Is my Rocket III Touring too heavy for me?


It all boils down to this....I would never allow common sense to dictate how big a bike I would buy or ride. Since I have kept my bikes upright flying down the highway 99.999% of the time, having it fall over and not being able to pick it up will not be the deciding factor for what I ride. If we let common sense and smart choices rule our lives we wouldn't be riding at all. Lol
 

Why not extrapolate your theory to pulling a Tundra out of a ditch? It would seem to apply.

Note that I did not call you out on picking the bike up. Maybe you did and under those circumstances. But these are not light bikes.

My solution is to not drop it. Works for me.
 
I've had my Rocket 3 for about 3 years now. I've enjoyed this motorcycle immensely. I love the size and looks and power of it. Having said that, I find that the main limitation on this bike can be its weight. I live where my driveway is unpaved and moving it around even on flat level is really difficult. Coming to certain areas of roads where its unsafe to travel can cause problems trying to turn around or backup. It handles quite terribly on dirt roads with inclines. It's a scary situation when having to deal with its direct weight on your own. I've come to accept that I may not be able to handle it with my current back and neck problems so I have my rocket for sale. I still do have 2 other bikes so its not the end of the world though!!
 

You really over exaggerate the point. I deal in reality........
Yea when I tried to pull a Tundra out of a ditch it was too heavy, so I don't put tundras in a ditch - I can pick up my rocket so my theory was it's ok to own one in case it lays down........
But I'm with ya on your solution. Don't drop it
 
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rocketjohn said:
The problem with all the methods for standing the bike, the demonstrations are done on pavement and level ground. In real life you are either on grass, or are very off camber when the bike goes over! Either way getting her up is twice as hard!
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It may have been Murphy's Law, but both times I dropped mine it was a down hill slope to th left that caused it. Put my foot down, but it was 2 inches lower than on level ground. I have Corbin beetle bags that look very cool and follow the lines of the bike, but there is absolutely NO hand hold for getting the bike back upright. It doesn't matter how big you are, the answer is "YES" the bike is too big for you! Just deal with it!
 


You're right. I've been accused of lacking common sense. Don't know why I tried to act like I do
 
I'm 5'8 140 lbs and quickly realized I had to set limits on where I park. There's no way I can push the rocket backwards up a 5% grade. It's just how it is. The only time I've dropped it is pulling a U-turn on a 30+ degree incline and falling lowside. It was a beast to lift but if you push with the hip and roll it over, it's not too bad.

I found one thing that really helps with my confidence on the rocket. There's an msf riding course in a lot about 2 miles from my house. I drop by and run it a couple of times on the weekends. The stops from a turn and Cone weaves definitely help with low speed maneuverability.
 


See guys, That's what I'm talking about.... 5'8" - 140! He figured out a way with attitude power! Good on ya Nathan!


Paul I certainly hope I didn't offend you with anything I said. I truly wasn't about anyone's size. I'm not that big at 5'10 - 215. No giant killer here.
I just left the gym & re-read this sign that I've read many times & it caused me to think of this post:


The part about "needing help isn't a sign of weakness" resonates thoroughly as I've been on both ends of that deal many times.
My points were directed more towards finding yourself in a position where no help is available. You need to prepare yourself for these situations so that you can find a way to overcome them.
No disrespect intended.
 
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