Carpe groupie
Posted 29 October 2015 - 10:33 am
Just seen this. I remember being quite surprised seeing the first Piaggio 3 wheeler scooter coming towards me. It sort of threw me a bit as you think [ something not right there & then realise!! ]
This is going to have some road presence. Wonder how wide it would feel on the road.
Undecided if I like it or not............
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Posted 29 October 2015 - 02:25 pm
I fecking love it...
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Gettin to be an 'Old Bugger'
Posted 29 October 2015 - 02:35 pm
I fecking love it...
You and me both 
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has been here 4ever
Posted 29 October 2015 - 02:45 pm
Just seen this. I remember being quite surprised seeing the first Piaggio 3 wheeler scooter coming towards me. It sort of threw me a bit as you think [ something not right there & then realise!! ]
This is going to have some road presence. Wonder how wide it would feel on the road.
Undecided if I like it or not............
They always look like the rider has their feet down when you're following them
1999 Gilera Runner 125SP, 2002 Piaggio X9 250, 2004 Bandit 600, 2005 TDM 900, 2007 Honda CB1300S, 2008 Tiger 1050, 1996 Triumph Sprint 9002006 Tiger 955i, 2018 Triumph Tiger Sport, 2023 Triumph Tiger 900, XJR1300, 2011 (2009) TDM 900,
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Carpe groupie
Posted 29 October 2015 - 04:18 pm
Damned, that's an ugly creation. And why would you want to have the forks outside the front wheels? Why not try to keep the overall width down instead, like all other 3-wheelers on the market.
needs a 2nd hobby
Posted 29 October 2015 - 04:20 pm
These three-wheeled things always look unstable to me.
really likes Carpe
Posted 29 October 2015 - 04:50 pm
Naaahhhhhhh not for me.....
Carpe groupie
Posted 30 October 2015 - 09:32 am
After a great deal of thought (1sec) and scientific debate of the full committee (me on my own) the unanimous decision is its a pile of crap!
has been here 4ever
Posted 30 October 2015 - 02:35 pm
I wonder how much extra weight that's carrying over the 2 wheeled MT09?
1999 Gilera Runner 125SP, 2002 Piaggio X9 250, 2004 Bandit 600, 2005 TDM 900, 2007 Honda CB1300S, 2008 Tiger 1050, 1996 Triumph Sprint 9002006 Tiger 955i, 2018 Triumph Tiger Sport, 2023 Triumph Tiger 900, XJR1300, 2011 (2009) TDM 900,
Farkles - Laser Duo Techs, MTC Stainless Exhausts, Laser Duo Techs, Power Commander and custom map, Tenere 1200 Handguards, Yamaha Heated Grips, MRA Vario screen, SW Motech Alurack, Givi and Hepco and Becker top boxes, Givi Engine bars, Garmin Zumo XT
Monkey Boys Monkey
Posted 31 October 2015 - 04:03 pm
3 wheels, but still falls over. 
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full o shoite
Posted 11 November 2015 - 08:52 pm
Just bean reading about it today. Forks on the outside to maximise lean.. No doubt weighs a ton but I love it. Cornering grip and braking should be phenomenal.
I remember reading a test of a Piaggio MP3 years ago where it was pitted against a CBR 600 on a wet kart track. The MP3 trounced the CBR through the corners. I've been waiting for a 500cc Tricity to be produced, an ideal commute scoot for me. Looks like I might just have to settle for a full phat 850 scoot. I can live with that.
The million dollar question. "Does it wheelie Mr?"
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Carpe groupie
Posted 11 November 2015 - 10:23 pm
Just bean reading about it today. Forks on the outside to maximise lean.. No doubt weighs a ton but I love it. Cornering grip and braking should be phenomenal.
I remember reading a test of a Piaggio MP3 years ago where it was pitted against a CBR 600 on a wet kart track. The MP3 trounced the CBR through the corners. I've been waiting for a 500cc Tricity to be produced, an ideal commute scoot for me. Looks like I might just have to settle for a full phat 850 scoot. I can live with that.
