Laid it down - Twice!

[1K9]

Yes it has happened to me twice. The second time is just what you described but I went down on the right side trying to navigate a small turnaround. I have come to accept the fact that I’m getting older now, and the weight of this bike was getting to be too much for me to handle safely.
I am almost 61 years old and it was time for me to lighten up. I have traded my 15 R3T for a 2020 Kawasaki Concours.
I have trimmed about 170 lbs off with the new bike. The handling of my new 1400 is so much lighter, and I can push it around my garage so much easier too.
I will miss the big Triumph, but I now feel like my new bike is a better fit for me. Here’s a picture of my new Concours. Don’t mind the messy garage!
Good luck, Eric

I'v been looking for an FJR or BMW R1200R naked for the R3 is too heavy reason. From the 90s of course. Both are a little too high for my 32 inseam, but I think I could manage. Cooter2's Kawasaki might work. I had a Zephyr like 14 years ago. Rrrevy-Buuzy motor and wiggly bike but fast and comfy. Those were the days before I bought a tire pressure gage.

Not trading the Rocket. When I croak someone will get it. With a bunch of spare parts.

 

[Joesmoe]

They say, there are only two kinds of concrete: that which has cracked, and that which will.

There are only two kinds of boats: those that have run aground, and those that will.

I think Rockets are that way.

 

[Tripps]

Welcome to the club

 

[Kojack1970]

The front brake on mine was very touchy as well. I learned something years ago about slow speed maneuvering. A little rear brake and just enough throttle to overcome the brake and you can turn the bike on a dime. I don't understand the physics of it, but it works. Used to practice tight circles in a parking lot that way.

At low speeds, Front brake is a huge no no. Balancing of the friction zone, throttle and rear brake make life at low speed very manageable.

 

[Mighty Mouse]

They say, there are only two kinds of concrete: that which has cracked, and that which will.

There are only two kinds of boats: those that have run aground, and those that will.

I think Rockets are that way.

And on that note there are two kinds of riders. Ones that have gone down on their bikes and ones that will go down. I'm a member of that club.

 

[TinCanNavy]

And on that note there are two kinds of riders. Ones that have gone down on their bikes and ones that will go down. I'm a member of that club.

I thought it would be a more prestigious club but, sadly, I found out otherwise.

 

[TURBO200R4]

I thought it would be a more prestigious club but, sadly, I found out otherwise.

yea and u r near the bottom

 

[wjb]

Here's hoping you don't join the "Third Time's a Charm" club!

 

[CrzystghndKC]

Use the opportunity to give your oil pan a good wipeing down pretending that was the plan all along. Keeping a rag and some spray cleaner in the bags helps with the effect.

 

[priam]

Yes it has happened to me twice. The second time is just what you described but I went down on the right side trying to navigate a small turnaround. I have come to accept the fact that I’m getting older now, and the weight of this bike was getting to be too much for me to handle safely.
I am almost 61 years old and it was time for me to lighten up. I have traded my 15 R3T for a 2020 Kawasaki Concours.
I have trimmed about 170 lbs off with the new bike. The handling of my new 1400 is so much lighter, and I can push it around my garage so much easier too.
I will miss the big Triumph, but I now feel like my new bike is a better fit for me. Here’s a picture of my new Concours. Don’t mind the messy garage!
Good luck, Eric

we are in same age having same problems. that is exactly why i bought zx14r this spring.
anyway my r3t will retire with me