2020 Triumph Rocket 3 GT | FIRST RIDE REVIEW

[@martinbadenhorst5632]

I have been on many different bikes. From Bmw S1000RR, GS1250, H2, various other amazing motorbikes but nothing comes close to this! The rocket really ripped my socks off. The stability, the looks, ride position, features, the brut brut power on that massive wide back tyre. My oh my!!! This is the king of kings!!! Yes some super bikes will be quicker but nothing, nothing comes close to this beast. This bike will cause families to split up. Go try it for yourself and prove me wrong. Truimph GT 2.5 Rocket is fu!#ing amazing. The KING OF KINGS. Everything on this beast is fantastic. I love love love this masterpiece.

[@RichyVida]

Great comment Martin and yes, I agree. What an amazing machine!

[@Gallagher2112]

That’s a stonkin’ ride mate! What a beautiful machine, and the design of the rear pegs are utterly brilliant. Triumph nailed it on this one. I’ve admired the Rocket since it’s initial launch, but your vid made me WANT ONE!

[@jimanders9971]

If u buy one you will love it, just sayin!

[@UncleWally3]

The pinch-weld free tank is a major contribution to the bike’s sculptured appearance; bravo Triumph!

[@AdamsLifeRiding]

Now that is how you do a motorcycle review. I could feel the passion you have for the Rocket 3. It looks and sounds like a absolute beast. I really enjoyed the video thanks

[@LambChopRides]

Such an awesome bike isnt, I absolutely love it

[@piersdenney]

Laughed my arse off through this episode. Nice one. Knew you’d love the Rocket 3. I still giggle every time I crack the throttle open. Hope the weather gets better for you.

[@jimanders9971]

I have over 27,000 km on my GT now and I still get the goofy smile when I open up the throttle!

[@davidhardstaff8110]

Do you ever carry a pillion? If so what's the verdict, comfortable for how long?

[@andyscooter5753]

the advanced indicator option means you can do a quick press of button and it only does 3 flashes . longer press of button for normal , both self cancel after set times

[@RichyVida]

Cheers Andy

[@Roy_Godiksen]

This bike is on my "Must Try" list. Looks amazing and from what everyone who rides it says, it's great to ride too.

[@marksimpson5218]

A lot of people will try, but not many will buy.The weight will soon become tiresome, I do love the looks tho.

[@Doc_58]

I've had a few Triumphs Richy,in fact I have a Scrambler 1200 garaged with my Ninja 1000 and the Scrambler is the same what I like is the fact that Triumph are making bikes people want to buy and have come on in leaps and bounds in my opinion

[@garysramblings8584]

Hi Richy, great "First" review mate, but I totally agree with you. I saw the bike in the bike press pictures and thought it was beautiful. Went to the bike show to try one for size, and had to fight to get on it. I put my deposit down in January for the first of march, but I didn't actually get it till the 27th of May. I went for the silver grey GT, just coming up to 4000 miles and I still can't stop smiling, I don't think that torque will ever get old, and the burble on overrun is fantastic. Ride safe mate and I'm looking forward to more of the same.

[@RichyVida]

Oh wow lucky man. Yeah, what an absolutely beautiful bike!

[@rogercollins9298]

Totally agree its a fantastic bike

[@G100666]

There I was trying to find an excuse to order one of these. Still not sure whether the R or the GT is the right one for me but, thank you, I now have to only choose between these two. Perfect review. Subscribed.

[@RichyVida]

Glad you liked it. My absolute favourite bike of 2020, no doubt. Absolutely beautiful.

[@bunhead8]

I used to park beside one when I rode to work in downtown Toronto, a brit owned it...he called it his getting around town bike!

[@petethompson1282]

Auto advanced indicatord mean the flash for 3 flashes short press,long press they stay on for 65 meters/8 seconds before auto cancelling, auto just does it for 8/65 regardless

[@Joe-zu8ml]

Great bike, I love mine. I did put the mid controls on, I think it's much more comfortable and handles better with the mid controls. It's pretty good in the corners too, I almost have worn down my lean angle indicators.

