Triumph Motorcycles signed two-time Dakar Rally Champion and FIM World Rally-Raid Champion Sam Sunderland as an official brand ambassador to help develop and facilitate new adventure and off-road projects.
Following Sunderland’s retirement from competitive racing in July 2024, the British Red Bull athlete has begun working with both Red Bull and Triumph to explore opportunities for his next adventure, which will build on his experience in the Dakar Rally.
Sunderland said, “This collaboration with Triumph marks an exciting next step in my career, and I’m looking forward to being a part of this British team, which, alongside Red Bull, is ready to take on new challenges with me. I can’t wait to get started.”
Triumph Motorcycles Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stroud added, “We have seen fantastic growth in the adventure sector over the last five years with the global success of our Tigers and Scramblers, as well as our decision to launch into the motocross and enduro markets for the first time. The opportunity to work with Dakar winner Sam Sunderland on a new adventure is very exciting, and we’re delighted to welcome Sam to the Triumph family.”
Triumph Motorcycles has made significant investments in the off-road market, successfully launching into the 250cc motocross market with the TF 250-X and TF 450-RC Edition.
Triumph is also going racing in 2025 with a new enduro model, under the leadership of team manager and former world champion Paul Edmondson.
Triumph’s Tiger 900 and Tiger 1200 lines were both updated in 2024, with extra rider-focused technology, increased rider comfort and engine refinements.
All this begs the question: Is Triumph planning to dive into rally racing? CN
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