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Hello All,
I just found this forum a couple days ago and have been reading the posts. Seems like a great group of people. Love the global flavor.
I am considering buying an R3R. I hope you all don't mind if I ask a few questions. If it is inappropriate for a non-owner to ask questions, please forgive me and ignore.
I currently ride a Yamaha Raider that I bought at the end of last summer. I'm having trouble making it comfortable for longer rides. I know the problem is me because many people rave about the comfort of the Raider. But I've tried two Corbin Dual-Tour seats (one standard and one custom measurements), a Corbin oval-back backrest, and a mod on the stock seat and still can't get the pain out of my tailbone and backside after a couple hours of riding. I feel like I'm trying to put a 10 gallon butt into a 5 gallon seat (I'm 6' 4" and 285 pounds). Do most of you find the R3 comfortable on long rides? Do your partners find the pillion comfortable? The most comfortable bike I've found so far has been the Harley Road King, but I just can't stand the lack of power.
I'm going to list out the other questions I have here. If I should break this in to separate posts just let me know. Or if there are just too many questions, please answer whatever you can and ignore the rest. I will greatly appreciate any input.
Is the R3 reliable? Nothing against you Brits, I spend about a week a month in England and love the place, but Triumph wasn't exactly known for making reliable cars. We have a dealer in Salt Lake but it's several hundred miles to another dealer. I don't want to be broken down in the middle of Nevada and not be able to find anyone to fix it. How does it compare to Harley's or metric bikes you've owned?
It doesn't appear that there is as much aftermarket support for the R3 as there is for the Raider. I suppose that's because it doesn't really need more power. Is there enough support to customize a bike?
How hard is it to switch out the handlebars for bars with more height and pullback?
I see that the guages appear to be mounted right to the risers or perhaps the triple-tree. Can aftermarket risers be used without screwing up the guages? That might be an easy way to get more height and pullback.
Is the chrome badge at the front of the fender removable without buying a new fender or destroying the looks? Personal preference but I like a smooth front fender.
What is a TOR? I've seen posts about an exhaust system but I can't find them as a manufacturer. Sorry if this is a stupid question.
I've seen some pics of R3's with three K&N filters underneath the bearclaw. Is that an easy mod? Where does one buy that kit?
Is the triple pretty smooth in highway riding? I like the air-cooled v-twin Raider motor but as much as it's balanced and rubber-mounted, it still vibrates pretty good at highway speeds. With the motor being part of the frame in the R3, is there a lot of vibration?
Are there any aftermarket (or even Triumph accessory) seats that are generally recommended for two-up riding? My Corbin Dual-Tours are too firm for our taste and we'd like a more plush touring seat.
Can the PC-V and Autotune I purchased for my Raider transfer over to the R3 or will I need to buy a new one?
Does anyone make aftermarket rear fenders for the R3?
Does anyone ever change the front wheel size? I can't find any aftermarket wheels. It seems like the R3 might look better with a larger front wheel. But I'm not sure if anyone even makes a compatible tire. Anyone tried this mod?
Can the dual headlights be swapped out for a single unit without too much hassle?
Any other factors any of you would consider before buying an R3?
Are there any other mods that most R3 owners make?
Thanks to any of you that will take the time to answer any of these questions. I will genuinely appreciate the feedback.
Ty
I just found this forum a couple days ago and have been reading the posts. Seems like a great group of people. Love the global flavor.
I am considering buying an R3R. I hope you all don't mind if I ask a few questions. If it is inappropriate for a non-owner to ask questions, please forgive me and ignore.
I currently ride a Yamaha Raider that I bought at the end of last summer. I'm having trouble making it comfortable for longer rides. I know the problem is me because many people rave about the comfort of the Raider. But I've tried two Corbin Dual-Tour seats (one standard and one custom measurements), a Corbin oval-back backrest, and a mod on the stock seat and still can't get the pain out of my tailbone and backside after a couple hours of riding. I feel like I'm trying to put a 10 gallon butt into a 5 gallon seat (I'm 6' 4" and 285 pounds). Do most of you find the R3 comfortable on long rides? Do your partners find the pillion comfortable? The most comfortable bike I've found so far has been the Harley Road King, but I just can't stand the lack of power.
I'm going to list out the other questions I have here. If I should break this in to separate posts just let me know. Or if there are just too many questions, please answer whatever you can and ignore the rest. I will greatly appreciate any input.
Is the R3 reliable? Nothing against you Brits, I spend about a week a month in England and love the place, but Triumph wasn't exactly known for making reliable cars. We have a dealer in Salt Lake but it's several hundred miles to another dealer. I don't want to be broken down in the middle of Nevada and not be able to find anyone to fix it. How does it compare to Harley's or metric bikes you've owned?
It doesn't appear that there is as much aftermarket support for the R3 as there is for the Raider. I suppose that's because it doesn't really need more power. Is there enough support to customize a bike?
How hard is it to switch out the handlebars for bars with more height and pullback?
I see that the guages appear to be mounted right to the risers or perhaps the triple-tree. Can aftermarket risers be used without screwing up the guages? That might be an easy way to get more height and pullback.
Is the chrome badge at the front of the fender removable without buying a new fender or destroying the looks? Personal preference but I like a smooth front fender.
What is a TOR? I've seen posts about an exhaust system but I can't find them as a manufacturer. Sorry if this is a stupid question.
I've seen some pics of R3's with three K&N filters underneath the bearclaw. Is that an easy mod? Where does one buy that kit?
Is the triple pretty smooth in highway riding? I like the air-cooled v-twin Raider motor but as much as it's balanced and rubber-mounted, it still vibrates pretty good at highway speeds. With the motor being part of the frame in the R3, is there a lot of vibration?
Are there any aftermarket (or even Triumph accessory) seats that are generally recommended for two-up riding? My Corbin Dual-Tours are too firm for our taste and we'd like a more plush touring seat.
Can the PC-V and Autotune I purchased for my Raider transfer over to the R3 or will I need to buy a new one?
Does anyone make aftermarket rear fenders for the R3?
Does anyone ever change the front wheel size? I can't find any aftermarket wheels. It seems like the R3 might look better with a larger front wheel. But I'm not sure if anyone even makes a compatible tire. Anyone tried this mod?
Can the dual headlights be swapped out for a single unit without too much hassle?
Any other factors any of you would consider before buying an R3?
Are there any other mods that most R3 owners make?
Thanks to any of you that will take the time to answer any of these questions. I will genuinely appreciate the feedback.
Ty