2009 Triumph Street Triple R

TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE R HIGHLIGHTS

Price : $9,499.00
Bodystyle : Sports Naked Bike
Warranty : 24 months
Manufacturer Country : England
Model Year : 2009
Displacement (cc) : 675
Engine Type : Horizontal In-line

VEHICLE REVIEW

2009 Triumph Street Triple R
Triumph became a famous name in the world of motorcycles with unique style as well as innovative ways of obtaining as much performance and benefits from their bikes. The 2009 Street Triple model reflect their urban sports strategy best. On one hand, they have the base Street Triple model which is unchanged for 2009, but on the other hand there is the all-new 2009 Triumph Street Triple R. So instead of simply upgrading a bike that was already present in their lineup, they make the choice of creating a significantly more expensive brand new model derived from it. This way, both riders who search for a veritable naked bike at a low price are satisfied and also those more ostentatious who prefer to pay the price for a more attractive model.

Powerunit engine,a reliable companion,unique features,you love to ride the new Street Triple R

It may sound hard to believe, but the Street Triples are actually 2008 spec bikes. Furthermore, the simple 2009 model year doesn’t even get a new color range so the real question here is: in which chapter did the 2008 model year lack and, implicit, what did Triumph needed to improve on the 2009 model? Our answer is that virtually nothing as the bike is being powered by Daytona’s 675cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline three-cylinder engine from which British engineers ensure, with a multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, that they get 107bhp at 11,700 rpm and 51ft.lbf at 9,100 rpm. A proven performer on the chassis it first rolled off the production line, the engine is being mounted on the same agile and confidence-inspiring unit. So if it is to look at the big picture here, the Street Triple gets the best from the Daytona (engine, tranny, chassis) and the best from the Speed Triple (that incomparable British naked look).The all-new 2009 Street Triple R stands out thanks to the much more attention paid to details and the brand new colors, all contributing at creating a significantly more refined motorcycle, which is extremely hard given the already impressive base model. Triumph’s new addition gets wider handlebars.

The Daytona 675 may have donated the engine, tranny and chassis, but the Speed Triple came in with the distinctive streetfighter look that suit the Street triple and Street Triple R so well. While the first one features the same Jet Black, Fusion White, Roulette Green colors and nothing to set it apart from the previous model year, 2009’s all-new “R” model benefits of preferential treatment and the makeover is outstanding. Two new colors - Matte Graphite and Matte Blazing Orange – cover the same impressively finished bodywork and the two-tone black and graphite saddle meets the finishing standards while making a smooth pass from the 4.6 gallons gas tank and the fairly small rear end. The slightly wider aluminum handlebars are Magura tapered and the upside down forks are anodized black to enhance the bike’s aggressive look.Independently of paint scheme, the bike gets “R” graphics so that your mates would know that you’re riding the latest and most beautiful Street Triple motorcycle yet to be produced. We haven’t yet got the chance to ride the special “R” model, but because it features no upgrade to set it apart from the standard model, we can share our impressions with you as this last has no secrets left unveiled. The Street Triple is very easy to toss around mostly because the proper weight distribution and the 367 lbs dry weight. It is a machine created for pure rider enjoyment so it is more likely to take it down the track rather than on those long trips involving a passenger and a significant amount of luggage. Being derived from a pure supersports motorcycle, the naked goes beautifully around the corners and the engine’s broadened powerband allows for a fairly smoother, but longer and constant accelerating rounds. The three-cylinder motor feels much bigger and potent than ever expected and a fully opened throttle in the right gear easily results into a wheelie (hopefully intended). The same thing applies when grabbing the front brake lever too hard and in the hands of an expert rider, this thing’s capabilities can result in what some of us would call ‘harmonic over-exploiting a motorcycle’. On public roads, the Street Triple is the sweetest thing and a reliable companion both in crowded urban environments and on the open road. Most likely, the best thing about it is the fact that it doesn’t address to a specific category of riders so it makes for a good learning bike in the hands of a conscious rider and a real blast when the racing suit is on. Furthermore, the bike makes it possible for riders to gather skills on it and only then start scrapping the knees and pegs. The road’s imperfections are easily absorbed by the fully adjustable front fork and preload adjustable shock. Speed bumps aren’t harsh at all and yet the beautifully put together motorcycle remains steady and reassuring in limit situations though it is not recommended to try this unless there is no other alternative. It’s like having two different characters and it never manages to get a rider bored. Comfortably accommodated and benefiting of instant throttle response, it is very likely to often find yourself trying to flat it out and that’s when the wind restrictions intervene. It’s good to have a constant factor of speed reduction always with you (not just the voice of your wife shouting to slow down, at least for your kid if not for her), but it becomes a drawback especially knowing that the 107bhp engine and six-speed gearbox make good team with high speed results.

