2020 Rocket 3 R And GT Review | First Ride
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Triumph’s Rocket R and GT
Triumph’s Rocket R and GT get more power, better handling, and modern styling for 2020. Is more always better when the previous model already had the most? Cycle World finds out on the Spanish island of Tenerife.
“Rocket.” What pops into your head when that word registers in your cerebrum? If you’re reading this, you most likely think of speed and acceleration, delivered with a satisfying kind of violence. If you were to ride a rocket, it would most likely be terrifying. Noise, vibration, flames. On an overcast day on the volcanic island of Tenerife, Spain, I rode a Rocket, and there was no terror, violence, or flames. There was, however, speed, acceleration, and satisfaction. This is the 2020 Rocket 3 R.
What’s New For The 2020 Rocket 3?
Totally redesigned for 2020, Triumph’s Rocket 3 R bumps up the cubes, firmly cementing it as the largest-displacement production motorcycle in the world—not that it had any competition before. With the engine change comes a new chassis, and more modern and aggressive styling. Gone are the traditional American cruiser lines with fat, swooping fenders and massive chromed exhaust pipe. This new Rocket is truly a roadster, sleeker and more refined but still commanding in presence. Fit and finish is improved, especially on the engine. No longer does the longitudinally mounted engine look as if it was ripped from a tractor and wedged into a cruiser. The Rocket is easy on the eyes, and many an “Ooh, that’s nice” was heard uttered by passersby at the launch’s multiple stops.
So it looks great, but the Rocket 3 has always hung its hat on massive power and torque thrusting the rider forward with authority. Its ferocity is sort of a motorcycling urban legend—it was quick for a cruiser-style motorcycle. But was it really a beast? It certainly has beastly qualities. Now with an all-new 2,458cc triple (Triumph rounds up to 2,500cc in marketing materials; that’s only a 2 percent number fudge, so I’m good with it), claimed horsepower is 165—an impressive number. But the torque number is where eyeballs bulge with surprise: 163 pound-feet. Even with a claimed dry weight of 642 pounds, that much oomph seems ludicrous. Monstrous really.
Not only were the displacement and power increased, but Triumph shaved—no, hacked—weight from the engine. The new crankcase is 24 pounds lighter; new balancer shafts cut 8 more pounds; and a new dry-sump lubrication system with an integrated oil tank removes nearly another 9 pounds from the engine.
The frame is 50 percent lighter—an all-new aluminum design that is constructed of cast and forged components. Not only has the mass been reduced, but the physical size has also shrunk as the frame now employs a backbone-type layout rather than the old twin-spar configuration. It is also shorter in both length and height. To the left and the right of the headstock integrated air intakes feed Rocket’s airbox, and allow for some extra growl to reach the rider.
In all, the 2020 Rocket 3 R carries 88 pounds less than the previous model.
Fully adjustable Showa suspension complements the new frame. A 47mm fork is adjustable for compression and rebound while a piggyback monoshock adjustable for compression, rebound, and preload controls the movement of the single-sided, shaft drive-integrated swingarm. At the ends of both are all-new multi-spoke aluminum wheels: 17 inches in diameter in the front, and 16 at the rear. When asked why not a 17-inch wheel at the rear, Rocket’s chief engineer said a 17-inch wheel didn’t give the right look and stance. But he was adamant to point out that performance was not compromised for the sake of style. And the fat Avon Cobra Chrome tires specially developed for Triumph are imposing, with a tall sidewall that gives the Rocket a musclebound look.
A stripped-down roadster appearance showcases the centerpiece of the Rocket 3: the engine. On the right side, three hydroformed and hand-welded exhaust headers are masterfully crafted and finished. Tucked neatly underneath the bike, a triple outlet exhaust (two in the right, one on the left) finishes the exhaust system with a more aggressive, short style that speaks to a performance motorcycle rather than a cruiser. Stubby fenders and high rear subframe also are sleek and modern. One carryover, however, is the iconic twin headlight setup—now LED with Triumph’s signature shaped daytime running lights. Behind the lights sits a bright and easy-to-read color TFT dash. Each feature is well-finished and more polished than the next.
