I have owned Rocket III's and driven Road Kings. For me it is a no brainer, the Rocket III all day for me.

I own a 2005 America and a 2015 Rocket 3 Touring. If I were to buy a Harley it would be a Road King hands down. I would say if I were picking a Triumph to compare with a Road King it would be the 1700 Thunderbird LT and not the Rocket 3. The Rocket 3 is in a class of it's own. I also think it takes a certain rider to appreciate it. I bought it to eat up interstate miles in the States and it does. I kept my America and truly believe it is one of the best all around motorcycles I have ever owned. I am running a 19/42 sprocket combination and you would find this preferable if you are running on express ways with the America. I have also installed the Triumph Twin Power Stage 1 performance kit and the Firestarter and Blue Flame coils. What you cannot make up for with the America on the expressways is the weight. You are going to get blown around. The Road King and Rocket have the weight to anchor you to the road. Anyway nice review.

Best motorcycle i ever owned was a 2018 Rocket 3 Roadster. Hit a deer at 55mph. Didn't even drop the bike! The sheer mass of it saved my life

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

Damn ! Did you go through it like a hot knife ?

@NicePantsLance

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors i did actually. If you want to see pictures i can show you on Facebook lol

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@NicePantsLance the grotesque side of me kinda wanna see it, yes haha

I own the Rocket 3 touring. After driving 700km its still comfortabel. And After one hour driving a HD you're happy you can stop and have something to drink.

I am from the Netherlands and from your reaction I think you are going for the H.D. I noticed so much trust and pleasure. You thought Triumph was a great bike. But no handlebar bike.

I have my Third 1600.which is a great bike , if I were to return to an HD the RK would be nice , HDs sadly.dont like rain and we get way too much here in Scotland , my iron 883 which I rode in fair weather ended up rusting , badly. My friend here has a new style sport glide , whole swingarm , covered in rust. My 09 Tbird , with 73k miles on it . Still pretty much mint condition . Enjoyed the rides man 👌👍🤟🤟

The Road King is the best non-touring, touring biker ... you can make it what you want .. the after-market for Harley far outstrips the Rocket 3 ... it's all about personal preference ... you can't go wrong if you like it ... good luck!!

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

That's very true man! And a solid point ! :)

@zimtuff

3 жыл бұрын

I bought my Rocket because the factory floorboards provided enough leg room and and it came with baggage. At the time it was $5-6 cheaper than a Roadking of the same year. Roadking had about 80-90hp , the Rocket had 140hp with road melting torque. Its faster than a vRod and bigger than a roadking.

The Rocket III has a liquid cooled balanced and blueprinted motor from the factory. HD is not even in the same league..

Not really related to this video, but what year is your Triumph America? I’m looking at an 07 with 6,000 miles. Loved your European tour videos.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I'd say it's related :) it's 2011 America, it had 21000km on it when I picked it up. It's a excellent bike ! Thanks man ! I can't wait to make a nother euro trip series !

This was not really a fair comparison at all. Your biggest complaint about the Triumph was the stock "beach" cruiser style handle bars. Easy fix. The Road King already was fitted with a custom seat and bars to suit the former owner. Try both over a 500 mile day. After the Harley has vibrated your hands and feet to sleep you'll be thankful for that smooth, even firing triple.

@WinterMotors

2 жыл бұрын

You're right, but these were the two bikes I that was available in my area, and this video wasn't really about a fair comparison.. I have ridden my Road King through Europe several times and it's a beautiful bike, no issues with vibration at all

Just want say that i bought the new Triumph Rocket GT its now upgraded to 2500cc or 153 cubic inches in Harley number, and man what a torque monster very comfortable with the foward control 40 kilos less than the old version Rocket its suprisingly flickable power at any gears i nstalled a quickshifter on it so no one cant touch me at a start im already gone lol its the most powerful bike i ever owned and i can cruise with it what do you want more, ride safe mate.

@WinterMotors

7 ай бұрын

I’d love to test ride the new RIII I think they look sick too !

