Can Am vs. Goldwing

[fordor328]

Here's my dilemna -- For the same money, I can buy either A. 2008 Goldwing HPNA with Hannigan trike kit, 1900 miles, no warranty, from a dealer 400 miles away from my home, or B. 2012 Can Am Touring, 2 year full warranty, dealer 1/2 hour from my house. I plan to do a cross country trip next spring (have already done one on a Wing (2 wheeler)), but other than that riding will be daily fun and weekend trips.

Opinions?????

 

[Nana]

Oh dear.... That's a bit like asking if blonds, brunettes, or redheads are better! LOL!

 

[saab9k]

Oh dear.... That's a bit like asking if blonds, brunettes, or redheads are better! LOL!

Redheads are fun, has a lively temper.

lol

 

[Livin2Ride]

IF you decide on the CamAm don't buy it until you have seen and can ride the 2013 models.

 

[Warlock]

Here's my dilemna -- For the same money, I can buy either A. 2008 Goldwing HPNA with Hannigan trike kit, 1900 miles, no warranty, from a dealer 400 miles away from my home, or B. 2012 Can Am Touring, 2 year full warranty, dealer 1/2 hour from my house. I plan to do a cross country trip next spring (have already done one on a Wing (2 wheeler)), but other than that riding will be daily fun and weekend trips.

Opinions?????

I'm new here, but have been studing both of these. My wife rides a 08 SE5 Spyder. The RT's has been having some problems. For the dependability I would go with the Goldwing. I had thought about the RT Spyder but backed away from them right now. I don't know what the 13 model has to offer yet.

David

 

[americanbadass]

I feel like the honda would be the best option. I just can't wrap my brain around the can ams. They look like mechanical insects to me-but who knows, I might like one if I rode it. :Shrug:

:GL1800: This is you crusin on that bad wing!!!!

 

[msocko3]

I'd be leaning heavily towards the Goldwing, I can't warm up to to the looks of the Can am.

 

[Oldmsocko]

Oh dear.... That's a bit like asking if blonds, brunettes, or redheads are better! LOL!

Unless their hair color is natural( not out of a bottle ) I'm not sure how you would be able to make an accurate decision.

 

[Bob Witte]

Here's my dilemna -- For the same money, I can buy either A. 2008 Goldwing HPNA with Hannigan trike kit, 1900 miles, no warranty, from a dealer 400 miles away from my home, or B. 2012 Can Am Touring, 2 year full warranty, dealer 1/2 hour from my house. I plan to do a cross country trip next spring (have already done one on a Wing (2 wheeler)), but other than that riding will be daily fun and weekend trips.

Opinions?????

Hook up the trailer and fill up the cage and go get the Hannigan!

 

[rmrc51]

I really think you'll get much more fun and pleasure with the 08 Wing/Hannigan trike! :10:

 

[John Luciano]

Something to ponder. Would I buy a Spyder YES. I would buy it as my second trike
Reason, on a cross country trip you will never be more than 100 miles away from a Honda dealer. If you are there is most likely a person nearby that can fix it. The CanAm on the other hand you may not find a dealer within 500 miles. Full WARRENTEE is of no use in an area that has no dealer. Parts is the other issue, I read that it may take a week or. 2 to get a part. Hopefully you will be someplace you want to stay for the week.
If I had the space, I would be the Jay Leno of trikes.

 

[MarciaG]

When I bought my trike this year, I looked at all of them that I could find! I looked at the Can Ams. They were pretty slick (the ones that were loaded). But really, there's no comparison, in my humble opinion, when comparing a Can Am to a Honda Goldwing! 2 cylinders versus 6. And yes, I kept hearing about people who have problems when they need service. I already went through that with a "foreign made" scooter!! Never again! Hondas are very reliable but when you need a dealership, they are easy to find! The real turnoff for me was reading the Can Am owner's manual online. They kept referring to the possibility of "rollovers".

I love my Goldwing!

MarciaG

 

[Beorn of Ga]

If you check the cost of CanAm dealer maintenance and location of CanAm dealers, vs Honda, you probably won't spend much time deciding on the Goldwing. Never mind the CanAm problems with steering stability with interstate driving (wind from big trucks, and/or wind in general). CanAm problems with 2 up riding around corners due to independent suspension. CanAm's little actual storage space due to irregular shaped storage areas.

This is written by an x CanAm and Goldwing owner. I now ride a Triglide (that has it's own problems, but nothing that around $2,000 in after market parts didn't fix).

 

[rhino 2]

I had a Can Am for over 3 years, About a year ago i finally got tired of all the down time and months waiting for backordered parts, So i bit the bullet put two thousand dollars in it for the last breakdown and 45 days waiting for parts and traded it in for a new Tri Glide. ThumbUp
BRP Is laking in customer support once you buy one your almost on your own.

 

[Memnoch451]

I am still trying to figure out who the Can-am was built for???? Old crotch rocket guys like me or girls? Goldwing is the best touring bike on the planet..even better than the BMW's as bang for the buck goes!


