Hi from Moscow, Russia

[Paul Bryant]

I have an 06 model so no ABS, no problem what so ever, mind you I am a skilled rider.

 

[1olbull]

How crucial is ABS on R3R? Is it a must-have or a nice-to-have? There are a lot of attractive pre-2010 Rockets for sale, at very good prices.

YES!
Fred just hasn't had a close enough call yet.
Testing has shown that ABS will yield the average rider .75g or more compared to .55g to .60g.
In real world speak, an emergency stop from 60 mph will take 160 feet compared to 218 feet!
That 58 feet could make a HUGE difference!

 

[Rocket Scientist]

WELL, I'd buy a newer one but it looks like the tranny falls out of those.

 

[Jag]

Mavreg, That guy in the video is an idiot. He claims the bike became sluggish due to a rocker cover gasket leak? By the way he called it a head gasket. He doesn't know the difference between a rocker or valve cover to a cylinder head. He also isn't telling you how many burn outs and hole shots he is doing. If he had to replace the clutch at 8K miles he isn't riding it correctly. 3 rear tires in less than 15K sounds like he is hammering the s%$t out of it. I ride my 2011 R3R hard and replaced the original Metzler around 10K with an Avon Cobra. As far as brakes go, I cant imagine what this nitwit is doing to cause premature wear other than constant hard braking.

There are a lot of experts on you tube that have never ridden a tricycle let alone a gasoline powered two wheel creature such as the mighty Rocket. Google some of the motorcycle magazines for a real review. This guy is a turd.

I am not making a dime on your Rocket purchase but I enthusiastically recommend you at least take a good long test ride on one. You will not be disappointed.

That guys the reason I would never buy a used rocket!!! Or any other used high performance machine!! To many fn idiots with more money than brains!!!

 

[IMFASTTOO]

... definitely not recommended if you want optimal, nimble handling in an urban riding environment, unless you value parking the bike on flat and level surfaces without using the kickstand more than your own personal safety, quick handling and optimal responsiveness!

AND you dont want a flat when using a car tire as it doesnt fit the rim correctly and will come of the bead and can cause a crash

 

[Mavreg]

I have found the bike I want. 2014, 3600 miles on it, looks good, the price is good too. The bike was imported from the US. Please see photos.

There is a scratch on the bottom of the engine. Is it something I should worry about?

What is your overall impression?

 

[Gregger]

The previous owner probably drove over a speed bump of some kind and scraped the sump. If it isn't cracked and not leaking it should be fine. Tires look fine from my vantage point. The bags are on backwards though. I hate the look of the floorboards on the passenger position. My preference is pegs. You could always sell them. Depending on price it looks fine and should give you years of service and ........ a perpetual grin.

 

[TURBO200R4]

it looks ok but it took a big hit which might make the pan seal leak. i would check the pan bolts to make sure they r tight and keep a look out to make sure it is not leaking. my guess would be that is what happens when u drive over a curb.

 

[Mavreg]

Was worried about it too. I had a look at the bike today. It does not seem to be leaking. The auction's report does not mention leaking either.
Here is a better picture. What do you think, Turbo200R4?

Anyone else, any thoughts? Otherwise the bike looks just perfect. I need to decide today.

 

[TURBO200R4]

i deal with broken aluminium transmission cases a lot. i would not let this little hit stop me from buying this bike. if it does seep oil u can drop the pan and clean it up and put some JBWELD on it. not a problem.