2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R Review | Daily Rider
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- 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R Review | Daily Rider
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Take a spin with Zack to see how the world’s largest production motorcycle engine stacks up on an average-sized ride around Los Angeles.
SPECS:
MSRP: $21,900
Engine: 2,458cc inline triple
Claimed weight (dry): 642 lb. / 291 kg
Fuel tank: 4.8 gal. / 18.2 liters
Seat height: 30.4 in. / 773 mm
Claimed power: 165 hp
Claimed torque: 163 lb.-ft.
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why do you whisper all the time? are you from Portland?
Great Video!
This is a question. Is there point for getting tall motorcycle boots for the rainy months. Going from 30 to 70mph?
You should do a Can-am Ryker daily ride review.
Zach makes me want every motorcycle somehow
Agreed!
You just haven't found the one you love yet. Try out more bikes!
With no douts! Zach is awesome!
I think naturally I want every motercycle I know about
Motorcycles make me want every motorcycle
I'm holding out for the 2.6 version, 2.5 engine bit on small side.
Yea I would want to be seen on the beginner version of it. "Girls bike"
They didn't make it 2.6l because a 2.6l engine in a motorcycle would be ridiculous.
@Bunnyshooter 223 its a British bike though
@@AboutaMileAdventures
I’d venture that more units of that British bike will be sold in America than the UK
@Bunnyshooter 223 my transit van has a 2.0 turbodiesel, and a towing capacity of well over 2000 kg...
For the price, Triumph even bolt a motorcycle to the engine! What a deal!
I know right?
Pretty cool to have wheels to haul your powerplant around!
IMO Zack is one of the most experienced, enjoyable, intelligent, and talented motorcycle journos out there.
The perfect bike for when your Peterbilt is in the shop and you have a 53' trailer full of beer to pull to Texas. Next year it will come with air brakes.
I love that Triumph has such an incredibly wide variety of bikes.. anything you could possibly want, gentlemanly, to adventurous, to downright hooligan ❤
Not enough sport bikes though since they got rid of the Daytona
@@Lemoncarp true that, a travesty, hopefully they make the 765 a real thing
@@LtGlenn the 765 Daytona came and went ... it was a limited release. If it sold in big numbers, they would be on the showroom floor. But they don't. You can already see Japanese 600-class bikes drying up.
@@Lemoncarp new triumph 1200 rr comes close, actually IS a sports bike.
I always have moments of panic when I realize Zack isn't slowing down fast enough to stop behind the cars... then I remember he can filter. Every time.
Lane filtering is also legal in our country, it should be everywhere.
We would get cursed, yelled and honked at if we tried lane filtering up here in Canada.
As a european, I can't imagine not filtering at red lights and slow highway traffic, it removes 90% of benefits of having a motorcycle in a city if you can't do that xD
*laughs in mexican*
@@jeffcard3623 Yup. After moving to Canada from Ireland there's basically no benefits to having a motorcycle in the city here compared to home.
Well there is something I never thought I would see - a Rocket 3 jumping on dirt.
The most important part of the DR test loop.
I got the GT and I absolutely love it. It's leisurely yet fast. Comfortable yet handles like a sports bike. Took it on a 800 mile trip and it was as comfortable as any bagger. Averaged 38-40 MPG with a light throttle hand. Average 32-35 blasting around town.
Totally agree👍
Handles like a sport bike?
@@fs3994 Yep. Flicks around like a smaller naked, is more accurate.
I found this video fascinating. Haven’t done Daily Rider before. You, sir, are good at this.
Your giggle every time you really pushed it was great . . . .
The burnout into wheelie transition was something special.
I always liked this bike. Looks like something robocop or Dredd would ride
A triumph rep once told jay leno; “you’re gonna scrape the pegs way before you run out of tyre grip”. Zack: “hold my wheelspin”
I’ll add i know running out of grip and doing a burnout are different things. Thought the joke was alright though.
3/10
When you crank the throttle and it leans over it reminds me of those old WWI rotary engine planes that could sometimes turn faster by turning in the opposite direction and coming all the way around, rather than pull against the torque! Crazy stuff!
Great review! After 2,000 miles on the TFC variant I might add, the suspension, once adjusted (easy to do), smooths out those bumps. MPG is 45 and yes, it does have a quick shifter (which is a joy). It’s at the top of my leader board, a masterpiece of motorcycle engineering!
Great video as always, Zack! I especially appreciate the discussion on triples and the effect of camshaft spinning direction on the bike. Physics is dope.
Props to Zach for showing your mistakes such as stalling this bike and fighting to keep it upright. Also, huge props for taking it off road, jumping it and wheelieing it! You could have used the “heavy cruiser” excuse, but you did not. Rock on! Great review, sir.
