British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph will continue its ride on American roads with a new powerful version of its already monster bike, the Rocket III.

Promising its most powerful version yet of its Rocket III, the Rocket III Roadster, Triumph moves out of pure cruiser territory into the ultimate muscle streetfighter category, bringing the biggest torque found on any production motorcycle.

Expected on the showroom floor in Britain in early 2010, many expect the model to ride onto American shores shortly after.

For over a decade Triumph has produced iconic bikes which perfectly blend design, character, charisma and performance. And, producing around 50,000 bikes per year, Triumph is the largest British automotive manufacturer in the country.

Coming in two mean and moody black color options, metallic Phantom Black or an aggressive Matt Black alternative, the Rocket III Roadster is powered by an updated version of Triumph’s iconic three-cylinder 2,294cc powerplant. Maximum power has increased over the outgoing Rocket III, with torque up 15%, to a mighty 221Nm.

Triumph’s sophisticated anti-lock braking system is fitted as standard to the Rocket III Roadster, which is the first time that an ABS system has been specified to the Rocket III platform. The bike has received extensive ergonomic and quality improvements over the previous model.

New ergonomics provide the Rocket III Roadster with a completely different riding experience from its predecessors.
 
The footrests are now further back, lower down and more inboard, creating a more comfortable riding position, which non-cruiser riders will feel at home with. The plush new seat positions the rider higher and further forward than before, giving a relaxed and natural leg position while reducing the reach to the handlebars. The result is a Rocket that is easier to steer through corners than previous incarnations.

New rear suspension units have been designed to offer a more controlled ride than before, while the main components are blacked  out to reinforce the Rocket III’s aggressive image. All modifications have been designed to release more power and torque and optimize the aural experience while creating a more balanced appearance.

The Triumph Rocket III Roadster has been priced at £10,949 for the British market with its touring version set £12,999. Although direct currency conversions aren't accurate for American pricing, those price points translate to $17,441 and $20,707 accordingly.