Roadster – Street Triple R 2013 test: a brawler “R”! – Impeccable road behavior

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2013 Street Triple R test: a brawler "R" !

Roadster - 2013 Street Triple R Test: an & quot; R & quot; of a brawler! - Impeccable road behavior

Unveiled at the Intermot show in Cologne, the 2013 Triumph 675 Street Triple vintage will arrive in dealerships in mid-November. Moto-Net was able to try it in version "R" in the vicinity of Almeria, Spain, during its official presentation to the press.. Test.

Impeccable road behavior

Out of the urban context, the Street Triple R literally bluffs with its homogeneity and rigor of behavior, despite an adjustment of its "sport" suspensions relaxed for our exclusively road use (although, at times, we would have thought we were on the circuit!).

While the weight gain is not immediately noticeable, the increased agility and more forward weight distribution is much more so. The front axle is riveted to the ground and the steering feel is excellent, the Street holding its course perfectly and accepting course corrections on the handlebars without reluctance or particular liveliness..

The entry in curve is carried out naturally, without particular effort with the handlebars, the glance sufficient to place the motorcycle where one wishes it. The lowered center of gravity allows the Street 2013 to make quick turns with greater ease and formidable efficiency. We have to admit that we did not deprive ourselves of it !

Especially since the Street Triple "R" is originally shod with excellent Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa. However, it can be mounted in Metzeller M5 Interact, Dunlop Qualifier II or return to Bridgestone BT016 Pro from the previous vintage, all these models being recommended by the manufacturer..

The Pirelli Diablo tires showed excellent grip throughout our journey on Spanish roads known to be slippery, with a rapid rise in temperature and a more rigorous behavior, in load on the angle as in line at high speed. . Nothing to say, in the dry anyway, because we did not have the opportunity to test them in the wet.

Engine side, the Street "R" has lost none of its temperament. Unlike its 4-cylinder rivals which wake up later, the English Triple takes advantage of its generous torque present from 3000 rpm (69 Nm maximum at 9750 rpm, against 68 Nm at 9200 rpm for the 2012 .. .) to offer energetic acceleration and vigorous revival at mid-range.

On the last report, however, you have to wait 6000 rpm for the power to really arrive and for the response to acceleration to be instantaneous. By dropping a gear to obtain a more energetic and spontaneous recovery, the Street "R" immediately launches into a series of most enjoyable vocals, climbing briskly in the towers until exceeding the limit of the red zone set at 12,650 rpm min (the 106 original horses are reached 1000 revs earlier).

Between the two, it is only happiness! The engine responds to the slightest demand on the accelerator and is effective over a wide range of use. On the mountain roads taken, it was enough to stay in 3rd to make the most of this engine availability, this gear allowing you to switch from low speed to nearly 190 km / h without any further formality. Pushed to its limits – on the track, of course! -, the Street Triple reaches nearly 240 km / h odometer.

Equipped with its dual 310 mm front disc, associated with radial-mounted Nissin calipers and aviation hoses, the Street Triple "R" claims powerful and enduring braking. Moderate pressure on the right lever is enough to stop quickly.

Be careful, however, of the formidable bite of this set when attacking the pads: it is possible to be surprised, especially on wet and / or dusty roads. This risk will obviously be reduced on models with ABS..

The same goes for the rear brake pedal, effective for accentuating and distributing braking power when necessary, but also quick to lock the wheel if there is a lack of restraint during use..

The fork and rear shock absorber work in perfect harmony on this model, contributing to precise heading and more than satisfactory driving comfort..

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