Twin-cam timing chain and related crank drive sprocket, keyway, and chain tensioner. Material quality used in manufacture of part(s) caused progressive damage; though catastrophic failure was avoided by delivering the motorcycle to the dealer for warranty repair. This action may have been only moments from major catastrophic engine failure. The year group of triumph rocket iii motorcycles for which this fault is known to exist, based upon hundreds of forum discussions, ranges from 2005 through 2007 model years (all year models since production began). The manufacturer (triumph) remains closed mouthed as to the base cause for this mechanical failure; though a very minute keyway device could very well be the principle cause. It is said that over 100 owners of this motorcycle have experienced this same mechanical failure. Numerous have resulted in catastrophic failure leading to full valve train and engine head replacement.
The worst 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin problems
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, when the engine is returning to idle it may stall.
- Risk
- If the motorcycle stalls, the rider will have to restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and download new engine management software free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2007. Owners may contact triumph at 678‑854‑2010.
Recall number 07V455000 · Recall details
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Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin 93
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Daignostic software and dealers should begin using it...
- Dealer notice advising to check for an immobiliser software update before replacing any TPMS components on...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-07 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-06.1 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 264.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool version 2026-06 and dealers should...
- Technical Bulletin 264 provides instructions that relates to: Triumph Diagnostic Tool
- Dealer notice advising the availalbility of TDT version 2026-05.2 which resolves the ABS as Not Connected...
- Dealer notice reminding of Motorcycle Cleaning, prohibited use of High-Pressure & Steam Cleaning equipment.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-04 and dealers should begin using it...
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Questions about the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin
Is the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin, close to a typical Rocket III Classic Tourin model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2007 Triumph Rocket III Classic Tourin have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
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