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Triumph Motorcycles: Model Overviews

Explore the best illustrated books on Triumph motorcycles. Discover the history, models and evolution of Triumph motorcycles. Perfect for enthousiasts, collectors, and anyone passionate about Triumph..

The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today

Originally formed as a bicycle company in 1885, Triumph produced its first motorcycle in 1902, which was simply a bicycle fitted with a Belgian Minerva engine. From there, the company, in various iterations, went on to build some of the most iconic motorcycles of all time.

Written by respected Triumph expert Ian Falloon, this luxurious reference covers all of the major and minor models, with an emphasis on the most exemplary, era-defining motorcycles such as the Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, Bonneville, and new machines such as the Speed Triple, Thruxton, and Daytona 675.
Detailed technical specifications are offered alongside compelling photography, much of it sourced from Triumph's archives.

"The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today" also features important non-production models and factory racing and speed-record-setting motorcycles that have become integral parts of Triumph's stellar reputation.

Product details

Author:Ian Falloon
Details:272 pages, 12.4 x 10.25 x 0.91 in (31.5 x 26 x 2.3 cm), hardback
Illustrations:many b&w and color photos
Language:English
Publisher:Motorbooks International (USA, 2019)
ISBN:9780760366011
Book cover: The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today | Motorbooks

The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today

Language: English

The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles - 1937 to Today (3rd Edition)

This updated and expanded third edition is the definitive illustrated guide for all enthusiasts of Triumph and classic British motorcycles. It presents every Triumph model up to 2024, tracing the company's evolution from its origins as a bicycle maker in 1885 to its first motorcycle in 1902, powered by a Belgian Minerva engine.

Authored by leading Triumph historian Ian Falloon, the book covers both legendary and modern models, including the 1937 Speed Twin, Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, Bonneville, Speed Triple, Thruxton, Tiger adventure series, Speed 400, and Rocket III, as well as special racing and record-setting machines.

Richly illustrated with photographs - many from Triumph's own archives - the volume also features detailed technical data and insights into the brand's cultural legacy, from film appearances and famous riders like James Dean and Steve McQueen to Triumph's achievements in racing and land-speed records.

A comprehensive and visually engaging tribute to one of the world's most celebrated motorcycle manufacturers.

Product details

Author:Ian Falloon
Details:304 pages, 12.4 x 10.25 x 1.18 in (31.5 x 26 x 3 cm), hardback
Illustrations:many b&w and color photos
Language:English
Publisher:Motorbooks International (USA, 2024)
ISBN:9780760392171
Book cover: The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles - 1937 to Today (3rd Edition) | Motorbooks

The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles - 1937 to Today (3rd Edition)

Language: English

Motos Triumph - Classiques et modernes

For the first time, Triumph motorcycles from 1937 to 2015 are presented in an encyclopaedic and chronological format, with text written by a recognized specialist of the brand, Ian Falloon.

Every model, classic or modern, large or small, is described, from the "street bikes" which formed the basis of the Superbike concept to the racing machines which ruled the circuits of Great Britain, continental Europe and North America for much of the 20th century, from the original Speed Twin to the current Daytona 675.
This book, abundantly illustrated, should be in the library of every motorcycle enthusiast.

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Author:Ian Falloon
Details:256 pages, 12 x 9.8 in (30.5 x 25 cm), hardback
Illustrations:500 b&w and color photos
Language:French
Publisher:ETAI (F, 2015)
ISBN:9791028301170
Book cover: Motos Triumph - Classiques et modernes | ETAI

Motos Triumph - Classiques et modernes

Language: French

Tous les modèles Triumph - depuis 1945

Model by model or family by family, this book presents the complete catalog of Triumph models from 1945 to the present day, designed for the road and trials, all the information at a glance and provides basic knowledge for the two-wheel fan.

The history of the main models is completed by technical sheets and data such as performance, prices, special series, racing machines.

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Author:Jürgen Gassebner
Details:128 pages, 9.8 x 7.3 in (25 x 18.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:110 b&w and color photos
Language:French
Publisher:ETAI (F, 2000)
ISBN:9782726885109
Book cover: Tous les modèles Triumph - depuis 1945 | ETAI

Tous les modèles Triumph - depuis 1945

Language: French

Triumph - Motorräder - seit 1945 (Typenkompass)

Triumph (founded in 1886) finally went bankrupt in 1983, and the second oldest motorcycle-producing brand in the world was on the verge of collapse. The trademark rights went to a British building contractor.

And what nobody had thought possible: The man had a heart for motorcycles, not just for real estate. In 1990, with a completely new company on the market, the success story of the new Triumph is just two decades old - and much more consistently successful than the old ones ever were.

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Pages of the book "Triumph - Motorräder - seit 1945"

For each type covered, this Typenkompass book contains a photo, a historical description and technical data.

Product details

Author:Jürgen Gassebner
Details:128 pages, 8.1 x 5.5 in (20.5 x 14 cm), paperback
Illustrations:19 b&w and 100 color photos
Language:German
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2010)
Series:Typenkompass
ISBN:9783613031586
Book cover: Triumph - Motorräder - seit 1945 | Typenkompass | Motorbuch

Triumph - Motorräder - seit 1945

Language: German

Triumph - Motorräder seit 1937

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This illustrated reference book is intended for enthusiasts of Triumph and British motorcycles. Written by respected expert Ian Falloon, it covers all key Triumph models - from early classics to more recent developments.
Special focus is given to iconic bikes such as the Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, Bonneville, as well as modern models like the Speed Triple, Thruxton, and Daytona 675.

The book combines detailed technical data with high-quality photographs, many sourced from the Triumph archives. It also includes factory racing machines and record-setting motorcycles.
Covering all Triumph models since 1937, it offers a thorough overview of one of Britain's most successful motorcycle brands.

Product details

Author:Ian Falloon
Details:272 pages, 12.2 x 10 x 1.14 in (31 x 25.5 x 2.9 cm), hardback
Illustrations:300 b&w and color photos
Language:German
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2025)
ISBN:9783613046917
Book cover: Triumph - Motorräder seit 1937 | Motorbuch

Triumph - Motorräder seit 1937

Language: German

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