Triumph Motorcycles announces some new features affecting its range Modern Classics, with the launch of the new Speed Twin 1200 RS and the updated Speed Twin 1200. Both models will be on sale from January 2025, perfectly combining Bonneville DNA with high sporting performance, as well as attention to style and safety. Technologies such as ABS and traction control optimised for cornering, full-LED lighting and a new instrument panel with connectivity option and USB-C socket.
The Speed Twin 1200 offers a more dynamic and precise driving experience than ever before, thanks to a 5 HP increase in maximum powerto the incorporation of high-performance components signed by Marzocchi, Öhlins, Brembo or Metzelerand specific geometries and driving positions for each model. In addition, The new RS includes the Triumph Shift Assist system as standard for the first time on a Modern Classic.
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025 range in detail
The new Speed Twin 1200 features new features in its chassis, including the Marzocchi inverted fork and the Marzocchi double rear shock absorber to further improve the precision and dynamic and connected riding experience with the bike. For its part, the new Speed Twin 1200 RS is designed to offer sportier emotions, with a more aggressive riding position and premium components such as the double Öhlins rear shock absorber or the Brembo Stylema brake calipers.
Triumph Product Manager Steve Sargent comments: “The new Speed Twin 1200 RS is sportier, more engaging and even more responsive. It is designed for riders who want the best in dynamic performance without sacrificing classic sporty style.” He adds that “the updates made to the new Speed Twin 1200 represent a significant evolution for this highly charismatic model, retaining its superb handling and that classic style that everyone admires, while we have gained power and additional technology to improve the riding experience without inconsistencies.”
If something stands out, it is especially in the Speed Twin 1200 As with the new RS, the iconic design has been updated with a sportier twist. The tank is now more sculpted, with forward-sloping lines and new front indentations, while the side panels are more minimalist and the engine covers more angular. The compact megaphone-shaped silencers, the new cast aluminium wheels, which stand out for their 7-arm double-turbine design, and the elegant round LED headlight with an updated light pattern reinforce the charisma of the model.
The single-piece seat has been extensively redesigned and is now lower and more sculpted to match the bike’s sporty styling, and narrower at the front, making it easier for the rider to manoeuvre while standing. The RS seat is higher and has a sportier, more stylish finish, with specific stitching details.
In terms of colour options, the Speed Twin 1200 RS is offered in two striking colour schemes: Baja Orange and Sapphire Blackboth with graphic details that reinforce their sporty character. On the other hand, the Speed Twin 1200 comes in two two-tone options in Crystal White or Carnival Red combined with Sapphire Black and in a third option Aluminium Silverfor those looking for a more classic aesthetic.
The riding experience of the new Speed Twin 1200 RS is enhanced by high-performance components such as the fully adjustable Marzocchi fork and the double Öhlins rear shock absorber, which offer a more connected, precise and dynamic feeling when cornering. In addition, the Brembo Stylema calipers offer exceptional braking, complemented by the high-performance tyres. Metzeler Racetec RR K3perfect for high performance sports on the road.
The RS’s ergonomic design has been optimised for a more assertive stance, with the footpegs set back slightly and the handlebars repositioned to squeeze the most out of the model’s sporty performance. The Speed Twin 1200, meanwhile, offers a more relaxed but equally exciting riding position, maintaining agility without sacrificing comfort. Its higher handlebars create a more spacious feel while riding.
The 43mm Marzocchi forks and matching rear shocks, now fitted with remote reservoirs, are preload adjustable and enhance agility and smoothness of the ride. Triumph radial calipers, together with the dual 320mm front discs, provide great stopping power, matched by the excellent performance of the Metzeler Sportec M9RR tyres.
In the mechanical section, the high-compression Bonneville 1200 twin-cylinder engine delivers 5 additional HP of maximum power compared to the previous generation, reaching 105 hp at 7,750 rpmand pushes harder for longer to the rev limit. The 270-degree firing order and low-inertia crankshaft provide instant response with distinctive pulsing that maintains strong torque delivery throughout the rev range, peaking at 1000 rpm. 112 Nm.
In terms of technology, both models feature an advanced set of features, including ABS and traction control optimized for curves, which guarantee safety without compromising performance. The driving modes Road and Rain The Speed Twin 1200’s advanced features allow the bike’s response to be tailored to the conditions. On the RS, an additional Sport mode offers an even more dynamic experience, with quicker throttle response and optimised traction control to increase the bike’s sense of power and dynamics in sporty riding.
For the first time on a Modern Classic motorcycle, the RS features Triumph’s Shift Assist system, which enables fast and fluid shifting up and down without the need to operate the clutch, enhancing the riding experience and reducing rider fatigue. The new instrument cluster, with LCD and TFT displays meticulously integrated into a classic circular face, increases visibility and functionality whilst retaining the Speed Twin’s timeless look. It also enables compatibility with symbol-based navigation, phone connectivity and includes a handy USB-C socket.
The level of detail on both models is highlighted by the use of premium components such as the redesigned rocker panels, headlight bezel and new side panel trims, all made from brushed aluminium. Exclusive to the Speed Twin 1200 RS, the front and rear mudguards are also made from brushed aluminium, matching the aluminium swingarm. In addition, Triumph offers More than 50 original accessoriessuch as clip-on handlebars, a bullet seat or a cowl for those looking for a modern café racer.
The new generation of Speed Twin 1200 will be Available in Spain in January 2025, with prices starting at 15,295 euros for the Speed Twin 1200 and 17,595 euros for the Speed Twin 1200 RS.
More detailed information can be found on the brand’s official website or at any of the authorised distributors with which Triumph collaborates in our country.
