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    Brake Problems on 07 R3

    Having problems with bleeding the Front brakes on my 2007 R3, no matter what they are still spongy. Anyone had the same problem, if so how did ya fix it? Also will a R3 Touring rear disc fit on a Standard R3 rear wheel. All help appreciated, cheers
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    Western Australia Mechanics/Tuners

    Ok, it's time to ask the question again to All Western Australia based R3 owners. Who do you use and recommend to Tune / twirl the spanners on your R3's, whether you have modified your bike or left it standard. Do they work with aftermarket equipment such as PCV or Tuneboy? Dave in Toodyay is...
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    Engine Changeover

    After two bad R3 owner experiences, I still have the carcass of my 2007 R3. I have just purchased a 2015 Rocket3X motor, with 12,700 Kms on it. My question is will it fit straight into my existing 2007 frame, is there any difference in power, what was the significance of the R3X as I have been...
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    I'm Back maybe

    Not been around for awhile after two engine failures on 2 different R3's, I have brought another motor for my 2007 R3 (The Black Rhino). Its good top see some familiar names from what seems like an eternity since I was last here. Based in Western Australia an R3 is not a common bike on our...
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    Output bearing specs

    Anyone in OZ know the sizes and specifications of the 2 output bearings, I have decided to rebuild my 2007 R3. The motor is out and I need the bearing details, before machine shop will start cutting and sleeving new bearing seat. Genuine triumph or aftermarket replacements, I am not fussy just...
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    Output Bearings

    Is their anyone out there in R3 land who can tell me the sizes / details of the internal and external output bearings, I am in the process of trying to fix an 07 Rocket that destroyed both. So any details I can get for the engineering crowd repairing the cases will an imense help. Also were...
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    The Most Basic of Questions

    Just what is the correct procedure for engine oil level check and step by step procedure of full oil change filter included ? Sick of paying dealers and to many people with advice, who have not or do not own a R3 Thanks
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    Insurance right off

    Any OZ riders know of any R3's written off or engines available privately or through dealers?, I am in need of a complete engine for my 2007 R3. Any help appreciated Bob
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    Melbourne Toll roads

    Whats the situation with Toll roads around Melbourne? are they free for bikes? I will be leaving Perth on Wednesday heading for Mildura via Adelaide, Melbourne and Omeo, yea I know its the long way. Is it better to go through Melbourne or get the ferry at Queenscliff as I want to catch up with...
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    Aussie & Kiwi Rocketeers HELP

    I need to know where I can get the following parts in our region:- K&N RU2780 air filters Wave pattern discs for the front & rear wheels I am in WA and all I get is blank looks from the spare parts people I have spoken to. All information appreciated
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    150 HP Tourer RHINO style

    You will have seen previous shots of the Black Rhino, now I have dressed the beast for touring. By modifying the pillion seat, adding Sissy bar rack and a set of Valkyrie tourer hard bags. Bag frames have yet to be painted black along with a set of guard (fender) hangers, which will blend in...
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    Bridgestone rear tyre

    Bridgestone have produced a 240/55/16 rear tyre for Suzuki, has anyone tried one ? and how would it effect speedo readings.
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    G'Day from OZ

    Just realised that I had not introduced myself (thought I had), so I have been lurking around for quite awhile. Even before I got my 07 R3 Black of course, she has a few mods and will have a few more before I am finished. I have enjoyed lurking on the site and using the combined knowledge of you...
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    The Other End

    Front tyre choices, what are the options and what are some of you people out there in Rocket land using, whats good and whats bad ????. Plenty of details on rears and the darkside, but what about the other end. Have used Bridgestones on my Valkyrie, with good results.
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