These are more common here in America. Most people buy these because they are no longer comfortable on two wheels although some people can still ride on two wheels and own one of these. they also make a Road Glide 3 which is basically this bike with the shark nose fairing installed. I think these are more popular here mainly because of how large the U.S. is and people ride for thousands of miles on these. I think I would only get one if two wheels were not an option.
I demonstrated one and I was uncomfortable with the steering as mentioned. You have to muscle it quite a bit in turns. It's fine on the freeways and the mostly gentle curves, but city driving would be a bear. It wasn't for me that much I could decide
HD used to sell complete sidecar rigs. It's interesting a manufacturer is still doing this niche thing. You can still find unrestored versions from WW2.
I’m 67. After 40 plus years on 2 wheels I bought a 23 Freewheeler. Love it. The handling is way different obviously. After a couple rides you become familiar with how it works. Very few complaints.
I've seen kits that replace the single FRONT wheel with dual wheels (ie like a Can-am Spyder etc). If I had ot go three-wheels I'd probably go in that direction rather than the twin rear wheel trike. It would also be fun to put one of those kits on a trike, turning it into a Quad-bike :)
American here. Firstly, I find these to be profoundly uncool. However, the market here is slightly different than just crusty old folks. You tend to get a lot of people with disabilities, especially veterans, riding these things. Also, statistically speaking, trike riders tend to put more miles on their bikes every year than any other motorcycle. They should at least be commended for that. Once again, seriously uncool, but for riders who physically can't ride a 2-wheeler, I get it.
Fellow American here: I can confirm I see a few people with severe leg injuries (or missing legs) riding these. Also people tend to love them for long touring. To each, their own.
The biggest thing about leaning on a Harley Trike is the fact it has a Straight Axle which somewhat limits being quick in the turns. We have a 23 Freewheeler that’s around 1100 lbs. it’s not a crotch rocket, but it’s meant for cruising. Trikes aren’t meant for high speed cornering, and never have been. I’ve been on bikes for well over 30+ yrs and found due to many physical health issues that a trike has kept me riding. For those who say they’d never ride one, just wait 20-30 yrs of numerous operations etc then see what you say.
I have owned several trikes, although none as expensive as this one. They make no sense whatsoever and, in my experience, riders either love 'em or hate 'em, with little in-between. When my daughter was a child, I used to take her to school on a rat GS850 trike. I think, of all my bikes over the years, this was the one that she loved the most.
@@Kevin-hp5fk That's unfair. A motorcycle is a motorcycle. Everyone should own multiple bikes, and one of them should have a patio door windshield you can make a sandwich behind.
As you get older the freewheeler or triglide make the the perfect long or short haul tourer. You have reverse and very capable pulling trailers. Life changing and a hoot to ride. 😊
Way too big, way too heavy, and WAAAY too expensive. I am 65 and disabled. I am able to ride a Honda Rebel 250 (NOT the hideous 300/500) and a Vespa scooter, but nothing much heavier. I wanted something highway capable. I built a trike out of my 2006 Sportster 1200 using a kit. Basically it just replaces the stock swing arm. Still uses stock style shocks. Small fenders, no trunk, but it does have a luggage rack and a sissy bar, just like a bike. I already owned the Sportster, and I have about $3500 into converting it into a trike. It took me a little while to learn to ride it, getting used to not leaning over is the hardest part to learn. But from the seat, it feels just like a bike, and looks just like a bike. On a straight road, it is exactly like a bike. When you have spent your whole life riding motorcycles, a convertible just isn't going to cut it. It does not have a windshield on it. I have never used windshields on motorcycles. That kind of defeats the purpose of riding a motorcycle. I want to be out in the wind, not boxed into a car.
Not my cup of tea, as you might say, but I still would have liked to get a better look at the bike (at least move it from behind you two), and hear the exhaust (how about those drive-bys). It looks like a 'modern classic,' as Harley has a history of making trikes, going back to pre WWII. Like you say Toad, it takes all kinds! Cheers!
Its for the US Harley bros when they hit 70+ years old and can't handle the 800lb cruisers Harley makes. Personally when I get to that point I'll probably go with a Can Am Spyder. These just remind me of mobility scooters or tricycles.
Its a very bizzare to be honest , niether its a bike with sidecart nor it has a functionality of one , but i can understand that if someone is going on all america tour on route 66 . It mightbe a comfortable ride
I have four two-wheelers [coming up to 280,000 miles on conventional bikes] but also a can-am Spyder F3-S. I'd much rather ride that than this H-D. Fast steering, corners like it's on rails, relatively quick: 0-60 MPH in 4.8 seconds. Just as much fun as a conventional motorcycle. But I still like them.
Unfortunately, Harley does a bad job on their trait. There is lots of aftermarkets that do a much better job to add on to your Harley. I can't believe you have this many subscribers with the information you provide with very little research. I have subscribed to your channel. Good luck!
It does not take a rocket scientist to see that a three wheel vehicle is inherently unstable unless the two wheels are in front. Put the single wheel in front, like on a child's tricycle, and the vehicle wants to fip-over when cornered. All six year olds know this without haveing ever studied Newton. So why do people want to ride trikes and side-car rigs. Beats me. Death wish? Maybe. All I know is that calling them mororcycles if absurd. Sort of like sky-diving or bungie jumping; let those who want to do it go ahead.🤪
First these have been put out by Harley Davidson for about 25 or more years one of my cousins had one about 2000 so it's not like it's something new , second I don't know who the guy with the culture Q in his hair is but he's seems like a real TOOL !
I have a 2023 Freewheeler. Been riding 40 yrs. I think they are stable and well made. Lots of fun. No regrets on the purchase.
These are more common here in America. Most people buy these because they are no longer comfortable on two wheels although some people can still ride on two wheels and own one of these. they also make a Road Glide 3 which is basically this bike with the shark nose fairing installed. I think these are more popular here mainly because of how large the U.S. is and people ride for thousands of miles on these. I think I would only get one if two wheels were not an option.
I demonstrated one and I was uncomfortable with the steering as mentioned. You have to muscle it quite a bit in turns. It's fine on the freeways and the mostly gentle curves, but city driving would be a bear. It wasn't for me that much I could decide
Dodging potholes has to be a whole different story. A tuna trawler like that can’t be very nimble.
HD used to sell complete sidecar rigs. It's interesting a manufacturer is still doing this niche thing. You can still find unrestored versions from WW2.
I’m 67. After 40 plus years on 2 wheels I bought a 23 Freewheeler. Love it. The handling is way different obviously. After a couple rides you become familiar with how it works. Very few complaints.
I've seen kits that replace the single FRONT wheel with dual wheels (ie like a Can-am Spyder etc). If I had ot go three-wheels I'd probably go in that direction rather than the twin rear wheel trike.
It would also be fun to put one of those kits on a trike, turning it into a Quad-bike :)
American here. Firstly, I find these to be profoundly uncool. However, the market here is slightly different than just crusty old folks. You tend to get a lot of people with disabilities, especially veterans, riding these things. Also, statistically speaking, trike riders tend to put more miles on their bikes every year than any other motorcycle. They should at least be commended for that. Once again, seriously uncool, but for riders who physically can't ride a 2-wheeler, I get it.
Fellow American here: I can confirm I see a few people with severe leg injuries (or missing legs) riding these. Also people tend to love them for long touring. To each, their own.
If it wasn’t for the popularity of Trikes now Harley Davidson would be in bigger trouble than they are.
The biggest thing about leaning on a Harley Trike is the fact it has a Straight Axle which somewhat limits being quick in the turns. We have a 23 Freewheeler that’s around 1100 lbs. it’s not a crotch rocket, but it’s meant for cruising. Trikes aren’t meant for high speed cornering, and never have been. I’ve been on bikes for well over 30+ yrs and found due to many physical health issues that a trike has kept me riding. For those who say they’d never ride one, just wait 20-30 yrs of numerous operations etc then see what you say.
Great now I want to try it!!!
If you are unable to ride a conventional bike, it’s an option. Some folks only have one leg, lots of them from military service or previous accidents…
I have owned several trikes, although none as expensive as this one. They make no sense whatsoever and, in my experience, riders either love 'em or hate 'em, with little in-between. When my daughter was a child, I used to take her to school on a rat GS850 trike. I think, of all my bikes over the years, this was the one that she loved the most.
I've had two now, no problems at all with how they handle, treat it with respect and all is fine.
Now this is something different ❤❤❤.
Great video keep it up 🤟🤟😍
It's a joke. For the price, and weight, why can't they actually start engineering something that leans on 3 wheels?
There is a company called Tilting Motor Works which turns Harleys into Nikens with 2 leaning wheels on the front.
Harley don't understand the concept of lean. Make it heavy, make it underpowered, and use old technology. That's more their way.
@@Kevin-hp5fk That's unfair. A motorcycle is a motorcycle. Everyone should own multiple bikes, and one of them should have a patio door windshield you can make a sandwich behind.
@@kaiboshvanhortonsnort359 I fully agree. So for that, buy a Goldwing. They're excellent bikes.
As you get older the freewheeler or triglide make the the perfect long or short haul tourer. You have reverse and very capable pulling trailers. Life changing and a hoot to ride. 😊
Way too big, way too heavy, and WAAAY too expensive. I am 65 and disabled. I am able to ride a Honda Rebel 250 (NOT the hideous 300/500) and a Vespa scooter, but nothing much heavier. I wanted something highway capable. I built a trike out of my 2006 Sportster 1200 using a kit. Basically it just replaces the stock swing arm. Still uses stock style shocks. Small fenders, no trunk, but it does have a luggage rack and a sissy bar, just like a bike. I already owned the Sportster, and I have about $3500 into converting it into a trike. It took me a little while to learn to ride it, getting used to not leaning over is the hardest part to learn. But from the seat, it feels just like a bike, and looks just like a bike. On a straight road, it is exactly like a bike. When you have spent your whole life riding motorcycles, a convertible just isn't going to cut it. It does not have a windshield on it. I have never used windshields on motorcycles. That kind of defeats the purpose of riding a motorcycle. I want to be out in the wind, not boxed into a car.
Not my cup of tea, as you might say, but I still would have liked to get a better look at the bike (at least move it from behind you two), and hear the exhaust (how about those drive-bys). It looks like a 'modern classic,' as Harley has a history of making trikes, going back to pre WWII. Like you say Toad, it takes all kinds! Cheers!
I would buy this as a young guy.
Its for the US Harley bros when they hit 70+ years old and can't handle the 800lb cruisers Harley makes. Personally when I get to that point I'll probably go with a Can Am Spyder. These just remind me of mobility scooters or tricycles.
I'm surprised they don't have leading link front suspension to lighten the steering up.
Be glad to keep ridin' Let others hate
Its a very bizzare to be honest , niether its a bike with sidecart nor it has a functionality of one , but i can understand that if someone is going on all america tour on route 66 . It mightbe a comfortable ride
The very first clibbins proof bike from Harley. Barb would be happy
I have four two-wheelers [coming up to 280,000 miles on conventional bikes] but also a can-am Spyder F3-S. I'd much rather ride that than this H-D. Fast steering, corners like it's on rails, relatively quick: 0-60 MPH in 4.8 seconds. Just as much fun as a conventional motorcycle. But I still like them.
32k?…. I would rather buy something with roof, like a used car like, like a used porsche… i mean what the actual fuq???
Perfect if you are disabled. I get all what you say but I am a wheelchair user and its great that this could/would be an option.
Honda made a leaning cargo trike in the 80s can’t they make something similar?
I'd have a Can Am before this if I couldn't ride a bike for some reason.
I have seen a Honda Goldwing version in usa
There are everal of them here in Thailand. They may be modified 2 wheels Goldwings.
Unfortunately, Harley does a bad job on their trait. There is lots of aftermarkets that do a much better job to add on to your Harley. I can't believe you have this many subscribers with the information you provide with very little research. I have subscribed to your channel. Good luck!
I kind of like it but for the price it doesn't make sense.
What's with the weird chrome center headlight? 🤮
If you are a biker missing limb that stops you riding, this is for you.
Daft !
It does not take a rocket scientist to see that a three wheel vehicle is inherently unstable unless the two wheels are in front. Put the single wheel in front, like on a child's tricycle, and the vehicle wants to fip-over when cornered. All six year olds know this without haveing ever studied Newton. So why do people want to ride trikes and side-car rigs. Beats me. Death wish? Maybe. All I know is that calling them mororcycles if absurd. Sort of like sky-diving or bungie jumping; let those who want to do it go ahead.🤪
Can-ams are very stable.
Lol
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First these have been put out by Harley Davidson for about 25 or more years one of my cousins had one about 2000 so it's not like it's something new , second I don't know who the guy with the culture Q in his hair is but he's seems like a real TOOL !
That's helmet hair. 😅
No wonder Harley is in trouble , what a load of rubbish !