Rocket 3 R 2021 Owner´s Review (cinematic)

[@Kingjoey5000]

I bought a 2022 Rocket 3 three weeks ago , and this review sums it up, so perfectly. I test drove one over a year ago and that was it, I knew I would buy one. I love riding again. Such a great bike.

[@DennisFromSouthFlorida]

I just bought one too, it’s amazing and a head turner.

[@davewilkirson2320]

Perfect review. Very well done. I purchased my Rocket 3 GT in February, 2024. I'm old (67) and have owned 34 bikes since 1970. The Triumph Rocket 3 is the best for what I need.

[@bradhey]

Soothing and honest commentary. Nice background music, good picturization. What else is needed for a good video.....Cheers

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you🙂🙂

[@anoopj.p.1191]

Totally agree with the background music!!

[@tigerscott9788]

Wow one of the best and honest reviews I’ve watch 10/10

[@desistirjamais984]

Congratulions !!! I'm from Brazil and i love my Triumph Rocket 3r to. The Best Bike of the World.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thansk! Have safe and thrilling rides with you R🤩

[@richardkamm1283]

Very well done, Lady! Compliments!! I ride a rare TFC Rocket and I am fully satisied over the last 10'000 Miles. The bike is impressive and (what I call)has an imperial appearance. As I often drive in the Alps, I had to learn to drive sharp bend winding curves totally different than with a normal bike, this due to the wheelbase. But the Rocket simply: is it!

[@junderwoituk]

What a lovely review. Great to know what issues you have seen on the bike so far.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you😎

[@bbgmarine]

Just found this video. Well Done ! We put over 16,000 miles on our 2020 Rocket III GT. Not a single issue with the bike. What a machine !

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks! It definitely is one of its kind! Great to hear that there has not been any issues :)

[@ichbinmartin]

@@wivesonbikes me too! ;)

[@thomasanderson4664]

Wow, that was the best and nicest video.ive ever watched. I own this bike and I've never loved a bike like I do this bike. I'm 70 I needed to make a statement. And my Triumph has done that. I have my own lawncare so I'll ride in nice areas to look for lawns. It's quit everyone waves . Young boys see it and stare . I'm not 70 . I'm still young with this bike. No windshield nieghter. No plastic to look threw. My shoei helmets helps big time.

[@christophermanning5320]

I just bought my 2022 G T special edition... Thoroughly loving it... Thankyou for your honest review 😎🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@wivesonbikes]

Gongratulations on your new bike!🤩 Drive safe😎

[@luisgordillo1695]

I got mines yesterday. And fucking love it. 🤘🤘

[@kunlelawal5250]

How much?

[@joseestupinan4484]

Well, finally someone honest in a motorcycle review. Most of the people will tell only the good things of their bikes. Good review, nice music.....now I do want one! jajaja

[@hockeymann88]

Beautiful shots of the bike. Appreciate the quality content.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!

[@dominiqueallard1254]

I have my GT from april 2020 and +/- 10.000km om the clock, I'm very very happy with this bike, nice, powerfull, confortable (also in duo), safe and easy to drive in any circumstances: motorways, small roads, moutain's roads... I recently put a quick shift, a must in sport mode and for mountain's roads. Same probleme with waterproofness of the bags, I got new one with watertigh bag inside...even efficient as a trash bag... Only real defect for me: the fuel tank is not big enough for long distances (250-270km max), from 240 km I pray to find a gas sation...

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi! Good to hear there has not been issues with the bike and you’re enjoying it! I have a quicshifter as well, and it is a must. I share the grief with fuel tank, let’S hope we won’t be left on the road😄

[@bouraan]

Great soothing commentary , Overall just brilliant videography. Cheers !

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!😊

[@Budget-Cars-And-Bikes]

Really enjoyed watching this, hope you do more videos in the future, your channel will grow to be huge I'm sure :)

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you for your Feedback! We are taking the first steps in learning this video stuff and the plan is to continue🙂🙂

[@Lectric_Blue]

Thanks for the great review. It is refreshing to watch and listen to an open and honest appraisal of a bike that the person has actually paid for, and not just a journalist's quick test ride. The videography is excellent too. One question if I may? If you wanted to use panniers I'm guessing you considered the 'GT' model before choosing the 'R'? Can you say why you chose the 'R' instead? Was it the position of the footrests by any chance? Happy and safe riding!

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, Thanks for your feedback. :) I tested the GT first and after that there was no way I would have bought it. GT felt just wrong. And it´s not that I have not ridden forward controls before and liked that on other bikes. When I got to test the R I was smitten. It looks better (red color really pops) and with the mid controls i felt like I am riding the bike and not just sitting as passenger, to me the R was the only option, but I needed the panniers as well. :) -P-

[@evanjones1393]

Great update on your travels with the bike cheers 👍

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you😀 More content is planned, also in Instagram😎

[@dionoliveira4058]

Great review and super captures, loved it and hope to see a longer term review follow up.

[@emak4558]

Nice cinematography. Thoughtful review.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you😊

[@adhddirect2577]

Thank you for your insightful and honestly refreshing review. I think it’s important to not only hear about the magic but also to understand that you need to get to know your new companion’s foibles. Cheers

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you. Yeah it is usually not just all roses. Then you need to decide are the issues something you can live with😅

[@NickGT221]

Excellent video. I saw the Rocket 3 GT on a tour of the Hinckley factory. I decided on the spot that I needed one. After a road test,my order went in. It arrives at the end of April 😁👍

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi! Thank you! Super exciting times ahead then.😁 Drive safe and enjoy👌

[@grizzlyspets1161]

Beautiful bike, one of the few id give up my Diavel for! I loved the honesty in this review and the cinematography was great

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you! Got to ride diavel last fall, that was fun!🔥

[@rc-things]

Planning to get one in the coming months. How is the heat since you are basically riding on top of a sedan class engine? I will be upgrading from a Harley-Davidson Street Rod 750. It gets uncomfortable level hot after riding in traffic.

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, it does get hot when in city traffic and if it is quite warm outside. When you’re in the move it’s okay👍 But not pleasent on a hot day in the city🙈

[@markettradinggenius]

Wives on Bikes, when you took your bike out in the rain, did you find any mud or water spray on the back of your jacket?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, not really, but maybe my height helped with that as I”m not super talo..so most went ”over me”.

[@thomasanderson4664]

What a nice video . I fell in Love With This Bike . Lol It be the bike I'd keep in my livingroom. Its wouldnt be parked anywhere else. A specail spot. I dont have one I have Granddaughter that need me. So I'll have to wait and Dream. I'm going to be a Great Grampa in a mouth. . Thank You for sharing this bike like You did!!!!! Big time nice !!!!

[@JDLowin]

Hey there...I haven't had a Triumph since my old '66 Bonneville !!! But...I love those Rockets and I thought your review was really nice !!!

[@MrBlompod]

I have a black one and everything you said was spot on 👍🏼 Its truly a wonderful motorcycle 😃 My only criticism is the colour… the black is like from a 2003 Toyota Rav 4 it’s horrid. The black on my brothers new MT09 is beautiful in comparison

[@davesouthey2619]

Really good review I just bought one .A GT version I have just sold my 2004 Rocket111 It was a hard decision because I loved that bike l hope I dont regret it 😜👍

[@sweebeyh4327]

Congratulations on a great video.👏👏

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!😎🔥

[@VikingBagsYT]

Great review video! Really informational! Keep up the good work!

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks! That is the plan👍👍

[@shahveera2394]

Wow it was an awesome usability detail. Can you please share your experience in urban traffics? Is it easy to maneuver?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, thank you! The bike is surprisingly easy or good to handle in the city, the heat of from the engine is the biggest ”pain”. Maneuvering when not in move at all (parking etc) is not my favourite thing with it, but doable.👍

[@johnfair62]

What brand of carn fiber tape did you use for the side cases? I think that was a good idea.

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, The job was done is a place that specializes in car fixing, coating and taping. I believe it is Avery Dennison SWF Carbon Fiber Black. The tape looks as good as when installed, even the bike has now 4000km in the clock.

[@johnfair62]

@@wivesonbikes Thank you!

[@rabukan5842]

Excellent honest, and beautiful review! Very well done! I just bought a 2022 Goldline Speedmaster and love it. Key though is the dealer as all new bikes, cars, boats, etc. can still have issues. Some of the issues you brought up though are design issues, and I think you are spot on, like the fuel tank sizes. Mine is 12L (3 gallon) and although I get 60mpg, I would still like a bit more distance. This bike is a keeper for sure, and I'm looking forward to your review of it someday (and your T-120, which I almost bought had the Speedmaster not come in,) but I will buy a Rocket III (probably GT) for my next and last bike (I'm 63) as what else would one need? :)

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you for your comment🙂 The plan is to update how things evolve with these bikes👍👍👍

[@davidgerlach1132]

All I can say is I'm off to hop in the saddle of a 3-R Tuesday! You may have a new Triumph member Wednesday...

[@Cowdog1]

I purchased the GT 3 months ago. 2022... so far, knock on wood... no problems. 2700 miles .

[@GeminiLane]

You're living my dream. 👍 Ride safe. 🏍

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks🔥

[@slavomirhlubocky6613]

Beautiful video👍. I wish you many happy kilometers🙂

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks!! You too😎😎💪

[@stanleylawson9015]

so are you still enjoying your bike, did you check out the GT as well, love this any more updates coming?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, Yeah I am. The plan is to get some footage before season end and to make an update how things went 👍 I tested the GT as well, but for this kind of a bike (and for me on it) the middle controls worked better. And the sportiness of a giant appeals too 😃 -P

[@stanleylawson9015]

@@wivesonbikes sounds great, yes just been looking at this beautiful bike love it in the red, how have you found it so far any issues

[@aeror115]

Cool impressions! Hope to get my hands on one too🤙

[@pedro_miguel_cotrim]

Great video! Triumph should use it!!!!

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks😍

[@TurboPonies]

Gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

[@randalsenior8477]

Good video your video was very helpful..I LOVE scarlet..that’s my red rocket 3 s name

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!!! This one is Bogey (Mörkö) in finnish, as it is looks so massive😁

[@ivanpisuljak3691]

How does this bike handle slow speed maneuvers, considering it’s weight?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, when you are in the move, even in lower speeds maneuvering, it’s not bad at all. Moments when not in the move but just parking and moving it around the garage are not my favourite, but doable.

[@craighoivik572]

Handles incredibly well at low speeds. I just got the GT. It lives up to its reputation, muscle cruiser- in my opinion is that is is far more rocket than cruiser.

[@markterence]

Very good video production! Your voice is also calming. How's the engine heat? I heard it gets really hot. Im from the Philippines and the traffic is really terrible. Will the engine burn my inner thighs? Thanks!

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!🙂🙂 Well the engine does produce heat and you start to feel it when standing in traffic. It does not burn you, but you’ll definitely feel it. I’m guessing hot/warm climate won’t help. As I’m trying to avoid traffic jams even in +20 celscius 🤨

[@johnfair62]

I have not had any trouble with mine. I have the 2020 version just like yours. Korosi red 3R. The fuel cap does not bother me, on the highway (Interstate) I was getting 43 mpg. I love mine and wouldn't change a thing on it.

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi! Nice to hear you’ve not had any problems. I enjoy details in general so I’m not surprised that a fuel cap catches my attention.😂 Enjoy the rides!🔥🔥 -P

[@jonathanee7786]

Love ur video. Will be amazing if U can feature BMW1250RT and Harley Davison Fatboy….

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you. Let’s see what bikes we get to test👍👍

[@shobags4593]

Well done, it’s a women’s world on the Rocket. Usually the first production versions tend to have niggles which will be ironed out in subsequent model years. Nevertheless it’s not all usual roses. Great review, Cheerio.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you for the Feedback. The blinkers are now fixed👍👍👍👍

[@barackblows1942]

Racist! ✊🏿

[@jimanders9971]

Great production values, pretty sure you are no amateur. Thanks for a great review as well.

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you! That feedback feels super as this video hobby has just started few months ago.😍 Nice to hear that the review might have given some new insigth on the bike as well.🙂🙂

[@jimanders9971]

@@wivesonbikes The review I appreciated for its quality but I have over 31,000 miles on my GT so I am not sure I gained any insight, lol.

[@wivesonbikes]

@@jimanders9971 Haha, yeh, well then you definitely know what it’s like.😂

[@jimanders9971]

Hope you keep up the great work.

[@wivesonbikes]

@@jimanders9971 that is the plan😎😎😎

[@bribri1657]

I'm a shorter rider as well. Would this bike be good for someone 5'5"?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, you should be fine especially If your driving boots give you few centimeters more👍👍

[@frantisekhrdina7387]

Hello, great review.. Please how tall are you?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, Thank you. Without shoes 166cm, i have boots that give me 5-6cm more to heel. Daytona ladies boot, super!

[@frantisekhrdina7387]

@@wivesonbikes Thank you, I am 170cm so that could be ok :-) I will try demo ride :-) Thank you and enjoy your beautifull machine.

[@wivesonbikes]

Yeah, you’ll be fine💪💪 Have a nice test ride, be warned, it might have consequences🏍🏍🔥😄

[@R3RLEE]

Nice review!

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you!

[@ajbombay]

Hey hi. Quite explicit review. This is Ajay from India. I am quite keen to go for Rocket 3R, but people here are saying not to buy Triumph and to go for Honda goldwing or BMW etc. Rocket 3R would be my very first bike as because i am riding Royal Enfield since a decade which is 350 Cc & 535 Cc respectively. Would you suggest Rocket 3R being a beginner?

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, The most scary part of the Rocket is the weight of it. The power is controllable and there are aids that help controlling the power, like using Rain or Road -driving modes. But the get most out of riding and building confidence, some other bike might be better option. But i would not take too small bike either. Like Bonneville T120 was my wives first bike, and that has been great. Rocket’s engine produces heat quite a lot. So If the climate is very hot, Rocket might be very hot.

[@SQTierHog]

@@wivesonbikes excellent reply, absolutely agree (experienced rider here looking to buy a Rocket)! What a great review, I must say the most calmest and soothing view on such a monster bike, bravo!

[@wivesonbikes]

@@SQTierHog Thanks😊

[@Fernando90054]

Ok it’s nice to acknowledge that such an impressive bike is in fact giving you the joy and pleasure that somehow is expected. But if you wanted to rev it harder and faster, the only counter I see is the lack of wind protection mainly when you need to munch some miles and go on highway routes.

[@pedro_miguel_cotrim]

...wind protection!!! its a "naked" bike...

[@Fernando90054]

Claro, isso já é m pressuposto do meu comentário. Nunca se pode ter tudo, mas seria bom !

[@mauroturolla3074]

It's a beautiful beautiful video end your voice It's sensuale. End I buy may R3 for engine is unique

[@wivesonbikes]

Thank you! We are planing a review of the Bonneville T120 also :)

[@QwkCollectionsGarage]

excellent video! well done

[@chuckmatses6803]

Yes, so many complaints. When will you be getting something else?

[@ShakespearesBruv]

Great review

[@charlier6566]

Well done. Thank you

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks!👍

[@k2390p]

Great video quality however the bg music could have been just a bit muted to help the clarity of the message :) cheers

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, thanks! We agree😅 Tried but the next level in our editointi software was zero🙈 Need to take into account next time when recording👍

[@dr.mohammedafzalsiddiqui9862]

@@wivesonbikes 0

[@santilmo2169]

Does it feel like a monster?

[@wivesonbikes]

It only does what you ask, but If you ask, it really moves. So yes and no. 🔥👍

[@barackblows1942]

Thanks for including the problems. Maybe Triumph will fix its QC in Thailand.💩 It’s refreshing to see a woman riding such a big bike. 👍

[@boyuansun364]

I have a black R, I love her

[@wivesonbikes]

Congrats!! Drive safe😎👌

[@pauldavdiyan2421]

Cool 👌🤘☠️🤘

[@williamsmith5521]

There is a waterproof bag for the inside

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, There are was no inside bags included :/

[@williamsmith5521]

@@wivesonbikes so then all that is needed is a waterproof bag to put innit . I am currently looking at either werkes or patriot fora better sound.

