engine

  1. Engine noise question

    Sorry for the second post about the bike I checked out today, but something else came to mind. At idle, there's a slight ticking noise. The guy was nice enough to let me ride it and I didn't notice it then, only at idle. The bike has less than 6500 miles on it so I don't "think" it's an issue...
  2. Engine management light

    Can any fellow bikers help (Please)! Replaced the battery,because of a breakdown, now I got the engine management light on. Any ideas guys & girls??
  3. Want to Buy hiway pegs for engine bars

    Just looking for a standard Triumph set of hiway pegs to bolt onto my engine bars. Anyone got a spare/used set they are willing to part with?
  4. Black Engines

    I've read references to the black engine bikes being superior to the aluminum ones. Any truth to this and if so, what are the differences? Thanks.
  5. engine goes at 4th gear

    Friends, the engine went off twice on the fourth gear wen negotiating a curve and pulling the clutch?? Is it an issue?? happened twice 20 miles apart.Downshifted and started it started again, power to panel is ok?? FYi iam breaking in still with 550miles on the bike. Any suggestions?
  6. Pulled the Engine

    My son came over this morning to help pull the engine. I put some 6x6 blocks under it then used some 1x4s & 2x4s for shoring. I have a chain fall in the shop and the air MC lift. Lowered the stand used the chain fall to shake a bit. Engine came out just like it was suppose to. Then we slid on...
  7. Engine cutting out

    Hello, I've got an '05 Rocket III that just started developing a problem. At about 3000 rpm the engine starts to cut out and stutter. Almost as if it isn't getting gas. There also seems to be a "whirring" sound from the top of the motor or somewhere underneath the chrome cover right below the...
  8. Help with microfiche - Engine Number

    Hey, So, I'm looking at the exploded view for cooling system on the R3 because I have a very slow coolant leak at my pump, and I know what parts I need, but the way the engine numbers are referenced on the list are strange. My Engine number (stamped on the engine) is 3382685. The last 6...
  9. Engine Management Light on and irractic idle,

    Hi, Im new to the site. My 2006 R3 with less than 13K klms on it. The bike has been laid up for 12 months or more. The other day I moved the bike out of the shed and started it. It ran fine. Later that day when it came time to put the bike a away it present the following problems. The engine...
  10. Front engine guards/bars question

    I just received the front engine guard bars and I noticed that to install them the upper bolt needs to be removed. This is the bolt that supports the engine to the frame. Has anyone who may have installed these bars had any issues with the motor coming out of alignment when removing the top bolt...
  11. engine management light "on"

    I have this light on all the time it came on when I started the engine to warmup the oil in the garage checked the manual among other thing the light means the electronic system prevent further damage by providing "limping" mode for a while I also found my throttle would only rotate 1/8...
  12. Engine

    Painted my engine black last fall with VHT (very high temp) paint. Staying on very well so far. I guess I like it better than the silver.
  13. Windshield Alternative From MadStad Engineering

    http://www.madstad.com/ I just ordered one of these in dark grey for the Storm. Spoke with the owner and they will fit the Rocket III but they supply larger clamps for the forks and the dimensions for the headlights is slightly different but they have measured for that and adjust accordingly...
  14. For Sale engine for sale

    Sold ... thanks!
  15. For Sale 4 SALE, ENGINE.. WTB.. PARTS..

    i know that title is a bit confusing. I have a rocket iii motor and EITHER; would like to buy a swingarm, rear wheel, hub, drive shaft, axle, ECU + harness, throttle body with injectors, and everything i need to make the motor run and be able to move under it's own power (aside from a frame...
  16. Crate Engine???

    Hey fellas, I'm thinking of buying a second engine for my bike which i can have as a second motor and build to be a very quick performer without having to buy a second bike or have mine off the road anymore. Have you got any ideas? I'd like either a brand new or something very close to brand...
  17. Engine difference 08 thru 13 R3 Touring

    Hello everyone, I am actively seeking a rocket. What are the differences between the Rocket Touring models over the last several years? Engine tuning different? Any other differences and/or improvements. They do not appear to be any different other than the introduction of ABS. to be clear...
  18. Clocks out, engine ran until turned off

    Good morning all. I was on my way to work this morning when I looked down and realized my clocks were dead. Absolutely no readout. The needles are stuck at the speed and revs I was at when the dials died, no signal lights, no nothin. The bike ran like a top until I got to work and flipped it...
  19. Engine Light

    The engine light came on while riding home, Low oil pressure also flashing although there is plenty of oil.... is this a common problem, and is there an easy fix....... Thanks in advance for any help on this..... rocket 3 2008
  20. Engine Guard 2013 Roadster

    Any recommendations for a quality Engine Guard? I have read good things about the discontinued Rivco, but I don't even know if it will fit, even if I could find one. Thanks for any help.