The million dollar question. "Does it wheelie Mr?"
'Be as you wish to seem'
Oxford heated grips/Barkbuster guards/Centrestand/Givi racks/panniers/Maxia 55 topbox/SW Motech Handlebar risers/Fender extender/Rear hugger/Cuddly toy/Led running light/ MRA racing double bubble screen/ Simmi Performance exhausts with DB's fitted.
Carpe groupie
Posted 11 November 2015 - 10:37 pm
'Be as you wish to seem'
Oxford heated grips/Barkbuster guards/Centrestand/Givi racks/panniers/Maxia 55 topbox/SW Motech Handlebar risers/Fender extender/Rear hugger/Cuddly toy/Led running light/ MRA racing double bubble screen/ Simmi Performance exhausts with DB's fitted.
full o shoite
Posted 11 November 2015 - 11:32 pm
Check out the Yamaha OR2T.
Yeah, I saw that, too. One wheel to many IMHO. Time will tell. I think these designs and concept's will become mainstream in a few years. If safety can be increased without losing the fun it's got to become popular.
I wonder if they have stoppie control?
Edited by harvey krumpet, 11 November 2015 - 11:32 pm.
TDM 850 Loud and unusual. CRM 250r Woo hoo! DT 230 Lanza Fiddled with.... Bloody hell, is that legal? GG Randonee AKA "I didn't think that was possible".
Carpe groupie
Posted 12 November 2015 - 07:44 am
Yeah, I saw that, too. One wheel to many IMHO. Time will tell. I think these designs and concept's will become mainstream in a few years. If safety can be increased without losing the fun it's got to become popular.
I wonder if they have stoppie control?
Not sure. Have to say I would love to take the three wheeler out for a test ride and see how it all feels.
'Be as you wish to seem'
Oxford heated grips/Barkbuster guards/Centrestand/Givi racks/panniers/Maxia 55 topbox/SW Motech Handlebar risers/Fender extender/Rear hugger/Cuddly toy/Led running light/ MRA racing double bubble screen/ Simmi Performance exhausts with DB's fitted.
full o shoite
Posted 12 November 2015 - 09:30 am
Ditto. I'm fascinated by the concept. Fingers crossed Yamaha feel positive enough to produce it.
TDM 850 Loud and unusual. CRM 250r Woo hoo! DT 230 Lanza Fiddled with.... Bloody hell, is that legal? GG Randonee AKA "I didn't think that was possible".
Robodene
Posted 12 November 2015 - 11:06 am
needs a 2nd hobby
Posted 12 November 2015 - 04:04 pm
If three-wheelers were going to take off, wouldn't we have all bought those Dutch ones ten years ago? You know, the ones that were on Top Gear.
Knight of Postsalot
Posted 12 November 2015 - 06:07 pm
Yeah, I've done the IAM. And yeah, I recommend it (any so-called 'advanced training' come to that; not just IAM): A low cost training course based on the system used by the police, which is largely common sense once pointed out, making one smoother, quicker and safer. What's not to like? And why would one not want to tell others? 
full o shoite
Posted 12 November 2015 - 08:46 pm
A mate is considering one of these 3 wheeled bikes, as he doesn't have a bike license and would like to give it all a try.
I think they have a broad appeal beyond purist bikers. Urban transport, older riders beginning to lose confidence in their physical ability, big bikes for little people, an entry level for new riders etc.
Down here in Un Zud, the Tricity is classed as a car. Go figure.
The latest electronic gizmo's are being lauded and accepted without a blink and they are on bikes to protect us from ourselves, but, combined they do not offer the added safety of an extra wheel. The other side of safety is extreme shenanigans for the mere mortal. Well, I hope so. That concept would look great with guns on it. Now, who do we know with a militarised TDM?
Edited by harvey krumpet, 12 November 2015 - 08:47 pm.
TDM 850 Loud and unusual. CRM 250r Woo hoo! DT 230 Lanza Fiddled with.... Bloody hell, is that legal? GG Randonee AKA "I didn't think that was possible".
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