Goldwing trike = better ride, more storage and in my opinion dependability!

Right now I have nothing bad or good to say about the Can-am I have only rode one once for about 15 miles. So take my Info with a grain of salt.

 

[triwinggirl]

Re: Can Am vs. GoldWing

There is not question here DON"T BUY THE CAN AM.

You really want the GoldWing but you should install a DFT trike kit on it you will save weight and some money.

In Nevada a trimobile is defined by a 3 wheeled vehicle with 2 rear driven wheels. Around here a can am is a motorcycle by definition it only has one rear driven wheel. you must carry a MC license and comply with all motorcycle safety regs.

A trimobile is exempt from all MC regs only need standard car license.

This is how it should be? i do know that neither one will fall over and both are stable. But those is the rules most everywhere.

Good luck with your choice GO GOLDWING DFT ThumbUp :GL1800:

ITS THE JAGUAR better the just a caddy :AGGHH:

 

[jtilmon]

go goldwing / hannigan - cannot beat the preformance and ride for the goldwing.

 

[Shimpy]

I've read a post some time ago about an oil change on a Can Am costing
$300.

 

[RSW]

My first choice is a VW, so take my opinion with a open mind. I would go with the Goldwing. I just can't see loading down or pulling a trailer with a CAN AM. Just not enough R and R put into the Can Am to be a touring trike. For a weekend puddle jumper, maybe, but not for any long road trips.

 

[Woolie]

Oh dear.... That's a bit like asking if blonds, brunettes, or redheads are better! LOL!

Yes they are...

 

[tis]

So, what did you decide? I would go with the GoldWing......Have you seen pictures, or what condition is it in. Could someone check it out for you..........

 

[rmrc51]

For a weekend puddle jumper, maybe, but not for any long road trips.

Randy made a good point above regarding the Can-Am for a weekend ride and not for a long haul. If money wasn't a factor, get both. But I have to agree, you can't do better than a GoldWing for a long comfortable ride! ThumbUp

 

[rhino 2]

Many spyder owners travel great distances with their spyders, The problem is when you have a breakdown [and they do a lot] on the road [limp modes etc] and you find a dealer which you didn't buy it from, Most will depending on the time of the season, will be busy repairing jet skis, atvs or snowmobiles, And tell you maybe we can get you in by the end of the week ,or next. And if they can get to it right away most likely the part you need will be on back order.

 

[sgtbush207]

Can Am's are a much smaller machine in terms of engine size, horse power and weight. For riding long distances like you mentioned, the Goldwing Trike is hands down the best choice. More comfort, more storage space and a smoother- heavier ride. Can Am's are great for mountain riding like the TV commercials show, or short distance riding, but there is a huge difference in a 900cc or 1000cc Can Am -vs- 1832 cc 6 cylinder Goldwing out on the highway. Just pick what best suits your riding needs.

 

[saab9k]

The Can-Am is light, 500 lbs.

 

[spiritdream]

Here's my dilemna -- For the same money, I can buy either A. 2008 Goldwing HPNA with Hannigan trike kit, 1900 miles, no warranty, from a dealer 400 miles away from my home, or B. 2012 Can Am Touring, 2 year full warranty, dealer 1/2 hour from my house. I plan to do a cross country trip next spring (have already done one on a Wing (2 wheeler)), but other than that riding will be daily fun and weekend trips.
Opinions?????

I would personally go with the Gold Wing, but then I've never ridden the Spyder - sat on one out of curiosity, and it was much too uncomfortable for my taste. Haven't tried the touring model yet.

My brother in law has the original version - his girlfriend (who rides it more than he does) hates it. Says it takes too much upper body strength to maneuver. She test rode the touring version at Americade and liked it much better, but still complained her shoulders and back hurt "a bit". My brother in law did put on risers, but it was a hell of a job to do it!!

What dealer are you talking to for the S;yder? Just curious how many are around now.

 

[rhino 2]

The Can-Am is light, 500 lbs.

Nope, Dry weight 929 lbs, and 998cc.

 

[msocko3]

Many spyder owners travel great distances with their spyders, The problem is when you have a breakdown [and they do a lot] on the road [limp modes etc] and you find a dealer which you didn't buy it from, Most will depending on the time of the season, will be busy repairing jet skis, atvs or snowmobiles, And tell you maybe we can get you in by the end of the week ,or next. And if they can get to it right away most likely the part you need will be on back order.

That dealer attitude will sure keep the brand from graining ground with the serious touring riders, just can't be told we'll get to at the end of the week when someone is 1,000 miles from home and on vacation.

 

[Chazzman]

Do lot's of research before taking the plunge to a Can Am.

 

[nytriker]

Met a few Can Am riders on my trip last June while on the Blur Ridge Parkway (coming home from Florida). They were gracious enough to answer my questions and show me their machines. Seemed to take pride in their choices, however, they were staying at a local camp ground and had transported their machines in a toy hauler since neither couple would ride them long distances. Also, they seem to be amazed that I rode my trike from my home in Western NY down to Florida and back. Long story short...go with the wing.