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I’ve been active on triumphrat since I bought my 06 Red RIII in July of last year. I just realized I haven’t introduced myself. I traded in my Yamaha V-Star 1100 (great bike!) on my Rocket on my 60th birthday. Almost bought a bigger Yamaha or a Harley, but at the last minute I test rode the Rocket.
Well, knowing this beauty’s reputation, I took it easy at first, but when I goosed it I almost fell off! Right then I knew I was in love! (or was that my first girlfriend?) Anyway, got back to the dealer with a grin a mile wide, pointed to the bike and said: “Me want!”.
In the interests of geriatric ergonomics, I’ve added a few things: Roadster screen and wind deflectors, Rivco risers, Classic pull-back handlebars, shorter Progressive shocks, sissy bar and trunk.
Only crashed it once – a low speed rendezvous with a pothole. Picked it up, rode it home, drove to the emergency room, got my shoulder fixed, and got back on three weeks later. The weather here in Connecticut has not been very cooperative lately, but I have been able to ride at least once or twice each month. Beats putting it in storage.
The RIII is a blast!
Dongee
[ This message was edited by: dongee on 2007-07-11 15:41 ]
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