Triumph's wickedly enjoyable British bulldog, the Speed Triple, is turning 15 this year, and there's a new special-edition model of the 1050cc machine on the way.
Based on the standard machine, which underwent some minor updates for the 2008 model year, the limited-edition model also comes with a metallic black colour scheme, red pinstriped wheels, 15th anniversary decals, colour-matched bellypan and flyscreen, and a gel seat normally found in the genuine accessories catalogue.
The tank features the signature of Triumph owner John Bloor, who's normally not one to parade himself so publicly. In other words, he must be excited about this one.
Each special-edition buyer will also receive an exclusive 15th anniversary watch.
The bike is expected to hit our shores early 2009, with pricing yet to be announced.
Meanwhile, Triumph Australia has announced an expansion of its dealer network. The new outlets are:
Mt Isa Motorcycles
125 Camooweal Street
Mt Isa, Qld 4825
Tel: (070 4743 7026
Fax: (07) 4743 8680
Sunstate Triumph
96 Beach Road
Hervey Bay, Qld 4655
Tel: (07) 4124 2322
Fax: (07) 4124 8617
Also, Victoria has a brand new flagship store in Melbourne:
City Triumph
115 A'Beckett Street (just around the corner from its previous location in Elizabeth Street)
Melbourne, 3000
Tel: (03) 9348 6550
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