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Harley1
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Posted 2/2/2007 11:48 AM (GMT -8)

The Bombardier Spyder is a low-slung, high-performance trike. Do you think this ultra-modern three-wheeler will receive a warm welcome in the market? Give us your take on this new innovation.

jimmihaffa
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Posted 2/2/2007 12:21 PM (GMT -8)

I think it will be a hit. Are those seatbelts that I see on the riders in the pic? It appears that Bombardier has smartly gone after the fear a lot of would-be open riding enthusiasts have about being perched insecurely atop two wheels but otherwise eager to partake of the open riding experience. Seems that theres some real ingenuity out there in the recreational vehicle market, while the Hondas, Yamahas and Suzukis are trying to out-GSXR and VTX each other, theres a huge untapped market opening up with less spoken for potential riders.

HogWild
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Posted 2/2/2007 1:30 PM (GMT -8)

Nice ride, I'd like to see more of this bike. Does it come with an optional SRS and ABS???

Tros
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Posted 2/2/2007 9:03 PM (GMT -8)

I don't like it one bit. I am abit bias though... I just don't like trikes of any sorts. I guess once I loose that feeling of leaning into a corner, and the entire sensation that goes with it, I'd rather just be in a convertable car. I don't look down on fans of trikes; not at all; they just arent my sort of ride.

"People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost."

Mr Casual
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Posted 2/2/2007 9:18 PM (GMT -8)

I bet they'll sell a bunch of them in the first three months. And then everyone who wants one will have one.

I take my hat off to them, though. It's a gutsy move, and it will get a lot of attention.

dliening
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Posted 2/2/2007 10:39 PM (GMT -8)

It says it will be announced in San Diego. What event is going on in SD for this? I would like to check it out.

HogWild
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Posted 2/3/2007 3:12 AM (GMT -8)

Kansas said...
I don't like it one bit. I am abit bias though... I just don't like trikes of any sorts. I guess once I loose that feeling of leaning into a corner, and the entire sensation that goes with it, I'd rather just be in a convertable car. I don't look down on fans of trikes; not at all; they just arent my sort of ride.

I'm assuming you are refering to the standard 1 front 2 rear configuration here Kansas. This bike will be totally different in terms of ride and handling characteristics. I would venture to say the convertable would be nowhere near as much fun. I think this trike would really surprize you...

Mike Sabatino
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Posted 2/3/2007 9:31 AM (GMT -8)

check out www.crossbowcycle.com

Jesler enterprises inc. devloped this in 2005, and is still developing it.

Their new "crossbow" which will be complete this year , will make the brp

spyder look like a volvo.

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Tros
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Posted 2/3/2007 11:41 AM (GMT -8)

HogWild said...

I have only ridden the standard configuration; yes sir. If I ever got a chance to ride something like this, I sure would give it a go. I could be completely suprised. That'd be cool. But for now all I can do is look at it, and it just isn't hittin' that "wow, thats cool" spot.

"People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost."

HogWild
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Posted 2/3/2007 3:49 PM (GMT -8)

Kansas said...

HogWild said...

Kansas said...

I don't like it one bit. I am abit bias though... I just don't like trikes of any sorts. I guess once I loose that feeling of leaning into a corner, and the entire sensation that goes with it, I'd rather just be in a convertable car. I don't look down on fans of trikes; not at all; they just arent my sort of ride.

Careful there Kansas, quite often it's the ones that don't hit you right away that end up catching your fancy after just one ride. An example of this would be the writer of that article in the march issue of Rider Magazine that got to cruise a Sporty R model for a few days. At the start he was saying do I have to and at the end he was saying "this is a really nice bike." Yeah, and this guy doesn't or didn't like Sporties at all. I guess we have both seen stranger things happen.....

masbuell
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Posted 2/3/2007 7:54 PM (GMT -8)

I live in the area and have seen them on two separate occasions. Three the first time in Palm Bay and 2 another time in Sebastian FL, just this week. They are COOL LOOKING!

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masbuell
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Posted 2/3/2007 7:58 PM (GMT -8)

Mike Sabatino said...

check out www.crossbowcycle.com

Jesler enterprises inc. devloped this in 2005, and is still developing it.

Their new "crossbow" which will be complete this year , will make the brp

spyder look like a volvo.

IMO the BRP is MUCH better looking. It will also have the backing of a large company for support.

If you ever, don't never, unless you will.

VVVV2
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Posted 2/4/2007 10:48 AM (GMT -8)

I just want to try it so bad!

With the back up of a big company like BRP, the Rotax engine, the Bosch systems for stability, the great design...it is the recreational product on road I have been waiting for!

HogWild
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Posted 2/4/2007 10:53 AM (GMT -8)

Mike Sabatino said...

Sorry, I like Volvo's product and the crossbow looks like a farm tractor in disguise.....

Post Edited (HogWild) : 2/4/2007 10:50:08 PM GMT

freebird
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Posted 2/4/2007 3:49 PM (GMT -8)

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Specs, colors, etc. are already posted on the Can-Am Spyder website:
http://www.opentheroad.com/

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Post Edited (freebird) : 2/5/2007 1:34:31 AM GMT

Dr. Bombay
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Posted 2/4/2007 8:44 PM (GMT -8)

Eh, I'm with Kansas on this one. It might be fun and I might enjoy it, but it's not a motorcycle and will be missing one of the most important elements of riding a motorcycle--leaning. It doesn't look to have the same kind of lean characteristics that the Piaggio three-wheeled scooter has and it won't offer a lot of the advantages motorcycles have. The thing looks to be nearly as wide as a small car.

