Pros and cons ???

[trikermutha]

Really??? What tire? We are still searching for one that gets more than 9K. On our second Yokahama S-Drive which is supposed to get better mileage but the first sure didn't. But that second tire was put on after getting the trike laser aligned and they said it was way out. So we shall see. But we are always open for suggestions for that rear tire. Wife drives the RT Limited following me and my hotrod days are well behind me. So it isn't throttle twisting that is limiting her to 9K. Got 11K on the OEM Kenda.

MAn my first Kenda only got 5800 miles..Then went with the Vee Rubber and was OK but replaced it around 8000 miles because I was going on a trip and figured it would be bald by the time I got back home. Now using a car tire for the rear Kuhmo ESTA all weather. Think its up to around 14 k on it now and still got rubber left. Then put Federals on the front. Boy what a difference in handling. Those tires still look like new.

I am sure I would remove the rear Kenda on the Slingshot if I ever got one and find a car tire

 

[rhino 2]

Really??? What tire? We are still searching for one that gets more than 9K. On our second Yokahama S-Drive which is supposed to get better mileage but the first sure didn't. But that second tire was put on after getting the trike laser aligned and they said it was way out. So we shall see. But we are always open for suggestions for that rear tire. Wife drives the RT Limited following me and my hotrod days are well behind me. So it isn't throttle twisting that is limiting her to 9K. Got 11K on the OEM Kenda.

It was the OEM Kenda....And if i remember correctly [i sold the Spyder 8 years ago] i was running less air than was recommended at the factory settings when i noticed the center of the tire was wearing much faster than the sides were...:Shrug:...

 

[Freewheeling Ron]

I’m not speaking from experience but I have read a lot since I got mine. Lots of rubber for 1,700 pounds, so hydroplaning is much more likely over motorcycles. I’ve purchased some good plastic wax for windshield so it will shed cause I cannot see over the windshield. I’ll do the inside also to reduce fogging.

I’ve read where water can soak into the seats or seat covers so trash bags might be good to use (a high dollar option but maybe worth it). I have a taller windshield and a top, but water looks like it will still get in. A big complaint is water being thrown in from spray off the back tire. I have a rear windscreen and that is supposed to stop that, as would a rear fender.

All in all, I think I’d rather ride this when it’s raining than 2 wheels or a conventional trike. I’ve hydroplaned on 2 wheels during heavy rain with Michelin pilots. I’ve put a rain suit in it so I won’t be any worse off than being on 2 wheels. I’ve ridden in the rain a lot on long trips, you just need to have rain gear to stay dry. And if it’s bad, stop and get a burger.

 

[harleyujoe]

I’m not speaking from experience but I have read a lot since I got mine. Lots of rubber for 1,700 pounds, so hydroplaning is much more likely over motorcycles. I’ve purchased some good plastic wax for windshield so it will shed cause I cannot see over the windshield. I’ll do the inside also to reduce fogging. I’ve read where water can soak into the seats or seat covers so trash bags might be good to use (a high dollar option but maybe worth it). I have a taller windshield and a top, but water looks like it will still get in. A big complaint is water being thrown in from spray off the back tire. I have a rear windscreen and that is supposed to stop that, as would a rear fender. All in all, I think I’d rather ride this when it’s raining than 2 wheels or a conventional trike. I’ve hydroplaned on 2 wheels during heavy rain with Michelin pilots. I’ve put a rain suit in it so I won’t be any worse off than being on 2 wheels. I’ve ridden in the rain a lot on long trips, you just need to have rain gear to stay dry. And if it’s bad, stop and get a burger.

You will not want to ride a Slingshot over any 2 wheel motorcycle in any rain.

You say cover your seats so I take it you have custom seats and not stock seats ?? Stock rubber seats are excellent in rain just not hot sunny days.

You say you have taller windshield .So it is aftermarket windshield.. If you have F4 windshield he does not recommend any plastic windshield spray. But to use alcohol for cleaning.

 

[rhino 2]

You will not want to ride a Slingshot over any 2 wheel motorcycle in any rain.

You say cover your seats so I take it you have custom seats and not stock seats ?? Stock rubber seats are excellent in rain just not hot sunny days.

You say you have taller windshield .So it is aftermarket windshield.. If you have F4 windshield he does not recommend any plastic windshield spray. But to use alcohol for cleaning.

I drive my Slingshot in the rain and never had a problem except when i get too heavy on the gas, And then the traction control and stability instantly corrects.. ....And i've ridden two wheelers since the late 60's and i can say i rather be driving the Slingshot in the rain then any of the other bikes i've owned The two worst/dangerous bikes I've ever owned and rode in the rain was a Cb 750 Custom and a Suzuki T 1000.. ....With the Slingshot I might get a little wet, But i won't fall over... As far as the stock seats go they don't hold water...And they are not plastic...

My windshield is the Polaris ripper model....And to clean it i use the Honda spray wax..

Like i said in a few of my other posts the Slingshot wasn't my first choice but its where i'm at now.... That said the more i drive it the more i enjoy it, Like just this morning on my Coffee run, Light snow mix with sleet/rain..ThumbUp,,

 

[Freewheeling Ron]

I believe I have a Polaris Ripper windshield. My seats have PRP seat covers over what I believe are oem seats. With respect to the seats getting wet, as I mentioned, I’m not speaking from experience but rather from what I’ve read. There are several threads on this on other SS specific forums. I’m not sure what seats they had. The plastic wax was recommended by one of the vendors who sells SS accessories.

 

[Arctic Fox]

I depends on how bad your knees are and how heavy you are.....I have a Slingshot and i wont kid you, It's not the easiest Machine to get in and out of... You should go to a dealer and sit in one, Get out, Walk around and sit in it again...That will give you an idea..

As far as cons, For me anyway, Wide front end so i have to be very carful pulling in and out of my garage , Also when pulling into a parking space the air dam in front will hit the curb....Also very limited storage space......