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    Rocket 3 Storm R - how to check oil level?

    Go by the user manual... This is why I do my own work- I don't trust shops. Btw, you can change your own oil while under warranty (in the US, anyway) if you document everything- use the Triumph branded filter, then WIX (same, same) after that. I use Motul 7100 (15 - 50). Not the Holy Grail...
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    Windows?

    Edit: Never mind- I see you are referring to the 2.3 Roadster. For that, as others have recommended, an old laptop and Windows 7 is the way to go. Four years ago I got a refurbished Android Tablet pretty cheap to work with the OBDLink LX. Works fine and when traveling I can use it to check...
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    2020 Rocket 3R final drive leak

    Doesn't sound like much, but that with what already leaked out- could be it :thumbsup:
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    Deep Dive into the 2.5 R/GT - valve check/adjust, timing, clutch renewal, fuel and air filter and spark plug change....

    Hi Rick- I have been pulling up most fluid from the MC on a fairly regular basis, as I seemed to have a very small air-in leak (no fluid drop). I'd top off with fresh DOT 4 and bleed the MC to restore function (smoother shifts). So, on my bike over time the fluid was already essentially flushed-...
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    Deep Dive into the 2.5 R/GT - valve check/adjust, timing, clutch renewal, fuel and air filter and spark plug change....

    This is from earlier - more text and photos... https://www.r3owners.net/threads/a-look-at-the-2-5-innards-diy-20k-mile-service-including-valve-clearance-check-and-shim-replacement.51206/
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    Deep Dive into the 2.5 R/GT - valve check/adjust, timing, clutch renewal, fuel and air filter and spark plug change....

    Video here of the the 20/40K service, including a clutch overhaul. DIY saves you a couple grand, I believe, and the satisfaction in knowing that it's been done right. The bike absolutely runs and shifts better- absolutely. I was surprised just how much better she pulls and shifts- I guess...
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    A look at the 2.5 Innards - DIY 20K mile service, including valve clearance check and shim replacement

    OK, here it is.... I'm going to start a new post, but wanted to also provide an update here. Thanks for watching...
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    Operation Blackie

    I smell bull$hit 🤣🤣🤣
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    Interesting fuel octain discrepancy I found.

    Thanks for contacting Triumph to get an official answer. I'm going to go with that and refrain from buying premium (a bit of a relief, especially with current gas prices - no further comment). I have to say though that I'm only ~ 85-90% confident in that answer. I wonder if it's like calling...
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    2020 Rocket 3R final drive leak

    As @AzRocketman said.... Remove the ***fill*** plug with bike level and see how much runs out. Easier, faster (seconds), and more reliable than hoping the dealer admits they overfilled.
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    Interesting fuel octain discrepancy I found.

    There's another post on this (s'ok, we don't care). And, yes, it IS confusing. You're referring to the 2.5 models, btw. I've run both 89 and 93. I've "felt" the 89 actually ran better at times and have also thought the same with 93, so who TF really knows 🤷🏼‍♂️ ? I've not tried 87, but I...
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    Anyone Else Lost a Heat Shield Yet?

    So, I put the JB Weld High Heat stuff on early December and three months later, after many many heat cycles it shows no sign of failing (crumbling, etc.). I'll bolt on the replacement shield and promise to let ya'll know if it flies off.....
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    METZELER Cruisetec - Never Again!

    Food for thought.....
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    How to clean mark off?

    Stray? We never stray off topic on this forum. Now about what oil I think is best..... :roll:
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    A look at the 2.5 Innards - DIY 20K mile service, including valve clearance check and shim replacement

    @Kevin frazier You'll be getting a shout out, when I do post, for walking me off a ledge. At one point I thought I may have botched it- I was not in the right state of mind at the time to be taking on that project and probably should have picked another weekend to make the deep dive. Luckily...
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