Klock Werks Triumph Rocket III Motor Trike Sets World Land Speed Record at Bonneville Salt Flats

The Klock Werks Triumph Rocket III, piloted by Brian Klock, posted a top speed of 136 mph and broke a FIM World Record at the recent speed trials at Bonneville Salt Flats.

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Published: Sep 16, 2013

The Klock Werks Triumph Rocket III, a speed trike based on a Triumph Rocket III Touring bike, a Carpenter Racing motor kit and a Motor Trike conversion, posted a top speed of 136 mph, breaking a FIM World Record (pending ratification). The trike, piloted by Brian Klock, broke the record at the recent Speed Trials by BUB at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Wendover, Utah. Klock is the and president of Klock Werks.

"So many folks were cheering us on as we were escorted to impound after that first pass," said Klock.

The trike was supported by Kicker, Pingel Enterprises, Metzeler, Parts Unlimited, Interstate Batteries, Saddleman, ARI, Klock Werks, Motor Trike and Triumph Motorcycles.

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Gaerne to the Line Card

Gaerne is an Italian motorcycle footwear brand.

By Meagan Kusek

Meagan Kusek is the editor of Motorcycle & Powersports News. Since 2016, she has been covering various aspects of the B2B automotive markets, including professional carwashes, auto dealerships, motorcycle/powersport dealerships and collision repair shops.

Published: Apr 19, 2024

Turn 14 Distribution has announced the addition of Gaerne, a motorcycle footwear company, to its extensive line card.

“We are thrilled to welcome Gaerne to our product lineup. The company’s reputation for producing top-tier motorcycle footwear aligns with our mission to provide our customers with the best products the industry has to offer. Gaerne’s dedication to innovation, quality and performance makes them a perfect fit for our portfolio,” said James Kramer, divisional purchasing manager, Turn 14 Distribution.