Posts by V-SHOT

  • Luggage Racks Anyone?

    This has been a long time coming. I promised @SlingLow a thorough review of his Luggage Racks. Truth be told, I have been so busy enjoying them, I just never made or had the time to sit down and critique them. So here I go.
    First, the workmanship is impeccable. You can see that a lot of time and effort was expended in making a quality product. High quality metal and high quality welds. No burrs. No sharp edges. Perfect craftsmanship. For the powder coating...No runs. No drips. No errors. Sorry Rustoleum. And as for the modification to fit the Stinger Top...dead spot on!!!
    Now, for the functionality. A few of you remember when I picked up the Sedici Bags back in early 2016...



    Well, I didn't want to get rid of them when I got the Stinger Top. Unfortunately, no-one made a viable option that would interface with the Stinger Top. Enter @SlingLow...




    Sedici Bags fit lit a glove. Albeit, just a touch of overhang. Makes for an interesting time at the fuel pumps. Other than that, no complaint, whatsoever!!!
    The Racks are built strong and sturdy. No vibrations at all. The wife and I went to Clarksville last weekend and packed enough clothes for a week, even though we only needed clothes for five days. Pretty hefty load out. The racks handled the weight, just fine. Someone asked if I experienced any drag with the bags extending above the top of the Stinger. Lets just say the trip to and from Clarksville was ever so slightly above the posted speed limit,...okay...so it was more than slightly. Stop judging! At any rate, I noticed no drag. We achieved the same gas mileage.
    Bottom line, the Luggage Racks are Kick Ass! Some people might not consider Luggage Racks as a TRUE mod. But, for someone who sacrificed one of the two compartments behind the seats for a little bit of BOOM, the extra space the Luggage Racks provide makes up for the loss...and makes the wife a happy camper. And, for me, that's all that really matters.
    Maybe not the most technical review, but all the bases were hit. Now, get off your butts and go get a set. I ain't playin'!!! X(

  • T-Rex

    Quote from BONES

    I know when I was looking they had a Kawi motor...Im sure you could upgrade like anything else?
    The vehicle sports a Kawasaki 1,352cc inline-four engine that pumps out 197 horsepower and 154 Nm (113.5 lb.ft.) of torque, and is coupled with a sequential six-speed gearbox. Performance wise, the T-Rex 14RR accelerates from naught to 96km/h in 3.9 seconds and hits a top speed of 230km/h (144 mph).


    And I do see the BMW motor as well...Probably the $65k+ model???

    ...And I think you can get it with a 'BUSA power plant, as well.

  • Report your current weather here.

    Quote from V-SHOT


    I want one of these!!!!! :00008172::00008172:

    Be very careful what you wish for...

    Velma and I just got back from a ride with @av8ingtom, and saw a box on our front porch. At the same time, I got a text from @Rob the Slob saying "I heard there was a package delivered to you today."
    To my surprise and Velma's enjoyment, we finally got something we could really use!!! :00008172::00008356:
    Rob, you and Luann are the best!!!
    (Next time, I'm gonna' wish for a Lamborghini!!!) :00008356:

  • T-Rex

    Quote from edwardaneal


    doors? windows? a roof?
    yes it looks wicked, but I bought my Slingshot to be open like a motorcycle not just another sports car


    but it is cool, just not even close to what I wanted

    I'm on the same bus as you. Too much like another Sports Car. But given the opportunity, I could see me in one. I just wouldn't have as much fun as the Slingshot. Truth be told, I think I would rather have the wind in my face, and what hair I have left, blowing in the breeze. Yeah, pretty to look at, but my choice is still the Sling.

  • T-Rex



  • T-Rex

    Switchblade Doors?!?!?



    Might be a choir...but, think of the looks you would garner!!!!

  • T-Rex

    I still like what they did with the Campagna Aero 3s...






    ...Just ain't got the stomach to purchase one!!!


    (DISCLAIMER) This is just a T-REX with a $10,000.00 Add-on Kit.

  • American Motorcyclist magazine review of the Slingshot

    Quote from BKL

    I thought they gave it an honest review, especially for a group primarily focused on two-wheelers. I attached the review.AMSlingRvw.pdf

    Good read. Managed to stay on the non-biased stance. It all boils down to one thing. The Slingshot defies categorization. Each State has it's own little quirks about the Slingshot. Just make sure you check with your local statutes. It's meant for fun. Just ride...obey the law...and have a buttload of fun with it. Call it what you want...just ride the damn thing and enjoy it!!! :thumbsup:

  • Who parked beside of you and made you cringe when you seen it?

    Parked at the local hardware store one day. Purposely left a bunch of empty slots between the Sling and the surrounding cars. Came back out to find this !$@#** sitting right next to me. I guess it was a feeble attempt of "Ride Shaming" on his part. Didn't bother me one bit. I simply hopped back into the Sling, and headed on my merry way.
    Wonder if that guy ever found that hunk of chewing gum I left for him!?!?!?! :00008172::00008356: