Kiwi Rider October Vol.2 2022 | Page 96

ROAD NEWS

NO TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE RR BOND EDITION FOR NZ

Triumph Motorcycles ’ latest special edition motorcycle celebrates the brand ’ s connection to cinema ’ s longest-running series - BOND . But , unfortunately for Kiwi Triumph and Bond fans the Speed Triple RR Bond Edition won ’ t be heading to Kiwi shores . The Speed Triple RR Bond Edition is the firm ’ s third Bond-themed special since the Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition and Tiger 900 Bond Editions which both sold out . Built to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Bond franchise , just 60 examples of the Speed Triple RR Bond Edition will be made . That ’ s exclusive enough for even James himself . The Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition builds on the incredible partnership between these two iconic British brands , which began with No Time To Die , where Triumph ’ s Tiger 900 and Scrambler 1200 featured in key action sequences . So what makes the Bond Edition Speed Triple RR special you ask ? Kicking things off is a sophisticated threecolour scheme in Black , Granite Grey and Storm Grey with the official “ 60 Years of Bond ” commemorative logo on the tank sides . All 25 James Bond movies , in their original title fonts , are present in the striking Bond Edition tank top design , including the latest film , No Time To Die , that marked the beginning of Triumph ’ s role as the official motorcycle partner of Bond . The cockpit comes with a stunning and distinctive gun barrel design , reminiscent of probably the most iconic film opening sequence of all time and , adding extra desirability , the hand-painted gold lining across the cockpit and rear tail unit completes the beautiful and unique design of the Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition . The stealthy look of the new Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition is complemented by the premium custom-made gold logos , which feature across the motorcycle , matching the gold of the Öhlins front forks . The Triumph triangle badge on the tank also stands apart thanks to its unique gold detailing , also featured on the Speed Triple 1200 RR logo on the side fairing . Strictly limited to only 60 worldwide , each Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition is individually numbered from 1 to 60 on a dedicated new handlebar clamp badge , which also features official James Bond branding . Adding a further element of exclusivity , and helping to protect the bike in true James Bond style , each limited-edition RR will come complete with a custom 007™ indoor bike cover , featuring custom James Bond design detailing . To protect these bikes as investments ( which let ’ s face it , they will be ) each of the sixty motorcycles will also come with a unique certificate of authenticity , hand-signed by Triumph ’ s CEO , Nick Bloor . The Speed Triple RR Bond Edition looks the part for sure , it ’ s just a shame that none are heading our way . At least in an official capacity .

96 KIWI RIDER