CAN AM auto cycle slingshot competitor?

[Murder after Midnight]

Hey guys been awhile how are you? I notice can am makes a lot of cool off road vechicles like the maverick x3 turbo rr. Any chance we might see that engine/technology in a sexy roadster body something similar to the slingshot or vanderhall speedster? Any word or rumors???????

 

[BertRemington]

Before I purchased my RT-S I looked at the Polaris Slingshot. I went back a second time with my tape measure. The Slingshot was as wide as my Ford E350 and only 6 inches shorter.

I think Can-Am would be well-advised to leave the streetable side-by-side to the collectibles crowd.

 

[MRH]

I can't see that they would do any more than split an already thin market. I prefer that they keep their attention to improving and growing the Spyder/Ryker brand.

I do think that there were safety issues with three wheeled ATVs a number of years ago, and they wisely stopped making them. If that's what you're after, that fourth wheel offers extra stability that you likely don't want to give up, and a vehicle styled along the lines you are thinking about would likely suffer from damage more easily and not perform as well.

 

[Murder after Midnight]

Before I purchased my RT-S I looked at the Polaris Slingshot. I went back a second time with my tape measure. The Slingshot was as wide as my Ford E350 and only 6 inches shorter.

I think Can-Am would be well-advised to leave the streetable side-by-side to the collectibles crowd.

Did you drive it though???????

 

[Murder after Midnight]

I can't see that they would do any more than split an already thin market. I prefer that they keep their attention to improving and growing the Spyder/Ryker brand.

I do think that there were safety issues with three wheeled ATVs a number of years ago, and they wisely stopped making them. If that's what you're after, that fourth wheel offers extra stability that you likely don't want to give up, and a vehicle styled along the lines you are thinking about would likely suffer from damage more easily and not perform as well.

uhhhhh???? the slingshot is wide and super low,,,,,,,there are no stability issues to be honest..........

 

[2dogs]

I could be wrong but didn't Polaris recall the slingshot and put out a do not operate notice very early on? I believe it was a rollbar issue because one flipped over and caused injuries, I assume the issue was quickly remedied.

 

[Bfromla]

Did you drive it though???????

Have tried slingshot& too much like a go cart (mho)was not a horrible experience, definitely prefer the motorcycle saddle seat & feel of:spyder2::clap::2thumbs:
Speed freaks that like slamming through gears & inches off ground help you feel faster than you are just don’t hit bump/roadkill much larger than road reflector between lanes (won’t be nice)
Probably better experience for those not on Louisiana roads. :roflblack: Even got My mom go for a test ride on her b-day:clap:hyea::yes: giggle box. Sales man had to drive for her (No endorsement & think had hurt hand or something) & guess he tried showing out a little. She had fun & that was the goal.
:lecturef_smilie: No age questions

 

[trikermutha]

I like the Vanderhall but been reading to many things breaking on them Ex: Windshields cracking , CV boots splitting , wont start issues etc.

Waiting for the 22 models for Slingshot to come out and prices go down at some point.

Then there's the Morgan. looks like they have went with a ford engine versus a S&S harley motor.

 

[blacklightning]

I think can am should stick with their spyder and ryker lineup. As for the slingshot, I tried one on for size (6'-2", 260). It did not fit well. For the same money, I was able to pick up a 2 year old C/S mustang convertible. More power, more comfortable, and a top that I can put up when the rain starts to fall. Heading to the NC/Tenn. mountains tomorrow for an extended weekend.

 

[BajaRon]

I can't see that they would do any more than split an already thin market. I prefer that they keep their attention to improving and growing the Spyder/Ryker brand.

I do think that there were safety issues with three wheeled ATVs a number of years ago, and they wisely stopped making them. If that's what you're after, that fourth wheel offers extra stability that you likely don't want to give up, and a vehicle styled along the lines you are thinking about would likely suffer from damage more easily and not perform as well.

The safety issues were with the 3 wheeled Honda conventional trike configured ATV. All conventional 3 wheeled vehicles have this same, inherent instability, issue. It's simply a matter of physics and design. Being off road, with soft balloon tires and the kids riding them simply exacerbated the problem. Honda agreed to voluntarily discontinue them to avoid a class action lawsuit.

The Spyder suffers this same instability issue when run in reverse, since this essentially turns the machine into a conventional trike with the added disadvantage of having (Rear Wheel Steering). But at low reverse speeds, this isn't a real problem unless the driver does something foolish.

None of the Honda ATV issues apply to the Slingshot or the Spyder/Ryker.

 

[vito1943]

A friend has the Slingshot, and considers it to be his "convertible with no safety features at a reasonable price". I told him its not a convertible if there is no roof to put up when needed. Recently I bought a new real convertible for my wife, who has wanted this particular car for years but would not spend the money to get it in the past. It is a Mini Cooper S convertible. Very different from riding a Spyder, but tremendously fun to drive. Taking curves as high speed feels like being in a Formula 1 car because it stays so flat to the road with its incredibly responsive steering. More costly than a Slingshot, but a wonderful option if one wants an open to the elements experience without going the full route of a motorcycle or a trike, and yet with a one button fully automatic roof feature that can be used up to 30 mph (I haven't yet tried that, I've only raised or lowered the roof when stopped). The one negative aspect of this car is that my wife is less inclined to go for a ride with me on the Spyder, now constantly saying we should take the Mini instead.

 

[MNF3]

The main issue with the Honda was that it had a solid Rear Axle. To turn you had to lean to the outside of the turn to unload the inside wheel. If they had put a differential in, they would have solved most of the stability issues.

 

[2dogs]

Yes, you can certainly tip your spyder over if you punch it while in reverse and turning at the same time. It occurs so fast, particularly 2up, and there's no nanny override for that maneuver. The nanny part comes in afterwards, when your wife knocks your block off for dumping her in the dirt.

 

[ulflyer]

I've owned both Slingshot and Vanderhall and enjoyed both; the Slingshot more. Seems to me sales are dropping off on the Slingshot whereas BRP has managed to keep the Can Am's more up to date and also with addition of Rykers. Vanderhall has updated some by widening the body but they have never become large sellers; probably due to price.

 

[trong]

A friend has the Slingshot, and considers it to be his "convertible with no safety features at a reasonable price". I told him its not a convertible if there is no roof to put up when needed. Recently I bought a new real convertible for my wife, who has wanted this particular car for years but would not spend the money to get it in the past. It is a Mini Cooper S convertible. Very different from riding a Spyder, but tremendously fun to drive. Taking curves as high speed feels like being in a Formula 1 car because it stays so flat to the road with its incredibly responsive steering. More costly than a Slingshot, but a wonderful option if one wants an open to the elements experience without going the full route of a motorcycle or a trike, and yet with a one button fully automatic roof feature that can be used up to 30 mph (I haven't yet tried that, I've only raised or lowered the roof when stopped). The one negative aspect of this car is that my wife is less inclined to go for a ride with me on the Spyder, now constantly saying we should take the Mini instead.

You realize that your Mini Cooper had BMW designers involved? That's why so fun to drive, never a dull moment.

Cheers!