Vision to Reality | The Development of Triumph's Motocross Chassis

The wait is over! Join Ricky Carmichael, Bobby Hewitt, Dave Arnold, Ivan Tedesco and Stephen "Scuba" Westfall as they discuss Triumph's new motocross chassis and why it's been worth the wait.
Stay tuned for Episode 2, coming 15th August.

[@blaineglover9047]

Bro we just wanna see the bike

[@jamessharp9790]

Yeah but keeping with current day hype they’ll have to milk it out a long time

[@MXvsATV144]

If we only see the entire bike first, we wouldn’t see each part separately and see the details of all their hard work and efforts.

[@michaelbanks9544]

Patience Blaine

[@grillmeisterkush6396]

Talk about blue balls

[@donniebunkerboi9975]

You're a minute man

[@BRAAAPCREWMOTO]

Well, unlike the rumors it’s definitely not a KTM. Cool to see the process.

[@HorsepowerHouse]

No one ever said it was KTM.

[@Charlie-qb4sy]

I have been building die cast dies and programming CNC machines for 30 years. I know what it takes to design and build something this complex. It takes a lot of money and a lot of very talented people. I cannot wait to see this bike and hopefully ride one. Congrats to all of you guys!!!

[@marklevrett6173]

Sorry guys as much I love what you are doing and I am a fan! You talk about the great hand TIG welding, I am a metal fabricator by trade, those welds you show I would be embarrassed to talk about from a quality standpoint.

[@J.Cartee2]

As a welder, those welds aren’t “aesthetically pleasing”. 😂

[@Thromby]

I'm glad to see they are doing the right thing by making the time to get it perfected. Too many companies throw out half baked models earlier than they should and cause a lot of grief for us early purchasers. Its bad to rush to market for both the consumer and the manufacturer, unfortunately we're in a "want it now" society.

[@user-ed3nz7bb1p]

i have seen this first hand my dad bought a first year yamaha 660r raptor luckily he bought the 2 year extended warranty on it. we went through 3 clutch baskets, 2 transmissions, and 1 top end all while under warrenty. he wsaid he would never buy the first year of anything again, then he bought my first year crf250x in 2004 and my sister's first year crf150r in 2007 both were great bikes.

[@crispincurtis8585]

@@user-ed3nz7bb1p I had a 98 400f and there were Zero issues with it

[@jean-yveslegall2562]

I completely agree with you. You can see that even in different ways for example opening a new restaurant without finishing the decorations. They are on the right path 👍

[@danielmcfarland908]

I think this is pretty awesome. I mean yeah we all just want to see the bike but working it through a series piece by piece is pretty bad ass. It's in depth and nobody else has shown anyone the in depth view of a process like this before. Great work Triumph. Now let's get the next episode going.

[@michaelgarro1668]

Its kinda genius from a marketing standpoint. Build up a ton of hype with the video releases and they might sell more bikes because of it.

[@2strokin70]

It's definitely genius it will create Hella demand

[@dannygrimes4951]

I’m glad to see this. I was fully expecting a “black ktm” so refreshing to see a manufacturer build from the ground up to make something unique

[@frank-696]

Bet it'll have KTM motors!! LOLWTF.

[@codjh9]

I don't know why everyone keeps saying this. They said they're making their own motors, and we'll probably see that next.

[@MX304]

One "reveal" video a month. This should give them until at least March of next year to tell us why it wasn't ready for SX as planned.

[@peanutjellyman]

😂

[@williamsnow417]

actually vitalmx stated that these videos are coming out every two weeks or faster... do your research

[@MX304]

@@williamsnow417 Do YoUr ReSearCh. You sound like a flat earther or something. It was a joke. You clearly don't understand sarcasm.

[@mnf12345]

Those uneven welds and Aluminum frame already dropping points.

[@chonkyflyboi5630]

Pretty exciting that we are witnessing history in the making. I’m sure we will all look back at this and remember how we all got blue balled by Ricky Carmichael and the team at triumph.

[@alexreinhardt28]

😂😂😂

[@dickwest6018]

Serious knowledge and respect to those involved. If you don't know some of the players in this video, do your research. Some serious people Hp here. Looking forward to the finished product. Long time Triumph rider here. (Desert sled days). Fun times.

[@themotocrossmodchannelWulfMX]

Dave Arnold and RC is an incredible combination..I think that there are going to be a few surprised people when this bike hits the track..

[@williamonthewestside]

Holy Cow. Triumph put together a powerhouse team. Looks so promising. Ryan is looking in great shape, ready to get back out there!

[@HippoDrones]

Awesome to see this taking shape, can't wait to see the whole bike.

[@jamesvengren5316]

After this build up it better be the best bike made or it’s going to flop

[@HippoDrones]

@@jamesvengren5316 haha

[@HoagesMoto]

Such a tease, you'd better hope this thing has the specs, equipment and looks to back up this drawn out hype haha, super keen to see the complete bike, as a 1200 McQueen owner I certainly hope it is as good as the hype you're building for it :)

[@Flo-Joe]

I want to rip a 250 2-stroke in that frame. Reminds me of the old rm frames 🤤

[@craigmccall7450]

Rollin' those summerdime welds. Some are dimes, some are nickles and gum. 😹

[@Tibingi84]

Next video will be 7 minutes on how they developed the bolts? Common, reveal the freakin bike already.

[@1958Cajun]

That frame worked pretty well for Yamaha a dozen years ago I'm sure it'll be just fine.

[@paulf144]

Should release the vids hours apart, not days.

[@marcushand1647]

Jesus Christ. “It’s coming” “few more weeks” meanwhile deposits are being made as I type this on every other oem 24 model.

[@katherynscleaning5807]

WOW not a parts bin bike. Way to go. Top notch team work. Thank you Triumph. I always loved my 66 Bonneville café racer with a great resto mod. Including a 750 rout kit and 46 MM Mikuni carbs. And so much more.

[@SloansMotorcycleATV]

It's a privilege to be a Triumph Dealer here in Murfreesboro, Tennessee!

[@rannylane1971]

Wow dream team comes together, I am so excited for everyone ones involvement. I am so happy to see this group working together Bobby has always been a monster at getting it done. RC wow what a huge change in direction of a career. Take your time be confident when it is time and come out swinging. Best of luck to the entire team. Ranny

[@Ian-bq7gp]

I worked on CNC and EDM, waterjet on aircraft parts. The materials are amazing these days and even if the technology of materials, tooling has been out for many years some of it is still too expensive like titanium. The quality of the parts making up the motocrosser like the frame has had so much research, development and testing already done and well done to the team. You can see that they are developing and inventing new ways of approaching projects and are innovative.

[@mikebrown41182]

Interesting that they go with Aluminium and not the Steel route. Cant wait to see more of this one.

[@ashflame6888]

Why? Its better.... its ALWAYS been better for a race frame. KTMs are shit and anybody with a brain knows that.... why you think they are having such a controversy over their frames this year?

[@williamdeweese2546]

I had the same thought but I’m glad they did because I’d feel like oh just add it to the KTM, Husky, GasGas bin

[@mikebrown41182]

@@williamdeweese2546 Tbh i am in both camps, as Aluminium is great and Chromoly is aswel. I wonder howerver wich is the most affordable in quantities through production for the mass. Engine reveal will be very interesting, but also suspension. Given that Ricky who would i say is their main guy and Hot Sauce Tedesco were on Showas and RC KYB then Showa it feels like it will be either of those two. Hubs will they go aftermarket or produce them inhouse, many questionmarks yet to unfold.

[@codeack101wlck]

@@williamdeweese2546 ? All the brands have aluminum frames for mx racing bikes, trail versions and road yeah the regular brands have steel frames with aluminum sub frames... im confused by your comment

[@MyNameIsDraven]

Super pumped for this ever since i heard about it. Still foaming at the mouth for more & can't wait for the end product. All love & kuddos to you guys! :)

[@akinmoto]

Exciting stuff guys - can't wait to see the final product.

[@AustralianSX]

Can't wait to see these on the race track!

[@jblb42]

Congratulations on taking your time to develop what you all believe is going to be an amazing bike. All the R and D costs money, the longer you take the more money is needed. That why most manufacturers, in many different fields not just bikes, settle for “good enough” when the budget runs out. Good to see you guys pushing for perfection regardless of budget. I’m fine with waiting for an amazing product.

[@dracer35]

Definitely excited to see more of this bike!

[@kevinsnow9157]

I am COMPLETELY JACKED to see this bike !!!!!!

[@vintagetrikesandquads4012]

I like it that they are doing something different than the twin spare frame, but I thought they would go the chromoly route. I just associate steel with European brands. It kinda looks like the 1st generation Yamaha aluminum frame.

[@sbabbaro1977]

although I am still angry and disappointed by the bad experience with the tiger1200 rally pro, I hope this new bike will help in the development of more competitive, fast, easy to handle, reliable and complete big adv motorcycles than the rivals like GS, MULTISTRADA V4 and 1290 SAS . I'm rooting for you and I wish you to be competitive right away. Who knows if one day I will be able to be a proud owner of a Triumph motorcycle again.

[@motocorn]

I cant wait to see this on a track

[@MrFiercetrim]

The whole is greater than the sum of the parts. Can't wait!

[@davidoliver2826]

I can’t wait! I remember when the “THUMPER” came out I loved hearing the bike . Now I can’t wait to hear the Triumph!

[@shanemacintyre3200]

Right on Ricky can’t wait to see it on the gate.

[@kirkwilliams4942]

Can't wait to see it and see how she runs.

[@badbilly1083]

Great job guys!! Can’t wait!

[@dean754]

One of the most eagerly awaited dirt bike is coming together finally woohoo! 🎉🤩

[@wfodavid]

NICE! Cant wait for more!

[@chrisvozza6530]

Can't wait to see the finished product

[@zaneturner8423]

Wow ! Dave Arnold in on this too, I'm sure it will be a great machine.

[@wilbourne2010]

Super excited to see the new Triumph MX bike!

[@johnnynitro7523]

Totally awesome... I raced a Rickman Mettise at Carlsbad.. Met Don and Derek Rickman at the LA Cycle show. Cant wait for this new Triumph

[@milesdufourny4813]

They have some great people involved with this.

[@bobmcgrath1272]

This is brilliant Go for it triumph!

[@monocogenit1]

Pretty cool. Keep it up!!

[@shaggy8226]

Looks like the 04-05 suzuki and Kawasaki frames from back in the day

[@Focalpoint100]

Hell yes. Cant wait to see this. Says alot about the industry, in times like these....where we supposedly are going into a recession but all these big companies are still investing largely into bigger and better things. You gotta think that these companies have a deep insight on the near future, if things looked bad they wouldnt been dumping money into these projects. Our industry is growing, theres money to be made. This applies to everything in the world in general.

[@Ethericbikes]

The frame quite literally looks exactly like a 07-12 yzf frames loool

[@DamonMedekMusic]

Very cool. Triumph makes some timeless motocycles. I hope they get more into motocross too.

[@davidhardstaff8110]

Looking good, get it right and this is an awesome opportunity

[@michaelhorn8089]

Wow!! All star staff!!

[@GDUBMX]

exciting times!

[@DrSanjayDhawanEye]

It’s like a slow foreplay !!! 👍

[@Aridrona]

This is awesome

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Congratulations 🎉 team Triumph motorcycles company for developing a refined Engine

[@kochj0713]

CANT wait to see this bike!

[@ronc6166]

Can’t wait to see and if Ricky Carmichael’s involved you know it’s gonna be good numbers don’t lie

[@HansZuerner918]

rickey really was one of the best people they could have got on the team 🙌🏻🤘🏻😎😎

[@Demjan85]

I just hope you'll get an enduro and light adventure models out of this platform. All the best to Triumph guys.

[@DisasterTheoryX]

I look at this and this is what i see.... Dave Arnold from the Honda days and back when he used to use the legendary "frame jig" to make works frames for the factory team, IT and RC both of who had raced and won at the highest peak of the sport and know what a good bike feels like, and Scuba and Bobby who both ran one hell of a team for years that scored several championships. There is no doubt in my mind that we will be getting a sweet, bad ass dirt bike.

[@Huckabuck2]

I can’t wait for the next video! Maybe they will show us how they developed the levers and foot pegs…

[@Rmat7]

I'd be shocked if this wasn't a game changing bike. This is an all star lineup building this bike and making sure it's something to be proud of

[@olliechristopher467]

There is no modern post 2000 bike on earth that is "game changing". It's all about the rider.

[@MrEtonmess]

Excellent work. I love all the talk of MX and SX competition. I was a bit sceptical (sorry) and thought they would develop a ‘Softer’ trail bike

[@hreed7742]

Fully hand welded? Sounds expensive. I'm not really in the market for a new dirtbike right now but I'm a pretty big Triumph fan so hopefully they do it right and it's competitive. The last thing we need is another Cannondale.....

[@miken51bod]

I bet the hand welded frames will only be for the racing teams. Wouldn't be surprised if the mass produced general public version (if one gets made) is machine/robot welded.

[@stevenllewellyn8906]

First thing I thought of, the cannondale..ughh

[@user-wc5hi8nn5t]

In looking at the welds, bring on the ROBOTS. Human element only leaves room for obvious inconsistencies and poor quality.

[@greggross2332]

you hear that doubters? ITS NOT A KTM. Super excited

[@eric6rock]

I know for sure Anderson is going to Hop on Board especially with having Bobby Hewit there! I’m impressed by RC he took on Development for a new motorcycle and obviously we know Tedesco is a badass Test Rider. Wishing you guys the best of luck 🙏 Hopefully they tap into the enduro/2 Stroke Market it’s time for Competition against KTM Now!!

[@christianbrown7711]

Yes

[@stevepadilla9729]

Wow what a past history of moto heroes with technology put together. this can be the next Podium bike when its ready. if it shows the first year, that can be from the pro riding it and the bike helper him to cross the finish line first. If it takes a season first place, it will make the pro on the bike in the history books. I wish I was younger to be part of history being made, even sweeping trailers or whatever. But for everyone that is part of it, should be proud and respectful for what they got. Hope the motor is as beautiful as the frame. looking forward to seeing it and the complete bike.

[@lostinpa-dadenduro7555]

If you make an enduro bike someday. Don’t mess around. Steel frame, 300cc FI two stroke right out of the gate.

[@LUNDMX]

Someone wake me up when the bike is fully revealed

[@Jared45513]

I love how angry waiting makes people. Ppl can't even wait in a checkout line anymore without fidgeting and looking to others in the line to bitch about how long they are standing there...I have even herd audible groans like a toddler makes when someone pulls out a checkbook. Lol. None of you children complaining about the time frame should be allowed to buy one.... ever.

[@travisblack417]

People vote with their feet though, and their wallets. There’s 5 other brands to compete with. The competition is stuff.

[@daneyoung7770]

You can't rush greatness :)

[@zardportugal]

Amazing.

[@boerplaas388]

Oh yes . I’m so into Triumphs as it is . This will be a no brainer to purchase.👍

[@cbRTXTI]

Yes more competition

[@loneventhorizon]

Showing us one bolt at a time.

[@a8f235]

Good to see Triumph waking up. Personally I feel they have been a bit behind the rest of the market, and recent years show they do actually know a thing or three as well. To get Ricky Carmichael onboard for something like this pretty much says it all. He wouldn't be there if they were not serious, so I do look forward to the rest of this process. Crack on...

[@michaelr171716]

This is exciting. I currently ride a Honda dirt bike and ride triumph motorcycles and can’t wait to see what this thing can do

[@ramcclure200]

Glad it’s progressing right along. Can’t wait to hear that new motor

[@davidvanbrunt4233]

Hope they do good !!!!

[@petergrant37]

Can’t wait to see the Flat Track version ready for AFT season opener in Daytona.

[@targetoz5470]

About frecking time!!’

[@bananabrooks3836]

All the modern computer modelling and stress simulations available and it takes much longer than in former decades to produce a cutting edge product!

[@bobbymoonboots4200]

Awesome! Ignore the haters

[@DSLRvideonow]

Can't wait!

[@PCG2022]

I clearly understand the frustration of not seeing the whole bike but c'mon! this is amazing to see and I think by showcasing it bit by bit only adds to the excitement! Triumph making a Crosser to compete is amazing! Can't wait for the next video and great to see Ricky involved in the process! If he has anything to do with it, I'm sure it would be a 700cc 2-stroke :) Or will this be electric? Or even 4 stroke? I don't know but hope it's a 125 2-stroke a 250 2-stroke and a 500 2-stroke. Think you get the idea, Not a fan of 4 or electric.

[@MrTimbo318]

RC looking fit for a comeback.

[@disel422]

We will get the bikes in 2030.

[@indyjones3287]

I like the suspense and it sounds like its being done right. Who will pilot this new beast? Bring on the engine reveal!

[@AdventureDaily]

So it's actually happening🤔

[@crazychad2720]

Looks very nice. Excited to see the whole thing down the road. That chassis reminds me of a 06-09 yamaha yz450f frame. Those were great bikes just heavy. So this having some similarities isnt a bad thing.

[@codeack101wlck]

It was heavy because it had a 450 engine in it same frame on the 250f weight wise

[@robstriegel7861]

I am excited for the 450 and feel the frame design is the best of both worlds. in 25 I'll be due for a freshie. very possibly going to be one of these!!!

[@ridewherever]

I’m guessing it will be black, cherry red or grey

[@paxmanautoauto7579]

RC4 is my all time favorite athlete of anything, bar none. It’s weird to see him older when I’m much older My kids have autographed number plates from their childhood bikes from back in the day Form rc and Chad reed Very cool memories

[@SONO4B11T]

Love it.

[@baggszilla]

Yesss!!!