| General information |
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| Model: | Triumph Rocket III Classic |
| Year: | 2008 |
| Category: | Classic |
| Rating: | 68.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 2294.00 ccm (139.98 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | In-line three |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Power: | 140.00 HP (102.2 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 147.00 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM |
| Compression: | 8.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection |
| Fuel control: | DOHC |
| Ignition: | Digital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Clutch: | Wet. multi-plate |
| Physical measures |
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| Dry weight: | 319.3 kg (704.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 736 mm (29.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,166 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,499 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Overall width: | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,694 mm (66.7 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Frame type: | Tubular steel. twin spine |
| Rake (fork angle): | 32.0° |
| Front suspension: | 43mm upside down forks |
| Rear suspension: | Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 150/80-17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 240/50-R16 |
| Front brakes: | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 316 mm (12.4 inches) |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Power/weight ratio: | 0.4384 HP/kg |
| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 23.84 litres (6.30 gallons) |
| Color options: | Cherry Red/New England White. Pacific Blue/Aluminum |
| Further information |
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(61.6 out of 100)