I own one and it is by far the best bike I’ve ever ridden. There’s a tune online that removes the heavy throttle restrictions, throttle body limitations(throttle only opens to 70% at wide open) and torque limitations in the first 3 gears while also increasing horsepower from 165 to 183 and torque from 165 to 171. The bike is insane before and a literal monster after.
wow, what a concept. Not sure that I'm ready for that ....that sounds crazy. The sales guys tell me customers complain because the rocket does not wheelie high enough... they also make a turbo for the rocket 3 now... like you, I love the rocket 3, best bike I ever rode for sure... link for the tune?
@@rivertownrider7126 no stunt driving for me, lol.. But yeah, the rocket rides very well... never hit the pegs in the corner, but I have felt the ground with my foot once or twice
@Homie look at the yamaha Niken, it was a similar concept but even more extreme. Pushing the envelope of what we design as a motorcycle and doing it for the sheer pride of it. And I think this bike overall is more adept than it seems to be on paper.
I took delivery of my Rocket 3R, 8 months ago. I wanted effortless cruising, easy low speed riding, ridiculous accelleration, decent handling, good brakes, good shocks, traction control, abs brakes, cruise control, great looks, smooth throttle control, hill start hold, not a Harley ( only because everyone has got one, and I do love them too), and could hold its head up among Harley riders, awesome build quality and something I could see myself riding for many years to come. That's what I got and I love it. No regrets from me.
I bought a 2020 R3 GT. Got the up/down quick shifter, panniers, Bluetooth, TPMS, etc. I daily ride mine about 20 miles to work each day. My commute is the highlight of my day! To date, my bike has never failed to put a smile on my face. I appreciate your review, it is spot on!
@@glickmpb With a tune to release the throttle to 100% the R3 makes near 200 hp, and would leave the Vmax behind. Its throttled from factory, dont know why (maybe transmission cant handle it in the long run)
@@rykehuss3435 Well, the VMax puts out 200hp stock, they are about the same weight, so I guess it would have to do with the rider and how well the rear wheel grabs. I sat on the R3 and hated it. The seat is VERY wide and Im normal height and weight.
I bought a 2007 Rocket 111 new years ago. The transmission out put bearing failed around the time warranty ran out. Triumph did repair the bike under a warranty claim. A dealer upgrade kit was installed. I must say the repair took a few months to sort out. I still ride this bike, it is one of 10 I have. A little top heavy until you get used to the weight of the machine. It is by far the fastest bike I have ever rode. When you roll back the throttle, hold on because you are in for a ride. I am 65 years old and still get a thrill riding this bike.
I have a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3R. I ride it everywhere. Long trips, short trips, I love the bike. I think it is the best bike ever designed. I wouldn't want any other bike. I am six feet tall and weigh 215. I fit perfectly comfortable on it.
i live in a small town and ONLY ride around town, little trips, 20 mins max, mostly traffic light to traffic lightetc.. is this bike too much for that bike lifestyle?
@@justhavinagoodtime A Bonneville 900 would be perfect for that kind of riding. However, if you like your eyes wide open and hair blown straight back, it doesnt matter.
It has a biggest displacement engine on the market. My buddy sold his 98' Valkerie and got this bike cause it's bigger and Bader. It is! I rode it. It's great on the interstate. I couldn't catch up to him, riding his old bike. It's a beast!
I've been binge watching your videos. You make them fun while giving enough details to not be boring. Even videos you've done years ago are great fun to watch. Keep up the good work!
Bought a 2020 rocket 3 a week ago from a dealership in Mississippi. Rode it home from Mississippi to Texas. Awesome bike so far. Cruise control is a great feature. Lots of torque and takes corners decently well for a cruiser. Very fun.
@@HighAway not sure what exactly you’re asking but it was roughly a ten hour ride home. Fun ride. I got what I felt was a good enough deal on it to take the trip. None of the dealerships I checked with here in Texas wanted to meet me at the price I wanted to pay. The dealership in Mississippi actually sold it to me less than what I wanted to pay
I test drove a new Rocket 3 last weekend for the first time. It was at the Triumph demo days and they had this bike tucked in the back for advanced riders only. I was blown away, the low end torque was amazing, power at any RPM. It was the fastest bike I've ever been on, can't really compare it to a sport bike because sport bikes need really high RPM for power, this has power at any RPM. At 60 mph in 4th gear the RPM was only 2,000 which blew me away, I'm sure you could go super fast on this bike without winding it out. Riding on gravel with pot holes was rough though, it's a street suspension for sure. And yes, it feels like you are riding a rocket LOL.
