Hi,I'm John,how are you ? I ride a Stratoliner and a Vulcan 2000LT. I'm interested in the Rocket III and in the Thunderbird Storm. I may end up with a Storm by default. I will find out this week. No matter which on I will be installing a windshield,lowers,extra lights,a seat,a rack,a tank bag,and maybe a big air kit/power commander depending on the cost. Probably dumping the CAT. We'll see what happens this week. I like both bikes but have only ridden the Storm which I felt was pretty comfortable,handled well,would sound good with a little help from the aftermarket ? Gas mileage was great. JJ