THE REAL REVIEW OF THE TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 R 2022
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 30. 07. 2024
- Hi Guys, and welcome back to the channel, a good friend of mine lent me his brand new Triumph Rocket 3 R to test ride, So ive called this one the REAL review due to the fact i've got nothing to loose with borrowing the bike from a friend and not a dealership. Hope you all enjoy this video.
So sit back, relax and come along for the ride...!!!!
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I saw this bike at a Texas Dealership. The next day (2/9/24) I bought the GT version. I rode it 60 miles on open highway to my house. What a beast. The torque is off-the-scale. They say 221 n/m of torque at 4000rpm. Horses comes in at 165. I'm 67 and alone after the loss of my wife. I owed many bikes since 1970. This machine pulled me away from purchasing the Goldwing because I love the retro look of it. It's name lives up to the performance. It is a Rocket.
Dave your right it is a beat and itâs the sort of bike that will make you smile every single time you twist that throttle. I love the rocket 3 and hopefully il own one some day. Enjoy your bike and ride safe đđïžđšđšđš
I just bought a red rocket 3r I'm in Michigan cold weather hasn't stopped yet. It's sitting in my treehouse just waiting to be ridden. I'm almost 70 years old I needed a bike to help me stay young. And this is the bike. I can't wait to ride it. I hope the wind will be ok. I had a triumph tiger I was amazed on how the wind was on that. Perfect. Now there was a nice bike.
Youâll absolutely love it.. itâs an amazing bike and certainly one I can see me having in the near future. Youâll certainly feel young again on it. All that torque keeps the adrenaline flowing. Enjoy the bike and stay safe đ
Great review Simon! Have the TFC version. 10,000 miles in and I couldn't be more delighted. Attended the bike show and I didn't see anything that comes close. Your mate has a good eye. Nice mods!
Many thanks, I certainly enjoyed riding this bike. Itâs hard to pick any faults with it . Definitely the best value for money. đ
I have the GT version and i just love it you have to ride this bike to feel the raw power and torque you get with this beast and i upgrade it with a quickshifter and the acceleration is out of this world the only thing negative for me is that all the other bike i tested now are just plain dull,and i have 40 years experience testing all sort of bike.Ride safe man
I totally agree with you, itâs an amazing bike and everyone should test ride one to experience the power. I think itâs bonkers to have a 2500cc engine in a bike but it real does work. Ride safe and enjoy that beast. đđšđšđš
Power is like tits - you can never have enough!
Great video guys well put together. I bought a new 22plate rocket 3R with the 221 paint job looks amazing canât stop riding it puts a smile on my face every time would highly recommend. I also have a ktm890 R 21 plate and a 21 Honda cb500f for commuting. But these bikes have been a little neglected since I got the rocket. đđŽ
Many thanks Chris, I guess you can only ride one at a time. This is why I kinda want a track bike/adventure bike/ off road bike just to keep riding throughout the year. I was super impressed with the rocket and luckily for me the one I rode Belongs to a good friend of mine so heâll happily lent it me again đ
Thanks for the review, it makes miss my 2007 Rocket 111 đ
Your welcome. Great bikes. Really enjoyed riding this one đïžđšđšđš
Seen that at pidcock triumph. What a beast. đ
Now that's a bike, Simon.
Good to see something else on your channel lol. And I guess the question is, would you have one in your collection one day among your Ducatis'?
Back pegs looked really good tbh. Not so good for your Mrs though with that tiny seat & no back rest. Would be better for a pillion if it did have a back rest & it wouldn't look out of place either considering the type of bike it is.
What a beast.
Itâs was nice to ride something different Iâm going to bring a few other bike/reviews to the Chanel jusy to break it up a bit. I really did enjoy the rocket 3 and I guess if I had unlimited money and space I would have one,but I feel itâs a bike for when Iâm 10 years older and want a easier ride.
@@thatbikersimon I'm still saving for a Honda ADV 400. Well, it's a 350 but rides more like a 4 - 500cc because of its new added power band. It has a lot more power than others in its class. Holds power up to 85/90mph even with a pillion on the back. Tops out at nearly 110mph & is apparently just a brilliant little cruiser for a mid range bike. Also great on fuel economy & so smooth to ride for touring around. It was Honda's best selling bike last year & sold 45,000 across Europe. Really good little bike. Should have one in a year, roughly. Or if the 2023 version is out by then which I'm assuming there will be considering it sold so well over this last year, I'll have a butchers at the new version.
It's not a beast or really fast bike but it's certainly different & it's getting a 10/10 review from everybody who reviews it. Even geared riders. But yes definitely review different bikes. Good for fan base. Pixel out your Speedo on your reviews though mate. If you get seen/caught on here doing them speeds on country roads like on this bike for example, you could end up with points on your license. Which you obviously don't want. I've watched many reviews of bikes & usually when they're going a little over speed limit they'll pixel/blur out their Speedo to cover theirselves.
Good review though. đ€đŸ
Great looking bike ..must get on one
It would suit you pops. đ
Shes beautiful. And the bike looks pretty great too. đ
Nice bike...would have to get a tail tidy and lose that rear number plate bracket.....great video again.
Many thanks Stuart.. it will be interesting to see what my friend has done to the bike, Iâve not seen it since but I know he likes his upgrades. đ
Nice review!
Thanks Lee, I always appreciate the comments đ
I've been considering riding again for the first time since the 90's. This beast popped up in an ad and I fell in love but I don't think I am anywhere skilled enough to ride one these days.
You should go and test ride one, the newer bike are so easy to ride, the electronics make these bike so safe youâll be surprised. đ
@@thatbikersimon I've been looking around. I can get one of the older ones for relatively cheap. I am going to test ride a few bikes but that might be the way I go, with something like a 2014 model.
What a BEAST,wish I could afford one.
Me to Neil, fun bike, I think this would be on my wish list for the future đ
Great review. Did you find the foot pegs hitting the road as the bike leans when turning? Some say the foot pegs are too low. I wonder if that would limit the bike from being slightly faster on turns?
Hi, I canât honestly say that it was a issue, but I wasnât pushing it as hard as I could. Iâm sure it wouldnât be hard to scrape them if I really wanted to, but I didnât feel it caused me any problems on the day with the bike.
Director, it's easy to solve the foot peg scraping issue and that is to bring it to a very good motorcycle mechanic and have him shave off half an inch on each peg. You'll still have sufficient room for placing your feet on the pegs for long distance as well as carving out mountains...or....the other option is to see if you have have the mid foot pegs at the highest level available....
That is ultra cool looking. I saw one when they first came out. I have never seen one on the road here in the US.
Itâs certainly surprised me how good this bike really performed and handled for a big bike. I thought you would have lots over there.
@That Biker Simon I looked on line and saw a local dealer has a couple of brand new '22 models for $1,200 off. One is $21,000 USD now. Seems like a good deal for such a nice bike.
@@cowboygeologist7772 treat yourself, you wonât be disappointed đđšđšđš
I love all about this Rocket.. muscle motorcycle.. the detail very nice.. my dream bike...đđđ
Itâs a bike I would of never of considered years ago, but now Iâve rode one itâs one for the bucket list for sure.
Love it mate. Iâm not a bike rider, donât even have a license but seeing this in the triumph Byfleet showroom certainly got me thinking, looks awesome. Is it as good as it looks.
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you liked ride and review. The bike is indeed impressive, and its performance matches its looks. Even if you're not a rider, it's always great to appreciate the aesthetics and engineering of such motorcycles đ
@@thatbikersimon Yeah blew me away
Looks great.
Itâs definitely a head turner Scott, itâs the first time Iâve ridden one and so easy to ride for a monster of a bike. Iâm probably going to do another ride on it when I can. Really enjoyed this one đ
Great testđđ«đź
Many thanks Jake đ
Would this bike be comfortable on long highway rides with a windsreen and bags?