I have both softail heritage and a rocket 3Tourer both heavy bikes on long trips in Australia both great but the R3 Is more comfortable i also had performance exsausts on both both bikes a very nice sound.

i have had my roadster 2015 white stripe and sure the suspension isn't great; the Road King better on long trips. But performance and fun the RIII all day its not even close. The roadster looks slightly different the Touring is better for trips but isn't as peppy and the roadster. the harley looks and sounds cooler but you are goign to pay more to maintain

The only reason to choose the Harley over the Rocket, is if you can’t handle the Rocket....I have owned Harleys in the past, but could not go back after owning a Rocket (which is why I have two now)

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I like the rocket but this one was just not my cup of tea, we all have our preferences :)

No way you didn’t get the Harley. lol. It would be fun to see you try out a Triumph Thunderbird Storm.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I wanted to test a storm, but it was unfortunately sold by the tim I got to the dealership

@globalteamwork4light

Жыл бұрын

sold - because it so damn nice to ride.

The standard of comparison was not equal! So what is the purpose? The HD is graded on looks. Not to mention it's a customized bike. The Rocket is stock and graded on performance.

@WinterMotors

10 ай бұрын

The purpose was to see what I could get for my money They both cost the same amount of money and I bought one of them

Does the Rocket 111 tour have a tack and if so, what RPMs at 80 mph?

@WinterMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Oh I unfortunately don't remember

@zimtuff

Жыл бұрын

In 5th gear they do about 1000rpm per 40kph. 4000rpm at 160kph approx

@globalteamwork4light

Жыл бұрын

only 2500 at 100kph then! nice!

I watched this to compare the power delivery and you are not saying a word about it.

@WinterMotors

Жыл бұрын

that's correct

I have this bike, thats my first bike. And what can say I'll keet it, and one more thing about the chicks you wrong😃 it will you get a lot of attention from everyone. And the torque this is out of space😊

@WinterMotors

2 жыл бұрын

I wasn't impressed about the torque on the one I rode, it didn't take off as I expected, but this was a stock touring model, so I can imagine it would have had a lot of hidden potential in it

My old Rocket wheel standed into 2nd gear. I forgot it could do that.

@globalteamwork4light

Жыл бұрын

?

I own a 2002 Roadking, Superb bike, powerful & comfortable, when you move the weight is invisible, with 42yrs of riding many bikes, the King tops them all for me, should have got there sooner, no, they dont shake you numb, they break down less than most european bikes and only rust if you dont know how to look after them, mine gets people chatting wherever i go, kids always want pics with it, i see many WOW's' 😎

I agree that the Rocket III Roadster was not a good looking bike but, in my opinion, the Touring is beautiful. I've owned HDs and a a R3T and the RT3 is a much better bike than any HD. It's also a torque monster. Your review is very biased. For example, your simply not used to the R3Ts handlebars but you would soon realize why they are that way. You would make a mistake if you changed them. They're there to make handling this beast easier.

@globalteamwork4light

Жыл бұрын

rocket roadster not good looking! what the f... you have just been disqualified!

You rode the "touring" 42ps less than the roadster less torque and feet forward.

Get the Road King man. Its a a bit older harley which means it sounds better, there is a lot of aftermarket stuff and you living the good ol american dream man. Plus you picking up the chicks with a higher chance when you ride a harley XD

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent points xD

I'm not surprised. I love Harleys but I'd pick the Triumph as well. although I'd suggest the Speed Twin. Thanks for sharing

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I wanted a touring bike, thats why i decided to look at the RIII over any other Triumph.. they had a storm i was also interested in, but it was sold when i got to the dealership :/

@rev.scruffy2249

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors if it's strictly touring I'd still vote Triumph. I'm not a fan of the R3, but I know it's a great bike.

