Distinctive and dynamic new colour choices are on the way across the Roadster, Rocket 3 and Tiger and Tiger Sport line-ups for Model Year 2024, all available to order now.
Bold colour schemes for Speed Triple 1200 RS and Trident 660
– Speed Triple 1200 RS £15,795 OTR
o Carnival Red NEW (+£300)
o Matt Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
– Trident 660 £7,895 OTR
o Jet Black & Triumph Racing Yellow NEW (+£300)
o Silver Ice & Diablo Red
o Matt Jet Black & Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
Sophisticated colour scheme for both Rocket 3 models
– Rocket 3 R £21,995 OTR
o Sapphire Black & Carnival Red with Silver Ice NEW (+£600)
o Matt Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
– Rocket 3 GT £22,695 OTR
o Sapphire Black & Carnival Red with Silver Ice NEW (+£600)
o Sapphire Black
Tigers sport striking new schemes
– Tiger 850 Sport £10,095 OTR
o Graphite & Jet Black NEW
o Graphite & Diablo Red
– Tiger Sport 660 £8,945 OTR
o Snowdonia White & Jet Black NEW
o Jet Black & Graphite NEW (+£100)
o Korosi Red & Graphite
BOLD COLOUR SCHEMES FOR SPEED TRIPLE 1200 RS AND TRIDENT 660
Speed Triple 1200 RS
The ultimate performance naked sports bike is now available in three stylish colourways, including an all-new striking and dynamic Carnival Red scheme, alongside contemporary Matt Silver Ice and Sapphire Black options, all complemented by distinctive silver RS graphics.
The bright new scheme includes a Carnival Red fuel tank, headlight finisher, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl and belly pan and natural carbon front mudguard, finished with Aluminium Silver RS graphics.
Trident 660
Triumph’s sporty and agile triple-powered Trident 660 gains a striking new colour option for 2024, with a Jet Black and Triumph Racing Yellow scheme. It features the distinctive Triumph logo tank design, just like the existing Silver Ice and Diablo Red, and popular Matt Jet Black and Silver Ice options. A classic Sapphire Black option completes the four colour line-up.
The new scheme features a Jet Black fuel tank, headlight bezel and front mudguard, plus a dramatic Triumph Racing Yellow radiator cowl, rear bodywork and mudguard graphic.
SOPHISTICATED NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROCKET 3 LINE-UP
Rocket 3 R
The ultimate muscle roadster is now available in three sophisticated colour options; Matt Silver Ice, a classic Triumph Sapphire Black, and a stunning new Sapphire Black and Carnival Red scheme with Silver Ice detailing.
The new Sapphire Black fuel tank features a Carnival Red infill with a Silver Ice coachline graphic, as well as a Sapphire Black fly screen, headlight bowl, side panels, mudguard and lower radiator cowl and Matt Aluminum Silver upper radiator cowl and mudguard brackets.
Rocket 3 GT
Triumph’s world-leading Rocket 3 GT will come in two sophisticated colour options, with a metallic Sapphire Black, underlining the Rocket’s muscular presence, and the same striking new Sapphire Black and Carnival Red scheme with Silver Ice detailing that can be seen on the Rocket 3 R.
TIGERS SPORT STRIKING NEW SCHEMES
Tiger Sport 850
Triumph’s perfect road-focussed adventure all-rounder comes in two distinctive colourways with a bold Graphite and Diablo Red scheme and a sophisticated new Graphite and Jet Black option.
This features a Jet Black tank end panel, lower radiator cowl, beak and mudguard, Graphite fuel tank and seat panel and textured radiator duct exit.
Tiger Sport 660
Triumph’s award-winning and versatile triple-powered Tiger Sport 660 is available in three stylish colourways, with the sophisticated new Snowdonia White and Jet Black or Jet Black and Graphite options joining the bold and distinctive Korosi Red and Graphite scheme to complete the line-up.
The first new colourway includes a Snowdonia White fuel tank, fairing and cockpit, Jet Black rear panel, front mudguard and radiator cowl, while the second new option has a Jet Black fuel tank, cockpit fairing and rear panel, with a Graphite front mudguard and radiator cowl.
The New Speed 400 And Scrambler 400 X two all-new Triumph Modern Classics
The Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X: two all-new models joining the Triumph range in 2024.
Born into a peerless bloodline, the Speed 400 roadster joins Triumph’s most successful modern classic line-up, the Speed Twin 900 and 1200 while the Scrambler 400 X takes its rugged design cues from the Scrambler 900 and 1200, with an off-road pedigree that goes back to the first factory Scramblers of the 1950s.
Designed from the ground-up with a brand-new single engine platform at their heart, these new models are designed to deliver a fun, agile and confidence-inspiring ride for riders of all ages and experience levels.
Together, with class-leading capability, rider-focused technology and category-leading quality and detail, and with a high level of standard specification, long service intervals and a comprehensive warranty, these accessible new models represent incredible value for money and bring Triumph’s iconic style, quality and performance to a whole new generation of Triumph riders.
TRIUMPH’S ICONIC SPEED AND SCRAMBLER DESIGN DNA
Conceived and designed in Hinckley, UK, these two new additions to the modern classics line-up have been developed with the same exacting attention to detail as Triumph’s most celebrated models. They are instantly recognisable thanks to their timeless Triumph silhouettes, signature sculpted fuel tanks and classic engine profiles and have been designed to deliver all of the quality, feel and presence of their larger capacity stablemates. Traditional touches, like the distinctive finned cylinder head and traditional exhaust header clamps combine with contemporary details like the upswept silencer, bold graphics and sensitively-incorporated technology, such as concealed liquid-cooling and a flowing exhaust run with hidden primary silencer. All combining to deliver that unmistakeable Triumph modern classic style. The high-quality finish and elegant detailing continues with the trademark black powder-coated engine casings, tough gold anodised forks, high-quality paint and logo detailing which ensure the finish on these new models is premium throughout.
The Speed 400’s two-tone paint schemes, each featuring a prominent Triumph tank graphic, reflect its dynamic roadster style, with Carnival Red, Caspian Blue and Phantom Black colours available.
Accentuating the Scrambler 400 X’s all-road attitude are lots of purposeful and practical features, including protection for the headlight, radiator and sump, as well as handguards, a handlebar brace with pad and a longer front mudguard.
The Scrambler 400 X is available in three stylish and contemporary colour schemes, each featuring Triumph’s distinctive ‘Scrambler’ tank stripe and triangle badge, with Matt Khaki Green and Fusion White, Carnival Red and Phantom Black, plus Phantom Black and Silver Ice options.
Triumph Speed 400
Timeless Triumph Design DNA with Contemporary Poise:
Timeless Triumph roadster and Scrambler silhouettes
Signature sculpted tank with knee indents
Classic Triumph engine profile with triangle badge
Distinctive finned cylinder head and exhaust header clamps
Contemporary upswept silencer
Premium materials and finishes
Each available in a choice of three distinctive model-specific colour schemes
THE ALL-NEW TR-SERIES ENGINE Named to celebrate the historic Triumph ‘Trophy’ bloodline, whose roots can be traced back to the racing singles of the early twentieth century, and in particular Six Day Trial offroad competition. This all-new fuel-injected and liquid-cooled 398cc single-cylinder engine combines Triumph’s trademark modern classic style with state-of-the-art engineering to deliver class-beating performance with a responsive, fun and characterful power delivery along with an evocative, rich and distinctive exhaust note.
Technical highlights include a four-valve, DOHC cylinder head and a crankshaft that has been perfectly weighted and balanced to optimise inertia for low-speed rideability. A finger-follower valvetrain with a low reciprocating mass and DLC coatings that reduce friction also contribute to this free-revving yet tractable engine’s capacity-defying performance.
The six-speed gearbox delivers light, precise gear selection with ratios perfectly spread to make the most of this characterful and torque-rich engine.
Key features of this all-new engine include:
Class-leading 40 PS peak power and 37.5 Nm peak torque
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, exceeds Euro 5 emissions
Concealed liquid-cooling and machined cooling fins
Trademark black powder-coated engine casings
Characterful, compelling and responsive power delivery
Evocative, rich and distinctive exhaust note
Six-speed gearbox
Triumph Scrambler 400
TRIUMPH’S EASY, AGILE AND DYNAMIC CONFIDENCE-INSPIRING RIDE With ergonomics designed for optimum comfort and control, the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X benefit from a slim waistline which combines with an accessible seat height of 790mm and 835mm respectively and a low weight of 170kg / 179kg to ensure assured low-speed handling and easy feet-down manoeuvres.
Both models benefit from their own model-specific chassis set-up, with a new frame, bolt-on rear subframe and cast-aluminium swingarm paired with suspension set-ups tailored to each use case, both delivering Triumph’s famously easy, agile and dynamic handling.
The Speed 400 features large 43mm big-piston upside-down front forks, mono-shock Rear Suspension Unit with external reservoir, lightweight 17-inch wheels and roadster-specific geometry and wheelbase. Giving an engaging and intuitive ride along with a comfortable, neutral riding position that inspires confidence for riders of all sizes and skill levels. Powerful four-piston radial front brakes with a 300mm front disc and braided lines give a responsive brake feel for improved rider confidence.
The Scrambler 400 X features a longer wheelbase, longer travel suspension, larger 19-inch front wheel and wide handlebars for greater stability and control when riding on loose surfaces, as well as providing a more upright and commanding Scrambler riding position. A larger cast steel brake pedal and high-grip foot pegs that are positioned lower and wider also make for a more natural standing riding position when riding off-road, while a larger 320mm front brake disc and optimised pad compound deliver reassuringly progressive braking performance in all conditions.
Fun, Confidence-inspiring and Intuitive Feel
All-new frame with bolt-on rear subframe and cast aluminium swingarm
Model-specific Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X set-up and geometry
Slender waistline creates a more accessible seat height
Comfortable and engaging riding position for the Speed 400 with a more upright and commanding riding position for the Scrambler 400 X
Big-piston 43mm diameter upside-down front forks
Monoshock rear suspension unit with external reservoir
Optimised for solo or pillion riding with adjustable rear suspension preload
Four-piston radial caliper with braided brake lines
Longer wheelbase and more upright ergonomics for Scrambler 400 X
MODERN RIDER-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY Adding rider convenience, performance and safety, the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X share some of the latest rider-focused technology, tailored to suit each model.
Ride-by-wire throttle Bosch engine management with ride-by-wire throttle delivers a linear and intuitive throttle response with predictable power delivery for enhanced rideability, safety and control.
Traction Control and ABS
The traction control system on both models is switchable with a simple on or off selection, so the rider can quickly and easily deactivate the intervention.
Bosch dual-channel ABS delivers assured braking in all conditions for added safety and peace of mind and on the Scrambler 400 X can also be deactivated for enhanced control when riding off-road.
Stylish new dual format instruments The clean and contemporary dual format instruments feature a large analogue speedometer and integrated LCD screen which includes a digital tachometer, a fuel range remaining and a prominent gear indicator, clearly visible in all lighting conditions.