Definitely Scott.. I would have no issue in riding this on long journeys. Itâs super comfy.
Thanks for the review! I am looking for a leftover '22 R3 R with the plan of picking up the backrest so my wife can ride with me. With that torque, I was figuring much better ride with passenger than my MV Agusta Stradale.. but your passenger comment has me thinking again. Did the passenger seat seem like it might break in? May have to research more comfortable options, as your review confirmed I want the rocket.. her butt can toughen up! Haha
Hey Ben, great bike by the way. I would suggest if there is a more of a comfortable pillion option then I personally would do it, the riders seat is fine. The bike I rode was new so maybe over time it would give a bit. đ
@@thatbikersimon Thanks for your input. From what I am gathering the seat from the GT version will bolt up and may be better option. Triumph sells a "comfort seat" for $119 US $, though I can't tell if that is just the seat from the GT. I found a relative local dealer with a leftover R for a few thousand off msrp and some GTs, so going to go check it out live.. Thanks again for the very your review! Very useful, in daily rider terms.. Much appreciated.
@@benwitmer2003 many thanks Ben, good luck with ever decision you make. Ride safe đ
Nice bike. But what kind of camara is on the handlebars.?
Itâs a insta 360 X2 camera.
Bit more torque than my Multi V2Sđlooks good though and definitely a beast. Not my style but Iâd like to have a gođ
Totally agree, maybe we should do a bike share app lol. Itâs a beast alright and itâs nice to see triumph continue this bike. đ
A bit more torque? Lolololol, more than double the torque buttercujp! Are you daft?
I've got the R3 R. Best bike ever by far. Noticed it seems you rode in Street mode all the time. The beast really reveals itself in Sport mode, you know...đđ Did you even try it?
Yes I did a few miles in the sports mode and there was a noticeable difference. Itâs a animal of a bike. Definitely one id
Like in my collection one day. đ
@@thatbikersimon I have the Rocket 3R, and loaded the Penner tune which unlocks the throttle bodies in the first 3 gears (factory limits them to 60% opening), and it takes Sport mode and turns it up to 11! Have a video on my channel of the loading process and test ride if you are interested, but if you get a chance, you should try one a bit more "liberated" (to the tune of an extra 20-odd HP).
â@Apex Media Link please? Keen to get one but need more power for that weight, and mine. And the Harley Sportser looks like a bike to deliver pizza on
Iâve got a 2015 rocket 111. Picking up my 2020 3R tomorrow. Super excited now
I owned a 2005 model Rocket 3, my wife lovingly persuaded me to get rid of it after one little crash, I miss the bike every single day
Thatâs a shame Todd, great bike. Persuaded her to let you have another đ
They named the Rocket III after a much older bike, the Triumph Trident / BSA Rocket 3 from the 1960s (or maybe kind of as an homage; that bike was arguably the first superbike, although the Honda 750 would come to outshine it), but these new ones are indeed rockets insofar as performance goes. The TTS supercharger setup for this bike is bonkers, as well, can take this already stupid fast bike to something else entirely with 340 horsepower. I would argue, though, that this new generation and the original Rocket 3 2300 cc from 2004 and on are sufficiently different to really be quite different bikes, and maybe even have different audiences, even.
Thanks for the comment, itâs certainly interesting to see the changes over time and Iâm not sure where the bike market is heading for the future, I like to see the differences and Iâm starting to appreciate the older bikes more now.
sick color.
It looks better in the flesh đ
Hi can I know where did you get the handguard from?
Sorry this wasnât my bike so I dont know where the guards come from.
Just to add to my last comment like l said nice review but as far as the suspension goes..factory settings are terribly hard maybe soften up the rear that should improve the ride...I've set mine up and its much better. Just a thought....cheers
Yes I know what you mean my mates had heâs professionally set up now Iâve not had chance to ride it again yet but I will do because weâre about the same weight,
So Iâm intrigued to see what thr difference is. đ
Please can you tell me where I can find the handlebar protections?Thank you.
