Posts by airoutlaw

Quote from Hammerhead

Hello all, my name is Shannon & I'm new to the forum. I joined mainly to get you guy's opinions on the Slingshot. I currently ride a DL1000 Vstrom but I'd like to "upgrade" to a Slingshot within 6 months to a year. I love my bike but I'm a little weary of putting my son on the back so I think the Slingshot would be a more "family friendly" option than a true motorcycle. Some of the things I'd like to know are: Do cagers tend to ""see" the Slingshot better than they see bikes? How reliable is it? Is it comfortable on long trips? Is it worth the extra money for the SL model? I'm sure I'll think of more questions but any info is appreciated. Thanks!

Welcome @Hammerhead... you came to the right place for answers. And you pose some great questions...
but, no one can answer the question: Does it fit you?

The Slingshot is not a car... it is not required to meet standards of automobile manufacturers. No airbags, no crush resistant passenger compartments, less stringent EPA requirements, and a weight restriction to meet
DOT licensing requirements.

It is not a motorcycle... it may be tagged as such in your state, but you are not going to be splitting lanes, riding staggered in same lane, putting your feet down at stops, and you may be challenged for parking in motorcycle only parking spots.

The Slingshot was built from the ground up as trike. So, maybe we should call it sport trike because unlike after market trikes, it contains no motorcycle.

And trikes fill a niche... for me, a bad back was beginning to play havoc with two wheel upright riding. Older folks not so brazen anymore, younger folks who want something different, but not a motorcycle.

The Slingshot is a love it or hate it machine... I love my Slingshot but hate that it's not my Goldwing. Have known some folks that bought a Slingshot and then sold it within the month.

Will the Slingshot fit you? Do your own research. Start with this forum. It will give you an idea of what to expect down the road. Try to get some time in one. Demo ride, or hook up someone who owns one, sit both seats, they are different. Make your own pros and cons list. Get informed.

In the end, it is still two seats, open air, and as dangerous as anything you will meet on the road.

As for visibility... people don't see trains, buses, and tractor trailers... buildings, trees, rocks.

If you want to be seen, don't go into the forest...

And once again, welcome to slingshotinfo forum.

Quote from Punisher

True airoutlaw. I'm ready to extend my warranty (or not) called Polaris to go over their plan and noticed at the bottom of the paper and i quote (Standard $50.00 deductible applies per visit. WTF

I would consider that to be similar to a co-pay. If I take it to the dealer, pretty sure it will cost more than 50 bucks. And, to get 50 dollars from me, they got to ask for it. Had a similar extended warranty on my Goldwing, they never asked.

Haven't gotten into my extended warranty yet so will leave that open to someone who has.

For less than fifty dollars, I will pop a Tylenol and fix it myself.

Quote from Tripod

Oh, it's correct alright - that's my house...

Ever thought about having your garage door painted black???

Well?

How bout now?

Just because I have a mod installed, doesn't mean it caused a failure. Poor quality and workmanship would probably come into play first....

Quote from Nemesis1701

Maggie Valley 2016

Looking at pics on my phone... Bottom pic looked like one of @rabtechs chairs made last year's event. Sorry.

Quote from rabtech

I think I have this figured out... I will pre-print (in color) about 200 name tags that have the forum logo on the top half. Then everyone can write in your real name and forum name under the color printed logo. I will have multiple colored lanyards that might even match your SS. And I will have clear holders to slide them into...

I will have them available for those that want them. I am ordering enough supplies for 200.

And I might even have time to preprint the name and forum name on some of them. I have a feeling it will be quite a job to type all the info but I may be able to. No promises on that part...

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...and let's carry this one step further for @rabtech.

GROUP PHOTO!!! FAIRGROUNDS!

Shirts and stinking badges!

Time and date of least conflict... haha

suggestion... Thursday 5:30 -6:00 pm

Saw a posting elsewhere that one of the vendors was going to be doing laser alignments at the event...

Yep, I like the "insurance savings"...

