new three-wheeler bmw-powered

[Motza]

DAS NICE

Looks very well made and solid..

 

[DynamoBT]

I like the looks. More like a motorcycle than a converted snowmobile. Wonder what stability system they have itn it. ABS brakes are a must. I like the single pedal for all the brakes in the Spyder. I think one could get in a lot of trouble without ABS and front and rear brakes separate.

 

[Twodog185]

This would not be legal in Alabama...

Legal in.....??

Arizona
Idaho
Montana
Wyoming
South Dakota

http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2007/09/24/honda-gold-wing-quad-from-hannigan-motorsports/


However, Voyager conversion is an add-on that makes a motorcycle a "four wheel" vehicle. Makes ya wonder.

http://www.mtcvoyager.com/voyager_standard.html

 

[rnet]

I am puzzled at the comments praising the shaft drive. What is the attraction? Sure, shaft drive has some advantages but it is heavier, more expensive and eats up more HP than the belt drive we have on the Spyder.

Reliabilty & maintenence minimal

I like the looks. More like a motorcycle than a converted snowmobile. Wonder what stability system they have itn it. ABS brakes are a must. I like the single pedal for all the brakes in the Spyder. I think one could get in a lot of trouble without ABS and front and rear brakes separate.

ABS is either standard or optional on most bigger BMW bikes, don't see why it would'nt be here. My bet here is they are also linked brakes, does'nt matter which brake you pull, they all work. The spyder is this way also if you get the hand brake mod.

I have a BMW and they are of great quality. I bet this three wheeler is all that. If one can afford it. Then its not a problem.Some people who dont have that kind of play money down the product.everything is relavant. The more you earn the more you have. Thats all. Bottom line is. That is one cool three wheeler.

:agree:

 

[QuadManiac]

Apparently it is: http://www.gg-quad-northamerica.com/

Just make sure you have a cool $65K available before you test ride it.

Unfortunately, at least in CA, a 4 wheeler must meet all DOT rules for an automobile, including full windshield, wipers, shoulder and lap belts and airbags, to mention just a few. Some states get all the fun.

And at $65k - if I were to sell ALL my other toys... I still wouldn't get there, lol. Oh well.

 

[SpyderWolf]

I wonder if they are going to put a Rotax engine in it?

 

[bone crusher]

Don't forget that BMW first made bikes...those are the true Beemers...the Bimmer is actually the car!

I have an old BMW convertible...still works great...anything they make is made well.

It will likely be made a lot better than the Spyder...look at all the problems people are having...BMW will not put out a product with issues...they do a very good job with engines and build...sometimes the electrical systems are much to be desired, but that's the case with Mercedes, Audi, VW, and BMW...German engines top-notch...electrical systems, eh...

 

[chris56]

i gave it in the wrong thread - its the K1300 engine .. here is the datashet

 

[Arachnid]

:shocked::barf:
Spyder looks better.
Mike

 

[aubierules]

Interesting and would love to ride one. Not interested at the price they will probably want though.

I am puzzled at the comments praising the shaft drive. What is the attraction? Sure, shaft drive has some advantages but it is heavier, more expensive and eats up more HP than the belt drive we have on the Spyder.

im guessing because of less maintenance??:dontknow: