TRIUMPH Rocket Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

The Triumph Rocket 3 was a motorcycle manufactured by Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. from 2019 to the present. Like its predecessor, the bike was characterized by a larger 2,458cc engine than any other production machine with much higher torque.

In 2021, the Triumph line-up comprised two limited edition motorcycles, the new Rocket 3 R Black and Rocket 3 GT Triple Black, which, as their name says, came in a dark, meaner, muscular appearance.

Both machines came in limited numbers, 1,000 motorcycles each worldwide, but also featured a certificate of authenticity with a specific VIN number. The motorcycles featured a black-out appearance with a premium carbon fiber mudguard fitted as standard.

The 2021 Triumph 3 R Black Limited Edition delivered a massive performance with its 2,458cc three-cylinder water-cooled engine, the world’s largest unit and the most torquier one. The engine produced 167 hp with a peak at 6,000 rpm and 221 Nm (163 lb-ft) torque at 4,000 rpm.

For appearance, the bike featured many blacked-out components, including radiator cowls, fly screen finishers, footpegs, brake and gear pedals, swingarm guard, side stand, brake and clutch levers, frame, engine, fuel tank, and many more.

The bike was built on a lightweight aluminum frame with a 47 mm adjustable upside-down fork on the front and a fully adjustable Showa piggyback shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling and suspension performance.

In addition, the 2021 Triumph 3 R Black Limited Edition and its touring brother featured a wide range of Triumph Genuine Accessories for it to be tailored by the riders in their own style.

In 2019, Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. launched the Triumph Rocked 3, a motorcycle characterized by a 2,458cc engine, much larger than any production motorcycle globally, with much higher torque.

Two years later, in 2021, the manufacturer released two limited edition models, the Rocket 3 R Black, and the touring-oriented Rocked 3 GT Triple Black, which brought more exclusivity to the Rocket 3 range.

The 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 line-up was limited to 1,000 motorcycles each worldwide, and both machines came with a certificate of authenticity that detailed the motorcycle-specific VIN number.

The 2021 Triumph 3 GT Triple Black Limited Edition machine featured a distinctive three-shade black color scheme and was fitted with a premium carbon fiber mudguard as a standard feature.

Also, the bike was fitted with the largest production engine ever served on a motorcycle, with a displacement of 2,458cc, delivering 221 Nm (163 lb-ft) of torque at 4,000 rpm and 167 hp with a maximum peak force at 6,000 rpm.

Compared to the Rocket 3 R Black, the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT Triple Black came with a small passenger backrest and three mm smaller width, one mm taller, a 23 mm lower seat height, and three kg (6.6 lbs) heavier.

The bike was available with side-mounted panniers on a Triumph patented cast aluminum mounting system, an interchangeable handlebar, and seats. Also, both models were equipped with four riding modes, Road, Rain, Sport, and Rider, operated by an illuminated switch on the handlebar.

In 2021, Triumph included two special edition models in their line-up, the Triumph 3 R 221 and the more touring-oriented Triumph 3 GT 221. The two machines were named after their world-leading 221 Nm torque produced by the world's largest production engine.

The 221 Special Edition machines were available for only one year and combined a unique color scheme with class-leading performance, a muscular appearance, excellent handling, and light touring capabilities.

The 2021 Triumph 3 R 221's distinctive style was enhanced by a new paint scheme with a striking Red Hopper fuel tank and front fender, contrasting uniquely with the Sapphire Black mudguard brackets, headlight housing, side panels, fly screen, radiator cowls, and rear bodywork.

Known for its largest production engine in the world, the 2021 Triumph 3 R 221 Limited Edition, along with its touring-oriented brother, delivered world-leading performance from a low rev range, and with 221 Nm torque on board, the bike was the one with the most torquier engine in the world.

Both motorcycles were powered by a 2,458cc four-stroke inline three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with an electronic fuel injection system in charge, delivering an output power of 167 hp with maximum strength at 6,000 rpm and 221 Nm (163 lb-ft) torque with a maximum peak at 4,000 rpm.

