More power, poise and performance | New Triumph Speed Twin revealed

THE Triumph Speed Twin has won fans and awards since its launch in 2018 and more than 11,000 of these bikes have been built since then.

For 2021 though, Triumph is hoping to boost those numbers, by giving the Speed Twin a significant upgrade.

Triumph Speed Twin (2021) interview with Stuart Wood

At the heart of the bike is a 1200cc parallel twin-cylinder engine, although while outwardly looking like the same engine as the previous machine, beneath the skin its evolved into a higher-revving, more responsive, and more powerful powerplant.

The new Speed Twin boasts new higher compressions pistons, ports, cam profiles, and a secondary air system, all of which boost power by 3ps taking peak power to 98.6bhp @ 7,250rpm.

The peak torque figure is the same 82.6lb-ft as before, although that peak figure is now a handy 700rpm lower than before. That should result in a bike that feels even more responsive and ridable on the road.

A new, low inertia crank and alternator have been used, reducing internal inertia by a hefty 17%. Triumph is claiming that the new bike spins faster, revs harder and now has a 500rpm higher redline than the outgoing model.

Backing up the internal changes are a raft of updates to the chassis, including major updates to the suspension and brakes for 2021. Gone are the cartridge forks of before, and in their place, we have high-spec Marzocchi USD items. Mated to those of new radially mounted Brembo M50 calipers which promise better initial bite and lever feel. Rounding out the chassis changes are new lightweight 12-spoke cast wheels that are shod with Metzeler Racetec RR hoops.

Joining the technical advancements for 2021, the new Speed Twin is embellished with a host of visual changes compared to the previous generation bike. There are three, new colour schemes, with updated graphics for the model. The bike now features brushed stainless steel silencers – the previous machine had black items. It’s a simple change, but one that in the metal really lifts the bike. The 2021 Speed Twin also features anodised headlight and front mudguard mountings.

Triumph Speed Twin (2021) price colours and availability

For 2021, the Speed Twin is available in three paint schemes: the new lustrous Red Hopper scheme, the Matt Storm Grey with subtle yellow accents, or the Jet Black. The bike is priced at £11,000 and will be landing in dealerships from August onwards.

For more information, head to: www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk

Triumph Speed Twin (2022) specs