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Old 05-08-2008   #5 (permalink)
RoadVenture
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Maryland
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Originally Posted by anthonyky View Post
Does any know if Triumph is going to put a 6 speed transmission in the Rocket? Hey with gas prices, I personally want a true over drive for 6 gear. I know I would have to downshift to pass quickly on the touring edition, not sure about about the standard, but if I could actually get 45 mpg it would be sweet.
While I am dreaming how about letting me choose which tuning I want for my engine?
#1. If you are looking for fuel economy from a Rocket III, you are riding the wrong bike. It is the "F350 Duelly" of the motorcycle world.

#2. The number of gears in a transmission have nothing to do with fuel economy.

#3. Yes, 45mpg is dreaming.
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