2013 Rocket 3 Touring should Buy used or new?

Bob R said:
ooks like we just need some of those fancy outriggers!!
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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.
 
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!
 


Located in Raleigh NC
 
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.
 


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!!
 
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.
 
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