All this functionality is accessed via an intuitive easy to use handlebar-mounted scroll button, and the display is even pre-enabled to show the status of accessory fitted heated grips, if fitted. A conveniently located USB-C charging socket allows on-the-move charging of handlebar mounted devices, such as smartphones and navigation systems.
Torque-assist clutch
This ingenious system reduces clutch lever effort to reduce fatigue during stop/start riding, as well as improving rider confidence and peace of mind by preventing rear wheel locking during downshifts.
All-LED lighting Designed for performance and presence, the powerful headlight features a distinctive daytime running light with Triumph DRL signature, while the tail-light also includes a modern light signature together with moulded light guides and Triumph branding. Slim, contemporary indicators complete the package.
Factory-fitted Security
Both the Speed 400 and the Scrambler 400 X come equipped with a steering lock and an anti-theft immobiliser as standard. The transponder chip integrated into the ignition key ensures only the owner can start the engine.
Specification highlights include:
A high level of rider-focused technology to enhance performance and safety
Ride-by-wire throttle for enhance rideability, safety and control
Switchable Traction Control on both Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X
Dual-channel ABS (switchable on Scrambler 400 X for off-road use)
Torque-assist clutch
Stylish new dual format instruments
All-LED lighting
Immobiliser
BUILT TO MAKE YOUR OWN More than 25 genuine accessories are available for the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X. From styling and comfort to luggage and security, both bikes can be accessorised to suit a broad range of riders’ needs.
Owners can configure their new motorcycle in the easy-to-use online configurator or they can purchase accessories from any authorised Triumph dealer — All Triumph accessories are designed and developed hand-in-hand with the motorcycles to ensure perfect fit and function and are covered by the same two year unlimited mileage warranty.
UNBEATABLE VALUE With class-leading performance, unrivalled quality and low running costs, these exciting new modern classics represent incredible value for money.
Both the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X will be competitively priced versus the key competitors in each market, ensuring an incredibly attractive buyer proposition both in terms of overall value, but also initial purchase price.
Both models will launch in India starting from next month and will be on sale in all other markets from the start of 2024, when prices for these markets are announced.
Unbeatable value:
Extremely competitive pricing
Leading performance and quality
Class-leading 10,000 miles service interval
Two-year unlimited mileage warranty
On sale from early 2024
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine and transmission
Speed 400
Scrambler 400 X
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Type
Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Capacity
398.15 cc
Bore
89.0 mm
Stroke
64.0 mm
Compression
12:1
Maximum Power
40 PS / 39.5 bhp (29.4 kW) @ 8,000 rpm
Maximum Torque
37.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Fuel System
Bosch electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Exhaust
Stainless twin-skin header system with stainless steel silencer
A new dedicated Triumph showroom, Triumph Birmingham East, officially opens its doors on 10 June 2023, following a significant investment by owners Sutton Motorcycles.
Situated in Tamworth on Watling Street, the new dedicated dealership offers all motorcyclists a warm welcome and the chance to browse the latest models in Triumph’s 2023 line-up, as well as high quality local support, expertise and service.
Established in 1980, Sutton Motorcycles is a family business with a highly experienced team, who together, have served more than 200 years in the motorcycle industry. As a trusted and respected local dealer, Triumph Birmingham East will focus on providing excellent customer service from start to finish, for all customers looking for a new or used bike, browsing the Triumph clothing range, booking a service, or needing new parts or accessories.
Devron Boulton, Triumph UK General Manager, said, “We’re excited to open a dedicated Triumph showroom in Tamworth, creating an immersive experience for customers that will fully showcase our market leading motorcycles, products and services. Not only is there an exciting line up of new motorcycles on offer, but we are confident the team will provide outstanding customer service too.”
Matt Worley, Managing Director of Triumph Birmingham East, said, “This new showroom is the result of a huge investment and hard work across the team, and we are exceptionally pleased with the result. I’m confident that our customers will love the range of motorcycles on offer, and the opportunity to pop in, grab a coffee and chat with our staff whilst out riding.”
To celebrate the grand opening, Triumph Birmingham East is hosting a launch party on Saturday 10th June from 10am to 5pm. Open to all members of the public, attendees will be treated to food, drinks and the first 200 guests will receive a free Triumph goody bag.
Visit Triumph Birmingham East at 361 Watling Street, Wilnecote, Tamworth, B77 5AD or at www.triumphbirminghameast.co.uk. The full list of Triumph’s UK dealerships can be found here.
Iván Cervantes claims Guinness World Records title for the greatest distance on a motorcycle in 24 hours with a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer.
Iván Cervantes, 5x Enduro World Champion and Triumph Global Ambassador, has officially claimed the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for ‘The greatest distance on a motorcycle in 24 hours (individual)’.
Riding a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer on the High-Speed Ring at the Nardò Technical Center in Italy, Iván travelled more than 4012km in a 24 hour period, beating the previous record of 3406km by a huge margin of more than 600km.
The record attempt was witnessed and validated by a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS adjudicator on 30th April 2023, with a final confirmed distance of 4012.53km – a distance equivalent to travelling from London to the Great Pyramid of Giza in 24 hours!
Watch the full story of Iván’s incredible challenge
THE MAN
Iván Cervantes is a 5 times Enduro World Champion, 21 times Spanish Enduro Champion, and 5 times Spanish Motocross Champion. In July 2021, Iván was announced as one of Triumph’s new Off-Road ambassadors, helping to develop the upcoming range of motocross and enduro bikes.
Since joining the Triumph team, Iván has seen great success in riding and competing on Triumph adventure motorcycles, sealing wins at the Baja Aragón, 1000 Dunas Raid, and Basella Maxi-Trail Race.
In preparation for the record attempt, in addition to intensive physical training on his own Tiger 1200 Rally Pro, Iván began carefully planning his nutrition and sleep strategy, in partnership with Professor Andrew Bagshaw at the University of Birmingham.
THE MOTORCYCLE
The motorcycle used for the attempt was a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer, chosen at random from the production line at Triumph’s factory in Hinckley, UK. No special modifications were made to the bike, other than completing the recommended running in and first service schedule before the attempt was undertaken.
The Tiger 1200 family has been designed to deliver the ultimate in adventure bike touring capability, with exceptional comfort and unbeatable character. For the record attempt, features such as the 30 litre fuel tank and excellent wind protection were invaluable in ensuring Iván could continue riding, whatever challenges he encountered along the way.
Heated grips and seats provided additional comfort during the cold early-morning hours and unexpected downpours of rain, while the powerful T-Plane triple engine and advanced electronics provided effortless power and control. High-intensity LED lights ensured Iván always had exceptional visibility when riding, even in the complete darkness of the remote testing facility at Nardò.
Underlining the excellent performance and reliability of the Tiger 1200, the only maintenance required on the bike was a single, planned tyre change half way through the attempt, where the standard fit Metzeler TOURANCE™ Next tyres were refreshed as the rain started and night began to fall.
THE RECORD
The existing GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title of 3406.17km was achieved by American Carl Reese on 26th February 2017, recording an average speed over 24 hours of 141.9km/h.
Riding consistently at speeds of over 200km/h at the Nardò Technical Center in Italy, Iván surpassed the existing record with an incredible 5 hours to spare in the 24 hour window. Not content to simply beat the record, he set his sights on defining a new benchmark for this challenge – 4000km.
In the 5 hours that followed, he proceeded to ride a further 606km – essentially matching the existing record then continuing to ride the equivalent of the width of France in addition.
The record attempt was witnessed by an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS adjudicator, who validated the final distance travelled in 24 hours as 4012.53km, with an average speed of 167.79km/h.
KEY FACTS
Attempt duration: 24 hours
Total distance travelled: 53km
Location: High Speed Ring, Nardò Technical Center, Italy
Length of one lap: 649km
Number of laps: 317
Riding speed: Over 200km/h
Average speed over 24 hours: 79km/h
Number of pitstops: 18
Litres of fuel used: 520
Number of tyre changes: 1
Hours of sleep: 0
QUOTES Iván Cervantes – ‘The Tiger 1200 GT Explorer was the perfect bike for this attempt. It’s very comfortable to ride for a long time. For sure, the hardest part was the weather, because it started to rain, but this bike has a very big screen and excellent protection, which helped me a lot. It is a very special bike for me. It’s not easy to ride for 24 hours in a row but, in the end, the record is mine with this amazing bike!’
Nick Bloor, CEO, Triumph Motorcycles – ‘Iván’s achievement in taking the Guinness World Records title on the Tiger 1200 is simply incredible! His determination and perseverance have led him not only to beat the existing record, but to add almost 20% to the distance travelled in 24 hours. An outstanding effort, and one that everyone at Triumph is incredibly proud to have supported.’
Victor Fenes, Official Adjudicator, Guinness World Records – ‘I am truly humbled to have witnessed Iván Cervantes’s awe-inspiring achievement of setting the Guinness World Records title for the Greatest distance on a motorcycle in 24 hours (individual). Iván’s unwavering dedication and Triumph’s support embody the values we hold dear at Guinness World Records. It is a true testament to the indomitable spirit of human determination and the pursuit of greatness.’
Special thanks to our partners, without whom this attempt would not have been possible:
Many thanks to Triumph UK I spent three weeks with this beautiful machine which culminated with The Distinguished Gentlemans Ride in West Sussex.
As it come down the ramp my first impression is it’s a well made, beautiful looking and throaty sounding modern classic bike, here my quick review.
The Triumph Thruxton has been an iconic motorcycle since its first release in the 60’s. The Thruxton was named after the famous Thruxton Circuit, where Triumph had a lot of success. Fast forward to today, and the latest version of the Thruxton, the RS, is a modern classic that pays homage to its rich history while incorporating the latest technology and engineering.
The Thruxton RS is powered by a 1200cc parallel-twin engine that produces 103 horsepower, this engine is mated to a six-speed transmission and is capable of reaching a stated top speed of 140 mph.
The Thruxton RS has a classic design that is inspired by the original Thruxton café racer. It features a low-slung café racer-style seat (no pillion), a classic round headlight, and a sleek fuel tank. The bike also features a modern digital instrument cluster, LED lighting, and a single-sided swingarm.
The engine is ready to unleash its power whenever you command it to do so and the sporty suspension setup further enhances the riding experience, especially along the tricky bends. The rear Ohlins dampers are adjustable and combined with the front Showa forks, the bike delivers quite a planted ride on uneven surfaces despite its suspension being oriented towards athletic characteristics.
The Thruxton RS is equipped with a range of modern features that make it a great choice for riders who want a classic look with modern performance. Suffice to say that Thruxton RS would be easy to manage in the dense city areas, but it is on the highways where it truly shines. The bike also has a range of rider aids, including ABS, and a traction control system.
The Thruxton RS is a great choice for riders who want a powerful and stylish motorcycle. Its classic café racer styling is sure to turn heads, while its modern features and powerful engine make it a great choice for both experienced and novice riders. With its combination of power and style, the Triumph Thruxton RS is sure to be a hit with riders of all levels.
My Conclusion
Overall, the Triumph Thruxton RS ticks all the vital boxes and delivers great value for its price which may seem a bit on the higher side to some, but the flawless finishing and the fun riding experience make up for it.
As for the riding experience, the Thruxton RS combines the best of both aggressive riding experience and traditional café racer goodness. If you’re looking for a classic cafe racer look with modern features, then the Thruxton RS is an obvious choice.
Like with the Triumph Bobber this is a naked bike so once you take it above say 50 mph you will get buffeted about. You could invest in their Dolphin fairing but personally I think it ruins the looks but each to their own.
The Triumph Thruxton RS is now officially my 2nd favourite modern classic coming in a very close 2nd to the Triumph Bonneville Bobber.
Thanks to Ells from Ride and Rest for his insta 360 footage whilst in the DGR
As earlier stated I took part in the The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride in West Sussex for the first time. To be perfectly honest I’m not a group rider more of a solo rider, I like to go at my own pace so I was apprehensive at taking part in the DGR. I have to say I really enjoyed the ride everyone was courteous, no overtaking at speed etc. My only issue on the ride with Thruxton was there was a lot of stop and start due to traffic and found the bike was getting quite hot.
Helmet worn on the DGR and in test kindly supplied by AGV UK and Bell Helmets UK Jacket, Armoured Jeans, Gloves and Boots worn in test kindly supplied by rst-moto.com/ Bluetooth Alarmed Disc Lock used while storing bike kindly supplied by Xena Security Motorcycle iPhone Mount with Vibration Damper Supplied by Quad Lock
Celebrating 10 Years Of Triumph And The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride With The Launch of a Stunning New Bonneville T120 Black DGR Limited Edition.
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) unites hundreds of thousands of classic and vintage style motorcycle fans all over the world to raise funds and awareness for men’s health. Founded in Sydney Australia in 2012, the DGR was created by Mark Hawwa as a wonderful new way to bring together motorcycle enthusiasts, focused on a common cause for good. Growing year on year, today the DGR spans the world with more than 90,000 riders taking to the streets in more than 800 cities, with more than $37m USD raised for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health to date.
Triumph became the official motorcycle partner of the DGR from 2014, bringing a commitment to increase awareness, grow participation and ultimately increase fundraising in support of this worthy cause. Everyone involved at Triumph is proud to have played a key role, in collaboration with Mark Hawwa and his team, in growing this incredible community. From providing financial support and resources that have helped to raise the profile of the DGR globally, to rewarding its participants, sharing the passion and drive that has made the DGR the world’s largest on-road charity motorcycling event.
One of Triumph’s most significant contributions has been in growing awareness and motivating fundraisers around the world, by providing motorcycles from Triumph’s Modern Classic range as rewards for the top fundraisers. In previous years this has included unique motorcycles, such as a one-of-a-kind Triumph Thruxton RS DGR Edition and a custom ‘1959 Legends’ Triumph Bonneville T120 and matching Gibson Les Paul Standard guitar, awarded to the 2022 ride’s highest fundraiser as part of a collaboration between Triumph and Gibson.
2023 marks the 10th year of this incredible partnership and represents a huge milestone for Triumph and the DGR. To celebrate this landmark anniversary and help make the 2023 DGR event the biggest and most successful to date, Triumph have created 250 exclusive new Bonneville T120 Black Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Limited Edition motorcycles.
Designed with a stylish DGR metallic black and white paint scheme, featuring official DGR branding with a custom logo on the tank and side panels, gold detailing and distinctive brown seat, each one comes with a numbered certificate, signed by DGR founder Mark Hawwa and Triumph CEO Nick Bloor – with edition 001 being presented to the highest fundraised for the 2023 ride.
Additionally in our 10th year, we are thrilled to strengthen our relationship further by becoming an official clothing partner of the DGR, with an all-new limited edition range of lifestyle clothing to celebrate the DGR, created to raise additional funds for men’s health.
The entire Triumph community, from our network of dealers and fans across the world, to our staff, designers and engineers are committed to continue to grow the reach and impact of the DGR in support of this incredible cause for good.
Together we will make 2023 the biggest and most successful DGR yet.
DGR founder Mark Hawwa “If anyone had said 10 years ago that we’d be celebrating a decade of partnership with Triumph Motorcycles, I would have laughed. That first year of signing with Triumph has always been a highlight for me. It felt exciting, and that excitement still carries on every year. Triumph has become like a family to me and to The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. They are passionate about getting classic styled bikes out for a ride and using the machines we love to make a positive impact for our cause. That excitement and passion has now been brought together in a product that speaks to our journey together. We are beyond proud to release the Bonneville T120 Black Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Limited Edition motorcycle, to celebrate what we have achieved together, and to continue doing more of what we love.”
TRIUMPH Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stroud “We are delighted to be celebrating the 10th-year anniversary of our unique relationship with the DGR, which is an incredibly important partnership for Triumph and the thousands of Triumph DGR fans across the world. From the beginning it was clear that the DGR and Triumph was a perfect fit, with a shared passion for motorcycles, style and riding for the people you love, something that is much more than sponsorship. Everyone involved over the last decade of the DGR, from the Triumph and DGR teams, to our dealers, the army of DGR organisers and ride hosts, and the legions of riders who passionately support this wonderful event and cause should be justifiably proud of the impact their efforts have had. With the launch of the new DGR edition of our Bonneville T120 Black our ambition is to mark this wonderful occasion with something truly special, that for me epitomises the spirit of the DGR and delivers a new way to delight riders and celebrate this incredible cause.
NEW 2023 TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE T120 BLACK DGR LIMITED EDITION
With just 250 available worldwide, this stunning and unique limited edition of Triumph’s most iconic motorcycle has been created to celebrate the landmark 10 year anniversary of the partnership between Triumph and the DGR, to help make the 2023 DGR the biggest and most successful to date.
BEAUTIFUL
Stylish and unique custom Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride edition paint scheme.
Sophisticated monochrome metallic Phantom Black and Crystal White two-tone paint scheme follows a distinctive ‘dress suit’ inspired design, drawing inspiration from ‘dressing dapper’ for dinner.
Beautiful gold fuel tank stripe detailing and hand-painted gold pinstriping on the side panels, inspired by the DGR’s dapper clothing and accessory style, such as the classic gold pocket watch or tie-pin.
Custom DGR 2023 gold script logo featured prominently on the fuel tank and side panels.
Elegant brown stitched bench seat with pillion strap, enhancing the vintage custom look.
EXCLUSIVE
Limited to just 250 DGR edition motorcycles worldwide.
Each bike coming with a collector edition numbered certificate of authenticity featuring the motorcycle’s VIN reference and DGR edition number, hand signed by the DGR’s Mark Hawwa and Triumph’s Nick Bloor.
Edition number 001 will be presented to the highest fundraised for the 2023 DGR.
CAPABLE
All of the latest generation Bonneville T120 Black’s specification, with its significantly enhanced handling, high specification Brembo brakes and rider technology.
THE BONNEVILLE T120 BLACK – TIMELESS, CAPABLE, BEAUTIFUL
Significantly updated in 2021, the definitive British motorcycle icon takes its torque-rich 1200cc twin performance, sophisticated set up and beautiful Bonneville DNA to an all-new level, setting a new benchmark for timeless character and easy riding capability. With a significantly enhanced handling set-up, courtesy of a major 7kg weight saving over the previous generation, new lightweight aluminium wheel rims and new higher specification Brembo brakes, plus new rider technology, including cruise control and enhanced riding modes and an even more responsive throttle, the Bonneville legend continues.
Engine and performance
The engine of the T120 Black is Triumph’s signature 1200cc, high-torque British twin, which has been developed for an even better riding experience. The latest-generation T120’s engine mass has been reduced significantly through the use of a lighter crankshaft. Together with an optimised clutch and balancer shafts this has also reduced inertia, which provides the new generation with a notably more immediate and responsive throttle. The T120 has been specifically tuned to deliver high torque, from low down in the rev range all the way through the mid-range, giving exhilarating performance throughout. The 1200 twin engine delivers 105 Nm of peak torque at a very low 3500 rpm and its power peaks 80 PS at 6,550 rpm. With its sensitively designed liquid cooling system, the engine exceeds EURO 5 requirements, giving lower emissions than the previous generation and excellent fuel economy.
The T120 Black comes with a very high service interval of 10,000 miles or 16,000 kilometres helping to keep the ongoing cost of ownership low.
Handling The trademark confidence-inspiring ride of the T120 has been enhanced with a 7kg weight saving over the previous generation. The aluminium wheel rims (18’’ X 2.75’’ on the front and 17’’ X 4.25’’ on the rear) give a major reduction in unsprung weight and inertia, making the new T120 more agile and manoeuvrable when riding, and also when you’re moving the bike around at standstill.
The braking system has high specification Brembo front brakes, with a twin disc set-up and 2 piston sliding calipers giving excellent stopping power and improved feel. Safety and control have also been maximised thanks to Triumph’s latest generation ABS and switchable traction control.
The combination of weight saving, new wheels and higher specification brake set-up makes the latest-generation T120 the best handling Bonneville T120 ever.
Rider Technology
The Bonneville T120 Black comes high specification technology, with cruise control fitted as standard along with enhanced riding modes.
The cruise control is set via a dedicated button on the handlebar, making it extremely user friendly for the rider as well as the selection of the riding modes. The rider can select between the Rain and Road riding modes, which will adapt the behaviour of the bike to the riding conditions.
Other high spec rider focussed technology fitted as standard include a torque-assist clutch, which reduces rider fatigue in heavy traffic or on longer journeys, an engine immobiliser incorporated into the key, a handy under-seat USB charging socket and internal wiring ready to plug in the accessory fit heated grips.
The headlight incorporates a distinctive LED daytime running light, where market legislation permits, which makes it easier for the bike to seen by other road users.
Style The unmistakeable Bonneville silhouette is enhanced by touches that blend the T120’s iconic style with Triumph’s latest premium features.
The twin clock set-up has a premium 3D dial face with Bonneville branding and traditional typeface and colours. The multi-functional digital display provides the rider with all necessary information, such as riding mode settings, cruise control status, gear position indicator and much more, and it is all controlled through the intuitive and easily accessible scroll button mounted on the handlebar.
The iconic sculpted Bonneville tank with knee pads carries a 3-bar heritage chromed metal badge, adding a distinctive styling touch to the already unmistakeable T120 design.
The mean and moody Bonneville T120 Black features a host of premium blacked-out styling details and components, including wheel rims, grab rail, engine covers, mirrors, headlamp bezel, indicators, and exhaust.
And more than 100 genuine Triumph accessories are available for the T120 range, enabling riders to personalise their motorcycles.
I must admit, the first impression of seeing the new Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR online when it was launched last year didn’t impress me. The headlight and the front fairing just didn’t do it for me. Seeing that the launch was very track-focused left me even less interested as that’s not the kind of riding I do.
However, when asked if I’d like to test it for a few days I jumped at the chance. Who wouldn’t? I knew it was a fast, high-performance motorcycle and I was keen to see for myself just how justified all the hype around it was.
