gold wing raptor

[sjn7708]

Anyone ridden the new Goldwing Raptor which is a trike conversion with the two wheels up front. Just curious how it handles compared to a spider

[Mick N]

I've owned 3 GW's over the years, each different from each other but all beautiful in their own aspects... this ride is TFU to even consider...

[Bob Denman]

Is this the one that you're referring to?

http://www.coolcustomtrikes.com/raptorrt.html

While I don't care much for the styling ; I'll admit that it's functionality, is what truly maters!

[ARtraveler]

Yup! That one is so ugly (coffin front), that I would not even give it a test ride.

[Bob Denman]

Since it's a Motor-Trike product: it's got to be well-made...
(If only they had put some thought into the styling! )

[pegasus1300]

Here is the Hannigan version. It is for sale as we speak.5623526e-0340-48ff-84e9-50680051a4bd.jpg

Hannigan Motorsports recently unveiled the all-new Hannigan HRT Reverse Trike at the 2015 Wing Ding in Huntsville, Alabama. Unlike conventional trikes, this contemporary machine features two wheels in the front and only one in the rear. The Hannigan HRT is designed to provide an alternative to Gold Wing riders who may be contemplating a switch to the Can-Am Spyder. It will provide a more luxurious ride, with better handling and renowned Gold Wing reliability, at a price well below any reverse trike conversion currently on the market. And since it comes from Hannigan Motorsports, you know that the engineering is second to none.

The styling of the HRT compliments the lines of the GL1800 Gold Wing, resulting in a sleek package that will turn heads wherever the road may take you. Lighter and quicker handling than conventional trikes,this machine combines the unsurpassed comfort and smooth power of a Honda Gold Wing with sporty performance and handling. Rally-goers at the 2015 Wing Ding were among the first to see the amazing Hannigan HRT.

From TrikeTalk.com

[Bob Denman]

I guess that they keep dropping the snout, in order to provide airflow to the existing cooling system?

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Here is the Hannigan version. It is for sale as we speak.5623526e-0340-48ff-84e9-50680051a4bd.jpg

Here' a pic from the Hannigan website.

HRT-Front-Right.jpg
Pardon my crudeness but that front looks like a male of the human species clothed in summer shorts exhibiting a certain state of male excitement!

[Ex-Rocket]

I sure like the Hannigan one over the Raptor version.

[OverHillAndDale]

With both, I'm guessing they lack that sophisticated nanny to sense and fight against rollovers.

[Chupaca]

can only comment on the looks and have to agree they are not nice looking from any angle...at least the slingshot looks like a cool sports car up to the drivers seat....jmo

[Bob Denman]

With both, I'm guessing they lack that sophisticated nanny to sense and fight against rollovers.

Yup! That system came from Bosch, and it's the only reason why the Spyders came to market!

[Buckeye Bleau]

Great idea and for sure, as we have all seen it is only a matter of time before, HD an Honda come out with reverse trikes.
But..... this front end is awful, it looks like an after thought.

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

But..... this front end is awful, it looks like an after thought.

Is that not what it is?

[Charlotte17078]

Last week, we were out for a cruise and stopped at a hotel for the night. In the lobby was a group of Harley riders. They were asking questions (like most do) about "Charlotte" and they were dumbfounded when they asked how I liked the Harley trike and I told them I hadn't really looked at them when deciding on my Spyder purchase.
14,000 miles and there is lots of ryding left this year!!

[Ex Winger]

Thats one ugly bike.The Goldwing is one great touring machine.Leave it alone.
Bill

[jtpollock]

I think tow word is fugly you just can't beat the looks of the SPYDER no knockoff has come close. jtpollock