New to this forum. Pre-Purchase question?

[stingray]

Be extra careful refueling. I've had so many instances where the tiny tank fills so quickly it burps gasoline all over the bike and you if you are in range. I'm surprised there have not been a lot of fires over the issue. I hate refueling my R3GT and it is dangerous on these bikes.

 

[MalcolmD]

Thinking of purchasing the 2022 Rocket 3 GT. I'm sure the question was asked in the past but I couldn't find the thread.
I know the 2500 cc R3 is relatively new but my main concern is reliability. Did anyone had an opportunity put some serious mile on their bikes?
If so, please share your experience with reliability, maintenance issues and/or any other objective criticism. Thank you in advance for your time.

It's a great bike, I've had a new ABS sensor and starter solenoid under warranty. Nearly 6,000 miles on same rear tyre, front was replaced after a puncture. Heavy to move a round parking etc!

 

[Vector]

Welcome from Mesquite NV USA. My 2023 GT is my 6th Triumph sine 1999. Triumph seems to be at or above quality compared to other brands. Buy it, ride it, and enjoy.

 

[Vector]

Be extra careful refueling. I've had so many instances where the tiny tank fills so quickly it burps gasoline all over the bike and you if you are in range. I'm surprised there have not been a lot of fires over the issue. I hate refueling my R3GT and it is dangerous on these bikes.

Did my first fill yesterday and even with your warning I had a mess. I wish I did not loose my McCuff. I'll order a new one. McCuff® "No Splash, No Spill, Motorcycle Fill" Everyone Wants One! No Clicking Nozzles! More Miles from Tank! Top-Off Gas Tank EZ, Unique Motorcycle Biker Gift Birthdays, Christmas! Gas up your motorcycle with ease! Avoid Gas Spillage.

 

[Dr.D]

Did my first fill yesterday and even with your warning I had a mess. I wish I did not loose my McCuff. I'll order a new one. McCuff® "No Splash, No Spill, Motorcycle Fill" Everyone Wants One! No Clicking Nozzles! More Miles from Tank! Top-Off Gas Tank EZ, Unique Motorcycle Biker Gift Birthdays, Christmas! Gas up your motorcycle with ease! Avoid Gas Spillage.

I just don’t understand this fueling problem. I’ve never had a spill or overfill.

 

[TURBO200R4]

I just don’t understand this fueling problem. I’ve never had a spill or overfill.

some can fill tanks and some can't
coarse there was that time that the wind hit the miniskirt

 

[AirbusFlieger]

I disagree about motor design changes. The new bikes starting in 2020 have a completely different motor. I don’t think even one part on the bikes is interchangeable.

Agree, the engine was a redesign, lost 40 (!!!) pounds, just the engine mind you, etc.

The engine, weight loss, and design is what is attracting me to consider this motorcycle.

The R-III intrigued me but the weight and styling shied me away.

The R-3, fixes these issues for my consideration.

 

[AirbusFlieger]

Be extra careful refueling. I've had so many instances where the tiny tank fills so quickly it burps gasoline all over the bike and you if you are in range. I'm surprised there have not been a lot of fires over the issue. I hate refueling my R3GT and it is dangerous on these bikes.

Are you being facetious? LoL

 

[Dr.D]

Agree, the engine was a redesign, lost 40 (!!!) pounds, just the engine mind you, etc.

The engine, weight loss, and design is what is attracting me to consider this motorcycle.

The R-III intrigued me but the weight and styling shied me away.

The R-3, fixes these issues for my consideration.

I understand. I bought a used 2014 Roadster a few years back and did it solely for the engine power. I traded a built Fatbob CVO that i thought was a strong torquey machine because the rocket was a true torque monster. I thought it was very ugly. The looks grew a bit on me but I never have regarded it as very attractive. The new ones however are beautiful works of art, especially the TFC that I bought. Comparatively speaking the older ones are sledge hammers, crushing with torque and hp and the new ones are surgical blades of precision. I still enjoy both but they are very different.

 

[Tal]

The only similarities to the previous 2.3 model Rocket is the name. Everything has been changed for the new Generation Rocket 3.....I, like some others here have owned both models and while i really loved my 2.3 model the new 2.5's are a different level as you would hope they would be. The 2.3's have been a progression of the very first of Triumphs Rocket 3 which i believe was on the drawing board in 2003 and released in to the market in 2004 so with these new models the whole world has moved forward along with all the lovely bits you now find on these bikes...there will be those who swear by the 2.3 models and thats just normal and fair.....but i urge you to ride one of these new jobbies and feel the difference. There will be things like key fobs...difficulty finding the hole when filling with gas...rear brake fade..plus other stuff but isnt this normal for new model bikes?...I for one just love em!...i'm really keen to see what improvements and additions Triumph come up with as we roll forward.