Rocket 3 - Could I live with one? Lessons Learned | 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 Review
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- Rocket 3 - Could I live with one? Lessons Learned | 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 Review. Having ridden the incredible Triumph Rocket 3 for a few days I have been able to reflect on this massive beast and work out the things I like and don't like about the machine. In this video I asses the pros and cons of the bike and try and work out of I could live with one..
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Yeah I was just about to post about it, that high pitch ear splitting noise, ouch.
great vid only i thought my tinnitus was playing up again lol
You should check out that high pitched noise. It's been in a bunch of your videos. Are you using a wireless belt pack?
Just FYI, I'm a sound engineer so hit me up if you need any help. Be happy to lend a hand. Love your videos! :)
you can find and filter out the high tone(s) with audacity. i do this when someone posts something i really want to watch but has high pitched noise
0. download the video as an mp3 or mp4 (e.g. google download youtube mp3)
1. import the audio (you can drag in a video file as well) into audacity
2. choose a portion of audio where the high tone occurs
3. analyse -> plot spectrum -> size: 65536 -> hover mouse over spectrum to find the high pitched noise
4. select the all of the audio
5. effect -> notch filter -> input the troublesome frequency -> Q value of 5 is fine -> ok
6. repeat step 5 for other frequencies if present
7. sync up the audio and watch the vid
this video has peaks at 5000 and 8635 hz
I know it would be a struggle but I'm sure I could live with one. ;)
That bike is a masterpiece and totally worth every penny, that's coming from a Harley owner...
Every bike feels like a joy if youre used to a Harley
Traded in my Sportster and Heritage for a 2021 Rocket GT. Why did I wait, should have done it earlier. Way more comfortable than 2017 Heritage. The power is ridiculously fun.
@@ryanmalone2681 The funny thing is, with such the bad rap Harley owners have from being blindly loyal to HD, haters like you are so much worse and sound 100x more like a douchebag with your mindless, unnecessary slams. And no, I don't own a Harley. Just pointing out how dumb and petty you sound.
@@pissedoffveteran7965 I'm on the fence. My Road King has been so good to me.
@@mijoizagas3747 Go test drive the rocket and tell me you smiled the whole way.
Thanks for the video. I actually own a TFC version of this. Used to have an XDiavel. Couldn’t agree more with your comments about feet forward - it’s a real pain in the ass, literally. Riding position on the TFC is perfect for me at 6ft 2. Not so energised as everybody else about the fuel cap - I mean, it’s a fuel cap.... Not bothered about the range personally, although you can’t fill it up without people coming over wanting to talk to you about it - I’ve had a lot of nice bikes, but never one that caused so much attention as this. No issues with the TFT - there’s too many features need to be accessed if it doesn’t have one. I’m fine with the sound - not into noisy bikes. For the pricing - I don’t think anyone spending 25k on a bike is that motivated by price one way or the other. If you’re not sure if you can afford it or not, you can’t. I didn’t find it an issue to move around, but I am quite big. Shaft drive is great, chain on my Diavel was a pain, and I never trusted the belt on my XDiavel really. Thanks again.
Thanks for the real world feedback, glad you are enjoying the bike - all the best!
It is what it is. well done Triumph for doing something a bit special.
I agree 100%
I understand the daily struggle of bigger bikes as I am only 5'9.
The last few bikes I've owned was a 2009 MT01, 2010 VMax, XV1900 and now a ZX14R (some little bikes in between R6, GT650, XVS650 for fun).
Every bike I have owned has always been my daily rider.
Now that my bones are starting to ache a Rocket 3R may be on the cards in the future.
Like the Vmax mid pegs are more useful as I can relate to the spine hammering effects of a cruiser.
If you ride big bikes all the time you will notice that at a glance the R3R is fine.
Your Queen can be a Daily and your Daily can be your Queen.
Like a good Missus .... she can be hard to deal with everyday, but everyday you're still happy with her.
Beautiful, gorgeous, but too damn large and heavy. Great effort by Triumph for those whose idea of a big bike is just right.
Love from America!
