I'm sending her back! | Triumph Rocket 3 Review
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- Опубліковано 21 кві 2020
- I'm sending her back! | Triumph Rocket 3 Review: My closing thoughts on the mahoosive Triumph Rocket 3 R....obviously filmed before the current outbreak before anyone else asks!!
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** PLEASE NOTE: This was filmed before the current outbreak **
Hey Missenden, I would never apologise to the world for simply going for a ride. I'm in Australia (NSW). Today (23/4/20) there is no problem going for a short ride. Our local rules and police are very reasonable, and we support them because their rules are reasonable. UK Bobbies, whatever.
Let's be sensible about this. If you go for a solo blast around your town, who are you going to breathe on or infect? Nobody.
Whose breath are you inhaling while riding? Nobody's.
Good luck with your local lock-down rules in your part of the world. And safe riding.
you need to try a proper cruiser Harley Heritage softail for example
@@paulg9314 And if you are unfortunate to come off your bike and seriously injure yourself, what then? Over here in England we're trying to free up our medical service so they have the resources to fight the big numbers of cases we're dealing with. Motorcycle accidents can be a huge drain on hospital services and the NHS can do without that right now. Leisure riding during the lockdown is quite a selfish short-sighted act in my humble opinion.
Rob S - Understand your concern but keep in mind the hospital capacity situation varies by country and region. Certainly more risk of exposure if you do end up in the hospital so a personal decision on acceptable risk.
@@paulvanhout9695 The other consideration we have to keep in mind here in the UK is the standard of driving by other road users. Because the roads are quiet some idiots are out there are driving like loonies and when they meet other road users they have the attitude that the other driver should not be on the road, but home staying indoors. Its pure selfishness of these that could put even the most careful bike rider down. I've been out in car shopping a few times a seen them flat out everywhere, and riding your bumper if they should happen up behind you. I'm glad I'm not sharing the road with them right now.
I drooled over this at the bike show earlier in the year. It’s stunning. A beast. A lot of money, but a lot of bike. 😎
Unfortunately on uk roads the bike is pretty much a waste of money
Another great video, appreciate the added camera (and impressive how steady the footage is from it)
Top of the morning to you Andy! Just home from work here in Oregon. Don't have the dream job you do. Love your channel and all the great information on bikes, gear, touring, maintenance, etc. I do tell everyone I know about you and what you have to offer.
Thank you! Cheers!
Wow thanks Michael, I bet you’re popular!!! 😆
Hi ya always great videos and always a pleasure to watch them. Been watching your reviews for so long that it was you that got me back into biking. Thanks and stay safe.
Brilliant - I love it when I hear things like that - cheers Skip!
I'm glad you mentioned the sensitive eyes part at the end. I have the same issue and wear sunnies all year round. I often get weird looks although that's maybe just me and my current Covid hairdo, aka birds nest. Thanks again for the video.
Cheers Colin - it's amazing how people get so upset by it isn't it!
Thoroughly enjoy your channel since this lockdown i'm currently on my 2 week summer holiday from work! and as a consequence i'm climbing the walls as all the plans I had off riding my bikes too different places over this fortnight have been shot down, so ive been watching your vids off the west coast off Scotland , wales , and the fantastic artic circle ride which has been appeasing my itchy throttle hand for a while. As a matter off interest I ride a Triumph Thunderbird Commander and a Kawasaki 1700 voyager and i've bought a 2018 Enfield 500 from the Bike Den in Watford which you've featured on your vids that's due too be delivered once this lockdown has ended. so thanks for the vids they're keeping me sane ! ride safe!
Cheers A, and congratulations on the new bike, do say hello to Steve from me when you pick her up!
Great reviews Andy, I need to get a go on one now as soon as this lockdown is done 😎😇
Helmet is probably where I would draw the line on retro kit - would be hard for me not to wear a full coverage lid.
This subject always stirs up the comments!
