Triumph Speed Triple - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Triumph Speed Triple is a 1050cc naked bike that combines aggressive styling with genuine performance, delivering 135 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque from its liquid-cooled triple engine. Built for experienced riders seeking a thrilling middleweight streetfighter, it excels at delivering intense acceleration and cornering agility with its responsive chassis and characterful engine note.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Triumph Speed Triple |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless Steel 3 into 1 into 2. twin high level stainless steel pipes. |
| Greenhouse gases | 160.5 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 6.92 litres/100 km (14.5 km/l or 33.99 mpg) |
| Driveline | X ring chain |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with SAI |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 79.0 x 79.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7750 |
| Power | 135.00 |
| Engine type | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1050.00 ccm (64.07 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin single 2-piston sliding caliper. ABS model available. |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo 4-piston 4-pad radial calipers. ABS model available. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Showa Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound and compression damping. 134mm travel |
| Front suspension | Showa 43mm upside down forks with dual rate springs and adjustable preload. rebound and compression damping. 120mm travel |
| Trail | 91 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 22.8° |
| Frame type | Aluminum beam twin-spar |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 litres (4.62 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 728 mm (28.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,086 mm (82.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,033 mm (40.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 214.0 kg (471.8 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Black, White, Red |
| Instruments | LCD multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, fuel gauge, trip computer, analogue tachometer, lap timer, programmable gear change lights, service interval announcement display, TPMS ready |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
135 hp
Peak Power
3.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track80%
City75%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding65%
Touring45%
Passenger40%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike rewards riders with at least intermediate to advanced experience who can manage strong midrange torque and a sharp, aggressive throttle response. |
| Purpose | Built primarily as a street-focused naked bike for hard cornering, quick city bursts, and weekend blasts rather than long-distance cruising. |
| Rider Fit | A moderately tall seat height and aggressive but upright naked-bike ergonomics suit riders of average-to-tall stature with reasonable strength for muscling it through fast direction changes. |
| Character | Aggressive, torquey, and muscular in character, with a growling triple-cylinder engine and razor-sharp handling that encourages confident, spirited riding. |
| Not Ideal For | Not well suited for absolute beginners, off-road use, or riders prioritizing plush comfort and long-haul touring capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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