Triumph release details of new Thruxton RS model
Triumph have released details about their all new Thruxton RS model. Billed as an evolution of the Thruxton model, it could be yours from £13,000. There are of course some improvements in power over the current Thruxton R model, but read on to find out what else is different and whether it's worth it.
New 'A Brief History of the Speed Twin' Video
Ace Classics, London, and YouTube vlogger MotoBob have got together to produce an 11 minute video giving a very brief history of the Triumph Speed Twin. Having got a Speed Twin on loan, MotoBob heads down to Ace Classics to learn about the origins of the Speed Twin and a few pieces of history in its development.
Win a Thruxton TFC in NMM Winter Raffle!
The National Motorcycle Museum have announced the results of their Summer 2019 Raffle, and have also announced the prizes for their Winter 2019 Raffle. The Summer 2019 first prize was a Trident T160, the Winter 2019 first prize will be a Thruxton TFC. You have to be in it to win it - tickets cost only £2 each (cheaper than the Euromillions lottery).
UK Launch Evenings for Street Triple RS and Rocket 3
Dates for the UK dealer launch evenings of the new models for 2020 that have so far been announced are ready to be put into your diary. The Street Triple RS is set for the 21st November 2019 whereas the Rocket 3 (R and GT) looks like it will be on the 17th December. Spaces may be limited so call your dealer.
Korie McGreevy wins Championship on Daytona 675R
The BSB Pirelli Superstock 600 Championship has been won by Korie McGreevy on a Triumph Daytona 675R. Korie McGreevy took a last lap victory in the final race of the season, taking the Championship title in the process. This only goes to show just how good and competitive the Daytona 675 still is.
Third TFC Model to be Announced in November
Triumph have announced on Facebook that as well as the new Thruxton RS, a third TFC model will also be announced in the UK on the 5th November at 8:30 am (GMT). All we know is that it will have pure unparalleled specification, performance, and style. Oh, and carbon fibre - there will be carbon fibre!
Triumph Track+ App in Development
No news on the MyTriumph app yet (apparently due late 2019), but the 'development' version of a Tracker app is still available on the Google Play Store. Called Track+ it is for the exclusive use of customers of the Triumph Track+ Tracking & Management System and Triumph Track+ tracker devices must be installed.
Triumph Offers/Promozioni on New Machines
Triumph have some great offers on at the moment - if you've been thinking of getting a new Triumph then these may just help you make up your mind. October is the start of the off-season for biking as the weather turns resulting in less sales and servicing at dealers so you can usually find a bargain or a good offer.
Classic Scrambler needed for London Photoshoot
If you have a Classic Scrambler in good condition, and don't mind taking it to London for a day, and get paid for it, then you could be in luck. A production company running a campaign for Barbour want to hear from you so they can use your bike in a photoshoot - it doesn't even need to work as it will just be in the background.