It was delivered to my house one February morning, the clouds were dark and hanging low and there was rain in the air. The roads were wet and I wasn’t keen to get out on the bike in such conditions. So we spent some time getting to know each other in the garage instead. Whilst the headlight and the front end still didn’t make me stare at it in awe, I sure was smitten by the rest of the bike.
The Crystal White colour is stunning and really works well with the contrasting black frame and carbon fibre components and I really like the shiny speckles added to the paintwork. It almost shimmers in a certain light, especially when a ray of sunshine broke through the cloud when I finally took it out.
Every detail on the bike is well designed. From the smart branding to the pegs and the single-sided swingarm, it all fits together pleasantly on the eye. After a while of having the bike in the garage and riding it, I even started to like the headlight and the fairing around it. I had to admit it’s grown on me.
The LED bright display is tucked under the front screen, it seems slightly on the small side (5”) but once you’re on the bike and riding, the display is well arranged and clear to see. I did spend some time figuring out how to display general information such as total miles on the bike. There are many buttons on each side of the handlebars so I spent some time getting familiar with them.
When I eventually went for a ride I felt a bit intimidated to start with. Partly because the tires fitted to the bike were Pirelli Supercorsas with hardly any grip, partly because of the very aggressive riding position and partly because it’s a 1200 cc sportsbike with 177 bhp which is way more than you need to legally ride on public roads.
The tyres worried me because this was February, the roads had several layers of grit and grease on them and I knew I had to be careful when leaning the bike into a corner.
So I gingerly set off, adjusting my brain to the new riding position. The clip-on handlebars are fairly comfortable and your knees are not exactly around your ears but it is still an aggressive riding position. The seat feels soft and squidgy to the touch but after 20 minutes of riding the bike I sure felt it in my back and my backside.
It didn’t help that I was wearing layers of clothing as the temperature hovered around 5 degrees Celsius and that made the sporty riding position a bit uncomfortable.
Still, I must admit, it put a huge smile on my face as soon as we had gotten comfortable with each other. For the first ride, I opted for a dual carriageway to Chester and a city bimble to meet a friend for lunch on the riverbank. The bike sat happily on the A55 cruising at 70 mph and even the wind wasn’t a problem. The cruise control helps keep the speed steady and it gives your wrist a break, too.
Once we hit the city traffic it rumbled patiently at the lights and stayed at the speed limit running smoothly. The quick shifter worked brilliantly even at low revs. It sure turned a few heads as I parked by the river and enjoyed a delicious lunch.
The bike is keyless and as I’m not used to this, it felt odd at first to walk away without having to remove the keys from the ignition. It took a bit of getting used to working out how to lock the steering. A few days later I spent a good few minutes trying to unlock the steering in a car park and get the engine started, much to the amusement of the elderly couple sitting in their car watching me.
Feeling happier and more confident on the bike, the next ride was a slightly more spirited on one of the wonderful winding roads of the less populated Welsh countryside. The good side of a mid-week February ride means there aren’t many cars around and definitely no bikes so the roads I wanted to ride were quiet. The bike sounds wonderful when you open the throttle and the quick shifter changes the gears up or down so smoothly. Riding into a corner is easy, the bike leans effortlessly and makes you feel faster than you actually are. Or at least that was the case for me.
With the roads greasy I kept the bike in the rain mode. There are 5 riding modes, rain, road, sport, track and rider. The bike is really light and low, too. It weighs less than 200 kg when fully filled up and I can reach the floor easily with my feet flat on the ground. All this means the bike is easy to manoeuvre when stationary, in the garage or when parking in an awkward space.
What a brilliant bike if you are looking for a spirited ride or a road legal track day toy so you can ride there and back, too. It turns heads everywhere you go and it’s a great conversation starter. A capable bike that can be sensible on the road, too. And if you are wondering, I have taken to that retro round headlight and fairing after being around it for over two weeks.
Motorcycle kindly supplied by Triumph UK, for more information on Triumph Motorcycles UK visit triumphmotorcycles.co.uk/
Triumph on Tour will give riders across the UK the chance to put the latest bikes in Triumph’s 2023 line-up to the test, on exciting local routes.
The tour will be visiting fifteen dealers from Saturday 18th March until Saturday 29th July. Customers can sign up to one of six riding sessions taking place throughout each day, accompanied by Triumph’s expert team who are on hand to help riders get the most out of the bike.
This will be one of the first opportunities customers have to ride the limited-edition Chrome Collection and the all-new Street Triple family. Dealers will be on hand to answer questions and ensure customers have the ultimate test ride experience. Subject to availability other models on the tour include the Tiger family, Speed Triple 1200, Trident 660, Speed Twin 900 and Rocket 3 R.
Devron Boulton, General Manager of Triumph GB said: “The tour is a fantastic opportunity for customers to try out a wider range of our newest models. Each dealer has chosen a bespoke fleet to boost their existing range of demo bikes, making it even easier for customers to ride their bike of choice”.
The bikes will be visiting the dealerships on the following dates:
Triumph Motorcycles’ TE-1 Wins “Electric Motorbike of The Year” AT GQ Car Awards.
Triumph Motorcycles’ prototype TE-1 has won the “Electric Motorbike of the Year” award at the 2023 GQ Car Awards.
Paul Henderson, one of the judges said: “With a 0–60mph time of 3.6 seconds, top speed of 135mph, a 100-mile range on a single charge, and a 0-to-80 per cent charge time of just 20 minutes, Triumph’s first fully electric prototype has exceeded all expectations to set new standards in the sector. Triumph says they have no plans to put the TE-1 into production, but the technological advances, battery development and electronic breakthroughs will all feature in the British motorcycle brand’s next gen (or should that be first gen) production EV. In other words, the best is yet to come.”
Steve Sargent, Chief Product Officer at Triumph Motorcycles, said: “We are delighted to have our efforts in developing an exciting, high performance electric motorcycle recognised at the GQ Car Awards. There are significant challenges in bringing electric motorcycles to the mass market, but the TE-1 is a crucial step towards Triumph’s development and understanding of electric vehicle technology.” The bike is a product of a unique collaboration between Triumph Motorcycles, Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain Ltd, and WMG at the University of Warwick – and was funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles through Innovate UK. It was set up to serve as an educational tool to allow Triumph to research into potential future electric motorcycles. TE-1 underwent four phases in its two-year development, reaching completion in July 2022.
With a throttle action and torque delivery map directly engineered from a Speed Triple 1200 RS, the track testing and dynamic rider assessments of the TE-1 prototype demonstrator deliver a level of handling that matches Triumph’s current triple cylinder internal combustion sports performance motorcycles.
Daytona 200 champion racer Brandon Paasch participated in the final testing phase, both in engine performance evaluation and also with the final set-up of the prototype through track testing. “The throttle response on the TE-1 is kind of incredible, it’s very torquey and when you first touch the throttle it’s instant power, which is obviously what I love as a motorcycle racer – I love when it’s super-torquey and picks up right away, so for me it was a really great experience” said Brandon. “I got to peg this thing all the way from zero to 100% throttle and it’s unbelievably quick, it pulls like crazy.”
Triumph Motorcycles is proud to collaborate with the market leaders in rider footwear for 2023. The collection consists of 6 pairs of boots:
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – TOUCAN GORE-TEX® BOOT
A technical and durable touring boot brimming with intelligent design features, the Alpinestars Toucan Gore-Tex Boots are ideally suited to long days in the saddle. With 100% weatherproofing provided by a GTX liner, integrated protection systems and superb comfort and flexibility features, the Toucan Boots are indispensable for rugged roads. The Toucan’s unique buckle design is pulled straight from Alpinestars dirt boots and helps to shed dirt and mud while maintaining a low profile to minimize the likelihood of damage to the buckle or your bike.
Toucan
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – COROZAL DRYSTAR® BOOT
A premium, multi-material adventure touring boot, the Corozal Adventure is packed with class-leading protective features, such as an advanced polymer shin-plate and innovative lateral ankle protection with supporting biomechanical link between the upper boot and lower foot structure. Every component on this boot is designed for weight-saving and performance regardless of the weather or terrain, from the integrated DRYSTAR® breathable membrane to its advanced microfibre and suede chassis.
Corozal
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – BELIZE DRYSTAR® BOOT
A sports touring boot that incorporates Alpinestars DRYSTAR® waterproof membrane under its leather and advanced microfibre chassis, the Belize Boot is designed to offer flexibility and comfort on the toughest of trails. Featuring a new lateral ankle closure and an innovative flexi-blade system, the lowcut boot features Alpinestars exclusive vulcanised rubber for grip and control on the bike’s footpegs.
Belize
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – SMX-6 V2 PERFORMANCE RIDING BOOT
A track and street performance riding boot which incorporates a newly designed upper for flexibility, the SMX-6 V2 is superbly anatomically profiled, packed with innovative features and has the latest advancements in Alpinestars’ performance footwear design and development. Every component on the CE certified SMX-6 V2 has been carefully designed to give riders a crucial performance edge in the form of protection innovations, improved ergonomics and comfort features.
SMX-6 V2
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – FASTER-3 RIDEKNIT SHOE
Featuring new performance innovations adapted from decades of R&D experience in the highest level of motorsports, the Faster-3 Shoe utilises a seamless knitted construction to create a riding shoe that is extremely lightweight and breathable, also boasting class-leading protective features, both inside and outside.
Faster-3
TRIUMPH X ALPINESTARS® – J-6 WATERPROOF RIDING SHOE
A riding shoe that looks like a sneaker, the J-6 Waterproof Shoe has all the safety features of a motorcycle boot. Constructed from a luxurious and high quality leather, the shoe has a waterproof membrane and an advanced rubber sole for maximum durability and grip. It is also equipped with inner ankle and heel protection to provide cushioning and impact absorption. CE-approved, this shoe is perfect on the bike and for everyday use.
J-6 Waterproof Shoe
The collection is now available to shop online and in dealerships.
The new Street Triple 765 R and RS will be on display in Triumph dealerships between 25th January and 19th March 2023.
The new Street Triple 765 display from Triumph Motorcycles begins a nationwide dealership tour this week, in advance of the official release in dealerships in mid-March. Stopping for just a couple of days at each dealership, the Street Triple 765 Showcase gives customers the chance to see both the Street Triple 765 R and RS up close.
The RS will be displayed on a special tilted stand for knee-down photo opportunities worthy of Augusto Fernandez.
Dealers will be on hand to answer questions about what is one of the most eagerly anticipated bikes of the year, and customers can familiarise themselves with the enhanced ergonomics of the most powerful and poised Street Triple 765 line-up ever.
Devron Boulton, General Manager of Triumph GB said “We’ve seen huge interest in the new bikes. Indeed, the Street Triple 765 Moto2TMEdition has already completely sold out in the UK, so if you are interested in the new Street Triple range, we would encourage you to head down to your participating dealership and place a deposit to secure one of the first R or RS models in the country. The Street Triple Showcase is a chance to view our new Street Triple 765 range in the flesh before its official release to dealerships, and who doesn’t want to snap a selfie as you hit the perfect apex.”
Major updates to the Street Triple R make this the new definitive streetfighter, while a new Street Triple RS sets a whole new benchmark for performance naked sports.
