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  1. ChicagoRocket

    R3R vs 2023 BMW R1250GS Rally

    My old riding buddy recently traded his k1600b in on a 2023 R1250GS. He swore up and down that his new GS was going to give my rocket a run for it's money and most likely beat it. Having owned many boxer BMW's before I knew he was nuts to even think that...lol. Needless to say we rode most...
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    Top speed (gear limited)

    Anyone know what the rockets top speed is rpm limited to in 6th gear? I hit 143mph yesterday around 6500rpm in 5th gear. I would assume around 160-170mph would be the top speed. Anyone done it?
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    Triumph Diagnostic Tool to enable QS

    Is there an alternative to use other than the triumph diagnostic tool to activate my quickshifter on my r3? dealers are several weeks out, i installed the QS myself and all I need to do is activate it using the triumph diagnostic tool. i looked through tune ecu and didn't see anything...does...
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    Initial Performance Numbers

    Hi Gang, Posted this on FB as well. Dragy testing the r3 for the first time. Lots to improve on and here is my initial thoughts. 1. Traction control was coming on in 1-2-3 gears. 2. The quick shifter is badly needed since the rev range happens in a blink of an eye. I will turn...
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    Heated Grips Install (part A9638304)

    My heated grips kit will be coming tomorrow. Can anyone guide me on install instructions? I know they are plug and play but curious on taking the grips off etc. Thank you.
  6. ChicagoRocket

    Back on a 2500 Rocket...

    Hi Gang, Happy to announce I am back on a rocket 3. 2023 Rocket 3 R Chrome Edition. I should have her delivered tomorrow or Saturday...will post pics. Only plans are QS and Bren Tune. Really wish they would have updated the tiny TFT by now...but still the one from 2020. Happy to be back!
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    **SOLD** 2020 Rocket 3 GT

    Hi Gang! I am floating around the idea of selling my 2020 R3 GT. Before putting it on fleabay or attempting to sell local I wanted to share it here first. As some of you know I have 2 bikes and LOVE having 2 bikes but the truth is I don't ride my bikes very often and I cannot enjoy them both...
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    Enter The Kawasaki Zed H2...

    Well gang as some of you know I had a 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 with full Akra exhaust to compliment the R3 GT. It was a great great bike, no real complaints other than the riding position and heat. I decided that I wanted to sell it and get something with more comfort but still tons of...
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    Did the first service...

    Took me about an hour. Manual describes the oil change process perfectly. My bike took 4.5 liters with filter. The shaft drive fluid took about 5 minutes. Hardly any fluid used to fill the shaft. Half a liter maybe. used motul for oil and gear fluid change.
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    Sold my Repsol and got....

    A beautiful 226hp Ducati v4. Has the full akra system which sounds amazing! The rocket is jealous but happy to have an Italian sibling. Pics...
  11. ChicagoRocket

    Quick Shifter Installed R3 GT

    Finally got the quick shifter installed on my GT today. Very impressed, definitely worth the money! Took the dealer about 90 minutes to install and program.
  12. ChicagoRocket

    2020 Rocket runs 10.5@126 stock!!!

    As I predicted, it is a mid to high 10 second bike out of the box. Incredible performance for any bike let alone a cruiser! Rickey Gadson And The Triumph Rocket 3 R
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    Motul on the new rocket...

    Hi Gang, I used fully synthetic motul on my old rockets (2300) and it made a massive difference on smoothness, vibration etc. Has anyone used motul on the new rockets as well? I will be doing my first service soon and am strongly considering using motul. Shaft fluid as well.
  14. ChicagoRocket

    2500cc Photo Shoot

    A few more pics of my GT...such a stunning bike! Wife has already complained i'm paying more attention to the bike than her...haha.
  15. ChicagoRocket

    Great Race on my GT today and a guess on it's 1/4 mile time!

    My friend who owns a 2016 Corvette Z06 wanted a go at my rocket gt today. We raced from a dig, which I knew would be a major advantage for me considering his traction issues in the vette. I steadily pulled on him up to about 130mph by about 3 car lengths. I have no idea what the GT is...
  16. ChicagoRocket

    The animal has arrived!

    Hi Gang, Last weekend I went and finally saw the new R3 GT. Immediatly fell in love. I had 3 gen 1 rockets as well over the years and always loved them! Anyways, made the deal on monday! HA. I did opt for the quickshifter, which will hopefully be installed next week. Put over 100 miles on...
  17. ChicagoRocket

    Triumph Quickshifter Kit

    Hi Gang, Picking up my new 2020 R3 GT today and I wanted to inquire about adding the quickshifter. Does anyone know a part number for that? How tough is install? I see some of you have had your dealer install, just curious why...thanks!
  18. ChicagoRocket

    Thinking about getting a new R3 GT...

    Hi Gang, Been awhile. I am seriously considering getting a new R3GT. The one I am going to look at has heated grips, cruise. No quickshifter. I would be trading my 2020 BMW R1250RS Exclusive. I love the beemer, but I miss having a cruiser. I have a 2016 Honda Repsol 1000RR as well, so I...
  19. ChicagoRocket

    A wonderful gift from New Zealand today!

    Look what I got in the mail today!!! Ooh baby. Installing now. Few questions. 1. Where does the little black piece and clamp go?? 2. What size wrench do I need to pull the sensor off the exhaust? So pumped.
  20. ChicagoRocket

    Touch up paint for black TORS

    Anybody know what the exact color is for touch up paint on a black set of TORS? I have a couple of small scratches I would like to touch up but am not sure of the exact color...I know its some sort of flat black... Please let me know and thanks!
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