Triumph Rocket III Touring - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
The 2014 Triumph Rocket III Touring is a heavyweight cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking commanding presence and relaxed ergonomics. Its distinctive 2.3-liter three-cylinder engine delivers massive low-end torque of 221 Nm, making it ideal for highway cruising and effortless acceleration. Best known for combining classic styling with modern technology and comfortable touring capabilities.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Triumph Rocket III Touring |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel 3 into 1 into 2. large volume catalysts in front of chrome-plated exhaust |
| Greenhouse gases | 188.2 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 8.11 litres/100 km (12.3 km/l or 29.00 mpg) |
| Clutch | Wet. multi-plate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital-inductive type via engine management system |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with twin butterflies and progressive linkage on primary butterflies |
| Bore x stroke | 101.6 x 101.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches) |
| Compression | 8.7:1 |
| Torque | 221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 |
| Power | 148.00 |
| Engine type | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 2294.00 ccm (139.98 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum alloy 5 spoke |
| Rear brakes diameter | 316 mm (12.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 240/50-R16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 150/80-R17 |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload, 105mm rear wheel travel |
| Front suspension | Kayaba 43mm forks. 120mm travel fully shrouded uppers |
| Trail | 148 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular steel. twin spine |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 5.90 litres (0.39 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 24.00 litres (6.34 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,695 mm (66.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,500 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,165 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 395.0 kg (870.8 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Windshields |
| Color options | Phantom Black, Cranberry Red/Phantom Black |
| Factory warranty | 2 year warranty unlimited mileage |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
| Instruments | Analogue speedometer featuring analogue fuel gauge, scroll button on handlebars, LCD trip computer and clock |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable managing enormous mass and torque at low speeds. |
| Purpose | Built for effortless, high-torque long-distance cruising rather than nimble sport riding, with massive shaft-driven muscle to eat highway miles. |
| Rider Fit | Its nearly 400kg wet weight and low-speed heft demand good upper body strength and confidence in parking lots, U-turns, and stop-and-go traffic. |
| Character | A brutish, torque-monster tourer that flexes a huge triple-cylinder engine while wrapping the rider in cruiser-style comfort and long-haul amenities. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the bike for riders seeking flickable agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, easy-to-manage commuter. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
⚠ Safety Recalls (1)
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Triumph Thunderbird, Thunderbird ABS, Tiger 800,Tiger 800 ABS, Thruxton, and Bonneville motorcycles manufactured February 6, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The engine control unit may improperly activate the fuel injectors.
Risk: Improper signalling to, and activation of, the fuel injectors could cause the engine to unexpectedly lose power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will modify the internal ECU hardware, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2014. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB519.
Source: NHTSA. View all Triumph recalls →
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