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R3Owners http://www.r3owners.net/ Triumph Motorcycle Rocket III Riders and Owners, Discussions, and Information en Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:50:11 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.r3owners.net/images/galaxy/misc/rss.jpg R3Owners http://www.r3owners.net/ Headlight adjustment http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8162-headlight-adjustment.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:39:00 GMT Well I tried to adjust my headlights according to an article that I read. First you measure the center of headlight from the ground and draw a line... Well I tried to adjust my headlights according to an article that I read. First you measure the center of headlight from the ground and draw a line on a wall at that height and have the lights 25' from the wall. Then draw another line 2" below the first line. The low beam should shine on the lower mark with the top of the cut off line of the lights. The high beam should hit the upper mark with the top of the cut off line. To get the low beams where they should be the bracket is bottomed out. This puts the high beams way above their mark. In fact to get high beams where they "should" be according to this "how to" article the low beams would be in the dirt. I don't see any way around this adjustment delima since the low/ high beams are in the same bucket and not independant of one another. Has anybody else come across this problem?
P.S. The Adjure lights do put out a much nicer/brighter light pattern. ]]> General Tech Talk snuffcityrider http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8162-headlight-adjustment.html My Rocket is finally a Triumph http://www.r3owners.net/bearclaw-corner/8161-my-rocket-finally-triumph.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:11:02 GMT After 47642 miles my bike has finally sprung a wee leak it seems to be from behind the oil tank, very small seep but it will only get bigger, I... After 47642 miles my bike has finally sprung a wee leak it seems to be from behind the oil tank, very small seep but it will only get bigger, I remember Molinoman (Dennis) had the same leak when we went to RAA 11 in Nashville except his was a gusher.
Any thoughts I am thinking the o rings behind the oil tank? ]]> BearClaw Corner scot in exile http://www.r3owners.net/bearclaw-corner/8161-my-rocket-finally-triumph.html <![CDATA[Won't Start]]> http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8160-wont-start.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:35:00 GMT I removed my tank yesterday to find out that the dealer had left my air box uncoupled. So I removed the entire air intake system and cleaned it out... I removed my tank yesterday to find out that the dealer had left my air box uncoupled. So I removed the entire air intake system and cleaned it out with a rag soaked in carb cleaner. While I was there I installed new plugs. Now despite cycling the switch to build fuel pressure several times the bike will not start. Guages sweep, fuel pump primes, then cranks but doesn't try to start. checked connections and broke the fuel line loose at the tank several times to bleed any air but no change. Any one have any ideas before I head to the dealer? ]]> General Tech Talk jetbuilder http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8160-wont-start.html For sale tall backrest/luggage rack assembly http://www.r3owners.net/r3owners-net-classifieds/8158-sale-tall-backrest-luggage-rack-assembly.html Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:01:27 GMT Started with a short version then went to the tall. Now I have a Corbin with backrests so dont need the tall backrest/luggage rack combo. Its in... Started with a short version then went to the tall. Now I have a Corbin with backrests so dont need the tall backrest/luggage rack combo.

Its in nice shape, not perfect, one small flaw on luggage rack, its hard to get a good pic of it.

All the pieces are there as can be seen in the pictures.

$225.00 plus shipping from 98230

Kim

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]]> R3Owners.Net Classifieds kwimmer http://www.r3owners.net/r3owners-net-classifieds/8158-sale-tall-backrest-luggage-rack-assembly.html Metzler Tyres - What a fuck about http://www.r3owners.net/rocket-uk/8157-metzler-tyres-what-fuck-about.html Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:48:08 GMT I have finally, and i mean finally after a month of trying, managed to get a new set of metzlers fitted to my rocket. Didnt want them avons, after... I have finally, and i mean finally after a month of trying, managed to get a new set of metzlers fitted to my rocket.
Didnt want them avons, after hearing stories of recalled tyres, so wanted to stick on the mettys.
Started looking into tyres at the start of august before my hols and got some quotes, £290 fitted and ballanced the best i had for a pair.
When it came to actually getting the tyres, bugger me
Sold out sold out sold out.
My tyre fitter said the back tyre wasnt hard to get hold of, but a front was like chicken teeth, the only place that had one charged him a premium to get it resulting in an extra £25 on the price, thus total cost £315 for a pair.

Note to self. Save up some money and buy another set before i need them to avoid this happening again.

the story im told is because of the avon recall issue, folks are having metzlers fitted instead and hence they have sold out their lot and have made as many as they were planning to make for this year. Due to start making some more soon though.

So anyone else had this or as per normal have i been scammed?

Thoughts?
Daz ]]> Rocket UK dazzybabie http://www.r3owners.net/rocket-uk/8157-metzler-tyres-what-fuck-about.html Metcruze seats http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8156-metcruze-seats.html Sat, 04 Sep 2010 15:38:46 GMT Has anyone in the US had experience with ordering from Metcruze?
Metcruze Custom Seats - Suzuki VL1500 Seats

I emailed them over a month ago requesting a quote for leather touring seat for R3R, and never heard back. Do i have to place an acutal order before they respond? if anyone has ordered from them, please comment on quality and lead+delivery times to US.

I am very interested in their Deluxe Touring seat (with Sissybar and Rack), but pre-sales support has been non-existent so far.

