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Good Afternoon,
I currently own a Scrambler 1200 XE. Love the bike and use it off road often. However, looking for something better suited for longer distance and for 6'4"/280/36" inseam I focused on the Rocket 3. I requested a test ride for a GT. All they had was the R. The bike was awesome but I was really really cramped. Is the GT that much better for long legged riders or am I out of luck. As much as I adore the Rocket I can't see myself purchasing the "R" version.

I like the look of the Corbin panniers and tidbits?
I had a Russell day long (RDL) on two previous bikes (Trophy and Tiger). Has anyone tried a RDL seat as apposed to the OEM? Does it fit easily?

I have an older RIIIR, so no help there, BUT....I'm thinking heavily on getting a 1200XE to the stable, so would love to hear some +/- of that from you....Sorry for the derail but that happens on this site daily....Squirrel!

Bigcountry said:

Good Afternoon,
I currently own a Scrambler 1200 XE. Love the bike and use it off road often. However, looking for something better suited for longer distance and for 6'4"/280/36" inseam I focused on the Rocket 3. I requested a test ride for a GT. All they had was the R. The bike was awesome but I was really really cramped. Is the GT that much better for long legged riders or am I out of luck. As much as I adore the Rocket I can't see myself purchasing the "R" version.

I like the look of the Corbin panniers and tidbits?
I had a Russell day long (RDL) on two previous bikes (Trophy and Tiger). Has anyone tried a RDL seat as apposed to the OEM? Does it fit easily?

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The R and GT both per Triumph have adjustable foot positions so you might want to try adjustment at a stealership before you make a final decision.

Welcome from Tucson Arizona Usa

Hello @Bigcountry and welcome from Virginia.
You can move the controls on either bike to a more forward position. But until Triumph brings the Touring back, you may be out if luck.

Stillserving said:

I have an older RIIIR, so no help there, BUT....I'm thinking heavily on getting a 1200XE to the stable, so would love to hear some +/- of that from you....Sorry for the derail but that happens on this site daily....Squirrel!

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I'm never getting rid of the Scrambler XE. This bike is so fun to ride. Off road: My buddies and I rode the MABDR last summer and it was awesome is some really technical situations. I'm 270 lbs and I had about 50 -70 lbs extra of camping, tools.... and the bike handled awesome. Yes, I feel like Steve McQueen ever time I ride it. I bought this after I sold my 2015 Trophy and my 06 Tiger 955i. I was apprehensive at first-after a week that went away. I do every thing on this bike: ride to work, popping around town and adventure riding. I plan on taking a trip to South East Michigan from Camp Lejeune later this summer. I'm good for about eight hours in the saddle and finding a camp site. I use the Alaskan Sheep Skin for comfort. But, like i said above, 'd like to find a nice highway bike as a want not a need.

Only con(s) I have are: the small gas tank. This is the first bike I've had with a FOB. I'm not sure I like the FOB thing-but I guess all bikes have that now. Initially, I didn't like that the bike didn't dome with an easy fix for adding panniers. I figured it out and used metal mule for my racks and mosco bags. I don't like the idea of the gas tank filler hole being in the upper right part of the tank. When it was in the middle it was easier to find a decent tank bag that snapped on and off. And, it didn't some with a center stand-it just makes it easier to do some maintenance things. I think they come with one now?? Hope this helps-I wrote I was starting my day at work)

Boog said:

Hello @Bigcountry and welcome from Virginia.
You can move the controls on either bike to a more forward position. But until Triumph brings the Touring back, you may be out if luck.

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Boog, what do you mean about "brining the touring back"? The Trophy? or the touring version of the Rocket? I thought the GT was the touring version.

Bigcountry said:

Good Afternoon,
I currently own a Scrambler 1200 XE. Love the bike and use it off road often. However, looking for something better suited for longer distance and for 6'4"/280/36" inseam I focused on the Rocket 3. I requested a test ride for a GT. All they had was the R. The bike was awesome but I was really really cramped. Is the GT that much better for long legged riders or am I out of luck. As much as I adore the Rocket I can't see myself purchasing the "R" version.

I like the look of the Corbin panniers and tidbits?
I had a Russell day long (RDL) on two previous bikes (Trophy and Tiger). Has anyone tried a RDL seat as apposed to the OEM? Does it fit easily?

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Hi, I'm in the UK and i had to road test and R, and felt cramped being 6'1", but just sitting on a GT i knew it would be far better and it is.
I had an Evo Road King for 21yrs, so the riding position of the GT is very similar to what I was used to on the Harley.
I bought my GT in 2022, and I'm very impressed, bar far the best bike I've ever owned.
You won't be disappointed if you buy a GT.
Rocketman221

Bigcountry said:

Good Afternoon,
I currently own a Scrambler 1200 XE. Love the bike and use it off road often. However, looking for something better suited for longer distance and for 6'4"/280/36" inseam I focused on the Rocket 3. I requested a test ride for a GT. All they had was the R. The bike was awesome but I was really really cramped. Is the GT that much better for long legged riders or am I out of luck. As much as I adore the Rocket I can't see myself purchasing the "R" version.

I like the look of the Corbin panniers and tidbits?
I had a Russell day long (RDL) on two previous bikes (Trophy and Tiger). Has anyone tried a RDL seat as apposed to the OEM? Does it fit easily?

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You can always get the R and just change the foot controls to the gt ones. I'm 6'3 with boots on and 36 inseam as well. Gt controls all the way forward, comfort seat set and I love it.

Ok, thanks