2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT: Laid-Back Riding With Even More Power Than Ever Before
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British motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph, has been building the Rocket 3 since 2004, but the current edition of this heavy-hitting cruiser/touring motorcycle looks nothing like its predecessors, nor is it even the same breed.
There’s a saying, “there’s no replacement for displacement”. Triumph Motorcycles has embodied this motto and designed an entire motorcycle around it. This new Rocket 3 GT is the highest displacement engine ever put into a production motorcycle. 2500cc’s to be exact. Yes, that isn’t a typo. Twenty-five-hundred cubic centimetres of displacement can be found in this engine. The styling of the motorcycle speaks for itself though, as this vehicle is mostly an engine with a seat and wheels attached.
You’re probably wondering what kind of power figures come along with a 2500cc motorcycle engine. The 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT produces 165 peak horsepower (11% more than the previous generation). You may be thinking “that isn’t a whole lot of power seeing as how manufacturers are breaking the 200 horsepower mark frequently with each new bike being released.” Behind the horsepower figures hides an even more impressive number: 163 lb-ft of neck-snapping torque giving this heavy-hitter a 2.89 second 0-62 mph. This motorcycle was built to chew up highways and the power numbers back it up.
This motorcycle is catered to cruising and long-distance touring, and the addition of Triumph’s all-new ‘Highway’ inspiration kit proves that; a 50 piece accessory line (unique to the Rocket 3) aimed at increasing comfort and practicality of your British-made cruiser to keep the long rides as comfortable as possible. This bike holds its head up high as the most well-suited steed for long-distance touring in Triumph’s 2021 lineup.
The 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT starts at $20,800 USD / $27,300 CAD
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT in one place.
Model Overview
General Info
- Price: $20,800 USD / $27,300 CAD
- Key Features:
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- 2458cc inline-three engine
- 2.89 second 0-62 mph
- More comfortable than the R version
- Cruise control, hill-hold control, ABS, cornering ABS, TC
- Keyless ignition and heated grips come standard
Main Specs
- Engine: 2458cc inline-three
- Power: 165 BHP
- Torque: 163 lb-ft
- Wet Weight: 710 lb (322 kg)
- Seat Height: 29.5 inches (750 mm) at lowest point
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2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT Specifications
ENGINE |
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| Engine | 2458 cc , Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC | |
| Power | 165 HP | |
| Bore x Stroke | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm | |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | |
| Fuel System | Ride-by-Wire, fuel injected | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Exhaust | Stainless 3-into-1 headers with 3 exit silencer / CAT box | |
DRIVETRAIN |
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| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque-assist | |
| Transmission | 6 Speed | |
| Final Drive | Shaft, bevel box | |
CHASSIS |
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| Suspension Front | Showa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster, 4.7in (120mm) travel. | |
| Suspension Rear | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 4.2in (107mm) rear wheel travel. | |
| Brakes Front | Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS | |
| Brakes Rear | Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS | |
| Tires Front | 150/80 R17 V | |
| Tires Rear |
240/50 R16 V
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.8 US gal | |
| Color | Phantom Black | |
ELECTRICAL |
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| Ignition | ||
| Spark Plugs | ||
| Headlight | LED | |
| Tail Light | LED | |
DIMENSIONS |
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| Overall Length | ||
| Width Handlebars | 34.8 in (886mm) | |
| Height Without Mirror | 42 in (1066 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 66 in (1677 mm) | |
| Trail | 5.3 in (134.9mm) | |
| Seat Height | 29.5in (750mm) | |
| Dry Weight | 648.2lb (294kg) | |
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