2020 Rocket runs 10.5@126 stock!!!

[Kevin frazier]

I think the power is less important really. The torque makes it a great road bike. You’re jail levels of illegal in the blink of an eye anyway - for me, that ‘rear ended by a Japanese bullet train’ level of grunt actually does make it king of its class. The XDiavel and Diavel, both of which I’ve owned are truly great bikes, but this TFC makes me want to go ride, more than either of those ever did.

The TFC to me also is an amazing bike, the finish is spectacular, it is a rocket, with an extra gear. Enjoy brutha, cool avatar u got

 

[Mighty Mouse]

As I stated before. A skilled rider on a 100 HP bike will dominate an average rider on a bike with 120 HP.

 

[Dr.D]

I have to admit I’m a numbers guy. I like to see big numbers and a sweet graph. When I had my other bike built I was hoping for a bit more low end TQ. I was told I might could re-degree the cams to get a better low end but I might loose some of the peak HP.

I couldn’t bear to come down off the +200 HP so I left it.

I might seek to build the TFC for more power when the parts and technology are available but I can live with it as is today. Going out on it tomorrow and I bet it will feel very good. There really is more to this bike than the numbers. I also bet I get a positive comment or two from the onlookers.

 

[Ishrub]

I just wanna be like ricky thats all

You have a red hat already but I think you will need singing lessons too to pull the chicks like Ricky!

Ricky May - NZ's Sinatra

 

[Ishrub]

High lift cams cost Triumph the same as regular cams. A little bigger intake valve would have cost the same as what they put in stock. High compression pistons cost the same as low compression pistons. They could have built in more power for the same cost. Yes EPA/Euro regs are the biggest hurdle, but there are vehicles with less displacement making 200 hp and passing Government compliance. Yes we built ours for more hp, but Triumph could have done that from the factory too, especially since regs were not as stringent then. Why build such a massive motor and not make it king of it's class?

Maybe easier and less costly engine development design/spec level to meet Euro 5 or whatever they are up to. Still relies on old tech cubic grunt in a much more developed chassis/tech package which is still trailing other richer, bigger and better resourced manufacturers. Nothing wrong with that though.

More power is more fuel is higher carbon and other chemical exhaust output. More than enough power for 95% of buyers and users vs cost for small run production numbers trying to meet a price point.

 

[Tal]

...shes a speed triple on steriods....

 

[CanberraR3]

I have to admit I’m a numbers guy. I like to see big numbers and a sweet graph. When I had my other bike built I was hoping for a bit more low end TQ. I was told I might could re-degree the cams to get a better low end but I might loose some of the peak HP.

I couldn’t bear to come down off the +200 HP so I left it.

I might seek to build the TFC for more power when the parts and technology are available but I can live with it as is today. Going out on it tomorrow and I bet it will feel very good. There really is more to this bike than the numbers. I also bet I get a positive comment or two from the onlookers.

Two words - DYNO SHOPPING.

 

[Jvheli]

I wouldn’t stress over any of the data. ALL manufacturers list engine (crank shaft) hp and tq. I work in a lab that does just that! ISO certified, calibrated, engineering grade absorption dyno.

What I’ve come to really appreciate, is a great running bike. No stumbles, clean pulls, steady idle. You can’t ride a dyno sheet y’all. It’s a comparative tuning tool, not a measure of if you have the right bike!

I spent a small fortune on my bike, it performs on paper less than advertised, however it runs GREAT!

 

[sonny]

Agree 100%. Believe but could be wrong the purpose of a GOOD dyno is not max horse power. It is to smooth out the power curve and make the bike run better overall.

 

[Jvheli]

Agree 100%. Believe but could be wrong the purpose of a GOOD dyno is not max horse power. It is to smooth out the power curve and make the bike run better overall.

The purpose in my opinion, is a properly tuned bike will make an engine more efficient, max power should be the byproduct of the tuning not the sole goal.

I’ve ridden bikes with “big” dyno numbers that ran like dog $hit! Where I live is a Mecca of motorcycle tuners. Many go to where the big numbers are produced. Fact Is all they get is an expensive tune that underperforms.