2008 Triumph
Rocket III Classic
MSRP $15,699
The Triumph Rocket III Classic is a real cruising motorcycle with a firm focus on rider and pillion comfort. It’s aimed squarely at those who prefer a more laid back approach to motorcycling and features a relaxed riding position with forward set footboards, pull-back handlebars and a supremely comfortable, stitched touring seat as standard. The 2.3 liter three-cylinder engine offers incredible levels of flexibility, for effortless riding whether two-up, fully loaded with luggage or solo, while the sophisticated fuel injection feeds in power seamlessly, with controlled acceleration on tap at the twist of a throttle.
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Purchased new (zero miles) in October 2009
Put 1200 miles on her in October
one-third commuting two-thirds day trips
We have five other bikes, Honda V45, Suzuki VZ800, Suzuki GSXR600 and a Triumph 885i Tiger
Next Summer we will try her out on a real road trip
Based on her performance to date we will continue to be blown away and completely satisfied.
The motor is very strong and fast at 145hp
How many 700 pound cruisers can you pop a wheelie on and it's as easy as breathing
The Suspension is a little weak if you are on rough roads
The transmission shifts fairly hard and is often difficult to downshift into first.
Handles like a much smaller bike, very nice in the corners
Ergonomics are very nice, very comfortable, can ride for hours without break and all day with no problems
The brakes are great
Everything about this bike screams solid, dependable, , quality with a heavy seasoning of hell-raising speed and style
This will not be the last Rocket in the family, I can forecast at least one more in the next couple of years.
Up to now I have been constantly playing catch-up with my husband as we ride now at least half the time he his catching up to me.
