Game developers Electronic Arts chose to follow the same route that the film producers took with the four-wheel dilemma since the BMW licence expired, and have chosen the best British manufacturer to equip 007.

As Aston Martin is to the car world, Triumph carries one of the oldest and most famous names in the motorcycle industry - with a heritage dating back to 1902.

The company now designs and produces the latest models from a new base in Hinckley, Leicestershire - only a stones throw from where it all began in Coventry over a century ago.

Pierce Brosnan as James Bond 007 will now join the ranks of Steve McQueen, Marlon Brando and Clint Eastwood - who have all had a famous Triumph motorcycle as a co-star.

The Daytona name is the stuff of legends for Triumph Motorcycles, and not used lightly. The subtle, discreet logo on the Daytona 600's sleek bodywork reinforces just what this new bike is about; power, poise and complete control.

007 can look forward to cutting edge technology blended with that essential quality of Britishness that marks every Triumph motorcycle as unique.

Specification

Engine
Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC in-line 4-cylinder
Capacity: 599cc
Bore/Stroke: 68 x 41.3 mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel System: Twin-butterfly, multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with forced air induction
Ignition: Digital - inductive type - via electronic management system

Transmission
Primary Drive: Gear
Final Drive: X ring chain
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox: 6 speed

Cycle Parts
Frame: Aluminium beam perimeter
Swingarm: Twin sided, aluminium alloy
Wheels: Alloy 3 spoke, 17 x 3.5in
Suspension: 43mm cartridge forks (front), Monoshock (rear) adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping
Brakes: Twin 308mm floating discs 4 piston calipers (front), single 220mm disc, single piston caliper (rear).

Dimensions
Length 2050mm (80.7in)
Width 660mm (26.0in)
Height 1135mm (44.7in)
Seat Height 815mm (32.1in)
Fuel Capacity 18 litres (4.7 gal US)

Performance (Measured to DIN 70020)
Maximum Power 112PS (110bhp) at 12,750 rpm
Maximum Torque 68Nm (50.5ft.lbf) at 11,000 rpm