VANDERHALL: Debut of the Vanderhall Speedster

[bikerbillone]

tomg posts #26 & 27, and what a beauty it is, worth the wait for sure. Ride it like you stole it, congratulations. :clapping:

 

[tomg]

tomg posts #26 & 27, and what a beauty it is, worth the wait for sure. Ride it like you stole it, congratulations. :clapping:

Thank you, they are supposed to ship the top to me direct and still waiting to hear when the trailer hitch will be available. First trip will probably be to Maggie Valley in a few weeks. Tomg

 

[Papa Zook]

View attachment 74778The wait is over and it was delivered last Thursday nite. The vehicle is so new the insurance company didn't have any info on it so they had to have the underwriters get the vehicle added to their system which took until Monday late. Tomg

You coming to Maggie Valley?

I may have to take a ride in this...

 

[pmar6004]

CONGRATS...!

View attachment 74778The wait is over and it was delivered last Thursday nite. The vehicle is so new the insurance company didn't have any info on it so they had to have the underwriters get the vehicle added to their system which took until Monday late. Tomg

Tomg,

Congratulations on the purchase of Vanderhall Carmel. Although your Carmel color appears it be black, it actually is their Poseidon Blue, correct? As you know from my previous posts, I'm very interested in the Carmel and I'm leaning towards the red Carmel GT. I'm having a bit of hesitation with justifying the extra $4K, where one gets a leather interior, paddle shifters and glossy black rims, but it's the Ruby Red Metallic color that I like, over what colors offered for the Carmel basic, Poseidon Blue and Vintage Silver. What was the turn around time you waited from when you pre-ordered to when your Carmel was delivered?

I convinced 3 "Vanderhallers" to attend the Deadwood 3 Wheeler Rally this year. More said that they plan on attending next year and I hope that you're one of them. I plan to be hosting a TT/T.O.I. Meet & Greet/Ride/Luncheon event again during the rally, but this time in my Carmel.

Again, congratulations. Many safe miles...!

pmar6004

 

[tomg]

Yes it is blue, dark dark blue. I actually think I might have picked another color and now they only list silver and the dark blue so what's up with that? The top, cruise control and dead pedal plate came standard which were all items I would have had to order so I thankful I saved there. I have the black rims on my Durango SRT and had black graphics put on the sides but I actually like the rims that came on the Carmel. I wish they would have left the cup holders by the shifter as where they are, they are pretty useless, very shallow and narrow. I ordered back in December but the wait time was longer as they weren't producing them then. I can't imagine you would wait near as long as I did. So far they have not taken my ideas of folding seats and a lockable cover for the storage area yet. One really needs the trailer hitch as the storage area is very limited as well as difficult to use. Tomg

 

[bikerbillone]

Was wondering about storage, looks like almost zero to none, so gotta have that trailer it seems for any kind of trip. Agree about the folding seats, would have been a nice convenience, not trying to pick it 'cause ain't nothing perfect as the saying goes. That bad boy sure looks good in the picture, so it's hard to pick 'good looking', sleek and stealth are the words that come to mind. I do not see three wheelers anywhere that look as good. Only time will tell the quality of the machine.

 

[tomg]

Storage is very limited to behind the seats which only slide forward several inches. Access is difficult to be kind! They need to have folding seats for access and a lockable cover. Even with those mods, you will still need a small trailer for luggage, folding chairs and space to carry a cover when parked at night for rain. That's why I keep looking for the release of the trailer hitch! Tomg

 

[bikerbillone]

Tom, sure hope Vanderhall comes through for you and future buyers. You have been totally patient in your wait, common sense, if Vanderhall wants to expand their buyer base they will have to get moving on a hitch. Surely not that complicated, if they can design the machine, the hitch should not be an issue.

 

[tomg]

Tom, sure hope Vanderhall comes through for you and future buyers. You have been totally patient in your wait, common sense, if Vanderhall wants to expand their buyer base they will have to get moving on a hitch. Surely not that complicated, if they can design the machine, the hitch should not be an issue.

