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I've done lots of Japanese bikes and the Triumph is so much easier.

I did this in my 'Batwing' video to convert from the 2 headlight configuration to a single light but I didn't video it. It's a very basic process. Not much to document.

Love it! It works extremely well. I had the Triumph screen before this which was nice as it is wide but a bit of an eyesore to be honest. Definitely better wind protection. I'm tall at 6'3" (188 cm) so I see over the top of the screen so I ended up adding those windscreen clip ons at the top and my helmet has no more buffeting.

@@bharrison awesome, I’m glad to hear it! This encourages me to continue the pursuit. Thanks!

If you don't have a lift you can use a vehicle. In a pinch I've pulled bikes up to the rocker panel and used the vehicle's wheels as tie down points for the straps. The bike won't go anywhere and you can use a standard automotive jack to lift it once it's tied down.

First of all - why would I polish something that has zero pitting and is clean? Second, you obviously don't understand the Rocket forks. They do not require bleeding like Japanese suspension. Maybe do some research before putting in your worthless 2 cents?

Happy it helped! Anything else you would like to see?

@bharrison yes ,I want to see you do a wheelie on that big heavy monster just kidding about that I wouldn't have the courage to try that either lol. More video about motorcycle is always fun ,I don't care about which brand. I'm doing a rewiring job on a victory right now ,and then giving it away I'm trying to get better at reading wiring diagrams and making harnesses for my main project a vmax. So any wiring videos or more fork videos would be cool. Also I'm about to replace my rear shocks on my truimph I haven't replaced rear shocks before so if you have a video on that, it'd be awesome.

@@thedood4713 I definitely don't have the cajones to pull off any wheelies at my age!! 🤣🤣Maybe I'm too smart for that?? I've done a few wiring jobs myself. Hardest was converting an older 6 volt Suzuki to a 12 volt. I'd really like to try to wire up different guages since these guages tend to stop working and there are no replacements. I'll try to make it my winter project!

@bharrison I'm trying a new digital gauge ,I'll let you know if it's worth the 600 dollar price tag lol. I'm also trying some universal gauges Revival cycles has some cool wiring kits for m.o. blue unit ,I'm going to try an efi swap a old carb bike and see how that goes hopefully not too bad.

@@thedood4713 Definitely let me know! I've done a few of the cheap Chinese gauges which work but take some time since they never have instructions. I like the sounds of the digital gauge. Sounds exactly what I'm looking for.

Yes, you can. The oil level specified for Rocket III and Classic forks is 89 mm from the upper surface of the fork outer tube, with the springs removed and the fork fully compressed.​ Hope that helps!

Regarding the spinning damper rod bolt, if the oil does not leak then can the tire be reassembled and bike ridden until the bolt is eventually removed with the proper tool?

Hmmm. A few comments that it just spins when taking it out but not putting it back together. Have you tried an impact tool? Is the entire fork back together or just the inside spring assembly?

Happy it helped!

What did you find?

If you are a member of the Facebook group "The ORIGINAL Triumph Rocket III Owners Group", go to the main page and you will see a 'Files' tab. There is quite a bit of information there.

Hope it helps! The springs are very easy to do. At 13:38 in the video, you will see the complete spring assembly going back in. At this point, you could dismantle them and swap over with the progressive spring. I think you could do this without removing the entire assembly. You would just need to unbolt the top cap of the shock (making sure your front wheel is lifted so the spring is not under tension). Then push up the shock and unbolt the cap from the assembly and the spring can come off at this point. I'm thinking of doing the same.

I hope it helps! I broke my entire clutch cable 2 years ago while on the road. What a pain. I bet you won't over tighten it again!

I hope it helps - From Western Canada.

I hope it helped! It's an easy job and cheaper than paying Triumph to do it!

Ok, sounds like you have an issue with the locknut being loose. Try removing the top cap now to fix this issue. Do you have a copy of the service manual? If not, are you in the 'Triumph Rocket 3 Owners' group on Facebook? it's in the file section there. If not, give my your email and I'll send you a copy.

How do I give you my email w/o posting it on the utube page we’re using. And no I don’t use social media, old and crotchety.

@@tjaylowden3539 Fair enough. Email me at harrisobr@gmail.com.

It sounds like you jumped ahead and already took off the top end cap of the shock? If yes, just bolt it back in as this will hold the interior components and keep it from spinning so you can remove the bottom bolt.

Mine still just turns and does not release.

Are you talking about the seal itself? Just pull straight down. It may take a bit of effort but it will come.

Best comment ever! Thank you brother. I hope this video helps.

Hope it helps Bobby!

Perfect. I hope it helps!

Which direction does the bottom Allan bolt on the lower tube spin?

@@jayjetty7848 everything is standard. Loosen - anti-clockwise.

@@thedustynomad thank you

Thanks. I hope it helps Jay!

I've done exactly that a time or 2! Great suggestion.

I hear what you are saying but look at the components. Once you pull out the spring assembly, there is nothing left in the fork tube. There is no place for residual oil to hide unlike a typical Japanese fork - especially one that isn't inverted.

I hope it helps Neville. Sorry for the poor quality but I did this quite a few years ago. Let me know how it works out for you!

It's really not that difficult. It's an hour job once you are all set and ready to go. Good luck!

Hi Rob. If it is the Kipass, this will fix it. I wouldn't bother fixing the solenoid. Just do the switch fix that I describe. You'll never have to worry about it again.

@@bharrison Sorry, just saw that you replied... My issue turned out to be a dead battery...first on the bike, then on the transponder. I guess she didn't winter well...despite the tender.

@@robr2154 All good news! Well, keep this in your back pocket should you need it. It seems to mostly affect 2008-2009 models.

@@bharrison Brad brilliant video, my bike did it for the first time in the arse end of nowhere but after tap taping it came OK and has been fine since, do you need to remove the top fairing to get at the gizmo and does the solenoid cover come off fine, I'm thinking a spray of electrical cleaner might help things..

@@Team-fabulous I'm happy it helped! I pulled the solenoid completely apart and cleaned it as you mentioned. It didn't solve the problem for me. Kawasaki replaces the spring (so I've heard) but I haven't done this. Instead, I do the interrupt switch and it always works now.

Still working great Matt. It's been 8 years and never a problem. I hope this helps if you are having trouble.

@@bharrison that’s great Brad. I’m looking at a C14 and a buddy said the kipass always breaks . I love your solution and I’m a little less nervous now. Just a little toggle switch? No big amperage?

@@Inuktuuk It's the most simple solution you can imagine. Any 12v toggle switch will do. No amperage to deal with and you'll never be left stranded because of this stupid system. You can get around it by tapping on the solenoid switch until it works but this is worth the 20 mins it will take you to install. AND this is still one of the best sport tourers out there. I highly recommend the bike!

@@bharrison thanks again I’m graduating from a c10

And that's why I love my 1000. No electronic gizmos to fail and leave me stranded.

@@bigpapa8152 agreed, I also had a GTR 1000 which was a fantastic bike..

I know I'm a little late, but I like keyless a lot. The downside is that I drive several different vehicles, and have no mental standard, so I get used to get out of the car and leaving the key in it, or walking away from the bike and forgetting to turn it off...

@@robr2154 I'm well used to it now and yes I like it too...

tom73055 I HOPE SO, I JUST BOUGHT A 2019.

Thanks Kelly! I almost crashed the drone into the lake! It's only 232 metres deep so fishing it out may have been a slightly problematic.

Ha ha ha!