Got my rocket 3 R about a month ago and have been commuting 5 days a week, it always gives me a grin! Love the content Zac! (Side note quick shifter is an accessory, works great)
How's the heat from the engine? Im from the Philippines. Weather is very hot and traffic is terrible. Will the heat from that massive engine boil my eggs?
Not too hot... Florida USA here.
Ahhh yeah I've heard people say its not too hot, however I've found it to be the hottest bike I've ever had (previously had a GSX1400 and a K1300R) - but it is bareable. I'm in Western Australia and we see high 30s/early 40s in summer, I wouldnt want to be on it in traffic/standstill above 37 - did that recently and yeah was pretty hot. Your leg is right next to the headers, but mainly its the general heat from the engine. Still don't let that discourage you - if you're able to filter and keep moving its fine.
markterence when you have a lot congestion and traffic the engine gives a lot of heat.... I am in Istanbul
I’ve been commuting on a Milwaukee 8 powered softail. Decided to swap for a Rocket instead of dumping a ton of money into stage kits. The Triumph seems to be a better power cruiser all around.
Its amazing how zack handles this bike with such ease and grace considering how heavy it is
It's actually lighter than most Harleys.
I've missed the daily rides since you left Motorcyclist Magazine.
I agree! Luckily revzilla is smart enough to continue Zacks epic reviews!
He's been doing these for almost a year now on Revzilla.
Thankful Revzilla is utilizing Zack for what he does best! Superior motorcycle reviews!
Haha that end “good lord, how do you people get anywhere at this speed”
Watching Zack split lanes: "This should totally be legal in my state."
Watching Adam Waheed split lanes: "This will never be legal in my state."
Adam is a dangerous rider. Zack drives logically
'As long as you do so responsibly ZACK!' Love your reviews, you answer every question my inner hooligan asks. Loads of torque, cold tyres? Check. Sand on road, loads of torque? Check. Can you jump it? Check. Scrape the pegs? Check. Wheelie? Check. 👍
Zach must be one of the best motorbike reviewers on youtube. Even if the particular review bike is not my thing, he still makes me want to watch the full review. More videos, thanks! 👍 2020 KTM 1290r review if you have the time?
I came here from your r18 review after seeing that and thinking I couldn't watch a 35 min vid. I've now watched the r18 and this in full. You seem a quality guy and have gained a sub from the UK 👍🏻💪🏼
I just found out that Ari and Zack are with RevZilla... Can't believe I missed that.
I'm so happy for them! Such great videos
Great review of an awesome machine! I love my 2007 Rocket 3 even with it's faults. I'd love to add this 2020 to the stable
My goto Sunday evening Covid lockdown video. Always enjoy your reviews. Thank You Sir!
Love the Rocket 3! Tested it from a Triumph dealer once. The guy who rolled it out told me before giving me the key "just be careful with the throttle. It's so new the tires aren't fully broken in yet, so it can spin the rear in every gear."
And since you praise the Duc, when are we getting a Diavel Daily ride? Love that bike too!
Keep up the stellar content!
Again, nicely done...makes for an enjoyable Saturday morning. Best ride reviews on the internet 👍
Man Zack riding in a Summer Jacket while i‘m already in Winter Break Mode really gives me the blues :/
You just need heated grips and some new jackets. I ride all winter in Michigan and enjoy the less crowded roads.
I’m moving to Florida. Hahahahaha. Im done with nyc.
Awesome review, I love these rides, thanks for providing us the content!
Absolutely incredible bike! And so easy to ride. Amazing. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Zack for another fun informative video...kep up the great work!
Zac, you were right about the Rocket 3 being a BSA. What a lot of people don’t know is that for a time BSA were being built in the Triumph factory ( they were going bust and Triumph offered them their factory to build BSA’s. also at the same time Triumph were building their Tridents to go up against the Rocket 3. I have the R3 on my wish list lol. Thanks again for a great video from down under😎😎🐝
I love how he opens all of these with his hand pulling away from covering the lens. Really want to make a compilation video now, haha.
Zach sums it up perfectly when he says “what an absurd vehicle.” I agree, in the best way possible. Great review, sir!
I bought one last week so I've watched lot of views . Yours was one of the best Thank You
Love these daily rider vids. Great work
I was so close on getting one. I spent some time at the dealer just to make it or break it. I just thought in the end that it is not a good commute bike, it is 100% fun bike and not so practical. It is a very sexy bike, very quick and very well built. Triumph did it well. However, I went to a new Goldwing DCT Tour. Do not regret it for a min.
Hey man, I really like these videos where you take a bike on a commute and give your thoughts on it. That's pretty cool. 👍 Thank you.
Was headed to bed but I had to see the dirt road. Now i have to go see the Revzilla video. Who needs sleep anyway.
I had the old Rocket 3 and absolutely loved it, I ran it alongside a Honda 125 as a daily. It was a pretty comfortable bike and I once rode it 650 miles from Northamptonshire to John O' Groats (UK) in one day and then upto Orkney, I'd like to ride the new one to see how it compares.
I've just realised that I've become one of those old fellas who "used to own a Triumph" and I'm only 35 haha
Great review Zach!! If you had to pick 1 bike between the Rocket 3 and new Diavel 1260, which would you pick and why? I’ve owned Triumohs and Ducati’s and love both brands. Thanks!!
You didn't mention the mirrors Zack! Great review as always though :)
Best thing about a Saturday morning! Daily rider, shop manual and CTXP!
Dealer where I bought my GSA sold these also, so of course I took one for a demo ride. Traction control on of course !!! It handled well for such a big bike and made me giggle with every twist of the throttle. Seriously thinking about getting one except for the rough ride quality on rough roads. It has reasonable amounts of travel but yeah she’s stiff. That power though.
one of the most unique bikes out there.. esp when you pull the throttle when you're going 90, it will rip your arms-out-of-sockets all the way to 150. Glad I got the TFC...
the throttels only open to like 60 percent. there is way to fix that :P
Suszuki M109R cries in the corner, completely forgotten.
Zack does his best Suburban Delinquent impersonation 21 minutes in.
Awesome review. Thought you were kidding about the small jump 😆 nope. Love it.
I absolutely love this bike. Not sure if I would ever get one. I love the lean on a bike, but this bike for whatever reason calls to me. It's so nice and awesome.
I really appreciate your personality & opinion reviews. Good job & thx.
Triumph are by far the most stylish bike manufacturer. Their bikes are amazing
1969 was the year Craig Vetter built the X-75 prototype triple so I'd say you were right when you guessed late sixties or seventy. They had spindly front ends and too much power for their frames and brakes. These new beasts are incredible. Nice review.
Is this the bike whose shop manual suggests "hold engine in place and drop the chassis"?
A bike that heavy lifting the front tire brings a tear to my eye
I've got one and I love it. That said, I put the GT bars on my R and that makes the seating position a LOT more comfortable. Agree about the suspension as it's really stiff, even with a passenger on board. Speaking of passenger, I also added the sissy bar and back rest because as you mentioned, the motor doesn't match the passenger seat on the R.
The displacement per cylinder if bigger than on the most massive thumper being DR Big, that's impressive.
I personally like the older Rocket 3 better....but this was fun. What was a special experience is......what a super job you did on this video....you did it all with excellence! Thankyou
Its enjoyable that after you have riding so many different bikes you still can laugh and have fun on them. I think that's the reason someone should get into bikes.
Ive been considering one of these but the GT model. The part of the review that meant the most to me was the fact every time Zach hit the throttle, he was laughing and enjoying the shit out of it. If it dont make you smile when you ride it, its not worth it.
That engine would have been good in the old Triumph sports cars.
Wow I'm blown away triumph nailed it with this bike.
Sign of a great bike series (and channel) to me is when I watch it despite being a bit meh about the bike beinng tested/used. I admire the Rocket 3 greatly, but watched this for pure entertainment.
I love it how Zach always remembers to talk about passenger comfort when he's in Lover's Lane!
I’m thinking about this for my next bike. My current one is a Suzuki C109R (1783cc). Do you think the riding position is comparable?
I had an 83 Honda 1000 Custom. This Rocket has that look which i loved.
Sees sand on the road and just twists the grip!
You're the man 😁
Hey Zack! I'd love love love to see you ride a 2012+ Kawasaki Concours 14ABS on Daily Rider with your thoughts . . . yeah?
Just put a deposit down on one, very excited!! Great review
Hello, i'm going to buy alpinestar SPX air carbon V2 gloves and my hands are 8.5 inches.. but, 8.5 imches between MD and LG.. Which size should i go with? MD is 8-8.5 and LG is 8.5-9 , what size would fit properly ?
Hi. ZAck. Would you recommend this for commuting in Sydney and as somewhat weekend rides for 5’7” rider? Thanks
Rocket 3 - an absolute monster of a bike.... wow.
Cheers mate, cool review.
So sad the VMAX is being discontinued, looking at the Rocket 3 just reminded me.
The Vmax still owns this bike in the 1/4
@@iamtheoffenderofall I wish Yamaha just evolved it.
