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Triumph Rocket 3 botches tablecloth trick

A decade ago, BMW’s S 1000 RR pulled off the old tablecoth trick, ripping it right from under the crockery, cutlery and glassware, but now Triumph has botched the same trick with their Rocket 3.

We’re not sure what they are trying to proved by failing at the same trick.

However, the title of their video and the accompanying text gives us a clue:

With the world’s largest production motorcycle engine, and the highest torque of any production motorcycle you can buy, Triumph Motorcycle’s Rocket 3 R takes on the iconic tablecloth trick, with a twist…

Old trick

Now here is how BMW perfected the tablecloth trick in 2010.

And in 2016, Mythbusters had a go.

Obviously Triumph is trying to show what a brute the Rocket 3 is.

The original 2.3-litre Triumph Rocket III has now become the 2.5-litre Rocket 3 with the biggest capacity and most torque of any production bike in the world.

The Rocket III had the biggest capacity engine of any production motorcycle with a 2294cc triple, delivering 221Nm of torque and 109kW of power.

Now, the TFC Rocket 3  has 134kW of power and 225Nm of torque, while the base R and GT models will have slightly less output at 221Nm of torque at 4000rpm and 124kW of power at 6000rpm.

This is not the first time Triumph has made a humorous video using the Rocket.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

Triumph Rocket 3 comes in two more models

Triumph has announced that the production-version Rocket 3 will come in two more models, the basic “R” roadster and the GT with touring capability.

These will follow the limited-edition Rocket 3 TFC (Triumph Factory Custom) which arrives in late November.

Last month the company revealed the TFC’s tech specs that proclaimed the Rocket is still the world’s torque monster.

2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC torque monster
2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC

Triumph Motorcycles Australia has not yet released pricing, but expect to pay much more than the current Rocket III ($23,990). Only 750 numbered models of the TFC will be made worldwide and Australia gets 25.

We expect the production Rocket 3 R and GT will arrive next year.

Rocket 3 outputTriumph Rocket 3 comes in two more models

The 2.3-litre Triumph Rocket III has now become the 2.5-litre Rocket 3 with the biggest capacity and most torque of any production bike in the world.

Currently the Rocket III has the biggest capacity engine of any production motorcycle with a 2294cc triple, delivering 221Nm of torque and 109kW of power.

The Rocket 3 TFC has 134kW of power and 225Nm of torque, while the base R and GT models will have slightly less output at 221Nm of torque at 4000rpm and 124kW of power at 6000rpm.

New Rocket 3 models come with a single-sided swingarm, chunky forks, resigned cowl, new exhaust, beefier Brembo brakes and a contoured rider’s seat.

Rocket 3 R will be available in a choice of Korosi Red and Phantom Black while the GT arrives in Silver Ice and Storm Grey with a Korosi Red pinstripe decal, or Phantom Black.

Lower weightTriumph Rocket 3 comes in two more models

Triumph claims the new Rocket 3 will be more than 40kg lighter, which is 13% lighter less than Rocket III thanks largely to its aluminium frame.

It comes with a fully adjustable Showa monoshock with piggyback reservoir and 47mm adjustable Showa front forks with rebound and compression adjustability.

Brakes are top-shelf Brembo Stylema calipers with increased airflow around the brake pads to help the calipers cool quicker.

There is also a claimed world-first integrated GoPro control system that enables GoPro camera operation via an accessory Bluetooth connectivity module.

The connection and control is displayed on the TFT instruments, enabling intuitive video and photo operation via the switchgear.

Rider aidsTriumph Rocket 3 comes in two more models

The new models also come with a suite of hi-tech rider aids:

  • 2nd generation TFT instruments that can be personalised, allowing the rider to update the start-up screen message with their name;
  • Cornering ABS;
  • Cornering Traction Control;
  • Inertial Measurement Unit developed in partnership with Continental that takes constant measurements of roll, pitch, yaw, lean angle and acceleration rates;
  • 4 riding modes: Road, Rain, Sport and Rider-configurable that adjust throttle response and traction control, adjustable on the move;
  • All-LED lighting with Daytime Running Lights;
  • Hill Hold Control;
  • Cruise Control;
  • Keyless ignition and steering Lock;
  • Heated grips standard on the Rocket 3 GT and an accessory on the R;
  • USB charging under the seat;
  • Triumph Shift Assist for ‘up and down’ gear changes without  the clutch;
  • Turn-by-turn navigation system powered by Google;
  • My Triumph app for iOS and Android that delivers the navigation function;
  • Integrated phone and music operation; and
  • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

AccessoriesTriumph Rocket 3 comes in two more models

The new Rocket 3 R and GT can be personalised with more than 50 Triumph accessories.

