Cruisers
2013Triumph Rocket III Roadster
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The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster is a heavyweight cruiser built for riders seeking raw power and distinctive character. Its massive 2294cc triple engine delivers 148 horsepower and exceptional 221 Nm torque, making it famous for combining cruiser styling with thrilling performance. Best suited to experienced riders who want a unique, shaft-driven alternative to traditional V-twins.
- Capacity
- 2294.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 327.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 148.0 HP (108.9 kW) @ 5750 RPM
What’s new for the 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Kayaba 43mm upside down forks. 120mm travel | KYB 43mm upside down forks. 120mm travel |
| Rear suspension | Kayaba black spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel | KYB black spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a muscular power-cruiser, it delivers brutal straight-line acceleration and effortless overtaking rather than nimble cornering ability.
- Built for
- The Rocket III Roadster has a dominant, torque-drenched personality that rewards relaxed, throttle-driven riding over aggressive lean-angle attacks.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for new riders, tight urban commuting, or anyone seeking a light, flickable machine for twisty backroads.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Official figures come from a gentle lab test - most riders use 10-30% more fuel than this, so expect less range in real riding, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsUS owner complaints
None filed for 2013 · 2 across all yearsNo US owner complaints are on record for the 2013 model; owners of other years of the Triumph Rocket III Roadster have filed 2.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints (United States). These are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects — a handful is normal for a popular model.
Bike Reliability
How the score works →83
out of 100Excellent
The Triumph Rocket III Roadster passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 89.3% of the time, 7.1 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 83% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
Test records don't say which version a bike is, so this covers Triumph Rocket III Roadster / Triumph Rocket III Touring together.
89.3%Passed first time
5.0%Failed outright
5.7%Fixed during test
10,000Typical miles
1,730Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Against its rivals · ranks 5 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Chief | 95 Excellent | 826 |
| 2 | Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic | 91 Excellent | 106 |
| 3 | Ducati Diavel | 84 Excellent | 9,274 |
| 4 | Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide | 84 Excellent | 705 |
| 5 | Triumph Rocket III Roadster | 83 Excellent | 1,730 |
| 6 | Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider | 80 Excellent | 387 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 2294.0 ccm
- Power
- 148.0 HP (108.9 kW) @ 5750 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 190 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- DTDXC2.30VJM-003
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 8.09 L/100km (29.1 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 7.9 CO g/km
- Torque
- 221.0 Nm (22.5 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 8.10 litres/100 km (12.3 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4526 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.6 x 101.6 mm
- Compression
- 8.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital-inductive type via engine management system
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet. multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1695 mm
- Overall length
- 2500 mm
- Overall width
- 970 mm
- Overall height
- 1165 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 327.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 367.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 24.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel. twin spine
- Front suspension
- KYB 43mm upside down forks. 120mm travel
- Rear suspension
- KYB black spring twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload. 105mm wheel travel
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 105 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 32.0°
- Trail
- 148 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 316 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 150/80-R17
- Rear tyre
- 240/50-R16
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 5.90 litres
Other
- Color options
- Phantom Black, Matte Black
- Warranty
- 24
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2294 cc | 2294 cc | 2294 cc | 2294 cc | 2294 cc | 2294 cc |
| Dry weight | 320 kg | 327 kg | 327 kg | 334 kg | 334 kg | 334 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Triumph Rocket III Roadster?
The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster has a Capacity of 2294.0 ccm (139.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Triumph Rocket III Roadster have?
The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster has a Power of 148.0 HP (108.9 kW) @ 5750 RPM.
How many gears does the Triumph Rocket III Roadster have?
The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Triumph Rocket III Roadster?
The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster has a Torque of 221.0 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM.
How much does the Triumph Rocket III Roadster weigh?
The 2013 Triumph Rocket III Roadster has a Dry weight of 327.0 kg (720.9 pounds).
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