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Rocket III Classic

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2009 Triumph Rocket III Classic Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Triumph's classic motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Triumph Rocket III Classic relies on a 2294 cc (140 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line three, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches) with a 8.7:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the Rocket III Classic measures 320 kg (705 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,695 mm (66.7 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Triumph archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2006 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
740 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 2294.0 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line three, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line three, four-stroke
Compression 8.7:1
Bore x Stroke 101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Multipoint sequential electonic fuel injection twin butterflies. progressive linkage on primary butterflies
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Wet. multi-plate
Chassis
Rake 32.0°
Trail 152 mm (6.0 inches)
Front Suspension Kayaba 43mm upside down forks. 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel
Wheelbase 1695 mm (66.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 150/80-R17
Rear Tyre 240/50-R16
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 316 mm (12.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds)
Seat Height 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1165 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall Length 2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Overall Width 970 mm (38.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons)
Other
Color Options Pacific Blue/Aluminium Silver, Cherry Red/New England White
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