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Date:
June 10, 2004
Triumph lets cat out of the box
Triumph Australia has just
started uncrating 2005 editions of the Tiger adventure tourer, which is priced
at $15,890 plus ORC.
Now in its third generation, the 955cc fuel injected triple-cylinder machine
claims 105PS (104bhp) at 9500rpm and 92Nm (67ft.lb) of torque at a relatively
low 4400rpm."We always get some interesting comments from people who try
this version of the engine out for the first time," says Triumph Australia's
Phil Hudson, "It's the most flexible of the series and many feel it's the
pick of the litter." The state of tune is shared by the Sprint ST sports
tourer.
Triumph has made a number of subtle changes to the bike over recent years to
sharpen the handling, with upgraded suspension and revised (quicker) steering
geometry.There is a long list of factory accessories, including panniers and
topbox, heated handgrips, alternate windscreen and competition muffler.
(Note: Full specs, a copy of the UK media release, and an additonal pic are available via this link.)
Date:
May 7, 2004
Mega Cruiser Confirmed
Triumph Motorcycles' monster 2.3 litre three-cylinder cruiser – the Rocket
III – is confirmed for the upcoming Sydney Motorcycle Show at Darling Harbour,
on May 13-16.
A show bike is being flown out from the UK specially for the event.
The Rocket III has scored unusually strong sales for a new model, with over
170 of the $25,000 machines finding a new home before anyone in the country
has clapped eyes on one.
"We're both stunned and delighted with the response," said Triumph
events co-ordinator Phil Hudson, "Our favourite character on the waiting
list is a 70-year-old from Western Australia who asked to be moved up the list
on the basis he might not have much time left to ride it!"
Basic stats for the Rocket III include 140 horsepower and 200Nm of torque from
the 2294cc three-cylinder inline engine. It feeds a shaft drive (Triumph's first)
through a five-speed gearbox and wears a massive 240 section low-profile rear
tyre.
Date:
April 27, 2004
Mladin joins Triumph
Mat Mladin Motorcycles, in Narellan near Campbelltown (south-west of Sydney),
has joined the Triumph Motorcycles dealer network.
Mladin is a former Australian superbike champion, and has dominated the American
championship with four title wins since 1999.
"We're pretty pleased to have someone with Mladin's profile join the network,"
said Triumph Australia manager Gary McDonnell. "We are very selective about
who we appoint and this completes an effort to ensure we can offer a thorough
service network that includes key country centres."
The Narellan appointment comes on top of a small number of recent additions
to the Triumph service group, including Toowoomba and Bundaberg in Qld, Coffs
Harbour in NSW, Albany in WA and Alice Springs in the NT.
Mladin's store will run its first Triumph demo ride weekend on June 5-6.
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Pic: Superbike champ Mat Mladin has joined the Triumph dealer network.
Date:
April 27, 2004
Runout deals on Sprint RS
Triumph Australia is offering runout deals on the last Sprint RS models available
in the country.
A very few 2002 models - with the double-side swingarm - remain at $13,990,
while the last of the 2003-build single-sided swingarm versions are being sold
at $14,990 (plus ORC).
"It's a lot of motorcycle for the money," says Triumph Australia manager
Gary McDonnell, "Basically you're getting a litre-class bike for the price
of a 600 sports."
The Sprint RS is the sportier version of Triumph's sports-tourer, running a
120-horse version of the company's 955cc fuel injected triple-cylinder engine.
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Pic: Triumph’s Sprint RS is being run-out at sport 600 prices. (2002 model
shown)
Date:
April 7, 2004
Thruxton Lobs In
An example of Triumph’s new Bonneville variant, the Thruxton café
racer, has landed in Australia and debuted at the recent Ulysses Club AGM.
Priced at $14,990, the machine has undergone a host of performance mods, including
a capacity boost to 865cc, warmer cams, different carburettors and mufflers,
plus an improved braking package.Weighing the same as the basic Bonneville (205
kilos) the Thruxton produces considerably more power – up 8ps to 70 at
7250rpm. Torque is also up substantially, by 12 Nm to 72 at 5750.
“We’re getting an interesting reaction to this one,” said Triumph
Australia manager Gary McDonnell. “There are blokes like me who remember
the original café racers, but we’ve also had a heap of young riders
who’ve taken an interest. It’s early days, but I’m beginning
to wonder if I shouldn’t open up my own Ace Café.”
Named after an historic British race circuit, the Thruxton should be in dealer
showrooms by the beginning of May.
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Pic: Triumph manager Gary McDonnell ponders the return of the cafe racer aboard
the new Thruxton.