THE ULTIMATE IN BIG CAPACITY THRILLS.
The world’s ultimate motorcycle Roadster moves out of pure cruiser territory and transcends into that of the ultimate muscle streetfighter with the new Rocket III Roadster.
Coming in two mean and moody black colour options, metallic Phantom Black or an aggressive Matt Black alternative, the Rocket III Roadster is powered by an uprated version of Triumph’s iconic three-cylinder 2,297cc powerplant. Maximum power has increased over the outgoing Rocket III, with torque up by 15% to a mighty 224Nm.
Triumph’s sophisticated anti-lock braking system is fitted as standard to the Rocket III Roadster, the first time that an ABS system has been specified to the Rocket III platform.
New ergonomics give the Rocket III Roadster a completely different riding experience from its predecessors while new rear suspension units have been designed to offer a more comfortable and controlled ride than the previous Rocket III, while the main components take on a blacked out appearance to reinforce the Rocket III’s ‘bad boy’ image. Many components have been taken back to black, including the forks, yokes and rear springs. New silencers, one on each side, are the final touches. These have been designed to release more power and torque and optimise the aural experience of the Triumph Rocket III Roadster.
2010 FEATURES
Engine The Rocket III Roadster features the most powerful version yet of the incomparable 2.3 litre, in-line, water cooled, triple. With 146bhp at 5750rpm, the Rocket III Roadster is the most powerful model in Triumph’s range – but it’s the massive torque that really separates the Rocket III Roadster from the rest. With 194Nm, more than any other motorcycle on the market, the Rocket III Roadster accelerates unlike nothing else. But despite its size, the engine is incredibly smooth as the balance, input and rear drive shaft contra-rotate against the crankshaft, which makes for minimal torque reaction.
Brakes
The Rocket III Roadster features a sophisticated anti-lock braking system that makes 100 calculations each second to ensure the rider retains full control under extreme braking. Up front, the twin four-piston calipers are mated to 320mm floating discs to deliver the sort of stopping power you’d expect from a high-performance bike. The rear brake, developed especially by Brembo, is a single twin piston caliper and 316mm disc.
Suspension Menacingly blacked out 43mm upside down forks offer precise steering while all-new twin shock absorbers at the rear provide a comfortable and composed ride one-up or two. Combined with the mid-mounted controls and revised ergonomics, the Rocket III Roadster offers the sportiest ride of any motorcycle to proudly display the Rocket III badge.
Black Finishes Two menacing black finishes make the Roadster the meanest looking Rocket III yet. The motorcycle is available in sparkling Phantom Black or a minimalist Matt Black option, with the stripped down, ready for action look enhanced with some equally shadowy components. From the Roadster’s 2.3 litre heart to the 43mm forks up front, the blacked out components of the Rocket III Roadster ooze classic streetfighter aggression.
Chassis In sparkling Phantom Black or menacing Matt, the Rocket III Roadster oozes menace and quality in equal dozes. The chassis is a tubular steel twin-spine design using the engine as a stressed member for maximum stiffness and control. New ergonomics place the rider in an ideal position to push the bike effortlessly into corners, while the blacked out components perfectly match the aggressive streetfighter styling and ensure the Roadster looks as good as it goes.
2010 SPECIFICATION
Engine
Type - Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity - 2294cc
Bore/Stroke - 101.6 x 94.3mm
Compression Ratio - 8.7:1
Fuel System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with twin butterflies and progressive linkage on primary butterflies
Transmission
Final Drive - Shaft
Clutch - Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox - 5-speed constant mesh
Cycle Parts
Frame - Tubular steel, twin spine
Swingarm - Twin-sided, steel (houses drive shaft)
Front Wheel - Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke, 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel - Cast aluminium alloy 5-spoke, 16 x 7.5in
Front Tyre - 150/80 R17
Rear Tyre - 240/50 R 16
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 Brakes - Twin 320mm floating discs, Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system
Rear Brakes - Single 316mm fixed disc, Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, Nissin ABS system
Dimensions
Length - 2500 mm (98.3 in)
Width (Handlebars) - 970 mm (38.2 in)
Height - 1165 mm (45.8 in)
Seat Height - 750 mm (29.5 in)
Wheelbase - 1695 mm (66.7 in)
Rake/Trail - 32 degree / 148 mm
Wet weight - 367 kg (807 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity - 24 litres (6.3 gals)
Performance (Measured at crankshaft to 95/1/EC)
Maximum Power EC - 148PS / 146bhp / 109kW @ 5750 rpm
Maximum Torque EC - 221Nm / 163 ft.lbs @ 2750 rpm
Phantom Black
Matt Black