You could by the GT and get the baggage system, the heated grips (standard) and the better bars, backrest too and then option the mid controls with it.
I started watching this with the subtitles on while going through my subscription area. The subtitles claim you started off by saying "morning kids it's Mr fry here" tickled me a little ^^. Always good to see one of your videos on my subscription list.
Very kind of you to say so - thanks Nathan!
Always enjoy your running commentary TMF, whilst cruising many roads I’ve never seen, past some fabulous urban & rural locations. On another note, managed to take my GS out twice yesterday. A morning run to the doctor for my annual fluvax shot, then again in the afternoon for my wife. The long way, of course, without being silly about it. It certainly reminded me of why I love riding the beast.Thanks again. 👍🏍😷🇦🇺
Always my pleasure Russell - good to hear from you...
Excellent video, thank you. Makes me more want to get out on my bikes but alas not yet. Stay safe.
Cheers Bob
Great vid again TMF , agree with all you have said, loving my TFC Rocket, the quick shifter is like butter even with only 380 miles still on the clock. As regards open face lids, check out the new Shoei's with built in flip down visor. Once again, thanks for the vids, hopefully you have a few more in the can before it all kicked off. Keep safe.
Oh yes lots more to come - stay tuned!
A modern version of the 1940s Indian4. I ride a 600cc sportbike on Saturdays, and a 600cc cruiser on Sundays. It is nice to go from feet back to feet forward. If the battery fails for 1, I ride the other one until I get around to buying a new one and installing it. The main problems with the Rocket 3 are the cost to buy, the faster wear for the back tire from the weight and torque, and the insurance costs. To me, one side of the engine looks a lot better.
Personaly I would describe the Rocket 3 as more of a muscle bike (like the V-Max) than a cruiser. Great review though, would love to have a go on one
Do it Martin - it’s terrific- I love mine. Go and jump on one when the world starts up again......
Its NOTHING like a V-Max. If you do want to compare happy for you to visit and ride my Max after you've tried a triumph (lower caps on purpose LOL!) Post a reply when / if lockdown is finished if you're up for it. Hope you are well, Paul
@@paulcosgrove6160 thanks for the offer
@@JetCooper3D I'm between fat bob vs rocket 3 what would you is there any cons on this bike like is it easily repairable can I do it myself because my friend had the diavel and he had to sell it because of the high prices
Clearly you've never ridden a 2022 Rocket 3 R / 3 GT for any "empirical" amount of time to even suggest commenting.
Love the videos, just bought a used Rocket GT after watching them. Did you find you can hear the rear drive or do I need to take it back.
Hmm, maybe get that checked…
Totally agree with you about dressing for the situation. If I,m on an ADV bike then I want to look rugged and adventurous. If I,m on my retro bike then I want to look like the rockers in Quadrophinia .
Nice to hear you like riding in the Peak District Andy :) I live in the Crooked Spire town of Chesterfield just on the edge here in Derbyshire :)
Quite courageous on your end Andy with the front camera without any tethering.
Yes I was living on the edge there!
I bought myself a Shoei open face helmet a couple of years ago now, as I ride a Honda CB1100. I love it.
Yes I think it’s defo something I should look into when we get back to riding again - just for those slow lazy rides taking in the scenery on my Triumph or Royal Enfield....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Difficult to mount cameras on open face lids
@@andysatch9150 Having went face-first into a car roof when he shot out in front of me, I agree. If I wasn't wearing a full-face helmet I would have been in serious trouble. As it was, burst lip, and bent forks.
@@BigBadJock Well yes, you have to decide whether you have a bottom on your helmet, or no lower jaw. Which makes you look cooler..........?
Thanks for posting. In terms of looks, I can't make up my mind about it. Maybe an instance where pics don't do it justice. Will have to wait and see it in person.
Very entertaining as always. Thanks for sharing with us. Stay safe there, Cheers to you.
