Hudson [4] (United States) - AllCarIndex

Hudson Stinger was a low-volume American maker of reverse-trike kit/turn-key vehicles that operated under Hudson Motorcycles LLC in Oakley, Michigan. Established in 2006 by fabricator David Hudson, the company adapted large-displacement motorcycle powertrains—typically 600–1200 cc inline-fours or V-twins—into a two-front/one-rear configuration. The Stinger used a hand-laid fiberglass body over a steel tube roll-cage chassis with aluminum floors and inner fenders. Published specifications quoted an overall length of about 14 ft 6 in, width of 71 in, curb weight around 1,050–1,100 lb, and more than 20 cu ft of combined storage. The front used a Mustang II–type layout with rack-and-pinion steering, anti-roll bar, and coil-over or air-ride shocks; the rear used a swingarm with a single shock. Tire sizes were commonly 195/50R15 front and 215/45R17 rear. Options included a soft top, heater, and audio.

Power units varied by customer, with examples documented using Kawasaki’s Z1000 engine and, for an automatic option, the Aprilia Mana 850. Contemporary sales material listed base pricing from $12,495 plus the donor motorcycle, or turnkey builds at higher prices. Customer testimonials and videos showed street-registered vehicles used for long-distance travel. Production appeared limited—enthusiast sources cited serial numbers in the mid-20s—and activity diminished by the mid-2010s, after which the brand ceased operations.