Triumph Rocket 3 Comparison | Which One, GT or R?

I tested the Triumph Rocket 3 GT version back in January and loved it! So thought it was about time I tried the R version to try and decide which version is best. To do this I enlisted some help, and we headed off to the seaside on both versions to decide which is the best Rocket.

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[jimanders]

Just an update, I have just over 45, 000 miles on my GT now and still loving it. I did put the mid mounted pegs on and I am very happy with the change. The ideal combo for me, GT bars and mid pegs. Also I have passed many many crotch rockets in the twisties and have only been passed by one that I couldn’t keep up with. And I am an old man, lol.

[Larry_Mott]

I own the R (in Korosi red) And like it a lot. To me the deal breakers with the GT is the riding position that puts all weight on your arse and every bump gets your tail bone and transfer up your spine. Not a fan of dragging heels through corners either (or getting right lower leg roasted, which it WILL be once the temperature goes up around and above 25° C. I also don't like the paint job on the GT in your test, but of course that's purely subjective. The beauty of the R3 is no matter which one you buy you can transform it into the other since all the bits fit the other.
Too late now, i know, but you should try lowering the pegs on the R.
Fun to watch nevertheless, Cheers!

[alexjames]

Love the "I'm not on YouTube" lady! Stick her on the back and film it!

[coffee_cneces]

Love the dual-vlog style!!! Please more of that type😍!! Great vid again 😍

[TheTripleDubya]

Have ridden the R model and after comparing price and options, I'd got for the GT with the mid peg solution which would take care of the handlebar reach issues and give you a better seat and heated grips to boot. Totally loved my time on the R but have to agree that both models could do with fancier paint schemes.

[evoermine]

Great review. Really enjoyed listening to that other fella chatting with you. You should do more vids together!

[jimanders]

Well I have 11, 000 miles on my GT and I am still blipping the throttle every chance I get, lol.

[shortlifeliveit]

I loved the review, thank you. I bought myself a Rocket3TFC as my first ‘big bike’ without even riding the thing first (yes I know...). It was delivered before lockdown so couldn’t ride it for the first time until a couple weeks ago. I’m in to love. I was afraid it would be too much of everything, weight, power etc for a newbie, but after riding a few times it felt like home. TFC has quick-shifter as standard which is fantastically smooth up and down the gearbox. It’s also has an arrow exhaust which sounds fantastic. It feels like the Harley-Davidson Breakout I rode as the original bike I planned to buy in comfort but I was wringing the neck of the breakout in a test-ride and hitting rev-limiter, not something you expect to do as a new rider so was disappointing.
Rocket is a much better option if you want a cruiser with real muscle with the added benefit of useful safety tech and fun-factor on 100% even at slow speeds. Thanks again for review. Keep up the good work.

[jeffsappington]

Really enjoy the "two on two" comparison. Two perspectives an two similar machines. Brilliant.

[rykehuss]

Doesnt matter. Its literally just options list spec, both of them. Like the GT handlebar but dont like the GT peg position? you can change it. Or the handlebar. And the backrest, and the seat. Its all configurable. GT or R is just specs for buyers who dont want to bother. You can buy the GT and spec it into the R version and vice versa. Same engine, same transmission, same electronics, everything that matters is the same, the rest is configurable.

Also I heard that the GT spec with its forward pegs is kinda unruly at highway speeds due to wind lifting your feet off, which sounds scary since this thing can do 180 mph. So perhaps move the pegs to the middle position or invest in some kind of foot wind deflector. I bet some garage with a 3D printer can make custom ones for like $800 or something, complete with fluid dynamics simulation to make sure the design is effective.

[deanharris]

Great review again chops 👍
You know that you've now got to compare the Diavel 1260 against the Diavel 1260 S. Being that it is the same set up as the Triumph's GT and R model's. 🙂

[jazzboy]

Great review! But let your buddy know that the new Harleys don't rattle. My 2020 Road Glide Special is tight and rides amazingly in the twisties. Love to see you wring one out as they are great fun! Keep up the great work as your reviews always make me smile.

[richjax]

Not a bike I would buy, but great review none the less.A future review I’d like to see panigale v2 v aprilia rs660.

[skulldaddy]

Great review.. I liked the two of you going back and forth. It seems that every review I watch with the Rocket 3 the reviewers giggle in elation... Gotta get one of these.. Thanks gentlemen

[adrianv]

Hey Mr Chops. I've watched a few of your reviews. I remember watching your Triumph Rocket III GT and R review a few months ago. I sent you a message at that time discussing how I currently ride a Kawasaki ZX14 but due to damage and osteo arthiritis in my neck and back, the sports riding position causes me a lot of discomfort. Well.... last Friday I purchased a black 2021 Triumph Rocket III GT that I pick up on the 11th November! Your review certainly helped me in my decision making. Keep up the good work. You've been a part of easing me into the next stage of my riding life!! Thwnkyou good man. A

[JohnCunningham-syug]

Rode the 2023 GT yesterday was amazed by the power, comfort, handling. Its fit me like a glove I'm 6' with 33 in inseam 185lbs. Enjoyed coments and review. Have owned may Harleys they are in the past for me. I'm 68.

[adrianv]

Hello Mr Chops from across the pond. I really enjoyed this comparison. I watched and commented on your previous GT review, so it was good to hear a comparison of the two models. Age and associated stuff is forcing me off my ZX14 Ninja, and sports bikes in general. Pending finances the Rocket will be my next bike and the GT is sounding good for.a 6ft 3inch frame. I've sat on an R. Seats are really quite plush. Need to test ride one. They seem to tick all the boxes. Thanks Lambsy, (hmmm.... 'Lambsy'?), another great review. Adrian

[alexwilhelmi]

You guys are awesome! Great review, great video! Cheers from Iowa 🍻

[neillambton]

Great vid chaps. As for colour schemes, Captain Rumbunctious has just posted his review (with Phil 480) on the R version, which had the GT red / silver scheme. I was told by one of the sales guys in (now gone, thanks covid) 3X Motorcycles that you can order them in a mix n match guise, swapping bits about etc. Anyway, thanks for posting the vid chaps, i`ve really enjoyed it.

[NooBiker]

Great concept. Nice dynamic duo of presenters.

Future comparison suggestions:

Diavel Vs X-Diavel would be an interesting comparison.

KTM 790 Vs 890?

Ducati V2 Vs SuperSport