News from Hinckley this week, as Triumph unveils the new limited edition Speed Triple 1200 RX. We then look at a Stark Varg Alpha electric motocrosser dressed as a Honda CR500, a modern classic electric scooter from Germany, and a radically modified Honda VTR1000F from France.
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If you haven’t sampled the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR yet, you’re missing out. By combining the Speed Triple’s character-rich 1,160 cc triple-cylinder motor with classic café racer styling and sportbike ergonomics, Triumph has nailed the balance between modern and retro. And with a spec sheet that includes Öhlins semi-active electronically adjustable suspension, it means…
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The Triumph Speed Triple turns 31 this year. In those three-plus decades, it has evolved in leaps and bounds and built an unrivaled cult following. Scores of riders love it for its unapologetic looks, sharp handling, and characterful triple-cylinder engine—this writer included. The new Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS takes everything good about the newest…
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Another week, another limited edition from a major OEM. This time, it’s Triumph teaming up with Breitling on a special Speed Triple 1200 RR with a matching watch. We also have a BMW R850RT from Spain, a new flat track prototype based on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and a rare Honda Monkey Baja Africa…
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Many lofty dreams start with “one day, when I retire,” but very few of them are actually realized. Luckily, Rob Chappell of…
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Triumph’s new Speed Triple 1200 RR got the internet fizzing this week, so we’ve added our thoughts. We’ve also stumbled across a…
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Our weekly search has uncovered a Suzuki GSX 1200 dressed as a Honda, a Triumph Speed Triple cafe racer from France, and…
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Before Brice Hennebert started building race-inspired machines as Workhorse Speed Shop, he ran another workshop with a friend, called Kruz Company. The…
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The Swedish electric bike company Cake takes on poaching in Africa, and Triumph cranks the Speed Triple up a notch. Plus we…
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It’s tough being a custom bike builder. Aside from having to make a living, you’re at the mercy of public opinion—which can…
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We once listed the Triumph Speed Triple 1050 as one of our favorite modern motorcycles. And with good reason: the grunty motor…
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Most folks agree that the Triumph Speed Triple is one of the best ‘naked’ bikes you can buy. But there’s always someone,…
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