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02-20-2008, 01:59 PM
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New Member
Production 125
Join Date: Oct 2007
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Bought a New Rocket on Sunday!
Hello everyone -
Good news! On Sunday I brought home a 2007 black and white Rocket Classic, complete with Triumph saddlebags, roadster windscreen, TORS, and catbox removed. I'm still in the break-in period, so I haven't really opened it up, but I'm still impressed with its amazing torque and power.
It's unlike anything that I have ever ridden.
Some questions:
1. Do you recommend triple K&N filters? If so, how will this effect the running of the bike?
2. Should I keep the bike tuned as is, or splurge for a PCIII or Tuneboy? Which would be the better choice?
3. Any other suggestions on modifications?
Thanks!
Dave Sperling
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Northridge, California
07 BMW f800s
07 Triumph Scrambler
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02-20-2008, 08:20 PM
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SuperSport
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Reno, NV
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davesperling
Hello everyone -
Good news! On Sunday I brought home a 2007 black and white Rocket Classic, complete with Triumph saddlebags, roadster windscreen, TORS, and catbox removed. I'm still in the break-in period, so I haven't really opened it up, but I'm still impressed with its amazing torque and power.
It's unlike anything that I have ever ridden.
Some questions:
1. Do you recommend triple K&N filters? If so, how will this effect the running of the bike?
2. Should I keep the bike tuned as is, or splurge for a PCIII or Tuneboy? Which would be the better choice?
3. Any other suggestions on modifications?
Thanks!
Dave Sperling
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Northridge, California
07 BMW f800s
07 Triumph Scrambler
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If you put triple K&N's on, you'll get more top end HP but you'll have to change the tune, either with Tuneboy, a PCIII or preferably both.
How much money do you have to burn?
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02-20-2008, 09:04 PM
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How much money do you have to burn?
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Do you have a match? 
I've just gotten back into motorcycling after a bit of a break, and I'm amazed at how much money I've gone though. It's worth it, though. Right?
Cheers,
Dave
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02-20-2008, 09:20 PM
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Formula Extreme
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: New Jersey
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It's definitely worth it if you enjoy it. 
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2007 Triumph Rocket III, 2006 Triumph Speed Triple, 2004 Honda NRX1800 Rune, 2002 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing, 1998 Honda GL1500CT Valkyrie & 1988 Honda CBR1000 Hurricane
and my wife's
2005 Honda VTX1300R & 2004 Honda VT750CA Aero
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02-20-2008, 09:41 PM
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It's definitely worth it if you enjoy it
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I love it! I started riding as a teen in the 1970s, and then rode bikes in Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam when I was teaching in the 1980s. See:
http://www.pbase.com/davesperling/motorcycle
My wife gave me permssion to ride again last year, so I bought a BMW f800s, a Triumph Scrambler, and now the Rocket. I guess you can say that I'm making up for lost time!
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02-21-2008, 04:15 PM
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Nice pictures Dave.
My wife told me that if I brought home another bike, she was leaving.
It didn't work.
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2007 Triumph Rocket III, 2006 Triumph Speed Triple, 2004 Honda NRX1800 Rune, 2002 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing, 1998 Honda GL1500CT Valkyrie & 1988 Honda CBR1000 Hurricane
and my wife's
2005 Honda VTX1300R & 2004 Honda VT750CA Aero
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02-21-2008, 04:29 PM
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Location: Sacramento
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davesperling
It's worth it, though. Right?
Dave
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Every stinking mile! Congrats on the new Rocket!
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02-21-2008, 07:12 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davesperling
Do you have a match?
I've just gotten back into motorcycling after a bit of a break, and I'm amazed at how much money I've gone though. It's worth it, though. Right?
Cheers,
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It depends on whom you intend to race, if you're into racing. I have the same setup as you and with 140 hp and 150 ftl lbs, it's fast enough for my needs.
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02-22-2008, 12:50 AM
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Supersport 600
Join Date: May 2005
Location: NY
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Originally Posted by bkrbil
Nice pictures Dave.
My wife told me that if I brought home another bike, she was leaving.
It didn't work. |
Haha! Nice one, meng!
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02-23-2008, 11:57 AM
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Supersport 400 Favourite Bike: 2007 Rocket 3-yeah baby
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Arizona
Posts: 91
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Dave: Wow great photos. I have always admired those that take such great shots and can really capture the beauty.
Take that camera to the R3 Salvo. WOO!
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