MOTUS: New Sport Tourer to be built in Alabama - Page 145

PhilB · 02-07-2013, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim_Tom

Pretty sure it was two bikes. The faired bike is being used as the camera bike to film the naked one. I recall Motus experimenting with a naked spec R version, don't know if it will be build or remain a prototype though. Anyone else know anything about it?

Woah! If they build a naked bike version, I could *seriously* be tempted by that.

PhilB

KMC1 · 02-07-2013, 09:20 AM

Oh the sound....

kirb · 02-07-2013, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim_Tom

Pretty sure it was two bikes. The faired bike is being used as the camera bike to film the naked one. I recall Motus experimenting with a naked spec R version, don't know if it will be build or remain a prototype though. Anyone else know anything about it?

The naked version became non-naked soon after Daytona. The tour they took was both bikes in bodywork. There only is 2 Motus protos at that time. No idea how many bikes are out there now.

They might be working on other bikes (or not), but they website says it all- 'we will not confirm or deny other projects'

Tim_Tom · 02-07-2013, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kirb

The naked version became non-naked soon after Daytona. The tour they took was both bikes in bodywork. There only is 2 Motus protos at that time. No idea how many bikes are out there now.

They might be working on other bikes (or not), but they website says it all- 'we will not confirm or deny other projects'

Even so, we know that a good looking naked Motus can be done... How hard can it be to remove the fairings, and install a big 9" round GS1150E "trainlight"

GlassAnkles · 02-07-2013, 01:12 PM

the "GDI" direct injection was cancelled, as should this thread. nothing to see here......

comparison to the new zx-14.....please, you should read the detailed specs on the new 14 motor, it is there flagship for a reason

GI_JO_NATHAN · 02-07-2013, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Cakeeater

That's one weird-ass video. The bike jumps from faired to naked during the ride.

Cakeeater

Yeah not very well done.

Yostwerks · 02-08-2013, 06:42 AM

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GlassAnkles - comparison to the new zx-14.....please, you should read the detailed specs on the new 14 motor, it is there flagship for a reason

What he said

Mr. Canoehead · 02-08-2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Yostwerks

What he said

The ZX has a great motor and is a great bike and it would make a killer sport tourer if properly outfitted. But the styling is just so juvenile. Kawi was clearly going after 'Busa owners. I just don't see the Motus competing with the ZX - 14; it is a completely different demographic.

Yes, I know you don't see the front end when you are riding it but I'd hate to see this every morning in my garage:

Now, I could stand to see a Motus in my garage every morning. In fact, it would draw me to the garage, like I need another reason to be there!

David Shapiro · 02-08-2013, 09:49 AM

Have they been to any shows recently? I'm going to the Chicago show this weekend, and I would love to see one in the flesh.

David

DAKEZ · 02-08-2013, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by David Shapiro

Have they been to any shows recently? I'm going to the Chicago show this weekend, and I would love to see one in the flesh.

David

Take a gun with you... They like that.

Cakeeater · 02-08-2013, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Canoehead

The ZX has a great motor and is a great bike and it would make a killer sport tourer if properly outfitted. But the styling is just so juvenile. Kawi was clearly going after 'Busa owners. I just don't see the Motus competing with the ZX - 14; it is a completely different demographic.

Yes, I know you don't see the front end when you are riding it but I'd hate to see this every morning in my garage:

Now, I could stand to see a Motus in my garage every morning. In fact, it would draw me to the garage, like I need another reason to be there!

Mr Canoehead, you showed EXACTLY what I was thinking. I'm gonna be chuckling for a long time....

Add me to the list who can't stand the styling of the Kawaski and so many other tupperwear-covered bikes.

Cakeeater

BuddingGeezer · 02-08-2013, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Cakeeater

That's one weird-ass video. The bike jumps from faired to naked during the ride.

Cakeeater

I have a Honda ST1100 that went from a fully faired bike to a naked one while riding it.

KMC1 · 02-08-2013, 11:10 AM

That ZX is sweet. However, I don't like that the top case takes up the back seat.

I think too, that the comparison is just apples to oranges. The Motus is an American conceived, designed, and manufactured sport touring motorcycle for the real world. It's cool....and I really enjoy that it doesn't need much maintenance. In fact, I'd love it if it were shaft drive! (Or belt is a good option too)

I don't want a mass market, foreign made, generic sport bike, that's just chomping at the bit to coax me into losing my license.

I do want a cool, comfortable, low maintenance, powerful for real world use, made in America, bike.

In fact, if Harley would get their heads out of their asses, and make a bike with some ground clearance and especially cornering clearance, and that doesn't expect me to sit like a dog begging for a bone, they actually have a fantastic power plant and drive train, a great dealer network, and plenty of aftermarket support. It would be a no-brainer.

In lieu of them ever "getting it" - Motus is a real contender.

Mr. Canoehead · 02-08-2013, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by KMC1

In fact, if Harley would get their heads out of their asses, and make a bike with some ground clearance and especially cornering clearance, and that doesn't expect me to sit like a dog begging for a bone, they actually have a fantastic power plant and drive train, a great dealer network, and plenty of aftermarket support. It would be a no-brainer.

Are you talking about the sportster powertrain? They had a great version of that in Buell and they killed it.

Or are you talking about the V-Rod powertrain which had great potential until they emasculated it when they let that moron Willy G style it? It could have been a contender but they'll probably kill it too.

I don't think Harley will ever get their heads out of their asses; they will ride the pirate thing into the ground, like Kodak with film. It will be someone else who provides an American bike suitable for sport touring - if not Motus, maybe EBR.

chiefrider · 02-08-2013, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Canoehead

...It will be someone else who provides an American bike suitable for sport touring - if not Motus, maybe EBR.

Or the new (yet unseen) Indian!

Tom in Salem

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02-08-2013, 11:10 AM	#2173
KMC1 There is no spoon. Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Greater SLC Oddometer: 1,218	That ZX is sweet. However, I don't like that the top case takes up the back seat. I think too, that the comparison is just apples to oranges. The Motus is an American conceived, designed, and manufactured sport touring motorcycle for the real world. It's cool....and I really enjoy that it doesn't need much maintenance. In fact, I'd love it if it were shaft drive! (Or belt is a good option too) I don't want a mass market, foreign made, generic sport bike, that's just chomping at the bit to coax me into losing my license. I do want a cool, comfortable, low maintenance, powerful for real world use, made in America, bike. In fact, if Harley would get their heads out of their asses, and make a bike with some ground clearance and especially cornering clearance, and that doesn't expect me to sit like a dog begging for a bone, they actually have a fantastic power plant and drive train, a great dealer network, and plenty of aftermarket support. It would be a no-brainer. In lieu of them ever "getting it" - Motus is a real contender. __________________ Obama says adding $4 trillion to debt is unpatriotic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kuTG19Cu_Q&sns=em An Overview of the United States National Debt: http://www.davemanuel.com/us-national-debt-clock.php

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GlassAnkles Chip to Queso Ratio Joined: Sep 2008 Location: KS Oddometer: 923	the "GDI" direct injection was cancelled, as should this thread. nothing to see here...... comparison to the new zx-14.....please, you should read the detailed specs on the new 14 motor, it is there flagship for a reason

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David Shapiro Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Northern Illinois Oddometer: 239	Have they been to any shows recently? I'm going to the Chicago show this weekend, and I would love to see one in the flesh. David