Kawasaki is coming out with a three wheeler--yes, two in front and tilting.

[RayBJ]

Don't knock it until you try it!

I had an MP3-500 tilting scooter and loved it! It rode EXACTLY LIKE any 2-wheeled bike. The extra traction up front allowed very fast cornering and braking compared to 2-wheelers. In the wet or loose surfaces, it stuck better than 2 wheels. I ride hard and did 7 days in the Smokies and several other long runs cruising at 90 mph (top speed :barf without incident.

The MP3 line has a hydraulic lock to freeze whatever angle you set it at when you stop (think parking on the side of a hill) so there's no side stand and you can stop at a light without putting a foot down.

Admittedly, most of the tilters are butt-ugly but the MP3 made up for it in it's added front footprint and never tipping over in soft sand when parked. It's also a great conversation starter at gas stops.

 

[Snoking1127]

Don't knock it until you try it!

I had an MP3-500 tilting scooter and loved it! It rode EXACTLY LIKE any 2-wheeled bike. The extra traction up front allowed very fast cornering and braking compared to 2-wheelers. In the wet or loose surfaces, it stuck better than 2 wheels. I ride hard and did 7 days in the Smokies and several other long runs cruising at 90 mph (top speed :barf without incident.

The MP3 line has a hydraulic lock to freeze whatever angle you set it at when you stop (think parking on the side of a hill) so there's no side stand and you can stop at a light without putting a foot down.

Admittedly, most of the tilters are butt-ugly but the MP3 made up for it in it's added front footprint and never tipping over in soft sand when parked. It's also a great conversation starter at gas stops.

The Tilting Motor Works system locks in an upright position below 7 MPH, and releases again at over 7 MPH

 

[RayBJ]

The MP3 had a button to lock the front when <5mph so when rolling up to a stop light you press the button and never step in a puddle. As soon as you roll the throttle, the lock auto-releases.

 

[AVBIZ]

The MP3 had a button to lock the front when <5mph so when rolling up to a stop light you press the button and never step in a puddle. As soon as you roll the throttle, the lock auto-releases.

Yup - My new MP3 arrives tomorrow. Should be a great “tilting” stablemate to my 08 Spyder

 

[RayBJ]

:agree: It's a fun ride in all but the long distance high speed tours. The single jug is a bit buzzy at 90 mph. Be prepared to explain how it works to the curious folks you come across.

 

[Pirate]

Good.

I'd actually like to see some competition with Can Am.