As it's been mentioned here many times before , there are many Rockets out there and major problems have been had by a relatively small percentage . We just get to hear about the bad ones , as this is a Rocket Forum ! A design classic that broke the mould and is no longer produced . The fewer that are around , the more desirable they are becoming . Imho anyone who owns a Rocket is riding a future investment , especially the way their value is currently increasing . I am adamant that one day , all those owners who sold their bikes because of anticipation of a breakdown , are going to be saying , heck I wish I still had it ?
We are lucky enough to own an absolute future super classic . Anything mechanical can and often does go wrong , just keep the breakdown insurance up to date and start a hedge fund to deal with the worse , should it happen ? Glean the excellent information from the knowledgeable members here and know , if it breaks it can be fixed . However that may hit you financially , one day in the not too distant future , the price of a tidy , well maintained R3 will certainly compensate for monies spent . Rockets are not just a motorcycle , they are a way of life and I for one have no doubt , no matter how much trouble mine may or may not give me , it is absolutely , certainly , definitely staying mine !