2019 Speed Twin

[roginoz]

I had a chance to test ride the new Speed Twin while we were in Austin for the MotoGP. It is a great bike. Plenty of power (short shift, roll on in sixth gear, whatever...) with what is basically the Thruxton engine. I was concerned by the non-adjustable suspension (except for rear preload) but the handling was impressive. Ergonomics were good for us old fat guys. The bike just felt right all around. I'm seriously considering adding another bike to the garage; don't need a tourer, as the ST only has 139K on it, so I'd like something that doesn't duplicate the purpose of the ST1300, XR1200X, KLR650, or CL350. I still have a couple of other bikes to ride, but I think the Speed Twin may be the one.

 

[okckeith]

I plan on riding that bike also. But the new 1200 Scrambler just might replace my Tiger when the time comes. It also has the Thruxton motor. And tubeless spoked wheels. But only if it is close to being as comfortable as my Tiger. Eurotech has both of them sitting on the floor.
I agree that motor and transmission have power everywhere. Roll on 6th gear from 35 mph. And the Thruxton R I rode stood almost straight up the first time I let out on the clutch. Just too small for my old broke down self. If only I was younger.
Come on down Rodger and let’s go ride some bikes.

 

[roginoz]

Ordered the Speed Twin yesterday, the red one. My dealer couldn't find a red 2019, but they're having a 2020 shipped in. I'll post something more in a couple of weeks.

 

[okckeith]

Rodger I hope you enjoy your Triumph as much as I do mine. Congratulations on your new toy! That motor is very nice. I have only rode the T120. I loved the motor and transmission. But the bike just was not for me.
Hope you enjoy it. I look forward to your review of it. I need to go test ride one.

 

[roginoz]

Picked up the Speed Twin today. Now, to make time for some break-in miles.

 

[SmashVol]

Good looking bike Rog! Bet it sounds good also.

 

[Upt' North]

Picked up the Speed Twin today. Now, to make time for some break-in miles.

Roger, nice new Hinckley Triumph.
You have to hand it to some of the EU manufacturers, they're making some nice looking bikes.
Triumph have somehow managed to do what others have failed, it's looks as though this model has just evolved over half a century.
Enjoy, daft comment.
Upt'North.

 

[ESB]

Looks like a great bike in Red.
If it works for U, then it must be
the right choice.
Nice engine, with good power.
Is that 1200 Twin pretty smooth ??

 

[ardykay54]

Nice bike Roger!...…..you better post some RTEs so I can see it in person …….Russ.

 

[roginoz]

Good looking bike Rog! Bet it sounds good also.

It has a pleasing, yet civilized rumble to it. The 270 degree crank probably has something to do with it.

 

[roginoz]

Looks like a great bike in Red.
If it works for U, then it must be
the right choice.
Nice engine, with good power.
Is that 1200 Twin pretty smooth ??

The parallel twin is extremely smooth at all engine speeds.

 

[okckeith]

Congrats Rodger! I love that motor and transmission! I think the possibilities are endless.

 

[Coop]

Are you trying to lure Steve away from Ducati? Nice bike!

 

[roginoz]

Are you trying to lure Steve away from Ducati? Nice bike!

He did drive my car home from the dealer when I picked the bike up, but that's the extent of it. He has three Ducatis now; picked up a MulitStrada earlier this year.

 

[Coop]

He did drive my car home from the dealer when I picked the bike up, but that's the extent of it. He has three Ducatis now; picked up a MulitStrada earlier this year.

Spares in case the dog fails again? I always wanted a Ducati after Padden rode his to Moonshine, but never bought one.