Hi from Moscow, Russia

[mr hunt]

It is a very easy bike to ride slowly...very well balanced. Also the brakes are quite good, she is just a big heavy bike so won't stop as quickly as your CB did.

 

[rocketjohn]

Buy the rocket, you know you want to!

 

[1olbull]

WELCOME Mavreg from WA State!
I think you be our first Rusky, at least that I am aware of.
From avatar you look young and aggressive.
Go for the the Roadster - it can do all the Touring can do plus better handling and performance.
My 2 rubles worth . . .

 

[Paul Bryant]

Welcome from New Zealand Mavreg.

 

[TRIIICK]

Welcome..I think everyone feels the way you do at first. Once you become one with the bike you'll never look back. I think the only thing that would worry me is being able to service and getting parts in Russia. I don't have a clue what your countries connection could be with the Triumph dealers. Even here in the states finding a dealer on long hauls can be challenging....

 

[Clay]

Welcome from one of the Aussie's. Really hot here at the moment round 40 degrees celcius. So no cold weather Rocket advice from me. They are much more manageable at low speed than their size and appearance implies. Like others have said you just need to stay respectful with it and you will be really suprised.

 

[Nat67]

Hey Mavrek .
The rocket roadster WILL change your motorcycling life for sure ! Would be interested in knowing how many Rockets are in Russia ? There is also the fact that this must , without doubt be the best and most informative motorcycling forum in the entire world ! From learning all there is to know about the bikes , to pyromaniac birds in Australia , to the best fizzy drink in Scotland . We have it all here !

 

[1K9]

Hi from Russia everyone!
This is gonna be my forth motorcycle year. I have just sold by Honda CBF1000 which was OK but nothing specialm and I am considering buying a Rocket 3 Roadster now. My soul wants it badly, but my mind tells me that I must be crazy. Riding a motorcycle is a lifestyle for me, I start in March right after the last snow melts and continue riding thoughout summer and autumn until average daily temperatures fall below zero degrees C, in November. I ride about 20k km per season, daily around 50km in terrible Moscow traffic, splitting lanes (as all Moscow bikers do) and a couple of longer travels per year, like 5-7k km each.
The doubts that I have are: (i) as the bike is too powerful and heavy, you can hardly ride it when it becomes cold (<7-10 degrees C), an inaccurate twist of throttle may lead to falling down because of insufficient rear wheel contact, and also when overtaking over vehicles, in bad weather conditions etc. (ii) the bike is too heavy for bad traffic, (iii) the bike is not suitable enough for longer travels, (iv) wobbling and mediocre brakes.

Everybody is trying to talk me out of buying it (they say it could be my second bike in the garage at best, not the first one), but I want this bike badly! Roadster, not touring. Please help me dispel those doubts! Thank you!

The CB1000 is a great bike. The riding position in the RIII is similar but more laid back and not as tall. As far as your questions; The bike is not too powerful and heavy. The throttle response is linear and true and bike's weight balances easy between the legs. You will be able to overtake almost any bike with of without downshifting in your RPMs are @ 2500. Get a set of crash bars to protect the bike if you have to lay it down.

The brakes are true and accurate. The rear brake is very effective. You can carry a set of pads in a long trip and changes them in minutes with simple tools.

The only way this bike will wobble is if you intentionally shake the handlebars. As to long rides, I have done several 400-450 mile days comfortably. You will need a tall windshield. As to lane splitting, the bike is wide and so are the handlebars. It is no Ninja 650 or Sportster. You will need to watch your narrow lanes carefully. You look like a young strong Russian and should have no problem handling the R3. I'm a 62 y/o and have to use finesse with mine but do OK.

The price to horse power ratio is favorable. The fun factor is high. The bike makes riders grin of pleasure. Here's a few examples.

 

[Boog]

Hello Mavreg and welcome from Virginia. The R3R is a great bike for the things you just mentioned. While I ride the R3T, I know that the Roadsters can do all things well. No wobbles, very good brakes and maneuverability but is wide when it comes to splitting traffic. I ride down to -17C so far with now problems on the road. I do not ride on snow and ice though. Biggest issue so far is starting the bike in the cold. But once started, it loves taking a long, deep breath of cold air. Twisting the throttle is all about control, anyone can master it.
If you buy the R3R as a second bike, I bet you a shot of the best Vodka that it will become your main bike in the first week. Go for it.

 

[MikeDeY]

Hello from a rider who's had his Rocket all over the US, Hawaii and Germany! The only issue I could see with your riding style is that the Rocket is quite a bit wider than the bikes you're used to splitting lanes with. Other than that, the Rocket will Rock your world!!