2012 Triumph Street Triple R Specifications

Name: 2012 Triumph Street Triple R
Brand: Triumph

Sport • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2012 Triumph Street Triple R Overview

Triumph Street Triple R is a sport motorcycle, displacing 675 cc. Power comes from a Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves engine, a compression ratio of 12.65:1. On the performance side, it delivers 79 kW @ 11700 rpm of peak power and 69 Nm @ 9100 rpm of torque. Top speed is factory-quoted at 227.4 km/h. On the road, the 2012 Street Triple R tips the scales at 189 kg, carries a 17.4-litre fuel tank and offers a seat height of 805 mm. That's roughly 13.7 kg lighter than the average sport motorcycle in our database. The full 2012 Triumph Street Triple R spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2012 Street Triple R - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Strong power output: With 79 kW @ 11700 rpm and 69 Nm @ 9100 rpm of torque on tap, the Street Triple R is no slouch for its class.
Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.

Considerations

Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Cooling system servicing

Street Triple R's Liquid-cooled setup is low-maintenance provided the coolant interval is kept - old, acidic coolant is the main cause of long-term corrosion in the water passages.

Fuelling & injector care

The Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with forced air induction on the Street Triple R needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from 2 x 308mm Floating discs, Nissin4 piston radial calipers - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The Street Triple R's suspension runs 41mm Kayaba upside down forks, with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, at the front. The rear uses Kayaba monoshock with piggy back reservoir, adjustable for preload, rebound and compression damping,. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The Street Triple R uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Aluminium beam twin spar, the Street Triple R's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Street Triple R - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2012 Triumph Street Triple R, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy Street Triple R should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a Street Triple R's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the Street Triple R needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

2012 Triumph Street Triple R - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R have?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R uses a Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves engine with 675 cc of displacement. It is liquid-cooled.

What is the top speed of the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R has a factory-quoted top speed of 227.4 km/h. Real-world speeds vary depending on rider weight, conditions and state of tune.

How much does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R weigh?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R weighs 189 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R make?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R produces 79 kW @ 11700 rpm of power and 69 Nm @ 9100 rpm of torque. These are peak figures.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R has a 17.4-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 290-347 km between stops.

Is the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R suitable for shorter riders?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R has a seat height of 805 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R have?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R uses 2 x 308mm Floating discs, Nissin4 piston radial calipers at the front and Single 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R use?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R runs 120/80 ZR17 front and 180/55 ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

What gearbox does the 2012 Triumph Street Triple R have?

The 2012 Triumph Street Triple R is fitted with a 6 Speed transmission.

Triumph Street Triple R Spec Evolution

The Triumph Street Triple R was produced across 10 model years (2009-2023). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2009	2010	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2020	2022	2023
Max Power	79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm	79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm	79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm	79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm	79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm	79 kW / 106 hp @ 11850 rpm	79 kW / 106 hp @ 11850 rpm	116 hp / 118 PS / 87 kW @ 12,000 rpm	121.3 hp / 90 kW @ 11750 rpm	118.4 hp / 88.3 kW @ 11500 rpm
Wet Weight	189 kg / 416 lbs	189 kg / 416 lbs	189 kg / 416 lbs	189 kg / 416 lbs	189 kg / 416 lbs	183 kg / 403 lbs	183 kg / 403 lbs	-	-	189 kg / 416.6 lbs
Dry Weight	-	-	-	-	-	168 kg / 370 lbs	168 kg / 370 lbs	168 kg / 370.3 lbs	168 kg / 370.3 lbs	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	Four stroke, In-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Seat Height	805 mm / 31.7 in	805 mm / 31.7 in	805 mm / 31.7 in	805 mm / 31.7 in	805 mm / 31.7 in	820 mm / 32.3 in	820 mm / 32.3 in	825 mm (780 mm LRH) / 32.4 in	825 mm / 32.5 in	826 mm / 32.5 in
Fuel Capacity	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal	17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal	15 Litres / 3.9 US gal
Displacement	675 cc / 41.19 cu-in	675 cc / 41.19 cu-in	675 cc / 41.19 cu-in	675 cc / 41.19 cu-in	675 cc / 41.19 cu-in	675 cc / 41.2 cub in.	675 cc / 41.2 cub in.	765 cc / 46.6 cu-in	765 cc / 46.6 cu-in	765 cc / 46.6 cu-in
Frame Type	Aluminium beam twin spar	Aluminium beam twin spar	Aluminium beam twin spar	Aluminium beam twin spar	Aluminium beam twin spar	Aluminium beam twin spar. Rear - 2 piece high pressure die cast swingarm Braced, twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy	Aluminium beam twin spar. Rear - 2 piece high pressure die cast swingarm Braced, twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy	Front Aluminium beam twin spar. Rear 2 piece high pressure die cast	Front - Aluminum beam twin spar Rear - 2 piece high pressure die cast	Aluminium beam twin spar frame with 2 piece high pressure die cast rear subframe

Key Specifications

Engine

Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves

Power

79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm

Torque

69 Nm / 7.0 kgf-m / 51 ft-lb @ 9100 rpm

Top Speed

227.4 km/h / 141.3 mph

Weight

189 kg / 416 lbs

Fuel Capacity

17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal

Full 2012 Triumph Street Triple R Specifications

Year 2012

Make Model Triumph Street Triple R

Seat Height 805 mm / 31.7 in

Height without mirrors 1110mm / 43.7 in

Length 2030 mm / 79.9 in

Width (handlebars) 755 mm / 29.7 in

Fuel Capacity 17.4 Litres / 4.6 US gal / 3.8 Imp gal

Oil Capacity 3.4 Litres / 3.6 US qt / 3.0 Imp qt

Wet Weight 189 kg / 416 lbs

Top Speed 227.4 km/h / 141.3 mph

Max Power 79 kW / 107 hp @ 11700 rpm

Max Torque 69 Nm / 7.0 kgf-m / 51 ft-lb @ 9100 rpm

Standing Start ¼ Mile 11.5 sec

Displacement 675 cc / 41.19 cu-in

Engine Detail Four stroke, in-line 3-cylinder, DOHC, 12 valves

Bore x Stroke 74 x 52.3 mm

Compression Ratio 12.65:1

Cooling System Liquid-cooled

Fuel Consumption 5.1 l/100 km / 19.5 km/l / 45.9 US mpg / 55.1 Imp mpg

Fuel Induction Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with forced air induction

Ignition Digital - inductive type

Starter Electric

Clutch Wet multiplate

Final Drive O-ring chain

Gear Ratios 1st: 34/13 / 2nd: 39/21 / 3rd: 36/23 / 4th: 27/20 / 5th: 26/21 / 6th: 25/22

Transmission / Drive 6 Speed

Frame Type Aluminium beam twin spar

Suspension - Front 41mm Kayaba upside down forks, with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping,

Suspension - Rear Kayaba monoshock with piggy back reservoir, adjustable for preload, rebound and compression damping,

Rake 23.9°

Trail 95 mm / 3.7 in

Wheel Travel - Front 120 mm / 4.7 in

Wheel Travel - Rear 126 mm / 5.0 in

Brakes - Front 2 x 308mm Floating discs, Nissin4 piston radial calipers

Brakes - Rear Single 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper

Tyres - Front 120/80 ZR17

Tyres - Rear 180/55 ZR17

Wheels - Front Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke 17 x 3.5in

Wheels - Rear Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke 17 x 5.5in

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.