Another very good long term review. When ive been serious about buying new, Triumph do let you have the model over the weekend or overnight at least, still does not compare to the time you get though so thanks. The only thing i would say though is a lot of us only have one bike, I myself have the 'old' Rocket3 and make it do what I want for the circumstances. Panniers for touring, backrest for the missus, single seat for posing. Small tank bag for commuting, as you said you would if you bought the new one.
Good to hear that you can make it into a do it all bike Clive, as you say, if you really love it you can make any bike be an all rounder...thanks for watching!
Another quality watch. Not into cruisers myself but the two you have tried gave a good insight, which make do you fancy riding next Harley?Keep up the good work👍
The rocket is a lovely, impractical one trick poney. Definitely couldn't have it as my only bike but for a 50 mile blast to Matlock Bath on a sunny day, I can see its appeal. I had to wrestle the TV remote from Carol's hand as she attempted to switch you off when you did the mid cut merchandise break!
Lol one trick pony?
Rode one?
@@R3RLEE Not yet
Nice vlog .It looks like quite a pleasant part of the country that you were riding in . Good on Triumph for producing a bike like the Rocket . Who knows ,you may become a Triumph ambassador in the future with the Rocket your gift from them !
Somehow I don’t think that’s going to happen!!
Nice summary and interesting vlog. I enjoy vlogs! Totally agree about our congested roads down here. Early morning weekends are great though and you must try the roads around the villages north west of Aylesbury. Cuddington, Chearsley, Brill, Ashenden etc. Nice scenery and roads.
Yes I have ridden those - the trouble is me and getting up early don’t necessarily go together Steve....
I’m a bit like that myself. I have to force myself to get out of bed, but it’s well worth it when I do. Best part of the day.
Thanks for this series on the new R3, it seems to be an awesome machine. I personally wouldn’t class it as a cruiser more a muscle bike.
Yes a few have said the same Marc...
Thanks for the sharing the video... any plans for GT ride and it’s comparison to the R...will be nice to see your version🥂
Good review as always. One of my dream bikes. Although I’ve been looking at the Benelli 502C. Have you seen those. I little rival for the Rebel 500.
Thanks for another great video to help pass another day of inactivity. Beautiful day here and I am longing to get out on my bike for a few hours. Unfortunately it's not going to happen for a while but at least I have got a shopping trip to do, to so I'll get about 15 miles round trip on it to the local supermarket. Unfortunately that'll be my only ride this week! As far as the bike is concerned, in think if I was in the market for a cruiser, it would be a Speedmaster and £8k in my pocket rather than this. On the subject of open helmets, I use a Shoei J cruise, which is comfortable, quiet and I highly recommend it.
Cheers Gareth I’ll check those out.....and I’m very envious of your shopping trip! I’ve not ridden a bike since March 20th 🙁
Are the handle bars closer than on the Bobber?
Tis an extraordinary bike. Once this situation allows, I'll be test riding one. It is something to look forward to.
Always good to hear from you Scott - hope all is well??
Agreed! I haven’t lusted about anything that much since the VFR400 in the late 80s (in my teens)
Hi Andy....glad you enjoyed it bud! Thought from the title you’d sent MrsF back to her mum! 😱😉 Stay safe!
As if!!!
I am on the fence on selling my Bonnieville T120 which I love on a Rocket 3Gt, for more 2 up riding, really not sure if I should for some reason I feel the Rocket 3gt will be a bike you might get sick of after a while.
I have had cruisers in the past which I miss, but saying again I do love the smoothness of the T120 but sometimes it does feel a bit small, any advice
Have both!
After😷do try northumberland even when bike busy day most roads including coast road are quiet and of course lower Scottish border almost deserted. ...best of health from dave
Yes I'd love to go back - did you see my videos on the Honda CRF on Holy Island?
TheMissendenFlyer Another recommendation for Northumberland, living just off the A68 I’m spoilt.
love the roads round Kielder area
Bro ...what is the post purchase maintenance cost and servicing cost of rocket 3 r ..
