Tech Spec
Evolution
If the original naked 675 was a bit dumbed-down for our taste, sharper suspension and brakes should make it plenty smart enough for everyone.
Rivals
Aprilia SL750 Shiver, Ducati Monster 696, KTM 690 Duke, Suzuki SV650, Yamaha FZ6.
| TECH |
| Price | $8999 |
| Engine type | l-c inline-triple |
| Valve train | DOHC, 12v |
| Displacement | 675cc |
| Bore x stroke | 74.0 x 54.3cc |
| Compression | 12.7:1 |
| Fuel system | EFI |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Claimed horsepower | 107.0 bhp @ 11,700 rpm |
| Claimed torque | 51.0 lb.-ft. @ 9100 rpm |
| Frame | Aluminium twin-spar |
| Front suspension | 41mm Kayaba inverted fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake | Dual Nissin four-piston calipers, 308mm discs |
| Rear brake | Nissin single-piston caliper, 220mm rotor |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier |
| Rake/trail | 23.9/3.6 in. |
| Seat height | 31.7 in. |
| Wheelbase | 54.7 in. |
| Fuel capacity | 4.6 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight | 368 lbs. |
| Colors | Matte Graphite, Matte Blazing Orange |
| Available | November |
| Warranty | 24 mo./unlimited mi. |
Contact:
Triumph Motorcycles, Ltd.
385 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr.
Newnan, GA 30265 #100
678.854.2010
www.triumphmotorcycles.com
Verdict 4 stars out of 5
Finally: suspension and brakes worthy of the engine.