Triumph Motorcycles Unveils the One-Of-A-Kind Speed Twin 1200 Café Racer DGR Edition: Registrations Open for the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2026

Triumph Motorcycles Unveils The One‑Of‑A‑Kind Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer DGR Edition [678]

Official motorcycle partner of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, Triumph Motorcycles, unveils a one-off Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer DGR Edition as the headline Gentlefolk prize for 2026
Registrations are now open for The DGR, taking place worldwide on Sunday 17 May
The DGR attracted 127,000 riders in more than 108 countries in 2025.
Riders can choose to join Team Triumph, uniting modern classic enthusiasts and Triumph fans around the world.

ATLANTA, GA – March 23, 2026 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – As registrations open for The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) 2026, Triumph Motorcycles has revealed a unique Gentlefolk Prize motorcycle; a one‑off custom Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer DGR Edition created exclusively for this year’s event.

The DGR, taking place worldwide on Sunday 17 May, brings riders together to raise funds for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research. In 2025, 127,000 riders took part across 1,038 rides in 108 countries, raising an incredible $7.6M USD for Movember. As the event’s official motorcycle partner, Triumph continues its long‑standing support of the global charity ride.

To mark 15 years of riding dapper, Triumph has crafted this unique Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer as the Gentlefolk Prize. Its standout feature is a bespoke Harris Tweed® seat, made from authenticated, handwoven fabric from the Outer Hebrides, a material closely associated with the style of DGR riders around the world. The motorcycle also features a dedicated 15 Years of Dapper anniversary graphic and number board, along with a certificate of authentication.

A spokesperson from the official Harris Tweed® Authority said: “It is exciting to see Harris Tweed® used in this way for the creation of the Gentlefolk Prize Motorcycle. Just as The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and Triumph have taken their unique style and quality around the world, our Harris Tweed® is handwoven in the Outer Hebrides and recognised and valued around the world; a global symbol of craftsmanship, tradition, and enduring quality. We are proud to contribute to a motorcycle created to help raise money, celebrating global unity and the collective impact of riders everywhere.”

GENTLEFOLK COMPETITION

The Gentlefolk Competition Prize is awarded through a random draw, giving all eligible participants an equal opportunity to win the one‑off Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer.

To enter, riders must register at gentlemansride.com and unlock all four DGR profile badges before the campaign closes:

Complete the rider profile
Make a personal donation
Make a donation to a random gentlefolk to earn the ‘Pay It Forward’ badge
Raise at least USD$250

Once all four badges are unlocked, the rider is automatically entered into the draw. This means that any registered rider, anywhere in the world, has the chance to take home this unique DGR custom motorcycle.

Alongside the Gentlefolk Prize, Triumph will also award brand new modern classic motorcycles to the top three fundraisers worldwide, further motivating riders to fundraise and make a difference in support of Movember’s life‑changing programmes.

TEAM TRIUMPH

Once registered for The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) at gentlemansride.com, riders can choose to join Team Triumph, uniting modern classic enthusiasts and Triumph fans around the world. Riding with Team Triumph gives participants the chance to join a global community connected by purpose and style, unlock the exclusive Triumph prize draw, and contribute directly to Movember’s life‑changing programmes.

For 2026, three international Triumph ambassadors are the first to sign up for Team Triumph, helping inspire riders globally to take part and raise funds for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research.

João Terra (@oficialjoaoterra), Brazil, said: “I had a great time hosting The DGR last year. It was my first time as a Host, and we gathered riders, friends, and families in fine style while raising awareness for such an important cause. I’m looking forward to hosting again in 2026 and making it even better than last year.”

French Fuse (@frenchfusemusic), France, added: “A beautiful bike, a sharp suit, and a meaningful cause… it doesn’t get much better than that. We’re proud to share this moment with Triumph and ride together to make a difference.”

Grace Webb (@officialgracewebb), United Kingdom, commented: “Riding in The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride with Team Triumph is about more than getting on a bike – it’s about coming together to support men’s health and raise funds for causes that genuinely matter. I’m proud to be riding for Triumph and helping make a difference. If you love motorcycles and want to support a great cause, you can join us and be part of it too.”

TRIUMPH AND THE DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN’S RIDE

Triumph became the official motorcycle partner of the DGR in 2014, bringing a commitment to increase awareness, grow participation and ultimately increase fundraising in support of this worthy cause.

Paul Stroud, Chief Commercial Officer, Triumph Motorcycles said: “This is our 13th year as the official motorcycle partner of The DGR, bringing riders together in style, community, and purpose. Last year’s event achieved a remarkable impact, raising an incredible $7.6M USD for Movember, bringing the total raised over the last 15 years of The DGR to $60.37M USD.

With our Team Triumph ambassadors encouraging even more Triumph owners around the world to take part, I hope The DGR can achieve even more this year.

“For 2026, we wanted to create a motorcycle that is a tribute to the spirit of The DGR community. This one‑off Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer DGR Edition is a celebration of the craft and character of the riders who make The DGR what it is, and this year, every rider who completes the steps to enter the Gentlefolk Competition has an equal chance to win, not just the riders who can raise the most money. That’s a really exciting change that I hope will spur even more riders on, to sign up and take part.”

Mark Hawwa, Founder and Director of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, added: “2026 marks a significant milestone for The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride as we celebrate our 15th annual ride. That’s 15 years of bringing together a global community united by style, purpose, and a shared commitment to men’s health. What began as a small ride has grown into a worldwide movement, with hundreds of thousands of riders coming together to raise vital funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health.

“The impact of DGR speaks to our community’s passion and generosity, and it continues to inspire us every year to go further. Triumph Motorcycles’ support has been instrumental in that journey. Providing a one-off Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer DGR Edition as an incentive for fundraisers not only celebrates the spirit of our riders, but also encourages participation from across the entire community, reminding everyone that every effort counts, and anyone can make a meaningful difference.”

SPEED TWIN 1200 CAFE RACER DGR EDITION

Inspired by the original British cafe racers of the 1960s, this exclusive model is based on the Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Limited Edition, and features the Harris Tweed® bullet seat, clip-on handlebars, a unique 15 Years of Dapper anniversary graphic and number board and a unique Certificate of Authenticity.

The elegant sports styling is defined by the low, tucked riding position created by the clip-on bars, the streamlined single-seat profile and the refined attention to detail throughout the motorcycle. Machined bar-end mirrors reinforce the bike’s clean silhouette, while ribbed clutch and alternator cover badges, black head bolt covers and sculpted knee pads add subtle but distinctive detailing.

Completing the look is an exclusive British racing-inspired colour scheme, combining Competition Green and Aluminium Silver paintwork with Aluminium Silver wheels and a colour-coded Competition Green headlight bowl.

Just like the Speed Twin 1200 RS, its dynamic character is supported by top‑specification suspension, with fully adjustable Marzocchi forks paired with Öhlins rear suspension units. Braking performance is delivered by twin Brembo Stylema calipers acting on 320 mm discs, while high‑performance Metzeler Racetec RR K3 tyres come fitted as standard, delivering confident braking performance with direct, consistent feel at the lever.

Power comes from Triumph’s high‑compression Bonneville 1200 twin engine, producing 105 PS at 7,750 rpm and delivering strong, sustained performance all the way to the 8,000 rpm rev limit. The distinctive 270‑degree firing order, combined with a low‑inertia crankshaft, ensures an immediate throttle response and characterful power delivery, while strong torque is maintained throughout the rev range, peaking at an impressive 112 Nm.

Riders can register for The DGR at gentlemansride.com and find out more about the Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition at triumphmotorcycles.co.uk.

