Next Gen Rocket 3 spied

[bcar00]

Maybe they will reroute the rear brake line on this model and get rid of the rear brake issue

I've been really upset with Triumph over my non-functional rear brake, then my Ducati started having the same issue. Turns out more new bikes than ours have this issue. Ours may be worse than most, but the simple fact that the ABS module has to be higher than either the master or slave cylinders, is a situation you can't get around (unfortunately).

 

[Dr.D]

Maybe they will reroute the rear brake line on this model and get rid of the rear brake issue

Yes let's fix the issues before adding a bunch of electrical crap. I do not need adaptive cruise control at all. I watch the vehicles infront of me and drive my own machine. I do need brakes. More fuel range would be a lot nicer than some new warning lights.

 

[Jhortz]

Thanks, I hate it.

 

[Gregger]

As much as I like the looks of the Gen 2 model along with the 2500cc bragging rights, I still prefer my Gen 1 ride. Bigger gas tank (24 liters - 6 US gallons), better luggage options, windshield options, passenger seats, backrests and is easier to work on (except for rear tire change). I know that the newer model has more power, is lighter, handles better, has cruise and appears to have a more reliable tranny/engine combo but routine maintenance looks a bit onerous. I'm also not a big fan of all the electronics along with the fact that I live over 8 hours from the nearest dealer... I'm getting to that age that I don't really like rolling the dice with warranty issues. The analog system on the Gen 1 model is perfect for me since I do all my own maintenance.

Concerning the "New Spied Rocket" it looks like another slight change the way the Classic morphed into a Roadster...

 

[Mighty Mouse]

I agree Gregger. I find myself missing my 14 Rocket. I had it Dynoed in perfectly and it rode great. I saw the new 2020 and had to have it so I sold the 2014 Rocket. I’m just one of the unlucky guys that has had a number of issues with my 2020 Rocket. The rear brake is the main reason I’m a tad upset. The rear brake has to be bled every year regardless of how many miles I put on it. I’m due again and will make an appointment to have it done and I’m thinking about having a speed shifter put on it. This will be my 4th bleed but in reality I should have had it done 6 months ago. I always stretch it out. Even though the dealer isn’t too far away it pisses me off they refuse to find a permanent fix.

 

[Van_R3Rider]

I agree Gregger. I find myself missing my 14 Rocket. I had it Dynoed in perfectly and it rode great. I saw the new 2020 and had to have it so I sold the 2014 Rocket. I’m just one of the unlucky guys that has had a number of issues with my 2020 Rocket. The rear brake is the main reason I’m a tad upset. The rear brake has to be bled every year regardless of how many miles I put on it. I’m due again and will make an appointment to have it done and I’m thinking about having a speed shifter put on it. This will be my 4th bleed but in reality I should have had it done 6 months ago. I always stretch it out. Even though the dealer isn’t too far away it pisses me off they refuse to find a permanent fix.

Hey @Mighty Mouse : I am sorry to hear about your rear brake situation. Can't imagine that Triumph hasn't been able to figure a fix in last 6 years. Now back to your comment about missing your 14 Rocket: I had a similar regret when I bought a 2020 Rocket 3 GT after selling my 2014 R3R. I missed my R3R. There is something about the character of the previous gen that you miss. Long story short: I sold my 2020 R3 GT and bought a 2012 R3R. Rightaway, I had buyer's remorse due to the fact that the 2012 R3R felt like a pig, gear shifts were pretty agriculture. Fuel range was more or less same even though it had a bigger fuel tank. It felt top heavy and hard to move around. Result: I sold it within 3 months and i am back on a 2025 R3 GT Storm.

 

[Mighty Mouse]

I’m not going back to the first Gen Rockets I just miss my 2014 and wish I would have kept it. I’m pretty sure I’ll keep my 2020 but it has been 6 years so who knows. Maybe a 2027 Rocket is next up? Hummm.

 

[Jhortz]

The fact that i can't part with my Roadster is the only reason I don't own a new Rocket, so I've decided I'm going to own both. But the Roadster just cost me the best part of 5 grand to fix so the goal just got a little further away

 

[Nungers]

As much as I like the looks of the Gen 2 model along with the 2500cc bragging rights, I still prefer my Gen 1 ride. Bigger gas tank (24 liters - 6 US gallons), better luggage options, windshield options, passenger seats, backrests and is easier to work on (except for rear tire change). I know that the newer model has more power, is lighter, handles better, has cruise and appears to have a more reliable tranny/engine combo but routine maintenance looks a bit onerous. I'm also not a big fan of all the electronics along with the fact that I live over 8 hours from the nearest dealer... I'm getting to that age that I don't really like rolling the dice with warranty issues. The analog system on the Gen 1 model is perfect for me since I do all my own maintenance.

Concerning the "New Spied Rocket" it looks like another slight change the way the Classic morphed into a Roadster...

Totally agree with you Gregger. When people ask me do I like the new R3, I say "yes I do, BUT, if somebody offered me a brand new R111 or a brand new R3, I would take the R111"
I still have my old Roadster and just can't see it out the door yet. 200k on the clock and still purrs. Like you I dont like all the electronics, be it bike or car. I dont like the bike telling me how to ride. I had a new Tiger 1200 for a short time and sold it mainly due to electronics (and it was too tall for me).
I did solve the small tank issue, I had the tank widened and now holds over 24Ltr, range of 482km

 

[Idaho Red Rocket 3]

Yes let's fix the issues before adding a bunch of electrical crap. I do not need adaptive cruise control at all. I watch the vehicles infront of me and drive my own machine. I do need brakes. More fuel range would be a lot nicer than some new warning lights.

I'm with Dr.D. Make the bits we already have work right and more fuel capacity.