TRAVERSE Issue 45 - December 2024 | Page 95

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NEWS enduring appeal of the Speed Twin 900 is also due to a premium specification , top-quality finish and great reliability , and a badge on the tank which owners are proud to own . Our ambition is as always , to deliver more of what riders appreciate .”

The new , sportier fuel tank is deeply sculpted , with chiseled side panels and stylized throttle body covers , introducing more purposeful , dynamic lines . The engine casings are leaner , the silencer shorter and the headlight unit more compact .
The detailing on the Bonneville engine is as authentic and beautiful as ever too , and the bright machined cooling fins on the cylinder head and finned header clamps are joined by black-wrapped stainless steel exhaust headers , shorter , upswept silencers and polished end caps . This look extends to details across the bike , including a new aluminium flip-up filler cap on the tank , and a simpler design for the heel guards and footpegs .
The new Speed Twin 900 has three distinctive colour options . Riders can choose between a sporty Pure White scheme with bright blue and orange stripes on the tank ; a moody Phantom Black tank , with dark grey stripes and gold accents , or a classy Aluminium Silver design with a splash of red framing the Triumph logo .
The Speed Twin 900 ’ s capable modern chassis delivers a fun , supple and confidence-inspiring ride . High quality Marzocchi upside-down front forks , paired to twin Marzocchi piggy-back rear suspension units with preload adjustment ensures responsive handling . Mounted to a new stiffer and lighter aluminium swingarm , delivering more precise body control and a ride that is as laid back , or dynamic , as the rider desires . The slightly reduced rear wheel travel ( from 120mm to 110mm ) improves control without sacrificing comfort .
The new wheels are fitted with Michelin Road Classic tyres and coupled with a powerful and progressive Triumph branded four-piston radial caliper , mounted to a larger 320mm front disc , helping make the Speed Twin 900 brake and change direction even more keenly .
The riding position has been updated to be natural and now offers more legroom , with a fun and engaging feel . The bench seat has a new shape to complement the narrower rear frame , giving riders a narrower stand-over . There ’ s also an accessory low seat available that reduces the height by 20mm , from 780mm to 760mm , without compromising comfort .
The characterful 900cc Bonneville twin ensures that responsive performance is always accessible , with peak power of 65 PS at 7,500rpm , and lots of torque across the rev range ; with 80 Nm available at just 3,800rpm . That performance is delivered with the efficiency and precision of a fully ride-by-wire system .
The aim was to deliver more functionality while preserving that clean , heritage-inspired design and pure riding experience . Helping to tailor that torque-laden power delivery are two riding modes , ‘ Road ’ and ‘ Rain ’, with the latter delivering a softer throttle response for a more secure feeling when riding in the wet . Both systems are now lean-sensitive – with Optimised Cornering ABS and Traction Control fitted as standard .
The new instruments introduce greater functionality and features a large , bright LCD display for revs , speed and gear , with an integrated TFT display to provide extra information , like the rider mode . This full colour screen is compatible with the accessory heated grips , as well as the Bluetooth Connectivity module , which brings turnby-turn navigation , and the ability to view and control phone calls and music from your phone .
Cruise Control is now also available as an accessory , providing Speed Twin riders with greater comfort and convenience , particularly on longer rides . A USB-C socket is mounted on the side of the unit too , providing convenient charging mobile devices .
With its minimalist single dial design , these new instruments help to maintain the sleek style of the Speed Twin 900 while making more riding information available , in a way that ’ s clear and easy to read .
The all-LED lighting system , including a slim DRL headlight , mounted on a minimalist bracket , ensures optimal visibility , and adds a contemporary touch to the bike ’ s classic design .
Triumph ’ s official accessory range provides more than 120 ways for Speed Twin 900 owners to express themselves . From practical options like heated grips , or waxed cotton panniers , to parts that accentuate the classic lines or bring more of a custom vibe , there are numerous styling details can be combined to provide a different and distinctive look that ensures it stands out from the crowd .
Customers can configure their own or find out more at TriumphMotorcycles . com . au . Bikes will be arriving in dealerships in the first quarter of 2025 , priced from $ 17,490 rideaway for the standard Aluminium Silver colour scheme or from $ 17,990 rideaway for the sporty Pure White livery with bright blue and orange stripes on the tank or the moody Phantom Black , with dark grey stripes and gold accents .
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