GoRV - Digital Magazine Issue #92 | Page 64

RV FEATURE
Some of the standard features include IRS suspension , two 210W solar panels , two 200Ah lithium batteries ( inverter provision only ), a front-loader washing machine , a 24in flatscreen TV and more .
My only quibble : it ’ s known as The Dark Knight Avenger . Mixing DC with Marvel won ’ t win you friends at Comic Con …
5 . ROYAL FLAIR
Every year , I attend Melbourne Leisurefest and metaphorically drool over the Royal Flair Raptor . This toy hauler combines form and function in the best possible way . I also like that the ‘ toy ’ section of the van isn ’ t enclosed within the living space . Instead , your quad bike or motorcycles sit on a steel tray supported by the chassis . Sure , they won ’ t be protected from the weather but that ’ s what tarps are for . The Raptor also has the ability to carry a tinnie on the roof – a winch system is provided .
Given that the living quarters are minimal in size , Royal Flair has given the Raptor a bed that lowers electrically over the dinette . This bed system is used frequently by Royal Flair , as it allows for a smaller on-road footprint without sacrificing on internal living space . The only compromise is the need to push a button to lower the bed , which is hardly a compromise at all , in my opinion , when you consider the benefits .
This remote-exploration machine comes with a 300Ah lithium battery , solar , a 3000W inverter , an onboard bathroom and much more . One day , I plan to take one to fish for barra in the Top End . A man can dream , anyway …
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