Triumph Street Triple 765 RS (MY2023) vs Speed Triple 1200 RS (MY2021)

Street Triple 765 RS

Strengths

• Elastic triple, forgiving in any gear
• Brakes that bite and last
• Electronics that stay invisible
• Genuinely premium build quality
• Cornering and handling agility

Trade-offs

• Stock seat too soft for track
• Hard riding shortens your range
• Wants real pace to shine
• Fiddly joystick menu controls
• Cruise control is a paid accessory

Speed Triple 1200 RS

Strengths

• Relentless, linear pull
• Quickshifter that always works
• Öhlins that reward a setup
• Everyday bike, weekend weapon
• Precise turn-in, clear feedback

Trade-offs

• Traction control plays it safe
• Snatchy throttle on pickup
• Cramped for big riders
• Electronics and software issues
• Suspension too firm on the road

Street Triple 765 RS

• Valve spring retainer / collet replacement service action Triumph issued a dealer-mandatory service action for MY2023 and MY2024 Street Triple 765 (R and RS) requiring replacement of valve spring retainers. Dealers were instructed not to release affected bikes for delivery without the work being completed; bikes already in customer hands are to have the work performed at next dealer visit. The job requires engine removal and cylinder head removal. The action follows real-world catastrophic engine failures (valve drop, cylinder damage) reported by owners — including one MY2024 R at ~2,800 miles and one MY2023 RS at ~16,352 miles.
• Quickshifter / shift-linkage sensor failure on early MY2024 builds Early-production MY2024 Street Triple 765 RS units shipped with a quickshifter / shift-linkage sensor that failed in-service, often early in life (reports from ~1,500 miles). Triumph revised the sensor in production during 2024; warranty replacements on early units were delayed by parts backlog. The clutch and gearbox themselves remain unaffected — owners can continue to ride using the clutch lever during the wait.

Speed Triple 1200 RS

• Sudden engine stall during riding without warning Engine stalls suddenly and without warning during riding. No sputtering, no warning lights beforehand. After restart (ignition off/on) everything works again. Possible causes: (1) accidental activation of kill switch (located close to the handlebar grip), (2) exhaust valve problem, (3) electronics fault. Individual cases resolved under warranty (exhaust valve replacement).
• Quickshifter fails at warm temperatures The quickshifter works normally with a cold engine but becomes less reliable as engine and ambient temperatures rise. In hot weather it can stop working entirely on some units, so the rider has to fall back on the clutch for every shift. A transmission fault warning may appear on the display. When hot, the quickshifter sensor stops reporting shift-load values correctly. On some units the fault keeps coming back, even after the sensor has been replaced under warranty.
• Exhaust valve servo/actuator causes fault codes P0475 and limp mode The pressure-sensitive cable between the servo motor and butterfly valve of the exhaust valve is very tight from the factory. Through vibrations or the rider's weight, the sensor is activated and triggers fault codes (P0475). This leads to "Transmission Fault" and "Check Engine" warnings and can trigger limp mode. The small adjustment screws on the valves need minimal fine-tuning. Stones can get jammed in the cable mechanism.
• Gear position sensor reports incorrect values The gear position sensor reports incorrect values, leading to quickshifter failures, incorrect gear display, and "Transmission Fault" warnings. Warranty replacement documented. After replacement, the neutral position must be re-adapted.
• Battery busbar screw on positive terminal too long from factory — loose connection The battery busbar screw on the positive terminal is in some cases too long from the factory, leading to a loose connection. Under vibration, contact is intermittently lost and triggers a cascade of fault messages: "Battery System Fault" followed by "Transmission Fault", "Check Engine", ABS fault, suspension fault. Quickshifter fails, limp mode possible. Restart clears the faults temporarily.
• Exhaust valve cover detaches due to weld fracture on header The exhaust valve cover breaks off at the weld on the header and is lost during riding. The mounting point (tab) is welded onto the mid-section of the header — the weld fractures due to vibrations. Since the part is welded on, the repair requires a complete replacement of the exhaust system. Triumph has provided a revised part.
• "Low Oil Pressure" warning appears intermittently despite adequate oil pressure The "Low Oil Pressure" warning appears intermittently on the display, although actual oil pressure is adequate. Triumph has acknowledged the problem and implemented two measures: (1) Hardware: Oil pump drive gear changed from 28 to 24 teeth (increased oil pressure), (2) Software: Control strategy revised, warning now latches (stays on until ignition off/on). Official NHTSA Technical Service Bulletin MC-10231151-9999 available. Note: Install oil filter AFTER filling oil, NOT pre-fill (NHTSA TSB MC-10203568-9999).
• Keyless fuel cap requires significant force to close / electronic failure The keyless fuel cap requires significant force to close (pressing with palm of hand). The electronic opening mechanism can fail — fuel cap does not open or only after minutes. Individual cases of complete electronics failure during second refueling documented. Remedy: Silicone lubricant on the rubber filler seal ring monthly.
• Navigation and Bluetooth connection of the My Triumph App do not work reliably The My Triumph App frequently loses Bluetooth connection, especially when the phone is in a jacket pocket. Navigation works only sporadically, even after software updates at the dealer. Some owners cannot even register their motorcycle in the app (timeout). Particularly affected: 2021 models. Music streaming often works while navigation simultaneously fails. Many owners use alternative solutions (Garmin, Quad Lock).