OVERVIEW SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Bore (in) : 2.92
Bore (mm) : 74
Compression Ratio : 1271
Cooling : Liquid
Cylinders : 3
Displacement (cc) : 675
Displacement (ci) : 41.2
Engine Configuration : Horizontal In-line
Engine Type : 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector : Yes
Fuel System Type : Fuel Injected
Ram Air Induction : Yes
Speed Governor : No
Starter : Electric
Stroke (in) : 2.06
Stroke (mm) : 52.3
Valve Configuration : DOHC
Valves : 12
Valves Per Cylinder : 4

PERFORMANCE

Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) : 1.84
Horsepower (bhp) : 107
Horsepower (kW) : 79.8
Horsepower RPM : 11700
Horsepower To Weight (hp) : 0.29
Torque (Ft Lbs) : 51
Torque (Nm) : 69.1
Torque RPM : 9100

TRANSMISSION

Number Of Speeds : 6
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) : Gear
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) : Chain
Reverse : No
Transmission Type : Manual

SUSPENSION & STEERING

Air Adjustable : No
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load : No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping : No
Front Central Suspension Strut : No
Front Fork Diameter (in) : 1.6
Front Fork Diameter (mm) : 41
Front Suspension Brand Name : Kabaya
Front Suspension Type : Inverted Fork
Front Travel (in) : 4.7
Front Travel (mm) : 120
Number Rear Shock Absorbers : 1
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping : No
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load : Yes
Rear Suspension Brand Name : Kabaya
Rear Suspension Type : Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Swingarm Material : Aluminum
Rear Travel (in) : 5
Rear Travel (mm) : 126
Steering Damper : No

WHEELS

Front Wheel Diameter : 17
Front Wheel Width (in) : 3.5
Rear Wheel Diameter : 17
Rear Wheel Width (in) : 5.5
Tube / Tubeless : Tubeless
Wheels Composition : Aluminum

TIRES

Front Tire (Full Spec) : 120/70 ZR17
Front Tire Aspect Ratio : 70
Front Tire Speed Rating : Z
Front Tire Width : 120
Rear Tire (Full Spec) : 180/55 ZR17
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio : 55
Rear Tire Speed Rating : Z
Rear Tire Width : 180
Tire Brand : Pirelli

BRAKES

Front Brake Diameter (in) : 12.1
Front Brake Diameter (mm) : 308
Front Brake Type : Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Caliper Pistons : 2
Rear Brake Diameter (in) : 8.7
Rear Brake Diameter (mm) : 220
Rear Brake Type : Hydraulic Disc
Rear Caliper Pistons : 1

SEATS

Adjustable : No
Backrest Logo Plate : No
Grab Rail or Strap : Standard
Number Of Seats : 2
Seat Height (in) : 31.6
Seat Height (mm) : 802.6
Seat Location : Driver and Passenger
Seat Material : Vinyl
Seat Specifications : Standard
Seat Type : One-Piece

BODYWORK

Adjustable : No
Air Cleaner Cover : No
Battery Cover : No
Belt Guard : No
Body Material : Plastic
Brake Caliper Cover : No
Brake Line Cover : No
Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard : No
Brush Guard : No
Carburetor Cover : No
Chassis Protectors : No
Choke Knob Cover : No
Construction : Standard
Drive Shaft Cover : No
Drive Shaft Guard : No
Engine Case Guard : No
Exterior Covers : Standard
Exterior Guards : Standard
Foot Peg Location : Driver and Passenger
Foot Peg Material : Rubber
Fork Caps : No
Fork Guards : Yes
Frame : Aluminum
Frame Cover : No
Front Fender : Standard
Front Fender Material : Plastic
Hand Grip Material : Rubber
Hand Grips : Standard
Hand Guards : No
License Plate : Standard
Light Guard : No
Master Cylinder Cap : No
Master Cylinder Cover : No
Oil Filler Cover : No
Oil Filter Cover : No
Rear Fender : Standard
Rear Fender Material : Plastic
Rearview Mirrors Folding : Yes
Saddle Bag Guard : No
Stand : Standard
Stand Type : Kick
Starter Cover ; No
Swing Arm Cover : No
Tank Cover : No
Tire Valve Cap : No
Upper Fairing : Standard
Valve Stems : No

FUEL CAPACITY

Fuel Capacity (gal) : 4.6
Fuel Capacity (l) : 17.4

COLOURS

Matte Graphite

Matte Blazing Orange

DIMENSIONS

Capacities : Standard
Comment : Standard
Dimensions : Standard
Dry Weight (kg) : 166.5
Dry Weight (lbs) : 367
Handlebar Lock : Standard
Height (in) : 49.2
Height (mm) : 1249.7
Model Year : 2009
Length (in) : 79.9
Length (mm) : 2029.5
Manufacturer Country : England
Manufacturer Type : Sport
MIC Model Segment : ON-HWY Sport Bike 501-750cc
Previous Model Year Accessories : Yes
Product Type : Motorcycle / Scooter
Rake (degrees) : 24.3
Revision Status : New
Trail (in) : 3.8
Trail (mm) : 95.3
Weight : Standard
Wheelbase (in) : 54.9
Wheelbase (mm) : 1394.5
Width (in) : 30.7
Width (mm) : 779.8