The Truth Why I Sold the 2020 Triumph Street Triple 765RS for the 2022 BMW S1000R Sport

Due to popular request I discuss the differences between my 2020 Triumph Street Triple 765RS and my new 2022 BMW S1000R Sport
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[dukie]

It’s been a pleasure enjoying your channel’s content while seeing your subs multiply from the 1, 000’s to over 20k now! Keep up the great work Rye👏 I’m in it for the long haul!

[PLRMoto]

Got to say the street triple rs is the best value bike on the market for the build quality and spec.

[krisi]

I haven’t ridden either of the newest incarnations, but I rode both a street triple and an S1000R long term. Honestly, they’re not really comparable. Both are excellent in their own way.
The street is a razor blade, flighty, loves getting pushed till it gets out of shape but somehow always still keeps its composure and encourages you to drive like you stole it.
The SR is sedate, composed and ultra smooth if your taking it easy or running at mediocre pace. I’ve never been on another bike that I actively wanted to take out in the rain. Let the SR loose and it’s fucking mental, fast enough to scare the shit out of most people.
Both are excellent regardless 👍

[scottgilmour]

Not sure if you remember us chatting about a year ago Ryan. I was test riding a good few bikes. 1200RS and the S1000R included.

I had an MT07 and was asking you about the 765RS, I then took out the S1000R. Going from an MT07 to the S1000R mid speed just give me anxiety because I just couldn’t stop hammering that throttle into Warp power 😂.
So glad I went for the 765RS, I love everything about it and has helped me to really gain confidence, especially in corners.

I’m test riding the Panagale V2 on the 27th. Heart is set in ot without even testing it 😜😎

[BunnyandBman]

Concerning build quality, I just bought a BMW from a BMW/Triumph dealer and while the BMW's are not bad, the Triumph's are on another level concerning fit and finish in a good way!

[jmacknet]

I came to the S1000R from a street triple 675. Agree 100% on the handling, it’s a huge upgrade. The BMW is so composed, and takes so little effort to place it exactly where you want it through a turn. It’s like the bike reads your mind and does exactly what you’re thinking. The Triumph was good, but always took a little more attention during a turn, and the suspension was more easily upset by bumps or sudden line changes.

[董家琪]

I recently test rode an s1000rr race, while looking to upgrade from my street triple rs. While the new mineral grey livery is absolutely gorgeous, I was less impressed with the bike than I thought I'd be. Of course, the demo bike had under 1000k on the odo and I couldn't open her up properly on my test ride route, but a few issues still stood out to me over my 30min ride:

1. The gearbox felt very mushy compared to my street triple. There wasn't that satisfying click that I'm so used to and it was frustratingly hard to find neutral. Brakes weren't as good as the Brembo M50 on the Triumph, in terms of feel and stopping power.

2. Vibration is much much worse on the s1000rr. You get some in the seat which was uncomfortable at first but you soon get used too. But the mirrors were basically useless. People dismiss bar end mirrors for being less practical but the ones on my RS always work perfectly. With the s1000rr I could only see a blurry mess.

3. Build quality is less than impressive. I bought my 2017 street triple rs for less than half the price of the BMW. And I can honestly say its fit and finish are on the same level if not better. The dealership had an s1000r M sport on their floor and the white paint makes it look even more plastic-y. IMO, Triumph just has that air of elegance to their bikes. The BMW, while highly technically advanced, felt very function over form.

4. Even with the factory-fitted Akrapovic exhaust the s1000rr sounds suffocated (Euro 5) and I much prefer the sound of my rs with the sc project s1 slip-on. Being a litre bike there are also less opportunities to open her up and hear the roar, whereas the street triple screams all day at the speed limit. If sound is your thing, go middleweight.

There were good things as well such as the incredible mid-range torque and high-speed stability around corners. My '17 rs doesn't have an auto-blipper or cruise control like the s1000rr. And both are incredible features to have on a bike. The electronic suspension auto-adjusts as you go, making the ride more comfortable on poorly-maintained roads. But ultimately these features don't justify the 29k (AUD) price tag to me and for my style of riding (mostly commuting in the city, mountain twities on weekends) the rs is the better bike for me.

[malcolmabram]

Thank you for your so down to Earth review. I returned to biking last year (I am a pensioner), and spent ages choosing a bike. I nearly chose a street triple. However I test rode a BMWR1250R and was very impressed. I can also carry my wife on the back. It has incredible low down torque (dont really need to drop gear on the open road), and is almost a perfect road bike. Solid, steers well, and superb acceleration at 'legal' speeds. It also routinely returns 63 a genuine mpg. It is a very relaxing bike to ride, casually or aggressively.

[ericgibson]

I am addicted to shopping for bikes. Currently own a 2020 Street RS. Still look at bikes online almost everyday looking for what is next. I do love the Triumph though

[somegeorgedownthehall]

Great vid! Love this bike but I think I prefer my triple r as you can use more of its potential on the road legally

[DB-fwdt]

Watching your videos and listening to your footage of the Street RS helped me pull the trigger on getting one and I absolutely love it to bits. Totally get that feeling though that one bike is never enough and this year I got a Yamaha R1 and I’m now looking at adding a Ducati or S1000RR to my collection 😂. Been loving your content from over here in the Netherlands. If you ever do a ride out it’d be a great excuse to cross the pond. Keep up the good work.

[kurushunwalla]

Got my 2022 Street Triple RS on 11th March and enjoying the girl. I hear you loud and clear when you say “I buy a bike, get delivery and immediately start thinking what else or which other bike to buy”. Guess that’s what this madness is all about 😊

Look forward to your journey with the 1000R. Who knows what or when my next upgrade will be 🤪

Cheers

[c.g.c]

I found the braking on the St.Triple mind blowing on dry warm tarmac

[luckymann]

If you can have only one bike the S1000 is it It is the Swiss Army knife of bikes. Mines the 2021 S1000XR which is the Gen 2 engine You can cruise all day Hit the twists Absolutely the best TFT on any bike.

[macky]

I’ve recently got myself a new S1000r, had 2 Tuono V4’s prior, I absolutely love it, far more useable and refined on the road we’re having a hoot, the Tuono is a special bike but not easy to live with, its like a caged animal on the roads and needs to be on track. I believe this gen3 s1000r is an amazing bike which has been given mediocre reviews based purely on power figures which kinda count for nothing on a bike designed for the road, it’s a total gem.

[xorbe]

This is the "problem" I have with my Speed Triple 1200, it's serious, it's urgent. Wonderful machine, but sometimes I miss my more casual 765.

[jmadeira]

Picking up my 2022 S1000R today. Came from a 2020 Street Triple RS. I'm so excited. Same rationale as you, just wanted something different 😂

[NathanPhilps]

I have a Street Triple 675 and I’m looking to upgrade to either a 765 RS or an S1000R. Still on the fence. Both awesome bikes. Only cons to the BMW is cost to fuel and insure…both of which are expensive here in Victoria, BC.

[giovanniricci]

Both are great bikes. I used to own a 2020 Street RS and I tested the s1000r. I confess I didn’t feel a urgent push to move to the BMW since at normal speed I found them quite similar, the Triumph being more nimble. Eventually, what made me move away from my Ras it’s been a love affair with a completely different machine, an orange beast with two cylinders, now with electronic suspensions. ✌️

[FastRuffneck]

I made the same change from a Street RS to S1000R and pretty much agree with your comments. I would add that I think the traction control on the SKR is a big step up. I had a few rear end slides on the Striple and the BM has never missed a beat