Hey TMF, i enjoyed the vlog/s as always. i am on the verge of getting one of these beauties. what can you say about the heat, exhaust or engine, during stops or urban traffic? i am in a place where summers, the only time id be using this bike, are a constant 40degC. id appreciate your comments on this.
I didn’t notice the heat being an issue - but then it was the tail end of winter when I rode this. I imagine most Bikes are uncomfortable at 40degC!!
i got the 2020 GT version i can only have one motorcycle so the Rocket for me checks all the boxes the look the attention its get on the streets people always asking questions about my motorcycle so that cool, the torque its insane so much power love it all that in a cruiser cant ask for more for me its the ulimate machine. Ride safe mate.
Cheers - you too!
Just wondering if you've ridden the GT and how you felt it compared to the R?
No I haven't but I hope to at some point for that comparison...
The most beautiful bike I’ve seen and will be my next bike as I sold my fatbob 114 a while ago
Nice one!
Not a cruiser guy either, only cruiser ridden was the standard Diavel for an hours test ride which I enjoyed. As you say hats off for Triumph for making the Rocket. My Triumph street triple arrived Tuesday so desperate to ride her but will have to wait lol. Cheers TMF
Congratulations Dave - it’ll definitely be worth the wait!
another good Vid
That's exactly what I did to my TFC = rear back rest - Heated grips - front screen - connectivity unit = but still trying to work that out
Did you get a chance to watch my Video with the my rocket TFC in the 20 to 50k corners
Say I was doing around
45+in the 20k corners and
110+ in the 50k corners and she handled well
Not sure if LOWER TYRE PRESSURE'S with the weight of the bike would help handling??? any idea's / anyone
i'm not used to heavier bike mainly ridden sports bike where lower tyre pressure helps
talk soon
I do like that low down engine note. Good watch while stuck indoors. :) I see you suffer the same problem as me, nose is not in the centre line of the helmet! I put it down to a funny shaped head; for me that is!
Same hear I dremeled the nose profile out of my viser to fit my stupid shaped head
Great end video for your time with the big Triumph! At some point after "you know what" I will get myself a test ride on one of these beasties, will it give me the same grin factor as my stage 2 Harley Fat Bob 114? Yes quicker but what about the grin...??? My other concern for the Triumph is that build/finish you pointed out in the last vid, for me when one spends a huge sum on a "toy" it needs to stay looking good and feel super premium. Cheers... FT
I won't mention "Harley test ride" hehe shhhhhh.
Yes I’ve defo got to get that Harley ride as soon as I’m able!
Is it a cruiser or a muscle bike. I have the earlier one and to me its a cruiser. The new one to me is more a muscle bike. Am i wrong. ?
No - I think either description fits either bike.....
You're right when you say you're going to catch some flack for the open face helmet. I've personally seen the result of an open face helmet and a slide along the floor. I've also experienced an accident where I landed on my face. I'd much rather the scratched up helmet than the missing lower jaw. But it's up to you if you want to look cool ;)
I'd love to feel the torque of that machine, looks like it'd pull your shoulders out
Just watched your three Rocket videos back to back, again ! Lol
Test rode the Gt today, I got the first Rocket new in 2004 then another in about 2014 , but, this new engine is so strong !
Big thanks to Total Triumph in Wellington near Taunton.
Had a talk and decided that the R would be better for me with the GT handlebars and the quick shifter.
Also had a ride on the GT Tiger Pro which is also very nice so will have a think to decide 🧐
Gra and Sandy, North Devon, ps, still some of the best biking roads !, but don’t tell everyone
Quick question, around the 3:06 marker it looked like you were doing four finger braking. Is that just your style or does it need that to slow it down? I only use one or two but I have a sports bike so am genuinely curious. Cheers for the vid 👍🏻
Chris H I’m a two-fingered braker too and had no probs with the rocket. Similar braking setup to their other bikes like the tiger 900, street triple RS, so obviously doesn’t feel as sharp as those with all the extra weight. But they’re still good brakes
No four finger braking defo isn’t necessary, the brakes are amazing - just by chance you saw me going that, I sometimes do....I’m fairly inconsistent!
