Von Dutch Speedball vs Triumph Rocket X (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Von Dutch Speedballstacks up against the Triumph Rocket X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVon Dutch SpeedballTriumph Rocket X
Model year20092015
Price
Engine2049 cc2294 cc
Horsepower138 hp148 hp
Torque221 Nm
Weight274 kg334 kg
Seat height22 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Brembo Floating Rotor w/ chrome centersDouble disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system.
Rear brakesSingle disc. IIntegrated Hidden Drive side setup by Independent Cycle Co.Single disc. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers, Nissin ABS system.
Tires120/70-21 / 300-18 150/80-R17 / 240/50-R16

Von Dutch Speedball vs Triumph Rocket X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Von Dutch Speedball and the Triumph Rocket X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Von Dutch Speedball brings 138 hp in a 274 kg package, while the Triumph Rocket X counters with 148 hp at 334 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: