Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs. Kawasaki & More — 2026 Comparison

Shopping the Triumph Speed Twin 900 and want to know how it really compares to the Kawasaki Z650RS, Yamaha XSR700 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650? Here’s an honest, sourced side-by-side — specs, horsepower, price and the places the competition wins — from Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA. The entry modern classic with a sporty streak — a torque-rich 900cc twin (64 hp, 59 lb-ft), roadster ergonomics and Triumph finish. Here’s the honest look against the mid retro roadsters.

Honest, sourced comparisons — we even tell you where the competition wins. The same no-games promise as our Up Front Pricing.

2026 Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs. the retro roadsters

The entry modern classic with a sporty streak — a torque-rich 900cc twin (64 hp, 59 lb-ft), roadster ergonomics and Triumph finish. Here’s the honest look against the mid retro roadsters.

	TriumphSpeed Twin 900 Our pick	KawasakiZ650RS	YamahaXSR700	Royal EnfieldInterceptor 650
Engine	900cc twin	649cc twin	689cc twin	648cc twin
Horsepower	64 hp	67 hp	73 hp	47 hp
Torque	59 lb-ft	47 lb-ft	50 lb-ft	38 lb-ft
Finish + brand	Triumph modern classic	retro standard	retro standard	retro twin
Price starting MSRP	$11,345	~$9,449	~$9,199	~$6,449

Why buy the Speed Twin 900 from Empire

The most torque and the most premium finish in the mid-retro class — the roadster gateway to the Bonneville family.

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Torque-rich 900 twin. 64 hp but a class-leading 59 lb-ft — strong, easy midrange for real-road riding, with the classic British parallel-twin character and sound.
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Sporty modern-classic ergonomics. A roadster riding position, cartridge-style front suspension and confident brakes make it genuinely fun to ride, not just to look at.
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Triumph finish and family. The paint, detailing and switchgear are a step above the class — and it opens the door to Triumph’s huge Bonneville accessory range.
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Straight talk. This is the honest part: the Yamaha XSR700 (73 hp) and Kawasaki Z650RS (67 hp) make more peak power for roughly $2,000 less, and the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is thousands cheaper still. You pay a premium for the Speed Twin’s torque, Triumph finish and badge — not for the biggest spec sheet.

A handsome, easy ride around Spokane. Coffee runs downtown, easy evenings along the river, and enough torque to make the twisties fun — the Speed Twin 900 is a classic that’s genuinely nice to live with.

And the price is the price. Our advertised number already includes freight, setup and our documentation fee — only sales tax and title/registration are added.

Watch before you buy — top Speed Twin 900 videos

▶2026 Speed Twin 900 ReviewIndependent YouTube review
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▶The Best-Selling BonnieIndependent YouTube review
▶First Ride ReviewIndependent YouTube review
▶Real-World Ride ImpressionsIndependent YouTube review

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Is the Triumph Speed Twin 900 a good choice?

The most torque and the most premium finish in the mid-retro class — the roadster gateway to the Bonneville family. 64 hp but a class-leading 59 lb-ft — strong, easy midrange for real-road riding, with the classic British parallel-twin character and sound.

How does the Triumph Speed Twin 900 compare to the competition?

This is the honest part: the Yamaha XSR700 (73 hp) and Kawasaki Z650RS (67 hp) make more peak power for roughly $2,000 less, and the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is thousands cheaper still. You pay a premium for the Speed Twin’s torque, Triumph finish and badge — not for the biggest spec sheet.

Where can I see the Triumph Speed Twin 900 near Spokane?

Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA stocks the Triumph Speed Twin 900 with Up Front Pricing — freight, setup and our documentation fee are already in the advertised price. Text us at 509-498-3541 or browse the inventory online.

Figures are 2026 model-year from manufacturer and published sources; competitor specs and prices are approximate, vary by trim and market, and should be verified before purchase. MSRPs exclude tax and title/registration. Video links are independent third-party YouTube reviews for research; Empire Cycle & Powersports is not affiliated with the creators. Comparison by Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley, WA.

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New to the category? Read our buying guides, see how Up Front Research works, or browse the inventory. Prefer to talk it through? Text us at 509-498-3541.

Reviewed & updated July 29, 2026 by the team at Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley.

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Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs. Kawasaki & More — 2026 Comparison

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