Triumph Motorcycles has shown off two new Rocket 3 models, the Storm R and GT, both with almost 15hp more power and torque up by 4Nm to 225Nm. They also feature lighter cast aluminium wheels for better handling, and dark colour schemes with blacked out details and anodised finishes. Expect them here sometime later this year.
It has been two decades since the production motorcycle with the biggest engine, the Rocket III, burst onto the motorcycle scene. The second-gen Rocket III arrived in 2019 with an even bigger mill and since the introduction of the 2.5L triple has achieved global sales of more than 18,000 units.
Now Triumph is introducing the Rocket 3 Storm, getting even more oomph from the biggest production motorcycle engine (2458cc). It is now developing 134kW (180hp) at 7000rpm while the torque total of 225Nm arrives at 4000rpm.
The result is “explosive acceleration and effortless response in any gear.” The bike’s 16-inch rear and 17-inch front wheels have been updated with a sportier ten-spoke cast aluminium design, reducing unsprung mass. This is said to result in more agile steering.
Helping with handling is a Showa monoshock with piggy-back reservoir, fully adjustable for rebound and compression damping, and preload. The forks are 47mm Showas, adjustable for rebound and compression damping. Top-specification radial Brembo Stylema brake calipers acting on twin 320mm discs provide the stopping power up front. There’s a Brembo M4.32 four-piston radial monobloc rear caliper acting on a 300mm rear disc for even greater stopping power. Cornering ABS and TC are also present.
Rocket 3 Storm features a dark moody colour scheme as well, following the success of the blacked out models released last year. The Storm logo features on the bike’s 18-litre fuel tank while both models have three distinctive two-tone colour options. Rocket 3 Storm also mixes matte black and black anodised finishes.
Also new for 2024, the Rocket 3 Storm now exceeds the latest Euro 5b requirements, delivering low emissions and improved fuel efficiency (combined figure of 6.6L/100km).
What differentiates the R and GT are their ergonomics. The R’s roadster 773mm seat height and handlebar placement are designed to provide optimum power and control, for a relaxed and engaging ride. The GT has a lower 750mm seat height and a more swept back set-up with a 125mm difference in grip position versus the R, for a more upright riding posture. It also has a more generously padded pillion seat and an adjustable pillion backrest.
Moreover, the R has mid-foot controls, with two settings that offer 15mm of vertical adjustment for a natural and sporty riding position. The GT has feet-forward pegs giving a laid-back custom bike feel, with three horizontal position settings offering 50mm of adjustment. Both R and GT models have blacked out retractable pillion footrests.
Other features include twin LED headlights with DRLs, four riding modes, cruise control, a Torque Assist clutch, an optional Quickshifter, Hill Hold, full colour TFT set-up, the instrument being angle adjustable, and keyless ignition and steering lock. Over 50 accessories are available, including luggage solutions for touring. These carry a two-year unlimited mileage warranty as do the machines themselves.
Pricing and spec will be confirmed closer to their arrival.
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