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Test ride of the Rocket 3R

Discussion in 'Other Bikes' started by gninnam, Apr 23, 2023.

  1. gninnam

    gninnam

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    Had a test ride of the Rocket 3R today (sorry but no pictures taken) and what a bike :)
    2nd gear around 3k revs, pull back the throttle and it goes like a scalded cat nearly ripping my arms off!
    Brakes are really good pulling up the bike without drama and it can be hussled around the bends too.

    First time I have ridden a bike where the pegs are ahead of your feet (only had sports tourers or sports bikes) which took a bit to adjust too) and the set/tank area is a lot wider than the Daytona but the seat is a lot lower to no issues with feet on the floor.

    Found it unusual, especially for the cost of the bike that a blipper and/or quick shifter isn't included but as none of my bikes have never had it I can't say I missed it (I have used them when testing Suzuki's and BMW's).

    Overall, I wouldn't mind one but Mr Bank Manager, he say no :(
     
  2. You know you're getting old(er) and sensible(er) when a motorised sofa suddenly becomes appealing after a lifetime on sportsbikes :D

    Have you got any more test rides booked up?
     
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  3. gninnam

    gninnam

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    No - Triumph spammed me with a test day thingy so I thought 'why not'
    I am getting older though (next birthday I will be 60) so perhaps a motorised sofa ain't a bad idea :rolleyes:
     
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