1olbull New In The House

[1olbull]

Second day here and I just discovered this thread. From Tacoma, WA - been riding motor 60 years (Dad was an Indian dealer) - reconstruct collisions for a living - In 2004 I chose between new models Rocket and V2K. I now have 78K on my V2K and diving into my second top end rebuild - now seriously looking to get a new motor - The R3. My V2K experiences have learned me to research the issues BEFORE laying down the moola.

Been a ROG and Delphi Rogue forum member since 04 and I am very impressed with the hospitality I see on this forum.
Very Best Regards,
1olbull

 

[STRIPES]

Welcome bull. Get your self some R3. You will never regret it.

 

[mexican]

Welcome Bull, buy a rocket and you will not need to rebuild every 35k miles

 

[CanberraR3]

Welcome to the forum. Hope we can help you make the right decision.
Post some pics of the V2K.

 

[JohnnyCanuck]

Welcome from Canada! This site has loads of great information. You'll never regret buying a Rocket but you might regret not buying it.

 

[1olbull]

dear canberra,
you asked for it, Amigo:
http://pic100.picturetrail.com:80/VOL1554/9845825/24088840/402119590.jpg
http://pic100.picturetrail.com:80/VOL1554/9845825/24088840/402471394.jpg
http://pic100.picturetrail.com:80/VOL1554/9845825/24088840/402471599.jpg
the last is my back patch ;-}

Thanks all for the warm welcome. I think it's time to start talking turkey with some dealers. I know already air, pipes and fuel controller are mandatory. A removable windshield and bags also.

a couple questions if I may:
can floor boards with the original R3 ergos be added?
does anybody here run apes?
Best Regards,
1olbull

 

[TheKid]

Welcome to the site you O'l Bull. I don't think you will regret buying a Rocket. The one with hardbags ( Touring ) is not as fast as the other one, but plenty of torque. I like the sound of the TORS ( Triumph Off Road Silencers ), and I have them on my 2010 R3T.
Lots to learn and these guys have answers for almost anything concerning
a Rocket. Apehangers??? I think I saw some, somewhere. Do a search.
Cya, Kid

 

[CanberraR3]

That's a mean looking mutha. Love the patch!

There are 2 types of boards you can run. Classic boards sit a bit flatter and lower than the Standard boards. There was a set for sale on here a while ago I think. If you're buying a Roadster there are some issues with fitment of the older boards/pegs but not impossible. You might be able to do a swap with someone.

If you look through the Gallery you'll see all types of bars.

 

[sweettennbabe]

Welcome Bull. Enjoy the site and the "bull" that gets shot around

 

[64Herald]

Welcome If you want to smile all the time your riding get a Rocket