Triumph Rocket 3 Black Editions Revealed; Limited To 1000 Units Worldwide

Triumph Motorcycles has unveiled the 2021 Rocket 3 R Black and Rocket 3 GT Triple Triple Black motorcycles for the world. The British bike maker will be producing the Limited Edition models to only 1000 units of each worldwide. And each bike will come with its own unique VIN number and a certificate of authenticity. The Triumph Rocket 3 limited editions add a dose of blacked-out elements for a sharper look. The Rocket 3 R Black gets a matte and gloss paint scheme coupled with black fuel tank badges and new black branding. The model gets a slightly aggressive position in the line-up. Alternatively, the Rocket 3 GT Triple Black gets a three-shade black paint scheme while retaining the more comfortable riding position.

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The 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R Black Edition gets a matte and gloss paint scheme

Both versions get new blacked-out components including the engine cover, exhaust headers, heat shields and end caps. The black paint theme also extends to the mudguard mounts, headlamp bezels, fly screen finishers, radiator cowls and badging. The Rocket 3 R Black Edition and the Rocket 3 GT Triple Black Edition also get a carbon-fibre front mudguard as standard fitment.

The Rocket 3 GT Triple Black gets three-shade all-black paint scheme

There are plenty of black anodised components to complete the look including fork lowers, yokes, risers and handlebar clamps, footpegs and hangers, brake and gear pedals. Other black anodised bits include the rear-frame forging, RSU rocker, swingarm guard, side stand, brake and clutch levers and bar-end mirrors with machined detailing.

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Both versions get a host of anodised components including the

Mechanically, the Triumph Rocket 3 does not get any changes. The bike continues to get a 2500 cc triple-cylinder engine, the largest production motorcycle engine in the world. The unit develops 165 bhp at 6000 rpm and 221 Nm of peak torque at 4000 rpm. The Rocket 3 can sprint from 0-100 kmph in just 2.73 seconds. Prices for the Rocket 3 R Black Edition and the Rocket 3 GT Triple Black Edition have not been revealed. The motorcycle range starts from Rs. 18.50 lakh (ex-showroom) in India and you can expect to shell out a little extra for the limited edition versions.