TRIUMPH Rocket III (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 25 May 2022 • Maintained by:
Segment: Touring
Production years: 2008, 2009
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The 2008 Rocket III carries on the muscle bike heritage of the series and brings in the same zero-compromise craftsmanship and high -grade technology which made so many riders sell their cruisers and go Rocket. The biggest production engine of all, the mill at the heart of the 2008 Rocket III is ready ot provide blistering thrust at the slightest twist of the throttle, with endless power and torque on tap for easy passing and aggressive riding.
TRIUMPH Rocket III 2008-2009
TRIUMPH Rocket III 2294
| engine specs | Type: | 4-stroke liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder | Displacement: | 2,294 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 4.0x3.7 in OR 102 mm | Compression Ratio: | 8.7:1 | Horsepower: | 140/6000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 147/2500 lb-ft/RPM OR 199/2500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with twin butterflies and progressive linkage on primary butterflies |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-speed | Clutch: | wet, multiplate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | shaft |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Tubular steel, twin spine | Front Suspension: | 43mm upside down forks | Rear Suspension: | Chromed spring twin shocks with adjustable preload | Front Brake: | Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston calipers | Rear Brake: | Single 316mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 98.4 in OR 2499 mm | Overall Width: | 38.2 in OR 970 mm | Seat Height: | 29.1 in OR 739 mm | Wheelbase: | 66.7 in OR 1694 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 703 lbs OR 319 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 6.3 gallons OR 23.8 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 150/80 R17 | Rear: | 240/50 R16 |
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