CONTENTS:

• Triumph Street Triple 800cc unveiled.
• Triumph 800cc ADV bike teased, likely a Tiger Sport.

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle:  Triumph Motorcycles has released a brief teaser video on Instagram, featuring only the ‘800’ designation and the ‘Triumph’ logo on the fuel tank. While the exact model is unclear, it’s likely that the company is preparing to unveil a new version of the Street Triple, which currently features a 765cc engine. Upgrading to 800cc would position Triumph to compete directly with Yamaha’s newly launched R9, as well as the soon-to-be-updated MT 09, a key rival to the Street Triple.

Although there have been rumors about the Trident 660 receiving an 800cc upgrade, this seems improbable. The 660cc platform was designed to be an accessible, affordable middleweight option, so a larger Trident doesn’t seem likely. Triumph’s focus will likely remain on the Street Triple, as it’s their flagship street motorcycle.

The new model is set to be unveiled on October 22 and will be showcased at the 2024 EICMA. It’s expected to launch in India by mid-next year and will be available through all Triumph dealerships in the country.

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle: As EICMA approaches, many manufacturers are teasing glimpses of new models and technologies. One such teaser comes from Triumph, showcasing an 800 badge on a motorcycle’s fuel tank, leaving room for speculation about this new model. The tank shape appears sporty, suggesting that this isn’t a neo-retro model.

The engine could be derived from either the Street Triple or Tiger series motors. The teaser also confirms the bike’s debut on October 22. While we wait, let’s explore the possibilities for this upcoming model.

First, looking at the engine options, Triumph’s Indian website confirms it will be an 800cc bike, closely related to the Street Triple 765. One possibility is that Triumph might bore out the Street Triple’s 765cc engine.

Another option could be a downsized version of the 888cc triple engine found in the middleweight Tiger lineup, potentially tuned differently with a new ECU.

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle:  Design-wise, the tank with the 800 badge appears sharp and sporty. Triumph’s sportier models include the Street Triple, Daytona, and Tiger Sport series. Given that the Street Triple 765 was updated less than two years ago, a new 800cc version seems unlikely. While the Daytona currently exists as a 660, Triumph might be considering a Daytona 800 to re-enter the middleweight supersport category. However, with the market trending more towards ADVs and naked bikes, this also seems improbable.

That leaves the Tiger Sport series, which currently includes the 660 and 850 models. The Tiger Sport 660 is a budget-friendly tourer based on the Trident, while the 850 is a simpler version of the Tiger 900. A Tiger Sport 800 with 17-inch wheels and a sportier engine, potentially from the Street Triple or Tiger 850/900 series, seems like a plausible contender.

Competitors like the BMW F 900 XR, Yamaha Tracer 9, KTM 890 SMT, Versys 1100, and Ducati Multistrada V2 (despite its 19-inch front wheel, it’s highly capable) indicate that there is demand for ADVs that combine long-distance comfort with the agility of a 17-inch front wheel.

These are just educated guesses for now, and we’d love to hear your thoughts—feel free to share them in the comments section!

As EICMA draws near, several manufacturers are offering teaser glimpses of upcoming models and technologies. One such teaser from Triumph reveals only an 800 badge on a motorcycle’s fuel tank, sparking speculation about what this new model might be.

The tank’s sporty shape suggests that this isn’t a neo-retro model. The engine could be based on either the Street Triple or Tiger series. Beyond the 800 badge, the teaser reveals just one more detail: the bike will debut on October 22. In the meantime, let’s explore the possibilities for this new model.

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle:  Starting with the engine, Triumph’s Indian website confirms this will be an 800cc motorcycle, and the closest match is the Street Triple 765. One possibility is that Triumph could increase the displacement of the Street Triple’s 765cc engine.

Another option is a downsized version of the 888cc triple engine from the middleweight Tiger models, likely with a new ECU and a different tuning.

In terms of design, the visible tank appears sharp and sporty. Triumph’s sport-focused models include three families: Street Triple, Daytona, and Tiger Sport. Since the Street Triple 765 was updated less than two years ago, the likelihood of an 800cc variant seems slim.

The Daytona, currently available as a 660, might get an 800cc version, potentially reviving Triumph’s presence in the middleweight supersport segment. However, with current market preferences leaning toward ADVs and naked bikes, this seems less probable.

Triumph Teases New 800cc Motorcycle:  That leaves the Tiger Sport lineup, which currently includes the 660 and 850 models. The Tiger Sport 660 is a budget-friendly tourer based on the Trident, while the 850 is a simpler version of the Tiger 900. A Tiger Sport 800 with 17-inch wheels and a sporty engine—possibly derived from the Street Triple or Tiger 850/900—seems like a realistic possibility.

Competitors like the BMW F 900 XR, Yamaha Tracer 9, KTM 890 SMT, Versys 1100, and Ducati Multistrada V2 (despite its 19-inch front wheel, it remains highly capable) indicate that there’s a demand for ADVs that offer both comfort and the agility of a 17-inch front wheel