Just bought a 2008 Rocket

Rolls-Hog

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Location
New Richmond, OHIO
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2008 Rocket III Touring
It’s time to say, “hey.” Last week I brought home my Rocket. I have a 2014 Bonneville, emmissions crap removed, remapped, etc. Rode to the Smokies with friends on Harley cruisers and after nine hours on I75 I decided it was time for a cruiser (well, my poor sore butt did). I did have the best time on the curves though. I considered everything except Rockets, but was attracted by the used price. Man, am I glad I did! I’m not a great mechanic, but checked it out for fluids, loose stuff, leaks and TuneECU. Solid so far. I was looking to see if there was a power receptacle and found a switch. Push it? Why not? The thing has green led bling under the tank! Stylin’ now!
 
Welcome from SE Tennessee. I have not been on the Dragon for years, (funny how when you live near, you don't go), but I think you will love your Rocket. Looks from the picture to be the Touring? As you can see from my avatar, my touring bike is my Indian, so obviously when I went Rocket hunting, I went for the Roadster.

Triumph makes great bikes. They sell well in the US, but supply is somewhat limited. My dealer here in Chattanooga, Pandora Motorsports, sells a bunch of Triumphs of all models. But they only get one Rocket at a time. Not because they can't sell them, but because that is all they are allowed at a time.

Only thing it takes getting used to on the Roadster is getting that huge back tire around tight corners. Have to use strong eyes and hands technique, and a little body thrown in!
 
Welcome from Scotland.
 
Welcome aboard Rolls. You'll fine everything you could wish to know on here and fantastic load of members too.
 
Welcome! The Rocket is truly one of a kind. Ive owned and still own different bikes. Nothing ive ever ridden makes me feel this good every time I sit atop of her!
 
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