Its a true beast , the torque the looks and even the handling, its somphting special
Impressive how the bike lifts itself when under acceleration evreysecond yoy drive it you feel the power
Never owned a triumph but that is my favourite bike
I could not disagree more, this is an everyday bike (the GT version) and I have put 6000 miles on mine since late January. The seat is actually way more comfy on a long ride than the seat on my 15 Touring. Long rides or short it elicits a great big grin on every ride. If I could only have one bike this would be the one, hardly a garage queen.
Fair enough Jim! Thanks for the comment and enjoy the bike!
Amen! Enjoy your ride. Compare this to my 1985 v65 sabre and it is a dreamboat.
Enjoy and don't let anyone tell you what your house is "worth"
What is the longest one-way ride that you have taken on your Rocket GT? How far can you ride at a steady speed of 80 mph?
Bang On! You say it mate!
@@amphibdriver1 just finished a 1700 mile trip taking three nights and four days. Nothing impressive like an Iron Butt run or something but the Rocket is very comfortable and I had no problem carrying enough gear. The bonus being whenever we hit the twisties the other cruisers couldn’t come close to keeping up. I can ride easily ride at 80 until its time to get some gas, which was in our longest single leg about 170 miles. But if you are having some fun going way over 80 you will have to stop way sooner for gas, lol.
I agree with everything that you have said. I found that moving my Rocket is easiest whilst sitting on it - low centre of gravity and no fear of over-balance and dropping. I don't have a garage at the moment and the showroom finish is rapidly diminishing - will have to settle for a rough MadMax look in a few years I guess. I love my bike - this is my daily commuter and I'm VERY happy.
Good to hear you're loving the bike Jet - interesting to hear what you say about the finish though seems a shame to have to "rat" a £20K bike so soon!!
A real informative video..!! Been searching for one for very long... Thanks a lot ..!!
My pleasure!
Personally I hate all these flat TFT iPad looking screens on bikes, well done to Triumph for making something different and usable that doesn't follow the sheep! We ride bikes, we don't need computer programmes to tell us how we are doing! Love your reviews TMF, always a few too many personal opinions for me, but your just been honest, so fair play! The only only real problem I see from your video is tank range (extra bottle of fuel on bike when I go touring will sort that out) and the weight is slightly less than my bike now!
Thanks for taking the time to show us.
I can only give you my opinions Ian, I’m not saying I’m right!
No............the BIG problem is price! plus if you look at their second hand value the pain of losing a fair old wedge in the first few years of having it taking up garage space but being little used. I agree that its TFT is big and ugly!
I agree with everything apart from the TFT display. Think it fits the bike perfectly.
Keyless ignition is a big plus on any motorcycle. There is enough hassle with protective clothing, helmet, luggage, making sure everything else is secure, etc., so starting up and leaving the bike without the need to retrieve your key from its safe place is a significant advantage.
Yes I know in some cases it works for some for sure...
Re: GS Hill-Hold. Note is can also be dis-engaged by another hard pull on the brake lever. This is my preferred method on the RT. Pull once to engage, then repeat. The issue I have with the Rocket 3 in addition to your observations, having ridden it recently, is the unfinished nature of the rear. What's up with a proper mudguard? A styling trend that is entirely negative in terms of usefulness and seems to be propagating with every OEM. Thanks for the great reviews!
Hear, hear, Chris… as far as the rear (nearly) mudguard goes. Surely if it's a 'premium' bike, they can afford another foot of plastic to fill in the ugly gap. It spoils what could be a great looking bike. It's one area where the original R3 was streets ahead.
It’s absolutely massive. I never realised.
We got about 6-8 of these at my dealership. Did uncrate and pre-delivery on most of those. We had 2 or 3 with oil leaks from the drain bolts underneath (3 drain bolts on the engine) and one came back in for break in service with one of the engine seals leaking. Not design issues but lack of quality control during assembly, not torquing bolts to spec. Also had a couple bolts on the radiator guards fall out on one of the demos.
But I loved taking them on their first test rides. Torque for days, handle well when moving. Handle bars are too wide for my taste but needed for that fat front tire. They are a pain to move when pushing them around by hand. Not as bad as a BMW K1600 but still hefty bikes.
If I was in the market for this type of bike R3, Diavel, VMax etc) I'd take the Rocket. And I'd take it over any and all Harleys. But I'd take a Grom over a Harley.
Thanks for the behind the scene peek, improperly tourqed bolts should not be an issue from the factory.
Shouldn’t the dealership check all the bolts before delivery
Bolts not torqued correctly is usually due to inconsistent lubrication when fitting bolts. Using a lubricant on a bolt reduces the torque setting to achieve the correct tension on the thread which ultimately is what matters. I saw it a lot in automotive manufacturing.
I had a test ride of one of these today. It is an awesome bike.
I found the low speed handling a bit more difficult than my Speed Twin. I guess a test ride longer than 1 hour, and a few more mini roundabouts to practice on and I'd have been fine. I must have looked like a new rider doing their CBT. Once above 10 ish MPH, and on long sweeping twisties it was brilliant. Not as flickable as a Street Triple, but then that is around 1/2 the weight !
The acceleration was breath taking, I'd like a go on a drag strip.
I think it would make an awesome drag bike.
I didn't try pushing it around, I was too worried about dropping the dealers bike, and that looks hard, as you say.
I rode the GT version with cruiser forward pegs. I found this pretty comfortable. Maybe I just rode on well tarmaced roads, I found it more comfortable than my Speed Twin or Street Triple.
The issue I had with forward pegs is my feet are trained for the pegs on the Speed Twin, so pulling away my feet would be dangling in mid air hunting for the pegs, until I remembered !
Do I still love it ? yes. Do I still want one ? yes. Would I currently swap my Speed Twin and Street Triple for one ? no. This would still be bike No. 3 for me, maybe No. 4. I just need a house with a garage ( and not my twisty path arrangement of parking bikes in a very secure log shed that is up a ramp ) and a spare £20K . Oh Hum !
I felt a bit like the Terminator, and a bit of a "poser" when riding it. Triumph might sell me one in a couple of years time :)
I sold my last bike 12 years ago, '08 FZ1, just now paying attention again as my nephew just bought a bike.
Stylewise this triumph is gorgeous, maybe my favorite of ALL the new bikes, for me it's a bit too heavy. One other issue for me is the foot pegs are too far forward. Oops, I spoke too soon, the pegs on this aren't too far forward. It's the GT foot pegs that are too far forward.
I think its the nuts, such àn eye catcher, i could live with it. Great reveiw Andy.
Thank you Ken....
Great review. Excellent points. You've got an eye for detail. Thanks :) I must say, surely the results of a pillion sliding off backwards would be catastrophic. With no fender, it's straight only the rear tyre - in full rotation. Can't work out how that was approved.
I'm assuming they though no one would be daft enough to attempt it! My Mrs wasn't up for it for sure...mind you she has got 3 degrees so theoretically is quite clever....
The pillion is the perfect out. " I'd give you a ride but..."
Your videos are such a treat to watch! Thank you for your content! Hope you and yours are staying well! Cheers!
Thank you - you too!
The guy in the truck came back for a second look 😂😂
keyless ignition is great, much rather have than not have, my Multistrada one was fantastic, no more messing with keys to start , just leave in your pocket
Hmmmm, not convinced.....
I like the key in the ignition switch. Each to their own!
for reasons I can't quite explain, the rocket 3 reminds me of the Lawmaster as ridden by Judge Dredd
That would be reason to buy one alone. Dredds bike was a Notron 4000cc V8 (obviously misspelled Norton).
@@steeveedee8478 its poetic licence
Look up the Honda NM4
Good to see a balanced opinion of what you like and what you would change. Not sounding like a salesman is one of your USP's TMF, Thank you!
Thank you Ray - I try and just say what I think - I'm no expert of course but i assume some people out there will agree with me! Thanks for watching and for stopping by as ever...always good to hear from you....
I'm glad you were able to review the bike. I left a comment some months back asking if you would review the Rocket. I will never own this motorcycle but I wish they did something with those bug-egged headlights. I wish they made them more oval-shaped like the Speed Triple's headlights. I also thought it would sound a lot more meaner than it does.
