2010 Triumph Rocket III Roadster - Bigger is Better
There's no such thing as too much power
tech
Spec
Evolution
The world's biggest motorcycle gets more power, more rational ergonomics and anti-lock brakes.
Rivals
Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle, Star V-Max, Boulevard M109R.
| TECH |
| Price |
Approx. $17,500 |
| Engine type |
l-c triple |
| Valve train |
DOHC, 12v |
| Displacement |
2294cc |
| Bore x stroke |
101.6 x 94.3mm |
| Compression |
8.7:1 |
| Fuel system |
EFI |
| Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission |
5-speed |
| Claimed horsepower |
146 bhp @ 5750 rpm |
| Claimed torque |
163 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm |
| Frame |
Tubular-steel twin-spine |
| Front suspension |
43mm Kayaba inverted fork |
| Rear suspension |
Dual Kayaba shocks with adjustable spring preload |
| Front brake |
Triumph four-piston calipers, 320mm discs |
| Rear brake |
Brembo two-piston caliper, 316mm disc |
| Front tire |
150/80R-17 Metzeler Marathon |
| Rear tire |
240/50R-16 Metzeler Marathon |
| Rake/trail |
32.0°/5.8 in. |
| Seat height |
29.1 in. |
| Wheelbase |
66.7 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
6.3 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight |
771 lbs. |
| Colors |
Metallic Phantom Black, Matte Black |
| Available |
Now |
| Warranty |
2 yrs., unlimited mi. |
Contact
Triumph Motorcycles of America, Ltd.
385 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr. #100
Newnan, GA 30265
678.854.2010
www.triumphmotorcycles.com
Verdict 4 stars out of 5
Big, bad and British, yet less expensive than the Rocket III on which it's based.
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