Il try and find out for you itâs not my bike but my friend still owns it. Heâs away at this moment in time but il ask him when heâs back đ
Thx.Wait for your answer.đ
Acerbis Dual Road. One point mount at the handlebar
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Needs an ECU tune to unlock it's power. A simple ECU tune bumps it from ~140 HP on the dyno to 165-170.
So is the 165hp at the crank they claim?
@@thatbikersimon The advertised numbers from just about every company are at the crank. Wheel numbers are about always 15% or so lower. After the ECU fix, it legit gets 165-170 to the wheels. Mine after the tune is 171 HP and 163 ft/lb torque to the wheels on a dyno, with no other upgrades.
Giant, where did you get your ECU tune from ?
Its 165 stock already
Iâm sure this is an unpopular opinion but I like the Rocket when it had the power cruiser look vs the current naked sport bike look.
I canât remember that one.. but il take a look and check it out. Itâs great that there is still a good market for these bikes. đ
Sorry, but coming from a sport bike to my current Rocket III, I much prefer the new look. And it most definitely turns more heads. Itâs faster than my sport bike was as wellâŠby a lot. My only complaint is with the headlight. Itâs close to being useless at night. And the high beam isnât any better.
Time to review mine
Iâm in it đđđ
Suspension is perfect with a pillion. Other than that, engine leaves me without words, except for "it lacks power at any gear or speed", brakes are worse on my 2020 R1, comfort is super good, Manevouring it is a bitch. Definitly watch how you park it. Once it's rolling on it's own though, it is suprisingly well mannerd; it doesnt like (fast) quick, intermittent turns, but long and wide? GIMME FULL THROTTLE BABY!!! No shit, coolest bike I've ever ridden. Wanna exchange my 2020 R1 with your Rocket 3 R? Gimme a shout!
Great comment đ the rocket 3 surprises most people once theyâve riden it. It certainly stands out from the crowd. Iâm not sure I would last long on a R1 these days but still a nice bike to look at. The rocket is definitely a keeper đđïžđšđšđš
Why handguard on throttle side only?
Well spotted đ there should of been 2 but only 1 was sent out, that got fitted and unfortunately the other one didnât turn up in time when i video it.
Seat height mm I'm 5'9" ? How are we supposed to know what that means?
Iâm not sure your the only one to ask that question, I guess youâve just got to and sit on one of your interested in buying one. đ€·ââïž
Does anyone know the wet weight?
If I remember rightly itâs around 291kg but certainly doesnât feel like it, due to the low down weight
I went into a Triumph dealership with my heart set on a used 23 Hayabusa and then i saw the Rocket. Now bedazzled and confused, i held off on the Hayabusa purchase. A week later, i came home with a 24 Rocket.
I think youâve made the right decision, what an amazing bike. I was blown away by it and itâs more of a versatile bike than the bussa. Enjoy buddy đđïžđšđšđšđš
Was that a cruise around the Loughborough area?
Sure was Neil đ
@@thatbikersimon Nice to see the old place again. I have just bought the GT version. How was it for a passenger? Actually got this for me and the Ms to go cruising.
@@neilallen460 well what a great bike to cruise around on, the R version didnât have a back rest which I would recommend, (for the pillion) but i if I remember the GT version comes with it? Apart from that itâs a comfortable bike for rider and pillion. I may just do another video on it again just because itâs such a head turner and unlike anything Iâve ever riden.Amazing bike đ
I test drove one for 30 minutes and will likely rent one or 1 or2 days to really drive it at my places i normally ride.
I currently drive the 2022 Speedtwin but my brothers wants one also so i need to test the Rocket 3 a little bit more
Itâs really difficult to make a decision sometimes when you only get a demo bike for a hour or so. I donât think you can be disappointed with the rocket 3 itâs a lot of money but a lot of bike and well proven over the years. đ
I donât imagine that Triumph designed this bike with a passenger in mind. It could use a cowl instead of the pillion, like the Hayabusa.
