I saw this bike at a Texas Dealership. The next day (2/9/24) I bought the GT version. I rode it 60 miles on open highway to my house. What a beast. The torque is off-the-scale. They say 221 n/m of torque at 4000rpm. Horses comes in at 165. I'm 67 and alone after the loss of my wife. I owed many bikes since 1970. This machine pulled me away from purchasing the Goldwing because I love the retro look of it. It's name lives up to the performance. It is a Rocket.
@thatbikersimon6 ай бұрын
Dave your right it is a beat and it’s the sort of bike that will make you smile every single time you twist that throttle. I love the rocket 3 and hopefully il own one some day. Enjoy your bike and ride safe 👍🏍️💨💨💨
@thomasanderson4664 Жыл бұрын
I just bought a red rocket 3r I'm in Michigan cold weather hasn't stopped yet. It's sitting in my treehouse just waiting to be ridden. I'm almost 70 years old I needed a bike to help me stay young. And this is the bike. I can't wait to ride it. I hope the wind will be ok. I had a triumph tiger I was amazed on how the wind was on that. Perfect. Now there was a nice bike.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
You’ll absolutely love it.. it’s an amazing bike and certainly one I can see me having in the near future. You’ll certainly feel young again on it. All that torque keeps the adrenaline flowing. Enjoy the bike and stay safe 👍
@shadwox9808 Жыл бұрын
I have the GT version and i just love it you have to ride this bike to feel the raw power and torque you get with this beast and i upgrade it with a quickshifter and the acceleration is out of this world the only thing negative for me is that all the other bike i tested now are just plain dull,and i have 40 years experience testing all sort of bike.Ride safe man
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you, it’s an amazing bike and everyone should test ride one to experience the power. I think it’s bonkers to have a 2500cc engine in a bike but it real does work. Ride safe and enjoy that beast. 🏍💨💨💨
@muckle8 Жыл бұрын
Power is like tits - you can never have enough!
@toddgriffis896 Жыл бұрын
I owned a 2005 model Rocket 3, my wife lovingly persuaded me to get rid of it after one little crash, I miss the bike every single day
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
That’s a shame Todd, great bike. Persuaded her to let you have another 👌
@Elthenar Жыл бұрын
I've been considering riding again for the first time since the 90's. This beast popped up in an ad and I fell in love but I don't think I am anywhere skilled enough to ride one these days.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
You should go and test ride one, the newer bike are so easy to ride, the electronics make these bike so safe you’ll be surprised. 👍
@Elthenar Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon I've been looking around. I can get one of the older ones for relatively cheap. I am going to test ride a few bikes but that might be the way I go, with something like a 2014 model.
@alanbriggs717718 күн бұрын
I love the black accents your friend has put on the bike.
@thatbikersimon17 күн бұрын
Il let him know
@nilsnyg01 Жыл бұрын
I've got the R3 R. Best bike ever by far. Noticed it seems you rode in Street mode all the time. The beast really reveals itself in Sport mode, you know...👍👍 Did you even try it?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Yes I did a few miles in the sports mode and there was a noticeable difference. It’s a animal of a bike. Definitely one id Like in my collection one day. 👍
@watchapexmedia Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon I have the Rocket 3R, and loaded the Penner tune which unlocks the throttle bodies in the first 3 gears (factory limits them to 60% opening), and it takes Sport mode and turns it up to 11! Have a video on my channel of the loading process and test ride if you are interested, but if you get a chance, you should try one a bit more "liberated" (to the tune of an extra 20-odd HP).
@shalengajadhar5653 Жыл бұрын
@Apex Media Link please? Keen to get one but need more power for that weight, and mine. And the Harley Sportser looks like a bike to deliver pizza on
@HastingsKickboxingAcademy Жыл бұрын
I’ve got a 2015 rocket 111. Picking up my 2020 3R tomorrow. Super excited now
@DM-ci2nnАй бұрын
I went into a Triumph dealership with my heart set on a used 23 Hayabusa and then i saw the Rocket. Now bedazzled and confused, i held off on the Hayabusa purchase. A week later, i came home with a 24 Rocket.
@thatbikersimonАй бұрын
I think you’ve made the right decision, what an amazing bike. I was blown away by it and it’s more of a versatile bike than the bussa. Enjoy buddy 👍🏍️💨💨💨💨
@pipersall6761 Жыл бұрын
Shes beautiful. And the bike looks pretty great too. 🙂
@triumphthunderbird1 Жыл бұрын
Great review Simon! Have the TFC version. 10,000 miles in and I couldn't be more delighted. Attended the bike show and I didn't see anything that comes close. Your mate has a good eye. Nice mods!
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Many thanks, I certainly enjoyed riding this bike. It’s hard to pick any faults with it . Definitely the best value for money. 👍
@life_in_the_wild2573 Жыл бұрын
Now that's a bike, Simon. Good to see something else on your channel lol. And I guess the question is, would you have one in your collection one day among your Ducatis'? Back pegs looked really good tbh. Not so good for your Mrs though with that tiny seat & no back rest. Would be better for a pillion if it did have a back rest & it wouldn't look out of place either considering the type of bike it is. What a beast.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s was nice to ride something different I’m going to bring a few other bike/reviews to the Chanel jusy to break it up a bit. I really did enjoy the rocket 3 and I guess if I had unlimited money and space I would have one,but I feel it’s a bike for when I’m 10 years older and want a easier ride.
@life_in_the_wild2573 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon I'm still saving for a Honda ADV 400. Well, it's a 350 but rides more like a 4 - 500cc because of its new added power band. It has a lot more power than others in its class. Holds power up to 85/90mph even with a pillion on the back. Tops out at nearly 110mph & is apparently just a brilliant little cruiser for a mid range bike. Also great on fuel economy & so smooth to ride for touring around. It was Honda's best selling bike last year & sold 45,000 across Europe. Really good little bike. Should have one in a year, roughly. Or if the 2023 version is out by then which I'm assuming there will be considering it sold so well over this last year, I'll have a butchers at the new version. It's not a beast or really fast bike but it's certainly different & it's getting a 10/10 review from everybody who reviews it. Even geared riders. But yes definitely review different bikes. Good for fan base. Pixel out your Speedo on your reviews though mate. If you get seen/caught on here doing them speeds on country roads like on this bike for example, you could end up with points on your license. Which you obviously don't want. I've watched many reviews of bikes & usually when they're going a little over speed limit they'll pixel/blur out their Speedo to cover theirselves. Good review though. 🤝🏾
@Rocketman01Mr8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review, it makes miss my 2007 Rocket 111 😎
@thatbikersimon8 ай бұрын
Your welcome. Great bikes. Really enjoyed riding this one 🏍️💨💨💨
@thedrivebygg Жыл бұрын
Love it mate. I’m not a bike rider, don’t even have a license but seeing this in the triumph Byfleet showroom certainly got me thinking, looks awesome. Is it as good as it looks.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you liked ride and review. The bike is indeed impressive, and its performance matches its looks. Even if you're not a rider, it's always great to appreciate the aesthetics and engineering of such motorcycles 👍
@thedrivebygg Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon Yeah blew me away
@stuartmiller9648 Жыл бұрын
Nice bike...would have to get a tail tidy and lose that rear number plate bracket.....great video again.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Stuart.. it will be interesting to see what my friend has done to the bike, I’ve not seen it since but I know he likes his upgrades. 👍
@extectic Жыл бұрын
They named the Rocket III after a much older bike, the Triumph Trident / BSA Rocket 3 from the 1960s (or maybe kind of as an homage; that bike was arguably the first superbike, although the Honda 750 would come to outshine it), but these new ones are indeed rockets insofar as performance goes. The TTS supercharger setup for this bike is bonkers, as well, can take this already stupid fast bike to something else entirely with 340 horsepower. I would argue, though, that this new generation and the original Rocket 3 2300 cc from 2004 and on are sufficiently different to really be quite different bikes, and maybe even have different audiences, even.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, it’s certainly interesting to see the changes over time and I’m not sure where the bike market is heading for the future, I like to see the differences and I’m starting to appreciate the older bikes more now.
@oldsilverdragon7674 Жыл бұрын
I love all about this Rocket.. muscle motorcycle.. the detail very nice.. my dream bike...😂😂😂
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s a bike I would of never of considered years ago, but now I’ve rode one it’s one for the bucket list for sure.
@neilrichardson3986 Жыл бұрын
What a BEAST,wish I could afford one.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Me to Neil, fun bike, I think this would be on my wish list for the future 👍
@cowboygeologist7772 Жыл бұрын
That is ultra cool looking. I saw one when they first came out. I have never seen one on the road here in the US.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s certainly surprised me how good this bike really performed and handled for a big bike. I thought you would have lots over there.
@cowboygeologist7772 Жыл бұрын
@That Biker Simon I looked on line and saw a local dealer has a couple of brand new '22 models for $1,200 off. One is $21,000 USD now. Seems like a good deal for such a nice bike.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
@@cowboygeologist7772 treat yourself, you won’t be disappointed 🏍💨💨💨
@guydarby705 Жыл бұрын
Great looking bike ..must get on one
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It would suit you pops. 👍
@shamrazaque521 Жыл бұрын
Seen that at pidcock triumph. What a beast. 😊
@chrisrobinson79 Жыл бұрын
Great video guys well put together. I bought a new 22plate rocket 3R with the 221 paint job looks amazing can’t stop riding it puts a smile on my face every time would highly recommend. I also have a ktm890 R 21 plate and a 21 Honda cb500f for commuting. But these bikes have been a little neglected since I got the rocket. 😎🌴
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Chris, I guess you can only ride one at a time. This is why I kinda want a track bike/adventure bike/ off road bike just to keep riding throughout the year. I was super impressed with the rocket and luckily for me the one I rode Belongs to a good friend of mine so he’ll happily lent it me again 👍
@giantslug6969 Жыл бұрын
Needs an ECU tune to unlock it's power. A simple ECU tune bumps it from ~140 HP on the dyno to 165-170.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
So is the 165hp at the crank they claim?
@giantslug6969 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon The advertised numbers from just about every company are at the crank. Wheel numbers are about always 15% or so lower. After the ECU fix, it legit gets 165-170 to the wheels. Mine after the tune is 171 HP and 163 ft/lb torque to the wheels on a dyno, with no other upgrades.
@markettradinggenius Жыл бұрын
Giant, where did you get your ECU tune from ?
@R3RLEE Жыл бұрын
Its 165 stock already
@billymartin6824 Жыл бұрын
I’m sure this is an unpopular opinion but I like the Rocket when it had the power cruiser look vs the current naked sport bike look.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I can’t remember that one.. but il take a look and check it out. It’s great that there is still a good market for these bikes. 👍
@mudman6156 Жыл бұрын
Sorry, but coming from a sport bike to my current Rocket III, I much prefer the new look. And it most definitely turns more heads. It’s faster than my sport bike was as well…by a lot. My only complaint is with the headlight. It’s close to being useless at night. And the high beam isn’t any better.
@R3RLEE Жыл бұрын
Just to add to my last comment like l said nice review but as far as the suspension goes..factory settings are terribly hard maybe soften up the rear that should improve the ride...I've set mine up and its much better. Just a thought....cheers
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Yes I know what you mean my mates had he’s professionally set up now I’ve not had chance to ride it again yet but I will do because we’re about the same weight, So I’m intrigued to see what thr difference is. 👍
@benwitmer2003 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review! I am looking for a leftover '22 R3 R with the plan of picking up the backrest so my wife can ride with me. With that torque, I was figuring much better ride with passenger than my MV Agusta Stradale.. but your passenger comment has me thinking again. Did the passenger seat seem like it might break in? May have to research more comfortable options, as your review confirmed I want the rocket.. her butt can toughen up! Haha
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Hey Ben, great bike by the way. I would suggest if there is a more of a comfortable pillion option then I personally would do it, the riders seat is fine. The bike I rode was new so maybe over time it would give a bit. 👍
@benwitmer2003 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon Thanks for your input. From what I am gathering the seat from the GT version will bolt up and may be better option. Triumph sells a "comfort seat" for $119 US $, though I can't tell if that is just the seat from the GT. I found a relative local dealer with a leftover R for a few thousand off msrp and some GTs, so going to go check it out live.. Thanks again for the very your review! Very useful, in daily rider terms.. Much appreciated.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
@@benwitmer2003 many thanks Ben, good luck with ever decision you make. Ride safe 👍
@directorofawesomeness1107 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Did you find the foot pegs hitting the road as the bike leans when turning? Some say the foot pegs are too low. I wonder if that would limit the bike from being slightly faster on turns?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Hi, I can’t honestly say that it was a issue, but I wasn’t pushing it as hard as I could. I’m sure it wouldn’t be hard to scrape them if I really wanted to, but I didn’t feel it caused me any problems on the day with the bike.
@markettradinggenius Жыл бұрын
Director, it's easy to solve the foot peg scraping issue and that is to bring it to a very good motorcycle mechanic and have him shave off half an inch on each peg. You'll still have sufficient room for placing your feet on the pegs for long distance as well as carving out mountains...or....the other option is to see if you have have the mid foot pegs at the highest level available....
@terrible2u Жыл бұрын
Suspension is perfect with a pillion. Other than that, engine leaves me without words, except for "it lacks power at any gear or speed", brakes are worse on my 2020 R1, comfort is super good, Manevouring it is a bitch. Definitly watch how you park it. Once it's rolling on it's own though, it is suprisingly well mannerd; it doesnt like (fast) quick, intermittent turns, but long and wide? GIMME FULL THROTTLE BABY!!! No shit, coolest bike I've ever ridden. Wanna exchange my 2020 R1 with your Rocket 3 R? Gimme a shout!
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Great comment 👍 the rocket 3 surprises most people once they’ve riden it. It certainly stands out from the crowd. I’m not sure I would last long on a R1 these days but still a nice bike to look at. The rocket is definitely a keeper 👍🏍️💨💨💨
@deanbalouris330 Жыл бұрын
I don’t imagine that Triumph designed this bike with a passenger in mind. It could use a cowl instead of the pillion, like the Hayabusa.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I have seen plenty of pillions on the back of these bikes but me personally I don’t like taking any passengers, it just ruins the whole dynamics of the bike. I hope my Mrs isn’t reading this 😂👍
@IanTed Жыл бұрын
Bit more torque than my Multi V2S😆looks good though and definitely a beast. Not my style but I’d like to have a go😜
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Totally agree, maybe we should do a bike share app lol. It’s a beast alright and it’s nice to see triumph continue this bike. 👍
@jimanders9971 Жыл бұрын
A bit more torque? Lolololol, more than double the torque buttercujp! Are you daft?
@scottastell9415 Жыл бұрын
Looks great.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s definitely a head turner Scott, it’s the first time I’ve ridden one and so easy to ride for a monster of a bike. I’m probably going to do another ride on it when I can. Really enjoyed this one 👍
@shamrazaque521 Жыл бұрын
Time to review mine
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I’m in it 👍👍👍
@henryzhang9915 Жыл бұрын
sick color.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It looks better in the flesh 👍
@R3RLEE Жыл бұрын
Nice review!
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Thanks Lee, I always appreciate the comments 👍
@victorgonzalez7027 Жыл бұрын
Nice bike. But what kind of camara is on the handlebars.?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s a insta 360 X2 camera.
@roberttempest1208 Жыл бұрын
Bike 8. Amy 11.
@DrHakennase Жыл бұрын
I test drove one for 30 minutes and will likely rent one or 1 or2 days to really drive it at my places i normally ride. I currently drive the 2022 Speedtwin but my brothers wants one also so i need to test the Rocket 3 a little bit more
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s really difficult to make a decision sometimes when you only get a demo bike for a hour or so. I don’t think you can be disappointed with the rocket 3 it’s a lot of money but a lot of bike and well proven over the years. 👍
@jakefatman4876 Жыл бұрын
Great test👍🇫🇮
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Jake 👍
@ichbinmartin Жыл бұрын
I am always afraid to see anybody to drive in wrong side of the road!
@SQTierHog Жыл бұрын
I own the R, concur, concur, concur, lol.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Fantastic bike my friend 👍
@florinradu5725 Жыл бұрын
Please can you tell me where I can find the handlebar protections?Thank you.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Il try and find out for you it’s not my bike but my friend still owns it. He’s away at this moment in time but il ask him when he’s back 👍
@florinradu5725 Жыл бұрын
Thx.Wait for your answer.😊
@thomasgessner Жыл бұрын
Acerbis Dual Road. One point mount at the handlebar
@SST-yr5ok Жыл бұрын
Hi can I know where did you get the handguard from?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Sorry this wasn’t my bike so I dont know where the guards come from.
@neilallen460 Жыл бұрын
Was that a cruise around the Loughborough area?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Sure was Neil 👍
@neilallen460 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon Nice to see the old place again. I have just bought the GT version. How was it for a passenger? Actually got this for me and the Ms to go cruising.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
@@neilallen460 well what a great bike to cruise around on, the R version didn’t have a back rest which I would recommend, (for the pillion) but i if I remember the GT version comes with it? Apart from that it’s a comfortable bike for rider and pillion. I may just do another video on it again just because it’s such a head turner and unlike anything I’ve ever riden.Amazing bike 👍
@edwardrichardson8254 Жыл бұрын
641 pounds dry for a 2500 cc motorcycle is "coming in at the heavyweight"??? Sir, the weight of Yamaha's iconic VMAX is 600 pounds dry with HALF that displacement! This is a street muscle bike, not a GP-style bike like a CBR 1000RR or street "knife" cruiser like the Ducati Diavel (516 pounds wet). It's the same weight as the Harley FXDR but with a coffee can more of displacement, that would be its nearest true competitor.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
You make a valid point about the weight comparison. The context of this bike's category and its competitors certainly adds more insight into its weight. Different motorcycles are designed for varying purposes and styles, which affects their weight distribution.
@edwardrichardson825411 ай бұрын
@@thatbikersimon I raced a Kawasaki ZX-7 in Supersport class 20 yrs ago that was about this weight wet but this thing has the displacement of nearly TWO Honda Accords! They have to counterrotate everything in that engine they can to even make it rideable, also why it only goes a pathetic 145 mph, they don't dare take the redline past 7000 it would vibrate itself to pieces. Why I see no videos of people doing quarter-miles on this thing, it's a tortoise that's a rabbit for maybe 3 seconds. The reason we are seeing 3 cylinders in anything is because of EVs, they're an excellent ultra-cheap engine to act as nothing more than a generator for batteries in EVs, which are the only "electric" cars people trust because they want that gas engine in there to make sure they get to where they're going. Ergo, 3-cyl tech has done about all it can to stop the inherent vibration, but I think it's hit the wall.
@sabbavarapuvalerian2761 Жыл бұрын
👌👌👌
@ozziejim8472 Жыл бұрын
Hard suspension sucks … until you need it.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
All it probably depends on how good your road surface is, the uk roads are only getting worse.
@ozziejim8472 Жыл бұрын
Yes, I mean a pot hole in a bend , I’ve found it keeps the bike on line. Don’t like it anywhere else though. Cheers mate Oh Aussie roads have declined in the last couple of years , unfortunately.
@CrusaderGeneral Жыл бұрын
221 "Meter Newtons" :)
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Did I mess up on that 😂
@CrusaderGeneral Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon im the only one who noticed, so its ok :-)
@llamamanism Жыл бұрын
Why handguard on throttle side only?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Well spotted 👍 there should of been 2 but only 1 was sent out, that got fitted and unfortunately the other one didn’t turn up in time when i video it.
@Tkksyg Жыл бұрын
the price ?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
18k gbp I think the new ones are 22k for 2023
@shamrazaque521 Жыл бұрын
16:24
@TheAgalmic Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know the wet weight?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
If I remember rightly it’s around 291kg but certainly doesn’t feel like it, due to the low down weight
@simonchilli2088 Жыл бұрын
Seat height mm I'm 5'9" ? How are we supposed to know what that means?
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I’m not sure your the only one to ask that question, I guess you’ve just got to and sit on one of your interested in buying one. 🤷♂️
@stephenhoward1209 Жыл бұрын
One hand guard looks odd
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Well spotted Steve. I like it when mistakes are seen, basically 2 was ordered and only one turned up for the video and didn’t have time to take it off again. 👍
@dilligaf2386 Жыл бұрын
Bike for hobbits
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Lol
@gardeningplus727111 ай бұрын
Over priced
@thatbikersimon11 ай бұрын
It’s cheaper than a Ducati diavel V4
@gardeningplus727111 ай бұрын
Ducati is garbage and even that way over priced you can buy two Harley Davidson for that price@@thatbikersimon
@andreychizov8201 Жыл бұрын
How does it handle in city traffic? Stop and go? splitting lanes? Some real stuff.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
I thought it handled really well at low speeds, I would say with its low down weight and short seat hight makes it easy to ride.
@andreychizov8201 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon The question was not how easy it to ride, but how you handle it on the streets of London? if you really ride it for a week. Sorry to say, yours video just a promo bullshit. Bike looks great, that is it, blonde girl also.
@AuxesisHyperbole666 Жыл бұрын
@@andreychizov8201 😂🤣😂 In reality, real world, for real, really 'the streets of London' are mostly limited to 20mph now - you'd be better off with a Grom! Or lose your licence in a day...
@andreychizov8201 Жыл бұрын
12:47 why this useless power for daily bike?! Waste of fuel and extra weight.
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
It’s probably not the most practical bike for commuters more of a Sunday blast bike
@andreychizov8201 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon I am riding VMAX first gen. Great looking bike, but piece of shit otherwise.
@andreychizov8201 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon i wish i can afford time for stupid weekend rides and money for useless alfamale statement.
@chaser_the_dream6798 Жыл бұрын
Your quite local to me mate if you ever want to go for a ride drop me a message on Instagram
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Always up for a ride out matey. I can’t see you on Instagram tho. Drop me a like on Instagram so I can see. 👍
@thatbikersimon Жыл бұрын
Always up for a ride out matey. I can’t see you on Instagram tho. Drop me a like on Instagram so I can see. 👍
@chaser_the_dream6798 Жыл бұрын
@@thatbikersimon my Instagram isn’t working for some reason so Iv emailed you my Facebook name