Triumph Rocket 3 GT 2024 — Specifications

Perhaps, like me, you’re misinterpreting the GT designation of the Rocket III presented here. Were we to discover the descendants of the Rocket III Touring? Would the Hinckley bull be equipped with everything necessary for long journeys or stays? No. No windscreen, no luggage, no top case, no fridge. So what? Simply what’s needed for a more relaxed ride. More equipment, a few ergonomic differences, and a few extras for the passenger.

At first glance, the GT seems primarily equipped for two riders. But Triumph goes further than that. It’s all in the details, the finish, the attention paid to certain elements. On both the R and the GT, the wheels are enormous (150mm wide at the front and 240mm at the rear); however, the rims are machined on the GT. When getting on board, you will truly notice the difference with this Rocket III GT. On its sister, the riding position could resemble that of a roadster. Here, we change universes. The footrests are positioned much further forward, almost in contact with the oil radiator. The handlebar takes the opposite path. Larger, its branches move the grips back towards the middle of the tank. Add to that a 23mm lower saddle (750mm) and you get a seat/handlebar/footrest triangle typical of an armchair.

Sized for cruising. With a touch of adaptation. The passenger backrest is height-adjustable, while the foot controls offer three position choices: standard, advanced by +25mm, or recessed by -25mm. The GT concludes its good graces with touring-style seats, a set of heated grips as standard, and a small windscreen. All of this comes at a price on the scale. It weighs 3kg more than the R. But hey... when you display 294kg dry weight, who cares about 6 pounds more or less. It would be better to remember that this generation of Rocket III gained no less than 40kg over the previous one.

Especially since there's enough power in the engine to tow a stranded beef. A huge three-cylinder engine, packed to the brim with torque. It sends up to 22.4 mkg, far more than any big block from HarleyouIndian. The power is less impressive than the displacement would suggest, but still reaches 167 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. The mechanical, technical, and electronic attributes between the Rocket GT and R are identical. This crazy engine, its diabolical and captivating gaze with the twin headlights, the phantasmagorical front end with an inverted 47mm fork, a tire as wide as both hands, and Brembo M50 Stylema brake calipers found on the Panigale V4, its flamboyant single-sided swingarm, and its entire suite of assistance systems.

On the Triumph, you’re met with a second-generation TFT dashboard with two display types and improved functions, along with the possibility of putting your name in the startup theme. An inertial measurement unit is in place, enabling cornering ABS and greater traction control efficiency. There’s also a hill-start assist, four Riding Modes (Rain, Road, Sport, Rider), full LED lighting, cruise control, keyless start and locking, a USB socket, and…

…small surprises when you treat yourself (as an option) to the Bluetooth connectivity module. Triumph has taken care to try to please the tech enthusiast with a range of accessories including a GoPro control system. Enough to also pair your smartphone and simplify GPS navigation. A quickshifter is also on the shelves, as is tire pressure monitoring. Dig a little deeper and you’ll find around fifty products in stock.

Apart from with extravagant artisans who pinch engines from airplanes or cars, it’s impossible to find, as standard, another cocktail of power, torque, cruising, and majesty. Almost. The other possibility is the Rocket III TFC, the high-end expression of this cruiser.

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