Based on your talking I would be very surprised if you did not buy the Harley. The Triumph would blow it away but for cruising in style the road king is where its at. I found it funny you said land barge. Thats what I call my 840 lb Honda Valkyrie Interstate.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I did go for the Harley :) I think if I had the chance to put it up against the thunderbird storm, it would have more competition :) Would love to try out a Valkyrie one day ! :)

@Rob-lj1jl

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors the valk hauls ass. 6 cylinder, 6 carbs. Puts you back in each gear, it gets to 140, 150 kph so fast. Not a sport bike but really quick.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@Rob-lj1jl it's the badass Gold wing for sure haha

@Rob-lj1jl

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors There are 2 1600 thunderbirds for sale here for months and a recent rocket 3 tourer. My town is not really a triumph town. I saw a guy review the 1700 thunderbird and he said he expected a lot more power and was let down but that was just one review. Another was Jons Moto Garage and he loved the bike

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@Rob-lj1jl I haven't tried it myself, so can't say, but I am interested :)

Why are there no photos of your Road King on Instagram?

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

You seem very confident in knowing what bike I bought ! I am waiting to post pictures of my new bike before I reveal it here in KZread

@MeettheotherBrowns

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors the Road King seems like the likely choice based on things you have said in prior videos.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@MeettheotherBrowns glad someone is paying attention ;)

The fact is the Rocket is a superior machine. No full-size cruiser can compare.

@WinterMotors

10 ай бұрын

Not gonna argue

I have a rocket 3 and im 170cm so you dont have to be tall. I got the roadster tho, and not the touring. I would never consider a Harley, so its a easy choise for me 😉

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

i am 189 and was just able to flat foot the one i tried, my legs were fully stretched.. probably just the configurations of that particular bike

@eskildloen3771

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors has to be yea, i dont get a flat foot on the ground, but more than enough to back up 380kg 😉 probably a difference in setup. As you noticed in the video the triumph is not made for City crawling. But i noticed a huge difference with new tires. And also the sound is a little tame with the original exhaust, especially on the touring as it has alot less Power and "spunk" than the roadster. It really comes alive with a New exhaust though. Mine accelerates harder than my friends bmw s1000rr up to 100kmt, and it really makes me dizzy when i twist the throttle to the max from 2nd gear. Roadking looks beautifull too tho 😁 Rock on🤙🏻

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@eskildloen3771 I'd love to give a rocket 3 with a propper set up a real go ! I have heard so much good about them, but was disappointed by the one I drove in this video

@eskildloen3771

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors if you ever take a roadtrip to the Atlantic ocean road (i live close to it) in Western Norway let me know and you can test mine 😉

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@eskildloen3771 planning to ride the length of Norway one day soon :) I am originally from Norway so it might happen soon (don't forget to subscribe, and you'll see when the trip comes up)

Hope you bought the Rocket... you can always find harleys...

@WinterMotors

Жыл бұрын

I did not

there alot of road king out there you want to stand out from the pack and the only bike who will do that its a 152 cubic inch all you have on the road king is a 114 so triumph rocket 3 man.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

The decision is already made :O I made a reveal video ;)

@shadwox9808

3 жыл бұрын

@@WinterMotors yep im new to your channel i just subscribed just saw your new HARLEY nice bike enjoy it.

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

@@shadwox9808 welcome to my world, mate ! Hope you'll enjoy it :D

Get the 2020 Rocket 3 R...end of story....

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

I unfortunately don't have the cash for that haha, but that would be fun !

Wow what a surprise. I never saw this video coming. I say outlaws mainly ride Harley-Davidson. I like the road king personally. The king looks and sounds better than the rocket 3. The road king will hold its value better also. Plus it’s a Harley-Davidson. I vote for the road king 👑🍺👍

@WinterMotors

3 жыл бұрын

That i s true.. and the king is definitely outlaw looking! i also didn't see this video coming, but i had to upgrade! Stay tuned! the reveal video is coming soon :D

Harley was sonst. Harley ist halt Harley

Oh you bought the Harley ... LMAO yes, it was that obvious ...

Two PITIFUL motorcycles. A truly pointless video.