Honda Neowing

[redbirds_imp]

Saw this on the Cycle World site. A "Wing" concept that leans and thus rides like a standard motorcycle. I would like to see this make production as it's handling would probably shame a few sort bikes. Something I might want to have when I'm too wobbly for two wheels.

http://www.cycleworld.com/olgallery/158386/158389/3

 

[JustPassinThru_imp]

Someone's already doing it, for Harleys and Gold Wings.

https://www.tiltingmotorworks.com/

I guess someone at Honda is recognizing what the aftermarket already knows - motorcycle riders are getting old; and young people are more interested in their smartphones than in doing something that is actually, kinda-like, you know, DANGEROUS.

So we're getting catered to. In some ways, I like it. In other ways, it's kinda sad.

FWIW, I'm not going to get one. I have a TW for the coming day when I'm too weak to push this around. When the TW is too much, I'll get a little scooter. Or just quit.

 

[EGAlvarez_imp]

The Neowing concept is cool and I can imagine that it's going to be a lot of fun to pilot; I can also imagine several people at Can-Am seeing it and thinking "Holy crap! Honda is building a Spyder!? Somebody, call marketing quick!" However, IMHO the concept version is pretty ugly too! To me it looks like a weird cross between a Transformer, a giant skull, an anime cartoon and a giant spider with a 1200 Gold Wing motor stuffed underneath it! :rofl:

 

[redbirds_imp]

The Neowing concept is cool and I can imagine that it's going to be a lot of fun to pilot; I can also imagine several people at Can-Am seeing it and thinking "Holy crap! Honda is building a Spyder!? Somebody, call marketing quick!" However, IMHO the concept version is pretty ugly too! To me it looks like a weird cross between a Transformer, a giant skull, an anime cartoon and a giant spider with a 1200 Gold Wing motor stuffed underneath it! :rofl:

Agreed, if it goes into production I hope Honda changes the look.

 

[kvdv_imp]

Jeez Louise! At a certain point, wouldn't a guy be better off just buying a convertible and at least make an effort to maintain what little dignity and self-respect he may have left? Just because we may wind up in diapers again later in life doesn't mean we have to reduced to riding tricycles again too

 

[Carguy1959_imp]

Someone's already doing it, for Harleys and Gold Wings.

https://www.tiltingmotorworks.com/

I guess someone at Honda is recognizing what the aftermarket already knows - motorcycle riders are getting old; and young people are more interested in their smartphones than in doing something that is actually, kinda-like, you know, DANGEROUS.

So we're getting catered to. In some ways, I like it. In other ways, it's kinda sad.

FWIW, I'm not going to get one. I have a TW for the coming day when I'm too weak to push this around. When the TW is too much, I'll get a little scooter. Or just quit.

10 Grand to put training wheels on your Harley. If/when it gets to that point, sell the Harley and buy a nice trike. One can only hope that we will hear a loud popping sound from the younger generation. Their head coming out of their behind.

 

[gossman_imp]

Jeez Louise! At a certain point, wouldn't a guy be better off just buying a convertible and at least make an effort to maintain what little dignity and self-respect he may have left? Just because we may wind up in diapers again later in life doesn't mean we have to reduced to riding tricycles again too

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.

 

[emptysea]

The ability to have a trike turn like a bike is the difference-maker here to me. Up until now, I've been in Camp kvdv and would just get a sports car when I'm too old to ride, but if I could have a trike that corners more like a bike, then I'd have to consider it...ask me again in ten or fifteen years.

 

[CB4ME_imp]

I don't mind the look but hope they offer a passenger seat so my wife can join me in our golden years.

 

[the Ferret]

Having options is good

 

[kvdv_imp]

Jeez Louise! At a certain point, wouldn't a guy be better off just buying a convertible and at least make an effort to maintain what little dignity and self-respect he may have left? Just because we may wind up in diapers again later in life doesn't mean we have to reduced to riding tricycles again too

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.
That was simply my attempt at a little light-hearted ribbing, having a little fun with the subject... I guess it backfired even though I added the emoticon. I stand corrected and will be more careful in the future. I apologize if I offended anyone. I can assure you that I'm as far from a "d-bag 1 percenter" as you're ever likely to meet.

 

[Amarok_imp]

There is an interesting article about the Neowing and other leaning/non leaning 3 wheelers here

I think that Honda has the right idea with this concept. The previous attempts have all been too tepid to tempt people, plus the Neowing looks good.

 

[rjk555_imp]

Jeez Louise! At a certain point, wouldn't a guy be better off just buying a convertible and at least make an effort to maintain what little dignity and self-respect he may have left? Just because we may wind up in diapers again later in life doesn't mean we have to reduced to riding tricycles again too

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.
That was simply my attempt at a little light-hearted ribbing, having a little fun with the subject... I guess it backfired even though I added the emoticon. I stand corrected and will be more careful in the future. I apologize if I offended anyone. I can assure you that I'm as far from a "d-bag 1 percenter" as you're ever likely to meet.

Why not? I've owned plenty of dirt bikes, had Honda 3 wheelers and loved them, later got into quads. I see nothing wrong or childish about trikes and Can Am's. No matter what some "purists" may think, riding is riding. If these types of rides allow others to enjoy what I enjoy, if they extend saddle time to those who otherwise would not ride, what gives people the idea that these have no place? It's like some d-bag 1 percenter thinking they have a right to tell others what they can or cannot do. If I could, I'd buy a Spyder today.
That was simply my attempt at a little light-hearted ribbing, having a little fun with the subject... I guess it backfired even though I added the emoticon. I stand corrected and will be more careful in the future. I apologize if I offended anyone. I can assure you that I'm as far from a "d-bag 1 percenter" as you're ever likely to meet.

Nicely said, kvdv.