Triumph have "leaked" another bit of information about their two new, and much anticipated Adventure models. The marketing plan is pretty transparent but it's still working.  Slowly releasing information is seemingly increasing 'buzz' about the models.

Here's the latest video:

Triumph has been "leaking" photo's and information on their two forthcoming 2011 adventure models - one biased towards pavement going adventures while the other will be a little more off-road capable.

Rumor is it will be aimed squarely at taking some share away from the market of BMW's F800 GS.

All I can say is - I hope it's awesome! A really great 800cc triple might be a bike I'd be interested in. It'll take something pretty special to get me off my VFR800 though.  



Follow along via the website they're gradually releasing information to.  The link is HERE.

Word is that Triumph is going to be launching an adventure model that'll reportedly will come in 'street' and 'off-road' versions.  Rumor is it'll be an 800cc triple.  Please say it's true is all we can say!

We'll have to wait until the EICMA show in November to see the official unveiling but for now - here's what Triumph has offered up...

Triumph is ramping up for some demo days!  There's quite a few dealers participating from across Canada. So if you want a chance to ride a Triumph before you buy then you should check out the following dates and locations:

Here are the participating dealers and the dates of their "KICKSTART SUMMER" Demo Event:

I always liked the Sprint GT but there's even more to like with the new 2011 version - which will be  available in Canadian dealerships this fall as an early release 2011. There's a little boost in power up 5 bhp to 130 bhp at 9,200 rpm; torque is up by the same amount to 80lb/ft at 6,300 rpm. A switch from underseat exhaust to side mounted leaves more space for underseat storage as well.  The lights have been redesigned too, and are said to offer "improved distribution of light."

If you're touring minded then you'll appreciate the standard 31-liter panniers and an optional top box with a 12v power supply; ABS comes standard as well. A tank of gas offers you a 200 mile range.  Price is $14,399.

For full details on the new 2011 Triumph Sprint GT check out the Sprint GT page on Triumph's website HERE.

Triumph is going to be holding a "Thunderbird Nights" Open House, April 27 - May 1, 2010 and are offering up a first glimpse of the brand new THUNDERBIRD SE or the Thunderbird with factory fitted BIG BORE KIT in person.

Each participating dealer will be hosting an UNVEILING PARTY for one of these brand new cruisers.

Plus, While you’re there you can, take a FREE DEMO RIDE, enter to WIN TRIUMPH GEAR, take advantage of some SPECIAL OFFERS on new Triumphs, and enjoy the great company of your local motorcycle community.

PARTICIPATING DEALER LIST:

Blackfoot Motorcycle
Calgary, AB T2G 5N5
403-243-2636

Echo Cycle
Edmonton, AB T5V 1C3
780-455-6404

British Italian Motorcycles
Vancouver, BC V5L 1H7
604-253-1117

C&S Motorcycles
Victoria, BC V9B 0B2
250-656-9979

Western Powersports
Langley, BC V3A 5E8
604-530-9788

Wildwood Triumph
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2A3
204-477-1701

Atlantic Triumph
Dieppe, NB E1A 1P8
506-383-1022

Bro's Cycle Supply
Windsor, NS B0N 2T0
902-798-8145

GP Bikes
Ajax, ON L1S 2H6
905-428-8983

New Brunswick based Atlantic Motoplex has some big news. In addition to the Yamaha, BMW, and Ducati's they've been selling - they've just added two new makes to the list... Suzuki and Triumph.

Triumph is introducing a special edition of its café racer-styled Thruxton, giving a sporty new look to a classic British design.

The 865cc parallel-twin Thruxton Special Edition debuts a stunning red frame and Crystal White bodywork with red stripe. The bike also comes with a color-matched factory fitted fly screen and blacked out engine cases.

Production of the new Triumph Thruxton Special Edition begins in early 2010. Prices are still to be confirmed but the SE model will come at a small premium over the standard Thruxton.

Word is that it'll be coming to Canada, albeit in extremely limited numbers.

Yes, that's right - MORE power for the 2010 Rocket III. The revised engine makes 15% more power. Hard to believe but yes. The 2010 Triumph Rocket III Roadster makes 163 lb/ft of torque (double an R1!) and 146bhp.

The bike is no lightweight at 367kg/807lbs (wet) but when you consider it's got a 2294cc line, liquid-cooled triple the weight isn't surprising. It makes its max power at 5,750rpm and max torque at just 2,750rpm.

Color choices won't be abundant. You can get black or black; matte or gloss black.

The big news is that the new 2010 model gets new mid-mount foot controls. They're said to make the bike mroe comfortable for non-cruiser riders. They're further back and more inboard. Triumph calls "A completely different riding experience from its predecessor."

Suspension is by way of 43mm upside down Kayaba forks with 120mm of travel in the front and Kayaba twin shocks with 105mm of travel in the rear. Brakes are upgraded with ABS, 320mm front discs with Nissin 4-pots (front) and a 316mm disc with a 2-pot Brembo (rear) to try to pull this beast down from speed!

Triumph motorcycle dealers across Canada have some great discount offers on the most popular models RIGHT NOW.* So check out these offers, visit your local dealer, and bring home your favorite Triumph motorcycle today.

Buy a Daytona 675 and get c$500 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior model year Daytona 675 by June 30, 2009!*

Buy a Speed Triple and get c$1,000 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior model year Speed Triple by June 30, 2009!*


Buy a Sprint ST and get c$1,000 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior year Sprint ST and Sprint ST ABS before June 30, 2009.*

Buy a Tiger 1050 and get c$1,000 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior year Tiger or Tiger ABS before June 30, 2009.*

Buy a Scrambler and get c$750 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a 2009 or prior year Scrambler before June 30, 2009.*

Buy a Triumph from the Rocket III Family of motorcycles and get c$1,500 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior model year Rocket III, Rocket III Classic, Rocket III Classic Tourer or Rocket III Touring before June 30, 2009.*

Buy an America/Speedmaster and get c$750 in genuine Triumph clothing or accessories when you purchase a new 2009 or prior year America or Speedmaster before June 30, 2009.*

Triumph is celebrating 107 years of Triumph motorcycles by way of an "Anniversary Days - Open House." It's set to take place between April 28th and May 2, 2009.

Not only are Triumph celebrating 107 years; it's the 50th year of the Bonneville, the 60th year of the Thunderbird, and the 15th year of the original Speed Triple.

Stop in at participating dealerships on Saturday - May 2, 2009 for an "Anniversary Days" reception where all are welcome.

Each location will organize its own schedule of events so you can expect to meet some great people and see some amazing Triumph Motorcycles.

The list of participating Canadian dealerships includes:

- Blackfoot Motorcyle - Calgary, AB
- Echo Cycle - Edmonton, AB
- British Italian Motorcycles - Vancouver, BC
- C&S Motorcyles - Sidney, BC
- Southwest Motorrad - Kelowna, BC
- Western Powersports - Langley, BC
- GP Bikes - Ajax, ON
- Inglis Cycle Center - London, ON
- J&R Cycle - Stayner, ON
- Ottawa Goodtime Center - Ottawa, ON
- Rev Cycles - Toronto, ON
- Sturgess Cycle - Hamilton, ON
- Monette Sports - Laval, QC
- Moto Montreal Cycle - Montreal, QC
- European Motorrad - Saskatoon, SK

* Image courtesy Triumph Canada.

Transport Canada has been busy the last few days with several recall notices published for a few different manufacturers. If you own a BMW and you've been on some web forums you've probably heard rumors of the BMW recall but now it's officially in Transport Canada's database.

Here's all the details -

Make, Model, Year Affected: Triumph, ROCKET III CLASSIC TOURING, 2008 2009
Transport Canada Recall # 2009107
Recall Date: 2009/04/14
Units affected: 47

Details:

On certain motorcycles, the tires may experience a torque-induced degradation in a body ply. The degradation may result in inner-liner cracking that may lead to a slow leak in the rear tire. Loss of air pressure could cause the rider to lose vehicle control, which may result in property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace both tires.

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Make, Model Year Affected: Buell 1125R 2008, Buell XB12R 2009, Buell XB12SCG 2009
Transport Canada Recall # 2009111
Recall Date: 2009/04/15
Units affected: 271

Details:

On certain motorcycles, the front brake line may contact the front tire. The resultant chafe damage could create a hole in the line. Brake fluid leakage could ultimately result in loss of front braking capability which, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, could result in a crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will re-route the front brake line.

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Make, Model, Year Affected: BMW, F800GS, 2009
Transport Canada Recall # 2009112
Recall Date: 2009/04/16
Units affected: 105

Details:

On certain motorcycles, the front wheel quick-release axle may not have been manufactured to specifications. The quick-release axle might be of reduced wall thickness which, under severe loads (off-roading, for example), could cause the axle to break. This could result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the quick-release axle.

Internet rumor is growing about a new model for Triumph. Rumor has it that Triumph is working on a new 1050cc Triumph Daytona! Please say it's true! There are pictures of said rumored bike floating around too. Word is the pictures are photoshopped but if Triumph makes this bike I can see them selling a lot of them.

We're not one to quote Paris Hilton, but this thing is hot!

That passenger seat doesn't look very comfortable, but hey, you won't be riding on the back now will you?

Clearly if Triumph were thinking of producing such a bike they'd have to make some changes. Namely, those impossibly small headlights. Performance/luxury automotive companies such as Porsche and Audi are using similar styled lights but (correct me if I'm wrong - or comment below) they're just used as daytime running lights and/or turn signals on those models. Still, even if they did have to update the lights it'd still look great.

*If you know the official source of the photos let us know. They do have a watermark but we can't read it. Plus, they may have been added later.

In 2009 all the Triumph parallel twin powered models in North America will receive an update to an electronic fuel injection system which exceeds Euro 3 as well as EPA and CARB emissions standards.

Even though the bikes will have EFI, it's cleverly hidden so that it retains the classic look of the carbaurated models.

According to Triumph:

"All new 2009 parallel twin engine platforms will include electronic fuel injection (EFI). This new technology affects all the Modern Classics: Bonneville, Bonneville T100, Scrambler, and Thruxton. The America and Speedmaster, in the Cruiser range, already received this upgrade in 2008.

Triumph has been able to preserve the classic look of the engine while the technologically advanced internal engine design has been modified to accommodate the EFI update. The fuel injectors have been skillfully hidden by throttle bodies designed to look like carburetors. The fuel injected engine produces a perfect balance of efficiency and performance while maintaining its exceptional fuel economy. The 2009 parallel twin engine maintains its classic look with polished fins and remains true to its heritage.

The changeover from carburetors to electronic fuel injection is in direct response to the European emissions legislation."

Triumph released information about a new model that will be available starting in November - the Street Triple R. With some upgraded, fully adjustable suspension and the already highly successful middleweight 675 three cylinder engine it looks as if Triumph has another winner on its hands.

Here's the news straight from the Canadian section of Triumph's website:

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Triumph launched the new Street Triple R today at a press launch on the Isle of Man. This new model is based on the successful Street Triple, is powered by the world renowned Daytona 675 and takes its styling queues from the original hooligan bike, the Speed Triple. The Street Triple R has been designed to rival traditional supersport machines with its superb handling and exceptional stopping power, while offering the comfort and attitude of a streetfighter.

The Street Triple R comes fully equipped with race track technology and can be finely tuned for all road and track conditions. At its heart is the highly-acclaimed fuel-injected 675cc three-cylinder engine, producing 107 bhp at 11,700rpm.

The bike gleans a fully adjustable sports suspension and powerful four-piston radial brakes from the award-winning Daytona 675. The fully-adjustable 41mm upside down forks and an adjustable rear monoshock unit deliver confident handling, while the radially-mounted four piston calipers grabbing twin 308mm brake discs make for quick stopping.

The sporty feel of this motorcycle is completed with wide, tapered aluminum handlebars from Magura. A 5mm taller seat height puts the Street Triple R rider in the perfect position to attack the twisties or carve its way through the urban jungle.

The Street Triple R’s distinctive look includes two all-new exclusive color schemes: Matte Graphite with orange graphics and Matte Blazing Orange with grey graphics. Both color options are further enhanced by black anodized forks and a two-tone black and graphite seat.

Key features at a glance:

- Fully adjustable suspension front and rear
- Powerful four-piston Nissin radial calipers and radial master cylinder front brakes
- Smooth and torquey 107 bhp 675cc three cylinder engine
- Magura tapered aluminum handlebars for genuine streetfighter look
- Full range of Triumph accessories allows riders to tailor bike to individual tastes
- Two-tone black and graphite seat
- Exclusive new color schemes: Matte Graphite with orange decals or Matte Blazing Orange with grey decals

This new bully, the Street Triple R, will be available in dealerships in November.

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For more details check out Triumph's website at: http://www.triumph.co.uk/canada/

In a bit of a deperture from the typical big v-twin cruiser, Triumph is going to be offering a big parallel twin as a 2010 model which will go on sale as a 2009 model.

The motorcycle will sport a 1,600cc parallel twin mated to a 6 speed and belt drive. The bike will be offered with accessories to change its appearance and function from custom cruiser to fully dressed tourer. ABS will also be an option.

This could certanily appeal to those looking for something a little different. The styling looks classic cruiser but that engine layout says "All New."

These Internet rumors have not been researched or substantiated (for the most part) but they are some tantilizing rumors so we thought we'd help them along.

- BMW may revive the C1 covered scooter or if that is too wild they'll look to build another type of scooter to get in on the bustling demand for these highly fuel efficient vehicles. Those engineers are going to have their work cut out for them making this thing look cool. It is an interesting concept though; one that would certainly be appealing to some.

- Some BMW dealers are hinting at a 675cc Triple that will be available in 2010. Say what!? Yes - you read correctly... A BMW Triple. That's three cylinders - just like the Triumph 675. That would be quite surprising development if true. Rumor has it that one US dealership is already taking deposits and reports of hp numbers around 130 are floating around too.

- Michael Schumacher has teamed up with helmet maker Schuberth to produce a race track ready and specific helmet. Now if we could only get the Schuberth helmets in Canada this might be a good seller. This rumor seems to have some truth to it. We were able to find some pictures and information on it. Nice looking helmet! Here's a link.

- Triumph is said to be working on a 675 cc version of the 1050 cc Tiger, to be called the 'Tiger Cub'. A new frame (or at least a modified version of one) will be necessary to allow for longer travel suspension at the rear and an increase in ground clearance, and some longer forks. However, a minor engine retune is all that will be required making this seem like a real possibility.