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“Rocket.” What pops into your head when that word registers in your cerebrum? If you’re reading this, you most likely think of speed and acceleration, delivered with a satisfying kind of violence. If you were to ride a rocket, it would most likely be terrifying. Noise, vibration, flames. On an overcast day on the volcanic island of Tenerife, Spain, I rode a Rocket, and there was no terror, violence, or flames. There was, however, speed, acceleration, and satisfaction. This is the 2020 Rocket 3 R.
What’s New For The 2020 Rocket 3?
Totally redesigned for 2020, Triumph’s Rocket 3 R bumps up the cubes, firmly cementing it as the largest-displacement production motorcycle in the world—not that it had any competition before. With the engine change comes a new chassis, and more modern and aggressive styling. Gone are the traditional American cruiser lines with fat, swooping fenders and massive chromed exhaust pipe. This new Rocket is truly a roadster, sleeker and more refined but still commanding in presence. Fit and finish is improved, especially on the engine. No longer does the longitudinally mounted engine look as if it was ripped from a tractor and wedged into a cruiser. The Rocket is easy on the eyes, and many an “Ooh, that’s nice” was heard uttered by passersby at the launch’s multiple stops.
So it looks great, but the Rocket 3 has always hung its hat on massive power and torque thrusting the rider forward with authority. Its ferocity is sort of a motorcycling urban legend—it was quick for a cruiser-style motorcycle. But was it really a beast? It certainly has beastly qualities. Now with an all-new 2,458cc triple (Triumph rounds up to 2,500cc in marketing materials; that’s only a 2 percent number fudge, so I’m good with it), claimed horsepower is 165—an impressive number. But the torque number is where eyeballs bulge with surprise: 163 pound-feet. Even with a claimed dry weight of 642 pounds, that much oomph seems ludicrous. Monstrous really.
Not only were the displacement and power increased, but Triumph shaved—no, hacked—weight from the engine. The new crankcase is 24 pounds lighter; new balancer shafts cut 8 more pounds; and a new dry-sump lubrication system with an integrated oil tank removes nearly another 9 pounds from the engine.
The frame is 50 percent lighter—an all-new aluminum design that is constructed of cast and forged components. Not only has the mass been reduced, but the physical size has also shrunk as the frame now employs a backbone-type layout rather than the old twin-spar configuration. It is also shorter in both length and height. To the left and the right of the headstock integrated air intakes feed Rocket’s airbox, and allow for some extra growl to reach the rider.
In all, the 2020 Rocket 3 R carries 88 pounds less than the previous model.
Fully adjustable Showa suspension complements the new frame. A 47mm fork is adjustable for compression and rebound while a piggyback monoshock adjustable for compression, rebound, and preload controls the movement of the single-sided, shaft drive-integrated swingarm. At the ends of both are all-new multi-spoke aluminum wheels: 17 inches in diameter in the front, and 16 at the rear. When asked why not a 17-inch wheel at the rear, Rocket’s chief engineer said a 17-inch wheel didn’t give the right look and stance. But he was adamant to point out that performance was not compromised for the sake of style. And the fat Avon Cobra Chrome tires specially developed for Triumph are imposing, with a tall sidewall that gives the Rocket a musclebound look.
A stripped-down roadster appearance showcases the centerpiece of the Rocket 3: the engine. On the right side, three hydroformed and hand-welded exhaust headers are masterfully crafted and finished. Tucked neatly underneath the bike, a triple outlet exhaust (two in the right, one on the left) finishes the exhaust system with a more aggressive, short style that speaks to a performance motorcycle rather than a cruiser. Stubby fenders and high rear subframe also are sleek and modern. One carryover, however, is the iconic twin headlight setup—now LED with Triumph’s signature shaped daytime running lights. Behind the lights sits a bright and easy-to-read color TFT dash. Each feature is well-finished and more polished than the next.
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