Triumph Rocket III Handbook

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Maintenance and Adjustment
Tyre Replacement
All Triumph motorcycles are carefully and
extensively tested in a range of riding
conditions to ensure that the most effective
tyre combinations are approved for use on
each model. It is essential that approved
tyres, fitted in approved combinations, are
used when purchasing replacement tyres.
The use of non-approved tyres, or approved
tyres in non-approved combinations, may
lead to motorcycle instability and an accident.
On models fitted with ABS, different wheel
speeds, caused by non-approved tyres can
affect the function of the ABS computer.
See the specification section for details of
approved tyre combinations. Always have
tyres fitted and balanced by your authorised
Warning
This motorcycle must not be operated
above the legal road speed limit except in
authorised closed-course conditions.
Warning
Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at
high speed in closed-course on-road
competition or on closed-course racetracks.
High-speed operation should only then be
attempted by riders who have been
instructed in the techniques necessary for
high-speed riding and are familiar with the
motorcycle’s characteristics in all
conditions. High-speed operation in any
other circumstances is dangerous and will
lead to loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
Warning
Operation with excessively worn tyres is
hazardous and will adversely affect
traction, stability and handling which may
lead to loss of control and an accident.
When tubeless tyres become punctured,
leakage is often very slow. Always inspect
tyres very closely for punctures. Check the
tyres for cuts, embedded nails or other
sharp objects. Operation with punctured
or damaged tyres will adversely affect
motorcycle stability and handling which
may lead to loss of control or an accident.
Check the rims for dents or deformation.
Operation with damaged or defective
wheels or tyres is dangerous and loss of
motorcycle control or an accident could
result.
Always consult your authorised Triumph
dealer for tyre replacement, or for a safety
inspection of the tyres.

Triumph Rocket III Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Final Drive	Shaft
Transmission	5-speed
Rear Brakes	Single 316mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tire	150/80 R17
Rear Tire	240/50 R16
Dry Weight	320 kg (705 lbs)
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Exhaust	3-into-1 into 2
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Frame	Tubular steel, twin spine
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks, adjustable preload
Front Brakes	Twin 320mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers
Front Wheel	17 x 3.5 in
Fuel Tank Capacity	24 liters (6.3 US gal)
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder