# Film Icon Motorcycles The Triumph Steve McQueen Edition is Inspired by The Great Escape By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triumph-steve-mcqueen-edition References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/triumph-bonneville-t100-steve-mcqueen-edition-motorcycle/) & [triumphmotorcycles](http://www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk/) The Triumph Steve McQueen Edition motorcycle is a [classic Bonneville T100](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triumph-txp), which is sure to excite bike riders from around the world. Slated to hit the market in 2012, the Triumph Steve McQueen Edition motorcycle is inspired by the Trophy TR6 McQueen rode during the stunt scene from The Great Escape. With an army-like [Matt Khaki Green paint job](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crooked-motorcycles-alps-edition), stencil-style Triumph decal on the tank and the actor’s signature on the side covers, the Triumph Steve McQueen Edition motorcycle is made for the manly men out there. Unfortunately, these bikes come in short supply, as there will only be 1,100 to go around. Any film buffs with a love for [motorcycles better start saving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati-panigale-v4-tricolore) for one of these iconic autos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Motorcycles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of motorcycles that combines retro aesthetics with modern technology and features to attract a wider audience of motorcycle enthusiasts. - **Limited Edition Collectible Motorcycles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a series of motorcycles that are designed in collaboration with popular films or celebrities to cater to the collectors' market. - **Movie-themed Motorcycle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture accessories and merchandise inspired by iconic motorcycles from films to tap into the growing market of movie memorabilia collectors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced materials and innovative design concepts into motorcycle manufacturing processes to create high-performance, energy-efficient bikes. - **Collectibles Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize blockchain technology to create a secure and transparent marketplace for buying, selling, and verifying the authenticity of limited edition collectible motorcycles. - **Film Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop partnerships with movie studios to create and market exclusive motorcycle-themed merchandise, leveraging the popularity of iconic film motorcycles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Small-Scale Performance Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triumph-thruxton-400-and-tracker-400.md) - [Cutting-Edge Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/te1.md) - [Electric Motorsport Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-te-1.md) - [Black-Chrome Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/120th-anniversary-limited-edition-twins.md) - [Actor-Honoring Boot Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-wing-x-steve-mcqueen-classic-moc.md) - [Aggressive Adventurer Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triumph-tiger-900-adventure-motorcycle.md) - [India-Based Bike Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daytona-660.md) - [Special-Edition Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-edition-motorcycle.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makkina-triumph-tr25.md)