Triumph Rocket 3R 🚀 // First Impressions Ride!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
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Here is the initial ride review of the 2022 Triumph Rocket 3R! 🚀
Although this bike isn't a super practical bike, I don't think it's pretending to be!
It's great fun, it's a bit silly and it does NOTHING but turn heads!!!
Let me know if you've ridden one and what you think or if you have plans to ride it in the future!
Thanks Guys!
Usernamekate 🏁
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A perfect example of what makes this channel such a joy to watch: The tech talk is informed and analytical in a practical way. The overall tone is down to earth but also always positive and celebrating life, even under adverse weather conditions or on bad road surfaces. Furthermore the bantering and little jokes tell of a bright mind through which more then only petrol flows. And then there are the quick pickups ( Oh, what a nice coloured house!). Like a puppy on a leash. You can take me for a ride any time, Kate! 😁
'She dances lightly for a big lass' ...well done Kate great vid review...she is a beast...keep the reviews going...lovely test route.
"There's something nice about riding something inappropriately big.."
Not a comment Mrs Boulder ever makes....
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I've had the R for two years, covered 13,000 miles. 2,000 of those miles were done on tour in Spain, mostly on the twisties of the Pyrenees. I'm 6ft and 105kg and I found the seat comfortable but lacking space to move around, especially fore and aft.I was managing around 200 miles a day and at the end of the trip my lower back was starting to feel a little uncomfortable. Easy answer was to do less miles each day. Averaged 45mpg which surprised me, here in the UK I'm averaging around 40 mpg. The pegs touch down fairly easily when pushing on but never upset the bike, just a reminder that it has its limitations.I've found it a very rewarding ride. It's big, it's a few kilo's heavier than a GSA and it's BLOODY GOOD FUN.
Good luck with your channel. Forgot to mention, take it out in the wet and it covers itself and you in muck. Easy bike to wash though.
Hey Kate I've got the GT. Great review, think you did the bike justice. You're right about the riding position on tbe Gt, it's a lot easier with the bars swept back a little although the controls are more forward. Had mine as a daily for 8 months or so and still makes me smile every ride.
Love this!! Defo the right bike for you!
Great thing with the Rocket is, you can always tie your house to the back and tow it with you…. the ‘bike will hardly notice. Superbly unnecessarily torquey, and all the better for it. Biiiiig thumbs up from me, Kate. 👍👍
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 you make me laugh! Glad you liked the vlog!
I can tell it’s a great upload by a great TH-camr when I watch it all the way through even though it’s not a bike I’m particularly inspired to ever own. Keep up the fantastic work 😎👍🏻
Kindest thing I've heard all day 😊
Wow james that goes to show how different we are this is my dream bike fill in all the blanks Balls to the walls comfort style muscle bike looks and this is coming from a Hayabusa owner.
@@richardcerritelli9657 I agree, Richard, from a former B-King owner.
Everything about that bike is ridiculous...I love it...! 😆
A crazy thing!
Hi Kate. Great video. I've had mine since last July and absolutley love it. Big change after 10 years on Kawasaki GTR's. Comfortable on long journeys, up to around 70mph. And you get used to people commenting and wanting to talk to you about it everywhere you stop. 😀
Don't forget the amazing addition of hill-hold. Which keeps the brake on when stopped, so hill starts are never ever your problem :-)
Haha I did forget to mention it as I never needed it! 😅 but yes! Great comment 😄
@@UsernameKate lol - show off :-)
Love the phrase "Dances lightly for a big lass" 😅😅 I had a ride on a Rocket 3 last year at the NEC and was really surprised how easy it was to ride. As for the foot pegs, I agree they took some getting use to. Great vlog Kate
i have a 2020 rocket e GT coming off a Kawasaki GTR 1400 for the last 4 years i can say that the Rocket pull harder than my Kawasaki the torque of the Rocket is out of this world its the most powerful bike i ever owned no question about it. ride safe girl.
Thanks dude! 😄
Hi Kate, I met a guy on the Gower Coast, near Swansea once, must be at least 14 years ago, who had the previous model. He was as old then as I am now, and had a turntable in his garage, so as to be able to manhandle it out of there. A real monster thing this - a bit like my ex mother-in-law, but with a much nicer sound track.
LOL Michael that made me chuckle
Dances lightly for a big lass 😂
I asked a guy about riding his in tight bends and he threw me the key and insisted I find out for myself. So I did. I now want one!
He sounds like a terrible financial advisor to me 🤭🤭🤭
Hey, Kate, I test-rode a Mk1 Roadster in 2010. I loved it and wanted to buy it. I didn't do it and 12 years later, I'd like to buy a Rocket 3 R. The old bike was 40 kg heavier but it didn't feel heavy, due to the extremely low centre of gravity. I'm 6'1'' and 14 stones so this bike would fit me fine. The thing is, is that it's probably too much for the roads here in northern Thailand. But what the heck, I want one. As you say, they are civilised going through town.
Great to see a woman test-riding this bike, and I don't mean to sound patronising when I say that.
Excellent review.
I rode the old Rocket 3 Roadster in black with the red stripe and special pipes. On more or less the same route as yourself, past Belmont and over past Rivington. I felt pretty much the same as yourself. An awesome machine in every way. Absolutely loved it.
So glad you enjoyed it! It's a brute but so much fun! 😊
I have a friend who is a rugby player, a HUGE mountain of a man, who told me he was getting a rocket3 "because it's about the only bike a guy my size wouldn't look silly riding". True story.
Tiny girl from Manchester; "Hey! I ride one of those!" 😯😁
Seen your Rocket reviews and just ordered the 221 Edition x
Ps, really good sounds on your videos, and love your banter
Nice one!! I'm very jealous!!
She's a big old lass at 337lbs with all her fluids and juices - Kate Ralph 2022 😂👍
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Great review. Great bike. And your accent is lovely.
Thank you 😊😊😊
Another stonking review, thanks Kate!
Cheers Iain!
Great review. I rode the R at the weekend and loved it. It had a quickshifter which made so much difference so well worth getting that IMO.
You can spec it how you want as all interchangeable so pegs can go forward or mid. Seat is the most comfy I have sat on and not too windy below 85mph I found.
Keep up the fab work!
Thanks Sweebey! Means alot 😊👍🏻
10:47 That's the pub that Carl Fogarty and Michaela used to frequent when he lived down the lane on the left.
Ah no way!
@@UsernameKate Yes way, I used to stalk them regularly in the early naughties. There was a nice walk which went past their house. Lol.
Hey Kate that was absolutely brilliant,maybe your best video so far.Your excitement and enthusiasm shone through right from the start.The bike sounded great though way too heavy for an old guy like me.Still I wouldn't mind a scoot on one.Thanks again for the entertainment.
Glad you enjoyed it Trevor 😄😄😄 that makes me happy 😊
Brilliant Kate, was looking forward to this video, so good to see you excited riding it.
Excellent as usual kate, funny comments and noises, all the proper information for the people who will be interested in the bike 💪🏻 x
Hi Kate, it really is an amazing machine, don't think I could live with one as a daily use bike, but on the days when the sun is shining it would certainly put a grin on my face. Think you handled it really well for such a big heavy bike, thank you.
Cheers Stephen! 😄
I've seen lots of TH-cam footage on the Rocket 3, this is only the second time I have actually been informed by the rider on what the bike is like and how it handles on twisty roads as well as in town, only a couple of days to wait now and my GT will arrive,, can't wait for that first trip out,,,,,,,,
Hey John! Thank you so much! If you haven't seen this.. you might enjoy it! th-cam.com/video/tLxoFnJVtzw/w-d-xo.html P.S I hope you love your GT!!
I own the Rocket 3 GT I've had it for just over 12 months done nearly 12000 KMS, I've owned 5 Harleys including a 2006 VRod plus a Yamaha Roadstar 1600 out of all these bikes the Triumph Rocket 3 GT is superior to all of the other bikes I have ever owned over the years this is the best bike I have ever owned when it comes to performance, handling and brakes!
So glad you love it!!! The Rocket is an insane bike. I was sad to give it back in all honesty!
T Rex arms ... hahaha
Honey that bike makes anyone feel small, but it's so fun and easy to ride. I did test ride the first generation and loved how small it felt when you really twist the throttle. Found the torque to be intoxicating. If I ever got a cruiser it would have to be the rocket
Great review- I had to look it up and see if it’s in the USA. It is. I may have to schedule a test ride.
'You're the real OG,'
LOVE IT! 😃
5:45 you've been watching the Misenden flyer doing his trips. Love it love it 😀 😍
I haven't unfortunately :( I wish I had time to watch his vlogs lately! Having a few bikes in the garage to review at the same time and life becomes film, edit, schedule, film, edit, schedule LOL!! (not complaining honestly!)
