2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition – First Look
But don’t call it a Thruxton
Triumph revealed a new, limited edition version of the Speed Twin 1200 RS styled after British café racers of the 1960s. Limited to a run of just 800 units worldwide, the 2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition comes equipped with clip-on handlebars, round bar end mirrors and a retro-flavored brown solo seat.
With its Competition Green and Aluminum Silver color scheme with Empire Gold highlights, and removable seat cowl, it certainly looks the part of the Bonneville-based bikes you’d find at London’s Ace Cafe in the ’60s. And while its relationship to the standard Speed Twin 1200 RS is quite apparent, one thought came immediately to mind: this is what a new Thruxton 1200 RS would look like, if Triumph hadn’t given the name to the Thruxton 400 instead.
Superimposing it with the Speed Twin 1200 RS, it’s immediately apparent how the changes give the Cafe Racer Edition its own distinct silhouette. The clip-on handlebars create a much more aggressive forward reach compared to the RS’ raised grips. The 31.9 inch seat height is the same for both models, but the single seat and tail cover adds a sportier flair, further punctuated by the #12 side plate.
While the lower handlebars produce a more forward riding posture, the footpegs remain in the same position as on the Speed Twin RS. As a solo-seater, however, the passenger pegs were removed and are packaged with the bike. Owners have the option of remounting them should they want to add passenger accommodations; the peg mounts remain attached to the subframe, as they also serve as supports for the dual exhausts.
Like the regular Speed Twin 1200 and the RS version, The Cafe Racer sports bar-end mirrors, but they’re now machined, with a circular design. Other details include ribbed clutch and alternator cover badges, black head bolt covers, and sculpted knee pads.
The engine remains the same as on the RS model, with Triumph claiming a peak output of 103.5 hp at 7,750 rpm and 83 lb-ft. at 4,250 rpm. The electronics package is also unchanged, with three ride modes, and an IMU powering optimized cornering anti-lock brakes, and traction control. A bi-directional quickshifter comes standard, discreetly positioned behind the shifter to maintain an uncluttered look.
The circular instrumentation combines both a TFT screen and LCD display, with Smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. A USB-C socket is integrated on the left side of the dial.
The Cafe Racer Edition shares the RS model’s fully adjustable 43mm Marzocchi inverted fork and dual Öhlins shocks. The braking system is also the same, with twin Brembo Stylema M4.30 radial-mount calipers up front, and a Nissin two-piston caliper for the rear.
The 2027 Triumph Speed Twin Cafe Racer Edition will arrive in dealerships in March, with a starting price of $18,895, a $1,900 premium over the regular production RS model.
2027 Triumph Speed Twin Cafe Racer Edition | |
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MSRP | $18,895 |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order |
Capacity | 1200cc |
Bore x Stroke | 97.6 mm x 80.0 mm |
Compression | 12.1:1 |
Horsepower | 103.5 hp at 7,750 rpm (claimed) |
Torque | 83 lb-ft. at 4,250 rpm (claimed) |
Fuel System | Multipoint fuel injection with electronic throttle control. Three rider modes (Sport, Road, Rain). |
Exhaust | Brushed stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin brushed stainless steel silencers |
Final Drive | X-ring chain |
Clutch | Wet, multi-plate, slip & assist |
Transmission | 6-speed, Triumph Shift Assist |
Frame | Tubular steel, with steel cradles |
Swingarm | Twin sided, fabricated aluminum |
Front Wheel | Cast aluminum alloy, 7-spoke, 17 x 3.5 in |
Rear Wheel | Cast aluminum alloy, 7-spoke, 17 x 5.0 in |
Front Tire | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Tire | 160/60 R17 |
Front Suspension | 43mm Marzocchi upside-down forks, adjustable for pre-load, compression and rebound damping. 4.72 inches of wheel travel |
Rear Suspension | Öhlins twin RSUs with external reservoirs, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound damping. 4.84 inches of wheel travel |
Front Brake | Twin 12.6 in. (320mm) floating discs, Brembo Stylema M4.30 radial calipers, Brembo MCS lever, OCABS |
Rear Brake | Single 8.66 in. (220mm) fixed disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, OCABS |
Instrumentation | LCD multi-function instruments with integrated color TFT screen |
Length | 81.6 inches |
Width | 31.30 inches |
Height | 41.54 inches |
Seat Height | 31.9 inches |
Wheelbase | 55.7 inches |
Rake / Trail | 22.6° / 3.62 inches |
Wet Weight | 478 pounds (claimed) |
Fuel Capacity | 3.83 gallons |
Service Interval | 10,000 miles / 12 months |
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Almost the exact same HP/torque specs as my ‘09 Bandit. I did good for $2800!
Can't argue with the styling. Triumph knows how to make great looking machines.