Manual transmission shifting on the Rocket vs other bikes with smaller engines

[R-III-R Turbo]

Once, when I wanted to make an overtake, I asked the Rocket what gear it was in.
It replied; "IRRELEVANT"

 

[Maruder36]

Curious if the largest production engine somehow influences what gears you use when driving, say, vs some other motorcycle. Like, more using higher or lower gears... Low cruising speed vs highway cruising.. For example, I find myself at times just taking off from a stop in 3rd gear..

What is your strategy at shifting gears on this monster? Do you think Rocket shifting is somehow different due to its engine capabilities?

Only a little. The R3 has such a wide powerband and so much torque available at all rpms that its not necessary to shift as often, especially when it will reach 55 mph in 2nd gear with no problem.

 

[Dr.D]

I would not regularly start using 3rd gear. I like shifting so I use them all and depending on moods will shift early for lazy cruise or near rev limiter for thrills. I think the motor likes to be above 2k for best operation.

 

[Dr.D]

Naw, not really. My 2nd R3R, YurMama, has been breathed on with parts from the "tin shed" and a Rob Claviger build of 200+ whp.
Bless 'em both!

I think he might have been changing your meaning of 3k from rpm to USD. The fun starts at $5000. You know for me I need 20k to get my fun zone in gear.