Rocket 3 luggage range:

  • Innovative Triumph patented cast aluminium pannier ‘retractable & ‘lockable’ mounting system
  • 20L sports panniers
  • 12L magnetic tank bag
  • Innovative Triumph patented 9L quick-release tail pack

Comfort accessories include:

  • Roadster and touring handlebars
  • Touring and sport seat
  • Rider seat pad
  • Comfort pillion seat
  • Passenger backrest and pads with billet machined plate
  • Passenger backrest rack
  • Forward and mid foot controls
  • Knee pads

Style accessories include:

  • Sport screen
  • LED indicators (*in applicable markets) New security accessories include:
  • Track+ Thatcham approved tracker with 24/7 monitoring by UK-based secure call-centre
  • Protect+ Thatcham approved alarm system
  • U-lock
  • Disc lock
  • Alarm disc lock
  • Chain and lock
  • Secure ground anchor

Highway inspiration kit

A selection of luggage and touring focused accessories can be fitted to the R and GT:

  • Luggage rack
  • Sports panniers
  • Pannier mount kit
  • Triumph Shift Assist
  • Triumph TFT Connectivity System
NEW ROCKET 3 R NEW ROCKET 3 GT
Engine Type Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Capacity 2,458cc
Bore/Stroke 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm
Maximum Power 167PS /165 bhp (123 kW) @ 6,000rpm
Maximum Torque 221Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel system Ride-by-wire, fuel injected
Exhaust Stainless 3-into-1 headers with 3 exit silencer / CAT box
Final drive Shaft, bevel box
Clutch Hydraulic, torque-assist
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Full aluminium frame
Instruments TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) –
Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Swingarm Single-sided, cast aluminium
Front Wheel 17 x 3.5in cast aluminium
Rear Wheel 16 x 7.5in cast aluminium
Front Tyre 150/80 R17 V
Rear Tyre 240/50 R16 V
Front Suspension Showa 47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster. 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm rear wheel travel.
Front Brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS
Seat Height 773mm 750mm
Rake 27.9
Trail 134.9 mm
Dry Weight 291 kg 294 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 18 L
Fuel Consumption TBC
CO2 Emissions TBC
2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC torque monster
2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC

NEW ROCKET 3 TFC torque monster

Engine Type Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Capacity 2458cc
Bore/Stroke 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm
Maximum Power Over 170PS
Maximum Torque Over 221Nm
Fuel system Ride-by-Wire, fuel injected
Exhaust Stainless 3 into 1 headers with 3 exit Arrow branded silencer / CAT box
Final drive Shaft, bevel box
Clutch Hydraulic, slip-assist
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Full aluminium frame
Instruments TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) – Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added
with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Swingarm Single-sided, cast aluminium
Front Wheel 17 x 3.6in cast aluminium
Rear Wheel 16 x 7.5in cast aluminium
Front Tyre 150/80 R17 V
Rear Tyre 240/50 R16 V
Front Suspension Showa ø47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adj., 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm travel
Front Brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS
Seat Height 773 mm
Rake 27.9º
Trail 134.9 mm
Dry Weight TBC
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L
NEW THRUXTON TFC
Engine Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Capacity 1200cc
Bore/Stroke 97.6 mm x 80.0 mm
Maximum Power 109PS @ 8,000rpm
Maximum Torque 115Nm @ 4,850rpm
Fuel system Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Exhaust Brushed 2 into 2 exhaust system, twin Vance and Hines titanium silencers with carbon fibre end caps
Final drive O-ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Tubular steel, aluminium cradle rails
Instruments LCD multi-functional instrument pack with analogue speedometer and analogue tachometer, TFC specific dial faces
Swingarm Twin-sided, aluminium, clear anodized
Front Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 3.5in, black anodized rim
Rear Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 5in, black anodized rim
Front Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR,  160/60 ZR17
Front Suspension Öhlins 43mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable rebound and compression damping, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir, billet aluminium adjusters, 120mm rear wheel travel
Front Brake Brembo twin 310mm floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS
Rear Brake Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Seat Height 815 mm
Rake 22.7º
Trail 92.8 mm
Dry Weight 198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.5 L
Fuel Consumption 5.2 l/100km
CO2 Emissions EURO 4 Standard: 119 g/km

**CO2 and fuel consumption are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures on fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real riding results.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

Triumph Rocket 3 still a torque monster

The 2.3-litre Triumph Rocket III has become the 2.5-litre Rocket 3 and is till the biggest torque monster of any production bike in the world.

