What category is the 2012 Triumph Rocket III Touring?

General information
Category	Touring
Model	Triumph Rocket III Touring
Year	2012

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	Wet. multi-plate
Transmission type,final drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Digital-inductive type via engine management system
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with twin butterflies and progressive linkage on primary butterflies
Bore x stroke	101.6 x 94.3 mm (4.0 x 3.7 inches)
Compression	8.7:1
Torque	203.40 Nm (20.7 kgf-m or 150.0 ft.lbs) @ 2500
Power	105.00
Engine type	In-line three, four-stroke
Capacity:	2294.00 ccm (139.98 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	316 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc
Rear tyre dimensions	180/70-R16
Front tyre dimensions	150/80-R16
Rear suspension	Kayaba chromed spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel
Front suspension	Kayaba 43mm forks with fully shrouded uppers. 120mm travel
Rake (fork angle)	32.0°
Frame type	Tubular steel. twin spine

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	22.33 litres (5.90 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,704 mm (67.1 inches)
Overall width	993 mm (39.1 inches)
Overall length	2,601 mm (102.4 inches)
Overall height	1,181 mm (46.5 inches)
Seat height	729 mm (28.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	394.2 kg (869.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Jet Black. Eclipse Blue/Azure Blue. Jet Black/New England White
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

148 hp

Peak Power

3.7s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track25%

City35%

Cornering45%

Daily Riding65%

Touring88%

Passenger85%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a machine best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable managing enormous mass and torque at low speeds.
Purpose	Built for effortless, high-torque long-distance cruising rather than nimble sport riding, with massive shaft-driven muscle to eat highway miles.
Rider Fit	Its nearly 400kg wet weight and low-speed heft demand good upper body strength and confidence in parking lots, U-turns, and stop-and-go traffic.
Character	A brutish, torque-monster tourer that flexes a huge triple-cylinder engine while wrapping the rider in cruiser-style comfort and long-haul amenities.
Not Ideal For	This is not the bike for riders seeking flickable agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, easy-to-manage commuter.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 729mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Triumph Rocket III Touring, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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