Poll: Yamaha Niken
Total Members Polled: 91
Discussion
Yamaha have released some details about their new three-wheeler "Niken" and I'm not sure what to make of it.
Before I bought a bike a couple of years ago, the idea of a three-wheeler really appealed, primarily as I wanted something I could park in bike spaces at work, and I was scared of losing control of a normal bike in poor conditions. Now, after a couple of years of experience I don't think I'd want a three wheeler primarily because of it's width, and the inherent issues that presents when filtering.
The Niken appears to be aimed at those who'd generally be looking at bigger bikes, it's fairly distinct from the Piaggio MP3 for example, but who exactly are Yamaha aiming for with this bike? People who like me were once scared of big bikes? People who are getting on a bit and want more stability? Will it require an A licence or can you get straight on with a car licence? I'm a little puzzled, yet intrigued. Would you consider one?
Before I bought a bike a couple of years ago, the idea of a three-wheeler really appealed, primarily as I wanted something I could park in bike spaces at work, and I was scared of losing control of a normal bike in poor conditions. Now, after a couple of years of experience I don't think I'd want a three wheeler primarily because of it's width, and the inherent issues that presents when filtering.
The Niken appears to be aimed at those who'd generally be looking at bigger bikes, it's fairly distinct from the Piaggio MP3 for example, but who exactly are Yamaha aiming for with this bike? People who like me were once scared of big bikes? People who are getting on a bit and want more stability? Will it require an A licence or can you get straight on with a car licence? I'm a little puzzled, yet intrigued. Would you consider one?
Looks fantastic, wonder if its allowed on trackdays ???
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
dibblecorse said:
Looks fantastic, wonder if its allowed on trackdays ???
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
I'll see if I can get my hands on one for Croft next yearhttp://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
Biker's Nemesis said:
dibblecorse said:
Looks fantastic, wonder if its allowed on trackdays ???
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
I'll see if I can get my hands on one for Croft next yearhttp://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2017/...
Biker's Nemesis said:
dibblecorse said:
And rolling stoppies into Druids ????? That would be funny ...........
It would be if I could manage it from tower corner at croft .
Maybe we'd need our resident 'racers' here on BB to test it on track?sjtscott said:
Biker's Nemesis said:
dibblecorse said:
And rolling stoppies into Druids ????? That would be funny ...........
It would be if I could manage it from tower corner at croft . Maybe we'd need our resident 'racers' here on BB to test it on track?
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RemaL said:
trikes have been around a long time as has the robin reliantI don't want a Trike no matter when body work they put on it
I'm desperate for a Morgan 3 wheeler. Not the new one with the MX5 gearbox a proper JAP engined one.
Tell me this doesn't look fun: https://youtu.be/D_GYGAZMgRE
It's good to see Yamaha bucking the trend again - think TDR, GTS and really the whole MT range being ahead of the game but timed right. Can't help but admire it and I think it looks right for what it is.
Can't think who would buy one of these, perhaps if they follow it up with a T-Max version (Tri-Max?).
As much as I'm not a GS fan, I'm sure if BMW made a GS based version trike like this it would sell - think more quad bike front end though.
Can't think who would buy one of these, perhaps if they follow it up with a T-Max version (Tri-Max?).
As much as I'm not a GS fan, I'm sure if BMW made a GS based version trike like this it would sell - think more quad bike front end though.
I think it looks amazing. Bold. And the wheels are perfect for people like me, who are always afraid to lose the front on slippery surfaces.
I drove the first MP3 (250cc) in 2007 in Greece, and had an amazing time. It's so stable that I could back it in and drift it out of corners. I reckon this bike will make normal people feel like they are heroes, even though we are not.
I drove the first MP3 (250cc) in 2007 in Greece, and had an amazing time. It's so stable that I could back it in and drift it out of corners. I reckon this bike will make normal people feel like they are heroes, even though we are not.
I like the concept and benefits for an all weather commuter could be worthwhile....however i want to see how wide it is. Most trikes ive got stuck behind in traffic just appear to have the downsides of both cars and bikes.
If its too wide to filter on, its going to be a frustrating commuter, you may as well be sat in a warm car......
If its too wide to filter on, its going to be a frustrating commuter, you may as well be sat in a warm car......
RemaL said:
Trikes have been around a long time as has the Robin Reliant...graham22 said:
...Can't think who would buy one of these...
Americans? Since they arent allowed to filter anyway.Edited by gareth_r on Thursday 26th October 16:31
srob said:
RemaL said:
trikes have been around a long time as has the robin reliantI don't want a Trike no matter when body work they put on it
I'm desperate for a Morgan 3 wheeler. Not the new one with the MX5 gearbox a proper JAP engined one.
Tell me this doesn't look fun: https://youtu.be/D_GYGAZMgRE
You might want a trike.my comment stands.. I don't
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