THE Rocket III Classic outside an ex-Little Chef which is now an Americanised diner with burgers and fancy ice-cream on the menu, I concluded the big triple has evolved similarly. On its launch two years ago the Rocket III was bold, British and unmistakably

thing that is evident as you walk around the Rocket III is that this is one big bike. From its glaring bug-eyed twin headlights to the huge snarling radiator, it looks ready for anything and woe betide any who get in the way. The riding position

Top speed: 135mph Engine capacity: 2294cc Power: 146bhp Torque: 163lb ft Weight: 367kg Seat height: 750mm Fuel capacity: 24L Full Review: The Rocket III is a fairly scary bike, face it. Trying to unleash 143bhp while sitting in a position similair

......... Hodge: WHILST NOT AS PRETTY AS PREVIOUS VERSION IT'S DEFN QUICKER Strengths: More torque lower down means it's much nicer to ride day to day and still has a formidable top end rush. Ditching the standard exhaust for a full race system and PC-III reveals

, but I am usually screwing the nuts off it ...... Overall: I was looking for a replacement for my old ZZR600 for about 2 years, looking to buy a brand new bike, but I couldn't find anything that really stood out amongst all the Jap plastic rockets. Then I

. 'Impressive' doesn't come close. Servicing takes place generally every 4000 miles.NoiseSome owners report a tappet-like noise on K3/K4s between 3-7000rpm. Don't worry, it's all part of the GSX-R's raspiness and character. These motors are rocket

it, but gets unfairly compared to the BM GS as you really cannot off road. Strengths: The Tiger looks fantastic, goes well and does everything you ask of it. In fairness I road it after test riding a Rocket III which was horrible, so I was ecstatic

clocks and three exhaust outlets, but thankfully only two wheels. And it looks good, really good. Triumph’s had a bit of a design shake-up in recent years and keeps on getting stronger and stronger. Think Daytona 600, Rocket III, Speed Triple and Sprint

to modify, improve dramatically very easily and to love long term. Add Braided hoses and decent pads along with some Corsa III's and it's stunningly good. 99% of the time it gets the nod over my GSXR1000K5 for a fast road ride.Mega underated. Nuff Said