Triumph Rocket 3 Storm Review: The Best Value Motorcycle In The World (Sort Of)

The Triumph Rocket 3 Storm is expensive as far as motorcycles go, but in a way, it kind of isn't. We rode this newly updated version of the Rocket in the South of France to see what it's like, and explain that it's one of the best value motorcycles money can buy. Sort of.

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[wraymogg]

I have the Black limited edition, since almost 3 years ago and 28000km. The best bike ever. I've ridden lots of bikes, even now I own 3 more (2 Indians and 1 MV Agusta), and the Rocket is the best of the bunch. Last summer I did 5500 km in 7 days on the Italian coast. No back hurt, no butt hurt, no arms hurt - I have no words to praise it enough...

[sileniu]

At 1 point in my life, i will get this bike ! Its such a beautiful bike and well glued.

[BarryMDHo]

Now with 6, 000km on my R3R Storm...yes, hell yes! Bonus, a 2 in 1, a naked bruiser, or with its mid sized windscreen, hand guards, saddlebags, and heated grips, a credible tourer. A real triumph by Triumph. Great review!

[jimanders]

The quick shifter is a no brainer, great value and great fun for the money. Also compared to my Harley Ultra the Rocket does not put out anywhere near the engine heat. I have over 80, 000 miles on my 2020 GT now and when it wears out I will be getting another Rocket. Great review, thanks.

[triumphthunderbird]

Had my TFC for over 4 years now. Magnificent machine!! Best bike ever built! Oh and that quickshifter is outstanding!

[stevetaylor]

Harley davidson prices but it actually moves

[lovingmylifeasIage]

It's a motor with 2 wheels, a seat, and a gas tank. Mostly motor.

[LanceBuckley]

First time I test rode one, I described the experience as like riding a Racing Elephant. I eventually bought a Suzuki B-King, which I loved, but often wonder...

[saltire]

So glad Triumph made this bike, i traded a 2020 Gsxr1000r for a Rocket 3r no regrets .The styling is superb and its power puts a smile on my face every time i ride it .The quickshifter is ok no where near as smooth as my prevoius bike, the tft could have been a bit bigger but overall this bike should be test ridden and im sure it would surprise a lot of folks .

[TheRealChetManley]

That's a bad ass muscle bike. I'm more of a street/speed triple man right now, but I'd love to have one of these.

[ragerider]

Nice review & a great bike. What an entertaining beast. A uniquely bonkers proposition & thank goodness Triumph made it! I can totally see the appeal but my twig legs would snap in half just looking at it lol.

[erolyalim]

I was amazed by how docile the bike was in town. But when you needed the power on the open road, it certainly was a thoroubred! I'll have to test ride one!

[davewilkirson]

90 days now with the Rocket 3 GT. Mine is a 2021. This is the one.

[nickrider]

It's like putting a Rolls Royce Merlin engine in a with a bike, but it works !

[markettradinggenius]

Visordown, Is it possible to raise the pegs up further on the Rocket 3R Storm?

[TT-mbrz]

Are you stuck with only avon tire as a choice? Does exist any other brand on that gigantic size? That is one of my worry

[hueydevotedUH]

I've had a TFC sitting in my garage since new. Waited more than a year after ordering it to arrive. Have yet to put a mile on it. Injury at work.😢

[michaelarchangel]

I'd like to have a go of one but the weight would put me off wanting to own one. Even at 67, I can still manage to push my Suzuki 1000 V twin up the ramp into my garage, albeit with a slight runup, or pick it up if it topples over, perhaps through carelessness with the sidestand. With this bike, I'd need the help of two neighbours. I met a guy some years ago, of the age I am now, and he'd installed a turntable in his garage for his Rocket 3. That's just silly.

[SSS-mpth]

Looks great and if you wait for a previous years model or on occasion 2 year old but unsold for almost $8, 000 off.

Same for the speed triple RR 2023 model near me is over $5k off.

So a long way of saying, no it’s not worth it.

[monkmoto]

Idk I need to see it has a responsive non delayed throttle before even consider it. Most new bikes feel so disconnected compared to what I’m used to I almost can’t get along with them. Every new bike I’ve demoed I couldn’t get off fast enough