r3t

  1. Would really like pillion grab handles for an R3T

    For a number of reasons . . . SEEKING -- enterprising Rocket person with necessary design and fabrication skills, or who knows same, who could come up with grab handles for an R3T. Not only would my wife feel much more comfortable back there, it also is a way to attach extra stuff to the bike...
  2. R3T - which Optimate to choose

    I'm planning on getting an Optimate charger for my new 2015 R3T but I would like to get one that I can also use with my truck and SUV batteries. I'm a little confused about the features of all the different Optimate models they offer. It looks like I'll probably want an Optimate 5, or...
  3. Need R3T service manual.

    Sorry for this because I see that the manual has been sent to forum members but and I see references to checking signatures (?), etc., but I can't seem to find where (or who) to get the manual from. I need a R3T manual that would cover my 2015 R3T. If anyone can send me one, I would greatly...
  4. R3T Tires: Avon Cobras or Excedras.

    I'm interested in everyone's input. It's time for new tires. I got about 14,000KM on my stock Metzlers. I was thinking about going to the Avon Cobras or Michelin Exedras. I have a 2014 Triumph Rocket III Touring with the ECU unlocked, RamAir and TORS so a chunk more than stock power...
  5. Raising r3t

    What would be the advantages of raising the height on a r3t. Im 6 foot and just under 200 and the spouse is just under 140. Will handling get better? Will it ride smoother or will it just dork everything up?
  6. harley touring air shocks on a r3t

    Saw a set of harley touring air shocks on craigslist for not much money. Would they work on a r3t. Would it be an upgrade or a waste of time and effort?
  7. Dacey the 2011R3T and the Squid.

    Well I guess this is the reader's ride thread for Dacey and I.
  8. thread diameter and pitch on the 2011 R3T fuel cap

    so i am working with a machinist co-worker who is making a set of tool-less seat screws out of stainless to mimic the ones found for the Bonneville. and a fuel cap also out of stainless the bike is not where i can remove the fuel cap and still have fuel in it. and he is stuck on duty for today...
  9. Update on "unexpected" stall issue with new 15' R3T

    On previous posts, I've commented about my new R3T stalling during deceleration/down shifting. I recently installed the "stock and slip on" tune. (368). Bike came from the dealer with (367) installed. I've put a few hundred miles on the bike since the (368) install and it has not stalled once...
  10. Hi from Saskatchewan

    Just bought 2012 R3T the other day out in BC, 1400 km on it and the price was right. It was one of two bikes that I've wanted for awhile and I'm pretty sure after a short ride in rain and gusting 30 mph winds I'm going to love it. What I hate about it? It's in BC!! Had to store it my dad's as...
  11. CRUISE CONTROL FOR MY 2015 R3T

    I purchased the Australian McCruise Control shortly after I bought my bike but its been sitting on a shelf in the garage ever since. I just left Las Vegas for two weeks in the Philippines so I dropped the bike and the cruise unit at Freedom Cycle in Las Vegas to have it installed while I'm gone...
  12. Footpegs for R3T instead of floorboards

    Has anyone replaced their rider floorboards with footpegs? Personally prefer pegs over boards....any advice on replacement pegs appreciated. Cheers Ruddy
  13. Good by R3T

    I know I will never be happy about this but I sold the bike today it receive a good home the sales guy that sold me my bike bought it we could not come to a number on a trade but he asked if he could ride it I said sure he came back and said whats your bottom dollar I told him he said sounds...
  14. Towing Options for R3T

    I'm starting to tour for longer distances these days, and my wife is finally on board to travel via motorcycle. However, she has a strong tendency to bring a lot of crap with her, which is filling my tourpacks and saddlebags to the gills. I've started looking into towing with the R3T. What...
  15. R3T is not shifting

    My 2010 R3T is not shifting gears ,It is stuck in first gear and I can not get it to go into neutral at all. It will go into neutral if the engine is not running. When I get it going I can start shifting thru 2,3,4,5 but not every time ,and slowing down and stopping it will not go into neutral...
  16. For Sale SOLD Testing water for Touring Dual long haul with backrest

    I'm thinking of changing to a different seat and wanted to gauge interest on a touring longhaul seat with rider backrest. Retail setup is around $580 (current EBay listings for new) I'd sell for $350 plus shipping/pickup. Located in Mid TN.
  17. rear brake upgrade for 2010 non abs r3t

    So i have a 2010 r3t without abs. I changed to the high end pads and it still is very grabby and locks the rear wheel really bad. Im currently deployed to korea. Im trying to think what can be done to upgrade the brakes? Any suggestions?
  18. For Sale (Listed on eBay) Corbin Fairing R3T

    Sold I have decided to sell my Corbin Fairing in spite of how well I like the looks of it on my bike. Since I made my extra wind deflectors for my hands, I have decided I like the pocket I get better with my tall Cee Bailey windshield. I have listed it on eBay and since I am not sure how to...
  19. Soon to be R3Touring Cranberry owner in central Florida

    Hello everyone. I've been lurking awhile and now am getting ready to purchase a 15 Touring in Cranberry. I live in the central Florida area and just sold my 2013 Kawasaki C14 a few months back. Spent a lot of money trying to get it comfortable, but it never worked out. Wonderful bike though...
  20. I'm new to this forum. I have a new(old) 08 TR3T and a 01 VALK Interstate

    Hello everybody who is a Rocket III Touring cycling enthusiast. I have an "01 VALK with a Goodyear TripleTred size 205 55R16 on my RR and the suggested service/Operators manual Dunlop 150 60R17 on the FR. I live in Florida where it is mostly sunny, hot and wet. The TripleTred is perfect for...