The new Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition gets its name from the bike’s performance numbers, which translates to 221 Nm of peak torque and gets a special paint scheme and decals.
see photosTriumph Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition comes with red hopper paint on the fuel tank
Triumph Motorcycles has launched the new Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition in India, priced at Rs 21.40 lakh (ex-showroom). The special edition offering has been launched alongside the Bonneville edition and will be available in limited numbers. New Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition gets a unique color scheme and will be on sale for one year only. The name of the special offering is derived from the Rocket 3’s performance numbers, which translates to 221 Nm of peak torque. The new colors further add to the bold and attractive look of the motorcycle, which is powered by one of the largest displacement engines on two wheels.
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The Rocket 3 221 Special Edition is powered by the same 2,458 cc motor that makes 165 Bhp and 221 Nm of peak torque.
The Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition gets red hopper paint on the fuel tank and front mudguard, and Sapphire creates a nice contrast with the black mudguard bracket, headlight bowl, flyscreen, side panels, rear bodywork and radiator cowl. The special edition is further enhanced by 221 knee pad graphics as well as subtle tank-top graphics. The single-sided swingarm and hidden pillion footrest have been retained from the stock version.
The Triumph Rocket 3 GT is powered by a 2,458 cc three-cylinder engine that develops 221 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm, the world’s highest torque on a production motorcycle. The motor produces 165 bhp at 6,000 rpm and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with torque-assist hydraulic clutch. The three-header exhaust delivers a soulful sound and remains one of the design highlights on the motorcycle.
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The Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition gets a distinctive color scheme with red hopper fuel tank and front mudguards.
Due to the similar components of the cycle, the Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition uses the same suspension package with fully adjustable Showa monoshock rear suspension and USD Showa cartridge forks at the front. Braking duties are handled by Brembo Stilma four-piston radial monoblock calipers, with twin 320 mm floating discs at the front and Brembo M4.32 four-piston monoblock calipers mated to 300 mm single discs at the rear. The wheels are lightweight cast aluminum and are fitted with Avon Cobra chrome tyres.
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The Rocket 3 GT 221 Special Edition gets a host of electronic aids including cornering ABS, cornering traction control, and inertial measurement unit (IMU), which brings four riding modes – Road, Rain, Sport and a rider configurable option. The bike also gets TFT screen, hill hold control, cruise control, keyless ignition and keyless steering lock along with an under-seat USB charging socket.
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