Went up to Newcastle Triumph today for the official Rocket launch Met some likely lads Left to right @TEZ 217 RON Dilligaf @Rspete think Pete has been working out ready for the ROCKET CAME IN THE CAR THOUGH
You've got time to take in the match against Chelsea .......... INCOMING! ..... just kidding, Dilli!!!
Yes I did go in the car....... It's BLIDDY freeeeeezing Great to see you lot and I CAN NOT WAIT to get my rocket.
Newcastle triumph have been told, all orders of the black R should/will be at the dealer by the end of January so the customer should have them early February.
Popped into Bulldog Triumph yesterday, they had a bunch of Rockets including the swanky TFC £25,000 ouch Bit too blingy for me
A friend sent me this. So took the new rocket for a test ride today! It is a beast.. but so is my 2009! Feels like a big bobber/speedmaster.. which is good as love those, but i feel too big on them. Would i get one...100% Would i trade it for mine.. no! Reason. I love mine for size and touring two up.. but would have the new one as a big comfy sports bike.. as that's how it felt!
That is exactly what I am struggling with, the original feels bigger and more imposing. That's not to say that I don't like the nerve R3R
If you are on Facebook Stolly, have a look at Triumph Rocket 3 pilots world wide owners page, there's loads of information about the new R3, and the older versions.
I have to give the new one a couple of pluses - the brakes are superb, traction control is beneficial in wet and the weight. But would I part with my X - jury out on that one.