In the same footprint, double-decker motorhome provides much more precious space than any motorhome with slide-outs.Sooner or later something will break and/or leak! The most vulnerable parts of slide-outs are: moving mechanism and sealing rings protecting from weather elements. Slide-outs like any moving parts are prone to “malfunction” (we all know Murphy’s laws – “If something can go wrong, it certainly will”, and moving parts are first to prove this scenario.During normal “on-the-road” stops not only that you cannot use slide-outs, but actually, in their closed “slide-in” position they prevent you from fully using the existing internal space “at the will”. They provide extra space but only in camping configuration. To answer the need for extra space, traditional motorhomes expand horizontally by incorporating “slide-outs”.They do not undergo frequent “reconfigurations” as all slide-out based designs. Its internal layout is “fixed” with well -defined areas for sleeping, living and working (kitchen). Double-decker motorhome due to an existing extra level allows for more “home-like” “all-time-available” environment.Pros and cons of double-decker motorhomes: Now for those still interested in double-decker RVs some practical information. Unfortunately the sign "Live the Dream" can materialize to few only - most of us can only dream. Summarizing – double decker motorhomes are not a “fantasy”, they are part of the “healthy” business because there are customers willing to purchase such homes on wheels.Įxample of the Penthouse on the wheels. That creates an opening and opportunities for double-decker motorhomes. In fact in many countries including Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries like for example Australia or New Zealand, the height limits are higher than in the US. Such dimensions may not create any problems somewhere in the wilderness of Australian Outback's dirt roads, but will cause serious limitations (and danger) on most of US roads. Turns out that the clearance of most of US underpasses is limited to 13.8 ft (about 4.2 meters), while most double-deckers require more room. And there is a strong reason for imposing such limit. It is mainly due to the law that limits the legal height of any motorized vehicle. However it is also true that many double-deck motor-homes are modest “home-made” conversions based on commercial double-deckers.Īnd usually they represent more “down-to-the-ground” living environment.ĭouble-decker motorhomes are not much popular (actually almost non-existing) in North America. Indeed, this perception may be reflecting reality when it comes to some top-line luxury double-decker units. Real homes on wheels? Find their pros and consĭouble-Decker motorhomes are often considered as “Motorized “Penthouses”. Double-decker motor homes – reality or fantasy on US roads? Are they still part of RV industry or rather
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