My nephew just got his first bike, a used Yamaha mt-07. My last bike was an '08 FZ1 I sold in 2010. I had bad vertigo and also the bug to ride kind of went away. After seeing my nephew's bike I've been looking at videos and getting the urge to ride again. Although I have a young daughter now, OK, I'm done blabbing.
That’s a bs excuse , this very channel has shown how little money it takes to ride. I’ve seen this guy buy a bike at auction for 200 bucks and have it running with 40 dollars worth of parts
Great WORD of Wisdom! Saw this design from the '70's before they collapsed. Good to see you are still testing bike! Thanks for the new studd. GOD Bless! Canada
I picked up a 2021 Rocket 3 in early June. Since then, I've logged over 2000 miles in it already. And I live in Phoenix, and it's summer! It's an awesome bike. I have the GT version though, with the forward controls. Still getting used to that, but I really enjoy this bike.
Cool, you did a test ride video on my bike - even the same exhaust! This is motorcycle #10 for me, and is my all time favorite - I can't stop riding the thing. By the way, the bike always starts in Road mode, and you must be at a complete stop to change to Sport - and yes, you will feel a difference.
@@barackblows1942 oh, ok - I'll have to double check. I'm also reading that I should be able to change modes on the fly. I dont seem to be able to do that. Need to look into that also.
@@Hunter-nb5bj Thanks! Lol - I've been riding, but still haven't checked if I can change modes on the fly, or if it stays in the last-selected mode. I have no idea what mode I'm in - just having a blast on the thing!
I brought a new GT in Australia, had ongoing FOB issues which drove me crazy, despite that amazing power and handling for the size, but you cant beat the feel of a Harley V Twin which i have gone back to
So i did it i bought a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 GT version sold my Kawasaki Concours and after 3 month of riding it im just in love with this bike, so powerful and torquey massive acceleration its just a blast. Ride safe man
I just hit the 2.000km with my brand new R3R, and this is the greatest ... monstersize roadster ever made. Despite the fact that Triumph tried to lure the cruiser customer base with the R3GT, most people in Europe (according to my Triumph dealer) tend to have the middle instead of the forward foot controls. The fact is that I bought my R3R as a 400km used motorcycle, because the previous owner actually thought it would be a cruiser (had the bags, sissy bar, luggage rack) and got so disappointed he sold it back (minus approx. 7.000€) to buy a real cruiser. Lucky me ! The reasons he gave the dealer are basically crazy arm-stripping torque, no wind protection even with a custom windshield, and passenger seat is a wood plate. Really, if you're looking for a cruiser, give up on the R3, GT or R.
@@ProbeGT2 I dont even consider those as a factory bike,had a customer bought one yeats ago..couldn't register it up here because it wasn't on any OEM allowed import list .. weird laws up here in Canada.. can build and register a backyard made car..but not a motorcycle.
This is the best muscle cruiser! I own a 2022 limited Black edition 3R with that same Werkes exhaust blacked out. I had a 2017 Rocket 3 Roadster that I traded for a 2020 Red Rocket 3r but after seeing the Black edition I had to make the trade again. Lost money but hey after seeing the Black edition in person I had to do it. My other 2 monsters are a 2011 VMAX unrestricted and a 2022 ZX14R. This is a premium and powerful motorcycle. I am very interested in that tune that will unlock the beast even more. The mid controls are similar to my VMAX 1700.
Sean, So awesome, you have great taste (like me, lol) Have a Road King too, though I don't have the 131. That would almost seem pointless now that I bought the Rocket 3R. Every day is a blessing Enjoying the ride Love your videos and your ethos Take care
Got a 2013 Raider, less than 6000 miles, and it was like new, $6300.00. Would have to find a heck of a deal on a Rocket, to buy one, but they are cool.
