New to the Rocket family

In NZ we only use RON as a measure, nothing else & no Ethanol gas either, no E10 or E85, nothing. So it's easy for me, book says 95 so that's what I use. Other countries have different standards & fuels, so guess ya just use that which suits your profile best.
 
That's a great bike. I was thinking to do the same upgrades but then saw a deal for a used Rocket...
As you say the Rocket is a bit more of everything. But it is very smooth. With the Bobber, I was careful revving it if there were dogs or kids around, b/c it had a very angrysnarl,
Actually the suspension on the Rocket is what I appreciate first and then the power/torque. I am getting more comfortable with it's wider profile with things like going around the barrier arm gate at work. Eventually to lanefilter (legal in CA) I also plan to add side panniers for some light touring. It's silly but I feel the bobber looks less nice w/ the lockable panniers but I don't mind the Rocket w/ luggage.
 
Relatively low compression engines don't need premium gas.
 
RDS75 said:
Thanks; I am running a tank of premium now and don't see any difference for better or worse. Of course who knows if they had filled it with premium. Perhaps next time I'll try midgrade.
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Thats what I use.
 
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