HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
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HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby GWH74 » Wed Jan 18, 2012 11:02 pm
I am looking at buying a trike and the HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs is on my list.
http://www.hpvelotechnik.com/produkte/s ... ils_e.html
Just wanted to know if anyone has one of these or knows of someone who has one?
Would like some local feedback about them.
I know they are expensive and heavy, but I do like the idea of suspension for the choppy Adelaide roads and bike paths.
Will try and get a test ride in Oz or in Europe when I am there in late April.
Thanks
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby }SkOrPn--7 » Thu Jan 19, 2012 7:47 am
Go here and ask the same question lots of folks over there have got one or had one.
http://www.bentrideronline.com/messageboard/index.php
ICE also brings out a full suspension trike or the rear is a dampener just for another option.
http://www.icetrikes.co/
Just to give you feedback on Adelaide roads and paths I have no need to worry about a full suspension trike I run Big Apple tyres by Schwalbe and they are able to absorb and remove allot of the bumps along with frame flex. So from my point of view using a trike around Adelaide I have no concerns with ruff roads and paths and feel very little in the way of ruff rides so unless you need full suspension for another reason it's a added cost I feel you don't need.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby william » Thu Jan 19, 2012 8:38 am
HP Velotechnic are renowned for their engineering first and their bikes have had a great following in Germany and Europe. They don't aim to be a racer but will carry you and your luggage all over the planet. Of course there is a premium for this but you will have peace of mind it will get you there.
ICE trikes are another with design heritage. If you look at their video about their full suspended models where the camera is mounted to the cross frame you can see the wheels moving up and down on the imperfect surfaces and the camera is steady as a rock. It made me interested. Most of them fold too.
If you're in Canberra, Flying Furniture has some in stock for testing. Give them a call first though.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby GWH74 » Thu Jan 19, 2012 9:27 am
I was looking for a good all round trike. One to ride to work during the week on the road and paths, as well as quick spin on the flat and through the hills on the weekends.
I have also been thinking of something like a Performer JC20. Been waiting for a few more reviews to pop up. Last thing I wanted was to get a trike that has a harsh ride and aggravates a back issue.
At least if a did get a JC20 and then sold it I would not loos too much money.
Before i did commit i would go over to Canberra and try a few different trikes, also will try and get a ride when I an in Europe. I will try a couple of Velomobiles while I am over there but if I like them too much then my bank account won't like me.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby nessbike » Thu Jan 19, 2012 9:25 pm
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby GWH74 » Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:12 am
My cruse finishes on the morning of the last day of the show so I am try to work out transportation to get back up to the show.
If I am travelling 1/2 way around the world I would be mad not to travel a couple of 100Ks up the road for this sort of event.
If I make it I will post some pictures.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby RonK » Mon Aug 06, 2012 9:41 am
If I had the opportunity to buy in Europe, I'd definitely want to take advantage.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Phil » Mon Aug 06, 2012 11:17 am
Compared to the ICE they feel big and heavy - at the end of the day you will find that the size can be an issue with maneuverablility. I suggest you try out the Adventure FS or Sprint FS, much more nimble. You will suffer in the hills with the HPV - I would definately recommend the suspension if you are riding on less than perfect surfaces, my un-suspended Vortex on 28mm rubber is a fairly brutal ride on chipseal roads.
If you want to save yourself some bucks the Catrike Road with rear suspension is quite decent and half the price - no folding though.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Riggsbie » Mon Aug 06, 2012 2:45 pm
I have a 2011 Vortex FS and the full suspension is just superb for chipseal and the harsh high frequency vibration I used to experience on my Greenspeed GT5 with no suspension.....
As Phil says, try before you buy !!
If you are near Geelong way you are most welcome to come and try my Vortex !!
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby RonK » Mon Aug 06, 2012 4:58 pm
I don't think the replies were intend for me Baalzamon. I was just giving my take on HPVelotechnik products in general...Baalzamon wrote:Ronk is looking at the Grasshopper 2 wheeler, not trike
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Baalzamon » Mon Aug 06, 2012 5:01 pm
AhRonK wrote:I don't think the replies were intend for me Baalzamon. I was just giving my take on HPVelotechnik products in general...Baalzamon wrote:Ronk is looking at the Grasshopper 2 wheeler, not trike
Well was a bit of a thread revival (Jan 25 to now) your post so got me thinking you were looking at taking the bent plunge, and no spezi pics either from the op. Would love to know if he did get his trike now or not
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby RonK » Mon Aug 06, 2012 5:17 pm
Hmmm, I didn't realise I'd picked up an older thread - not sure how I did that. The Grasshopper has been on the wish list for several years but with my current oversupply of bikes I can't see myself getting one anytime soon. And there is still the matter of a BMW R1200 GS Adventure waiting on the buy me list.Baalzamon wrote:Well was a bit of a thread revival (Jan 25 to now) your post so got me thinking you were looking at taking the bent plunge, and no spezi pics either from the op.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Riggsbie » Tue Aug 07, 2012 12:43 pm
The Beemer is good until you try a Duke Multistrada S !!
The Multi is a brilliant all purpose machine and not a huge barge like the Beemer......
I have a KTM LC4 Adventure and was really tempted to get a Beemer but luckily I hurt my back so never took the plunge into the BMW lifestyle
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby RonK » Tue Aug 07, 2012 1:12 pm
It would be a lot of fun to round up a few sports bikes on the Multistrada.
There's an interesting read in Australian Motorcycle News featuring the Stelvio, Triumph Tiger and the Super Tenere.
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Baalzamon » Tue Aug 07, 2012 11:29 pm
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby Mulger bill » Wed Aug 08, 2012 9:34 pm
Oh Yeah! 36 hour adrenalin highRonK wrote:Sensational! What a wild idea...I'd like to try that...
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
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Re: HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs
Postby trailgumby » Thu Aug 09, 2012 8:41 pm
Yes, probably slower than sliding on ice, but at least you have brakes (where's the chicken icon? )
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