Triumph Bonneville Bobber gets a modern customization to be the badass sidekick you need!

Triumph Bonneville Bobber is a good first ride for newbie riders who want a stylish cruiser bike to explore the countryside. The motorcycle is an apt canvas for any modifications to beef up its look which by the way is already badass. Not surprising that modification pros like to work on the Bobber, like we earlier saw the gorgeous Triumph VE Day commemorative bike. Now, the master customizers at Hookie have chosen the iconic motorcycle for a subtle makeover that looks totally magnetic.

The Triumph Bobber Orca is a one-off project by Hookie with small changes that make the Triumph Bobber Black 2020 stand out in a big way. It is more of a cosmetic makeover to make a thumping style statement without going too much overboard in terms of modifications. After going over the drawing board for the changes to be made – the intuitive minds at Hookie decided the right kind of materials to be used. Some were handcrafted while others 3D printed. After the custom paint job, the bike is reborn with a fresh new look, ready for the road.

The seat mount is modified on the Bobber Orca along with the custom Alcantara solo seat. The engine gets a blacked-out cover and details, the custom aluminum rear fender is now without struts, there’s the new set of lights and Motogagdet Tiny Speedo, and the Zard Short exhaust gets an all-black look. All the modifications come as a Moto-Kit that also includes the custom handlebar, fuel tank, tank cover and a 7-inch LED headlight fitted inside a custom bracket. So if you own a Triumph Bobber and don’t mind getting your hands dirty for a day or two – you can customize your ride in the garage for that cool matte black and silver dual-tone styling.

Designer: Hookie

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Triumph Bonneville VE Day bike makes retro cool by paying homage to the British army’s glorious heritage!

Every year Triumph Motorcycles organizes a competition to discover the most mindful custom bike design which is purely based on the legendary Bonneville range. The competition dubbed ‘Bonneville Build-Off Challenge’ (debuted in 2019) requires the custom motorcycle to be powered by a 900cc or 1200cc engine. It tests the skills of creative Triumph dealers who have to craft their own version of the iconic bikes that the company has built since its inception in 1983. The best custom builds are finally voted by Triumph fans who choose their favorite dream machine crafted from the bespoke engineering and off-the-shelf aftermarket parts.

This year the nine stunning bikes submitted by the Triumph dealers across UK are equally impressive but one outshines them all because of its perfect fusion of classic with the modern cruise bike aesthetics. This desirable machine created by the Fowlers Motorcycles from Bristol commemorates the 75th anniversary of VE Day in 2020, draped in British army green color is based on the Bonneville Bobber cruiser motorcycle. The bike put together by master technicians Tony Crocker & Sam Upton traverses one back to a time gone by when girder forks, canvas bags, and big bars were a necessity and also style statement. The Bristol-based Triumph dealer has blacked out the engine section for a contrast look and the addition of commemorative badges on the cases goes all with the theme. Of course, there are clocks with genuine World War 2 accessories like a compass so that you never get lost on adventure trips.

Votes for the competition will run up till 14 October which has a grand prize for the overall winner and there will be separate sub-categories including the Design Award judged by TV presenter George Clarke, Inspirational Award chosen by Olympian and Scrambler owner Victoria Pendleton, and the Paint and Custom Award adjudged by custom bike builder Jody Millhouse. The Retail Choice Award will be scrutinized and judged by Triumph UK general manager Devron Boulton who expressed that “The diversity and quality of the custom build this year really showcases the boundless possibilities we have to personalize this classic bike, using our huge range of genuine Triumph accessories.”

Our pick is obviously the VE Day commemorative bike which embodies the brand’s nostalgic history back from the golden era of the 1970s!

Designer: Fowlers Motorcycles

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This Helmet is a Walkie-Talkie for Your Noggin

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When it comes to climbing, communication is just as important as having the right gear. The Triumph helmet ensures enthusiasts are always prepared with both. Integrated into the strap is a 2-way radio system that bridges that gap between climber and belayer. Whereas many climbers today carry an additional radio kit that adds weight and requires a hand, this built-in unit works almost entirely hands free and can be activated with just a single push button. As for looks, it puts the “tri” in Triumph with a pattern of interconnected 3-point stars that allow breathability, stability and enhanced comfort.

Designer: Arun Kumar Singh

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1,000 Horsepower Triumph Rocket Motorcycle Gunning for Land Speed Record

It looks like a rocket, but this thing is actually a motorcycle. The British brand is hoping that this sleek looking bike will nab the motorcycle land speed record. The company last held the record back in 1970 and they want it back.

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The standing world record is 376.363 mph. They aim to hit speeds of over 400 mph with this beast. This 25 foot-long motorcycle is powered by dual turbocharged Rocket III engines that have a total displacement of 2,970cc, and it produces upwards of 1,000 hp and 500 lb-ft. of torque. Pretty crazy right?

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Other features include a carbon Kevlar monocoque chassis, aluminum swingarm suspension both front and rear, Ohlins TTX36 shocks, Goodyear Land Speed Special tires, and carbon disc brakes.

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Here’s hoping they break the record with this impressive bike.

[via Triumph via Cool Things]