Goldwing GL1500/GL1800 TRIKE vs RT

[SteveMac]

Thanks for the great comments so far. When I started this thread I envisioned that it might result in "other brand" bashing or simply "cheerleading" for the home team. But what I see is honest and objective opinions mostly from those who can offer them from experience.

I have long been a Honda fan having numerous bikes, atv's, two Goldwings and even a couple cars. Honda makes no trikes and has steadfastly declared any Honda that is triked will void the warranty (mentioned earlier in this thread). These two facts brought me to test ride a 2014 RT at Spyderfest last week. I liked it and wondered what owning a Spyder would be like LONG AFTER the demo ride. A search for answers brought me here. I have already learned a lot, both good and bad, but fear of the unknown is subsiding. In fact I am very encouraged by what I have read about the 2014 RT which, if it can maintain it's reliability, should up the ante in the touring trike arena. And another viable company in the trike industry is certainly needed.

Keep the comments coming. The more I read the more I feel I understand about Spyders.

I think, in general, you will find this board is different than many other forums. It is a more friendly place and we try to keep it that way. There isn't a lot of bashing of other products here. Maybe some Harley bashing on occasion, but not even a fraction of what you see on other sites. Many folks here just appreciate motorized vehicles period. I know I do. Heck, there is even a fairly frequent ELIO discussion here!

Personally, I try not to push my product choice out too much in other posts. I try to keep it limited to specific posts that ask a question similar to yours. For the most part, other than my pics in my signature line, you'd never suspect I didn't own a Spyder. And when I do comment, I try to be fair and honest, because no machine is perfect. Each has pros and cons. Both are fun.

I think BRP may have a great machine in the 1330 triple. I hope so, because I have lots of friends who have gone that direction. And I think many of them liked the Y factor, but wanted more "wingish" dependability torque and power. They may have gotten a lot of that in the 1330.

I agree with Bob. Go back to PitBull and ask Ricky Len to let you put a 1330 through the paces again. You are fortunate to be in SW MO. Because you have one of the premier dealers in the USA there in Springfield.

Tell Ricky Len that SteveMac sent you.
I wouldn't mention Bob Denman though, as the price may go up! :yikes: (just kidding Bob!)


Most of all, have fun with whatever you choose and lest we forget, :welcome:

 

[Bob Denman]

That's funny; I was gonna say to specifically NOT mention my name as well!!
Steve,
Not that this is always all warm and cuddly a place; but you've been the consumate gentleman in here... :clap::2thumbs:
We can ALMOST forgive you, for not having the good sense to ride a Spyder!!! :roflblack:

 

[SpydeeMaybee]

Oh Oh...Pit Bull...Pit Bull. I spoke too soon. Here comes the cheer leaders :yes:

Actually I did meet Len Damouth at Pit Bull and we spoke briefly as he and his store were being engulfed by Spyderfest attendees. Is that Ricky Len? Len Damouth's business card says he's the Owner. He looks like my Grandson and only been in business here for a year...and he's one of the premier dealers in the USA?

 

[BlueKnight]

I love it, but not for $45,000 give or take !

 

[SteveMac]

Oh Oh...Pit Bull...Pit Bull. I spoke too soon. Here comes the cheer leaders :yes:

Actually I did meet Len Damouth at Pit Bull and we spoke briefly as he and his store were being engulfed by Spyderfest attendees. Is that Ricky Len? Len Damouth's business card says he's the Owner. He looks like my Grandson and only been in business here for a year...and he's one of the premier dealers in the USA?

The one and only.
He's been at this for a while.
First with a family dealership. Now on his own.

He does look like a young pup though. LOL. :roflblack: