-1 Arrow exhaust, which Triumph promises will deliver performance gains on top of an 8-lb reduction in weight.
It is clear that Triumph expects the new Street Triple to be a hit, as evidenced by the following statement from Triumph's Commercial Director, Tue Mantoni, in a press release announcing the new design:
The Street Triple will have accessories available, including a 3-into-1 exhaust from Arrow.
'The Street Triple is one of the most important models we've ever brought to market, giving Triumph a strong presence in this important segment and offering a new entry point to Triumph's range of sports bikes. It's a great bike for both new and experienced riders, with distinctive style and class-leading performance in an affordable package. Reaction from customers to the Street Triple has been fantastic."
The enviable problem for Triumph may be keeping the new design in stock. Available in Jet Black, Fusion White and Roulette Green, the Street Triple sports an MSRP of $7,999. Potential buyers have until September 30th to reserve one of the Streets at participating dealers, by which time Triumph promises the new designs will be obtainable. More info on the new design can be found at
www.triumphstreettriple.com.
Triumph Street Triple Specs:
- 675cc, fuel injected, water-cooled, three-cylinder, 12-valve engine
- 6-speed, close ratio gear box
- Kayaba suspension front and rear
- Nissin 2 piston front brakes / single piston rear
- 31.5" seat height / 368 lb. dry weight
- 17.4 liter (4.6 US gallons) fuel capacity
- 24.3§ rake and 95.3mm trail - Instrument display functions include LCD speedometer and tachometer dial, trip computer, odometer and clock, lap timer with 99 lap memory and gear position indicator
- Maximum power: 108PS (107bhp) at 11700rpm
- Maximum torque: 69Nm (51 lb-ft) at 9100rpm
- Available in Jet Black, Fusion White and Roulette Green
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