@@UsernameKate he says yee Haa quite a bit also. 🙂
Hi Kate, what a difference it makes for a blogger to know the difference between a bend in the road and a corner well done young lady, and you use all the gears on your bike instead of just using 2nd or 3rd Gear. 👍😂
I have a confession - I like my low gears 🤣 just not necessary on this torque monster lol
sounds amazing doesnt it
Rockin it Kate
Thanks Peter!
Love your enthusiasm, so good to watch your reviews AU
Cheers!!! 😊
Love the way you talk
Road paint says "SLOW".....Kate says: ZOOM ZOOM. 😆😆 Love it!!
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Good to see a lady on a "big" bike! At this stage power to weight ratio counts more for me - riding a SuperDuke R and Streetfighter V4S just put that smile on my dial - I'm too old for the heavy bikes now!! Safe riding! Blessings.
Thank you! Have a great day 😊
wonderful attention to detail as per norm, T-rex limbs strapped to the rocket ship , infinity & back in a day
Oooooh Kate, teeny bit excited about getting on a rocket, and riding something so big ! - I bet you are 😜👍🏻, on a serious note though keep up the good work 😊👍🏻
I've been lucky enough to ride both the R and GT. It's a great bike, the quick shift is great up and down the gearbox. The balance is also really good making a super heavy bike easy to control and ride. I preferred the R foot peg position to the GT although you do get used to the GT forward position after a short while. As for the seating position and bars I'm 6' and the bars are still a reach even for me especially when on full lock turning round for eg and I'm fully in the seat. Handles well, super acceleration which I loved. Quick enough for UK roads, great on the A483 from Cross Gates to Newtown in Wales, It rode like a big sports bike. I'd have one in my garage if I could afford one. Great Vlog glad you liked it.
And i'm glad you liked the vlog 😊 if your 6ft and the bars are still a reach, it makes me feel less like a trex 🤣
Not a bike that’s on my radar but watched all the review coz…………. It was brilliant, well done Mrs, love your channel keep up the good work thank you 👍🏍
Thanks Ian! You're too kind! ❤️
I like the rumble off a 3 cilinder and also the powerband..
I liked my k75 more than my k100 for that reason.
Your a better man than me for sure. That power scares me. Is it better than the Sinnis 125 ? 🤣. You are one hell of a rider for sure 👍👍
Haha cheers John! 😄
You handled that big boy very well. Nice to get a few positive comments riding a bike like that.
Honestly, its a crowd drawer for sure!
What a machine. Great review again Kate. 😁👍
Thanks Dean!!
Wow what an awesome beast!!! Nice bike as well 🤣🤣. Cracking vid again lovely comments great riding and super entertainment. As I always say, keep em coming!!! Looking forward to the next one👏👏
Hey Stephen, glad you found it interesting!! The Rocket is a beast but I like to think I can tame it haha!! Hopefully see you about soon!
@@UsernameKate you did indeed tame it. You made it look easy and smooth. Yes we will have to have a ride out at some point 👍
What a machine, I ride a tiger and that for me is big enough, I’ve dropped mine whilst getting on it and it’s hard work getting it back up on your own, I’d be so worried about having a spill on that monster. I bet it’s fun to ride. Nice video Kate.👍
Hey, Yes I wouldn't like to have to pick this up!! It would NOT be fun lol. Thanks for the lovely words 😊
The Fatboy is difficult cornering, not because of it's weight or length,but the width of the rear tyre.
Great Vids.
It has the same rear as the Rocket 3, a 240 rear and this is much easier to go round bends than from my experience on the Fatboy... and thank you! 😊
Yes,you are correct,but the Fatboy has a lower pivoting point.
Think the slimmer front tyre on the Rocket too can only help its cause.
As usual great vlog Kate , I’ve been on bikes where you’ve got to sit really close to the tank , out come the cycling shorts ( the ones with the padding 🤪) work a treat correcting your posture and back stretch. Ps you’ve got a great sense of humour 😊😊👍👍
Hey Tony! I think I need to invest 🤣 be walking round looking like a baboon 🤣
Good first impressions video Kate. It is a monster of a bike.
Thanks Lyn. Yup, it's an absolute whopper! 😊
Trex arms 💪
Wonderful ride with Kate! Absolutely loved all her commentary! I'll be picking up the 222 version within a few days.
Hello from California, subbed, young lady rider!
Amazing, I hope you LOVE it!
