VOLUME ISSUE OCTOBER , P33
The Street Triple is
going to be a bigger,
more aggressive
beast in 2027.
Beta Introduces
2027 RS Dual
Sport Models
B
eta claims its new range of RS dual sport
models "is the closest thing to a street-
legal, full competition model money can buy."
The RSs are based on the Beta RR X-Pro range
but add a few dual sport touches, including
a Trail Tech Voyager GPS, fold-down mirrors
and a high-output LED headlight.
The RS range comes in four engine sizes:
350, 390, 430 and 500.
Updates for 2027 include strengthening
of the frame and titanium valves, along with
a new mechanical chain tensioner that is
claimed to reduce internal friction and ensure
smoother engine operation and more consis-
tent starting, whether the motor is hot or cold.
The airbox has been redesigned; the final-
drive chain guide and front sprocket guard are
said to be stronger, and the grips are made
from a softer compound.
Pricing is as follows: RS 350 $12,390; RS
390 $12,490; RS 430 $12,590; and RS 500
$12,690. All models will be available in De-
cember. CN
Triumph Unveils 2027
Street Triple 798
T
riumph is giving its Street Triple a major perfor-
mance boost for 2027, replacing the 765 with a
new 798cc triple and a ground-up chassis redesign.
Triumph has released the first images of the
new Street Triple 798 ahead of its full unveiling
on November 17, with complete specifications still
under wraps. The most significant change is the
engine, which is derived from Triumph's develop-
ment work for the 2027 Moto2 World Champion-
ship. The new 798cc triple represents the next
generation of Triumph's Moto2 powerplant,
following seven seasons with the 765cc engine.
While Triumph has yet to announce production
power and torque figures, the 2027 Moto2 engine
is expected to produce approximately 150 horse-
power—around six percent more than the current
race engine. The production Street Triple is unlikely
to approach that figure, but increased performance
over the current 765cc RS is expected.
The engine isn't the only major change. The
new Street Triple features a completely revised
chassis, with a substantially different frame and
swingarm giving the motorcycle a more muscular
appearance. The rear-suspension layout has also
been revised, while a new underslung exhaust
replaces the outgoing system.
The 2027 Street Triple 798 will make its full
debut on November 17, with pricing, availability
and complete technical specifications expected
at that time.
CN
The 2027 Beta RS
dual sport range
returns with a few
notable updates.
