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I rode a Rocket III today - put 20 miles on a demo. Quite impressive, as I expected. When I started her up, I thought I was starting my old Toyota pickup. The torque and power are amazing, but quite civilized. I was surprised that the foot controls were no further forward, and the tank felt like it was a lot higher (I guess it really is). I made a fair loop of highway, freeway interchanges, and stop and go along Hwy 3. It rocks!

I was a little disappointed in the vibration though. My right hand felt tingly only a couple of miles down the road, and by the time I got back it was a real problem. Don't know if it was just THAT bike, or if the all do that, or just the different riding position compared to my Speedmaster. I loved the bike, but I wouldn't put my money down on one without riding more of them. A long ride with that vibration would not be fun.