Triumph Trophy 1200 SE, test (city and highway driving)
Triumph Trophy 1200 SE, test (city and highway driving)

Video: Triumph Trophy 1200 SE, test (city and highway driving)

Video: Triumph Trophy 1200 SE, test (city and highway driving)
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Yesterday we saw how the British Isles are putting the batteries to make a complete and updated range of models in which almost no style is left without representation. So much so that they do not walk with half measures and the models they take out have a quality / price ratio that makes their competitors tremble. The new one Triumph Trophy 1200 SE It is a clear example of a very complete equipment for a more than reasonable price, but today it is time to become intimate with it.

But first, I know, you missed us telling what the Trophy is like in person, I have not forgotten it, so today will be the first thing we are going to start with: the first impression. What happens is that whenever I use that word I remember that "the first impression is what counts", but as I am one of those who prefer to experience things for themselves I think the time has come to see if that is true.

Triumph Trophy 1200 SE: clear inspiration

Triumph Trophy 1200 SE
Triumph Trophy 1200 SE

I start from the premise that such a large motorcycle with so many volumes is complicated to design, you have to take into account ergonomics, airflows, practicality, but above all who we want to position ourselves against. I don't see that it is an ugly bike by any means, it is very well resolved, but the influences of the Honda Pan European at the front and the BMW R1200 RT at the rear are quite noticeable. Even so it has a very british style, elegant, that combines angular parts with fluid sections, and the two available colors (Lunar Silver Gray and Pacific Blue) seem very successful for the type of motorcycle and its design.

Beyond the similarities, we find a motorcycle of generous dimensions, it has a very wide fairing and the feeling that it is a large assembly is reinforced by the headlight with a more than considerable glazed surface and the mirrors located below the handlebar line and integrated into the fairing.

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

At the rear the 30 liter suitcases they are not too bulky compared to the rest of the bike. A helmet fits comfortably in them, but in the trunk, due to the internal shapes, my two integrals did not fit (the HJC R-PHA 10 Plus with the rear so prominent is a bit bloody), surely with other models there is no problem. In all three we have some elastic tapes To ensure what we carry and the space is enough to travel as a couple for a whole weekend without missing more space.

Inside of glove box that we have under the left handlebar there is plenty of space to carry the keys, the mobile phone and the wallet, as well as having a 12V power outlet, a fixed clamp to have the credit card at hand at the tolls and the USB input for connect a smartphone or a pendrive to put our music.

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

The stereo It has two speakers located on both sides of the instrument panel and is operated by the controls of the additional pineapple within reach of our left hand. Here we find a drawback, because although the radio works wonderfully thanks to the automatic volume control depending on the speed and that it is easy to handle, we will have to release the left fist to access the buttons.

Now that we have entertained ourselves for a while with the gadgets that the Triumph Trophy 1200 SE brings We are going to get to the controls, but first of all we are going to remove the pilot's seat and modify the position of the metal bar that acts as a support to place it in its lowest position and lower ground clearance by 20 millimeters. Much better now, we get to the ground quite dignifiedly with one of the feet, although you have to lower yourself a bit because it is wide.

Triumph Trophy 1200 SE: own style

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

The first contact with the Triumph Trophy 1200 SE We were faced with the test of lowering it from the center stand, something difficult to do without first gaining momentum backwards. When we go down to the ground we notice how the 300 kilos They will be difficult to move while standing still, so after the initial scare of believing that it was going to take us to the ground we put it on the side stand and it seems that it will not be our ally either, it is placed at an angle that is too horizontal and the motorcycle is lying excessively. To lift it then you have to give a good push, especially if we carry it with a full tank and loaded suitcases.

We started the three-cylinder and the sound level is quite highAs you know, it sounds different, like a very hoarse tetra. We clutch, we put first and we began to roll at low speed. I confess that the first few meters always with an unknown motorcycle I take them quite cautiously but in the Trophy everything has a peculiar touch. All the controls are slightly hard but very soft, every time you press a button, lever or pedal you have the immediate feeling that what you wanted to do has been done correctly. In other times it happens that you have to make sure by looking at the indicator if you have put an indicator, for example, not in this one.

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

Some broadcasts by cardan shaft the operation of this system is very present in coexistence, in this goes completely unnoticed, so much so that it seems that it works by chain or toothed belt. We will not have rattles, nor inertia, nor strange noises, so we focus on driving through traffic with the precaution of knowing the dimensions that we are moving. As long as we anticipate the decisions to the rest of the traffic, we can drive very smoothly because as we increase the speed it seems that the Triumph Trophy 1200 SE loses one kilo for every kilometer per hour.

At the last traffic light before taking the free terrain to clearer terrain we take the opportunity to enter the menu and pass comfort mode suspension, which has helped us cope with bumps and bumps, to normal. Now the slight imprecision of the direction when turning very tight corners disappears and feels more supported, but with this it is not worth us because we are already reaching our headland section and it is time to see how it holds on curves with the sport mode.

Triumph Trophy 1200 SE: surprise, surprise

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

The general concept that we have of each type of motorcycle makes us pigeonhole them many times, but the current trend in the market is to produce models that are good in all possible facets and the electronic suspension adjustment is a clear example. Once with him sport mode selected and engaged in work is surprising the agility with which the Triumph Trophy 1200 SE it moves to be a motorcycle of 300 kilos and so much volume. WP suspensions keep Pirelli Angels bolted to the road and they don't complain unless you play the animal.

The engine is a delight that allows us to drop it to 2,000 revolutions to get out of the curves driven by a good dose of torque, from there upwards everything is push and gain speed with ease. When it comes to stopping the team, the Nissin team is very forceful and doesn't let us get nervous even if we get to the next corner quite quickly. The Triumphs have always had a reputation for incorporating some brakes very well tuned on their motorcycles and here they have done it again.

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Triumph_Trophy_1200_SE

I can't say I have the sporting skills to match the Isle of Mann TT, but defends itself more than solvent between curves and his behavior is not lazy at all. What he does not like are last minute corrections and you have to be clear about what you want to do to execute the maneuvers with the necessary forcefulness.

Regarding the oscillating case system and the trunk, which by the way is called TDLS (Triumph Dynamic Luggage System)I can't say if it has something to do with how well it moves or if it really adds something to the dynamic behavior but I suppose that if it is there for something it will be. What I can tell you is that when you cross a town of those with the firm cobblestones a rattle behind considerable back.

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