2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS [Specs, Features, Photos]

Triumph’s Top-Shelf Triple: The 2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS

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The Triumph Speed Triple RS is the top of the range naked roadster from Triumph Motorcycles. Thanks to a number of impressive tweaks from Triumph, the Speed Triple RS claims to be the most powerful, responsive, and best sounding triple ever! If you want to unleash your inner hooligan, this is the best model in the 2021 Triumph line-up for the job.

The 2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS draws power from a British-made 1,050cc Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder engine that produces a potent 148 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of peak torque. It’s a powerful ride, but the real secret to the Speed Triple RS’s success isn’t the engine, but the comprehensive electronics package that complements it.

Boasting five riding modes (Road, Rain, Sport, Track, and Rider-configurable), optimized cornering ABS, traction control, cruise control, and Triumph’s own all-new shift assist quick-shifter, the Speed Triple RS is a powerful and advanced motorcycle, with plenty of bells and whistles. What’s more, it also has fully adjustable Ohlins suspension, high-spec Brembo brakes, a keyless ignition, LED DRLs, and a full-color TFT display too. And that’s only a snapshot of what is on offer.

For 2021, the Speed Triple RS is available in two color options: Matt Black or Crystal White.

The 2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS starts from $16,500 USD / $18,300 CAD.

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS in one place.

Model Overview

General Info

Price: $16,500 USD / $18,300 CAD
Key Features:
- New TFT color instruments
- Five riding modes
- New optimized cornering ABS and traction control

Main Specs

Engine: 1,050 cc liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Power: 148 HP
Torque: 86 lbs-ft
Dry Weight: 416 lbs (189 Kg)
Seat Height: 32.48 in (825 mm)

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2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS Specifications

From Triumph

ENGINE
Engine	1,050 cc liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Power	148 HP
Bore x Stroke	79 mm x 71.4 mm
Compression Ratio	12.92:1
Fuel System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI
Starter	Electric
Exhaust	Stainless Steel 3 into 1 into 2 high level stainless steel mufflers
DRIVETRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate slip-assist clutch
Transmission	6-Speed
Final Drive	X-ring chain
CHASSIS
Suspension Front	Showa 43 mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 4.72 in (120 mm) travel
Suspension Rear	Showa monoshock with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 5.12 in (130 mm) rear wheel travel
Brakes Front	Twin 12.6 in (320 mm) floating discs, Brembo 4-piston Monobloc radial calipers Switchable ABS
Brakes Rear	Single 10.04 in (255 mm) disc, 2-piston sliding caliper Switchable ABS
Tires Front	120/70 ZR17
Tires Rear	190/55 ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity	4.1 US gallons (15.5 L)
Color	Matt Black, Crystal White
ELECTRICAL
Ignition
Spark Plugs
Headlight	LED
Tail Light	LED
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length
Width Handlebars	30.51 in (775 mm)
Height Without Mirror	42.13 in (1,070 mm)
Wheelbase	56.89 in (1,445 mm)
Trail	3.59 in (91.3 mm)
Seat Height	32.48 in (825 mm)
Dry Weight	423 lbs (192 Kg)
WARRANTY
Warranty
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2021 Triumph Speed Triple RS Features

Full-color 5-inch TFT instrument display that presents both essential and additional rider information from the on-board computer, with three screen styles to choose from, all with high and low contrast settings, adjustable for optimum visibility.

Ergonomically optimized stylish new backlit switch cubes for fast intuitive access to bike functions, including 5-way joystick to navigate TFT instrument screen, riding modes button and new cruise control switch.

Easily accessed through the left hand switch cube, choose from four riding modes, Rain, Road, Sport and Rider-configurable. Each altering the throttle map, ABS and traction control settings to suit the conditions or desired riding style.

Fitted as standard for the first time on the Speed Triple, cruise control can reduce rider fatigue on long distance journeys and is quickly enabled and disabled via the left hand switch cube for additional convenience.

Daytime Running Lights are an impressive way of increasing your visibility with a distinctive light profile. These are incorporated into the headlamps, which are set characteristically low to reflect the Speed Triple’s nose-down focused attitude.

The latest Speed Triple is lighter, with an updated 1050cc engine, more responsive throttle, and improved gearbox to deliver even more power and the most agile, sharp and focused ride you’ve ever had on this explosive bike.

Improving the clutch ‘feel’ by reducing lever effort, bringing a lighter touch than you’d expect; perfect for long journeys or stop-start urban commutes.

All-new Triumph designed system that enables smooth up/down gear changes without the use of the clutch, reducing rider fatigue.

Contemporary new black, race-style, freer flowing twin upswept silencers, with a larger bore and a more slender stainless steel end cap and aluminum heat shield.

There’s a more contemporary high-gloss finish to the Speed Triple cast alloy wheels, while high-spec Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa tyres and twin disc front brakes with Brembo Monobloc calipers provide an even greater feel and control.