Thanks,
DC ]]> Accessories dache http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8156-metcruze-seats.html Sep 3rd 1939 http://www.r3owners.net/bearclaw-corner/8154-sep-3rd-1939-a.html Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:21:31 GMT Waited until the end of the day (CT) to post this. Not one thread about one of the most important dated in history--it was seventy one years today... Waited until the end of the day (CT) to post this.
Not one thread about one of the most important dated in history--it was seventy one years today that Britain declared war on Germany thus starting WWII, it was 27months later before Americe threw it's hat into the battle but not one mention ???????????????? ]]> BearClaw Corner scot in exile http://www.r3owners.net/bearclaw-corner/8154-sep-3rd-1939-a.html WTB: Pillion Gel seat http://www.r3owners.net/r3owners-net-classifieds/8153-wtb-pillion-gel-seat.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:50:35 GMT Looking for Part Number A9701143: "Pillion Touring Gel Seat"

Thanks,
DC ]]> R3Owners.Net Classifieds dache http://www.r3owners.net/r3owners-net-classifieds/8153-wtb-pillion-gel-seat.html Progressive fork spring install http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8152-progressive-fork-spring-install.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:43:36 GMT About to install progressive fork springs, obviously don't have the Triumph special tool to compress the shim. I made the keeper out of sheet steel, so I have that part ready to go.
Does anyone have a better idea than 1/4 drive extensions inserted into the shim holes as a substitute for the special tool? ]]> General Tech Talk HellFire http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8152-progressive-fork-spring-install.html Good Ride For Momma http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8151-good-ride-momma.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:55:36 GMT I have a Corbin seat for my 06 Rocket 3 Classic and the seat area for Momma is too short. Who makes a good full seat for the rider and passenger that... I have a Corbin seat for my 06 Rocket 3 Classic and the seat area for Momma is too short. Who makes a good full seat for the rider and passenger that also has both backrests? ]]> Accessories gwilliams290 http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8151-good-ride-momma.html Triumph Highway Pegs? http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8150-triumph-highway-pegs.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:48:04 GMT Does anyone know if the Triumph Highway pegs will work with Kuryakyn mounts (such as Longhorn offset peg mounts)? I have the Kuryakyn clamp and... Does anyone know if the Triumph Highway pegs will work with Kuryakyn mounts (such as Longhorn offset peg mounts)?

I have the Kuryakyn clamp and lonhorn mounts with Kury pegs, but I really like the Triumph pegs and want to install them...but don't want to have to buy the triumph mount kit. ]]> Accessories Gkiller http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8150-triumph-highway-pegs.html Adjure headlights http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8149-adjure-headlights.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:07:19 GMT Just got my Adjure brand headlights in and I installed one of them. I plan to take some pics tonight so as to see the difference between the two. In... Just got my Adjure brand headlights in and I installed one of them. I plan to take some pics tonight so as to see the difference between the two. In the daylight I noticed that the stock headlight is brightest in the outside corner of the left headlight. The Adjure looks to be more evenly distributed.

]]> Accessories snuffcityrider http://www.r3owners.net/accessories/8149-adjure-headlights.html Clunky Gearbox? http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8148-clunky-gearbox.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:03:44 GMT Bought a rocket 3 classic recently and love the bike my only critiscism is it one seriously clunky gearbox, first to second really clunky[ i know most bikes are like this in this paticular gear] but then second to third seems even worse one serious clunk,:eek: reminds me of the wife slamming the door when she ffinds out im blowing more money on bike stuff:) but then rest of the gears up the box not quite so bad, dealer told me they all do this and should improve with mileage, my bikes on 2800 miles ,and still seems the same, is there a reason why those first two gears are worse then the rest? heard the rocket 3 tourer box isnt so clunky? ]]> General Tech Talk hottdogg http://www.r3owners.net/general-tech-talk/8148-clunky-gearbox.html Hi Yayll from down under http://www.r3owners.net/introduce-yourself/8146-hi-yayll-down-under.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:47:30 GMT G'day
A Rocket 111 08 model fell off a boat on the way to ? and I brought it.
it was the best $25,000 au I have ever spent even the old girl agree,s
25000 KM now love it more than ever.
First time on r3 owners but have been a distant follower.
My ride is anything but standard. Custom 3/1/2 exhaust (home made with a little help)
Power commander (Wow GOT TO HAVE ONE) and K&N Individual filter BIG AIR KIT.
And save it till last ! Darksider Tried and True (Goodyear Eagle F1 SILICA COMMPOND)
Pics to come
I did mean to mention I leave in two days on a five day Southern cross Poker run
over 3000 km round trip back here 13/9/10
Rawlo ]]> Introduce Yourself !! rawlo http://www.r3owners.net/introduce-yourself/8146-hi-yayll-down-under.html FYI - TuneECU cable supplier in the uk http://www.r3owners.net/tuneecu-source/8145-fyi-tuneecu-cable-supplier-uk.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:38:14 GMT

Quote:

http://www.autotec-direct.com/usb-is...ware-428-p.asp

OK - not as cheap as EBAY - but I distrust EBAY. :cool:

The guy there sounds really switched in - Told him about TuneECU and he was well enthusiastic. ]]> TuneECU Source barbagris http://www.r3owners.net/tuneecu-source/8145-fyi-tuneecu-cable-supplier-uk.html