The world will have to wait until early November to see the latest Triumph models, but British manufacturer released a sneak peak today of the new 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer, the Triumph Speed Triple R, and the limited edition Steve McQueen Bonneville.
The 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer
The BMW R1200GS has long been the king of the adventure touring world, but that could chance in 2012. Triumph made a huge splash with the Tiger 800 Explorer, and now they are confident that they can challenge the king. Triumph is being tight lipped about many of the details, but we do know that the 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer will have traction control, a fly-by-wire throttle, and a shaft driven, three cylinder engine that will be in excess of 1200ccs.
Triumph will also be launching a line of hard and soft adventure luggage, and a wide range of accessories for the Tiger Explorer. Triumph also said that the new bike will have a 950 generator which can power everything from heated clothes, to iPods, to GPS systems.
The 2012 Triumph Speed Triple R
For 2012, Triumph has added an R to its classic Speed Triple. Triumph gained accolades for its race ready Daytona 675R, and they're adding the same sort of racing features to the Speed Triple R.
The Speed Triple R will have Ohlins shocks, Brembo brakes, lightweight wheels, and a new paint job. The 2012 Speed Triple R will use the same engine as the Speed Triple, but with the race quality parts and carbon fiber frame, the R will be able to hit the track as soon as it leaves the showroom floor.
The 2012 Limited Edition Steve McQueen Bonneville
Triumph is only going to make 1100 of the Steve McQueen Bonneville, so you'll have to act fast if you want to get one.
The Steve McQueen Bonneville is based off of the classing Bonneville T100 and inspired by Triumph Trophy TR6 that McQueen rode in "The Great Escape."
The motorcycle features a solo seat, a luggage rack, and a host of blacked out features including the wheels, handlebars, rear springs, mirrors, and mudguard supports.