I was told a couple of months ago that the redesign was complete but obviously getting it into production with a vendor they want is something else. Same thing with the top! Hopefully they will be available sooner than later. Tomg

 

[bikerbillone]

Yes, it's reality that production is a huge hurdle even for a good concept, here, patience is a virtue. Us riders, including me, over look this detail, including those things that break and have to be fixed, think it's called 'tunnel vision', if we ain't riding we ain't in happy place.

 

[Sandyken]

Tomg, your Carmel looks beautiful. We had a wonderful time at the Deadwood 3WR with PMAR6004. Almost everyone loved the Vanderhalls. Always a few haters in a group. We had a chance to test the Carmel and loved it. The Carmel comes in Blue and Silver. The Carmel GT comes in Red and White. Vanderhallusa.com has been updated to reflect final options included.

The cup holders are small. We purchased cup holder adapters on Amazon to fit a larger cup or bottles.

The capshades were at Sturgis and should be available soon.

There is a company in Florida that is going to make a trailer hitch. Paul Riccio also makes luggage racks.

Storage compartment covers have been fabricated for the Venice and the Carmel ones should follow. Ed Morgan is making these.

Carmel engine/transmission tunes are available through Bad News Racing.

The new factory is now in operation.

Enjoy your Carmel and options will come in time.

I know you don't like Facebook, but that's where most of the Vanderhall information is. Search FB for Vanderhall Performance and Accessories.

Have you noticed more attention everywhere you go? It's part of the Vanderhall experience.

 

[tomg]

Hi Ken, Yesterday was really my first ride in the Carmel as I've been in the middle of my house being painted which meant that I had to remove my hurricane shutters and brackets and put back up after the painting. We also have had probably the wettest and hottest 6 weeks I've ever seen in Florida so it has not been the best time to ride. As I sold my Stallion in February, I haven't ridden at all so I need to get some more miles in and I hope I get better accustomed to the seats as right now I think they are not very comfortable. Thanks for the info as the Orlando dealer also had told me about the rack and hitch being in work. Tomg

 

[tomg]

Tomg, your Carmel looks beautiful. We had a wonderful time at the Deadwood 3WR with PMAR6004. Almost everyone loved the Vanderhalls. Always a few haters in a group. We had a chance to test the Carmel and loved it. The Carmel comes in Blue and Silver. The Carmel GT comes in Red and White. Vanderhallusa.com has been updated to reflect final options included.

The cup holders are small. We purchased cup holder adapters on Amazon to fit a larger cup or bottles.

The capshades were at Sturgis and should be available soon.

There is a company in Florida that is going to make a trailer hitch. Paul Riccio also makes luggage racks.

Storage compartment covers have been fabricated for the Venice and the Carmel ones should follow. Ed Morgan is making these.

Carmel engine/transmission tunes are available through Bad News Racing.

The new factory is now in operation.

Enjoy your Carmel and options will come in time.

I know you don't like Facebook, but that's where most of the Vanderhall information is. Search FB for Vanderhall Performance and Accessories.

Have you noticed more attention everywhere you go? It's part of the Vanderhall experience.

Ken, I think you must be referring to the cup holder that was by the shifter as the Carmel holder is almost even with the door panel. There isn't enough room to use a koozie, also a far reach to get to and in the way getting in and out! Tom

 

[Sandyken]

Tong, We ordered a pair of these off Amazon for our Laguna that has a similar cup holder by the door. They fit into the 3" cup holders and will fit a variety of cups. There are a variety of different styles to choose from. Yes they get in the way of getting in and out.

For greater comfort in the seats, I scoot my butt as far back into the seat as possible for more support.

Hope your weather improves. We have about 10 more weeks to play and then storage time.

 

[Sandyken]

2019 Biketoberfest Vanderhall Rally

To anyone interested, there is a Vanderhall get together planned for the Biketoberfest rally in Daytona this year. Info as follows.

2nd Multi State V Rally Oct 18-20 combined with Daytona Biketoberfest!

Register now!

Friday night get together at Spruce Creek Airport with Aircraft Flyovers and a hangar pizza welcome party. Saturday Poker Run with a scenic woodland drive to an ocean beach front restaurant at Flagler Beach. Return Beach drive, then down Main St. Daytona ending at the V Demo/Display at the Daytona NASCAR Speedway. Saturday night dinner at Spruce Creek Airport. Sunday breakfast at the beach and depart.

