It may sound like a cliché, but the Triumph Rocket III Roadster truly is a unique motorcycle with the presence of large and legendary powerplant.
With a 2294 cc three-cylinder engine, the Rocket III Roadster is home to the world? Fs largest production motorcycle engine?. Giving a blow 221Nm of torque at just 2750rpm, the Rocket III Roadster provide driving experience unmatched by anything on two wheels.
Despite featuring in Triumph Cruiser range, the Rocket III Roadster beyond genre. With pegs that midmounted and relatively upright ride position, Roadster takes streetfighter attitude and give an attitude-laden journey that every motorcyclist should experience at least once in their
two-wheel career. Shrinking violets need not apply.
Ergonomics ensures that the Roadster gives a completely different driving experience with others
Rocket IIIs and one that is easier to hustle through the corners. With a plush seat for both rider and
pillion and rear suspension is more comfortable and in control, Rocket III Roadster is capable of
covering long distances with confidence.
As you would expect from a flagship model, the Rocket III Roadster comes highly equipped
as standard, with comprehensive instrumentation including fuel gauge, gear indicator selection
and clock, 43mm upside down front forks, adjustable rear suspension, low-maintenance shaft drive
and sophisticated anti-lock brakes as standard.
In front, the trademark Triumph Rocket III Roadster sports the twin lights to make it apply
even more striking motorcycle, while the components carefully balance black and chrome to make
aggressive stripped down look.
For the year 2011, the Rocket III Roadster comes in two new color options specifically. In addition to metallic Phantom Black comes in two popular flamboyant color schemes: Red Haze Phantom and Phantom Blue Haze. It is hand painted in the Hinckley Triumph factory and contain high sparkle content that creates a remarkable feeling of depth in the sun, changing from black near the vibrant red or blue.
| Model: | Triumph Rocket III Roadster |
| Year: | 2011 |
| Category: | Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new (MSRP): | US$ 13999. Euro 16990. UK £ 11990. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Displacement: | 2294.00 ccm (139.98 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Power: | 146.00 HP (106.6 kW)) @ 5750 RPM |
| Torque: | 221.03 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM |
| Compression: | 8.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel system: | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with twin butterflies and progressive linkage on primary butterflies |
| Fuel control: | DOHC |
| Ignition: | Digital-inductive type via engine management system |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Wet. multi-plate |
| Frame type: | Tubular steel. twin spine |
| Rake (fork angle): | 32.0° |
| Trail: | 148 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Front suspension: | Kayaba 43mm upside down forks. 120mm travel |
| Rear suspension: | Kayaba black spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 150/80-R17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 240/50-R16 |
| Front brakes: | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 316 mm (12.4 inches) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 366.1 kg (807.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 749 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,163 mm (45.8 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,497 mm (98.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,694 mm (66.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 23.85 litres (6.30 gallons) |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Color options: | Phantom Black. Matte Black |