The wants are many, the needs are few! I would love one of these in my shed, but as I'm not in the Jay Leno bracket, sadly, it's a no from me.
While I'm here TMF, could you ask your friends at Yuassa their views on maintenance chargers as Richie Vegas (!) raised a point the other day chatting with Bruce. Maybe do a video on the subject.....
TFM, the engine sound of this is more car like, because, well the displacement is car like.
Indeed - still a shame though....
it is the same displacement as my Mazda3 engine but one less cyclinder
have I missed something? when did you install the toll barrier 🤔
@@rahjr65 I have not yet owned a car with a 2.5 L engine (and I have had different cars over the last 30 odd years)!
Great honest review. Looking forward to taking one for a test ride once the situation improves....
What a beauty, I agree, this is easily Triumph's best looking bike for yonks, I need one rapido
“Garage Queen” - I love that!
Ps, in these lockdown days just watched your Norway tour again. Brilliant. Perfect when you have lots of time and nowhere to go.
Glad you enjoyed it Clive!
Hi there I never noticed any ringing on the video, and I saw your new bike anti theft bar in the garage well nice cheers
Mines red and I just love this bike. I've had lots of bikes but nothing this cool. It's a dirt bike for the road. And it's easy to move around . I just rode the lake Michigan shoreline all curves man this bike Handel's so nice. I bet I could ride these curves no handed it rides that nice.
i love my Rocket, have 6 bikes from a Harley to ST1300, but Rocket my fav
Good stuff - but I imagine you're still in the "honeymoon period" - can you give us an update in 2 years time ;0)
TheMissendenFlyer of course I can, what are friends for? Lol
If you're going to nit-pick an insanely capable power cruiser, then all hope is lost.
The hissing and screeching noise drowns the truck noise out...😳
Awesome, just made a coffee. Sit back and enjoy 🙂
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It's patently clear how much work goes into your uploads ,which is why they look so effortlessly great . I like that you have no stupid music overdubbing , I like that you speak the common language we all understand and not gibberish marketing B.S.
I like that your talking points are honest and like listening to a mate sharing your honest views with a pal .
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Thanks so m,uch for this particular presentation as I was considering a Rocket 3 and your views and honesty have really helped my decision making process.
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Wow - thank you for all the kind comments!
If it didn't say Triumph on the tank, from the side I would of thought it was a bigger version of the Ducati Diavel
I could spend £20k on two new bikes and still have change left over.
Yeah, I agree. I have what was a new Speed Twin from last year, and what was an 18 month old Street Triple. With change from the £20k.
Although if I was rich enough, I would have one of these.
Yep. Or you could buy 2 Kia’s for the price of a BMW, or 5 scooters for the price of a BMW GS. Wait. Are we doing vehicle maths, or ...?! 🤓
Yep, and you’d probably look a dick on both!
Good review, The fuel flap does sort of let the quality side down, perhaps there is a billet accessory from Triumph for it. Have keyless on my Harley, just walk up turn on and ride off, great job, no messing about looking for keys or having them rattle about on the bike.
Great review, beautiful motorcycle!
Lockdown conditions. Possession is 9/10ths of the law. I guess it's yours now
I wish! Sadly this was recorded many weeks ago and went back well before the lock down - I do have a Tiger 900 in the garage though and I’m hoping Triumph might forget about that one!
The dials on the Thruxton would look better on this bike. And I'm with you with the keyless ignition on bikes, do I need another big fob to keep in my pocket when I could keep the key in the ignition?
"Another big fob in my pocket". On the list of first-world problems, this is top-10 material.
Keep up the good job. Your way of reviewing bikes are better than anyone i have seen on CZcams !!!!!!!
You are very kind - thank you!
Second time I’ve watched this video, purely because I’ve just picked up a 2020 Rocket 3R - I had this video in mind when I was test riding it!
Thanks for sharing Andy TMF 👍
I never come across a perfect motorcycle or woman , just have to deal with it 🤷♂️
women please 3 ex wifes later
Don't expect to find a perfect person. Just work on being a more perfect you.
