Just received this email from Triumph-a shaftie at last!

[Papa Lazarou]

Triumph introduces three new motorcycles for 2012

Fresh from recording record sales in 2011, Triumph Motorcycles will celebrate its 110th anniversary in 2012 with its strongest ever line-up, boosted by three new models which will be officially unveiled at the EICMA show in Milan, on November 8.

Triumph Tiger Explorer

Brand new for 2012 is the Tiger Explorer, a flagship model for Triumph’s Adventure range.

Following on from 2011’s phenomenally successful Tiger 800 models, which have become Europe’s best selling sub-800cc adventure tourers, the Tiger Explorer is powered by an all-new, shaft-driven, three-cylinder engine in excess of 1200cc, delivering class leading performance to the adventure touring class.

Featuring a high-specification as standard, the Tiger Explorer debuts Triumph’s new ‘ride-by-wire’ throttle system and includes cruise control, switchable ABS and traction control as standard. The high specification continues in the chassis department with a strong steel chassis and cast alloy wheels, 19” front and 17” rear, the latter showcased thanks to the stylish single-sided swingarm.

A suite of bespoke accessories have also been developed for the Tiger Explorer’s launch with hard and soft luggage, low and high seat options and a wide range of heated and electrical accessories which can be run simultaneously thanks to the Tiger Explorer’s best-in-class 950w generator.

Triumph Speed Triple R

Following the success of the uprated versions of the Street Triple and Daytona 675, Triumph is introducing a premium version of its iconic Speed Triple, the Speed Triple R.

Working in close collaboration with Swedish suspension brand Öhlins, the Speed Triple R sports the latest specification NIX30 43mm forks at the front, with a jewel like TTX36 unit at the rear. To minimise unsprung weight as much as possible, the lightweight five-spoke forged aluminium wheels from PVM are over 1.7kg lighter than those on the standard machine, delivering even more precise and agile handling. Stopping the Speed Triple R are top specification four-piston radial monoblock calipers from Brembo, the leading brand in MotoGP racing, with a switchable version of Triumph’s electronic anti-lock system available as an option. Together, the brakes and wheels offer a 5% increase in braking performance over the standard Speed Triple.

The Speed Triple R’s choice of metallic Phantom Black and Crystal White colour options are complemented with red coloured subframe and detailing, as well as the iconic gold forks, to create a sportier and more exotic look that confirm its status as Triumph’s premier naked sports model.

Triumph Steve McQueenTM Edition

Triumph has joined forces with the estate of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen to create a limited edition motorcycle that pays tribute to the late actor’s love of the British brand’s products.

Based on the classic Bonneville T100, just 1,100 of the Steve McQueenTM Edition will be sold worldwide. Featuring a host of modified parts, the design is inspired by the Triumph Trophy TR6 that McQueen insisted on riding during the famous stunt scene in The Great Escape, and features a military-style Matt Khaki Green livery, stencil-style Triumph decal on the tank and the actor’s signature on the side covers.

Featuring a solo seat and black luggage rack, the McQueen bike has also been fitted with a rugged skid plate and small black-bodied headlamp. The Triumph Steve McQueenTM Edition features a host of other blacked out components, including wheel rims and hubs, handlebars, rear springs, mirrors and front mudguard supports. To confirm the bike’s provenance, each machine is individually numbered with a plaque placed on the handlebar clamp, while owners will also receive a certificate of authenticity with their machine.

Full details of Triumph’s new-for-2012 models will be announced at Triumph’s press conference at EICMA, held on stand H26 at 12:30 local time on 8 November.

[Rincewind]

They have been making shafties for nearly eight years - see Rocket III.

[napper]

Is Steve McQueen considered as iconically cool in GB as in the states?

[bomber]

Sounds like the new Tiger will be a British Centurian to BMW's Panzer . . .

Of course, calling it a Tiger ruins the entire analogy . . . . .

[Bowtie76]

Webbike world has a picture, I'm liking it, not as much as the 800 but still a good looking bike.



http://www.webbikeworld.com/triumph-motorcycles/2012-triumph-motorcycles/


Ok I suck at the interweb but they have pictures of all 3.

[garry]

That Tiger Explorer sounds nice. I guess we'll know all the details by early November. I hope it's a proper competitor to the BMW GS and handles the full range of public roads (paved and unpaved) well (after adding crash bars, skid plate and TKC80s).

[falconati]

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[sleazy rider]

Well, hell!  No Trophy tourer?  Guess I look elsewhere for the next bike.

[Croak]

So if there's a Tiger Explorer, will there be a Tiger Standard without a shaft, and without a 19" front wheel?  

I kind of liked the fact that that the 1050 model didn't pretend so hard that it might go off-pavement, and there was a comfortable niche for a long travel standard (comfortable, see what I did there?).  

[HipGnosis]

Nice article

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/642/11500/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Triumph-Tiger-Explorer-First-Look.aspx

[HipGnosis]

Well, hell!  No Trophy tourer?  Guess I look elsewhere for the next bike.

I doubt they'd develop a shaft drive and only use it on one model.  Might have to wait a year though...

[Attack Pug]

5.3 gal tank ? WTF  if it had at least a 7 gal it would be my next bike instead of a GS

[Rincewind]

Nice article

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/642/11500/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Triumph-Tiger-Explorer-First-Look.aspx

Interesting - thanks!  

Pics from the San Mateo cycle show.  Looks like the Explorer will make the rounds on the show circuit.  

[pushr0d]

RW,

Is that a Dealer or is it Triumph US at the show?

[Rincewind]

Those pics are from the Triumph US Facebook feed.  It's Triumph US that is attending.  They have announced the following IMS show dates.


November 18-20, 2011 - San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo, CA
December 2-4, 2011 - Dallas Convention Center, Dallas, TX
December 9-11, 2011 - Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, CA
December 16-18, 2011 - Washington State Convention, Center Seattle, WA
January 6-8, 2012 - Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, MI
January 13-15, 2012 - Washington Convention Center, Washington D.C.
January 20-22, 2012 - Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
January 27-29, 2012 - I-X Center, Cleveland, OH
February 3-5, 2012 - Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
February 10-12, 2012 - Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, IL
February 24-26, 2012 - Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC

“The IMS shows are the perfect U.S. venue for Triumph to introduce our 2012 line-up,” said Greg Heichelbech, CEO of Triumph North America. Heichelbech will be formally introducing the Speed Triple R ABS and Tiger Explorer at the December 9-11 Long Beach show, and will unveil the Bonneville Steve McQueen Edition at the January 20-22 New York City show.

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/601/11554/Motorcycle-Article/Triumph-Motorcycles-in-2011-2012-IMS-Shows.aspx

[littlefield]

It's hell to be a numbers person. The Motorcycle USA article quotes Triumph saying 135 hp and 89 ft-lb both at 6400.  135 hp@ 6400 rpm is 111 ft-lb so unfortunately it doesn't add up.

[Yankee Dog]