@@MaddNomad1015 it's tough to beat perfection though
Is Yamaha actually discontinuing Maxine?? No one puts baby in the corner. Boy I'm sure glad I was able to save up this past winter for my 2020 Vmax.
@@JasonMaxwellsRcHobbies yeah they are, I’m sure it’s because the didn’t want to make an effort for regulations. Even if they brought it back as a normal power cruiser I would’ve been happy, it’s one of those lines you just got to keep around for heritage
I bought a helmet on your website and I was wondering if it doesn't fit, could i exchange it for a different size?
The way you lit the back wheel up just as you pulled off haha, only on Daily Rider :')
That is very lightweight for an engine that big considering my vtx 1300 weighs around the same
Great review. How many track suits do you actually have?
hopefully you do a vstrom video. love mine and always like seeing what people think of them.
“Good Lord, how do you people get anywhere at this speed?!”
I say that same thing here in New Jersey all the time.
@@billvick7011 LOL, you must live in Bergen County then!
After seeing this I'd really like to have you review the yamaha vmax! (New or old)
That looks so smooth it’s satisfying
Bro I love that bike it looks like a literal rocket. I can't imagine how cool it feels to ride. Can't wait to get my license lol hope I don't die
Great 👍🏼 review, though I didn’t understand the final ranking - had Rocket 🚀 III Tourings since 2008, but like a sportier version - did you try the GT?
Beautiful. More video with the new Aprilia RS 660 please
Zack, I for one have been a little critical of your reviews on "cruisers", in the past. You compared them to sport bikes which was way off the mark. Well, I have to hand it to you, you have progressed a lot on your reviews of a cruiser and especially a "muscle cruiser." This review was really good and showed the aspects of what makes a "muscle cruiser" better than even a normal cruiser. You did a great job on this video from a point of view that draws me to want a Rocket 3. Triumph did a great job improving the Rocket 3 and you did a great job improving your reviews of a cruiser. I enjoyed your review and it was very informative. Thank you Zack, great job. Now, I just have to wait for that "Stimulus Check" to get a $22,000 motorcycle.... Triumph failed on that one aspect, it is not for the average worker with that price tag.
Every cruiser guy I know brags about outrunning a crotch rocket. So why not compare?
Since the pizza delivery video IVE BEEN WHISHING FOR A DAILY RIDER EP OF THE ROCKET 3 WOOHOOOOO
Awesome vids and reviews.Just need a 360 📷 for the rides/reviews just a little improvement.Godspeed Revzilla
Having worked for a Triumph dealer here in the uk as a mechanic when the original rocket came out I thought it was awful as a bike but made an excellent trike. I have been a big fan of the Yamaha MT01 (1700 v twin in a sports chassis with massive torque and a soundtrack like a spitfire) but this new rocket means I’m now selling my Polaris rzr turbo to buy one now. Undecided on gt or the r
I have 2 motorcycles I ride today, Triumph Street Cup and BMW R Nine T. I have been planning to get the 2022 Rocket 3 R. Question is, is it difficult to paddle/duck walk around in the parking lot or garage if need be? It is enormous engine we know, it looks so good and awesome that I was planning to get one.
what are the Cons?
Back in the mid 2000's Triumph used to do Demo events. They had a semi truck with every bike they build. You would sign up ahead of time for a bike and a time.. they would have a person lead the ride.. about 20-30 min or so. always a good mix of roads too. When you got back you could then sign up for another bike.. or hop on whatever bike had not been scheduled for the next slot.
Rode just about everything... the Rocket was INSANE... I think I might prefer an old one.. the older ones made peak torque at 2500 rpm.. they had one with an aftermarket pipe on it.. they sound AMAZING.. I was shocked how light it felt once moving.. but parking lot stuff.. you had to be careful.
Street Triple was my favorite overall.. triples make great noises.
Good video. May Inask, what camera are you using and how are you capturing the audio? It sounds very clear.
Zach; what button is it that you're repeatedly pressing with your left thumb in the 6:30-7:30 minute range of this video?
Quick shifter an option and works perfectly on my new R3 GT.
Bro I have seen rust on my 250 Duke exhaust....but my motorcycle is just 3 months old.....should i go ahead with getting it cleaned or can i claim warranty and get the ben pipe replaced? is that even possible or will my warranty claim be rejected? please let me know....it is only after your advice will I call up the service center to have a word....is this rust? and does this mean an impending quality/longevity issue on my bike? please please advice....it's not dirt or grime...it feels like rust only...powdery and brown.
'Spinnaker position', haha Love it!
What you think about suzuki intruder 1500 as my first motorcycle?