Currently the Rocket III has the biggest capacity engine of any production motorcycle with a 2294cc triple, delivering 221Nm of torque and 109kW of power.

Torque monster2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC torque monster

When the limited edition Rocket 3 TFC arrives in late November it will have 134kW of power and a mouth-watering, arm-wrenching 225Nm of torque, making it still the torque monster in the world of production motorcycles.

Triumph has released further tech specs n the bike such as its hefty 320kg of weight, but still 40kg lighter than the III.

Triumph Motorcycles Australia has not yet released pricing, but expect to pay much more than the current Rocket III ($23,990).

Only 750 numbered models of each will be made worldwide and Australia gets 25.

The production version of the Rocket 3 is set to follow.2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC torque monster

The Rocket TFC is based on the new Rocket 3 with single-sided swingarm, chunky forks, resigned cowl, new exhaust tips, beefier Brembo brakes and a more contoured rider’s seat.

Features on the TFC include special badging, twin LED headlights, three-header exhaust, leather interchangeable single and dual seat, TFT colour instruments,  Bluetooth connectivity, cruise and hill control, Google-powered navigation, cornering ABS and traction control, four riding modes, shift assist and a lot of carbon fibre bodywork.

The TFC will have Brembo Stylema Monobloc brakes, adjustable Showa suspension and Brembo MCS span and ratio adjustable lever.

Every Rocket TFC owner will receive a tailor-made TFC handover pack dedicated to their bike, featuring a numbered letter signed by Triumph’s CEO Nick Bloor, a personalised custom build book, leather TFC branded rucksack and a beautiful Rocket 3 TFC indoor bike cover.2019 Triumph Rocket 3 TFC torque monster

NEW ROCKET 3 TFC torque monster

Engine Type Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Capacity 2458cc
Bore/Stroke 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm
Maximum Power Over 170PS
Maximum Torque Over 221Nm
Fuel system Ride-by-Wire, fuel injected
Exhaust Stainless 3 into 1 headers with 3 exit Arrow branded silencer / CAT box
Final drive Shaft, bevel box
Clutch Hydraulic, slip-assist
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Full aluminium frame
Instruments TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) – Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added
with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Swingarm Single-sided, cast aluminium
Front Wheel 17 x 3.6in cast aluminium
Rear Wheel 16 x 7.5in cast aluminium
Front Tyre 150/80 R17 V
Rear Tyre 240/50 R16 V
Front Suspension Showa ø47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adj., 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm travel
Front Brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS
Seat Height 773 mm
Rake 27.9º
Trail 134.9 mm
Dry Weight TBC
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L
NEW THRUXTON TFC
Engine Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Capacity 1200cc
Bore/Stroke 97.6 mm x 80.0 mm
Maximum Power 109PS @ 8,000rpm
Maximum Torque 115Nm @ 4,850rpm
Fuel system Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Exhaust Brushed 2 into 2 exhaust system, twin Vance and Hines titanium silencers with carbon fibre end caps
Final drive O-ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Tubular steel, aluminium cradle rails
Instruments LCD multi-functional instrument pack with analogue speedometer and analogue tachometer, TFC specific dial faces
Swingarm Twin-sided, aluminium, clear anodized
Front Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 3.5in, black anodized rim
Rear Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 5in, black anodized rim
Front Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR,  160/60 ZR17
Front Suspension Öhlins 43mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable rebound and compression damping, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir, billet aluminium adjusters, 120mm rear wheel travel
Front Brake Brembo twin 310mm floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS
Rear Brake Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Seat Height 815 mm
Rake 22.7º
Trail 92.8 mm
Dry Weight 198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.5 L
Fuel Consumption 5.2 l/100km
CO2 Emissions EURO 4 Standard: 119 g/km

**CO2 and fuel consumption are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures on fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real riding results.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

Special Rocket 3 and Thruxton coming

Only 25 limited-edition 2.5-litre Triumph Rocket 3 TFC (Triumph Factory Custom) models will be coming to Australia, but you better be quick.

Triumph Motorcycles Australia spokesman Dale McBride says they have had “massive interest and most deposits already down for a chance to own the special edition”. 

Pricing is yet to be announced.

Triumph Thruxton and Rocket 3 TFC
Thruxton TFC

Meanwhile, the Thruxton TFC has finally been homologated for Australia with 80kW of peak power at 8000rpm, 115Nm of peak torque.

That’s 7.5kW more power and 4Nm more torque than the Thruxton R, while also 5kg lighter at 198kg.

These TFC models are the first of a new line of limited-edition motorcycles from the British manufacturer.

Only 750 numbered models of each will be made worldwide and there is no word yet on when the Thruxton will arrive.

While pricing for these limited-edition models has not yet been released, expect to pay much more than the current Thruxton R ($21,100) and Rocket 3 ($23,990).

Rocket 3 TFC

Triumph Rocket 3 TFC
Triumph Rocket 3 TFC

The Rocket 3 TFC is not a tarted-up current model, but based on the upcoming model with increased engine capacity from 2.3L to 2.5L.

So it’s still the biggest capacity engine of any production motorcycle in the world!

While the previous 2294cc triple delivered 109kW of power and 221Nm of torque, the new 2458cc triple has more than 125kW with the same peak torque.

The other big news is that it goes from twin shocks to an aluminium single-sided swingarm with a hidden Showa mono shock as we saw in this spy photo last year.

Rocket III Triumph Thruxton and Rocket TFC
2019 Rocket 3 spy photo

It will also have Showa cartridge forks and top-spec Brembo Stylema brake calipers.

Some of the other features of the Rocket TFC are Arrow exhaust, full LED lighting, colour TFT instruments, internally wired flat handlebars and loads of carbon fibre in the front guard, exhaust, fly screen, drive shaft cover, heel guards and tank strap.

Tech features include keyless ignition, tyre pressure monitors, cruise control, USB charging socket, cornering ABS and traction control, four riding modes (Road, Rain, Sport and Rider-configurable), up and down quickshiter and hill hold control.

There will also be an optional Bluetooth module to integrate GoPro control, music and phone operation, and Triumph’s navigation system which is powered by Google.

It will come in carbon black and matt carbon black paint scheme with brushed foil decals, gold accents and electroformed 3D Triumph badge, hidden pillion footrests and a leather interchangeable ‘twin or single’ seat.Triumph Rocket 3 TFC

Once the TFC model is sold out, we expect standard and touring models to follow. We are not sure how many of these features will be included on those models.

Triumph says the 2019 Rocket 3 TFC is more than 15% lighter than its predecessor with a 40+kg saving.

The base and touring models may be a little heavier without all that carbon.

Rocket TFC tech specs

Engine Type Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Capacity 2458cc
Bore/Stroke 110.2mm x 85.9mm
Maximum Power Over 125kW (170PS)
Maximum Torque Over 221Nm
Fuel system Ride-by-Wire, fuel injected
Exhaust Stainless 3 into 1 headers with 3 exit Arrow branded silencer / CAT box
Final drive Shaft, bevel box
Clutch Hydraulic, slip-assist
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Full aluminium frame
Instruments TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) – Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added
with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Swingarm Single-sided, cast aluminium
Front Wheel 17 x 3.6in cast aluminium
Rear Wheel 16 x 7.5in cast aluminium
Front Tyre 150/80 R17 V
Rear Tyre 240/50 R16 V
Front Suspension Showa ø47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adj., 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm travel
Front Brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS
Seat Height 773mm
Rake 27.9º
Trail 134.9mm
Dry Weight TBC
Fuel Tank Capacity 19L

Thruxton TFCTriumph Thruxton and Rocket TFC

The Thruxton TFC will come with lashings of carbon fibre, Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes with adjustable lever, Metzler Racetec RR tyres, Vance & Hines pipes, flip-up Monza fuel cap, all-LED lighting and brushed aluminium accents.

A highlight is the hand-painted gold lining.

Thruxton TFC also has a lightweight engine, body and frame components that strip weight.

Thruxton TFC tech specsTriumph Thruxton and Rocket TFC

Engine Type Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Capacity 1200cc
Bore/Stroke 97.6 mm x 80.0 mm
Maximum Power 80kW (109PS) @ 8000rpm
Maximum Torque 115Nm @ 4850rpm
Fuel system Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Exhaust Brushed 2 into 2 exhaust system, twin Vance and Hines titanium silencers with carbon fibre end caps
Final drive O-ring chain
Clutch Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Gearbox 6 speed
Frame Tubular steel, aluminium cradle rails
Instruments LCD multi-functional instrument pack with analogue speedometer and analogue tachometer, TFC specific dial faces
Swingarm Twin-sided, aluminium, clear anodized
Front Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 3.5in, black anodized rim
Rear Wheel 32-spoke 17 x 5in, black anodized rim
Front Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR, 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre Metzeler RaceTec RR,  160/60 ZR17
Front Suspension Öhlins 43mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable rebound and compression damping, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoir, billet aluminium adjusters, 120mm rear wheel travel
Front Brake Brembo twin 310mm floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS
Rear Brake Single 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Seat Height 815mm
Rake 22.7º
Trail 92.8mm
Dry Weight 198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.5L
Fuel Consumption 5.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions EURO 4 Standard: 119 g/km

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com