2020 Triumph Rocket 3, Tiger 900 and Thruxton RS Launched In Malaysia!

Triumph Malaysia unveiled three of the 10 new 2020 line-up on Friday Durning the Triumph Muscle Mania event.  Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia Unleashed a barrage of powerful and class-leading next generation of motorcycles. The three of the 10 new 2020 line-up include the new 2020 Rocket 3R, GT, Tiger 900 and Thruxton RS.

2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R/ Rocket 3 GT – Pricing starts from RM 130,900

Both the Triumph Rocket 3 R and Rocket 3 GT delivers more power and the highest torque of any production motorcycle you can buy on the planet with 221 Nm at 4,000 rpm.  The muscle presence of the Rocket 3R and the Rocket 3 GT combined with the overwhelming power, state of the art riding technology, top-flight components lead to an astonishing power-to-weight ratio.

Launched in 2004, Triumph’s legendary Rocket III was a pure original with more muscle, presence and torque than any of the competition. Now, the all-new Rocket 3 R and Rocket 3 GT line-up herald the genesis of a new motorcycle legend.

The New Rocket

The new Rocket 3 line-up introduces two amazing all-new model choices. The Rocket 3 R delivers instantaneous world-leading torque, incredible control, comfort and capability, while the Rocket 3 GT is built to go even further, in more comfort, with even more effortless touring capability.

Both new Rocket 3 models are equipped with the all-new 2,500cc triple engine, which offers even higher capacity and performance than its predecessor – for amazing acceleration and all-day any-gear effortless riding, two-up or on your own.

The new Rocket 3 engine brings an amazing step up in peak power with 167 PS @ 6,000 rpm, which is 11% upon its predecessor. With more power from a low 3,500rpm, and all the way up to a higher redline of 7,000rpm, the new Rocket 3 delivers a staggering level of performance.

The Biggest Production Motorcycle Engine In The World

Both new Rocket 3 models are equipped with the all-new 2,500cc triple engine, which offers even higher capacity and performance than its predecessor – for amazing acceleration and all-day any-gear effortless riding, two-up or on your own.

The new Rocket 3 engine brings an amazing step up in peak power with 167 PS @ 6,000 rpm, which is 11% up on its predecessor. With more power from a low 3,500rpm, and all the way up to a higher red line of 7,000rpm, the new Rocket 3 delivers a staggering level of performance.

The Rocket 3 engine also has the highest torque figure of any production motorcycle available to buy, with 221 Nm – an astounding 71% more than its closest competition. With an incredibly flat and rich torque curve, reaching a peak at 4,000rpm, it holds maximum torque all the way through the mid-range, delivering effortless acceleration and response in any gear.

Pure Muscular Presence And Magnificent Style

With beautifully distinctive details, such as the new signature twin LED headlight, including Triumph maker’s mark triangle branding and the sculpted 3-header exhaust run, the new Rocket 3 line-up has an incredibly imposing poise and stance.

In addition, the all-new lightweight multi-spoke cast aluminium wheels enhance the muscular contemporary style, with the Rocket 3 R’s wheels featuring a beautiful blacked-out finish, while the Rocket 3 GT model goes one step further with exposed machining on rim and spokes. Both models are also fitted with Avon Cobra Chrome tyres, developed especially for the new Rocket 3, with an imposing 240mm rear wheel width. The new tyres have exquisite detailing, and both feature a new tread pattern developed for great grip and high mileage durability.

Contributing to the Rocket 3’s clean, uncluttered styling are the beautifully engineered single-sided swingarm, with offset monoshock suspension and high-value finishing on the bevel box, The stylish internally wired handlebars further reinforce the bike’s muscular feel and commanding riding position. The Rocket 3 R model features roadster-style handlebars, while the Rocket 3 GT model has touring-oriented handlebars enhancing its touring comfort and capability.

Colour Options

Rocket 3 R comes in two colour options, Korosi Red and Phantom Black.

On the other hand, the Rocket 3 GT comes in Silver Ice and Storm Grey with a Korosi Red pinstripe decal and Phantom Black.

 Price (excluding road tax and insurance)

Rocket 3 R                                                       RM130,900.00

Rocket 3 GT                                                     RM136,900.00

Interested? Get to know more here!

During the event, the  Triumph Rocket 3 TFC was also presented. The TFC version is an ultra-limited production mode with only 750 units exclusively made. All of them have been sold out, however, at the Muscle mania event, one of these exclusive units was handed over to the proud owner.

2020 Rocket 3 R and 3 GT specs

	NEW ROCKET 3 R	NEW ROCKET 3 GT
Engine Type	Inline 3-cylinder, water-cooled, DOHC
Capacity	2,458cc
Bore/Stroke	110.2 mm x 85.9 mm
Maximum Power	167PS /165 bhp (123 kW) @ 6,000rpm
Maximum Torque	221Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel system	Ride-by-wire, fuel injected
Exhaust	Stainless 3-into-1 headers with 3 exit silencer / CAT box
Final drive	Shaft, bevel box
Clutch	Hydraulic, torque-assist
Gearbox	6 speed
Frame	Full aluminium frame
Instruments	TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) – Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Swingarm	Single-sided, cast aluminium
Front Wheel	17 x 3.5in cast aluminium
Rear Wheel	16 x 7.5in cast aluminium
Front Tyre	150/80 R17 V
Rear Tyre	240/50 R16 V
Front Suspension	Showa 47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster. 120mm travel
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm rear wheel travel.
Front Brake	Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS
Rear Brake	Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS
Seat Height	773mm	750mm
Rake	27.9º
Trail	134.9 mm
Dry Weight	291 kg	294 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 L
Fuel Consumption	TBC
CO2 Emissions	TBC

 

2020 Triumph Tiger 900 – Pricing starts from RM 63,900

Designed to set a new category benchmark for maximum adventure in every ride, Triumph’s new Tiger 900 is completely transformed with an all-new more responsive 900cc triple engine, an incredible standard of specification, new state-of-the-art ride-enhancing technology, and an aggressive new Tiger style and attitude. On top of that, the new Tiger 900 range is now significantly lighter than previous Tiger models, making these the most capable, agile and dynamic middleweight adventure bikes available.

