Triumph Rocket III Classic Touring

Make Model	Triumph Rocket III Touring
Year	2013
Engine	Four stroke, longitudinal three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	2294 cc / 140 cu in
Bore x Stroke	101.6 x 94.3 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	8.7:1
Induction	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital inductive type via electronic engine management
Starting	Electric
Max Power	77.3 kW / 105.9 hp @ 5400 rpm
Max Torque	203Nm / 200.7 kgf-m / 150 ft.lbs @ 2500 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Frame	Tubular steel, twin spine
Front Suspension	43mm Upside down forks, Kayaba
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload, Kayaba
Rear Wheel Travel	105 mm / 4.1 in
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm Foating discs, 4 piston calipers, Nissen, ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 316 mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper, Brembo, ABS
Front Wheel	Alloy 25-spoke, 17 x 3.5in
Rear Wheel	Alloy 25-spoke, 16 x 7.5in
Front Tyre	150/80 -R16
Rear Tyre	180/70 -R16
Rake	32°
Trail	152 mm / 6.0 in
Dimensions	Length 2603 mm / 102.4 in Width 995 mm / 39.1 in (including levers (widest fixed part) Height 1182 / 46.5 in (excluded quick release screen & mirrors)
Wheelbase	1705 mm / 67.2 in
Seat Height	730 mm / 28.7 in
Wet Weight	395 kg / 869 lbs
Fuel Capacity	22.3 Litres / 5.9 US gal / 4.9 Imp gal

The Rocket III Touring has always been much more than a Rocket III with bags and screen added. In fact the first 2007 Touring model shared only its front brake, mirrors and tail light with the Rocket III, along with the epic, 2.3 litre, three-cylinder engine. The rest was designed specifically for the touring cruiser role.

For 2013, Triumph has enhanced the Rocket III Touring with a package of extras designed to give touring riders even more as standard, including:

- Chrome engine dresser bars, aiding protection of bike and rider while embellishing its looks. These also provide further scope for personalisation with highway pegs and additional lighting.
- A quick-release sissy bar with backrest for extra passenger security.
- A purpose-designed, quick-release Triumph luggage rack.
- New colours with hand-painted coach lines:
- Black and red with single coach line
- Black with twin, gold coach lines

The huge torque output (203Nm) of the Rocket III Touring’s unmistakable 2,294cc triple engine is perfect for a relaxed, low revving ride regardless of load or conditions, with or without a passenger, while the dependable shaft drive minimises maintenance. The chassis has an exceptionally low centre of gravity, making the Rocket III Touring easy and unintimidating to manoeuvre, while the 16″ wheels and 180 section rear tyre – narrower than the original Rocket III’s – provide a surprising level of agility without compromising stability.

Other Rocket III Touring unique features include a gel passenger seat and a dual density, layered foam seat for the rider for exceptional all-day comfort. The quick-release screen is standard equipment, as are the capacious 36 litre panniers.

There was nothing like the Rocket III Touring when it was originally launched and there hasn’t been since. The combination of completely effortless, low-revving torque with a big hit of horsepower on demand, all delivered with a larger-than-life take on Triumph’s unique three-cylinder character, resulted in what for many riders was the ultimate in long distance style and muscle.

Triumph Rocket III Touring