I wouldn’t worry about the discolouring on the pipes they look like they’re the same finish as the headers on my bobber and they come up great with regular applications of Autosol and elbow grease. Talking of the bobber one of the main criticisms when it came out was size of the 9litre tank. Now on a long steady run I can easy get 70mpg out of the bobber, which gives it the same range as the Rocket with its 18litre tank doing 35mpg! 🤣
Great video and review, TMF! Very grateful for your videos, especially these days. Hope you are your family are staying safe, cheers
Thanks David!
Sounds like the White Van men sent the truck around to annoy since they can't get at you on the road now! Great video.
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Yeah, agree. Doesn't tick all the box"s for me either.
boxes..NOT..box’s..
Don't ever drop ... you'll never pick it back up
TheMaloney I had a Rocket III touring...it was a beast on its side but if you know how it’s done you can pick up any bike
Adrenalin is a wonderful thing, especially, having dropped your bike, you manage ti pick it up before the neighbours see you. I did it with an FJR1300 at the same weight as the Rocket. 290kg.
Don't worry about it and just call 911 to handle it.
I've dropped and picked up a Honda Valkyrie weighing 343kg. It's all about technique. And this was on gravel too.
Fantastic bike!!! I want one!!!
Hi Andy, I have the hill start control on my BMW R1250RS - absolutely no issues with it at all, so surprised about the comments regarding the GS? It's also automatic and detects when you're on an incline although you can override it. The Rocket needs the BMW TFT..................
Just my experience with it Jon, I've not been impressed with it...although I agree on the TFT (actually the Rocket would be better without a TFT IMO)....
One of those bikes that looks amazing sitting at the garage or in front of a bar but honestly it's worthless as a commuter or anything else. I bet 5 years from now we'll have many on sale for a fraction of the price and with less than 5000miles. A bike to admire but not to ride much.
...if that's the case then I'll definitely have one!
Have you ridden one? They're actually a fantastic ride
I’m 5’8” - this bike is nimble .. fast AF and gets about 40 mpg - the fit and finish is pretty amazing as well .. my second Triumph in the barn 👍🏻
Watching this “regular” video, makes me feel like all is right in the world. Even just for 14:13 minutes. Now that Rocket 3 is one hell of a dandy bike to look at, just not my cup of tea. I’m wondering if all the “white vans” got together and plotted their “uncle big Brutus” truck to rock up to your driveway to bugger up the video sound? (twice) 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎
nice, I just learned about something like Guardman garage barrier :) nice bit of kit, cheers!
Great review. Always a pleasure watching your videos. Years ago I sold my Speed Triple and bought a Harley in an attempt to slow down. I've been missing the bug eyes ever since. This may be the perfect blend!
I owned the previous Rocket and dont think all that electronic flair and premium crap was needed. And yes please, lets go back to analog clocks and raw unfiltered experience. To me it just seems as excuses to shot up the price for no reason.
And yea, I know EuroV makes all I am saying impossible and I hate it.
Never been a fan of used bikes, but at this rate, may be the only solution for old school assholes like me.
Not going to do long distances on a 'cruiser'????? A 130 mile tank range is completely inexcusable.
I completely agree. Sat on one at the bike show. This bike has the X-factor more than any bike I’ve ever seen, but it could only be your only bike if you are an occasional rider. If you ride every day, in all weathers, want to take any stuff... you are better off with something else. I’ve got a MT-O9 tracer. Yes it is a bit plasticy by comparison (although the engine and handling is wicked) but you could get TWO of them, all your kit and still have change for the price of one of these!!!
Great review, I really like your presentation style. I would love to own one, but agree it would used more as a weekend posing machine.
If I'm ever ready to "suicide by bike," this is the one. LOL! This bike is officially too fast.
I am probably the only person who really doesn’t like much of anything about this bike. Too big , ugly, and expensive. And the silly tft and tiny tank....shudder...
Agreed 100%.. it’s an ugly ass piece of crap
I'm with you I'm afraid. I could somehow understand the VMax even if a mate of mine suggested it handled like a "double bed" but the Trumpet? It does nothing for me....
May I ask if its made in the UK?
I know my old 900 Daytona was - is this?
In a nutshell, a hideous lump.
