Triumph Rocket III

Triumph Rocket III

Make Model	Triumph Rocket III
Year	2006-07
Engine	Liquid cooled, four stroke, longitudinal three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	2294
Bore x Stroke	101.6 x 94.3 mm
Compression Ratio	8.7:1
Induction	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition / Starting	Digital inductive type via electronic engine management / electric
Max Power	140 hp @ 5750 rpm
Max Torque	200 Nm 147ft.lbf @ 2500 rpm
Transmission / Drive	5 Speed / shaft
Front Suspension	43mm upside down forks
Rear Suspension	Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload
Front Brakes	2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 316mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre	150/80 V17
Rear Tyre	240/50 V16
Seat Height	740 mm
Dry-Weight	320 kg
Fuel Capacity	25 Litres
Consumption average	15.6 km/lit
Standing ¼ Mile	12.2 sec
Top Speed	219.4 km/h
Reviews	Motorcycle-USA / Rocket III Vs. 2005 Yamaha V-Max Motorcyclist / Motorbikes Today / MCN part 1 - part 2

The Rocket III is in a class all on its own; the largest capacity production motorcycle in the world with dazzling looks, fantastic performance and amazing specification.

The fuel injected, twelve-valve powerplant has a cubic capacity of 2294cc – that’s 140 cubic inches – and makes 147ftlbs of torque at 2500rpm. This awesome output means even two-up the Rocket III accelerates with ease, and tenacious forward motion is just a slight twist of throttle away. However, the delectable, inexhaustible flow of power from the triple’s 2.3 litres engine can be effortlessly controlled using only two fingers. The Rocket III has a low centre of gravity and composed riding position giving a fine sense of balance and control. It sails round corners that would make most cruisers twitch making the Rocket III a truly useable machine that can cruise streets or hustle turns with equal and effortless ability.

The Rocket III’s chassis is something quite special and centers on a large tubular steel twin-spine frame, which houses the motor. It has a maintenance-free shaft drive that lays power to the massive 240/50-section rear tyre. 43mm upside down forks and spring preload adjustable twin rear shocks built specifically for the Rocket III add control, composure and supple compliance. The front brakes are sports bike specification – twin four-piston calipers mated with 320mm floating discs – and provide awesome stopping power. The rear brake, developed by Brembo especially, is a single twin piston caliper and 316mm disc.

The choices a Rocket III owner can make to customize and enhance their bike are huge; street-rodders can add exhaust pipes and a host of chrome parts including engine dresser bars and side panels. For those that want to travel far there are leather panniers that are constructed from the highest quality 4mm aniline leather, and feature triple themed detailing and quick release chromed buckles.

KING OF THE POWER CRUISERS

The Rocket III has defined a unique niche in the clone-like performance cruiser market and exists in a class all on its own with its striking looks, stunning performance and incredible specification.

For 2007, the Rocket III receives two new paint schemes: Phantom Black and Mulberry Red.