I own a 2022 Triumph R3 GT 221 Edition. I don’t think it’s in the top ten of fastest street bikes but it’s close, and the torque is awesome. I think it has a speed limiter of 155-mph that you can eliminate with an ECU flash but I’d rather keep my warranty. There aren’t any roads in the Chicago area that have a 180-mph speed limit anyway. On the country roads 0-100 mph is a blast on the Rocket! 🚀
@@Hunter-nb5bj I haven’t been over 120-mph so I wouldn’t know for sure. I hear different numbers all over. This bike is all about the torque, not top speed. I’d buy an H2 if I wanted to go 200-mph.😎FJB 🖕🏻🇨🇳
@1:06, the one and only V10 8000cc Viper Motorcycle. Mr Millard is a total genius! Check out the "Flying Millard", it's a 5000cc Twin built from an old bi plane engine! If Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was a motorcycle that would be it.
@@nacantremember I thought he was from that neck of the woods, seen Henry's video's of them out ridding. Not too far from me, just the other side of Bath. The world needs more men like him.
it made me smile when you opened it up, i really want to ride one, but, i don't want to own one, i dropped my speed triple not so long ago at a stop sign, however i somehow managed to leap off and hold it before it hit the ground, luckily the guy behind me leapt out of his car and helped me put it upright, no damage whatsoever, if it had been a big bike, ie a rocket, it would have been a sad mess. besides, i love my 2020 1050 more than any of the 20 odd bikes i've owned over the years, incidentally, the worst bike i have owned was a pristine 2014 Harley Heritage, we just didn't get along together.
I’ve been riding Harleys for 40 years and I love love this bike. I’ve had my eye on triumph for a couple of years now just haven’t pulled the trigger yet.
I traded a 2019 114 Fat Boy for a 2022 R3 GT 221 and have no regrets. I’d bet that a stock R3 will beat any Harley on the road. I wanted more power and torque than I can get out of a 114 without spending an additional $10k to go to a stage 4. Those stage 4 engines aren’t very reliable unless you know a great builder. 😎
@@barackblows1942 the issue I had with the street glide was top heavy AND no real power after the rocket 3. I do miss the comfort of the glide, I don't think a crate 131 is even close to the rocket
You won't be a cool guy at the bar any more but the fit and finish of the triumph is way beyond Harley plus since I do not dress like a biker I was never accepted at the Harley dealer.
I love the word of wisdom. Amazing keep it up. I have an M109R. Today for the 1st time, I had it in 3rd gear at 6k rpm. Wow. This looks amazing though. Be safe.
I just test rode one the other day. Pulled up on my hayabusa and asked the dealership if I could test ride a rocket 3. They said normally no but since I pulled up on a busa they were confident that I had experience. 30 minute test ride I fell in love. Thinking of trading in my m109 for one if they give me what I want for the m109. That rocket is awesome
How weird is it that I just happened to see a 2005 rocket 3 on FB marketplace, looked it up and found your video from 5 years ago, decided to see what you've been up to lately and your newest video is the newest version of the same bike I started searching for. Wow
Friend has a 07 with hard sidebags and a windshield. Incredible bike. He blown away so many Harley's at events. So funny because these Harley guys never had any idea what a Rocket is.
Owned several Victory motorcycles, Jackpot 106 ci being one, and that dry weight was 649 lbs. It had 100 hp or so, and good torque of about 106 and thought that bike was manageable and had great power. Even had a Cross Country that was nearly 765 lbs. Accrued about 100,000 kilometers of travel on the Victories and found them to be great bikes for cruising and for touring, often with two up and full luggage. If anyone with any experience riding is worried about the Rocket 640 lbs of dry weight, forgettaboutit! With 165 hp or so and near equal torque, as most test riders will tell you, it is all you will need. You can get it remapped if you want and get another 30 hp or so at the wheel and really wake up the beast! My recent bike was a '19 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT, with 175 hp and weight of about 500 lbs, so I am able to compare lighter bikes with big power to the heavier ones. For me, the big beasts are my preference. A 2023/24 Rocket GT is on my list for this upcoming summer and I am glad to be excited about a bike again, as the Rocket meets the form and function appeal for me. Great review! Thanks!
wOW that my kind of bike i was looking for the triumph rocket 3 but the GT version i have a Kawasaki Concours for 4 years now and i think is time for me for a muscle cruiser Triumph style thx Sean great video.