Nice to see there’s some of us about! Apparently most people use 4 but using two, you tend to ‘feel’ the brakes rather than grab ‘em. I keep two fingers on the clutch as well but that goes back to my air-cooled, two-stroke, road-racing days. 👍
Steve Inskip , I always do the same again racing two strokes lol,
Thanks TMF, great review 👍
TMF! hope your all well, not related at all to video (which was a great obviously) but do you intend on loaning a KTM 390 Adventure as and when life returns back to normal? thinking about getting one hence the comment.
Regards
Yes I'd love a crack on one - I loved the 390 Duke and light weight adventure bikes are a favourite of mine, so if KTM will lend me one, I'd love a go!
The Rocket is my favourite bike from my tests this year I think... I actually wouldn't mind one... now what can I sell....
Kidney 😂
You've had that old Kwak for months now, surely time that got swapped out?
Loved all the videos on the triumph rocket . As a Harley Davison rider this is the only bike that I think has really impressed me the rocket three but I’d like to test ride the GT version I think this would suit me better . When this crazy situation is over I hope to get down to a triumph dealer .
Nice one - take your wallet!
I would love to buy a cruiser but there is so much more choice out there. I just don't know what I want anymore. Because I like the idea of going off road and being adventurous, at the same time I want that super sport feel
I had the same dilemma as you did. The Ducati Multistrada was the answer for me!
I would like one too and agree that it would never be my only bike. The price, however, is the primary obstacle.
Yes I suspect that's the case for most of us - make it £10K and I'm suddenly much more interested!
Hi mate, that road is always a busy one to HW, loads of nice ones around us just need to find them, berks ox I’ve found plenty bucks not so much, got to the the rocket 3!
Plenty of nice roads, alas plenty of traffic too!
There’s no science to liking bikes: true that hated my Tuono, love my CB1000R, hated my R1M and love my S1000RR. Yet I’ve read journalism saying I’m mad!
It sounds like you are a Honda guy. Honda blends comfort and sport very well.
Dope content. Can't wait to see more
Thank you (if I'm understanding "Dope" right, it means something else entirely in the UK!)....
Very enjoyable video and a good honest review...
Thank you David - glad you liked it!
Hi, Northumberland is beautiful, great roads, friendly people and amazing coastline. But keep it quiet, don’t tell everyone 👍🏻 kettle will be on if you head up this way 👍🏻
Cheers Paul - any hobnobs in offer???
TheMissendenFlyer I will make sure I have some in I promise 👍🏻👍🏻
Great bike, bit of a struggle to hand it back.
Very much so....
Compared to the Speed Twin, the Rocket has got an extra 65% bhp, around 100% more torque, but then it also has an extra 50% mass. I guess the Rocket's quicker, I'm interested by what margin ?
No idea, it feels super ballistic in comparison (and the Speed Twin is no slouch!)....
A fair summary, strikes me as a bike to hire for a long weekend trip. Not one to own unless you really do have cash to spare. Rear facing camera seems pretty dark throughout, maybe an aperture tweak next time? Keep up the quality Andy, stay safe!
Cheers Mick!
Love it. If it was £10,000 I'd have one tomorrow. I think its great riding a bike in SE England at any time but I try not to use the car in traffic.
Agreed....
Great video fantastic bike stay safe 🇬🇧👍🏻
MotoGeo is another channel I follow. I first met Jamie at the British MotoGP in the early 90's where he was riding as privateer on a 250 2t finishing just off the podium with Max Biaggi on the top step.
Nice one....
There are a lot of good back roads around Staffordshire, if you know where to go eg the B 5405 Stafoord to Sighford then back along the A 5013 to Stafford or Norton Canes to Milford along the A 460 the A51 and the A 513 then up into Brocton Village and Cannock Chase.
