Introducing a new collaboration between the Top Time watch and Speed Twin, inspired by the café racers of the 1960s.
In the mid-1960s, during the heyday of auto racing, a subculture known as "café racers" emerged, featuring riders literally racing from stylish motorcycles to stylish cafés. Willy Breitling embodied the fast-paced style of the era with an entirely new timekeeper. The result was the Breitling Top Time, an unconventional chronograph for "young, active professionals." Its bold proportions quickly captivated the sporty crowd, both men and women.
Today, a spectacular new collaboration between Breitling and British motorcycle brands Triumph and Top Time rekindles the free-spirited spirit of 1960s cafe racers. Celebrating its 120th anniversary, Triumph blends historic craftsmanship with contemporary design to create classic motorcycles.
" said Breitling CEO Georges Kern. Their blend of tradition and technology is a perfect match for our work.
For the debut of the collaboration, Breitling will create a Top Time Triumph with a distinctive satin-finish bow tie motif, nicknamed the “Zorro dial” by Top Time collectors. Meanwhile, Triumph will release 270 co-branded Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition motorcycles. Buyers of these motorcycles will also receive a special offer to purchase a special owner's version of the Top Time Triumph, featuring a sunray dial and a caseback engraved with the bike's individual number.
Both models feature ice blue dials. This distinctive color has a history of being used on the blue Triumph Thunderbird 6T, introduced in 1951, and on a rare blue-dialed Breitling Top Time (reference 815) from the 1970s.
Features include a soft, racing-inspired calfskin strap that complements the dial, subtle Breitling and Triumph logos at 12 and 6 o'clock, oversized mushroom pushers for easy operation of the chronograph's stop-start and reset functions, and a high-contrast tachymeter scale for clear speed readings. Powered by the Breitling Caliber 23, a COSC-certified chronometer, this watch offers a power reserve of approximately 48 hours. Another distinctive feature is the case back, which is engraved with detailed design sketches of Triumph's parallel twin engine, a must-have for collectors.
Commenting on the co-branded watch, Triumph CEO Nick Bloor said:
The Top Time Triumph's 41 mm diameter, like the original, is a gender-neutral size. For fans of the Triumph brand or anyone considering purchasing a limited edition Breitling Speed Twin bike, this is a must-have model.
Top Time Triumph
Stainless Steel - Ice Blue
Price: ¥639,100 (tax included)
Movement: Breitling Caliber 23 (COSC-certified chronometer)
Power reserve: Approximately 48 hours
Diameter: 41.0 mm
Weight: Approximately 97.0 grams
Water resistance: 3 bar
Strap: Calfskin leather
Triumph Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition
Only 270 of these bikes were produced. Learn more about this unique collaboration. The polychromatic blue colorway that complements the Top Time Chronometer's dial is inspired by the Triumph featured in the legendary 1953 biker film, "The Wild One."
Premium Spec
With higher specification rear suspension featuring Öhlins piggyback twin suspension and all the performance, features, and technology of the latest generation Speed Twin, this is the best Speed Twin ride ever.
Unique Engine Details
The dark anodized machined aluminum clutch and alternator envelope features an exquisitely crafted Breitling logo.
Premium Leather Seat
Black perforated leather with gray stitching and a tasteful Breitling "B" embroidered on the strap complement your Top Time Triumph watch.
Custom Instrument Face
Designed in collaboration with Breitling, the bike's speed and RPM meters take inspiration from the dial design of the Top Time Triumph.
About Breitling
Founded in 1884, Breitling is an iconic Swiss watchmaker. The innovative company invented the modern chronograph and pioneered the navigation tool watch. Today, Breitling continues to break new ground as a casual, inclusive, and sustainable luxury brand with more than 150 industrial-loft-inspired stores worldwide. Breitling's collections celebrate air, land, and sea, and are consistent with the brand's signature modern-retro style. All of its movements are COSC-certified chronometers, a testament to their exceptional quality, and Breitling is one of the few independent watchmakers to produce manufacture calibers. Combining traditional watchmaking with cutting-edge innovation, Breitling is a company with a long history yet at the forefront of its times.
About Triumph
Founded in 1902, motorcycle manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2022. For over 30 years, Triumph has been based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, UK, producing iconic motorcycles that excel in design, character, charisma, and performance. With shipments of over 75,000 units in 2021, it is the UK's largest motorcycle manufacturer with approximately 700 dealers worldwide.
