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.
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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.
Our team is proud to announce our participation in the 2026 The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, a globally celebrated event that unites riders with a shared passion for classic, modern classic and vintage motorcycles while supporting vital men’s health causes.
Please consider donating small or big here by clicking the banner below or head to: https://gfolk.me/frankduggan
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.
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.
Our team is proud to announce our participation in the 2026 The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, a globally celebrated event that unites riders with a shared passion for classic, modern classic and vintage motorcycles while supporting vital men’s health causes.
Please consider donating small or big here by clicking the banner below or head to: https://gfolk.me/frankduggan
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
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