It is a gorgeous bike.
Agreed!
Dark glasses AND dark visor as well flyer! on a rather cloudy, dull day by the look of it, ha! Surely the eyes aren't that old and sensitive to the not much light out today, haha! Each to their own I guess matey and you know how much shade you need! Be safe Flyer.
Did you watch to the very end??
@@TheMissendenFlyer I know matey, I know you have sensitive eyes, didn't know they were that sensitive! for what looked, a dull day all day, as I said though you know how much shade you need for yourself fine. Will the keen Policeman that stops you for the dark visor (illegal) & sunglasses on the murky day agree..? Not trying to have a go Flyer, but be careful matey. Good luck with everything, I do like your channel and all your vids and what you do, sharing your views and your experiences, they're great and useful.
Can you do a review of Rocket 3 GT and compare it to the Rocket 3R?
Would love too if I manage to get a go on the GT at some point.....
Firstly, it IS a cool bike !
"The glaring gap in my collection". So when is it going to be added to the collection ? I know you said you don't have the cash.
I wonder what odds the bookies will give me on "TMF gets a Rocket 3 before the end of 2021" :-D
My favorite bike 😍😍❤️❤️, God please bless with this great bike,
Amen
I'll miss seeing this one for sure.
Arai Concept-X and Shoei Glamster are new full face retro styled lids for 2020. Might be worth a look for retro styling but still full face protection.
I hate these retro full face lids - I’ll leave them to the Instagram moto-girls and London hipster brigade....
What is it with the Rocket that makes you call it a cruiser? For me it's more a naked bike, streetfighter if you like. But a cruiser? Not really!
You may be right - I quite like “muscle bike” too...
Lovely roads in North Devon 😀👍🏍
Good last video of the lovely Rocket 3 like all about the rocket except the dash never mind it's still great. Thanks from Danny
Seems rather shaky the cameras on this particular video, is the bike overly stiffly sprung?
Probably my nerves!
Retro full face by Premier looks good and is a sharp 4 star helmet.... Love mine.
Hmmm....
TMF. Traded in my 22 speed twin for the Rocket 3gt. Now i do miss the twin. But goddamn there is nothing like this bike out there. A gentle beast that is pure joy to ride.
Cool!
Hi are you still doing a column in MCN I keep looking for it but cannot find? Don’t like the Triumph tractor.
Nope - got fired in the New Year along with the other "Vlog Off" crew....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Oh dear that's a shame however its their loss,
Well it could come back theoretically it's all amicable - I imagine at the moment they would be glad of some extra content!
i really enjoy your bike review videos, but i don't get the merchandising thing..... obviously you push it's sale cos it makes you money, but why anyone would buy something with tmf on it beats me, but maybe i'm the strange one
Well it took me ages to even have any (because I thought the same!!) but I got so many requests for it kind of felt I should - so it definitely meets a need...
I think it's supply and demand. If no-one wants them, he won't sell any. I can't see the problem tbh. I don't understand why people buy stuff with the name of any major fashion brand on for three times the price of a normal item, but there you go......
@@andysatch9150 ... exactly... people are happy to pay to be billboards for all sorts of brands. At least wearing TMF gear is like advertising membership to an exclusive motorcycle-centric club.
I love my Raider and there is only a handful of bikes that I would consider an "upgrade" that I actually like the look of, and have been looking at this bike. That price tag though is too high for me at the moment.
Hi again champ, you can get heated grips they come on the GT but you can get them add to the R or the TFC. Did you get a chance to watch My video on the Rocket 3 TFC loving the corners ?
you will see scrapping around a few corners I agree they handle well, A friend of mine has had Rockets 3 for years and he was saying if you change to 150 front tyre to a 130 front tyre she handles heaps better much easier to lean into corners
might help some of your views
Also here in OZ we are allow to ride because Queensland health department say riding solo is exercise 👍
cheers Marc's
That blue van with the tinted side window, looked like a camera car. I hope you were under the speed limit...
