Author Topic: Motus merged threadfest (Read 181518 times)

LowRyter · « **Reply #90 on:** June 14, 2011, 02:44:51 PM »

can't see a belt being able to handle the power of that thing.

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #91 on:** June 14, 2011, 08:34:23 PM »

Quote from: JohninVT` on June 14, 2011, 11:56:35 AM

I just can't get that excited about the Motus. The ST1300 is such a wonderful machine that the ONLY reason I could see choosing a Motus over one would be because I had some sort of anti-Honda sentiment(which I don't). The ST has close to 120hp at the rear wheel, stupendous cruising range, shaft drive, wonderful and PROVEN V4 power and is a very popular choice amount riders who do thousand mile days. If the ST isn't fast enough, you can always opt for the VFR1200 which ought to be fast enough for anyone with a functioning adrenal gland.

More choice is always good, I suppose.

Sounds like you found your perfect machine, though I do agree with you that more choices are always a good thing. Here is my feeling:
1. American made (kinda cool)
2. American muscle engine (still pushrod older technology w/new technology incorporated)
3. V90 with that sound!
4. The V is in the bike the right way.
5. Water-cooled and still looks great.
6. I might ad I'm not a 4 cylinder guy, but this just does it for me.
This is just the engine, now for the bike:
1. NOT TRANSFORMER
2. A bike that has nice lines and is actually quite conservative. Even has GIVI bags mounted... nice!
3. I like their marketing in giving us bits and pieces as they go along. Nothing shallow about what they've shown thus far. I can take the chain.
To me, it seems like an American company that's as interesting and soulful as an Italian bike company.
Again.. my take to this point.

JohninVT` · « **Reply #92 on:** June 15, 2011, 04:33:23 AM »

Quote from: kevdog3019 on June 14, 2011, 08:34:23 PM

Quote from: JohninVT` on June 14, 2011, 11:56:35 AM
I just can't get that excited about the Motus. The ST1300 is such a wonderful machine that the ONLY reason I could see choosing a Motus over one would be because I had some sort of anti-Honda sentiment(which I don't). The ST has close to 120hp at the rear wheel, stupendous cruising range, shaft drive, wonderful and PROVEN V4 power and is a very popular choice amount riders who do thousand mile days. If the ST isn't fast enough, you can always opt for the VFR1200 which ought to be fast enough for anyone with a functioning adrenal gland.

More choice is always good, I suppose.

Sounds like you found your perfect machine, though I do agree with you that more choices are always a good thing. Here is my feeling:
1. American made (kinda cool)
2. American muscle engine (still pushrod older technology w/new technology incorporated)
3. V90 with that sound!
4. The V is in the bike the right way.
5. Water-cooled and still looks great.
6. I might ad I'm not a 4 cylinder guy, but this just does it for me.
This is just the engine, now for the bike:
1. NOT TRANSFORMER
2. A bike that has nice lines and is actually quite conservative. Even has GIVI bags mounted... nice!
3. I like their marketing in giving us bits and pieces as they go along. Nothing shallow about what they've shown thus far. I can take the chain.
To me, it seems like an American company that's as interesting and soulful as an Italian bike company.
Again.. my take to this point.

My perfect machine would be a 90hp 1200 Sport with a Griso front end, alloy tank and Dunstall half fairing ;D

Don Ivey · « **Reply #93 on:** June 15, 2011, 07:03:50 AM »

It's quite possible there's a Guzzi connection here, as well. Sydney Conn, who used to ride Guzzis (involved in the top speed trials a few years back) is from Alabama,and was involved in Hot Air Balloons. The founder of Motus is said to be fromthe hot air balloon industry. Sydney, you out there?

Don Ivey
'83 1000SP

oldmanjob · « **Reply #94 on:** June 17, 2011, 11:34:32 AM »

Just came back from Moto Nexus and they had a out of town visitor this week ;-T A Motus stopped by looking for directions to the olhins facility in Hendersonville NC (2 blocks away ;D from dealership) Earl said it was a sweet sounding machine. Would not let anyone take any pictures >:( The bike had 30,000 miles on it and was on a shake down cruise. California to Chicago, Memphis, to little old Hendersonville, then off to Corbin California to work on the seat. Seems that parent factory is reallu doing their homework on this new bike ;-T Oh if anyone is interested a new green with a tan seat Griso is available at Moto-Nexus ;-T

The old Bill ;D

alanp · « **Reply #95 on:** June 17, 2011, 01:26:49 PM »

I would really like a chance to ride one of these. The sport touring version looks sweet. A simple clean design that looks both aggressive and purposeful. I wish them well with this project, but I can't say I am overly optimistic they can make a go of it. This has to be a very expensive bike to build in small quantity, and there is a lot of competition. Also, the sport touring market segment isn't that big a piece of the pie.

Crusty · « **Reply #96 on:** June 17, 2011, 01:58:47 PM »

The Motus is an interesting concept; but it's not what I want in a motorcycle. It has two cylinders too many, it's water cooled and it it has a chain drive. I've always preferred V-twins over any other type of engine configuration, and I really dislike chain drive. But that's just me. If I wanted a liquid cooled V four; I'd probably get an ST-1100. At least it's got a shaft drive.

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #97 on:** June 17, 2011, 04:45:59 PM »

It sure seems like they're doing things right. I'm curious about their price-point though.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #98 on:** June 17, 2011, 07:29:35 PM »

Quote from: kevdog3019 on June 17, 2011, 04:45:59 PM

It sure seems like they're doing things right. I'm curious about their price-point though.

There are *plenty* of people that the Motus is pocket change. Whether there are enough of them that are interested in exotic motorcycles to keep the company afloat is the question..

NC Steve · « **Reply #99 on:** June 17, 2011, 08:06:17 PM »

Quote from: Crusty on June 17, 2011, 01:58:47 PM

The Motus is an interesting concept; but it's not what I want in a motorcycle. It has two cylinders too many, it's water cooled and it it has a chain drive. I've always preferred V-twins over any other type of engine configuration, and I really dislike chain drive. But that's just me. If I wanted a liquid cooled V four; I'd probably get an ST-1100. At least it's got a shaft drive.

Agreed totally, so when the time came and the need arose, I got an ST 1300.
First Japanese bike, ever... :-[

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #100 on:** June 17, 2011, 08:41:51 PM »

Quote from: Crusty on June 17, 2011, 01:58:47 PM

The Motus is an interesting concept; but it's not what I want in a motorcycle. It has two cylinders too many, it's water cooled and it it has a chain drive. I've always preferred V-twins over any other type of engine configuration, and I really dislike chain drive. But that's just me. If I wanted a liquid cooled V four; I'd probably get an ST-1100. At least it's got a shaft drive.

With sound like that, I think I could put up with a V4 and chain easily enough. I want a bike with character and in my book that engine has loads of (dare I say Guzzi) character.

AJ Huff · « **Reply #101 on:** July 24, 2011, 10:22:54 PM »

Motus does pique my interest. I follow them on Facebook.

I just noticed on their web page that they also plan on selling a crate motor. Something to think about. ;-T ;D

-AJ

JJ · « **Reply #102 on:** July 25, 2011, 09:00:47 AM »

Looks great, sounds great, and no issues with me even with a chain drive. The big question however, is the $$ PRICE $$. :o I have heard rumors of $25K-30K to start ??? but that remains to be seen. :o :o That might be a tad spendy for the average rider (IMHO). Overall, still, fabulous design and concept and I wish them much success going forward!

IceBlue · « **Reply #103 on:** July 25, 2011, 11:31:03 AM »

Great bike ;-T - love the 90V V4 - no chain for me - been there - belt would haul me in ;-T

Ciao

Crusty · « **Reply #104 on:** July 25, 2011, 03:36:38 PM »

Not my cup of tea at all. It's got two cylinders too many, it's got a chain final drive and it's liquid cooled. Three things that I don't want.

rocker59 · « **Reply #105 on:** July 25, 2011, 04:10:30 PM »

Quote from: JJ on July 25, 2011, 09:00:47 AM

rumors of $25K-30K to start ??? but that remains to be seen. :o :o That might be a tad spendy for the average rider (IMHO). Overall, still, fabulous design and concept and I wish them much success going forward!

"tad spendy" ??

At $25k, the bike will only be picked up by a few BMW defectors. :-\

Hopefully that will be enough to keep them in business, though, because I'm with you on the design/concept part... ;-T

afulldeck · « **Reply #106 on:** July 25, 2011, 06:23:32 PM »

Quote from: rocker59 on July 25, 2011, 04:10:30 PM

Quote from: JJ on July 25, 2011, 09:00:47 AM
rumors of $25K-30K to start ??? but that remains to be seen. :o :o That might be a tad spendy for the average rider (IMHO). Overall, still, fabulous design and concept and I wish them much success going forward!

"tad spendy" ??

At $25k, the bike will only be picked up by a few BMW defectors. :-\

Hopefully that will be enough to keep them in business, though, because I'm with you on the design/concept part... ;-T

At 25K they can count me out and $15k I might be interested. I really like the fairing with no lowers. That is the way the Norge should be ;D

Muzz · « **Reply #107 on:** July 26, 2011, 02:29:41 AM »

Certainly sounds nice.

As someone earlier said; they are not winding it up at all. Did hear at the start of the video the guy giving an instruction to "come in after one lap so they can do a fluids check". Could be the first run up after a major something being done on it.

Arizona Wayne · « **Reply #108 on:** September 03, 2011, 12:56:24 PM »

October Cycle World has an article on the Motus too. ;-T

I don't need/want a MC with that much grunt, but I sure like the looks of this Motus ! 8)

JJ · « **Reply #109 on:** September 03, 2011, 06:52:38 PM »

Certainly, it is a nice looking motorcycle, :) (especially the motor!!), ;-T ::) but what is the price point for this beauty? :) Did I miss that in the article? ??? ???

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #110 on:** September 03, 2011, 06:59:14 PM »

Exactly where Moto Guzzi should be if they were in the new millenium..the motor is what Guzzi shoulda done 11 years ago... that thing rocks and once the company gets established maybe we can afford one.. the only thing I don't like about it is the chain.. the motor layout is perfect for a shaft..
Pushrods baby! I want one.

Kent in Upstate NY · « **Reply #111 on:** September 03, 2011, 08:04:24 PM »

If you have to ask, you can't afford it.

oldmanjob · « **Reply #112 on:** September 03, 2011, 08:21:01 PM »

The Motus test bike stopped by Moto Nexus this spring seeking directions to the Ohlins shop here in Hendersonville NC. When he finished his business at Ohlins was heading to CA to the Corbin Shop. Would not let anyone take pictures at that time. The guy's at the shop said the bike sounded awesome ;-T ;-T

The old Bill ;D

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #113 on:** September 03, 2011, 08:28:34 PM »

This is an exciting bike to me. Guzzi X 2= Motus

radlefty · « **Reply #114 on:** September 03, 2011, 09:55:01 PM »

There's a been a lot of discussion over on the sport-touring.net site about this bike. Most seem to think with the limited production, the bike will most likely be $30,000 plus. I hope not. I really like the potential of the bike and would seriously consider it if it came in closer to $20,000. But that's most likely wishful dreaming

Arizona Wayne · « **Reply #115 on:** September 04, 2011, 12:05:51 AM »

I've heard a Motus, and sir your Ducati, Moto Guzzi, Harley are NOT a Motus. :-* :P

On-The-Road-Again · « **Reply #116 on:** September 04, 2011, 06:55:33 AM »

Interesting they put a 1600 cc engine into a bike that only weighs 526 lbs! My rule is the bike can't be any bigger than what I can upright if she tips over!

JJ · « **Reply #117 on:** September 04, 2011, 07:40:34 AM »

Quote from: Skin Mechanic on September 03, 2011, 10:15:00 PM

I was thinking 30-35k, but that seems high, unless they're motivated solely by greed. I'm sure there are a bunch of idiots that would pay top dollar for a bike with a prototype engine, but most people would rather spend less on the tried&true. Realistically it should be 18-20k, if they wanna be competitive with the established brands. I don't see this as being just another boutique bike for the elite, hopefully their entrepreneurial vision isn't that limited...

(+1) Agreed - The price point needs to be competitive ($20K-$25K max) with current bikes on that genre.

It's like that most recent Indian for $30K-$35K! :o :o ::) ::) ??? - why would someone buy one of those when they can get a HD Road King / Road Glide / Street Glide / etc. for about $18K-22K - and with HD's EXTENSIVE dealer network / parts / warranty support - which, IMHO - is great!

"Oh...I am on a long ride and I am currently in Billings, Montana and my new MOTUS has just died...someone help me please!" ;D :D ;) :)

charlie b · « **Reply #118 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:12:11 AM »

And why would you build a V4 like that and not put a shaft drive on it?? I know, unsprung weight and all the other stuff that makes a chain "better".

If it was a sport bike I'd understand, but, not one advertised as touring.

Oh well.

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #119 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:42:25 AM »

Chain, belt, shaft... all subjective. Anyhow... with those kind of numbers and the potential down the road might explain a chain. Anyhow... from what I understand, Motus has been going across the country on these bikes to both promote them and put some miles on them this summer. I don't see how this engine would self-destruct in such short time. It's not like it's cutting-edge technology, but by the sounds similar to that of the Vette. My gut feeling is this company wants to go somewhere (move forward) and is doing everything it should to promote and test the designs. I am a fan of what they are doing personally and this engine makes complete sense in its design to me. What I like most is its sound. I bet it feels good under your body as well. Nothing like a 90 to me.
-Kevin

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Author Topic: Motus merged threadfest (Read 181518 times)

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