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Old 02-20-2008   #1 (permalink)
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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!

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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
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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How much money do you have to burn?
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'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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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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It's worth it, though. Right?

Dave

Every stinking mile! Congrats on the new Rocket!
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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
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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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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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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