Triumph Rocket X vs Triumph Rocket III (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph Rocket Xstacks up against the Triumph Rocket III. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Triumph Rocket X | Triumph Rocket III |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 2294 cc | 2294 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 139 hp |
| Torque | 221 Nm | — |
| Weight | 334 kg | 320 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | 29 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.3 L | 6.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system. | Single disc |
| Tires | 150/80-R17 / 240/50-R16 | 150/80-R17 / 240/50-R16 |
Triumph Rocket X vs Triumph Rocket III — which should you buy?
Picking between the Triumph Rocket X and the Triumph Rocket III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph Rocket X brings 148 hp in a 334 kg package, while the Triumph Rocket III counters with 139 hp at 320 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: