Considering purchase of 2010 Roadster

[Georgia Boy]

Welcome! I have a 2010 Roadster as well. She has 10000 miles and no issues minus a dirty Gear Position Sensor which the guys on this forum helped me to fix in no time. Go for it!

 

[1olbull]

Hi,

I've always wanted this bike. The Roadster version is perfect for me because of the footpegs/controls being a few inches further back than with the other versions.

I will be looking at one tomorrow. It has about 8,000 miles on it,... and is advertised as being in near new condition. They always say that, right?

What are some things I should look for? Are there any common problems one of you more knowledgeable R3 types would check for? I know some versions of some makes and models often have a peculiar issue to verify,.. I'm just wondering if a 2010 Roadster would have any typical issues?
Thanks for any hints,
Bob

GyroBob,
Personally, I would hold out for ABS on a later model year. It is a GREAT motor!
Also as stated already, do the Eastern Beaver ignition bypass.
Then you should . . . . . . . . . .
1olbull

 

[Gyrobob]

One of the things I like a LOT about the Roadster is the location of the footpegs,.. how they are moved back a few inches to a less cruiser-like position,.. something more like the "standards" I grew up with.

Is it possible to retrofit a standard Rocket III to a Roadster configuration?

 

[Gyrobob]

The guy with the Craigslist ad for the 2010 Roadster is not answering any emails. So,.. I suspect the bike is sold, or he is not checking email, or or or ,...

Now I am on the lookout for another Roadster.

 

[Mittzy]

GyroBob,
Personally, I would hold out for ABS on a later model year. It is a GREAT motor!
Also as stated already, do the Eastern Beaver ignition bypass.
Then you should . . . . . . . . . .
1olbull

WTF......All roadsters have ABS
I have 2010 R3R with ABS:kk:

 

[TOMCAT]

One of the things I like a LOT about the Roadster is the location of the footpegs,.. how they are moved back a few inches to a less cruiser-like position,.. something more like the "standards" I grew up with.

Is it possible to retrofit a standard Rocket III to a Roadster configuration?

G'day Bob , Welcome .. Roadster pegs can be retro-fitted onto a earlier model Standard, parts needed are expensive if bought new from Triumph. I was quoted $2,300 AUD for the parts alone. Lot easier way would be to find a good fabricator/welder and have the Standard rails cut and the pegs moved back to where you wanted them. There is also the seat , Roadster seat is higher and the rider sits more forward than earlier models. The Roadster seat will fit onto a Standard.

 

[Gyrobob]

I have been seeing references to Raask rearset kits for the Rocket III. Are they a reasonable solution?

 

[1olbull]

WTF......All roadsters have ABS
I have 2010 R3R with ABS:kk:

No thanks, Amigo.
I have conjugal distrust of men using women's names . . . .
I was under the impression ABS came "standard" after the 2010 models.
Could be incorrect - just a drongo after all.

 

[TOMCAT]

I have been seeing references to Raask rearset kits for the Rocket III. Are they a reasonable solution?

Raask products were popular a few years ago but can't remember anyone fitting them recently .. think they are well made. Raask made a few bits and pieces for Rockets but like the adjustable footpeg rails and rear-sets .. just can't remember anyone using their parts lately.

 

[Mittzy]

No thanks, Amigo.
I have conjugal distrust of men using women's names . . . .
I was under the impression ABS came "standard" after the 2010 models.
Could be incorrect - just a drongo after all.

Women's name??????
Ok