Triumph Motorcycles

For the past hundred years, the UK strong Triumph manufacturer has been a major contender among the motorcycle scene. During the 70s, government policy and Japanese competition seemed to have cast the Triumph into history. But in the 80s, the company came back strong with three contemporary bikes capable of competing with the best of the best.

Triumph Daytona 675

The Daytona 675 motorcycle was named after the Daytona motorcycle rally in Florida because it was one of the most popular bikes there. It's bright yellow fairing and modern styling easily make this motorcycle a definite eye-catcher, yet had it been colored with black and white, it might have been nicknamed Batman's Batcycle instead.

Besides great looks, the Daytona 675 houses a liquid-cooled 675cc, in-line three cylinder engine that delivers quick smooth power throughout its rpm range. It easily rates 123 bhp @12,500 rpm and 53 ft-lb (foot-pound) of torque -- making it perfect for anyone who wants a fast mid-sized bike.

Yet the speed of the Triumph hasn't neglected comfortable at all. Its preloaded adjustable monoshocks in the front and rear make bumps hardly noticeable by its driver and passenger.

Triumph America

Triumph's America model is just as powerful and reliable as the Daytona 675. And its 790cc, air-cooled, parallel twin-cylinder power plant gives this bike plenty of power. Ergonomically designed, the America model sports a stylish 28-inch seat and highway-style foot controls to make driving even easier.

Unlike the Daytona however, this model has a quieter look. Its main color scheme is classic black and gray giving it a strong, silent impression and it's quite reminiscent of the motorcycles were made 30 years ago.

Triumph Rocket III

The largest motorcycle of the Triumph series is the Rocket III. This motorcycle houses a huge 2,294cc in-line three cylinder engine and has been dubbed as a 'car on two wheels.' It puts out 147 ft-lb of torque at only 2,500 rpm and 140 bhp at a low 6,000 rpm, which delivers much more power than any of Triumph's other bikes.

For such a big bike, it corners well because it's well balanced - which is undoubtedly the result of its preloaded adjustable chromed twin rear shocks. Such shocks are required to handle the Rocket's 67 inches (170cm) wheelbase and 704 lbs (320kg) weight. Only those who are ready for heavy riding should apply although it can deliver a smooth comfortable trip on the road.

Classic Triumph Motorcycles 

Triumph has had a long history and has therefore put out quite a line of nostalgic classics. Each of Triumph's 790cc Bonneville, 865cc Scrambler and Thruxton sport the classic Triumph look designed decades ago. But even though they sport a classic look, they all employ modern electronics, materials, and engineering that make even today's motorcycles pale in comparison.