2020 Rocket 3 Roadster ride...Tal

Lamonster said:

Coming from a guy who found out he had cancer in 2018 I don't count on being around for next years model. Live like there's no tomorrow because there might not be.

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CrzystghndKC said:

I know what you mean!

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webmaster said:

I knew someone would find my bike, what shop is that at?

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Mittzy said:

Great write up @Tal - my thoughts exactly - i did say to the dealer that I might just buy a set of GT bars for the TFC when I pick it up (Its at the dealership now).

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Lamonster said:

Coming from a guy who found out he had cancer in 2018 I don't count on being around for next years model. Live like there's no tomorrow because there might not be.

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dougl said:

I hear you. I’ll be 72 or 73 for the next year’s model. I may not even be able to handle my T120. About the dealer, they also sell Ducati, MV. Aprilla, Royal Enfield and others. Their reviews are mixed to put it mildly. I would not want to have a problem with a new Triumph model.

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Nat67 said:

This is the burning question Tally , did it feel 20+ grands worth ? you said the exhaust Burble sounded expensive , and having since sat on one myself , I know how plush they feel in the suspension department . But to me it feels the novelty could soon wear off and the reality of the cost would bite . Did you get that impression after riding one ? nice write up mate !

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Tal said:

My initial feeling was the bike felt small, but after maybe 10mins riding i put this down to a number of differences.
My bike has a more upright sitting position with flyscreen in front of me...its bulkier to ride...eg heavier particularly in the front end..
The new bike is very nimble and light to control...the power soon reminds you to 'TAKE IT EASY MAN!...YOU ARE IN A 50kph AREA!!!'..its very easy to twist the throttle and go from 50 to 100 in a blip!.
The seating is super comfy...the finish is spot on.
Bumps in the road were soaked up even tho i didnt hit any big ones.
So, no...i didnt feel it was over priced....after all its not a 'Rocket' as we know it...its a completely different bike...
it has many ride modes...so you select one and the tune changes to suit..cornering ABS...etc.
I'm counting my pennies as we speak..

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Tal said:

My initial feeling was the bike felt small, but after maybe 10mins riding i put this down to a number of differences.
My bike has a more upright sitting position with flyscreen in front of me...its bulkier to ride...eg heavier particularly in the front end..
The new bike is very nimble and light to control...the power soon reminds you to 'TAKE IT EASY MAN!...YOU ARE IN A 50kph AREA!!!'..its very easy to twist the throttle and go from 50 to 100 in a blip!.
The seating is super comfy...the finish is spot on.
Bumps in the road were soaked up even tho i didnt hit any big ones.
So, no...i didnt feel it was over priced....after all its not a 'Rocket' as we know it...its a completely different bike...
it has many ride modes...so you select one and the tune changes to suit..cornering ABS...etc.
I'm counting my pennies as we speak..

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Grumpy Ole Codger said:

Thank you for your efforts to enlighten us all, nicely written and very well presented. It helps to remind us that this IS a different bike altogether and any comparisons will not really be accurate. Well done young man!!

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