Well, now we know where Sam will be this weekend, at least. Still in Scotland.
The Scottish motorcycle show is this weekend 👇
Ingliston is near Edinburgh. 👇
I'm hearing in DM that there's also a Scotland vs Ireland 6 Nations Rugby match on Sunday in Edinburgh. Sooooo, looks like Sam will be in Edinburgh area this weekend.
Exciting New Colour Options For Triumph’s 2024 Line-up
Distinctive and dynamic new colour choices are on the way across the Roadster, Rocket 3 and Tiger and Tiger Sport line-ups for Model Year 2024, all available to order now.
Bold colour schemes for Speed Triple 1200 RS and Trident 660
- Speed Triple 1200 RS £15,795 OTR
o Carnival Red NEW (+£300)
o Matt Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
- Trident 660 £7,895 OTR
o Jet Black & Triumph Racing Yellow NEW (+£300)
o Silver Ice & Diablo Red
o Matt Jet Black & Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
Sophisticated colour scheme for both Rocket 3 models
- Rocket 3 R £21,995 OTR
o Sapphire Black & Carnival Red with Silver Ice NEW (+£600)
o Matt Silver Ice
o Sapphire Black
- Rocket 3 GT £22,695 OTR
o Sapphire Black & Carnival Red with Silver Ice NEW (+£600)
o Sapphire Black
Tigers sport striking new schemes
- Tiger 850 Sport £10,095 OTR
o Graphite & Jet Black NEW
o Graphite & Diablo Red
- Tiger Sport 660 £8,945 OTR
o Snowdonia White & Jet Black NEW
o Jet Black & Graphite NEW (+£100)
o Korosi Red & Graphite
BOLD COLOUR SCHEMES FOR SPEED TRIPLE 1200 RS AND TRIDENT 660
Speed Triple 1200 RS
The ultimate performance naked sports bike is now available in three stylish colourways, including an all-new striking and dynamic Carnival Red scheme, alongside contemporary Matt Silver Ice and Sapphire Black options, all complemented by distinctive silver RS graphics.
The bright new scheme includes a Carnival Red fuel tank, headlight finisher, side panels, rear bodywork, seat cowl and belly pan and natural carbon front mudguard, finished with Aluminium Silver RS graphics.
Trident 660
Triumph’s sporty and agile triple-powered Trident 660 gains a striking new colour option for 2024, with a Jet Black and Triumph Racing Yellow scheme. It features the distinctive Triumph logo tank design, just like the existing Silver Ice and Diablo Red, and popular Matt Jet Black and Silver Ice options. A classic Sapphire Black option completes the four colour line-up.
The new scheme features a Jet Black fuel tank, headlight bezel and front mudguard, plus a dramatic Triumph Racing Yellow radiator cowl, rear bodywork and mudguard graphic.
SOPHISTICATED NEW COLOURS FOR TRIUMPH’S ROCKET 3 LINE-UP
Rocket 3 R
The ultimate muscle roadster is now available in three sophisticated colour options; Matt Silver Ice, a classic Triumph Sapphire Black, and a stunning new Sapphire Black and Carnival Red scheme with Silver Ice detailing.
The new Sapphire Black fuel tank features a Carnival Red infill with a Silver Ice coachline graphic, as well as a Sapphire Black fly screen, headlight bowl, side panels, mudguard and lower radiator cowl and Matt Aluminum Silver upper radiator cowl and mudguard brackets.
Rocket 3 GT
Triumph’s world-leading Rocket 3 GT will come in two sophisticated colour options, with a metallic Sapphire Black, underlining the Rocket’s muscular presence, and the same striking new Sapphire Black and Carnival Red scheme with Silver Ice detailing that can be seen on the Rocket 3 R.
TIGERS SPORT STRIKING NEW SCHEMES
Tiger Sport 850
Triumph’s perfect road-focussed adventure all-rounder comes in two distinctive colourways with a bold Graphite and Diablo Red scheme and a sophisticated new Graphite and Jet Black option.
This features a Jet Black tank end panel, lower radiator cowl, beak and mudguard, Graphite fuel tank and seat panel and textured radiator duct exit.
Tiger Sport 660
Triumph’s award-winning and versatile triple-powered Tiger Sport 660 is available in three stylish colourways, with the sophisticated new Snowdonia White and Jet Black or Jet Black and Graphite options joining the bold and distinctive Korosi Red and Graphite scheme to complete the line-up.
The first new colourway includes a Snowdonia White fuel tank, fairing and cockpit, Jet Black rear panel, front mudguard and radiator cowl, while the second new option has a Jet Black fuel tank, cockpit fairing and rear panel, with a Graphite front mudguard and radiator cowl.
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Sam's new bike is SWEET! Posted @withregram • @samheughan “Sassenach Scrambler” So fun unveiling my new custom bike at #scottishbikeshow Huge thank you to the amazing team for building the bike of my dreams! @westcoasttriumphglasgow @westcoastharley @hurleycustomseats and Gavin for the incredible @sassenachspirits paint job. 🏍️ @triumphuk @officialtriumph #triumphuk #Sassenach #sassenachspirits #samheughan ##sassenachscrambler #outlander https://www.instagram.com/p/CppxOuQulII/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Took a trip over to the @triumphuk @completelynorthwales and seen this. Mrs H said she wants it to look at not ride 🤦🤷 #triumph #triumphuk #completelynorthwales #bsb #oultonpark #motobike #motorcycle (at Oulton Park Race Track) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci4lUiQor4d/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Is a motorcycle the best place to be hidden shot glasses and hip flask at the headlight's side at the front? It does not seem a decorative element on his motorcycle 🏍️ is for a drink.
SH and West Coast Triumph promoting alcohol 🥃 is an irresponsible and unconscious attitude to alcohol, as it would appeal to teenagers and imply that drinking is a key to social success or acceptance.
Alcohol Affects Your Ride. Indeed, his Sassenach whisky 🥃 promotion idea misjudged a corner coupled with speed. “So don't drink and ride” failing to identify road hazards can and will put the rider in harm’s way.
WEIRD THINGS HAPPEN WHEN YOU MIX BIKES AND BOOZE. The fact remains alcohol is an intrinsic part of his life and is likely to remain so. What's more, There's a reason certain people drink alcohol to them, it's fun. The problem, of course, is deciding where the fun stops and the danger begins. “Booze and Bikes don’t Mix. ⛔
Promoting means not only encouraging people to like or buy but also use, do, or support something: In a motorcycle events venue 🏍️ SH’s promoting alcohol is not appropriate it’s unwise. Alcohol should not irresponsibly link with activities or locations in which drinking would be unsafe… Advertising and marketing materials should not encourage or condone driving any motor vehicle after drinking.
The consumption of Scotch Whisky must not be portrayed or encouraged before or during the use of driving or undertaking any potentially hazardous pursuit or pastime.
This shows why Scotland 🏴 wants tighter restrictions on advertising regulations to ensure young people have far greater protection from alcohol advertising.
Some people are just too dumb to make basic decisions and need to be told. Managing Alcohol 🥃 in a Motorcycle Event and Venue: “The risk is sensible, yours is stupid”
Sam posted some photos today. I think he want us to think that he is in UK now, because of all sponsoring. I think he is in Los Angeles, and like almost every time he is on the other side of the planet, he want us to think that he is at home in UK. He has almost the same clothes as he had at the restaurateur 8th July, except another t-shirt. But have you hear anything about the photo on Facebook that he is in Los Angeles?
Referring to this pic 👇
I think you may be right. It wouldn't be the first time Sam has posted a latergram or has posted a pic NOT where he is. I haven't gotten anymore info about the alleged fan pic in L.A. so who knows. Regardless, if he's not done filming yet and hasn't left the UK, he will after this week, since that's when filming will be done for sure, and hiatus will start.
PS. Notice how one of the rumored women that Sam may be interested in "liked" this pic. Mhm. 😊🤔
Triumph Motorcycles has officially launched the new TF 250-X, revealing a class-leading power to weight ratio and the most complete specification package ever to launch into the ultra-competitive 250cc motocross market.
Developed entirely by Triumph in close collaboration with racing champions including Ricky Carmichael and Iván Cervantes, the new four stroke competition model is an all-new ground-up design. The performance racing powertrain and unique aluminium chassis are ultra compact and super light, with all the best components on the market, already fitted out of the crate.