Quote from ivor

OK I have read all the criticism leveled at us due to me publishing yesterday we would be making a charge of $10.00 for persons entering the Fairgrounds.Many accusations have been waved at me from this forum. I hear your criticisms.I will not answer individually but will state as follows.
Slingshots in the Smokies when held at the hotel was fairly easy.It has grown to big for that thus the move to the Fairgrounds.Taking the Fairgrounds has increased the costs hugely to put this event on.
We held vendor charges down and kept registration fees for the event the same.We have been. Very particular in only taking Slingshot Vendors on and not taking Vendors selling other products.The object as always is to make this into a really fun Slingshot Owners Event.The extra charges were meant to offset some of the huge extra costs we are incurring by taking the Fairgrounds.
I AM HOWEVER PREPARED TO LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE(namely you guys on this forum)
We therefore will waive any costs for anyone walking in to see and walk around.IT WILL BE FREE.
Only registered participants will be able to participate in the the activities of Slingshots in the Smokies.
For anyone not registered who wish to enter the event with a Slingshot the fee of $25.00 per day stands.This fee will only enable them to park and walk around.
We look forward to having a great event!!

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@ivor

That may have been a hard pill to swallow but was a better alternative to the bad taste it would have left with everyone else. You work hard to make these events happen and you have some tough choices to make. From what I have seen and experienced myself, YOU PUT ON A DAMN GOOD SHOW!

And maybe it's time we put it out there...

What as a group could we do for you or this event?

Just got off the "online chat" with Quickjack... The 5000slx has three rubber block jacking points per rack side for use with shorter, longer frames... and that was my only inquiry.

Varying views and folks seeing both sides of the fence...

My plans for this years event are unchanged. We will go and enjoy what the vendors have to offer, the local vista and cuisine, seeing and riding with all. And like all outings, will base any future plans for this event on the outcome of this one.

Quote from ivor

May30-Jun4
Only Slingshots will be allowed into the Festival Grounds.All other vehicles trucks,notorcycles cars etc etc may park in the Fairground parking lots on the perimeter free of charge.
All who have preregisterd check in at Slingshotroadsters.The team will be there at the entrance to the Festival Grounds.If you have not registered you may do so there or on line prior.
Registration fees are $49.00 for Slingshot&Driver plus $25.00 for a passenger.
Only fully registered owners may participate in everything going on.

Should you wish to come for one day to hang with owners or see vendors there will be a $25.00 fee for a Slingshot PER DAY.

For Walkins wanting to look around there will be a $10.00 fee adults and $5.00 children under 12 PER DAY.
Registrations are open through our website or App or at the event.

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My wife and I attended the event last year and had a great time. Pre-registered, money up front and hotel reservations. Same thing this year with the exception that the wife, due to work requirements, will not be able to join us for the full event. This year my daughter will be attending with me. My wife, if possible, may come up Saturday and then follow us out on Sunday. We will pay the required fee for her to walk around. We will see how this event plays out this year.

I hope we are not charging people to look at my Slingshot because I parked it at an event I paid to attend.

@kev

Told you I would get you something on a front open wheel thought even if it was a doodle...
managed to get some sleep and finally made it to the main keyboard.

Here's my doodlin'... and I said "doodlin".

Quote from WOLF

If you watch the video on the link page, you will know you'll be fine with the 5k.

And if you listen to the video he states that they had to install different hydraulics to be able to lift. The framing was the only part of the 5000 jack that they used. Most items of this nature are under rated. But if something fails because you exceeded manufacture claims, your dime.

Came across this one on the youtube...

Just gotta share.

Don't want him working on any of my machines.... Can only imagine the dollar signs popped up in his head when it drove in even though he had never seen one.

Think I heard banjos playing...

Quote from Bill Martin

I GOTTA pull this off now OR you guys will gimme a new name........

JACKSHIT

No pressure....

Quote from funinthesun

I added mine up and I've spent over $150 so far in mods so far

Can't believe he says that with a straight face... He probably still has the first roll of toilet paper he bought.

I'll buy that for two dollars, Johnny.

BRAGGIN RIGHTS: LIST YOUR MODS, CUSTOMIZATIONS FOR YOUR SLINGSHOT..

Or my soon to be released book coming to novelty shops everywhere...

My trip and downward spiral to the poor house... one pretty at a time!

Quote from Guardian_Angel

Could be useful for lawnmowers and painting porch swings, and turn it into a makeshift table top for projects.....
Who says its just a mans toy??

Whoa! You can back that up!
Ain't no gonna be project-ing around any powder coat finishes. That will get you or or .