That's a great welcome! Thanks all. Just picked up my Rocket today - WOW!! Like nothing I've ever ridden. First impressions after just 1 day (and a brief test ride at Eddys in Leeds - who've been great with me so far)
Weight: it's heavy, but once above 2 or 3 mph - it feels normal.
Power: Not gone mad so far but yes it's going to be quick. I LOVE the grunt - incredible.
Riding position: Never had a crusier style before but already adjusting to it. Had a few "feet pawing mid air" moments after pulling away - those controls a bit further forward than I'm used to!
Suspension: Hmm, leat favourite bit. Was expecting bouncy on bad rounds and have got it. Better on most roads than I was expecting but am definitely going to have to change the shocks.
Brakes: Great, not scary but surprisingly effective. Rear feels a bit strong but I'll soon adjust.
Gearbox: Much better than I expected, still notchy and clanking in places but in a few thou it will be much better still I'm sure.
Style: Jaw dropping, I still can't stop going out to the garage and looking at it. Have started the chrome polishing already, the results are stupendous. I think my usual winter riding will demand a lot of elbow grease though to keep on top of it.
But what I didn't expect, what's really got me captivated, is just how I feel riding the Rocket. It just feels such a special bike, with that great crucufix type riding position and such a crazy big engine at your disposal. Already the bike has had more attention than any other I've had and I kind of like that too. I can't think of a bike that made me feel this good about it, warts and all. I'm impressed.
Enjoy the weekend folks, there's riding to be done.....
P.
PS Here's the beast: