| Triumph's profilation of this bike |
| The Triumph Rocket III has defined a unique niche in the clone-like performance cruiser market where it sits in a class of its own thanks to its striking looks, stunning performance and incredible specification. |
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General information |
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Model
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Triumph Rocket III |
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Model year
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2008 |
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Category
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Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 14999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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3.5 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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2294.0 ccm (139.98 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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In-line three, four-stroke |
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Power output
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140.0 HP (102.2 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
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Torque
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147.0 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM |
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Compression
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8.7:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection |
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Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
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Ignition
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Digital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Wet. multi-plate |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Tubular steel. twin spine |
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Rake (fork angle)
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32.0° |
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Front suspension
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43mm upside down forks |
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Rear suspension
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Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload |
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Front tire
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150/80-R17 |
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Rear tire
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240/50-R16 |
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Front brakes
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Double disc |
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Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc |
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Diameter
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316 mm (12.4 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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319.3 kg (704.0 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.4384 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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739 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1166 mm (45.9 inches) |
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Overall length
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2499 mm (98.4 inches) |
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Overall width
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970 mm (38.2 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1694 mm (66.7 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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23.84 litres (6.30 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Claret. Phantom Black |
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Offroad capabilities for the 2008 Triumph Rocket III:
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