Developed from the Moto2™ race engine programme resulting in a significant step up in performance, the R model has increased power, torque and performance making it a great introductory model to the collection with its competitive price point, while still delivering 120PS in its significantly upgraded triple engine. The RS model boasts an improved chassis and highest ever specification Brembo Stylema brakes as well as an additional track riding mode and category-leading peak power of 130PS making it the most powerful Street Triple to date, with the updated ergonomics and features to match.
Prices start at £9,595 for the R, just £100 more than the previous model, and £11,295 for the RS.
The bikes will be visiting the dealerships on the following dates:
Triumph introduces new exciting and sophisticated colour schemes across the iconic Roadster and Rocket line-ups for model year 2023, all available to order now.
Striking colour schemes across the Roadster range
Speed Triple 1200 RS
Matt Baja Orange NEW
Matt Silver Ice
Sapphire Black
Street Triple 765 RS
Carbon Black NEW
Street Triple 765 R
Matt Carbon Black NEW
Trident 660
Matt Baja Orange & Matt Storm Grey NEW
Silver Ice and Diablo Red
Matt Jet Black and Silver Ice
Sapphire Black
Sophisticated colour schemes across the Rocket models
Rocket 3 R
Matt Silver Ice NEW
Silver Ice and Cranberry Red
Phantom Black
Rocket 3 GT
Carnival Red & Sapphire Black NEW
Sapphire Black NEW
NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROADSTER LINE-UP
Introducing for model year 2023, new colour options for the Speed Triple 1200 RS, Street Triple 765 RS and R, and Trident 660, developed following customer demand for more striking and exciting colours across Triumph’s game-changing performance naked line-up.
Speed Triple 1200 RS
For model year 2023, the ultimate performance naked sports bike, the Speed Triple 1200 RS, now comes in three colours, including the sophisticated Matt Silver Ice and Sapphire Black options, plus an all-new striking and dynamic Matt Baja Orange, complemented by distinctive Silver Ice and Graphite ‘RS’ graphics.
The new Matt Baja Orange colour is featured on the tank, side panels, headlight finisher, rear bodywork, seat cowl and belly pan, while the carbon fibre front mudguard underlines the Speed Triple’s sporty character and attitude.
Street Triple 765 RS and R
For model year 2023, the category benchmark-setting Street Triple RS is now available in an all-new mean and moody Carbon Black scheme across the tank, front mudguard, fly screen, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl, belly pan and radiator guard. The scheme also features unique Bronze wheels and a distinctive Bronze and Jet Black graphics design, adding a premium and sporty touch to the Street Triple RS’s new look.
Triumph’s definitive street fighter, the Street Triple R, is also available for model year 2023 in a stealthy new Matt Carbon Black scheme, enriched with a stylish and refined Metallic Grey graphics design. The Matt Carbon Black paint scheme features on the tank, front mudguard, fly screen, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl and radiator guard.
Trident 660
Triumph’s sporty and agile triple-powered Trident 660 comes, for model year 2023, in four colour options, including a sophisticated Sapphire Black, plus the stylish and distinctive Silver Ice, and the Matt Jet Black scheme, both featuring the contemporary Triumph logo tank graphics, and introducing for the first time, a striking new Matt Baja Orange scheme.
The bold and exciting new Matt Baja Orange scheme features a Matt Baja Orange tank and front mudguard, Storm Grey Triumph logo tank graphics, Matt Storm Grey radiator cowl and rear bodywork and a Jet Black headlight bezel.
SOPHISTICATED NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROCKET LINE-UP
Rocket 3 R
For model year 2023, Triumph’s world-leading Rocket 3 R, the ultimate muscle roadster, comes in three colours, including a sophisticated Phantom Black, a stylish Silver Ice and Cranberry Red scheme, and a stunning new Matt Silver Ice option. This new scheme features Matt Silver Ice fuel tank, front mudguard and rear bodywork together with Jet Black side panels, headlight bowls, fly screen and radiator cowls.
Rocket 3 GT
Triumph’s incredible Rocket 3 GT comes in two new colour schemes: a sophisticated new Sapphire Black, and stunning new Carnival Red and Sapphire Black scheme, with hand-painted silver coach line detailing.
The sophisticated new Carnival Red and Sapphire Black scheme features a Carnival Red tank, front mudguard and rear bodywork, premium hand-painted silver coach lining and Sapphire Black side panels, fuel tank infill, headlight bowls, fly screen and radiator cowls.
Triumph introduces new exciting and sophisticated colour schemes across the iconic Roadster and Rocket line-ups for model year 2023, all available to order now.
Striking colour schemes across the Roadster range
Speed Triple 1200 RS
Matt Baja Orange NEW
Matt Silver Ice
Sapphire Black
Street Triple 765 RS
Carbon Black NEW
Street Triple 765 R
Matt Carbon Black NEW
Trident 660
Matt Baja Orange & Matt Storm Grey NEW
Silver Ice and Diablo Red
Matt Jet Black and Silver Ice
Sapphire Black
Sophisticated colour schemes across the Rocket models
Rocket 3 R
Matt Silver Ice NEW
Silver Ice and Cranberry Red
Phantom Black
Rocket 3 GT
Carnival Red & Sapphire Black NEW
Sapphire Black NEW
NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROADSTER LINE-UP
Introducing for model year 2023, new colour options for the Speed Triple 1200 RS, Street Triple 765 RS and R, and Trident 660, developed following customer demand for more striking and exciting colours across Triumph’s game-changing performance naked line-up.
Speed Triple 1200 RS
For model year 2023, the ultimate performance naked sports bike, the Speed Triple 1200 RS, now comes in three colours, including the sophisticated Matt Silver Ice and Sapphire Black options, plus an all-new striking and dynamic Matt Baja Orange, complemented by distinctive Silver Ice and Graphite ‘RS’ graphics.
The new Matt Baja Orange colour is featured on the tank, side panels, headlight finisher, rear bodywork, seat cowl and belly pan, while the carbon fibre front mudguard underlines the Speed Triple’s sporty character and attitude.
Street Triple 765 RS and R
For model year 2023, the category benchmark-setting Street Triple RS is now available in an all-new mean and moody Carbon Black scheme across the tank, front mudguard, fly screen, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl, belly pan and radiator guard. The scheme also features unique Bronze wheels and a distinctive Bronze and Jet Black graphics design, adding a premium and sporty touch to the Street Triple RS’s new look.
Triumph’s definitive street fighter, the Street Triple R, is also available for model year 2023 in a stealthy new Matt Carbon Black scheme, enriched with a stylish and refined Metallic Grey graphics design. The Matt Carbon Black paint scheme features on the tank, front mudguard, fly screen, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl and radiator guard.
Trident 660
Triumph’s sporty and agile triple-powered Trident 660 comes, for model year 2023, in four colour options, including a sophisticated Sapphire Black, plus the stylish and distinctive Silver Ice, and the Matt Jet Black scheme, both featuring the contemporary Triumph logo tank graphics, and introducing for the first time, a striking new Matt Baja Orange scheme.
The bold and exciting new Matt Baja Orange scheme features a Matt Baja Orange tank and front mudguard, Storm Grey Triumph logo tank graphics, Matt Storm Grey radiator cowl and rear bodywork and a Jet Black headlight bezel.
SOPHISTICATED NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROCKET LINE-UP
Rocket 3 R
For model year 2023, Triumph’s world-leading Rocket 3 R, the ultimate muscle roadster, comes in three colours, including a sophisticated Phantom Black, a stylish Silver Ice and Cranberry Red scheme, and a stunning new Matt Silver Ice option. This new scheme features Matt Silver Ice fuel tank, front mudguard and rear bodywork together with Jet Black side panels, headlight bowls, fly screen and radiator cowls.
Rocket 3 GT
Triumph’s incredible Rocket 3 GT comes in two new colour schemes: a sophisticated new Sapphire Black, and stunning new Carnival Red and Sapphire Black scheme, with hand-painted silver coach line detailing.
The sophisticated new Carnival Red and Sapphire Black scheme features a Carnival Red tank, front mudguard and rear bodywork, premium hand-painted silver coach lining and Sapphire Black side panels, fuel tank infill, headlight bowls, fly screen and radiator cowls.
Triumph Motorcycles & Gibson partner once again to donate three signed guitars, each with a one-of-a-kind custom painted triumph legend guitar case for the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride.
Following the passionate response to the ‘1959 Legends’ custom edition Les Paul Standard Reissue guitar and Bonneville T120 motorcycle, Triumph and Gibson have partnered once again, to provide further support for the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, in the form of three additional guitars, each signed by a famous musician, and each with a custom painted guitar case inspired by a legendary Triumph rider. The “Saints of Speed” custom guitar cases will be painted by the world-renowned guitar artist James Willis.
Gentlefolk Prize (open to participants raising over $250 USD)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ J-200 guitar, signed by American country music star Big Kenny
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by James Willis
Highest Team Triumph Global Fundraiser
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ SG Standard guitar, signed by Canadian musician Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by James Willis
Spirit of ’59 Prize (open to participants raising over $59 USD)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ 1959 Les Paul Standard guitar, signed by English rock legend, Billy Duffy of The Cult
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by James Willis
Donated to support The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, in its global charity efforts to raise awareness and funds in support of men’s mental health and prostate cancer, each of the Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ guitars pays homage to a Gibson music legend and each comes with the signature details and features that made them famous.
The custom hard case that comes with each guitar will be painted by famed Nashville guitar artist, James Willis, as part of a new “Saints of Speed” numbered series of custom cases, each commemorating a legendary Triumph rider. Willis is a multi-bike Triumph owner and will be participating in this year’s Gentleman’s Ride on his Scrambler 1200 XC motorcycle.
Further celebrating the connection between music and motorcycles, the guitars will be signed by musicians that are also passionate riders, each participating in this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ J-200 will be signed by American country music artist Big Kenny, of Big & Rich. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ SG Standard will be signed by Canadian recording artist Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’1959 Les Paul Standard will be signed by English rock musician Billy Duffy of The Cult.
These additional prizes allow the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to further support fundraising across the world by rewarding fundraisers in unique categories, including the annual Gentlefolk prize, eligible for participants which raise over $250 USD. New prize categories for 2022 will be the Spirit of ’59 category, for any rider which raises over $59 USD, and the Team Triumph prize, for the highest fundraiser that has joined the official Triumph team or a Triumph dealership’s fundraising team.
Triumph and Gibson Partnership
Inspired by the shared historic significance of the year 1959, with the legendary 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, the ‘holy-grail’ of guitars, and the equally iconic original 1959 Triumph Bonneville T120, the original British superbike and arguably the most famous name in motorcycling
Celebrating the timeless connection between music and motorcycle culture,
and the passion that Gibson and Triumph designers share for beautiful design,
precision, performance, and world-class craftsmanship
Driven from a mutual ambition to support the global charity efforts of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, uniting motorcyclists through fundraising to support men’s health
Gibson Guitars and Triumph Legends Custom Cases
Numbered “Saints of Speed” series custom guitar cases, each commemorating a legendary Triumph rider of the winner’s choosing, will be hand painted by famed Nashville guitar artist James Willis.
The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson™ J-200™ is a stunning homage to the King of the Flat-Tops – the world-famous Gibson™ SJ-200. Since its introduction in 1937 it has been the choice of “singing cowboys” like Tex Ritter and Gene Autry, as well as folk, rock and country royalty, including Emmylou Harris, Elvis, Jimmy Page, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, The Edge, and many more. Featuring a Super Jumbo non-cutaway solid figured maple body, solid Sitka spruce top, and two-piece maple neck with a mahogany centre strip, the Epiphone J-200 is built with all solid woods for outstanding tone. The visual elements have always been a big part of the J-200’s appeal, and the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson J-200 includes a Moustache™ bridge with curved block inlays, Crown headstock inlay and Graduated Crown mother of pearl fingerboard inlays, and a J-200 style pickguard with two-colour graphics.
Gibson J-200
The Epiphone SG Standard from the new Inspired by Gibson Collection, recreates the legendary 1960s classic that powered the first generation of hard rock and heavy metal bands including The Who, Cream, AC/DC, and Black Sabbath. The guitar features the historic SG profile with “batwing” pickguard, a pair of Epiphone’s Alnico Classic PRO™ humbuckers, and 18:1 ratio Epiphone Deluxe Tuners. This Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Original model also has the Kalamazoo headstock, rolled neck for a comfortable feel, GraphTech® NuBone™ nut, era-appropriate wiring, and CTS pots. Optional hardshell or EpiLite Case is available.
SG Standard
Made in partnership with the Gibson™ Custom Shop, the Limited Edition 1959Les Paul™ Standard is Epiphone’s stunning recreation of the rare vintage classic. Featuring a mahogany body with a maple top with a AAA figured maple veneer, comfortable 1959 hand-rolled neck profile with long neck tenon, aged finish, Gibson USA BurstBucker™ 2 & 3 humbucking pickups, Switchcraft® selector switch and output jack, CTS® pots, 50s era wiring, Mallory™ capacitors, non-beveled pickguard, new Epiphone Deluxe vintage tuners, and a vintage-style brown hard case. It also comes with an Epiphone Limited Edition metal medallion toggle switchplate.
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride
The 2022 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, which will take place on Sunday, May 22nd, represents a major milestone in Triumph’s sponsorship, marking 9 incredible years of support, with over 100,000 riders in over 900 cities across the world, raising over $31million USD for men’s mental health and prostate cancer awareness.
Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride
Prize Summary
Highest Global Fundraiser
‘1959 Legends’ custom edition Triumph Bonneville T120 motorcycle and GibsonLes Paul Standard Reissue guitar
Hedon x DGR Kingpin Helmet
ELF Prize Pack
2nd Highest Global Fundraiser
Triumph Thruxton RS motorcycle
Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet
ELF Prize Pack
3rd Highest Global Fundraiser
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 motorcycle
Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet
ELF Prize Pack
Gentlefolk Competition 1st Prize (open to participants raising over $250 USD)
Triumph Bonneville Bobber motorcycle
Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet
Gentlefolk Competition 2nd Prize (open to participants raising over $250 USD)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ J-200 guitar, signed by country artistBig Kenny
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by artist James Willis
Highest Team Triumph Global Fundraiser (includes Triumph Dealer fundraising teams)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ SG Standard guitar, signed by Canadian artist Clayton Bellamy
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by artist James Willis
Spirit of ’59 Prize (open to participants raising over $59 USD)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ 1959 Les Paul Standard guitar, signed by English rock legend, Billy Duffy of The Cult
Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by artist James Willis
Brandon Paasch was honoured with a commemorative plaque on Triumph’s Avenue of Legends at its global HQ and Factory Visitor Experience, Hinckley, UK, to celebrate his fantastic Daytona 200 win.
On 12th March 2022 Brandon Paasch made Triumph history by taking an outstanding win at the Daytona 200 on board the Street Triple 765 RS for the TOBC Triumph racing team. The
incredible race culminated in a thrilling victory as he drafted the competition out of the very last corner to win by just .007 seconds.
This victory represented the very first Daytona 200 win for the Street Triple 765, and once again proved the performance and reliability credentials of Triumph’s class leading sports performance middleweight, which, combined with Brandon’s outstanding skills, contributed to writing another chapter of Triumph’s iconic Daytona racing history.
This milestone is now immortalised on Triumph’s Avenue of Legends, which can be walked by every visitor to the Triumph Factory Visitor Experience.
Brandon Paasch – 2022 Daytona 200 Winner: “I am super pumped to have won the Daytona 200 for a second time, back-to-back. It’s very special for me as it’s a very short list of legendary riders who have accomplished that. Now I am aiming to become the only rider to do it three times in a row. I am very thankful to Triumph for accepting me into their Avenue of Legends. I can’t thank them enough for everything they have done for me these past two years, and I hope to have a long lasting relationship with the Triumph brand.”
Steve Sargent – Triumph Chief Product Officer: “The Avenue of Legends is a mark of respect to those inspirational people who have pushed the boundaries to help make Triumph the brand it is today, and we are delighted to welcome Brandon Paasch to that exclusive group. With his sensational win at the Daytona 200, the race after which the Triumph Daytona can trace its roots back to 1966, sealing a last corner victory by just 0.007 seconds truly earns him the Legend title”
Triumph Motorcycles is strengthening its commitment and enhancing its presence in Scotland, with a new Scottish dealership, due to open in summer 2022.
The new dealership, named West Coast Triumph Glasgow, will serve customers in Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire and along the West Coast, alongside the newly refurbished Triumph Aberdeen and Edinburgh Triumph.
All three dealers have a strong track record in delivering excellent, all-round customer service, with successful and passionate sales and aftersales teams.
Devron Boulton, Triumph UK & Ireland General Manager said: “This is great news for our customers based in the West of Scotland, who will soon have a highly respected and experienced dealer in Glasgow, dedicated to the Triumph brand. The addition of West Coast Triumph Glasgow to our dealer network will strengthen our presence in the north of the UK and give customers more choice and an even better experience.
All three Scottish dealers joined forces to support and represent the Triumph brand at The Scottish Motorcycle Show, that took place earlier in March.
The full list of Triumph’s UK dealerships can be found on the website: here.
Triumph Motorcycles has unveiled plans for a national test ride initiative for its recently launched middleweight sports tourer, the Tiger Sport 660 .
The tour will visit 15 Triumph dealerships located throughout the UK from the 19th March to the 18th June, and will allow riders to experience the all-new model and latest addition to the Tiger family.
Bookings are now available via the dedicated Tiger Sport 660 Tour website, free to book and on a first come first served basis. Test rides will be available for both category A and A2 motorcycle licence holders.
Each test ride will be accompanied and led by one of Triumph’s expert riders and all participants will receive a Triumph goody bag to take home.
For anyone looking to find out more about learning to ride or considering a motorcycle licence in the future can also come along to any of the tour dates. A team of dedicated instructors will be on hand to speak to you about the best way to get on two wheels, you can take a seat on a static Tiger Sport 660 and take away Triumph’s handy guide to getting on two wheels.
Devron Boulton, Triumph UK & Ireland General Manager, said: “The response to the all-new Tiger Sport 660 from critics and the public has been incredible, and there’s so much demand from riders across the UK to give it a try. That’s why we’ve launched the Tour to give as many people as possible the chance to see how much the bike can do, with guidance from our highly experienced instructors.”
List of dealerships and dates:
Triumph Birmingham West
Saturday
19th March
Staffordshire Triumph
Saturday
26th March
Triumph West Yorkshire
Saturday
2nd April
Destination Triumph Dorset
Saturday
9th April
Fowlers Motorcycles
Sunday
10th April
Woods Motorcycles
Saturday
16th April
Triumph Aberdeen
Saturday
23rd April
Suffolk Triumph
Saturday
30th April
Carl Rosner Motorcycles
Sunday
1st May
Norfolk Triumph
Saturday
7th May
Triumph Essex
Sunday
8th May
Triumph Glasgow
Saturday
4th June
Triumph West London
Saturday
11th June
Triumph North London
Sunday
12th June
A1 Moto York
Saturday
18th June
Test rides on the Tiger Sport 660 outside of the tour dates at all Triumph dealerships can be booked separately. Please contact the dealership directly to arrange a test ride during opening hours or visit the website to book online Triumph Motorcycles.
The Tiger Sport 660 was unveiled a few months ago, completing the Tiger family model range. The exciting middleweight sports tourer is an all-new motorcycle for Triumph, designed to deliver versatile and exciting performance. From the distinctive triple engine, derived from the Trident 660, to its class-leading power and specification, and its incredibly competitive price, the Tiger Sport 660 introduces a whole new dimension to a new generation of Triumph riders. Find out more on the Triumph Motorcycles website.
Introducing an exciting new partnership between Breitling and Triumph Motorcycles, with a truly unique premium limited edition of Triumph’s class-leading Speed Twin and Breitling’s distinctive Top Time watch for 2022.
Both globally renowned for their precision, quality, and style, and both innovators in their fields, Breitling has played a pioneering role in the development of the modern chronograph, matched by Triumph’s indelible impact in shaping the evolution of the motorcycle.
With a peerless heritage and an endless passion for engineering excellence, performance and beauty, this new partnership demonstrates Breitling and Triumph’s shared ambition that embraces the future with an unwavering focus on perfection in motion.
Born from a shared philosophy of bold and original design, and a flair for precision craftsmanship, these two beautiful Triumph Breitling editions bring these core values together.
TRIUMPH SPEED TWIN BREITLING LIMITED EDITION
BEAUTIFUL
Stylish and distinctive Breitling edition paint scheme, incorporating a unique
polychromatic blue colour matched to the original 1951 Triumph Thunderbird colour.
Hand painted coach line detailing
Unique premium features and finishes, including:
– bespoke instrument faces with styling cues from the watch design
– unique perforated black leather seat with stitched detailing
– branded billet machined engine detailing
PREMIUM
Higher specification fully adjustable Öhlins piggy-back twin rear suspension
units with gloss black springs, unique to the Speed Twin Breitling edition
All of the latest generation Speed Twin 2021 upgrades, including more power and higher performance, higher specification brakes, suspension and tyres, enhanced technology
and even more beautiful style and detailing
EXCLUSIVE
Limited to 270 Breitling edition motorcycles worldwide
Each bike completely unique with an individually numbered handlebar clamp
Certificate of authenticity carrying the signature of Triumph CEO Nick Bloor and Breitling
CEO Georges Kern
Opportunity to purchase a Breitling Top Time Triumph limited-edition chronograph
with a personalised matching edition number
Unique and beautiful Polychromatic Blue scheme Complementing the blue and black face of the Breitling Speed Twin edition chronometer, the beautiful Polychromatic Blue scheme of the new Breitling edition Speed Twin was inspired by the legendary blue Triumph Thunderbird 6T, as immortalised by Marlon Brando’s Triumph in the iconic 1953 biker movie ‘The Wild One’.
