ARCTIC
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I just got this in an email from Polaris....
http://www.polaris.com/en-us/slings...11-B7F5-0050569A00BB&wt.mc_ev=email&WT.mc_id=
http://www.polaris.com/en-us/slings...11-B7F5-0050569A00BB&wt.mc_ev=email&WT.mc_id=
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Polaris has begun the advertising for the slingshot
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Bob Denman
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Well; THAT video really didn't tell us anything... 
I guess that I'll have to wait for the end of July, to get some real info about this "bike"...
Thanks for keeping us in the loop about this one! :thumbup:
I guess that I'll have to wait for the end of July, to get some real info about this "bike"...
Thanks for keeping us in the loop about this one! :thumbup:
Here's another photo
along with a little more information: http://www.slingshotforums.com/threads/polaris-slingslot-teaser-site-is-live.96/
along with a little more information: http://www.slingshotforums.com/threads/polaris-slingslot-teaser-site-is-live.96/
Woodsrider
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I want. I expect it will be far beyond my means though.
NorCalBud
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I'm not really seeing the fun or advantage in taking a wheel away from a car, which is what I'm asserting this is.... Perhaps it's lightening the weight, so it can go faster?
But then I've also heard that argument of adding a wheel to a Bike! But with the Spyder the 3rd wheel adds stability, not just style.
I might also be a bit bothered sharing what little territory we've gained in the 3-wheel realm with a cage. I can easily see an escalation in the "You're not riding, you're driving" debate as it relates to the Spyders, when this comes out!
But then I've also heard that argument of adding a wheel to a Bike! But with the Spyder the 3rd wheel adds stability, not just style.
I might also be a bit bothered sharing what little territory we've gained in the 3-wheel realm with a cage. I can easily see an escalation in the "You're not riding, you're driving" debate as it relates to the Spyders, when this comes out!
Bob Denman
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I don't see it as competition for the Spyder...
Perhaps the T-Rex, the Stallion, or the Ace-Morgan? :dontknow:
Perhaps the T-Rex, the Stallion, or the Ace-Morgan? :dontknow:
I see Polaris going after the T-Rex more then anything. Let's just hope it's much cheaper!
Bob Denman
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http://www.campagnamotors.com/
The T-Rex sure is a beauty!
It'll be interesting to see how this all sorts out.
The T-Rex sure is a beauty!
It'll be interesting to see how this all sorts out.
ARtraveler
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This one will be worth watching and give us a lot to talk about for awhile. :yes:
Lots of things to speculate about.
It sounds and looks (what we can see) like it will be an exciting toy to own for some. I am also thinking that T-Rex and others of similar ilk will be the target here. Also guessing that Polaris will have the price point in a more comfortable place. (New Indians came out at $20K--which was a lot less than anticipated--since they were in the high $30's under previous iterations).
Also guessing that mechanically the new Slingshot will probably be pretty good. Polaris has a quality reputation.
Can't wait to hear more.
opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:
This go around, I am just a looker and won't be a buyer.
Lots of things to speculate about.
It sounds and looks (what we can see) like it will be an exciting toy to own for some. I am also thinking that T-Rex and others of similar ilk will be the target here. Also guessing that Polaris will have the price point in a more comfortable place. (New Indians came out at $20K--which was a lot less than anticipated--since they were in the high $30's under previous iterations).
Also guessing that mechanically the new Slingshot will probably be pretty good. Polaris has a quality reputation.
Can't wait to hear more.
opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:This go around, I am just a looker and won't be a buyer.
Bob Denman
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But it IS fun; peeking over the fence! 
Woodsrider
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In North Carolina at least there is no helmet required for a trike that you ride inside vice astride. The engine and 0-60 times tossed about lead me to believe it will be over 30k, but entirely speculation based on limited data.
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acinpcola
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:agree: This is no competition for the Spyder. More like a 3 wheel car since it sits 2 across and not inline. Wondering if it will be classified as a car/
AC
Bob Denman
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...With less than four wheels; my guess, is that it'll be considered a motorcycle.
sddinnh
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It better be. That's the whole purpose of these thing is so they don't have to meet the crash resistance and bumper restrictions of cars. They are exploiting the same loophole that allows Spyders to be categorized as motorcycles (or GW trikes for that matter).
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Chupaca
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Stands alone..!!
The spyder roadster that is. As many three wheelers popping up none are really competition for the spyder..the need for them to try and better whats perfect drives them to another class, be it a leaning scooter or an enclosed car. Many run into unafordable pricing or drawings and concepts that stay there. The sligshot looks good but if they added the fourth wheel it would be awesome. Had a Lotus Super 7 that was much like it and that car was a screamer and stuck to the road like a shadow...will be interesting to see what follows next month...:thumbup:
The spyder roadster that is. As many three wheelers popping up none are really competition for the spyder..the need for them to try and better whats perfect drives them to another class, be it a leaning scooter or an enclosed car. Many run into unafordable pricing or drawings and concepts that stay there. The sligshot looks good but if they added the fourth wheel it would be awesome. Had a Lotus Super 7 that was much like it and that car was a screamer and stuck to the road like a shadow...will be interesting to see what follows next month...:thumbup:
harrypottar
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Supposedly leak patent offices sketches but who knows? Looks like a t-Rex clone
http://www.gtspirit.com/2013/02/22/official-patented-sketches-of-polaris-slingshot-sports-car/
Harry
http://www.gtspirit.com/2013/02/22/official-patented-sketches-of-polaris-slingshot-sports-car/
Harry
den1953
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My dealer
He's getting the Slingshot as he's a Polaris/Victory dealer as well as BRP/Can Am and a few other brands as well. He was indicating somewhere up near 40 grand for the slingshot. For that kind of money you could have a couple Mazda Miatas with convertible tops and still get the car driving experience with side-by-side seating and a steering wheel.
He's getting the Slingshot as he's a Polaris/Victory dealer as well as BRP/Can Am and a few other brands as well. He was indicating somewhere up near 40 grand for the slingshot. For that kind of money you could have a couple Mazda Miatas with convertible tops and still get the car driving experience with side-by-side seating and a steering wheel.
JerryB
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Hi vidman,
Re: In CT it can't be registered cuz you sit IN it. CT law does not allow 3 wheel cars to be registered.
In Oregon ( the last that I knew ), if it has three wheels it is a motorcycle.
Back in the early 60's I was stationed in England and there were a lot of 'motorcycles' that had a lot of features of a car; but they only had three wheels. Thus, they avoided the staggering road taxes.
Jerry Baumchen
Re: In CT it can't be registered cuz you sit IN it. CT law does not allow 3 wheel cars to be registered.
In Oregon ( the last that I knew ), if it has three wheels it is a motorcycle.
Back in the early 60's I was stationed in England and there were a lot of 'motorcycles' that had a lot of features of a car; but they only had three wheels. Thus, they avoided the staggering road taxes.
Jerry Baumchen
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