I have seen plenty of pillions on the back of these bikes but me personally I donât like taking any passengers, it just ruins the whole dynamics of the bike. I hope my Mrs isnât reading this đđ
I own the R, concur, concur, concur, lol.
Fantastic bike my friend đ
the price ?
18k gbp I think the new ones are 22k for 2023
I am always afraid to see anybody to drive in wrong side of the road!
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Bike 8. Amy 11.
221 "Meter Newtons" :)
Did I mess up on that đ
@@thatbikersimon im the only one who noticed, so its ok :-)
Hard suspension sucks ⊠until you need it.
All it probably depends on how good your road surface is, the uk roads are only getting worse.
Yes, I mean a pot hole in a bend , Iâve found it keeps the bike on line. Donât like it anywhere else though.
Cheers mate
Oh Aussie roads have declined in the last couple of years , unfortunately.
One hand guard looks odd
Well spotted Steve. I like it when mistakes are seen, basically 2 was ordered and only one turned up for the video and didnât have time to take it off again. đ
641 pounds dry for a 2500 cc motorcycle is "coming in at the heavyweight"??? Sir, the weight of Yamaha's iconic VMAX is 600 pounds dry with HALF that displacement! This is a street muscle bike, not a GP-style bike like a CBR 1000RR or street "knife" cruiser like the Ducati Diavel (516 pounds wet). It's the same weight as the Harley FXDR but with a coffee can more of displacement, that would be its nearest true competitor.
You make a valid point about the weight comparison. The context of this bike's category and its competitors certainly adds more insight into its weight. Different motorcycles are designed for varying purposes and styles, which affects their weight distribution.
@@thatbikersimon I raced a Kawasaki ZX-7 in Supersport class 20 yrs ago that was about this weight wet but this thing has the displacement of nearly TWO Honda Accords! They have to counterrotate everything in that engine they can to even make it rideable, also why it only goes a pathetic 145 mph, they don't dare take the redline past 7000 it would vibrate itself to pieces. Why I see no videos of people doing quarter-miles on this thing, it's a tortoise that's a rabbit for maybe 3 seconds.
The reason we are seeing 3 cylinders in anything is because of EVs, they're an excellent ultra-cheap engine to act as nothing more than a generator for batteries in EVs, which are the only "electric" cars people trust because they want that gas engine in there to make sure they get to where they're going. Ergo, 3-cyl tech has done about all it can to stop the inherent vibration, but I think it's hit the wall.
Bike for hobbits
Lol
Over priced
Itâs cheaper than a Ducati diavel V4
Ducati is garbage and even that way over priced you can buy two Harley Davidson for that price@@thatbikersimon
How does it handle in city traffic? Stop and go? splitting lanes? Some real stuff.
I thought it handled really well at low speeds, I would say with its low down weight and short seat hight makes it easy to ride.
@@thatbikersimon The question was not how easy it to ride, but how you handle it on the streets of London? if you really ride it for a week. Sorry to say, yours video just a promo bullshit. Bike looks great, that is it, blonde girl also.
@@andreychizov8201
đđ€Łđ In reality, real world, for real, really 'the streets of London' are mostly limited to 20mph now - you'd be better off with a Grom! Or lose your licence in a day...
12:47 why this useless power for daily bike?! Waste of fuel and extra weight.
Itâs probably not the most practical bike for commuters more of a Sunday blast bike
@@thatbikersimon I am riding VMAX first gen. Great looking bike, but piece of shit otherwise.
@@thatbikersimon i wish i can afford time for stupid weekend rides and money for useless alfamale statement.
Your quite local to me mate if you ever want to go for a ride drop me a message on Instagram
Always up for a ride out matey. I canât see you on Instagram tho. Drop me a like on Instagram so I can see. đ
Always up for a ride out matey. I canât see you on Instagram tho. Drop me a like on Instagram so I can see. đ
@@thatbikersimon my Instagram isnât working for some reason so Iv emailed you my Facebook name