With a focused, aggressive style, the TF 250-X is slim, yet bold and will be instantly recognisable on the track, with its minimal and lightweight presence and distinctive Triumph Racing Yellow and black graphics scheme.
A new Triumph network of specialist motocross dealers, will be offering sales, servicing, parts and a new dedicated range of apparel, backed by a mobile-optimised 24/7 online parts supply system, so customers can order for express delivery, straight from the track.
Triumph Motorcycles’ Chief Product Manager, Steve Sargent, said: “The launch of the TF 250-X is the culmination of a significant commitment and investment from Triumph, to not just bring a totally new bike to the motocross world, but to deliver a winning performance. To achieve this, we are focused on delivering the most complete package for any riding level, from champion to amateur.
“This bike is 100% Triumph, conceived, designed, developed and manufactured by our world leading chassis and engine teams, with expert support from our racing champions. We started with a blank sheet of paper and began an all-new ground-up design, including a new engine, new chassis and new electronics.”
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Performance Racing Powertrain
Triumph has developed an all-new performance racing powertrain, a competition four stroke single, that is ultra compact and super light. With a forged aluminium piston and titanium valves, the engine also has diamond-like carbon low friction coatings, lightweight magnesium covers and an Exedy Belleville clutch.
Advanced engine management and tunability is complemented by the optional accessory MX Tune Pro app, enabling riders to use real-time user selectable mapping, a real-time engine sensor dashboard and live diagnostic functionality, through a controlled programmable engine management system.
Aluminium Chassis
The unique aluminium chassis has a high strength, lightweight spine frame with twin cradles, designed for the optimum balance of performance, mass and flexibility. The total weight of the bike will see the new TF 250-X set a new benchmark for the best ‘power-to-weight’ ratio in the category. It also delivers a high level of tunability to suit different riders and styles.
Top Tier Specification
The TF 250-X features premium, top tier componentry throughout, adding up to an unrivalled specification for a production bike in this category. KYB suspension tops the list, with 48mm AOS coil forks, forged and machined 7075-T6 aluminium triple clamps and a three-way piggyback coil rear shock.
The premium Brembo braking system features twin 24mm piston floating front caliper, a single 26mm piston floating rear caliper and Galfer 260mm front and 220mm rear discs. DirtStar 7000 Series aluminium rims and machined aluminium hubs are fitted with Pirelli Scorpion MX32 mid-soft tyres. Pro-Taper ACF carbon core bars and ODI half-waffle lock on grips complete the set up.
Competition Accessories
In addition to the high level of specification already included as standard, Triumph has worked with the biggest, premium brands to create a dedicated range of competition accessories to further enhance performance and capability.
These accessories include:
- Akrapovič full titanium exhaust system
- XTrig hole shot device
- Athena LC-GPA launch control module with rider-selectable enhanced traction control and launch control settings and LED engine speed indicator
- MX Tune Pro wi-fi module
- Performance gripper seat and seat cover
- Bodywork replacement kit
Triumph’s Motocross dealer centres will also be stocking a new clothing range, available side by side to the new TF 250-X. Launched by Triumph in partnership with Alpinestars, the range includes Motocross and Enduro boots and apparel.
Specialist Triumph MX Centres
From Spring 2024, new specialist Triumph Motocross and Enduro centres will be opening in Europe, Australia and USA, with 300 opening by the end of 2024. These are dedicated, fully trained, specialist off-road centres, providing sales, servicing, parts, clothing and race support.
This network is backed up with a unique 24/7 parts and accessories supply system. Available from the Triumph website, this new electronic parts and accessory catalogue is fully optimized for mobile, so riders can search for parts and place orders while out at the track. Riders can select what they need, check availability, and price, and place an order for express delivery, standard. Delivery, or click and collect from their local Triumph motocross dealer.
Within the UK there will be seven regional centres at time of launch. To find your local dealer be sure to visit the find a dealer page on the Motocross and Enduro page on the website.
