Triumph have just released the first look at special editions for the Street Twin EC1, Thruxton RS Ton Up and Rocket 3 221. Check out all the details below... Press release from Triumph Australia.

Triumph Motorcycles have just released a trio of Special Edition models – the Street Twin EC1, Thruxton RS Ton Up and Rocket 3 221 – distinguished by unique paint schemes and premium custom detailing, they’ll only be available for one year…

The special edition models will only be available in 2022, be sure to get a pre-order in ASAP!

Due in local showrooms in January – and available for one year only – each Special Edition model celebrates iconic British motorcycling culture. This includes the legendary ‘Ton Up’ boys of the 1950s and ’60s; the vibrant custom-classic scene of London’s East End and category-defining performance, in the case of the Rocket 3 221 editions, thanks to 221Nm of peak torque from the world’s largest production motorcycle engine.

New Triumph Street Twin EC1 Special Edition



Available for one year only, the new Street Twin EC1 Special Edition takes its inspiration from the vibrant custom-classic motorcycle culture of London’s East End – particularly the historic streets of EC1, the iconic London postcode which has given this beautiful machine its name. Priced from $17,150 rideaway, the Street Twin EC1 Special Edition is expected to arrive in local showrooms in January.


  • Contemporary new EC1 custom-inspired Matt Aluminium Silver and Matt Silver Ice scheme
  • Dedicated EC1 graphics and design detailing across the tank and side panels
  • New accessory-fit Matt Silver Ice fly screen available to the EC1 Special Edition scheme
  • Euro 5 compliant, torque-rich engine delivering 80Nm@3800rpm and 65HP@7500rpm
  • Exciting British twin soundtrack from the distinctive twin upswept silencers
  • High specification Brembo four-piston front brake caliper


  • High specification 41mm cartridge forks for a comfortable and engaging ride
  • Twin RSUs with preload adjustment
  • Accessible low 765mm seat height with excellent stand-over ergonomics to suit all riders
  • Advanced rider-focused technology
  • Class-leading riding modes: Road and Rain
  • High level of standard specification including ABS and switchable traction control, torque-assist clutch, USB charging socket and an immobiliser

New Thruxton RS Ton Up Special Edition

“Inspired by the legendary Ton Up boys of the 1950s and ’60s – the original café racers, and the first ever production 100mph lap of the Isle of Man TT achieved by Malcolm Uphill in 1969.”

Inspired by the legendary Ton Up boys of the 1950s and ’60s – the original café racers, and the first ever production 100mph lap of the Isle of Man TT achieved by Malcolm Uphill in 1969 – the new Thruxton RS Ton Up Edition celebrates the passion and iconic style of the record-breaking Thruxton with a unique design scheme that is available for one year only. Priced from $27,150 rideaway, the Thruxton RS Ton Up Special Edition is expected to arrive in local showrooms in January.


  • Classically inspired Aegean Blue fuel tank with Jet Black knee pad graphics, edged with hand-painted silver coach lining
  • Fusion White seat cowl with Carnival Red infill, hand-painted black coach lining and new “100 Special Edition” graphic
  • Fusion White front mudguard with new Carnival Red “100” graphic
  • Jet Black side panels with new Thruxton RS Ton Up logo, headlight bowl and rear mudguard
  • New accessory-fit Aegean Blue cockpit fairing to complement the Ton Up Edition scheme
  • Premium custom detailing including Matt Aluminium Silver fork protectors and blacked-out wheels, engine covers and RSU springs
  • Responsive and characterful Bonneville 1200cc twin engine
  • Peak power of 105HP@7500rpm and peak torque of 112Nm@4250rpm


  • Distinctive twin upswept brushed silencers delivering the hair-raising Thruxton sound
  • Twin 310mm Brembo floating front brake discs with Brembo M50 radial monobloc calipers
  • Fully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggyback reservoir
  • Fully adjustable Showa 43mm upside down big-piston forks
  • High-performance Metzeler Racetec RR tyres
  • Engaged riding ergonomics with a low 810mm seat height
  • ABS and switchable traction control
  • Three riding modes: Road, Rain and Sport
  • LED daytime running light incorporated into the headlight (market specific)
  • Torque-assist clutch, ride-by-wire throttle, immobiliser and under-seat USB charging socket

New 221 Special Edition Rocket 3 R & Rocket 3 GT

“Designed to celebrate the Rocket 3’s category-defining performance, including its world-leading 221 Newton metres of peak torque, the stunning new 221 Special Edition with its unique paint scheme is available for one year only.”

Designed to celebrate the Rocket 3’s category-defining performance, including its world-leading 221 Newton metres of peak torque, the stunning new 221 Special Edition with its unique paint scheme is available for one year only, on the R and GT models. Priced respectively from $35,850 and $36,850 rideaway, the Rocket 3 R 221 Edition and Rocket 3 GT 221 Edition are expected to arrive in local showrooms in January.



  • Torque-assist hydraulic clutch
  • Fully adjustable Showa monoshock RSU with piggy-back reservoir
  • 47mm adjustable Showa upside-down cartridge forks
  • Top specification Brembo Stylema® four-piston radial monobloc front brakes
  • 18L fuel tank for a great touring range
  • Intricate 20-spoke cast aluminium wheels with imposing 240mm rear tyre size
  • Multi-functional TFT instruments, ready for the accessory My Triumph connectivity system
  • Optimised cornering ABS and optimised cornering traction control

“All of the Rocket 3’s imposing poise, stance and signature details including the distinctive twin headlight, sculpted three-header exhaust run, single-sided swingarm and folding pillion footrests included.”

  • Four riding modes: Road, Rain, Sport and Rider-configurable
  • High level of standard specification including all-LED lighting, hill hold control, cruise control, keyless ignition and keyless steering lock, heated grips (GT only), and USB charging socket
  •  50+ Genuine Triumph accessories
  • Accessories to enhance the comfort, practicality, style and security, plus a range of dedicated luggage for even better touring capability

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