2022 triumph rocket 3 r | 1493 miles | VIN SMTG11JX1NTAW5401 | $15000 plus tax, doc & licensing

Triumph has led the charge on many fronts; from classic standard motorcycles (of the gorgeous British Twin ilk), to triples-galore, with incredible torque, mid-range, and a top end scream. It continues to push the boundaries with this massive transversely mounted Triple. Triumph unleashed a beast with the Rocket III at 2300cc, the largest production engine of any bike. True to its name, an engine of the Rocket was placed in a Streamliner to run the Bonneville Salt Flats. Triumph pushed the boundaries further when the Rocket was redefined more as a roadster in 2019. At the same time as the new 2500cc Rocket launched, Triumph set out to supply spec engines for Moto2 - a brilliant time for any motorcycle enthusiast. The new Rocket, spec’d as either an R (the one to get, best when matched with the GT bars) or the GT (nice forward controls and a relaxed position) now handled like a bike half its size, but with twice the engine. The beauty of the Rocket is the culmination of all that it is composed of - a massive engine, sharp chassis, phenomenal brakes and suspension, and a premium electronics package. The first time I rode the new Rocket, I left things as they were, although I made sure Sport mode was set. The first thing I noticed was how smooth the engine was, and how light and crisp the transmission responded. I was lucky the first Rocket R I rode had the quickshifter, so clutchless upshifts slammed me into a new universe with every shift. Around corners, the Rocket is responsive and agile. With the quickshifter, coming out of a corner and cracking open the throttle means you experience the symphony of electronics in time with the 2500cc rocket beneath you. The chassis holds tight and lets you toss the bike into the corner, light enough to dance around and pick your exit - as you wind up the throttle the massive 240 rear tire drives you eager to break loose, only to be perfectly metered by the traction control. The TC maintains your intended trajectory, giving you a superhero moment. If you cook it too hot into your next corner, grabbing a handful of brake just means the ABS understands and the symphony continues. It’s a bike with an absolutely menacing presence just sitting on its stand, though when fired up will blow the doors off just about everything else. It’s not a bike for everybody, but it's a Rocket for somebody.This Rocket R has only 1493 miles, and is available at a steal, for only $15000. Get it before it’s gone!