[@RichyVida]

Wow! Top man

[@ronnielozano6226]

I have a 2005 Rocket III , added an after market exhaust and a power commander. Power commander set for fuel economy and getting 37 mpg on my rocket. Love the bike

[@wilko527]

I had a v max 1200, really comfy. Seat reminds me of one. Can't imagine more than twice that torque though.

[@damionharris8776]

I think the Advance indicator option allows you to use self cancelation after 2 or 3 blinks activated with a quick touch of the directional indicator or a manual cancelation holding the indicator for a longer duration.

[@CNDUK-q8r]

Nice one Richy - and I must have watched at least 10 R3 reviews. Yours is a fresh approach.

[@RichyVida]

Thanks!

[@k-rod2453]

Own one here in Canada. It is awesome. Mine is the R. I own 3 bikes. Harley ultra limited and a Yamaha xsr 900. Everyone looks and asks about it. Great review.

[@mikewood6071]

I share your enthusiastic appreciation for this bike live in Texas, and I just bought a used 2021 GT with 2000 miles on it, in ice grey three tone. The original owner put a werx exhaust on it. I was going to test ride a Tiger 900 after test riding the Rocket. I fell in lust as soon as I cranked it up. After the test ride, I completely forgot about the Tiger. The torque on this bike is so brutal, it makes you behave…..for a little bit I absolutely LOVE this bike No buyers remorse, or wondering what another bike would be like Love your vids

[@RichyVida]

Oh love this comment. Man, WHAT a bike!

[@docgreen4934]

And he runs up and smashes the ball into the net. Whoops - it’s not a soccer channel, it’s a bike channel!! Richy you nailed it. This big and I mean BIG brother of the Speedmaster is some bike and you’re the only reviewer who’s expressed the absolute joy and thrill of it. It’s just a fab bike. I’ve got a whole “team” out doing paper rounds so I can buy one. Never mind whether the kids can eat - get them out to work too!! You’ll be needing a bigger garage and I’ve got planning permission underway for an indoor footy pitch just to house this beauty. It’s a toy but my god what a toy - thanks so much for the best ever review! Yours aye, Alan

[@jfro5867]

Why would you buy that R18 thing over this? Much more power, better handling, brakes, comfort, presence, usability, tech, pillion provision. Nice review

[@snakeman9902]

I don't like cruisers as a rule, but the raised back seat, the over all look of this sheer beautiful machine has caught my eye, it is a fantastic all round machine. I want one.

[@RichyVida]

Me too, buddy! It’s amazing

[@rogercollins9298]

Had a gt since early july and absolutely love it take a test ride and you,ll see what i mean 👍

[@snakeman9902]

@@rogercollins9298 Thanks for the advice, I will, I am use to sport tourers, so my only concern, will I be able to adapt on the test drive to a giant cruiser, let's see 👍😁

[@M4BoarBiker]

I've found the fuel gauge ok on my Tiger Sport, had the same issue when I first had it. If you let the tank go down to almost empty then fill up after a couple of times it will behave as normal. In my experience anyway ... great video.

[@rickseibel5904]

As regards the 3rd turn signal function: I had an 08 Victory Vision Street, that when signaling a lane change one need only push and hold the lever for a minimum of 3 flashes and then would cancel automatically when you released the signal lever. If you mistakenly released the lever at anything less than three blinks you would have to take that extra step to cancel. Unless the lean angle was sufficient that the signals would self cancel. I really liked that feature as it was very handy on long Interstate (or motorways on your side of the pond) trips. Unfortunately have yet to find that feature on another motorcycle.

[@M4BoarBiker]

Love your enthusiasm for this bike. Great to see you on a British brand ! I'm looking forward to more Rocket and indeed Triumph video, , please 😃

[@tucker9162]

Nowt wrong in going out in textile waterproofs on any bike, I do it on my BMW S1000RR

[@RichyVida]

No I know. Was only for the image of the initial film 👍

[@markmundy3435]

The fuel gauge deal is just a Triumph thing, they all do it! Oh and auto advanced indicators gives you the quick flick 3 flash option.

[@RichyVida]

Thank you 👍

[@mightybeanstick9872]

I think it's for lane changes...?

[@markmundy3435]

Yep, proper handy on the M-way and coming off islands.

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

You took that on some silly roads, should’ve been out on the open twisties 👍😂

[@fredercolani]

I bought a Harley Roadking a few months ago and the more I see this the more I wish I would have considered the rocket 3

[@sleepindragon179]

20:20 "I've got one of the biggest bikes in the world to test, I better take it down a lane with grass growing in the middle of it". Brave Richy, I'll give you that!

[@RichyVida]

Haha you know me! Haha

[@stevebolton8471]

Really cool that it is as fine on back roads as main roads. A lot of the finest scenery is in the back roads. Torque is addictive eh? Great review.

[@NickGT221]

Went on factory tour in November, saw one in the cafe 😱 wow! Sat on it , and knew I had to have one. Road tested the R, absolutely awesome machine. Ordered the 221 GT. The riding position is more in keeping with what I'm used to, after 20yrs!! on a Road King

[@Jonathan-L]

I'd love to see a production bike race series with the whole field on gen #2 Rockets :)

[@lifeontheroad3392]

The sound of that engine is lovely

[@JetCooper3D]

Bought the 3R and have never looked back... It is an amazing bike - just need to ride one to join the club.

[@markterence]

Hi! How's the heat from the engine? I am from the Philippines and our weather is so hot. Will the engine heat fry my balls?

[@stevengiles6140]

Leather jacket and jeans in October you must be crazy man lol. Love the way you had her spinning up brilliant!

[@paulrobinson3528]

I'm now 51. The last bike i rode was a classic 350lc which i loved. I want one of these!!!

[@RichyVida]

Me too!

[@keithwilliams4262]

I've loved these from launch. Sadly 20k+ is out of my league but a little wait and I wonder what a 3 year old on will be worth? Looking forward to this review series. Two up would be interesting. Stay safe mate. Oh my trophy feels heavier than that rocket and those rear pegs are a masterpiece. I bet ducati are thinking... why didn't we think of that

[@maxflight777]

Keith, it’s a great bike. It will sell well. (Sometimes to the PCP crowd who can’t really afford them) You are in the right place, save up, because in a few years they will fall in price and you’ll be able to get a great value purchase. I’m sure it will give you years of fun.

[@terrible2u]

I testrode both the R and GT, the later hurt my lower back after about an hour, on the R however, I can ride forever. Ended up buying an R. Also sold my 2021 R1 for the room and funds, which I loved. But too close to go to prison each time I rode it. Also, your ass hurts after half an hour. Very happy with the swap!

[@pjbaddict]

Had a rocket for 2 years, loved it but the weight ground me down eventually to the point where I had to get rid. 2020 Superduke R and loving biking again

[@threethrushes]

What was the issue with the weight?

[@JohnG-gu5wo]

@@threethrushes it weighs about 3 tonne , diavel 1260s any day of the week

[@markwolf8152]

The new Rocket is 40Kgs lighter than the old one. I had the old Rocket for 7 years and the weight was an issue for me. I bought the TFC and believe me the weight has just disappeared on the new one

[@Motorcycle_Mike]

Crackin first ride.... Errrrr, third ride review! Haha Love it Richy, sic bike, I need to ride one now👍🏻

[@andyhorton1472]

I had a feeling you quite liked it 😁. Great video. Loved your enthusiasm.

[@dinbosco9658]

You have a nice presentation style with funny awesome commentary. The bike is a piece of art of course

[@sweebeyh4327]

Beautiful bike. Never seen it green laneing though! You have demonstrated its versatility Rich 👌😉

[@R3RLEE]

Top review...And thats exactly how l described this bike...A masterpiece...a masterclass of motorcycle manufacturing. I have the rocket roadster and this is something else!! Like l said top review. Subscribed!

[@markettradinggenius]

the pegs on the rocket 3R needs to be raised about another 1 inch or so, so that it's no scraping the cement when riding on twisty roads...

[@Trevor_J_Neville]

The sound of the triple 😍😍.

[@CRAZYLEGSONABIKE]

Biggest bike I've had is the 1600 triumph thunderbird. Great bike the rocket loved the vlog to pal looked liked you loved it too.. 👊👊👊

[@waynedl99]

@11:30 - and, to really bring it into perspective, it's a triple, so EACH cylinder is bigger than your VFR's total capacity..

[@RichyVida]

🙌🙌🙌

[@yorkshireR9T]

I'm not a cruiser guy, but it does float my boat.

[@alexwilhelmi8226]

Every rocket 3 review is good, but this is really really good 👍 I love that bike. Badass 💯 Cheers from Iowa 🍻

[@RichyVida]

Thank you, Sir! Yep, I agree. Amazing bike.

[@jamescattanach1129]

That has to be your best intro to date. Awesome as always

[@RichyVida]

Thank you!

[@garethcouhig6055]

How excited are you,that’s some machine.good video.slaynt vie Richy 👍🇮🇲Manxman

[@Zodliness]

@RichyVida Auto Basic - The self-cancelling function is on. The direction indicators will activate for eight seconds and an additional 65 metres. Auto Advanced - The self-cancelling function is on. A short press activates the direction indicators for three flashes. A longer press activates the direction indicators for eight seconds and an additional 65 metres. Manual - The self-cancelling function is off. The direction indicators must be manually cancelled using the direction indicator switch.

[@RichyVida]

🙌

[@bobcarter5548]

Fabulous real world review Mr V. Excellent. First time I have seen you so out of breath and stoked on a review. Cannot wait for next chapter. 😎

[@RichyVida]

Cheers Bob

[@English-Motorcycle-Adventures]

Great video Rich 👍🏻👏🏻 the Bike looks awesome 👏🏻 👍🏻 👏🏻🏍💨

[@skulldaddy8431]

Some of those roads made me think I was watching million $ Bogan...LOL.. Great review.. just found you today... and subscribed.... I’m looking hard at this bike....been a HD guy forever but this bike has my eye...Thanks for the review

[@pedroc6823]

Had a Diavel a few years ago and its faster than the GT, But dang that torque is like a drug on that GT. I found myself doing the same cursing in several languages as that torque kicked in , in a good way of course.

[@kwiqniss]

How is Diavel faster? The rocket had world's fastest 0-60. Are you referring to quarter mile times? Something else? Any vids?

[@angowT]

Great, real world review. Beautiful roads you have there. I'm in Cornwall and really struggle on my Vmax sometimes. GT would just be too big.

[@maverickthebastard]

This is Derbyshire, the roads are not as good as this review would suggest, in fact they are positively bone shaking on the wrong bike, ie, Harley 48 1200, which I have.

[@mbmendiola]

That machine is extremely beautiful man! I am jealous.

[@gordonriddell2493]

I love my 21 GT, after a Boss Hoss 5.7L I thought I couldn't get the same acceleration - I was wrong! In Sport mode it hauls like a demon! And it goes round corners. I love everything about it and I'll never sell it - it goes in the will. The torque is a big number until you ride it. And it's not that big and heavy very low weight - easy to manoeuvre - check out the green lane footage. Rain mode meant a Welsh tour was no issue - never squirrelly. And doesn't it look good?

[@RichyVida]

It’s beautiful!

[@bert18121]

Best review vid you’ve done so far Rich. Awesome work. Thanks👍

[@bert18121]

Ps. Those gloves look decent. What are they?

[@TheBroadyBikers]

There something else aren't they. My VMAX was awesome but these are spine tingling lol. I couldn't stop laughing when I rode it. Your vid just brought it all back.

[@RichyVida]

It’s weird how something so awesome just makes you laugh, isn’t it?! I guess it’s a nervous reaction. 👍

[@TheBroadyBikers]

@@RichyVida haha yes, including the swearing. I took my future son in-law out on the vmax and kept seeing his feet fly past my head so God know what it be like as a pillion on one of these.

