2013 Rocket 3 Touring should Buy used or new?

[cr0ft]

ooks like we just need some of those fancy outriggers!!

That would be one way to go, but also note how much further they slid compared to a controlled ABS braking stop. So you might stay upright with the outrigger, but only until that semi hit.

 

[cardinal93]

Agree with @cr0ft Get the ABS model. I assumed both the 13 and 14 came standard with it!

 

[R3Rider]

I too assumed that the 2013 R3T would be standard with ABS. My 2011 R3R has ABS standard.... and not that i've needed it (touch wood) but have played around with it a little and it is good to know it's there for peace of mind! Good luck with whatever choice you make, and welcome from Melbourne, Australia.

 

[Victor Chiappetta]

I too assumed that the 2013 R3T would be standard with ABS. My 2011 R3R has ABS standard.... and not that i've needed it (touch wood) but have played around with it a little and it is good to know it's there for peace of mind! Good luck with whatever choice you make, and welcome from Melbourne, Australia.

Thanks for all the great feedback guys.I will find out if the 13's have ABS or not.I was not aware of that discrepancy.We went and did a demo over the weekend and the wife actually had to admit that she really likes it.For me it was the most comfortable bike that I have ridden.Only issue is the heat that it throws.Man that was no joke on a steamy North Carolina afternoon but it was extremely hot out.
Have any of you found the heat to be an issue?The dealer came down to 14,800 out the door but I am pretty sure we can get it lower.They also were throwing is chrome highway pegs and a tall windshield since the wind was bothering my wife on the back.
I'll let yall know what happens.Sorry I didn't respond sooner,I only received 1 email notification and had no idea there were so many thoughtful replies.
Ride safe!

 

[Victor Chiappetta]

You should be able to get new 13 and 14 models cheaper than that. Check some other dealers around the country, if only for a bargaining tool. I know a dealer in Frederick who has a few old models that he would be happy to get rid of. Where in the USA are you? btw, you can add bags to a Roadster and make it tour very easily.

Located in Raleigh NC

 

[Victor Chiappetta]

I too think they are asking a little much for the '13. There is one here locally, for less.





http://www.empire-cycle.com/

At that price it may be worth it to buy and have shipped.

bob

WOW thanks,I'll check this out.

 

[Jag]

Abs has been a option since 2012. Funny thing my bikes sticker said it had abs installed and it did not, so I asked and received 700$ back off the price. Dealer was shocked I could tell that it did not have abs.

I told the dealer I was shocked that he could not tell!!

 

[Victor Chiappetta]

Abs has been a option since 2012. Funny thing my bikes sticker said it had abs installed and it did not, so I asked and received 700$ back off the price. Dealer was shocked I could tell that it did not have abs.

I told the dealer I was shocked that he could not tell!!

Good point!I feel like I knew more about the bike than the dealer but man some of these dealers have so many products.How can they know everything?ATV'S,Star Motorcycle,Honda Motorcycles,Triumph motorcycles and more that I can't remember I'm sure at this place.How can these sales guys possibly remember everything about each model?Thanks for the heads up.

 

[Jag]

Good point!I feel like I knew more about the bike than the dealer but man some of these dealers have so many products.How can they know everything?ATV'S,Star Motorcycle,Honda Motorcycles,Triumph motorcycles and more that I can't remember I'm sure at this place.How can these sales guys possibly remember everything about each model?Thanks for the heads up.

Yes most triumph dealers sell several different makes. Jack of all trades master of none! Look for a triumph flagship store (they only sell triumphs) they really know their bikes. I'm lucky there is one about 70 miles from me and they are top notch! Good luck!!

 

[idk]

If you have a choice between ABS and no-ABS bikes, buy the ABS one.

ABS isn't necessary 99.9% of the time, but that one time when you are surprised and panic and grab all the brakes it will save your life, and help you keep the rubber side down. Anyone can learn to brake beautifully when they have time to prepare to brake, it's what happens when you are surprised that's important.

This is what happens when they simulate that situation - a rider that panics (as we all can) and grabs all the brakes. On both bikes, the rider is squeezing as hard as he can. Only on one of them does he stay upright.

New bikes will also give you a 2-year warranty, that's nothing to sneeze at, in case the bike develops an issue.

It is interesting to note that when he rode with the outriggers, he turned the handlebars when he hit the brakes, but on the other one he kept them straight. Let me give you a hint, if you turn the handle bars, on a slippery road, under hard braking, then you will probably come off.