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  1. IdahoRenegade

    Looking to buy a Touring, years to avoid, differences in engine output between Touring and Roadster.

    Former Rocket III owner here, I had a 2012 Roadster that I loved. I put a bunch of effort outfitting it for touring, but eventually realized I wanted a dedicated touring bike, with a stereo and cruise control. 500-600 mile days weren't bad, but when I was working and limited for vacation time...
  2. IdahoRenegade

    New Saddlesbags to Paint-paint codes/where to find/buy?

    I scored a set of Tsukayu saddlebags off of Ebay that I will need to paint. I have a '12 Roadster in the gloss black metallic. Will my local Napa be able to cross reference a paint code by the year and model, or do I need to find one somewhere (on cages it used to be under the hood). Thanks.
  3. IdahoRenegade

    Biggest, nice hard bags for <<$1k??

    I currently have Viking Charger bags on my R3R. The size is smaller than I would like, so I'm looking to upgrade. The Corbin bags are nice, but at $2k, more than I'm willing to spend. I've been considering the Viking Lamellars Lamellar Extra Large Shock Cutout Leather Covered Saddlebag but...
  4. IdahoRenegade

    Rode a Victory Cross Country this afternoon...

    I have to say, I think the Rocket Roadster has ruined me. A couple weeks ago I went on a 4000 mile vacation on it. The trip had me thinking that a more touring oriented bike would be nice. Lockable hard bags, option for a trunk, cruise control, stereo. Well, my local dealer has a left over...
  5. IdahoRenegade

    I have the worst flippin' luck with tires!

    Last week I walked out of work to discover a flat rear tire on my R3R. Oh well, I had a plug kit and 12V compressor. Plugged the tire and made it home. The tire was pretty well worn out so I ordered a new one (Excedra Max) at my favorite local shop (Mikes Powersports in Spokane). Pulled the...
  6. IdahoRenegade

    Cold Start Problem-2012 Roadster

    I was on an extended trip recently and began encountering problems starting after sitting overnight in cool/cold weather. Bike turns over OK (a bit slow, but OK), fires, but stalls. It acts like a very low idle speed. I have to hold the throttle part way open to keep her running. Almost acts...
  7. IdahoRenegade

    Lets talk Tire Pressure...

    I went Darkside a couple weeks ago with a BFGoodrich g-Force Sport COMP-2, size 225/55-16, on a '12 Roadster. Honestly...didn't care for it. Very noticeable tendency to "push" to the downhill side of crowned roads and pretty uncomfortable on uneven road surfaces. Some roads in my area get a...
  8. IdahoRenegade

    Longest Life rear tire for Roadster?

    Yes, I know there are lots of tire threads. And yes, I have searched them. Most seem far more focused on handling and performance than life. Stock Metzler is terrible for life, at 6k or so for a tire and $300 a tire, I would have to sell the bike-can't afford the $$ or time to deal with...
  9. IdahoRenegade

    Which Kuryakyn Highway Pegs?

    I just ordered a set of Triumph "front dresser bars" (engine guards) for my '12 Roadster. I want get some highway pegs ordered as well. I have liked the Kuryakyn products I've ordered so far, figured I'd use their pegs. Anyone have a specific one that they use that fits well (what dia are the...
  10. IdahoRenegade

    What Octane fuel do you run?

    I actually am reading my owner's manual-surprised? I noticed it specifies a Research Octane Number (RON) of 91. Our (US) gas is specified as the average of Research and Motoring octane ((R+M)/2 at the pump). If memory serves, RON is about 2 points higher than RM/2, so that would mean we...
  11. IdahoRenegade

    Pinstriping on a Roadster?

    Just curious, has anyone had any pinstriping done on their roadster? If so can you post or link a pic? I'm thinking some gold striping would look good on a gloss black roadster.
  12. IdahoRenegade

    New Roadster Owner-North Idaho

    I picked up a new-to-me (2012 model) roadster today. I had taken it for a test ride last night and sealed the deal today. Funny how perceptions change. I've been into ADV riding for several years now and never had an interest in "cruiser" type bikes. Well, several months ago I picked up a...
  13. IdahoRenegade

    Tire install at home?

    I've always installed ADV/dual sport tires at home with spoons. More than anything else to avoid the inconvenience of hauling the wheel into a dealer for an install, but also for practice in changing tires/tubes on the road. Anyone ever do a Rocket tire with tire spoons (irons); especially a...
  14. IdahoRenegade

    Was the R3R ever available in matte green metallic?

    I happen to have a Tiger 800XC in the matte green metallic color. I really like that color-did the Rocket ever come in it? I've seen pics of one, I believe custom, painted that way, looks really sharp. Would be kinda cool to have a matched set.
  15. IdahoRenegade

    Roadster 2-up and other questions from someone looking

    I never had any interest in a "cruiser" style bike until a few months ago. I'm heavily into the adventure bike thing and picked up a Tiger 800XC last fall. Love the bike, it is a great match for my riding-just finished the Idaho Backcountry Discovery Route a couple weeks ago-1400 miles of...
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