Are Triumph Rockets reliable?

[mexican]

Mine has been as well. I have 2, 2000 LT with 66k and a 16 K1600GTLE that have been great. You perhaps would not get the same impression on the forum.

I sold a 2016 r1200r with 14k miles, i now have a 2020f750 gs with 1800 miles and 5 year factory warranty

 

[Tripps]

I sold a 2016 r1200r with 14k miles, i now have a 2020f750 gs with 1800 miles and 5 year factory warranty

I call dibs when you get tired of that one.

 

[Ozzymoto]

I own a 15 HD Roadglide SE. They had a recall because the saddle bags were falling off. They replaced the mounting pins and several months later my empty bag fell off while turning at an intersection. The cause? Failed rivet on the “upgraded pin”. Brought the pin and bag to the Harley dealer who agreed that HD should replace my damaged case. Corporate refused saying that they had met their obligation by providing the upgraded pin. I spoke to a customer service (now that’s a laugh) supervisor who told me that they would do nothing further. I told him that I would never buy another HD product, not even a tee shirt. And that their tee shirts are better made than their bikes. Selling the HD soon, and that is why I purchased the 21 Triumph Rocket GT . Looking forward to no longer having my teeth and back jarred when I go over small bumps in the road.

 

[Dr.D]

Joined Feb 7th, Last Seen Feb 7

I think that "Elvis has left the building...."

Yes I noticed that. This is not a serious thread from the OP. On the other hand we have shared among the real members our experiences.

 

[Lemieuxfan]

overall my 2014 R3R has been reliable machine because of the old and new rockets you'll spend some cash on tires especially if you do any distance riding expect to pay at least 300-400 per year on tires. The cam cover gasket is a bit of a known issue although it won't break the bank. The engine gets real hot and it sometimes stresses and crimps the gasket. (some are still on the original with no issue) But compared to HD with their sumping, weak oil pump, compensator, clutch problems, cam chain tensioner issues, and much more. Give the Triumph a shot take care of the bike and don't ride it like an idiot and it will last you a long time.

 

[Journeyman]

overall my 2014 R3R has been reliable machine because of the old and new rockets you'll spend some cash on tires especially if you do any distance riding expect to pay at least 300-400 per year on tires. The cam cover gasket is a bit of a known issue although it won't break the bank. The engine gets real hot and it sometimes stresses and crimps the gasket. (some are still on the original with no issue) But compared to HD with their sumping, weak oil pump, compensator, clutch problems, cam chain tensioner issues, and much more. Give the Triumph a shot take care of the bike and don't ride it like an idiot and it will last you a long time.

Yep, but you're preaching to the choir, except for the cost of tires (X3).

 

[Lemieuxfan]

Yep, but you're preaching to the choir, except for the cost of tires (X3).

agreed; but not x3 but definitely x2..depends on how many miles you are laying down

 

[steve59]

I had a lowrider, twin cam 95c.i. 251 cams, se lifters, cnc ported heads, upgraded springs, roller rocker, I forget all the upgrades, but after the $6500 in performance upgrades the engine grenaded when a SE lifter cracked and spilled little cam bearings into the engine at 30,000 miles. The R3 is designed for the power and won't require the rebuilds a harley will.

 

[mexican]

I hope my heritage dont blow up

 

[Dr.D]

I hope my heritage dont blow up

It’s to slow to blow up with any dramatic flair.