Rear suspension

[MrPix]

R3GT 2020 Suspension adjustment for 100Kg rider

Front Compression
Screw clockwise all way in , then turn out 2 full turns

Front Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 2.75 turns out

Rear Compression
Screw clockwise all way in then turnout 3 full turns

Rear Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 3.5 turns out

Rebound 10 clicks out from compressed spring

Removing the back guard and remount number plate behind seat will help.
If still have problems with those aussie roads may have to wait for aftermarket rear shocks or carbon fibre wheels

That's very close to where I've ended up at 98Kg

 

[bloodnut]

That's very close to where I've ended up at 98Kg

and how is it ?

 

[MrPix]

and how is it ?

very good.. a bit 'skippy' on uneven surfaces under full acceleration, but I live in an eneven world! R with GT seat and bars, mid pegs, no pillion ever! BTW

 

[R3RM]

R3GT 2020 Suspension adjustment for 100Kg rider

Front Compression
Screw clockwise all way in , then turn out 2 full turns

Front Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 2.75 turns out

Rear Compression
Screw clockwise all way in then turnout 3 full turns

Rear Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 3.5 turns out

Rebound 10 clicks out from compressed spring

Removing the back guard and remount number plate behind seat will help.
If still have problems with those aussie roads may have to wait for aftermarket rear shocks or carbon fibre wheels

After first maintenance, I still don't feel the need to change the original settings of my R for a pilot weight of 80 kg and for dynamic "roadster" riding on small and twisty roads. I find it comfortable enough even after a full day trip (with stops including lunch) and it keeps the road like on a track

 

[JPHDT]

Out of preload of the spring which is the most important one, there are many possible combinations of adjustments regarding suspension on this Rocket .
Each rider will find his best adjustment according to: weight, height, riding, road used, ....
The best improvement for me, on my GT, was:
- addition of 1"1/2 foam on the rider's seat
- change footrest from GT position to R position

IMO comfort has not been improved in comparison with the Rocket 3 issued 15 years ago. Moreover at that time, it was possible to change spring, or full rear suspension for a better aftermarket one in less than one hour....

However, I do not think that anybody has bought a Rocket 3 TFC, R or GT for its comfort

 

[Gutterman]

I have the R with GT bars.... perfect combo.... GT with R pegs... perfect combo... they ought to do a RGT or GTR!

Did you fit the bars yourself ? If so is it easy?

 

[MrPix]

Did you fit the bars yourself ? If so is it easy?

I did, but got stuck on the bleeding procedure... it stumped the dealership too, until they read the service manual. There are bleed screws in the master cylinders which needed bleeding after the normal procedure.... once we knew that, it was all done. Where are you based?

 

[Gutterman]

I did, but got stuck on the bleeding procedure... it stumped the dealership too, until they read the service manual. There are bleed screws in the master cylinders which needed bleeding after the normal procedure.... once we knew that, it was all done. Where are you based?

Near Kettering

 

[bloodnut]

If the new R3R has an Archilles heel, IMO, it is the rear suspension.
If find that unless the road surface is smooth it is hard, even life threatening to unleash its full power in the lower gears! Furthermore the harshness of the rear end is always the limiting factor in trying to maintain a good pace on a bumpy but flowing back road and I struggle to maintain pace with other well ridden dual sport type bikes.
I fully understand the difference between the rear suspension on a dual sport v a “cruiser” however despite playing around with the rear suspension adjustments, I cannot get any sort of suspension compliance that is even half acceptable.
I would love to know if there are any alternative rear suspension alternatives on the market yet or if anybody has a secret formula of adjustment that they would be willing to share.

Just to make it clear, there is no problem if the roads you ride are smooth and your ride pace is gentle to even brisk. But if you are charging around bumpy back roads at speed, the limitations become painfully obvious!

don't give up just yet , somewhere i put the required setting on a post ( it's there but i can't find it ) but you must adjust both front and rear shocks and they need at least 1000Ks to run in . your shocks should end up firm without the pain when you hit a aussie bump
if you cant find my post let me know and ill put on again

 

[bloodnut]

If the new R3R has an Archilles heel, IMO, it is the rear suspension.
If find that unless the road surface is smooth it is hard, even life threatening to unleash its full power in the lower gears! Furthermore the harshness of the rear end is always the limiting factor in trying to maintain a good pace on a bumpy but flowing back road and I struggle to maintain pace with other well ridden dual sport type bikes.
I fully understand the difference between the rear suspension on a dual sport v a “cruiser” however despite playing around with the rear suspension adjustments, I cannot get any sort of suspension compliance that is even half acceptable.
I would love to know if there are any alternative rear suspension alternatives on the market yet or if anybody has a secret formula of adjustment that they would be willing to share.

Just to make it clear, there is no problem if the roads you ride are smooth and your ride pace is gentle to even brisk. But if you are charging around bumpy back roads at speed, the limitations become painfully obvious!

• Sep 26, 2020
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R3GT 2020 Suspension adjustment for 100Kg rider

Front Compression
Screw clockwise all way in , then turn out 2 full turns

Front Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 2.75 turns out

Rear Compression
Screw clockwise all way in then turnout 3 full turns

Rear Rebound
Screw clockwise all way in then turn 3.5 turns out

Rebound 10 clicks out from compressed spring