MUMBAI :

The Brits sure have been busy with this one. The latest iteration of the fan-favourite Speed Twin 1200 is here. With the launch of this 1200cc bike, Triumph has expanded its modern classic portfolio in India. Priced at INR 10.99 lakhs (Ex-showroom, India), the 2021 Speed Twin 1200 most definitely looks like a sweet deal for anyone who has a thing for classic bikes with modern technology. 

In terms of design, the 2021 Speed Twin 1200, comes with a round headlamp with a teardrop-shaped fuel tank. The fuel tank is sculpted with knee indents so that the rider can grip the tank easily for added comfort and better riding characteristics. The bike also gets new 12 spoke cast wheels, bar-end mirrors and a bench seat. Triumph has equipped the bike with a twin-pod instrument cluster with a digital MID and a traditional speedometer and rev meter. The twin exhaust pipes come with a brushed stainless steel design and are combined with a blacked-out engine. Triumph is also offering three bewitching colour options with the 2021 Speed Twin 1200 – Jet Black, Red Hopper and Matt Storm Grey. 

Triumph has updated the 1200cc engine by great margins. The engine now produces more power and lesser emissions. This makes the engine Euro 5 compliant, which is equivalent to India’s new BS6 norms. The engine now churns out 3 PS more than its predecessor, with the power output now standing at 100 PS. In terms of twisting force, the 1200cc, SOHC, 8-valve, liquid-cooled engine puts out 112 Nm. The peak torque now arrives more than 500 RPM lower in the rev band than before. Triumph has mated the engine to a 6-speed gearbox with a wet, multi-plate torque-assist clutch. 

In terms of chassis, the 2021 Speed Twin 1200 is underpinned by a tubular steel frame with steel cradles. Suspension duties of the bike are handled by 43mm USD Marzocchi forks upfront with 120mm travel. At the back, the bike features twin shocks with preload adjustability and 120mm travel. Braking duties are handled by Brembo 4-piston M50 radial monobloc front brake callipers and twin 320mm Brembo discs. At the back, the Nissin 2-piston floating rear calliper with 220mm disc handles the rest. ABS and adjustable Traction Control come as standard. The bike has a wheelbase of 1412mm and a seat height of 809mm, making it easier for shorter riders to manoeuvre the bike. The 14.5-litre fuel tank is very handy, however, the 216 kg wet weight might intimidate a few. The 17-inch, 12 spoke wheels, are shod in the beautiful Metzeler Racetec RR tyres. 

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