The tail/rear end just looks so "off" to me. It looks like the seat has been shortened cafe style and an extended swing arm installed. Just something not so fluid about it (plus that center wheel mud guard is off putting.
Mind that, I think it looks great... but that exhaust is absolutely pathetic. I can't believe the fastest accelerating Triumph ever built sounds like a stock Chevy Spark or Ford Fiesta. It's just unacceptable. And don't tell me about "sound regulations". There are PLENTY of bikes sold in the UK and US that are much louder than this bike that are completely stock from the factory.
Unlikely made in the uk? Triumph like us to think they are by covering them in Union Jacks,but most production now in Thailand. At least I own English made Triumphs.
Great review... I'm really liking this bike especially in red.
Yes the triumph is absolutely beautiful...........the triple engine, such a distinct sound.............thanks Sir for the education
Hill start FFS! What happened to actually riding a bike, instead of the bloody electronics doing it for you.....men used to be made of clay...........what happened?
Err yeah, although I'm kind of guessing at around 320 kg wet makes Hill start is a useful feature.
karlosh ...not really necessary with such a low seat height. I eventually paid to have it activated on my 1290SA when I embarked on a 4 month trip and had the Motech Trax alloy panniers fitted and a roll top with my tent between them...but while it worked well, I only used it offroad (I’d activate it from the menu while I changed the ABS & traction control). Even with such a tall seat height, it wasn’t necessary on black top, and it prevents you (for several seconds) from rolling backwards, which you sometimes need to do if any vehicles are rolling back towards you.
rollingthunder45 - I get what you’re saying but everyone gets a pull away on a hill wrong occasionally but if you did it on this and dropped it - you could hurt yourself !😁
It costs over 20k, I'd want a few bells and whistles after paying that much for a bike.
Wait, clay?... My 2014 Rocket's low center of gravity, excellent balance, and maneuverability make it easy to handle (for something so heavy). Unless this new one carries its center of mass substantially higher, I would expect it to be just as compliant. It seems like hill hold would be more useful on a bike with a higher seat. Would anyone small enough to find the Rocket a stretch even consider this motorcycle?
Just get the feeling that this was made for bad taste US buyers.
Swaggerlot I totally agree with you👍
It makes me think of Pamela Anderson with cherry red lipstick trying to remain relevant
@@ronanrogers4127 25 years ago maybe.
Who happen to have thousands of miles of pretty straight and wide roads..........
Best review by far, answered all the niggling questions on my mind 🤙
Glad to help!
No thanks! A poser's machine, too much of everything!
Well most bikes are a posing machine. If not then everyone would just ride a beige plain bike
I think any bike you go for is a posing machine to someone, and this won't be for others, it depends on you preferences, this would be purchased cos its one if not the best in its class for what it's designed to do, the pose factor is a bonus. In the future, there will be other "pose" machines,
Appreciate the way you filmed the oil leak under the engine at the start. Classic Triumph.
That was water (I did check!)
I've been wearing a Triumph belt buckle for over 50 years, owned many Triumphs, mainly air-cooled Bonnies, and this thing is absolutely ridiculous- and NOT in a good way! My last new Triumph was a 2017 Street Cup which I modified to my taste. But after having on-going, on & off electronic engine control problems (that the dealer was useless in repairing) which left me stranded on the road more than once, I sold it back to the dealer! I'll never buy another new Triumph! My fully restored '70 Tiger 650 is stone reliable, quick, easy to flick, looks and sounds terrific and I can easily repair it myself if anything goes amiss! I believe I'll just keep it!
Fair enough!
I've heard people complain it's not very "triumph"... but right there in the opening shot - a stained patch right under the engine block ;)
AC Cobra is bang on with this. Gorgeous in many ways. It has many plusses and looks very art deco - single sided swing arm, wiring in the handlebars and shaft drive. But the bike could have been great, unfortunately, they have let it down with cheap trim: the hideous out-of-character swatch-watch-like TFT - two dials like the speed twin, please. Next, the over use of the gray-silver plastic trim on the rad, in front of the lower forks dominates the eye, followed by the gas cap, like you mention, and the reappearance of the plastic trim below the seat. However, some of those negatives could be changed with aftermarket which will no doubt blossom as the bike becomes more popular. Great vid, TMF. Thanks.
