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Buddy is doing one and the triple tree and frame gets stretched out I believe just under 5inches... overall bike height drops an inch or so as well...
Rocket trike..
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TOMCAT
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G'day Benny , was an Owner from Adelaide that had a really neat triked RIII.
You pencilled RDU into your dance card for October mate .. maybe a lap of Tassie with us too huh ???
You pencilled RDU into your dance card for October mate .. maybe a lap of Tassie with us too huh ???
BehereNow
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Although rake is normally a must, I read from an owner that the Rocket does not need it.
Here is what Motor trike says:
Motor Trike does not significantly increase the wheelbase length when installing a trike conversion onto a motorcycle. This preserves low-speed maneuverability similar to that of a two-wheel bike while still allowing the trike to handle and ride smoothly at any speed, without a rake kit.
Wheelbase length is the key - most conversions increase wheelbase length, requiring rake.
Here is what Motor trike says:
Motor Trike does not significantly increase the wheelbase length when installing a trike conversion onto a motorcycle. This preserves low-speed maneuverability similar to that of a two-wheel bike while still allowing the trike to handle and ride smoothly at any speed, without a rake kit.
Wheelbase length is the key - most conversions increase wheelbase length, requiring rake.
1olbull
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Their own literature states their wheelbase is 75 inches. This is 8 inches LONGER than a stock Touring.
I would say that is significant. The overall length is also increased 15.5 inches.
Just Saying . . .
BehereNow
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Yes, I see what you mean.
I've been lurking on the trike board for a couple of years, probably a thread about rake, but an actual user said no rake needed on the Rocket - grain of salt, who knows.
There are some early Rocket conversions up for sale, one or two a year, and from the photos looked to me like no rake, but many owners make that mistake and have to correct it later.
Rewaco gives very little information, like even wheel base.
If I find any solid information I'll check back.
Common sense says rake is a must, I agree on that.
I've been lurking on the trike board for a couple of years, probably a thread about rake, but an actual user said no rake needed on the Rocket - grain of salt, who knows.
There are some early Rocket conversions up for sale, one or two a year, and from the photos looked to me like no rake, but many owners make that mistake and have to correct it later.
Rewaco gives very little information, like even wheel base.
If I find any solid information I'll check back.
Common sense says rake is a must, I agree on that.
BehereNow
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Here is what Grinnall says about their conversions:
CNC aluminium billet double-clamp fork yokes provide carefully revised steering geometry. Trail is reduced, ensuring low cornering effort yet still guaranteeing fantastic high speed straight line stability. Maximised lock stops allow a tight turning circle. However, for difficult manoeuvres we have developed a unique electric reverse that drives a special hardened steel gearwheel mounted on the prop shaft. This also doubles up as the rear parking brake disc, that is fitted with a single inboard mechanical brake caliper which is cable operated from the parking brake lever. An additional battery mounted in a light alloy carrier ensures your day won’t be spoilt by having to push.
CNC aluminium billet double-clamp fork yokes provide carefully revised steering geometry. Trail is reduced, ensuring low cornering effort yet still guaranteeing fantastic high speed straight line stability. Maximised lock stops allow a tight turning circle. However, for difficult manoeuvres we have developed a unique electric reverse that drives a special hardened steel gearwheel mounted on the prop shaft. This also doubles up as the rear parking brake disc, that is fitted with a single inboard mechanical brake caliper which is cable operated from the parking brake lever. An additional battery mounted in a light alloy carrier ensures your day won’t be spoilt by having to push.
BehereNow
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I have well over 150k miles on two wheels, on and off over many years, none on three.
As I understand it, a side car requires much more skill than a trike. I like the idea of a sidecar, but, what is the learning curve like, anyone know?
I traditionally ride about 10k miles a year, so I'll have a lot of practice time.
Thanks
As I understand it, a side car requires much more skill than a trike. I like the idea of a sidecar, but, what is the learning curve like, anyone know?
I traditionally ride about 10k miles a year, so I'll have a lot of practice time.
Thanks
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I called a local trik shop by me that has a good name for builds he said if it where him he'd do the rake kit on the rocket but you dont have to my dad is looking at doing one not sure if he will but price out the door to do it was 11300 that was with mototrike and a few extras added not bad I dont think
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Just came across this...
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/4/185...-Trike-Launches-Triumph-Rocket-III-Trike.aspx
Anyone else a bit disappointed? I was hoping that Triumph was developing this in-house, and was to present something 'different'.
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/4/185...-Trike-Launches-Triumph-Rocket-III-Trike.aspx
Anyone else a bit disappointed? I was hoping that Triumph was developing this in-house, and was to present something 'different'.
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Big ask don't you think .. Rockets worldwide have got a very limited market . I'd imagine the market for a RIII trike would be miniscule .. lucky to even have an aftermarket trike option I reckon.