As far as attracting riders who are nervous about two wheels goes, a big maybe. You might snare some but most people are terribly afraid to be on/in any vehicle in traffic that doesn't offer substantial impact protection. Hence the rise of the SUV (even though their safety is greatly overrated by the average person).

It looks like fun, it's pretty well styled and it's a bold statement but I doubt it'll sell like hotcakes.

yankee2.1
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Posted 2/5/2007 11:12 AM (GMT -8)

The only problem I see with the BRP Spyder is - that it’s a motorcycle. It COULD be a 3-wheeler sports CAR. And it could be a car every bit as exciting as this motorcycle trike no doubt is, except that two people could sit side by side, would sit LOWER than on the motorcycle type trike, which would certainly add to the sense of speed (as well as giving it a MUCH lower center of gravity and so much better handling), and there’d be a place to put that bag of groceries, etc. I’m thinking of the old Morgan trikes, which have been little more than a pleasant memory for a very long time, and of a home-built/potentially, but never manufactured trike with a Moto-Guzzi motor I recall, which never quite got developed enough to be a runner. And I’m thinking about some very slow, and occasionally very fast rides through the New England countryside, on warm Spring mornings… or anytime. All that said, I believe that this layout, with 2 steering wheels up front and a single driver in back is far more stable and sporting than the opposite layout occasionally (but still not commonly) seen on the highways today. When turned hard, the front wheels support and bring the car around, rather than tending to roll it over, which I think is characteristic of the “single front-steering wheel” layout. In fact, this format works very well, and would make an economical and EXTREMELY sporting CAR. Those who favor motorcycles will always prefer TWO wheels, but this motorcycle-like trike is a big step in right direction!

Evans89
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Posted 2/5/2007 12:09 PM (GMT -8)

My first thought was it will never sell that well. And that may end up being the case, but I would love to drive one, or is it ride one? I know that it would be a kick in the pants to open it up on a good stretch of road. Kind of looks like a snowmobile for the street. I give them credit for giving us something different! I could see myself going on a long ride? with my girlfriend on the back, it looks plenty comfortable. Would like to test ride one at least!

freebird
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Posted 2/5/2007 2:53 PM (GMT -8)

yankee2.1 said...
The only problem I see with the BRP Spyder is - that it’s a motorcycle.

You are not the target audience. Likely, they are targeting snowmobile and ATV owners with a street-legal summer toy. In many USA states you do not need a motorcycle endorsement to ride a three-wheeler. The Spyder will be bought by guys who don't want to be 'bikers' - they just want to have a fun summer toy comparable to their winter snowmobile toy. On a sunny Saturday afternoon in June 'dad' will back the Spyder out of the garage and take 'Junior' out for a wild ride.

TTT
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Posted 2/7/2007 9:56 AM (GMT -8)

freebird said...

yankee2.1 said...
The only problem I see with the BRP Spyder is - that it’s a motorcycle.

I think you nailed it... I believe that at present 70% of the adult population in the US is "obese" and half of those are "morbidly obese"... many of these people are physically unable to ride conventional motorcycles, even big low cruisers.

This is a product aimed directly at people who are really heavy or otherwise physically incapable of handling a motorcycle.

Mr Casual
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Posted 2/7/2007 9:23 PM (GMT -8)

So you think it's a niche product aimed at the "Big Tubby Fatass" market segment?

Seems unlikely to me.

I think Freebird has it though . . . snowmobile and ATV types.

Moto-Pat
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Posted 2/8/2007 9:21 AM (GMT -8)

Buy a car. Or even better why not buy a motorcycle?

ListenUp
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Posted 2/8/2007 6:13 PM (GMT -8)

I checked out the spects on opentheroad.com......I think the Spyder looks fun! It's definitely not your average trike. I wanta test drive one of these puppies!

bmadson
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Posted 2/9/2007 8:56 AM (GMT -8)

Alright folks, I just got off the phone here in our Medford, Oregon HQ with Editor Duke and Editorial Director Kenny. They've been down in LA all week testing a bunch of new bikes and they're about 30 minutes away from test rides on the new Can-Am Spyder, so you can look forward to a First Ride article.

Post Edited (bmadson) : 2/9/2007 8:01:33 PM GMT

freebird
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Posted 2/9/2007 11:13 AM (GMT -8)

I think there is a non-motorcyclist demographic for 3-wheelers and trikes. However, with ATV buyers going auto-tranny the new breed of trikes/3-wheelers also needs to go that route. These bike would be bought as fun toys and likely used for 2-up riding. They do need to make them more 'naked' as I doubt buyers would be interested in touring or storage (ala conventional trike conversion kits). For example, build something along the lines of the Bobster Trike with a auto-tranny and seating for two.

By the way, depending on which state you live in they may or may not require a motorcycle or trike endorsement and may or may not be allowed in the carpool lane.

Bobster Trike by Zeel Design:

Post Edited (freebird) : 3/19/2007 10:55:41 PM GMT

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