Thanks for watching and for the comments!
Try moving your bikes around by standing on the right hand side. The front brake easy to operate and if goes away from you it will land on the side stand. The awkwardness and trip hazard of the side stand is also not an issue. Granted it takes getting used to but for me it was a game changer and with big bikes like this it works a treat.
Good tip!
Great review. So good that I did not even notice in the video you never showed any riding footage of it! That my friend is brilliant!
That is good!!
Wow, what a gorgeous piece of machinery! Will look for your other video on it. Like you, probably not a bike I'd buy, but I wouldn't say no if someone offered me one!
Cheers!
I have to admire Triumph for making the Rocket a real one off production bike, stunning looking but maybe not for me, great review as always TMF.
Hope daughter and all family well.
Yes I fully agree Dave - hats off to Triumph for making this awesome machine.....and yes all is well in chez TMF once again thanks for asking....all the best!
Nice honest vid. It's a lovely bike but it's a very expensive novelty that's quite impractical in many ways. Although I suspect the heart rather than the head would be chief in the decision making process. I also think you're right that it would be tricky to justify this as your only bike because of it's impractically & over time the appeal may fade. Still a hell of a bike & feat of engineering though & quite the spectacle.
Indeed - I think it's great that Triumph went ahead and actually made this...
I am a newcomer to your channel but so far reviews on the rocket three have been brilliant I shall carry on watching your channel keep up the good work
Welcome along Paul, glad you've enjoyed the videos!
Dr pimple popper my wife and Patterdale loved this video.
I think I could be persuaded. As you say, cool AF. It would have to be a cherished second hand one though after it's done its money.
Agreed....
Spot on Mr Flyer! It pulls like it wants to rip of your arms! This beast really would deserve to roumble, sounds more like a car then a bike. My Atas next to it sounds like freakin Mozart.
Nice review as allways! Cheers
I can’t even ride a motorbike and still enjoyed the video.
That’s great to hear!
Looks awesome 👍
Great video! We here at VikingBags really appreciate your content!
Thanks Andy, a very interesting and lovely bike. Not for me to be honest but I can see the appeal for some.
Great video thanks. I was hoping you might have folded down the rear foot peg to demonstrate its use.
Clearly a lot on that bike took ques and ideas from the diavel.
Yes I wish I'd done that as well! Thanks for watching....
Stainless goes like that with heat and rain mate; it is inevitable. I like it!
Actually I was thinking of buying it, for commute and go for a ride once in a while. Actually for my mais transportation motorcycle! I don't go offroad, ever, so this is perfect for me. No long journeys either
Fill your boots!
Micael I It’s nice,but the weight would soon pee me off.
Yes I agree with almost everything here (I can't comment on how it will tarnish)
Do I love it? Yes.
Would I have it as a garage Queen? Yes.
Would I want it as my only bike? No.
Just hope I win the lottery...
Exactly....
After listening to the don’t likes, and your suggestions on improvements... you pretty much spec”d out the previous model rocket roadster (which I own) not so much of a leap forward in my mind
Totally love the screen !
Triumph Press bikes are not treated badly at all, they used to be run it with dummy fuel tanks and panels then back in the factory, cleaned, new headers and all the correct panels put on before the press get them 👍🇬🇧
I like these reviews. Even though I ride an MZ.
....as long as you ride....
Great bikes with interesting history. I’ve owned five. Wish I still had one.
Well, I purchased the Rocket 3 GT three days ago (2/9/24). My only wish is that truck would stay there and rev its engine. This is a perfect machine.
Congratulations on your new bike - what a beast!
Mudguards are functional not aesthetic, there to protect rider and bike. Nearly all the triumph range seem to have poor pillion seats. I have to previous Rocket, guess I’ll have to keep it for quite a while
Interesting summary. As it really is a ride it for fun bike I'd leave the earplugs at home and get the full benefit of the sound it makes!!
Yes if a car with an exhaust that is blowing kinda sound floats your boat , I have road it and the drone it makes is awful .I'm a triumph fan too.wanted this bike until I rode it