(22 Dec 2015, 9:34 pm)Michael wrote See i've only ever used it on parts of the routes, i haven't done all the route yet with the streetlites... thats something i will do when i get time, i'll report back on that.I thought I had replied to this last night. Obviously didn't.
I'd rather have Streetlites than Scania's though... for the free WIFI, plugs etc... i do like the scania's on the route though....
I think Streetlites will be a regular order now...
I had a look online for dimensions, comparing the Solar to the Streetlite.
I was specifically looking for the width, as the Streetlites feel narrower or very cylindrical (like sitting in a tube).
Although I couldn't find the width of a Solar L94, I did find the width of the articulated version.
If wiki is correct, there is quite a difference between the two.
I imagine it to be particularly noticeable when you are trying your hardest to avoid putting your face in someone's crotch.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wright_StreetLite
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wright_Solar_Fusion
Totally agree with your last point.
The Streetlite looks to be the vehicle of choice these days. The new Dart?
I have tried to be fair with the vehicles, giving them a chance. I think I did a review of them (trying to be as balanced as possible) when new on the X66. Having ridden them elsewhere (and on the X66 a few times since) I am not sure at all about them now.
To be honest, I try to avoid them, preferring a Merc on the 49's if doing a Metrocentre trip or hoping 5332 will turn up - which it did last time I got the X66.
Similarly, I look for alternatives if heading to/from Chester or Sunderland.
Mind, I have done some bashing to get the idle curiosity out of my system.
They seem to be a vehicle that stir a lot of opinions.
edit: I did do a small review http://northeastbuses.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=307&pid=103501