Triumph. The new designer label
It’s a little known fact that Triumph design their own
motorcycle clothing, rather than badging their logo onto other
people’s garments. Only by controlling the design and spec
themselves - just like they do with their bikes - can Triumph be
sure to get the performance that modern motorcycle clothing must
have. And anyway, who wants to wear the same thing as everybody
else? This way Triumph clothing is as individual and stylish as a
Triumph bike. The same rules apply to the casual wear. T-shirts may
not have to perform like bike clothing, but they still have to look
good.
Jackets are tailored to be just as comfortable, whether riding
or not. To that end, Triumph have created different designs for
different bikes in the range. So a jacket cut for a more radical
riding position like that of a Daytona 675 will be different to a
jacket designed for a more relaxed bike like a Bonneville.
For 2007, Triumph are launching an array of new performance and
casual garments along with their largest collection of casual
t-shirts. These products could grace any department store or
designer boutique but instead are exclusively available from
authentic Triumph dealers.
Triumph’s Technical Clothing
Whilst the technical expertise that goes into every Triumph that
rolls off the production line can be easily appreciated, be assured
that the clothing is also manufactured to the highest standards,
using the latest, most technical leathers, materials and production
techniques.
Triumph’s leatherwear is made from full grain leather.
This comes at a premium because the hides have to be free from any
potential weak spots - like those created by a brush with a barbed
wire fence for instance.
Impact seams are all double stitched. That way, if the exposed
stitching is abraded, the deeper, hidden stitching is there as a
second line of defence to save the integrity of the garment –
and skin. Similarly, double leather panels are used in vulnerable
areas like elbows and seats to give better resistance to
abrasion.
Knox Production
Protective armour in Triumph’s leather and textile
clothing comfortably exceeds the latest safety standards.
It’s supplied by Knox, world leaders in impact protection for
motorcyclists - including MotoGP and Superbike riders. Despite
being flexible and ultra light, the Knox Air CE approved protectors
perform brilliantly. Their immensely hard outer shell is injected
to form a hexagonal inner crumple zone. The additional EVA
rubber lining absorbs even more energy.
Sympatex
A bike can be ridden in pretty much any kind of weather, but
it’s far more pleasant to stay dry. That’s why Sympatex
is used in Triumph clothing. Sympatex is a clever, polyester-based
membrane that allows vapour to escape, preventing dampness but
keeping wet weather out. It doesn’t rely on tiny holes to
work, so unlike some technical membranes it won’t gradually
block with dirt and become less effective over time. Sympatex are a
German company with 25 years’ experience of making waterproof
products and whilst they use their ingenuity trying to make the
products leak under lab conditions, Triumph do their torture tests
with official test riders on real roads for thousands of hard
miles.
Riders Association of Triumph
Specially developed with Triumph’s own riders in mind,
this is a range of clothing for wearing off the bike or under
motorcycle kit. The range includes clothing with a high level of
technical performance to give maximum comfort in all riding
conditions: Tri-Thermo garments to keep the rider warm without the
need for bulky layers and Tri-Dri products to wick moisture away
from the body.
Triumph’s Casual Wear
Over 60 new styles make up the 2007 range of t-shirts, zip-ups,
sweats and vests. Headlining the range are Triumph’s
collection of vintage sixty8 t-shirts. Inspired by classic images
from their archive of vintage tees, period ads and posters and
given a modern remix, these garments are the authentic alternative.
Included in this range are the Dylan T-shirt - inspired by the
t-shirt worn by Bob Dylan on the cover of the Highway 61 Revisited
album; the Deco Tee takes its inspiration from the 1939 advert
where three 650 Thunderbirds completed 500 miles at 90mph in
endurance testing at the Montlhery Track, Paris; and Global,
inspired by the 1960’s when Triumphs were exported across the
globe. The factory in Meriden, Coventry ran at full capacity to
meet the huge global demand and the bikes were made iconic by movie
stars, like Steve McQueen, who rode them.
Personal Accessories
A wide selection of new personal accessories adds to the 2007
range, from a beach towel to a bottle opener; high quality watches
to courier bags. These accessories are the perfect gift for Triumph
aficionados and trend-setters alike!
THE CLASS OF 2007
New products for 2007 include the following:
Leatherwear Men’s
Urban Sport
Paragon 2 Piece Sport Suit
Hawk Jacket
Modern Classic
Aftermath Jacket
Rivton Jacket
Ace Jacket
Fashion (Specifically designed for
off-bike-use)
Madison Jacket
Monclar Jacket
Leatherwear Ladies
Urban Sport
Raven Jacket
Modern Classic
Ember Jacket
Cruiser
Roxy Jacket
Outerwear Men’s
Urban Sport
Sympatex Tiga Jacket
Sympatex Pantha Jacket
Modern Classic
Revolution Jacket
Denim Jacket
Denim Jeans
Fashion
Harland Jacket
Burlington Jacket
Stanton Jacket
Outerwear Ladies
Urban Sport
Seeta Jacket
Modern Classic
Denim Jacket
Denim Jeans
Fashion
Taba Jacket
Boots
Sympatex Expedition II Boot
Team Boot
Gloves
Sympatex Expedition Glove
Roadster Glove