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Triumph · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, shaft drive

Rocket III (2294 cc)

Library entry covers 2004-2009

35 factory 47 guideline

Published source

Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1 09.2007, scheduled maintenance chart p.2.3

Factory workshop manual. Covers Triumph service manual issue 1 09.2007 (title page prints Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring).

82 items for a 2009 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Shaft
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, twin shocks
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2009 Triumph Rocket III (2294 cc)

On the road: every 300 km

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

2 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

7 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.
Replace oil filter

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

8 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check final drive for leaks and bearing play

Final drive

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 16,000 km or 12 months

24 items

Cooling system leaks (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine ECM stored DTCs (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil (renew)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil filter (renew)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil leaks (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also daily.
Fasteners (inspect visually for security)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Final drive oil leaks (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Headstock bearings (check, adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Lights, instruments and electrical systems (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Spark plugs (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At 10,000, 20,000, 40,000 and 50,000 mi (between renewals).
Throttle bodies (balance)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Fuel system leaks (check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Clutch cable (check, adjust)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Forks leaks and smooth operation (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Steering free operation (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Side stand operation (check)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Brake calipers leaks and seizure (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Brake fluid levels (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Brake master cylinders leaks (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year.
Brake pad wear (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Tire pressures (check, adjust)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Tire wear and damage (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Wheels damage (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.
Throttle cables (check, adjust)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 1 year. Also checked daily.

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

4 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Change final drive (rear drive) oil

Final drive

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 24,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 32,000 km or 2 years

8 items

Coolant (renew)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km) or 2 years.
Coolant level (check, adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then 10,000, 30,000 and 50,000 mi.
Final drive oil (renew)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km) or 2 years.
Final drive oil level (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At the first service, then 10,000, 30,000 and 50,000 mi.
Headstock bearings (lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km) or 2 years.
Valve clearances (check, adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At 10,000, 30,000 and 50,000 mi (every 20,000 mi from 10,000 mi).
Air cleaner (renew)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km) or 2 years.
Fuel filter (renew)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km) or 2 years.

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

3 items

Lubricate drive shaft splines / check U-joint

Final drive

Guideline
Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 48,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Spark plugs (renew)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At 30,000 and 60,000 mi.

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 64,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Fork oil (renew)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). At 40,000 mi (64,000 km).

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

5 items

Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Brake fluid (renew)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance chart (Triumph Rocket III, Rocket III Classic and Rocket III Touring service manual, part 3851160 issue 1, 09.2007, p.2.3; odometer reading in miles (km) or time period, whichever comes first: first service 500 mi (800 km)/1 month, then 10,000 mi (16,000 km)/1 year steps to 60,000 mi (96,000 km)/6 years; some items also checked daily). Every 2 years.
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 4 years

3 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Guideline
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.