By NastyNils·
Motorcycle comparison · Supersport vs Naked Bike
Triumph Daytona 675 (MY2013) vs Street Triple 675 R (L67LR)
Triumph Daytona 675 vs Street Triple 675 R: where they split, and which one to buy.
Squeeze the brake lever hard on the Triumph Daytona 675 and the front end doesn't go quiet: you feel the fork load up and the tire bite. The Triumph Street Triple 675 R's lever tells your fingers exactly how much stopping you're asking for. Its braking builds steadily the harder you squeeze.
So which one do you buy?
Buy the Street Triple 675 R if…
Daily commuting & city riding
Better bet: Street Triple 675 R
As a daily commuter, the Street Triple 675 R gets the nod, and it isn't close.
The Daytona 675 has the edge if…
Sporty riding on twisty roads
Edges it: Daytona 675
The Daytona 675 nudges ahead once the pavement starts to wiggle. It's down to a sportier chassis and better suspension. Don't expect a night-and-day difference.
What makes each one tick
Daytona 675
Wound toward the top of the rev range, the Daytona 675's triple keeps pulling while the intake and exhaust howl louder. There's torque beneath that howl, too. Corner entry on the Angeles Crest Highway is where the compact chassis earns its place, with the bars turning it in precisely. The nose goes where it's pointed.
Street Triple 675 R
The Street Triple 675 R doesn't need more than a nudge at the handlebar to swap sides through linked bends. The suspension soaks up a mid-corner bump, and the aluminum frame doesn't budge off its line. Its triple pulls in one even sweep from low revs to the top. The low-slung exhaust wails up top.
Nils rode the Street Triple 675 R in 2013 and 2014 (NastyNils Testride).
The Voice of Experience
What actually separates them
- The Daytona 675 makes more peak power: 126 hp (94 kW) vs 105 hp (78 kW).
- The Daytona 675 makes more peak torque: 55 lb-ft (74 Nm) vs 50 lb-ft (68 Nm).
- ABS: standard on the Street Triple 675 R, option on the Daytona 675.
Which one for the way you ride
Comfortable long-distance riding
Not their thing
Neither one is built for long-haul comfort. For big miles, look at a proper tourer or sport tourer.
A confidence-building first motorcycle
Wrong job for both
Both of these ask too much of a rookie. Spend your first year on something lighter.
These two run dead level on running costs. Sit on both in the showroom and trust what your body says.
Who each one is built for
What's good, and what you'll live with
Daytona 675
What owners say
Strengths
- Superb handling and agility
- Thrilling triple‑cylinder engine
- Confidence‑inspiring front‑end feedback
- Excellent value in the middleweight class
Street Triple 675 R
What owners say
Strengths
- Exceptional handling and chassis
- Lightweight and fun to ride
- Thrilling triple engine
- Powerful radial brakes
Trade-offs
- Limited wind protection
- Suspension linkages require frequent maintenance
- Finish quality can deteriorate
- Slightly tall first gear
Known problems to check before you buy
Daytona 675
- Transmission pivot plate wear The factory pivot plate can wear, leading to imprecise gear shifts or difficulty shifting.
- EXUP valve cable stretching The exhaust valve cables stretch over time, causing a check engine light and potentially altering exhaust back‑pressure. Resolved by dealer adjustment, replacing the cables, or installing a servo buddy.
- Counter shaft oil seal leak Oil weeps from the counter shaft seal on the left side of the engine.
Street Triple 675 R
- Suspension linkage bearings seize without regular greasing The needle bearings in the rear suspension linkage are prone to corrosion and seizure if not stripped and regreased every 2–4 years. Neglect can result in stiff suspension action and expensive replacement.
- Noisy cam chain tensioner The cam chain tensioner can produce a rattling noise, particularly when cold. Often it's the mechanical ratchet adjuster between clicks, and a hard acceleration run may temporarily silence it.
- Clunky gearbox, especially with quickshifter The gearshift can feel notchy or clunky, and the optional quickshifter exacerbates the sensation. Keeping the drive chain properly adjusted helps, but it remains a characteristic of the box.
- Oil leaks from valve cover / cam cover gasket (early models) Some 2013–2014 bikes suffered from oil weeping around the valve cover or cam cover gasket, likely due to manufacturing sealant inconsistencies. Most were repaired under warranty.
- Hot start failure Some owners report that after stalling or when the engine is hot, the bike fails to restart using the starter button, but will bump start.
What they cost used
These prices compare a 10-year-old Daytona 675 with a 10-year-old Street Triple 675 R.
- Daytona 675
- about $8,700
- Street Triple 675 R
- about $5,500
At ten years old, the Triumph Daytona 675 sits around $8,700 while the Triumph Street Triple 675 R lands near $5,500. That's a $3,200 gap in the Street Triple's favor. These are estimates from the used market, not live listings.
What they share
- Seat height
- 32.3 in (820 mm)
- Displacement
- 675 cc
- Engine
- Inline-three
- Cooling
- Liquid-cooled
- Fuel capacity
- 4.6 US gal (17.4 L)
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Fork
- Upside-down (USD)
- Front brake
- 310 mm
- Front tire
- 120/70-17
- Rear tire
- 180/55-17
Where the spec sheets split
| Daytona 675 | Street Triple 675 R | |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 406 lb (184 kg) | 403 lb (183 kg) |
| Daytona 675 | Street Triple 675 R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 126 hp (94 kW) | 105 hp (78 kW) |
| Torque | 55 lb-ft (74 Nm) | 50 lb-ft (68 Nm) |
What comes fitted, what costs extra
| Daytona 675 | Street Triple 675 R | |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Option | Standard |
| Steering Damper | Not offered | Option |
| Slipper Clutch | Standard | Not offered |
Head to head, area by area
Both bikes on the same scale, one area at a time.
