Triumph Motorcycles announces some new features affecting its range Modern Classics, with the launch of the updated 2025 Speed Twin 1200 and the new Speed Twin 1200 RS. 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 2025 Speed Twin 1200 offers a more dynamic and precise driving experience than ever, 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 Rivals
Within the select club where we find this Speed Twin 1200 2025 we can enjoy rivals of the level of the following:
Engine of the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025
The high-compression Bonneville 1200 twin-cylinder engine delivers an additional 5 HP of peak power compared to the previous generation, reaching 105 hp at 7,750 rpm. It has 8 valves in the cylinder head, liquid cooling and multipoint electronic injection with electronic accelerator. It is associated with a 6-speed gearbox, responsible for sending the torque to the rear wheel. 112 Nm of maximum torque declared by Triumph.
Other technical features of this engine include, for example, the 270-degree firing order and the low-inertia crankshaft, which provide instant response with characteristic pulses that maintain a robust torque delivery throughout the entire rev range. Likewise, the driving modes Road and Rain of the Speed Twin 1200 allow you to customize the bike’s response to the conditions.
Cycle part of the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025
The new Speed Twin 1200 2025 features new features in its chassis, including the inverted front fork and the double rear shock absorber to further improve the precision and dynamic driving experience connected to the motorcycle, with a balanced, natural and confidence-inspiring behaviour when cornering. The tubular steel chassis works precisely with the other main structural element, the double-sided aluminium swingarm.
The 2025 Speed Twin 1200 offers a more relaxed yet equally exciting riding position, maintaining agility without sacrificing comfort. Its higher handlebars create a more spacious feel while riding. The 43mm Marzocchi fork and Marzocchi rear shocks, which now feature remote reservoirs, are preload adjustable and improve agility and smoothness of the ride.
Triumph radial calipers, together with the double 320 mm front discs, provide great stopping power, in line with the excellent performance of the Metzeler Sportec M9RR tyres in sizes 120/70 R17 and 160/60 R17, front and rear respectively. Triumph announces a final weight in running order of 216 kgincluding the 14.5 litres that can be stored in its fuel tank. The seat is located at 805 mm, while the wheelbase is approved for a final figure of 1,413 mm.
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025 Equipment and Finishes
The new 2025 Speed Twin 1200 features an advanced level of technology, including cornering-optimised ABS and traction control, ensuring safety without compromising performance. The new instrument panel with meticulously integrated LCD and TFT displays in a classic circular dial 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.
Likewise, the level of detail is evident in premium components such as the redesigned side skirts, headlight bezel and new side panel trim, all made from brushed aluminum.
Triumph also offers over 50 original accessories, such as clip-on handlebars, a bullet seat or a tail cowl for those looking for a modern café racer. An extensive catalogue that allows riders to adapt their Speed Twin 1200 to their own style.
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025
The new Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 is designed to offer sportier thrills, with a more aggressive riding position and high-performance components, such as the double Öhlins rear shock absorber, Brembo Stylema brake calipers and even more premium details and finishes.
In the words of Triumph Product Manager Steve Sargent: “The new 2025 Speed Twin 1200 RS is sportier, more engaging and with an even more precise response. It is designed for riders who want the best in dynamic performance without giving up classic sporty style.”
And he adds that “The updates made to the new 2025 Speed Twin 1200 represent a significant evolution for this highly charismatic model, retaining its superb handling and classic style that everyone admires, while we have gained power and additional technology to improve the driving experience without inconsistencies.”
The riding experience of the new Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 is unrivalled, thanks to 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 Metzeler Racetec RR K3 tyres, perfect for high sporting performance 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. On the RS, the additional Sport riding mode offers an even more dynamic experience, with quicker throttle response and optimised traction control to increase the bike’s sense of power and dynamism in sporty riding.
For the first time on a Modern Classic motorcycle, the RS features Triumph’s Shift Assist system, which allows for fast and fluid shifting up and down without the need to engage the clutch, thereby improving the riding experience and reducing rider fatigue. In terms of finish, the Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 also features brushed aluminium front and rear mudguards, matching the aluminium swingarm.
In terms of colour options, the 2025 Speed Twin 1200 RS is offered in two striking colour schemes:
- Baja Orange
- Sapphire Black
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025 Colors
The British brand offers us up to three color options for its new model:
- Crystal White/Sapphire Black
- Carnival Red/Sapphire Black
- Aluminium Silver
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025 Price
The new Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2025 will be available at the brand’s dealerships from January 2025 with a price starting from 15,295 euroswhile for the RS variant we will have to pay 17.595For more information, please visit Triumph’s official website or any of the British firm’s authorized distributors.
