In Triumph they are willing to continue hypnotizing us with their new projects. After surprising us with the launch of the exclusive Rocket 3 TFC (Triumph Factory Custom), a limited series model whose 750 copies flew in a matter of hours, it seems that the shots keep coming from the same side.
The British firm has just announced the new Triumph Rocket 3, with which it gives one more twist to its emblematic model born in 2004. More muscle. Greater power Better bearing At the end of the year the arrival of the latest update of the iconic roadster is planned, a huge machine of incredible performance, which has all the ballots to be erected in reference to the queens of the road.
And all thanks to its impressive propeller, a brutal three-cylinder in-line 167 hp, the engine with the largest displacement in history on a standard motorcycle. With a capacity of 2,500 cc and 221 Nm of torque, a torque that almost doubles that of its closest rival, the Ducato Panigale V4. There is nothing.
The saving of weight is another of the distinguishing features of the new Triumph Rocket 3, which has allowed the improvement in its benefits. Nothing less than a reduction of 40 kg of a stroke. A new aluminum chassis makes it 13% lighter than its predecessor.
Preserve, of course, the huge presence of the first Rocket, chaired by a double round headlight in the front, with the triangular emblem of the brand, to give even more presence if possible, and equipped with full LED technology, in addition to a daytime running lights (DRL) system.
A basic handlebar, with hidden wiring, intensifies the dominant position, while hosting a TFT screen with retro air and high visibility of elements. Behind, is the gigantic fuel tank and endless details of great quality characteristic of the English firm.
It also highlights the remodeled single arm swingarm and the 47 mm inverted fork, designed by the Japanese manufacturer Showa. As for the brakes, it is equipped with the renowned Brembo Stylema sports calipers.
But the portentous Rocket 3 does not come alone. The British company has announced two versions, to which more spectacular. The R, with a more sporty design, starting with the handlebar, of type ‘roadster’, and the GT, a ‘touring’, with a more rested position for the routes. Windshield, multibrazo aluminum wheels of different termination and a comfortable ergonomic seat, somewhat lower, and with brushed aluminum backrest for the passenger.
Another special detail is the configuration of the seat in both versions, which allows changing from two-seater to single-seater, incorporating the accessory seat. The footrests of both are adjustable, but in the R it has three vertical positions, and the GT is advanced and arranged horizontally.
Something else to note in its unmistakable presence are the 3 manifolds of its side exhaust system, specially designed to balance the flow of passes to the catalyst and the three-way silencer. It is complemented, in addition, with a gearbox with 6 positions, with helical gears, as well as assisted hydraulic clutch, which results in smooth driving in any gear.
Regarding technology, of course, the advances are also evident. All the elements have been optimized with respect to its predecessor: color TFT panel, ABS system with curved traction control, 4 driving modes (Road, Rain, Sport and Rider customizable mode), system without start and lock keys , Triumph Shift Assist system (optional), TPMS tire pressure monitoring system, and the first integrated Go-Pro control system, to handle the camera.
The color black will be available for both versions (Phantom Black), but there will be other options. The gray Silver Ice and Storm Gray for the GT, while the red (Korosi Red) is only for the R. As if that were not enough, both models can be customized using the more than 50 original accessories that the English firm has designed together with the motorcycle.
We still have to discover the question of the price, although it is estimated to be around € 21,000. Whatever the cost, there is no doubt that this imposing maquinón is going to mark a before and after in the world of motorcycling.