The Diavel and the Rocket 3 are more muscle bike than cruiser. Harley Davidson, Indian motorcycles are real cruisers. Would like to see you test ride these machines, they may yet surprise you. Cheers keep up the good work.
I’d love a go on them!
looking forward cheers
Really love your videos!! If you want to get to know cruisers you should really try a Harley Davidson or a Indian I would love to know your opinions on those
Yes I’d love too - once we’re allowed to ride for fun again I’ll certainly be trying some...
I would like to suggest when this Covid-19 is out of the way that you could perhaps try a Harley Fat Bob for size, it's a performance cruiser in purely Harley terms. I my self have a Street Bob and have been surprised how good it is engine and chassis wise the M8 engine is a real peach. Just a thought?
Would love to Clive - thanks for the recommendation
Any chance of a live-stream any time soon? Need something to keep our spirits up...
Yeah I'm thinking about maybe doing one soon(ish).....I'll let you know...
@@TheMissendenFlyer Great stuff. Meanwhile, I have been giving plenty of thought to your situation regarding going out to do a review. Assuming your main income is derived from 'Missenden Flyer' I honestly feel you have every right to continue exactly 'as you were' so to speak. It's not as though you can work from home is it?
Well I have thought of that angle too - this is effectively my "job" now in that I do it full time and rely on the income but i think I would come in for so much flack if i did I daren't go there unless lock-down rules are loosened a little...luckily I have enough content "in the can" and planned that doesn't require me to ride that I can keep posting two videos a week until at least September, so no immediate issue (by then it may be more socially acceptable to ride a bike...) In the meantime I've heard bikes being thrashed down the local bypass all day!!!
@@TheMissendenFlyer As you know I am a train driver. I am on the understanding (through internal information) that the railways are being asked by the government to implement a considerable increase in the number of trains running from May the 18th, so perhaps some 'loosening' in the pipeline. Alternatively, if it does drag on, you could
A)Seek guidance from the local police, and
B) Assuming that goes well, put it to a poll of your viewers via a 'live chat' with the inclusion of the positive police advice. As for the bikes tearing around? Yes, I have noticed them too on my way from Warwickshire to Derbyshire each shift. Speed limits seem to have been removed it appears too (not that my NC750 can take advantage lol)....
Just an afterthought....if it does continue for a considerable time, how about something along the lines of the 'Bodmin Bikers' and doing reviews that way?
Didn't like this bike at first but must confess its growing on me, having said that I fully agree that at 20k is far too much especially when you consider the potential depreciation on these, but 12k is definitely more realistic.
Biggest problem with Rocket is the posted speed limit and that a mere one second of time doesn’t matter.
it seems like you prefer this to the diavel you wrode. it would be interesting to see if your opinion would change if the diavel had midset pegs and the rocket was the gt version with forward pegs. love watching your videos tmf.
Indeed!
Nice one and a great bike.
Crikey I had to do a double take when you said 2.5L! I thought my K1600GT was big!
Crazy isn't it!
Hey TMF! Did you try the Indian Scout? Friends of mine who love cruisers can't stop raving about it. Give it a go. Even Benelli have made a Diavel lookalike using the Leoncino engine which is great value for money. Try them both now you're Rocket-free?
If only I could! Covid-19 has stopped my riding for the foreseeable future :0(
'Tart that I am'😁.
I'm not convinced it's a cruiser. The rocket and the diaval are kind of in their own class. Muscle bike? You've speced the bike up in your head, that my friend is the start of the slippery slope to ownership! Great video once again. Stay safe.
Yes you may be right, muscle bike sounds better too I think....
Love your videos - been watching for awhile. Not so keen on the merchandise push mid-video. Feels like you’re moving away from where you started. Please keep it about the bikes and the biking!
Can you do a review of your various helmets ? You can do this under lockdown from the man cave. I’m interested as I’m looking for a new helmet myself.
I have reviewed most of them individually Simon....