Price (excluding road tax and insurance)

1. Tiger 900                                                          RM63,900.00
2. GT                                                                      RM74,900.00
3. GT LRH (Low ride height)                           RM74,900.00
4. GT Pro                                                              RM82,900.00
5. Rally                                                                  RM78,900.00
6. Rally Pro                                                          RM85,900.00

Tiger 900 specs

	TIGER 900	GT	GT PRO	RALLY	RALLY PRO
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder
Capacity	888 cc
Bore Stroke	78 x 61.9 mm
Compression	11.27:1
Max Power	95.2 PS / 93.9 bhp (70 kW) @ 8,750 rpm
Max Torque	87 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
System	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Exhaust	Stainless steel 3 into 1 header system, side mounted stainless steel silencer
Final Drive	O-ring chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox	6 speed
Frame	Tubular steel frame, bolt on sub frame
Swingarm	Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy
Front Wheel	Cast alloy, 19 x 2.5 in			Spoked Tubeless, 21 x 2.15 in
Rear Wheel	Cast alloy, 17 x 4.25 in			Spoked Tubeless, 17 x 4.25 in
Front Tyre	100/90-19			90/90-21
Rear Tyre	150/70R17			150/70R17
Front Suspension	Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, non-adjustable	Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel (140mm GT LRH)		Showa 45mm upside down forks, manual preload, rebound damping and compression damping adjustment, 240mm travel
Rear Suspension	Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload adjustment, 170mm rear wheel travel	Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel (151mm LRH)	Marzocchi rear suspension unit, electronically adjustable preload and rebound damping, 170mm wheel travel	Showa rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 230mm wheel travel
Front Brake	Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, ABS	Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, Optimised Cornering ABS		Twin 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston Monobloc calipers. Radial front master cylinder, Optimised Cornering ABS
Rear Brake	Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper, ABS	Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper. Optimised cornering ABS.		Single 255mm disc. Brembo single piston sliding caliper. Optimised cornering ABS
Width Handlebars	830mm	930mm	930mm	935mm	935mm
Height (Without Mirrors)	1410-1460mm	1410-1460mm (1385-1435 mm LRH)	1410-1460mm	1452-1502mm	1452-1502mm
Seat Height	810-830mm	810-830mm (760-780mm LRH)	810-830mm	850-870mm	850-870mm
Wheelbase	1556mm	1556mm (1545mm LRH)	1556mm	1551mm	1551mm
Rake	24.6 º	24.6 º (24.1 º LRH)	24.6 º	24.4 º	24.4 º
Trail	133.3mm	133.3mm (130.0mm LRH)	133.3mm	145.8mm	145.8mm
Dry Weight	192 kg	194 kg (193 kg LRH)	198 kg	196 kg	201 kg
Tank Capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L
Fuel Consumption	5.2l/100 km (55.4 MPG)
CO2 Emissions	EURO 5 Standard: 119 g/km
CO2 and fuel consumption are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC.  Figures on fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real driving results.

 

2020 Triumph Thruxton RS – RM86,900

Designed and developed to evolve the legend even further, the new Thruxton RS model combines all the original cafe racer design DNA and pure original style with modern Thruxton capability whilst setting a new level of performance with a higher power engine, even more, supreme cafe racer handling, and even more contemporary styling, finish and detailing.

 

Pricing (excluding road tax and insurance)

Thruxton RS                                                      RM86,900.00

Thruxton RS specs

	NEW 2020 THRUXTON RS
Engine Type	Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Capacity	1200cc
Bore/Stroke	97.6 x 80 mm
Compression Ratio	12.066:1
Maximum Power	105 PS/103 bhp (77 kW) @ 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	112 Nm @ 4,250 rpm
Fuel system	Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Exhaust	Brushed 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin silencers
Final drive	O-ring chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate assist clutch
Gearbox	6-speed
Frame	Tubular steel cradle
Swingarm	Twin-sided, aluminium – Clear anodized
Front Wheel	32-spoke 17 x 3.5 in, aluminium rims
Rear Wheel	32-spoke 17 x 5 in, aluminium rims
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	160/60 ZR17
Front Suspension	Showa 43 mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable 120 mm travel
Rear Suspension	Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with Piggyback reservoir, 120 mm rear wheel travel
Front Brake	Twin 310 mm Brembo floating discs, Brembo M50 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABS
Rear Brake	Single 220 mm disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
Width (Handlebars)	745 mm
Height Without Mirrors	1,030 mm
Seat Height	810 mm
Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Rake	22.8º
Trail	92 mm
Dry Weight	197 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 L
Fuel Consumption	4.9 l/100 km (58 MPG)
CO2 Emissions	114 g/km