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2008 Speed Triple
To become a true
icon is no easy feat. But from its very first
incarnation over a decade ago the Speed Triple assumed
just that status, mixing a primal three-cylinder core
with sporting ability and an aggressive, stripped-down
stance. Some things are just right and meant to be. The
Speed Triple has always been one of those things.*
The first
streetfighter bikes were home brewed, they came out of
the back streets, stripped down, deconstructed - the
complete opposite of ‘pretty’ factory bikes. The very
first Speed Triple grew up at the factory in the same
way as those raw, unfaired machines. Dominating the
scene ever since, it’s still the coolest kid on the
block. Its wide ranging ability ensures outstanding
performance in almost every situation, from urban
commuting to hard-edged sports riding.
The Speed Triple mixes a monstrously powerful
three-cylinder core with a top quality chassis and
aggressive, stripped down stance. The gnarly character
of the inline triple is intrinsic to the Speed Triple’s
brutish charm. Its primal 1050cc, DOHC, fuel injected,
three-cylinder engine pumps out a great surge of
bottom-end torque, followed by a massive mid-range punch
and impressive level of overall power. Delivering that
power to the rear wheel is a slick shifting six-speed
gearbox. Crisp-edged engine cases and covers enhance the
engine’s look. Peak power is 131bhp @ 9250rpm while peak
torque of 77ft.lbf arrives at 7550rpm.
A rigid aluminium frame contains the engine and provides
massive strength with steering geometry that gives
fast-steering neutrality plus great stability. The fully
adjustable 43mm upside down forks and rear monoshock add
superb levels of quality and control. Likewise, the pair
of radial four-piston brake calipers and 320mm floating
discs offer cutting-edge stopping power and feel. The
five-spoke wheels add style and substance, as does the
evocative single-sided swingarm. Twin high-level oval
section exhaust pipes enhance the engine’s distinctive
and addictive induction roar.
Since its original introduction in 1994 the Speed Triple
has become a true two-wheeled icon. Delivering undiluted
attitude and a unique presence on the road, it’s
motorcycling in the most direct, rawest form available,
and all the better for it.