@@UsernameKate LOVE IT, OMG
@@SQTierHog yay!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Another great review Kate 👌🏻 love your down to earth comments “ T-Rex arms 😂” I’m 6 ft 1 so should be ok
Very jealous of your height! 😫 thanks for the nice comments 😊👍🏻
Nice intro, welcome back to my channel. That is how you tell viewers, most say, the channel, which makes no sense , im on board to go buy a triumph rocket 3r the only thing that would have made this video complete is seeing the bike in action complete not from handle bars or helmet cam to see the bike in turns , you leaning let's people know how well rocket 3 leans, I watch a guy doing sames as you scrapping the pedal in turns I am concerned about that many things can go wrong when pedals scrap that can cause you to wreck
Good stuff Kate. Thanks for posting!
No worries Ebon! Thanks for watching! 😊👍🏻
Grteat review Kate, lovely big bike. I'll bet you could tow a caravan with that torque. Looking forward to more reviews and test rides.
Thanks Christian! 😊
I ride a lot in gravel here in nz . Ride in rain mode and it is perfect. I have 9000 ks on mine now and love the west coast of nz .Roads are much better.
Jealous of your lovely roads!
I love it when you speak metric system !🥵
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Triumph rocket 3r bike is awesome Kate really appreciate your bike review thanks class 👍❤️best bike channel going🤟
Thank you Andrew!!
Nice vlog. You can see the weight and bulk of it though and it looked like you were holding back compared to the other bikes you have tested though. I have had a couple of very heavy bikes and eventually the novelty wears off.
Nobody really needs a bike larger than 600-700 cc on British roads but *WHO CARES* when beautiful monsters like the Rocket exist!!
Who cares exactly! 🤭🚀
I’ve added the GT’s bars and seat to my R, but kept the mid-pegs. I found the R set up a little too aggressive/forward and rough on my wrists - it’s an absolute dream to ride now
I can imagine that would be the perfect set up for me too!
Wow, that looks so much fun, excellent review.
It is super fun! 😄👍🏻
The one thing sort of fun to add here is about the weight in a strong wind. I had a 1700 Yamaha Midnight Star at 750 pounds (340 Kg) .. Wild winds did not upset the stability of that bike and I am sure the low slung weight on that mammoth triple is the same . I like having a lighter bike for most back road riding but I miss a heavy bike in a stormy wind . If I ever make it to the Lakes and am riding south I think I want to find your Rivington .What a beautiful ride .. So glad you have used it a bit ..
Hey Guy! Yes, Rivington is lovely. Nice on a Sunday, packed with bikers 😊
@@UsernameKate It might be fun to see the same ride sometime starting from the Belmont end and the Black Dog and end dropping into Rivington and crossing that long bridge :) ..Google map is amazing isn't it :)
Great review Kate. I had the old model until I hit some oil at Scotch Corner and slid down the road on the way to Stormin’ The Castle a few years back. Try picking one up with all the touring gear on in the middle of the A1…..mind you the new one is light years ahead 😂
Oh noooooooo 😫
Great video 🐊. Immediate thought was a wee beastie on a big beastie. Ride safe.
🤣🤣 thanks Buff!!
Kate in full blown badass mode 💪💪.
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I plan to buy the GT version In a few months…
My sort of roads. looks like a really nice part of the country that. That bike really is something else but I think I prefer a big twin under the tank to give the sound as well as the looks. Nice 1 Kate 👌
Honestly, the roads are amazingggg
You so kind Kate lovely girl safe riding ❤️
I'm local to you Kate. It's nice to see a channel reviewing on roads i know :) Great bike, I'd love a go of a Rocket.
Glad you can pick out the roads!! 😊
Hope they let you keep it for a full month at least to give the R3 a good workout.
Enjoyed the ride along with you too Kate. Work shouldn't be that much fun.
Nooo didn't get it for a full month but already can't wait to have it back again! 😊
A Tank on two Wheels.
You're not wrong Colin!
Love ❤️ that road.
The review i am waiting for! Thanks! Ride on! 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Yay! Hope you enjoyed it! 😊
Don't think my shed would appreciate the weight of this machine, imagine Titanic effect, beautiful bike though, and super review 🏍️🏍️👍
🤣 a sinking shed is not what you need!! Haha, thank you 😊
"I do like a burble..." 🤣
I would love to ride the bike, but you know the score Kate, unless it's got a gear changer on the handlebars I'm test riding absolutely nothing, but you handled it great, it goes to show you can ride almost any bike no matter how small you are, personally i really like the look of the bike, but I'll stick with the harley, 131flb torque does the job for me. 👍😎
Great review Kate, as an R owner I did take some time to get used to the bike's bulk, especially in low speed maneuvers. The beauty of the Rocket is you can mix and match bar and peg positions (like putting mid pegs on a GT or GT bars on an R) to overcome any ride position foibles. I am a little more ape-like, so my reach to the R bars is fine. With the wriggles you found at low speeds, had your loan bike had its suspension adjusted? From the factory they are pretty wound out, and there is zero preload on the rear shock. When you dial it in it is much better... It's a shame you didn't get to sample the quickshifter, it turns the bike into a drag strip monster, soooo good! You should find one and give it a whirl. :-)
Interesting you mention the suspension! I had a guy comment who is suggesting with the shake badly! I'll tell him your comments!
Thanks kate for another great review , looking forward to the Triumph Speed Triple RR review. I bet BMW are missing you ,keep up the good work.Suzie perry moto replacement.
I mean, that'd be the goal!
You can get the GT bars as an extra on the R, and they push the bars back by 5 inches. It would benefit from a reverse gear like the big BMW's but I'd still have one in a flash. Nothing is as impressive as that humungous beast.
Yes, I believe so! Sounds like those bars would be perfect for me 😊
Looking forward to seeing what you produce from your special day on July the 6th.
In the meanwhile you tamed that big triple trumpet like you were 6 feet tall!
I think you could do an instructive video for those less confident in non mounted bike handling!
Great vid. 👍
Genuinely enjoy your vids.
Glad you like them Mark!
Hi Kate, I have a Rocket 3 R (Black Limited Edition) and am very pleased with it. The seat supports you against the insane acceleration if you touch the back part, not the tank. Because the reach to the handlebar is too long for you, you should ideally switch it with the GT's handlebar. The GT's seat (lower, puts you further back) and forward mounted pegs may however not suit you.
I know, I wish I could sit in the seat as intended but then it's too much of a stretch. I can't alter the bars on a demo bike as its not my personal bike. I've ridden with forward controls on a harley before and enjoyed them but I'd like to try it on the GT definitely 😊
Sure, test ride a GT to find out - ideally on video comparing it to the R :)
I only sat on a GT and found the forward controls too weird. They are ostensibly more comfortable for long rides and tall riders. I'm of average height, used to normal naked bike controls for 13 years and appreciate better handling (more weight on the pegs, more lean angle, better grip on the tank with the knees), thus prefer the R's mid controls.
Bloody hell flower, I think that rocket sounds the bollocks.
oh so much courage Kate, we are proud of ya hahahah. gotta be honest I don't think i could have handled that bike...
Ah you defo could have! If I can, anyone can!
Oh, and you forgot to add the most important thing about a Triumph Rocket! Which is that you will make lots and lots of new friends in petrol stations! She's very thirsty.
Great video ☺️👍
Thank you!
Great review Kate 👍👍👍👏👏👏
I’ll get my popcorn for this one 🍿
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So so jealous hope you enjoyed this beast. It’s a sporty bike with firm suspension I guess. I it nervous in First, second gear when it’s cold? Or is it easy to handle? Waiting for the next one, thanks for this one Kate. 👍🇳🇱
Traction control on it works it's nads off. You feel in safe hands when it's cold 😊
Cool bike - Great voice :)
Thanks! 😊
jesus thats some beast of a bike
Great video as always Kate.😊
Thanks Antony!
Yeap, you sold me it 😁😁
Mine goes into Maxton this month to sort the suspension out. The only black mark against the beast
Niceee! Be interested to know how you get on! 😊
@@UsernameKate I’ll drop you a DM once it’s all sorted. OEM kit is far too harsh. 👍
If rivington could sing a song it would be Black Eyed Peas My Humps for definite 🙂😀
LOL I'm taking that as a personal request ha
@@UsernameKate or you could sing it the next time you are on rivington 😃😄 you are a good singer, I've heard you sing " you see me rollin, they hatin, patrollin they try to catch me ridin dirty" once or twice. #KateForEurovision 🙂😀
2.5 litres and a beast 💪 😆
A bloody whopper 😅
@@UsernameKate havnt had whopper for years 😆 🤣, but man that bike is a beast
Well done Kate, Another great Vid 👍
Fankooooo