Why does my Triumph Rocket 3 not start?
The problem rapidly progressed to the bike not starting when the key was turned on. After doing research on a possible cause for the problem, I came across the “ignition switch failure” issue, and contacted my local dealer to see if Triumph would warranty the repair since it was so prevalent among the Rocket III’s.
Is there a recall on the Triumph Rocket?
If Triumph continues refusal to issue a recall, the only remaining option would be to encourage affected Rocket owners to begin filing complaints with the NHTSA and hope to force a recall before someone is seriously injured (or worse) due to the faulty ignition switch. Gladly.
Are there any ignition problems with the triumph?
Triumph is well aware of this problem as there must be several dozen forum members just from the R3.net site who have had this problem, brought it to Triumph’s attention, and some lucky enough for Triumph to stand behind their product and replace the defective part.
When did I buy a Triumph bike ignition switch?
There is no excuse for such a cheesy ignition switch design on a 15k dollar bike. I never replaced the switch fearing the same thing would happen again leaving me stranded in an even worse location. Bought my 2008 Standard in August 2008.
The problem rapidly progressed to the bike not starting when the key was turned on. After doing research on a possible cause for the problem, I came across the “ignition switch failure” issue, and contacted my local dealer to see if Triumph would warranty the repair since it was so prevalent among the Rocket III’s.
Triumph is well aware of this problem as there must be several dozen forum members just from the R3.net site who have had this problem, brought it to Triumph’s attention, and some lucky enough for Triumph to stand behind their product and replace the defective part.
If Triumph continues refusal to issue a recall, the only remaining option would be to encourage affected Rocket owners to begin filing complaints with the NHTSA and hope to force a recall before someone is seriously injured (or worse) due to the faulty ignition switch. Gladly.
There is no excuse for such a cheesy ignition switch design on a 15k dollar bike. I never replaced the switch fearing the same thing would happen again leaving me stranded in an even worse location. Bought my 2008 Standard in August 2008.
What’s the price of a Triumph Rocket 3?
2008 Triumph Rocket III. Picture credits – Triumph. Submit more pictures. More pictures… The Triumph Rocket III has defined a unique niche in the clone-like performance cruiser market where it sits in a class of its own thanks to its striking looks, stunning performance and incredible specification. US$ 14999.
When do you lose power on a triumph?
Approximately two months after I bought the bike, I noticed that I would lose power when making sharp turns or turning handlebars in either direction….very dangerous situation. The problem rapidly progressed to the bike not starting when the key was turned on.
When did my Triumph Rocket classic lose power?
I purchased my 06 Rocket Classic last June from the original owner (bike had a tad over 10K miles on it when I purchased it). Approximately two months after I bought the bike, I noticed that I would lose power when making sharp turns or turning handlebars in either direction….very dangerous situation.
What kind of car is Triumph Rocket 3?
Triumph Rocket III Touring: All new touring model with revised chassis, screen, hard panniers and engine tuned for increased low down torque. Triumph Rocket III Roadster: “Musclebike” version has less chrome, more power. 11 owners have reviewed their TRIUMPH ROCKET III (2005 – 2008) and rated it in a number of areas.
Approximately two months after I bought the bike, I noticed that I would lose power when making sharp turns or turning handlebars in either direction….very dangerous situation. The problem rapidly progressed to the bike not starting when the key was turned on.
When did my Rocket ignition switch go bad?
My rocket ignition switch left me stranded at work in december of 09. I had to take a cab home and get my truck and trailer to haul the rocket home.