Being Biketoberfest weekend get your hotel reservations now. They will fill up fast. Come one, come all Vanderhalls. It will be a fun weekend. In July we had 11 V’s 20+ attendees, some came all the way to FL from TX so we really want YOU to join us! Hosted by Jeff Edwards & Jennifer Edwards (with lots of help) Oct. 18-20.

We need to know how many to plan for. TEXT the following to Riley at 407-430-7462:

Your Name

Your Guest’s Name

V T-Shirt Sizes (both)

Fri night Pizza Welcome Yes or No

Sat Poker Run Yes or No

Sat night Dinner Yes or No

Sun AM Breakfast Yes or No

Home City/State

Email Address (for more details)

 

[tomg]

Road the Smokies and it was as hot up on the mountains as here in Florida! Tomg

 

[Gorilla]

look in good there tom

 

[tomg]

look in good there tom

Thanks Ted, my top came in while I was in Tenn so hopefully I'll get it installed this week! Terrible mileage riding the Smoky mountains , only averaged 46.4 mph LOL almost makes me think I was going down hill more than up hill ! Tomg

 

[Gorilla]

Tom that is super mileage. Have you even thought about quiting with the smile yet?

 

[pmar6004]

"Let The Fun Begin..."

Well I suppose I had better make the announcement that I'm officially a "Vanderhaller", as of Oct. 8th. I traded my '09 TMS Stallion and '11 Aluma TK1 trailer for a Vanderhall Carmel GT. It took about 8 weeks from the time I placed my order till the time I received delivery. I was beginning to worry, since snow showers were forecasted for the week that I planned on picking it up. I rented a U-Haul tow dolly to transport my new "toy" back home. Prior to leaving, I bought some Transport Wrap (3 mil white plastic wrap which has an adhesive on one side that leaves no residue) that I can't speak too highly enough for its effectiveness. I wrapped my Carmel GT like a cocoon, duct taping the seams of the wrap just as a precaution. I was sure glad that I did, for it rained for the last 100 miles of my 440 mile trip. Now if our Fall weather would just return so I can get some enjoyment, prior to putting it to rest for it's winter nap.

pmar6004

 

[PosseRider]

Congrats on the new ride Paul. Looks good. :clapping::Coffee:

 

[rhino 2]

In Jersey.........If you read the regulations the Vanderhall and the Slingshot has to be resisted as an ;Autocyle..... Yet my Slingshot is registered as an Motorcycle..And when i asked the only Vanderhall dealer in Jersey and also a few Slingshot dealers , They all tell me they don't know what i'm talking about? They say they registered all of them as Motorcycles..

My Slingshot is registered as and renewed as a Motorcycle...:Shrug:...

 

[rhino 2]

Just to add.........Even though they are registered as Motorcycles in most states a Motorcycle license is not required.....:Shrug:...And if not mistaken some states driving the Spyder doesn't require having a Motorcycle license...

 

[Gorilla]

Just to add.........Even though they are registered as Motorcycles in most states a Motorcycle license is not required.....:Shrug:...And if not mistaken some states driving the Spyder doesn't require having a Motorcycle license...

in Florida if it registered as a motorcycle: Florida statue

If you wish to operate any two or three wheel motorcycle, whose engine size is more than 50 cc, you are required to have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver license or hold a ‘Motorcycle Only’ license. Please note that anyone driving a motorcycle without an endorsement is violating the law.

 

[Jack Klarich]

in Florida if it registered as a motorcycle: Florida statue

If you wish to operate any two or three wheel motorcycle, whose engine size is more than 50 cc, you are required to have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver license or hold a ‘Motorcycle Only’ license. Please note that anyone driving a motorcycle without an endorsement is violating the law.

Ted, my license in Florida is Motorcycle Also, I transitioned from 2 to 3 wheels

 

[bikerbillone]

tomg, where are you storing your travel gear, and especially when you convince the Mrs. to travel with you?

 

[tomg]

tomg, where are you storing your travel gear, and especially when you convince the Mrs. to travel with you?

Until they come up with a trailer hitch, I bought a tow dolly! Hopefully someone will come up with a hitch so I can get a small trailer for trips and not have to tow the Carmel.

Tom