[@flesz_]

I suppose it's not a good beginner bike? :)

[@wivesonbikes]

The weight of the bike might be bigger issue than the engine for a beginner. But yeah, would not recommend it for a beginner.

[@mikagabriella4971]

Nice❤️🔥

[@ranjith.b5706]

It is comfortable for 6 feet person

[@wivesonbikes]

Hi, Should be alright👍👍 I’m not that tall😄

[@CIPOIK]

nice vdo. 👍

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks!👍

[@flex215]

Well done. Refreshing review and straight to the point. As for the dislikes on this production. YOUR DEAD INSIDE! 😆

[@wivesonbikes]

Thanks, and for the being dead…dont’ believe everything you see😂

[@SQTierHog]

@@wivesonbikes I'm hoping that that person meant that whoever gave you a thumbs down, a dislike, that those individuals must be dead inside.

[@wivesonbikes]

@@SQTierHog hope so😊

[@argishtenterprise]

Red color kills

[@oliverschwarz8532]

Thank you

[@michaelevans1658]

Triumph after sales not the best .My Street twin had whole new wiring harness with 1200 miles on clock . Sixty three thousand units effected. Started off with signal not flashing when turning bars on opposite lock.

[@wivesonbikes]

Hmm, need to hope that bigger troubles are not ahead😅

[@alwo3678]

Electrical issues on a British made machine?? Unheard of. I can’t wait to get this bike.

[@williamsmith5521]

Swedish?

[@wivesonbikes]

Finnish 😄

[@williamsmith5521]

@@wivesonbikes pelkonen? Also I need to guess the Honda...Fury?

[@noorshanto3560]

....how tall u r ?

[@wivesonbikes]

166cm without shoes…

[@marklewison6368]

Awesome well doe

[@austinhealyaustin1379]

Now she is selling the this bike 2022.

[@wivesonbikes]

Yep. Did that. And no regrets on that🔥

[@SQTierHog]

@@wivesonbikes I don't understand their comment. Did you end up selling your Rocket? If you did, you're allowed to do what you wish. :) If that is the truth, did you go for a newer model or did you buy something else? I've been looking at the Rocket. Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

[@wivesonbikes]

@@SQTierHog Yes the Rocket was sold. It is and was an awesome bike, but i need more versatility and i don’t want hold on to a bike even if it is great if i can’t use it for what I would need. Not an easy desicion but it has felt right. Insurance does not cover ride trainings on the track where we live. So Rocket for me, Rocket was top expensive to take on one.

[@1990-t1j]

Disappointing to hear you've had a few minor issues. I am interested in buying one and am put off by such stories. I bet your fuel consumption will improve when the bike is run in and you start doing longer distances. The engine must take forever to fully warm up.

[@wivesonbikes]

It warms up fast at least in a way you start feeling it. Even in Finnish summer 25 celsius the bike is quite hot be on.

[@1990-t1j]

@@wivesonbikes That is only the coolant warming up quickly. The engine oil on such a large capacity engine would take at least 20 minutes, maybe more, to fully warm up. Until then, it is not operating economically.

[@wivesonbikes]

@@1990-t1j not denying any of that. Just to note that the bike was not pleasent to be on due to the heat and well, that size of of engine what can you expect. Just one those things need to decide on whether one wants to live with it or not.

[@1990-t1j]

@@wivesonbikes Thanks for your comments. I am going to give it a year to see if this particular 'bike lust' wears off. I have just bought a pristine secondhand Yamaha SCR950 with only 4,200 km showing and also have a 2018 KTM 390 Duke, plus a Yamaha Aerox 155. I live in Thailand most of the year.

[@wivesonbikes]

@@1990-t1j that Yamaha looks like a fun bike🤩

[@philalbion867]

Cheapest lorry on the market

[@wivesonbikes]

Something like that😂

[@Lectric_Blue]

😂 That made me laugh!

[@philalbion867]

@@Lectric_Blue its ridiculously large. Hippo on wheels haha

[@briangarrett2427]

Not a bike for a chick!