Colour matched using a spectrograph to an original 1950’s Triumph factory paint sample book, using a mint condition colour chip of the original Thunderbird paint option. The Polychromatic Blue is a custom mixed colour, hand masked and painted with a matching jet black stripe and Breitling script. This unique limited edition scheme is complemented by exquisite hand painted detailing applied by lead Triumph paint team artist Gary Devine, and a jet black side panel and headlamp bowl.
Premium specification This very special edition comes with higher specification fully adjustable Öhlins piggy-back twin rear suspension units, with gloss black springs, and all the latest generation Speed Twin upgrades, including more power and higher performance, higher specification brakes, suspension and tyres, enhanced technology and even more beautiful detailing.
Unique engine detailing
The Breitling limited edition Speed Twin features Billet machined aluminium clutch and alternator embellishers with a subtle dark anodised finish. Bespoke for the Breitling edition models, exquisitely machined Breitling branding provides additional distinctiveness.
Exclusive premium leather seat Perforated black leather seat with contrast grey stitching, complementing the Breitling edition watch strap, with pillowed ribbed detailing and black single stitching detail with an elegant Breitling “B” embroidered branding.
Bespoke Breitling Speed Twin instrument faces Developed in partnership with Breitling, the limited-edition motorcycle comes with beautifully unique instrument faces featuring styling cues taken from the Breitling Top Time Triumph watch dial.
Limited to 270 worldwide Strictly limited to 270 motorcycles worldwide, each Breitling edition Speed Twin is completely unique, featuring an individually numbered handlebar clamp and each of them will come with a one-of-a-kind certificate of authenticity, carrying the signature of Triumph Motorcycles’ CEO Nick Bloor and Georges Kern, CEO of Breitling. The limited number available, 270, celebrates the acclaimed Speed Twin’s 270-degree parallel twin engine. All Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition owners will also have the unique opportunity (if requested by August 22, 2022 / first ownership) to purchase their own Breitling Top Time Triumph limited-edition chronograph with a personalized matching edition number.
Breitling Top Time Triumph
BREITLING TOP TIME TRIUMPH CHRONOGRAPHS
BEAUTIFUL
An eye-catching ice-blue dial references both the Speed Twin’s Polychromatic Blue and a rare, blue-dialed Breitling Top Time from the 1970s.
PREMIUM
A high-precision chronograph for reading time, timekeeping and tracking speed. The movement is a COSC-certified chronometer, the marker of superior accuracy.
INDIVIDUAL
Two distinct versions of the Top Time Triumph chronograph released, with one reserved for Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition owners and individually numbered to match the edition number of the bike.
Breitling Top Time Triumph
Stylish design detailing
In the mid-1960s, inspired by motor-racing and café-racer culture, Willy Breitling set out to capture the speed-driven style of the day with a completely new take on the timekeeper. The result was the Breitling Top Time, an unconventional chronograph that quickly became the watch of choice for a sporty in-crowd of men and women equally drawn to the watch’s bold proportions.
Today that spirit is back in two distinct versions of the Top Time Triumph chronograph, with one reserved specifically for those who purchase a Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition. The core-collection version features an opalescent, vertically brushed dial. The owners-only version has a radiant sunray-finished dial. Speed Twin owners who place their watch order with Triumph by August 22, 2022, will have the privileged opportunity to obtain this made-to-order watch engraved with the number of their bike.
The highlight of both watch versions is the ice blue of their dials. This unique colour has, as references, both the Polychromatic Blue Triumph Thunderbird 6T from 1951 and a rare, blue-dialled Breitling Top Time Ref. 815 from the 1970s.
Breitling Top Time Triumph
Features include a subdued racing-themed calfskin leather strap that lets the hero dial shine. Breitling and Triumph logos sit subtly at 12 and 6 o’clock. Oversized mushroom pushers allow for easy control over the chronograph’s stop-start and reset functions, and a high-contrast tachymeter scale provides clear legibility of speed readings. The watches are powered by the Breitling Caliber 23, a COSC-certified chronometer with a power reserve of approximately 48 hours.
Another feature collectors will love: The watches’ casebacks are etched with a detailed design sketch of the iconic Triumph parallel twin engine. The positioning of this sketch is very deliberate. It demonstrates the deep layering of details on the motorcycles themselves, some of it only apparent to those who have the close association of ownership or a deep knowledge of the original motorcycles.
Breitling Top Time Triumph
THE NEW 2021 SPEED TWIN AN EVOLUTION IN EVERY DIMENSION
Launched in 2018, the Speed Twin set the benchmark for how a Modern Classic performance roadster should ride and feel thanks to its class-leading handling, thrilling and responsive engine, advanced rider technology and beautiful, modern custom style with category-defining premium finish and detailing.
An award-winning motorcycle, the Speed Twin has been a great success and a customer favourite. Recognised for having the power and torque of the Thruxton R in an even more accessible set up, the Speed Twin delivered the contemporary custom style and engaged ride of the Street Twin, with even more premium and beautiful details and touches.
And now the latest generation Speed Twin, significantly updated in 2021, delivers an evolution in every dimension, from power and performance, to handling, technology and style – making it the perfect combination of character, style and genuine sport performance.
High Performance
Significantly updated in 2021, the Speed Twin’s characterful 1200cc High Power Bonneville twin engine brings higher performance, as well as lower emissions, making it fully Euro 5 compliant. The engine now delivers 3PS more peak power with 100PS at 7,250rpm, plus more power in the mid-range than the previous generation.
Alongside the incredibly strong and linear power delivery, the 2021 Speed Twin also has a fuller torque curve, with peak torque of 112Nm arriving more than 500rpm lower down the rev range compared to the previous generation.
The responsiveness of the Speed Twin engine has also been enhanced vrs the previous generation, thanks to a 17% reduction in inertia obtained via a new lightweight crankshaft and alternator. These enable the engine to spin up faster than the previous generation, and rev harder for longer, with a red line now 500rpm higher than before. In addition, new high compression pistons, revised ports and a new cam profile complete the list of performance enhancements.
The distinctive sound of the Bonneville Twin is amplified by the new brushed stainless steel megaphone twin upswept sports silencers, that have been carefully crafted for a deep, throaty roar to match the Speed Twin’s legendary name. The innovative and uninterrupted exhaust header run cleverly conceals the catalyst box, delivering the characteristic clean-line “straight-run” design.
As with all models in Triumph’s Modern Classic range, the cost of ownership is kept low thanks to the high first major service interval of 10,000 miles / 16,000 kilometres.
Class leading Handling
Already acknowledged for its superb, sure-footed comfortable handling, the new generation Speed Twin benefits from a number of significant upgrades for an even more precise, agile and dynamic ride.
New for 2021, the Speed Twin comes equipped with higher specification upside down 43mm Marzocchi front forks with cartridge damping, bringing a more confidence-inspiring and comfortable ride with 120mm wheel travel. With the addition of higher specification fully adjustable Öhlins piggy-back twin rear suspension units with gloss black springs 2022 Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition comes delivers an even more precise and comfortable ride.
Further enhancing the new generation Speed Twin, braking performance is improved with new higher specification Brembo 4-piston M50 radial monobloc front brake calipers and twin 320mm Brembo discs. Alongside the Nissin 2-piston floating rear caliper with 220mm disc, and ABS fitted as standard, these deliver a stronger initial braking-bite, more feel and better fade characteristics.
Ensuring incredible grip, precision and high-speed stability, new Metzeler Racetec RR tyres are fitted as standard for the 2021 model, along with new cast aluminium wheels, 17” on both front and rear, with a lightweight 12-spoke design.
A beautifully balanced motorcycle, the Speed Twin brings an intuitive and confidence-inspiring ride. The ergonomics are perfectly proportioned with an accessible 809mm seat height, a slim stand over width, tapered handlebars and a comfortable roadster foot-peg position, which are 38mm further forward and 4mm lower than the Thruxton, providing the rider with a more relaxed riding position.
Enhanced Technology
The new generation Speed Twin is packed with rider-focused technology, including a sophisticated ride-by-wire system that ensures precise throttle control and enables three riding modes: Rain, Road and Sport. These have been enhanced for 2021, adjusting both the throttle response and traction control settings to suit the rider’s preference. The riding modes can be changed at the touch of a button while on the move, to respond to any change in riding conditions, maximising rider confidence and safety. The rider can also choose to switch the traction control off independently through the instrument menu.
The bike is also equipped with an LED rear light and indicators, and, where market legislation permits, the signature LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) is incorporated into
the headlight.
The contemporary 3D clocks incorporate a digital menu system accessed by the scroll button mounted on the handlebar. This provides the rider will all of the key information, including gear position, two trip settings, fuel level and range-to-empty, as well an average and current fuel consumption, access to traction control settings and TPMS indicator if fitted as an accessory.
Other rider focused technology includes an under-seat USB charging socket, an accessory Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and an immobiliser with transponder integrated into the premium Triumph branded key.
More Premium Style and Detailing
Incorporating Triumph’s timeless DNA with a contemporary stripped-back custom style
and poise, the new 2021 Speed Twin is even more beautiful and now comes with even
more stylish details.
In addition to the new 12 spoke cast wheels and twin upswept sporty silencers with brushed stainless-steel headers, the Speed Twin is characterised by its signature-shaped 14.5L tank with knee indents, beautiful bar end mirrors, sculpted side panels and stylish bench seat.
Premium details and finishes are harmonised across the bike, including brushed aluminium front and rear mudguards with new mounts, plus brushed aluminium side panel finishers and heel guards. Additional premium touches and details can be found in the new anodised headlamp mounts to compliment the painted headlamp bowl, classic Monza fuel cap and clear anodised aluminium swingarm.
The Genesis of a Motorcycle Icon
Changing the face of motorcycling, the original 1938 Triumph Speed Twin, with the world’s first successful parallel twin engine packaged into a game changing chassis, was a revelation to ride. Its smooth dynamic handling and superb responsive feel established Triumph as the number one motorcycle marque globally for performance and handling, setting the template for all that followed, and earning a global reputation for being the first real ‘riders’ bike’.
The new Speed Twin sets the benchmark all over again for its balance of torque-rich performance, agile and dynamic handling, and stunning contemporary custom motorcycle design and character.
Single Ø 220mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Instruments
Twin dial analogue speedometer and tachometer with LCD multi-functional displays
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Length
2099 mm
Width (Handlebars)
778 mm
Height Without Mirrors
1097 mm
Seat Height
809 mm
Wheelbase
1413 mm
Rake
22.3°
Trail
91.5 mm
Wet weight
216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 litres
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Fuel Consumption
5.1 litres / 100 km
CO2 Figures
116 g/km
Standard
EURO 5
CO2 emissions and fuel consumption data are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures for fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real driving results.
Today marks the official end of the collaboration stage of the TE-1 project, with the completion of the prototype demonstrator, which is now fully ready for the next Triumph-led stage of the project to begin – the live testing programme.
The unique collaboration between Triumph Motorcycles, Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain Ltd, and WMG at the University of Warwick funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles through Innovate UK, was set up to create ground-breaking developments in specialist electric motorcycle engineering and innovative integrated technology design.
PROJECT PHASE 3 COMPLETE
Phase 3 of the TE-1 project has now reached its completion, with the final build of the prototype demonstrator. Integrating for the first time all of the latest and final innovations from the project partner workstreams, the prototype demonstrator features:
Triumph: final chassis, including frame, rear sub-frame, cockpit, panels and wheels, final drive system including transmission and Gates Carbon belt drive, electronics, Öhlins USD cartridge forks, unique prototype Öhlins RSU, Brembo M50 monobloc calipers, and Triumph motorcycle control software
Williams Advanced Engineering: final iteration of prototype WAE battery pack incorporating dedicated cell packaging for optimum centre of gravity, vehicle control unit, DCDC converter, integrated cooling, charge port, and styled carbon covers
Integral Powertrain: final prototype powertrain with scalable integrated inverter and combined motor with silicon carbide switching technology and integrated cooling
WMG, University of Warwick: final pre-live trial simulation completed, with all results indicating that the project is on course to deliver the intended performance and durability outcomes
Key project achievements during this phase include test results that exceed current benchmarks and targets set by the UK Automotive Council for 2025, providing a platform with great potential for future development in electric motorcycle performance.
The overall objective of the TE-1 project has been focused on developing electric motorcycle capability, in order to provide an input into Triumph’s future electric motorcycle offering, driving innovation, capability, and new intellectual property, and enhancing the credibility and profile of British industry and design.
PROJECT PHASE 4 TO COMMENCE
With the completion of the prototype demonstrator, the full live testing phase of the TE-1 project can now begin (phase 4). Over the next 6 months the prototype demonstrator will undertake an extensive live testing programme within Triumph’s state-of-the-art facilities, which will encompass:
Rolling road testing – core functional assessment to include:
Throttle calibration
Powertrain performance mapping
Power and torque output
Range and battery consumption assessment
Rider mode development
Software functionality validation
Thermal optimisation
Track testing – encompassing dynamic rider assessment to include:
Handling
Acceleration
Braking and braking regeneration strategy
Traction control
Front wheel lift control
The testing programme has been designed to provide direction into the final set up and calibration of the prototype demonstrator.
PHASE 4 COMPLETION: Summer 2022
At the completion of the live testing phase, estimated to be Summer 2022, the prototype demonstrator will be updated with its final body panels and paint scheme, in preparation for active track demonstration, and media engagement. At this time, the full results of the project including the final specifications and testing outcomes will be published, as well as insights and key facts on how the TE-1 delivers on the project targets for innovation and sets new standards for the motorcycle sector overall, including final battery and range performance. This will be supported by an opportunity for the media to talk to the team, see the prototype in action on track and hear from the development test riders.
“It has been truly exciting to see the progress made during phase 3 of Project Triumph TE‑1 with the final prototype motorcycle now going into real life testing. Everyone involved at Triumph are proud to have been part of this innovative British collaboration. Personally, I am thrilled with the results we have already achieved with our partners, and the exciting preview of the potential electric future to come.” said Nick Bloor, Triumph CEO. “We look forward to continuing the ambitious and innovative work on the TE-1 demonstrator prototype through the live testing phase and sharing the outcome with Triumph fans across the world.”
PROJECT TE-1 – PHASE 3 OUTCOMES Demonstrator Prototype Triumph Motorcycles
The Triumph TE-1 team began phase 3 by successfully building an initial mule bike which incorporated the battery, inverter, motor, and chassis into one machine for the first time. Using this platform, all of the project partners worked collaboratively to optimise software integration across the complex systems, involving hundreds of hours of detailed testing to ensure the functionality of all the features and software aspects behave accurately and intuitively, as a customer would expect. This was validated in real life simulation work carried out at WMG, involving detailed powertrain rig testing and simulations to assess safety critical items relating to motor function and vehicle control. Durability testing on the primary transmission has also been conducted to ensure a full understanding of the fundamental differences in electric motor load application for vehicle use cases, efficiency, and consequences to gear life. Alongside this work, the Triumph-led design of the bespoke chassis has focused on delivering the phase 2 styling intent as closely as possible. Phase 3 of the project is now complete with the fully assembled TE-1 demonstrator prototype, the photographs of which are revealed for the first time today.
Steve Sargent, Triumph’s Chief Product Officer said “During phase 3 we have focused on building the physical foundation of Triumph’s first electric prototype motorcycle. I am pleased with the outcome of Triumph and the TE-1 partners’ efforts in creating a demonstrator bike that is not only visually so desirable with clear Triumph DNA, but also packaged with an exhilarating and thrilling brand-new electric powertrain that has such potential for the future. I look forward to continuing the development of this demonstrator vehicle through phase 4 and using our knowledge and capabilities to bring all of the partners’ cutting-edge technology together into a final result which will guide Triumph’s electric strategy for the future. Our experience tells us that at this stage of a project there is no substitute to genuinely riding a bike when developing driveability, handling and character, and we have ambitious targets focused on delivering a riding experience that is new and exciting, but ultimately intuitive and familiar. I am really looking forward to my first opportunity to ride the completed prototype.”
Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE)
Following completion of Phase 2 of the programme in March 2021, which delivered a fully bench tested battery, Williams Advanced Engineering have now concluded work on Phase 3 which contained some critical gateways for the project.
In addition to supporting a number of hardware and software solutions; specifically integrating Triumph’s motorcycle control software to work in harmony with WAE’s controller and battery management system, the team have enhanced the integration of the mechanical and electrical solutions; optimising battery layout to balance mass and positioning within the chassis.
The demonstrator bike is now undergoing final battery level validation and calibration to ensure the performance results meet best-in-class power and energy density targets and for the rider, ensuring there is no compromise in performance at low levels of charge.
“Following an extended period of testing, we are thrilled to finally see the results of our work on a physical bike. By working with the team at Triumph, we have continued to push the boundaries of battery technology, keeping the rider in mind at all times” said Dyrr Ardash, Head of Strategic Partnerships, Williams Advanced Engineering “Because we have designed the battery from the ground-up, design has not been compromised and we have been able to push the boundaries of current technology, offering both performance and all important, range”.
Integral Powertrain Ltd.’s e-Drive Division
“We are absolutely delighted to complete our part in this project and deliver what we set out to achieve which is a scalable, ultra-highly integrated motor and inverter, with no phase cables, busbars, or separate cooling circuits. For the TE-1 application, the motor achieves peak and continuous power densities of 13 kW/kg and 9 kW/kg respectively which is 60% higher than new APC technology roadmap targets for 2025. All of this has been achieved using materials and processes compatible with volume automotive production and importantly using a length scalable motor platform.
“The inverter concept, which is also scalable by tuning the number of Silicon-Carbide power stages for different diameter motors, has really delivered on performance. The TE-1 unit is capable of >500kW! This gives us the opportunity to optimise this platform for production.
“The integrated motor and inverter unit is now on the bike and is delivering on the target performance and cycle efficiency we engineered, modelled and simulated to achieve. We’re very much looking forward the feedback from bike-level testing and the benefits of our high efficiency on range.
“We’re really proud to have been a key part of this exciting project which has been a landmark for electric motorcycles and British industry.” Andrew Cross, Chief Technical Officer at Integral Powertrain Ltd.
WMG, University of Warwick
“WMG have been working closely with Triumph to support the development of the motorcycle control unit via a comprehensive real-time evaluation process using two bespoke physical rigs. A 3D physical motorcycle model has been created and integrated with the first rig to allow the evaluation and refinement of the control unit under real-world driving scenarios, ensuring it behaves well before the integration into the initial prototype bike. The second rig has been utilised to support Triumph in evaluating the power and energy performance of the whole drivetrain as well as confirming its durability. We have also focused on control research and development at other levels, including advanced traction control and optimal brake blending strategies. The findings in energy system modelling, simulation and control, especially real-world case studies with electric motorcycles, gained through this TE-1 project have been utilised to develop teaching materials on energy systems, hybridisation and electrification technologies across education programmes at WMG.” Truong Quang Dinh, Associate Professor of Energy System Management and Control at WMG, University of Warwick.
“WMG have also been helping Triumph understand the opportunities and wider implications of electrification towards their business. This has included investigating the opportunities for electric two-wheeler charging networks, the need for domestic electric motorcycle recycling, the necessity to develop local battery supply chains and the direction that Triumph will need to take to ensure that they can design, develop, manufacture and distribute electric two-wheeled vehicles in the future. The findings from these studies are also providing direction to national and local governments, specifically around areas where policy intervention can support electric motorcycle adoption.
“In many studies undertaken by WMG, bespoke computer-based models developed at the university (such as the university’s own UniWarp software), have been instrumental in understanding the best possible direction or action required for different scenarios. This approach has enabled WMG to quantify the environmental impact of electric motorcycles and has defined methods by which this can be further improved through new vehicle features, vehicle system sizing or new external collaborations.” Jim Hooper, Principal Engineer of Electric Vehicle Projects at WMG, University of Warwick.
Moto Advisor, a Facebook group for UK motorcyclists, is attempting to beat the existing record for the world’s largest female biker meet.
Taking place on 24th July 2022, the world record attempt will be held at the Triumph Factory Visitor Experience in Hinckley, Leicestershire, the global headquarters of Triumph Motorcycles.
Nimi Patel, keen motorcyclist and co-founder of Moto Advisor, initially founded a group called South East Link Up, as the group quickly grew popular amongst the online female biking community, Nimi was curious to see how many female bikers could gather together on a larger scale.
In 2015, Nimi and fellow motorcyclist Sherrie Woolf achieved a world record for largest number of all-female riders at a single bike meet. The event took place at the iconic biker’s hang-out, The Ace Café, London, where 618 female riders gathered to break the record. In following years, record attempts have been made globally in Australia and the USA, however the current record still remains in the UK with 1,132 female riders who met at single bike meet in Shropshire in 2017.
The initiative aims to bring women together as a growing target for the motorcycle industry, with the goal of encouraging the development of a wider range of products suitable for female riders and to inspire others to live their passion.
Sherrie Woolf, Moto Advisor, said: “We are keen to show the motorcycle industry that the female market is financially worthwhile catering to. There are over 300,000 female motorcycle licence holders in the UK alone. We also want to encourage and support more women to enjoy riding and get involved in all aspects of biking; from road riding, track days, off-roading, rallies, stunting, touring and anything else that is possible on two-wheels. The social aspect and kinship of the biking community is special, whether male or female, turning up to an event alone, you are guaranteed to leave with lots of new friends.”
Annually in the UK there are 4,900 theory test passes and 3,100 module two test passes and the number of female motorcyclists is set to constantly increase. The average age of women passing their test has fallen, with the largest pass rate currently being within the 21 – 39 age brackets, which shows that a new generation of females are being introduced to the world of motorcycling (data shared by MCIA).
In addition to the impressive world record attempt, the Hinkley-based event will include live music, clothing and apparel stands, refreshments and a raffle; the proceeds of which will be donated to the local Air Ambulance Service and Blood Bikers.
Moto Advisor together with Triumph Motorcycles are looking forward to welcoming thousands of female riders to the Triumph Factory Visitor Experience to attempt a new world record.
