Triumph Rocket III - 2,294cc Triple

Spie · 29 Aug 2003 at 16:55

The first ever production bike to break the 2-litres barrier, the Rocket III is the ultimate power cruiser.
As alluded to by its name and alone among the cruiser fold the Rocket III is powered by a triple cylinder engine, an engine format that Triumph has very much made its own. Its fuel-injected, longitudinally-mounted, in-line three-cylinder engine has a cubic capacity of 2,294cc – 140 cubic inches – and uses the same size pistons as a ten-cylinder American muscle car.

But the impressive numbers don’t end there as Rocket III makes more peak torque than two together of almost any other production motorcycle. To be precise, a massive 147ft.lbf torque at 2,500rpm, with 90% delivered at a mere 1,800 rpm. This stunning triple digit number means, two-up, it will accelerate faster than pretty much anything else on two wheels.

But while the Rocket III’s statistics and its looks are striking, our motorcycles are built to be ridden, not just admired. Usability is a core belief at Triumph and an element close to the heart of every Triumph rider, so built around the Rocket III’s motor is a chassis that’s more than a match for its monstrous output.

Just as remarkable as the engine’s sheer motive force is the balance that’s been struck between power and control making the Rocket III a surprisingly easy-to-manage machine. The ergonomics are such that it’s no more of a stretch to the foot or handlebar controls than it is on the Triumph America cruiser model. This relaxed riding position, along with the hugely torquey engine, provides the perfect platform for stealing the limelight close to home or for eating up countless miles on a longer jaunt.

The standard machine is fitted with a detachable pillion seat and comes in Jet Black or Cardinal Red. There is also a whole range of Triumph accessories available for those who want to add a touch of their own personal style.

But make no mistake, the Rocket III is not just another motorcycle; it’s the ride of a lifetime. There isn’t a benchmark it hasn’t obliterated, a limit it hasn’t disregarded. It is, simply, the biggest and most impressive production motorcycle the world has ever seen. Added to the breathtaking riding experience are truly original looks that ensure it will never be mistaken for any other machine.

Awesome is an over-used word but for the Rocket III it’s barely adequate.

I simply must have one of these when they become available, and yes, I'll be keeping my Busa

Flibster · 29 Aug 2003 at 16:59

Looks like it may be worth getting my bike license then.

Stunning bike.

Would I get my Duke Monster back of my dad though and sell it for that.....probably.

Simon/~Flibster

pinkaardvark · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:01

Might be time to dust of me bike license

Never liked triumphs much but that looks the dogs cahoonas

Or you could still pick up the original

Axeboy · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:02

mother of god

pinkaardvark · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:06

Flibster · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:06

Front shot....

Oh baby.

Acceleration
0-60 2.8 seconds
0-100 7.2 seconds
0-120 12.3 seconds

Simon/~Flibster

Jono · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:07

When you do, Spie...Can I sit on the handlebars?

Or would you keep the pillion seat on and let me have a go?

Kanes · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:09

the ten cylinder muscle car it talks of is actually a Viper, and IIRC they're not just the same size, they are the same parts

Hennessey it!

personally not my brand of vodka but i'm guessing you'll like it

Flibster · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:13

Originally posted by Kanes
the ten cylinder muscle car it talks of is actually a Viper, and IIRC they're not just the same size, they are the same parts

Time to dig out that documentation I had on tuning the vipers engine and put it to a much better use.

Why do I have images of superchargers and turbo's going round in my head....

Simon/~Flibster

Sam · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:28

ummm very very nice

i want

much nice than a busa imo

Tomsk · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:42

Jeez!! Makes my Valkyrie - 1500cc flat 6 (RIP

) look like a scooter!!

Me wants!!

pinkaardvark · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:46

I'd need mine dechromed though, that front guard looks naff with the placcy fake chrome lump on it.

rare · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:49

0-60 2.8 seconds

:eek:

Lets just hope people are responsible

pinkaardvark · 29 Aug 2003 at 17:59

Originally posted by rare
0-60 2.8 seconds

Lets just hope people are responsible

Aye will make sitting on that tampon sized rear seat an adventure.

zero · 29 Aug 2003 at 18:08

320kg and 150mpg, the brakes are from the daytona 955i hopefully that will be enough..

triumph rocket 3 - 147ftlb
suzuki hayabusa - 102ftlb
kawasaki zx-12r - 98.9ftlb
suzuki gsx-r1000 - 79.5ftlb
yamaha r1 - 77.4ftlb
harley v-rod - 77ftlb
cbr600rr - 49ftlb

yikes... hope the tyres arent too expensive

Tomsk · 29 Aug 2003 at 19:54

More info googled from the net

240/50 rear tyre :eek:

pulls 1.2G under acceleration

£14,000 guestimated

jon.bda · 29 Aug 2003 at 20:16

Jeez...Spie, will it be time to throw away the 'busa lump in the Radical soon?.

ramirez · 29 Aug 2003 at 21:07

Originally posted by rare
0-60 2.8 seconds

Lets just hope people are responsible

lets hope they can hold on!

Brwmogazos · 30 Aug 2003 at 12:44

Never liked "custom" bikes after... thats why i sold my Virago...

Its allright to drive and easy with low torque but i just miss the excitment offered by supersport bikes...which make you feel your hands are getting longer when accelerating hard

...

|Show| · 30 Aug 2003 at 17:57

Sry Mr Spie, but u leave me with no choice -

Originally posted by GT3_GOD
wow, you have a motorbike.................I agree with this

tis true.

a man with your kind of money should by an Evo VIII cose after all, they are a £30K supercar....seen as tho they were faster than everything but a Zonda on Top Gear.

a much nicer back end to that bike!

Triumph Rocket III - 2,294cc Triple

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