Back in 1975, Honda introduced the Gold Wing, a flat four cylinder, 999cc motorcycle without all of the fairings, radios, luggage and accessories most folks think of when they hear the words Gold Wing. There is quite a bit of interest in the old Wings and some owners have rather innovative ideas of how they should look. This particular example, the Bulldog Bobber, looks … [Read more...]
Trilean – Tilting Gold Wing Enclosed Trike
The idea of a tilting trike with a fixed rear drive section has been getting a bit more press with the Carver and Clever and the VentureOne, but I saw this one, called the Trilean, for sale on eBay based on a Honda Gold Wing and according to the description, it was built in 1998, so it precedes the others by a number of years. Before you criticize it on aesthetic grounds, … [Read more...]
Mazda Rotary Engine Motorcycle
Got an interesting photo yesterday of this rotary motorcycle sent in by a reader looking for more information. I don't have all of the details yet but I thought I would put this out for everyone to check out and see what you thought of it. The rotary engine is from a Mazda and is the 2 rotor variety, which may be all they make for all I know, I'm not up on my rotary engines. … [Read more...]
Fast Changing Technology for Motorcycles
Think back just a few years. How many three wheel production motorcycles or cars were being produced? Not trike conversions using a “normal†motorcycle as a base vehicle but a three wheeler from day one. Were there any? Historically, many have come and gone but at that time, the T-Rex powered by a Kawasaki engine was out there, a very low production vehicle but beyond that, … [Read more...]
Big Twin Racers Warhorse for sale
Got a note from Curt Winter, his Big Twin Racers Warhorse is up for sale. I wrote about Curt's company before, Curt offers rolling chassis or frame kits to build your own bike like the one in the photo. This bike is Curt's personal ride and he's making way for a new project. The Warhorse has Harley Davidson Evo power, Ohlins suspension, Brembo brakes and lots of good stuff all … [Read more...]
Piaggio MP3 Scooters Getting Good Reviews
It seems quite a few of the new Piaggio MP3 tilting three wheelers are getting out on the road now and several of their new owners are leaving their impressions here at The Kneeslider. From the sound of it, performance from the 250cc version is more than adequate for highway riding which seemed to be a sticking point for some potential buyers. Judging from new owner comments, … [Read more...]
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