In a sense Polaris three-wheeled 2015 Slingshot is a transformer, part car, part motorcycle, a sophisticated machine with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP), traction control and ABS, the sum of its parts aimed at a riding experience that raises heart rates and adrenalin levels.

Beneath the polymer body panels is a space frame chassis made of tubular high strength steel. In back, a large, single sided cast aluminum swing arm is controlled by a massive coil-over Sachs damper.

Its futuristic bodywork angular and edgy, with wide set wheels and low-profile rubber setting a muscular stance.

Stability control is standard, and the Bosch system keeps the Slingshot in line without being intrusive. With stability switched off, the Slingshot feels neutral on the Polaris skid pad, able to be teased into mild under steer or over steer with simple throttle and steering inputs. Just as important, the transitions are smooth, making the Slingshot feel stable at all times.