Racing Pedigree
Triumph’s globally renowned engineering teams bring expertise in precision engineering, innovation and award-winning quality. These teams are behind Triumph’s greatest modern racing achievements, including the Moto2TM championship where Triumph’s engines have helped to transform the class, setting new Moto2 lap and speed records at tracks around the world. From factory World Supersport racing, to the Isle of Man TT, earning multiple Supersport wins, and even a win at Daytona 200, the teams are focused on success.
The team has been supported by some of the biggest names in motocross, including the greatest MX rider of all time, Ricky Carmichael. He has worked with Triumph’s chassis and engine teams across the journey of scoping, prototyping, testing and development.
Ricky Carmichael said: “The TF 250-X is an incredible bike. This is the bike that we set out to build. When you talk about the chassis, the powertrain, the components - it’s the best of everything you could ever want. And whether you’re a professional rider or an amateur rider, you will not be disappointed. I love this bike, it’s been such an honour to part of a project with such an iconic brand.”
Iván Cervantes, five times enduro world champion, five times Spanish MX champion and Dakar finisher has also worked across the project with Triumph’s in-house teams to bring his experience to the Triumph bike development and prototyping.
With a team like this and the TF 250-X on the start line, Triumph is well placed to begin its motocross racing programme in 2024. Entering the prestigious FIM Motocross World Championship for 2024, Triumph Racing will compete with a factory supported programme set-up in partnership with Thierry Chizat-Suzzoni, one of the sport’s most experienced and successful team owners, who will start his campaign with two of Triumph’s all-new 250cc 4-stroke MX bikes in the 2024 MX2 class, supported by new sponsor, Monster Energy.
Underpinning the commitment to win, Team Manager Vincent Bereni, is leading a crew of highly experienced technical staff all focused on bringing Triumph to the pinnacle of racing performance. Thierry and Vincent’s past racing record speaks for itself – with over 80 MXGP World Championship victories.
Clément Desalle, who joined the team as test rider, is a very experienced racer, competing at the highest level in the MXGP World Championship for 15 years. As one of the most consistent racers in the series, he claimed three Vice Champion finishes, was third in the World Championship three times and twice finished fourth. Finishing on the top step of the podium 23 times in his career, he was also crowned the Pro Open Belgian champion.
Triumph Racing’s US SuperMotocross World Championship Team is headed up by the highly talented Bobby Hewitt and team manager Steve ‘Scuba’ Westfall – this duo have proved over and over that they know how to win. They brought in a crack team including Dave Arnold, an industry AMA Hall of Fame legend for chassis development and Dudley Cramond, with over 25 years of experience of building race winning engines. The team will field the all-new TF 250-X’s in the 2024 World Championship.
On the dirt
The TF 250-X will start from £9,795 OTR and orders can be placed now at Triumph’s new motocross dealers, with bikes available for delivery from Spring 2024. For more information or to find your local dealer visit the Triumph website.
Further information about the launch of a TF 450-X and the hotly anticipated Enduro range from Triumph Motorcycles will follow later in 2024.
Specifications
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Type
Single Cylinder 4-Stroke DOHC
Capacity
249.95 cc
Bore
78 mm
Stroke
52.3 mm
Compression
14.4
System
Dell'Orto EFI
Exhaust
Single Silencer
Final Drive
13/48
Clutch
Wet Multi-Plate Belleville Spring
Gearbox
5 Speed
CHASSIS
Frame
Aluminium, Spine
Swingarm
Aluminium Fabrication
Front Wheel
21" x 1.6"
Rear Wheel
19" x 1.85"
Front Tyre
80/100 - 21
Rear Tyre
100/90 - 19
Front Suspension
KYB 48mm Coil Spring Fork, Compression/Rebound Adjustment, 310mm Travel
Rear Suspension
KYB Coil, Compression Adjustment (H and L Speed), Rebound Adjustment, 305mm Travel
Front Brakes
Brembo Twin 24mm Piston, 260mm Disc
Rear Brakes
Brembo Single 26mm Piston, 220mm Disc
Instrument Display and Functions
Hour Meter, Multifunction Switch Cubes
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Width Handlebars
836mm
Height Without Mirror
1270mm
Seat Height
960mm
Wheelbase
1492mm
Rake
27.4º
Trail
116mm
Wet weight
104kg
Tank Capacity
7 L
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