In the mid-1960s, during the heyday of auto racing, a subculture known as "café racers" emerged, featuring riders literally racing from stylish motorcycles to stylish cafés. Willy Breitling embodied the fast-paced style of the era with an entirely new timekeeper. The result was the Breitling Top Time, an unconventional chronograph for "young, active professionals." Its bold proportions quickly captivated the sporty crowd, both men and women.
Today, a spectacular new collaboration between Breitling and British motorcycle brands Triumph and Top Time rekindles the free-spirited spirit of 1960s cafe racers. Celebrating its 120th anniversary, Triumph blends historic craftsmanship with contemporary design to create classic motorcycles.
"Triumph's heritage and modern retro aesthetic are among the many values our two companies share,"
" said Breitling CEO Georges Kern. Their blend of tradition and technology is a perfect match for our work.
For the debut of the collaboration, Breitling will create a Top Time Triumph with a distinctive satin-finish bow tie motif, nicknamed the “Zorro dial” by Top Time collectors. Meanwhile, Triumph will release 270 co-branded Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition motorcycles. Buyers of these motorcycles will also receive a special offer to purchase a special owner's version of the Top Time Triumph, featuring a sunray dial and a caseback engraved with the bike's individual number.
Both models feature ice blue dials. This distinctive color has a history of being used on the blue Triumph Thunderbird 6T, introduced in 1951, and on a rare blue-dialed Breitling Top Time (reference 815) from the 1970s.
Features include a soft, racing-inspired calfskin strap that complements the dial, subtle Breitling and Triumph logos at 12 and 6 o'clock, oversized mushroom pushers for easy operation of the chronograph's stop-start and reset functions, and a high-contrast tachymeter scale for clear speed readings. Powered by the Breitling Caliber 23, a COSC-certified chronometer, this watch offers a power reserve of approximately 48 hours. Another distinctive feature is the case back, which is engraved with detailed design sketches of Triumph's parallel twin engine, a must-have for collectors.
Commenting on the co-branded watch, Triumph CEO Nick Bloor said:
"This collaboration was born from our shared bold and original design philosophy. The Top Time Triumph is a fusion of uncompromising style and craftsmanship."
The Top Time Triumph's 41 mm diameter, like the original, is a gender-neutral size. For fans of the Triumph brand or anyone considering purchasing a limited edition Breitling Speed Twin bike, this is a must-have model.
Top Time Triumph
Stainless Steel - Ice Blue
Price: ¥639,100 (tax included)
Movement: Breitling Caliber 23 (COSC-certified chronometer)
Power reserve: Approximately 48 hours
Diameter: 41.0 mm
Weight: Approximately 97.0 grams
Water resistance: 3 bar
Strap: Calfskin leather
Triumph Speed Twin Breitling Limited Edition
Only 270 of these bikes were produced. Learn more about this unique collaboration. The polychromatic blue colorway that complements the Top Time Chronometer's dial is inspired by the Triumph featured in the legendary 1953 biker film, "The Wild One."
Premium Spec
With higher specification rear suspension featuring Öhlins piggyback twin suspension and all the performance, features, and technology of the latest generation Speed Twin, this is the best Speed Twin ride ever.
Unique Engine Details
The dark anodized machined aluminum clutch and alternator envelope features an exquisitely crafted Breitling logo.
Premium Leather Seat
Black perforated leather with gray stitching and a tasteful Breitling "B" embroidered on the strap complement your Top Time Triumph watch.
Custom Instrument Face
Designed in collaboration with Breitling, the bike's speed and RPM meters take inspiration from the dial design of the Top Time Triumph.
About Breitling
Founded in 1884, Breitling is an iconic Swiss watchmaker. The innovative company invented the modern chronograph and pioneered the navigation tool watch. Today, Breitling continues to break new ground as a casual, inclusive, and sustainable luxury brand with more than 150 industrial-loft-inspired stores worldwide. Breitling's collections celebrate air, land, and sea, and are consistent with the brand's signature modern-retro style. All of its movements are COSC-certified chronometers, a testament to their exceptional quality, and Breitling is one of the few independent watchmakers to produce manufacture calibers. Combining traditional watchmaking with cutting-edge innovation, Breitling is a company with a long history yet at the forefront of its times.
About Triumph
Founded in 1902, motorcycle manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2022. For over 30 years, Triumph has been based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, UK, producing iconic motorcycles that excel in design, character, charisma, and performance. With shipments of over 75,000 units in 2021, it is the UK's largest motorcycle manufacturer with approximately 700 dealers worldwide.