SPECIFICATION – SPEED TWIN 1200 CAFE RACER DGR EDITION

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Type	Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 2700 firing order
Capacity	1200 cc
Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	80.0 mm
Compression	12.1:1
Maximum Power	105 PS / 103.5 bhp (77.2 kW) @ 7,750 rpm
Maximum Torque	112 Nm @ 4,250 rpm
Fuel System	Multipoint fuel injection with electronic throttle control. Three rider modes (Sport, Road, Rain).
Exhaust	Brushed stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin brushed stainless steel silencers
Final Drive	X-ring chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, slip & assist
Gearbox	6-speed, Triumph Shift Assist

CHASSIS
Frame	Tubular steel, with steel cradles
Swingarm	Twin sided, fabricated aluminium
Front Wheel	Cast aluminium alloy, 7-spoke, 17 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel	Cast aluminium alloy, 7-spoke, 17 x 5.0 in
Front Tyre	120/70 R17
Rear Tyre	160/60 R17
Front Suspension	Ø 43mm Marzocchi upside-down forks, adjustable for pre-load, compression and rebound damping. 120 mm wheel travel
Rear Suspension	Öhlins twin RSUs with external reservoirs, adjustable for pre-load, compression and rebound damping. 123 mm wheel travel
Front Brakes	Twin Ø 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema M4.30 radial calipers, Brembo MCS lever, OCABS
Rear Brakes	Single Ø 220mm fixed disc, Nissin 2-piston floating caliper, OCABS
Instruments	LCD multi-function instruments with integrated colour TFT screen

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Length	2073 mm
Width (Handlebars)	795 mm
Height Without Mirrors	1055 mm
Seat Height	810 mm
Wheelbase	1414 mm
Rake	22.6°
Trail	92 mm
Wet weight	217 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 litres

SERVICE
Service Interval	10,000 miles (16,000km) / 12 months

CONSUMPTION AND EMISSIONS (EU)

Fuel Consumption

4.4 l/100km (64.2mpg)

Emissions

104g/km

EURO 5+
CO2 emissions and fuel consumption data are measured according to regulation 168/2013/EC. Figures for fuel consumption are derived from specific test conditions and are for comparative purposes only. They may not reflect real driving results.

ENDS

For further information contact:
Global PR & Events Manager, Lisa Jones at [email protected]

NOTES TO EDITORS

ABOUT TRIUMPH

First established in 1902, Triumph Motorcycles celebrated 120 years of motorcycle manufacture in 2022. For more than three decades, Triumph Motorcycles has been based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, and has produced iconic bikes that perfectly blend authentic design, character, charisma, and performance.

A GLOBAL BRITISH SUCCESS STORY

Record global sales of 141,683 motorcycles were delivered in Triumph’s latest Financial Year (FY25: July 2024-June 2025), through a network of 950 dealers in 68 countries, confirming Triumph Motorcycles’ position as the largest British motorcycle manufacturer.
Triumph currently employs around 3,000 personnel worldwide and has subsidiary operations in the UK, North America, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Japan, Sweden (Scandinavia), Benelux, Brazil, China, and Thailand as well as a network of independent distributors. Triumph has manufacturing facilities in Hinckley, Leicestershire, and Thailand plus CKD facilities in Brazil and India.

A WORLD-CLASS RANGE

With a laser-sharp focus on what riders across the world are looking for, a passion to deliver the perfect ride for every customer, and attention to detail that delivers the highest quality motorcycles, Triumph offers a growing range of category-leading motorcycles spanning Modern Classics, Roadsters and Adventure bikes. From the accessible Speed 400cc TR series to the Rocket 3 with its powerful 2500cc engine, every model exemplifies Triumph’s iconic style, quality and performance.
Delivering a fun, agile and confidence-inspiring ride for riders of all ages and experience levels, the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X launched in 2023 with a brand-new single engine platform (TR Series), representing incredible value for money and bringing Triumph to a whole new generation of riders. The range has now expanded to include the Scrambler 400 XC.
The Modern Classics feature Triumph’s legendary Bonneville twin engine. Famously named to celebrate Triumph’s 1956 land speed record on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA, the Bonneville was the original British superbike and a race-winner straight out of the crate, chosen by famous motorcyclists of the past for its handling, style, and character. Now, the Bonneville family has evolved, with rider-focused technology and cool custom style. The range includes the Bonneville Bobber, Bonneville Speedmaster, Speed Twin 900, Speed Twin 1200, Scrambler 900, Scrambler 1200 and the iconic Bonneville T120 and T100.
The Roadsters start with the agile and popular Trident 660 and sporty Daytona 660 then the Street Triple 765, and finally the Speed Triple 1200 RS and RX. For adventure riders, Triumph has a complete line-up of epic Tigers, starting with the Tiger Sport 660 and Tiger Sport 800, moving up to the Tiger 900 range, and finally to the Tiger 1200 range.
Triumph’s debut in the competitive off-road arena has delivered outstanding results, with race wins and podium finishes for the TF 250-X, TF 450-RC, TF 250-E, and TF 450-E, which have all delivered at the highest level on some of the off-road world’s most competitive stages. 2025 also saw the addition of a TF 450-X and two new cross-country models, the TF 250-C and TF 450-C.
In October 2025, Triumph Motorcycles launched its first electric youth motorcycles; the new Triumph TXP range, powered by OSET. This collaboration with the OSET team, who joined the Triumph family in 2022, has resulted in four new models with scalable electric performance, premium design, and built-in safety features for children as young as three. Each bike is engineered from the ground up with age-specific frames, geometry, controls, and components, optimised for the rider’s size and experience.

TRIUMPH RACING

Triumph has a glorious racing history, competing in and winning races in almost every class and field of motorcycle sporting achievement, from winning the second ever Isle of Man TT in 1908, to the thrilling last-lap victory at the legendary Daytona 200 by Brandon Paasch on the Street Triple 765 in 2022.
Triumph’s racing legend continues as the exclusive engine supplier to the FIM Moto2™ World Championship since the start of the 2019 season. Triumph Motorcycles provides all the teams with race-tuned 765cc triples, each of which is based on the class-leading Street Triple RS powerplant. Redefining the class, Triumph broke record after record in the inaugural year, including the first ever +300km/h Moto2™ top speed. Reflecting these great successes, the wonderful feedback, and partnerships that Triumph have had with the riders and their teams, and the incredible response from Triumph fans across the world, Triumph and Dorna, decided to extend the relationship in 2021 and again in 2023, signing a new contract for another five years of racing: 2025 – 2029.
Triumph is working with PTR Triumph Factory Racing to participate in the 2025 World Supersport Championship. Tom Booth-Amos and Oli Bayliss are racing on the Street Triple 765. Macadam Triumph Factory Racing continues with British Supersport riders Luke Stapleford (2024 vice-champion) and Max Wadsworth. In the National Sportbike Championship, the team has a four-rider lineup on the Daytona 660; Brodie Gawith, Jayden Martin, Katie Hand and Lewis Smart, along with PHR Triumph’s Harrison Dessoy.
In 2023, Triumph announced its intention to compete in the 2024 MXGP/MX2 and SuperMotocross World Championships, and after a successful first season, is racing with a four-rider team for 2025. Jalek Swoll, Austin Forkner, Jordon Smith, and Mikkel Haarup are racing for the British manufacturer, competing on both coasts of Supercross and the full Pro Motocross series with the TF 250-X. Triumph earned its first Main Event win in Supercross in February 2025, and has enjoyed podium finishes in the Pro Motocross series in ’24 and ‘25. In the FIM MX2 World Championship Camden McLellan is competing for a second year aboard Triumph machinery, alongside Guillem Farres with podium results from ’24 and ’25, as well as a first moto win in April 2025.
In September 2024 Triumph revealed Motorsport legend and former world champion Paul Edmondson has officially been appointed Team Manager of Triumph Factory Racing’s enduro programme, which will see the brand represented at the highest levels of enduro competition worldwide. In 2025, Jonny Walker took 2nd place overall in the SuperEnduro World Championship on his TF 250 and finished the 2025 Red Bull Erzbergrodeo on a near-standard TF 250-E four-stroke. Racing for Triumph in EnduroGP aboard the TF 250-E, is the experienced duo of Jamie McCanney and Mikael Persson. Triumph competed at its first International Six Days Enduro in August with the TF 250-E contributing to Italy’s World Team Trophy victory and Team Sweden’s first podium in decades, as well as impressive top five individual finishes overall.

Source: Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd

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