[@brianbalcer]

First, and maybe only thing I would want to change on it if I had one, is the exhaust. 2500cc should not sound like a sewing machine. Anyways, very beautiful wherever you are riding. The total opposite of where I ride in the California desert. It was 113 degrees today.

[@ozbiker5311]

Hello everyone from Australia the Rocket 3 is a fantastic bike!! Also this is my latest video of my Rocket 3 that I'm sharing trying to give hope and put a smile on Rider's & people's faces in lock down. With the words in the song at the beginning and at the end of the video hope you enjoy it. Share it with if you think it will help someone 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 Slaying Mountains - ​@​

[@DarthRidiculous]

I test rode one of these this week. A 2022 GT. The pull is insane! 0 to 60 in - how did I get to 90? I'm only in 3rd gear!!

[@drdoolittle5724]

Don't know how many followers you have but i'd give a pound just to hear you running it for a year, and doing my local racetrack flat-out, you know, Douglas back to Douglas!!!

[@RichyVida]

Oh man! I would LOVE to have this beast for a year!

[@Gaz1za21]

What a difference a week makes, supercub last week and now the beast!!👍🤣👌

[@elephantsmemory3142]

Teapotone was thinking Richy would turn up on the African twin It would have done his head in if he had rocked up on this bike

[@jimanders9971]

An update on my earlier comment. I now have almost 50,000 miles on my 2020 GT and still I love hopping on it every time. I bought a Harley CVO as a second bike and after a few months I sold it. Every time I choose which bike to ride it was always the Rocket, so there was no sense in keeping the Harley. And the Rocket certainly will lift the front wheel, lol.

[@RichyVida]

Wow that’s awesome, Jim! Lucky boy!

[@debbieclegg2485]

wowza 🌠 I don't think there's words mega enough for this 💫💛🙌

[@paulchandler5004]

Ah! Lower back issues. That's what stopped me riding my VFR Gen5. Miss it terribly

[@motorheadforlife9431]

That utterly is a beast since I first saw it. Safe rides always, mate.🖒

[@Fishing8136]

Great pics too😎🇨🇦 great vid

[@KingBespokeCreations]

Is it quite quiet? I’ve only seen a few out on the road and generally surprised I can’t hear them coming. It is an unbelievably stunning looking bike!

[@RichyVida]

I think “refined” over quiet. Understated, gentle.

[@leeedenborough6855]

AWSOME!!! I bought a vfr because of you, now I want one of these! Maybe in a decade!!

[@RichyVida]

Me too!

[@andrewgibbs5135]

Talking quickly there Rich......excited !

[@rizzorides2490]

Just ran across your vids. You, Sir, are a CHARACTER! LOVE IT! Birds of a feather.... New Subscriber from San Marcos, Texas 🇺🇸

[@RichyVida]

Welcome, Brother! Thanks very much! Hey, if you’re new, check out my USA series! 🙌

[@roadkingnothing]

When you where looking for somewhere to pull up to show us something I knew it was gonna be the rear pegs 😂 they are fantastic!

[@RichyVida]

Haha brilliant! LOVE this bike! 🤩

[@rottieman347]

I guessed you'd be having a Rocket, you obviously enjoyed it. John P

[@Banditmanuk]

Enjoyed watching that Richy. Don't know if you collected the bike from the factory at Hinckley but if you go upstairs in the visitor experience they have the early test mules for this bike. It actually had the Tiger 1200 engine in the Rocket frame. Anyway there is loads there to look at if you are a Rocket fan. (Alternatively there is a vid on my channel about 8 months ago showing it) Looks an awesome machine but think I would choose the other model with the pegs in the more conventional place. Cheers. Richard.

[@RichyVida]

I didn’t, but I hope to get chance for a loom round. I really love the forward controls!

[@johnwild2331]

What a bike!! Great review mate 👍🏻

[@pinnacleoffaithchurchofgod8212]

You need to bring that bike to the expressways of Chicago, you need a dirt bike for those roads. That bike deserves 4 lane concrete highways my friend

[@theonlyredspecial]

I managed to pick up one of the two black r versions that hit (NI). Love it. Its a torque fest ! Fastest bike I’ve ridden 0-60.

[@grim6107]

need to try this bike.. whats the wind preotection like ?? if any

[@JohnnyXoz]

I've just told my builder to make my garage at least 100feet long and 50feet wide to fit the Rocket 3...Cheers Richy 👍

[@johnvaleriewelbers2995]

😯 wow cool 😎 awesome bike for sure. 😂on the horn. Would love to test ride one one day. 😎🏍💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦 great vid thanks for sharing

[@maxflight777]

Love this! I could see myself buying one. But, pray, why do they see the need to put a 2500cc badge on the top of the engine? Just to appeal to the “whad’ll it do Mista?” onlookers ? Who needs their approval ?

[@mandybennett2772]

Great review, loved the passion you have,and what a machine. Everyone though, moans about the fuel gauge taking a few minutes to register, I don't have an issue with that because I know its full, because I just filled it.lol.

[@onebeammotorcycle8364]

Nice video sir. I'm really close to pull the trigger on one. It would be the r though. I like the red one better. 👍👍 mate

[@RichyVida]

Lucky man!

[@BigBikeAdventures]

A proper BIG bike! ❤️ Road ripping power!

[@RichyVida]

Eye-watering, mate !

[@rielfernandes]

Hey Richy, I’ve watched this video many times loved it.. Just wanted to know what’s the camera you use on the windscreen…

[@RichO1701e]

Been hoping you'd be doing a review on the Rocket3 since I first saw it a pre-release, press & customers event at Triumph York about a year ago. Full production model, and yes, I noticed the pillion pegs. As a newbie at the time with a VFR as a 1st bike, it blew my mind 🤯🤯 A bike with a bigger engine than 90% of UK cars on the road?! WATF! Cracking review

[@RichyVida]

Glad you enjoyed mate! Thanks for having the little sticker beside your name, too 👍

[@RichO1701e]

@@RichyVida no worries dude, the amount of your vids I've watched for free... 😜🤙🏻

[@leewhite4887]

Great review, Good job RV

[@shauncarlpope33]

I wish I could wheelie it! 😅 It spins the back tyre, although I’m sure Kevin Carmichael will manage it Cracking review as always mate 🤘

[@RichyVida]

I thought if anyone had, it’d be you! Thank you, pal. I owe ya one! (Or ten ;-) )

[@ianjames3218]

What the bloody hell Mr V. It's the equivalent of the star trek enterprise. Remember your own words be bloody CAREFUL lol. Love that bike I would not be able to take it off the stand lol

[@antonoat]

All I can say is watch it on those greasy roads, what a monster, lol. If you want a bike for towing a caravan this is probably it !

[@lynsmith1096]

Good first look video Richy

[@grossi46]

Another awesome video buddy. Keep um coming 👍👍🏍🏍

[@JAF41972]

What a stunning bike 👍

[@CityBob]

Masterpiece indeed! I really need to edit the footage of the weekend loan of the Rocket 3 GT I did 2 months ago! My old Sprint takes ages to show fuel after a fill up, so does my mates new Triple. It's a Triumph thing. How did you find the GT? I loved the forward controls, but I found it hard to keep my feet on the pegs and bum on seat, with nothing to hook your feet round. I had my on night time screen, it looked so much better imo. The rocket has a lovely rumble, but I thought it was a little too quiet. Loved those hidden pegs too. its such a lovely touch. I was amazed how much attention the bike got when I had it. So many people saying "nice bike" whenever I stopped. Even my gorgeous Sprint doesn't get that much attention lol. The turning circle surprised me too, do you find the turning circle better than the VRRs? It was better than my sprints. I wouldn't take that green laning, but can you imagine spanking that across a beach?! That would be awesome.

[@RichyVida]

I totally love it! Yeah, turning circle is way more than I expected. It deserves the attention it gets, for sure. Love that it’s appealing to non-bikers too. Really great machine!