Triumph Recalls Speed Triple for Rear Suspension Problem

Triumph has issued a recall of certain 2008 Speed Triple motorcycles.The rear suspension unit (RSU) damping performance is controlled by a mixture of gas and oil contained within the unit. This mixture is kept inside the unit by control oil/gas seals. If the seals become damaged, the mixture will escape. Once the mixture has escaped the RSU, the rear suspension will lose its damping ability. The

Grandma's Triumph

Craig Howell, who uploads photos from every vintage motorcycle event in the Bay Area to his website (for example, his page on the 2006 Legend of the Motorcycle), sent me this photo, from a friend's family album.The woman is Erma Barth (soon to become Schopfer - that's an engagement ring on her finger), and the photo was taken around 1933 near Thale, in the Harz Mountains. March 6th, 2008 would

Triumph Recalls Sprint ST and Tiger for Luggage Rack Problem

Triumph has issued a recall of certain 2004-2008 Tiger and 2005-2008 Sprint ST motorcycles.On certain motorcycles equipped with an optional accessory luggage rack, undersized washers were used which prevents the sliding carriage from moving as intended. Reduced stability can occur if the motorcycle is ridden with the fitted accessory, exceeded maximum weight, and at speeds far in excess of the 80

Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - CC Rider and Vicki Gray

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Web site. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See CC Rider on his Triumph Bonneville and Vicki Gray on her Ducati 1098S.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along with a description of the bike.

Triumph Rocket III - Funny Video

Take a look at this short video from Triumph.