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/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl General Category >> The Cafe >> Bought a big 'un /cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1317910581 Message started by jef.savage on 10/06/11 at 07:16:21 |
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Title: Bought a big 'un Post by jef.savage on 10/06/11 at 07:16:21 I couldn't wait any longer I finally got a Rocket III. http://i1028.photobucket.com/albums/y343/jefscoville/DSCN0317.jpg?t=1317910069 http://i1028.photobucket.com/albums/y343/jefscoville/DSCN0320.jpg http://i1028.photobucket.com/albums/y343/jefscoville/DSCN0324.jpg |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by babyhog on 10/06/11 at 07:19:01 OMG That's beautiful! Congrats! |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by built2last66 on 10/06/11 at 07:21:20 Oh wow.. that is great.. the only thing I don't like about it is the tribal paint... I'd cover it up in a hurry, but that's just my opinion... other wise I'm keeping my eye on that bike for when I need a upgrade for more cross country purposes :D Holy crap.. I just read the engine specs... you are one lucky guy! Here's the one I want! http://www.triumphrocket.com/images/triumph_rocket.jpg |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by built2last66 on 10/06/11 at 07:25:42 Yep that's what I'm going for... no more 2011 HD sportster 1200cc... Triumph behemoth rocket iii it is!!!! |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by PiaFea on 10/06/11 at 07:39:53 Beautifull!! I like to look of the powerfull engine beneath your legs ... i mean the gas tank. Happy and safe riding! |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by splash07 on 10/06/11 at 08:12:46 Jealous!!!! :o |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by LostArtist on 10/06/11 at 09:28:04 I love those bikes!!!! doesn't fit my life (or my short legs) right now but one day. . . very happy for you!!! :D awesome ride! 8-) |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by EJID on 10/06/11 at 11:31:17 GREAT looking bike!!! Can't wait to hear some ride reports from your perspective. (Did you get rid of the Savage or the S50/S83 that you had?) |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by justin_o_guy2 on 10/06/11 at 13:15:30 Awwrite,, you bought the Big Un,, now just make sure you dont Bite the Big Un,, Enjoy that Hot Rod, safely.. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by kimchris1 on 10/06/11 at 19:24:40 Congratulations Jef, beautiful ride you got there. Enjoy it and keep us posted of your all your happy adventures this bike should bring you..:) kim |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by jef.savage on 10/07/11 at 15:26:24 After two days of riding I can report that the bike is very easy to ride at normal speeds and just as easy to ride at higher speeds. Taking off slowly is a little trickier. I was pulling out from being angle parked in front of the Post Office and had to go slowly and make about an 80 decree turn with a lane of traffic about four feet away and it wanted to roll back or go like hell. I should have waited til the traffic went by and then I would've had plenty of room. No big problem just a little awkward and a little embarrassing if any one was watching. Fortunately the solution is just ride more and get used to it and I'm up for all the riding I can get in. It has the most comfortable seat I've ever sat on. The quality and workmanship just keeps looking better and better. The S50 will become my little bike and the mini-bagger/cafe/bobber is up for sale. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Ed L. on 10/07/11 at 16:57:34 Oh $h!* loook at that Very Nice Big Bike Have Fun ;D ;) :) ;D |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by SuperSavage on 10/07/11 at 23:14:39 WOW! That is a heck of a nice looking bike. I love the paint with the tribal artwork. That bike just screams" Beat Me". |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Serowbot on 10/08/11 at 09:23:52 Is there a big bore kit for that?... ;D... |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by jef.savage on 10/08/11 at 13:16:10 No, but there's a supercharger kit. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by MMRanch on 10/08/11 at 15:43:24 Nice to have a "HEAVY" cruser and also a "LIGHT" cruser. Its hard to think 146 HP. isn't enough ! Thats a GREAT looking bike. Congratuations !!! |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Gyrobob on 10/09/11 at 06:58:55 I like the Roadster version of the Rocket III. It has the footpegs back in a more normal position. The bike approximates a "standard" like I grew up with, rather than a cruiser/boulevard bike. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by jef.savage on 10/09/11 at 19:19:38 I rode a Roadster and was very disappointed with the peg position. Too much bend in my knees. That's the main reason I started looking at older ones. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Gyrobob on 10/10/11 at 05:37:44 7A75763E63737F66797C7C75100 wrote:
I road a Roadster and was instantly pleased with the peg position. Just the right bend in my knees. Finally!,.. a Rocket III with pegs like all the standard bikes I have known and loved for 50 years. I get quite annoyed with the poser-esque "forward" controls. They put more of the weight of your legs on your butt, reduce the control you have over the bike, force you into an unnatural sit up and beg riding position, and (opinion) look silly. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by arteacher on 10/10/11 at 05:50:54 I have arthritis in my hips (among other places) and the forward controls help with that a lot. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Gyrobob on 10/10/11 at 05:57:56 424949404C434258592D0 wrote:
Maybe you should read "Wheat Belly." |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by arteacher on 10/10/11 at 06:42:54 My preferred starch is the potato. :) |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Gyrobob on 10/10/11 at 06:49:09 0C07070E020D0C1617630 wrote:
as in "couch potato" ?? |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by arteacher on 10/10/11 at 06:52:45 No. |
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Title: Re: Bought a big 'un Post by Boofer on 10/10/11 at 20:25:39 Does it sound as good as a Valkyrie? I love it. Are you going to re-jet, seat mod, Harley muffs, K&N filters, Big Crank, de-badge, bob job, Dunlop 404s? ;D Good for you! Enjoy, and don't forget us little people. |
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