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Storm makes its return for 2024 with more power than you would realistically ask for . You heard us right , the world ’ s largest series production motorcycle has just gotten a boost of power for 2024 along with a smattering of upgrades to help take the world by storm . New Zealand pricing and local arrival of the new Rocket 3 Storm R and Rocket 3 Storm GT are yet to be confirmed , however , they are expected to arrive before the end of the year . “ Known around the world as the ultimate muscle roadster , the Rocket has already achieved global sales of more than 18,000 since the 2.5 litre engine was introduced in 2019 ,” Paul Stroud , Triumph ’ s Chief Commercial Officer , said . 12 KIWI RIDER

“ By listening to feedback from our customers , we know they love the Rocket ’ s muscular presence and heart-stopping performance . We also know that riders desire even more . That ’ s why the new Rocket 3 Storm R and GT have been given an impressive power and torque increase , even greater agility and an even darker , moodier style and presence on the road .” Triumph has squeezed an 11kW ( 15PS ) gain in power from the monstrous 2458cc inline-three engine with both the new Rocket 3 Storm R and GT now delivering a massive 135kW ( 182PS ) at 7000rpm . Torque has also been increased by 4Nm , with a new peak of 225Nm at a low 4000rpm . As before , Triumph has tuned the engine to produce a flat , rich torque curve with maximum torque all the way through the mid-