After 40+ years and approximately 750,000 total miles; health impedimates closed the door on my beloved career on motorcycles. If I was to be granted a second chance the new Rocket III would be the bike. I once owned a 2014 R3 Roadster for two years. Of all the motorcycles and many genres of motorcycles I owned since 1969 my R3 Roadster put an ear-to-ear grin on my face the from the moment I threw my leg over it. The ONE thing it(and every other 500+lb motorcycle) needs is the Norman Hossack design(BMW-Duel lever) front suspension or an applicable Saxon - Motodd (BMW-Tele-lever) suspension. Not only would these 1/4 ton beasts handle much better and NOT brake-dive so violently, but GONE would be the all too regular and costly replacement of steering stem bearings every ten thousand(or so) miles. There are very valid reasons BMW keeps the "Tele-lever" on the 600lb 1250GS and "Duo-lever" on their 700+lb 6 cylinder super cruisers, and Honda adopted the "Norman Hossack design" to their Goldwing.
My brother bought the R3GT in May of this year. The GT is set up more for trips a different seat and foot peg placement handle bars I road this motorcycle for about two hours it's a hellva machine! I ride a BMW K1600GTL
How did you forget to include Harleys only true muscle bike the Vrod..which in 2004 produced 115 HP..still love your content, and the rocket is definitely on my list!
It's not about what you ride but where you're riding.....I have a 125cc Royal Alloy Scooter that tops out a 50mph, I get a lot of looks and thumbs up from all kinds of riders
@@AyaWetts any mechanics in your area that work on triumphs... for minor stuff like oil changes, brakes, tires etc… if ya gotta go miles 150 every year orso, no big deal to me.
@@wanton1234 As long as everything goes great, its no problem... I fear having larger issues. For simple stuff like oil changes, not a problem, but for anything bigger when they want you to just drop the bike off for days... over 150 miles is a big deal.
@@AyaWetts I just checked, it's about 60 miles. It's a big deal for me. Was $100 one way uber, before biden.. I try and make appointments, go eat breakfast. Only ever had one issue, a bad seal under warranty. The rest of my trips are adding stuff like heated grips... or headers. You can probably do that yourself.
I talked to a guy that owned one. He liked it, but the deal breaker for him was the expensive back tire replacement more often from the weight and torque.
@@Isthislife2135 I live in US. the Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, Accord Chevy Malibu have 1.5 litre the spark has a 1.4. The new Hyundai and Kias have 1.6 litre. All smaller turbo engines vs bigger N/A engines
The stock exhaust sounds good too; I’m not changing mine. I also have a HD Breakout with loud V&H pipes. Sometimes it’s nice to have a quieter exhaust. 😎
@@barackblows1942 I've rode both stock and with the werkes exhaust. It sounds a little to quiet/ not deep enough of a noise in stock configuration, and that's coming from me who hates exhausts that are to loud.
@@Hunter-nb5bj All of those aftermarket pipes are fugly. If someone came out with pipes as good looking as the stock pipes, then I might consider it. The V&H 300 eliminators look better than stock on my Breakout. 😎FJB 🖕🏻🇨🇳
Currently have a Raider and have been eyeballing these for my next bike. Not that I really need one as the Raider is excellent. But, there is always that manly desire for wanting something bigger. With that price tag I probably wont end up getting one of these though :( My Raider cost about 1/4 the price and is still meaner than majority of the cruisers out there. I would go for the GT model if I was to get one though. There are only a handful of bikes I would consider as an upgrade to my Raider that I actually like the look of. I don't like the look of the Diavel. Vmax looks decent, if not a little odd. I like how beefy the Rocket looks.
Different bikes for different task, sold my Harley dresser because I no longer ride long distances. if I were to ride distance, I would get a goldwing. For what I do, the rocket 3r is perfecrt
I completely agree, my goldwing is great for long rides, not so much for commuting to work or playing on twisty little roads. I need to get a smaller/lighter bike for that, but if I could swing a rocket 3 instead I would sure do it.
It was fun to See Alan Milliard's Viper engine V10 in that list. Because he carefully proportioned most parts you don't realise how big it is. I'm almost glad that is the only one.
They pitted this against the Kawasaki H2 SX, and honestly I think the displacement is just beyond too much. You and Craig should do a head to head with this and and the H2 SX so people can see which will is the real king of the big boy sport tourers
H2R makes 310hp (200hp for street model sx is even higher). That's significantly more power then the rocket makes, while being remarkably lighter then the rocket also. The rocket wouldn't even be close in any race.
Love my 2020 Rocket 3R, 9000 miles on it so far and averages 41mpg, sport mode is a hooligan and will lift front end, you can also disengage TC altogether, super smooth, really composed on road, and likes to lean 😎 have toured on it too. Makes all other bikes feel torque light. Such a fun bike.