In addition, Triumph made available 50+ Genuine Triumph Accessories designed along with the bike and tested to the same durability and quality standards, providing enhanced comfort, security, practicality, and style.

In 2021, the British motorcycle manufacturer launched the Triumph 3 GT 221 Limited Edition, a more touring-oriented motorcycle than the standard R model. It delivered excellent performance and was named after its peak torque of 221 Nm.

The GT model and the R version were available for only one year. They combined a unique color scheme with top-end performance specifications and Rocket's signature styling, handling, and effortless touring capabilities.

The bike was painted in a distinctive Red Hopper color found on the front fender and fuel tank, fitting perfectly with the Sapphire Black elements, like the front fender's brackets, headlight housings, side panels, rear bodywork, and radiator cowls.

The 2021 Triumph 3 GT 221 Limited Edition and its Rocket siblings were fitted with the same engine, the largest unit ever served on a production motorcycle worldwide, delivering the highest torque compared to other production machines.

As for the power figures, both 2021 Triumphs packed a 2,458cc four-stroke inline three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasted 167 hp at 6,000 rpm and 221 Nm (163 lb-ft) torque at 4,000 rpm.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 47 mm fully adjustable Showa upside-down fork on the front and a fully adjustable Showa monoshock on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

In addition, the bike was available with 50+ Genuine Triumph Accessories designed along with the bike, including a range of luggage accessories for enhanced touring capabilities, with a patented cast aluminum retractable and lockable mounting system.

The Triumph Street Triple was a naked motorcycle with a streetfighter style without an aerodynamic plastic fairing. The bike debuted in 2007 as a replacement for the 600 Speed Four.

The Street Triple was similar to the Speed Triple 1050 but had installed a re-tuned version of the 675cc engine used on the Triumph Daytona 675 sports bike. It was manufactured over four generations. The first generation was produced from 2007 to 2011, the second from 2011 to 2012, the third from 2013 to 2017, and the fourth from 2018 to the present (2023).

In 2019, the British motorcycle manufacturer launched the Triumph Street Triple RS, a naked machine part of the fourth generation, alongside the regular S model, the R version, and the UK A2 license machine.

In the visual department, the bike offered an aggressive appearance, with standard features, such as a twin headlight system, a fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, an exhaust system mounted under the engine, and lightweight five-spoke aluminum wheels.

The bike's suspension system comprised a 41 mm fully adjustable inverted Showa fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

As for the power figures, the 2019 Triumph Street Triple RS had its soul brought to life by a 765cc four-stroke three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, boasting 121 hp at 11,700 rpm and 77 Nm (57 lb-ft) torque at 10,800 rpm.

The Triumph Rocket III was a three-cylinder machine manufactured by Triumph from 2004. The bike had the largest displacement engine ever fitted on a production motorcycle at the time until 2019, when they released the Triumph Rocket 3.

In 2014, to celebrate 10 years of Rocked III manufacturing, the British motorcycle manufacturer launched the Triumph Rocket X Limited Edition, a motorcycle made in only 500 units, each with its individual numbered side panel and billet aluminum name badge.

In addition, the bike came in a premium high-gloss custom paint scheme with grind effect stripes. Also, the handlebar, exhaust, and mirrors were black-finished to add a custom appearance, and the black-finished wheels with a hand-made silver pinstripe.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard features, such as two round headlights, a small cover mounted above the lights, a single seat, a dual exhaust system with one silencer on each side, five-spoke wheels, and a side stand.

The 2014 Triumph Rocket X Limited Edition had installed underneath its fuel tank a massive 2,294c four-stroke three-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system in charge, delivering 105 hp at 5,400 rpm and 203 Nm (150 lb-ft) torque at 2,500 rpm.

The bike was built on a tubular steel twin spine frame with a 43 mm upside-down Kayaba fork on the front and a five-position-adjustable Kayaba shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.