Something Cool

[lonelywolf8588]

Just found this surfing the web. I think it would be a cool platform for a cafe conversion.

http://www.brammo.com/learn/

 

[boomshakalaka]

wow, so these are actually in production?

is it automatic? that really puts a damper on things..

 

[Cafe-XV750]

Supposed to be available at select Best Buy stores.

Electric bike developments are really picking up speed ... even a racing class now (TTXGP). Should get interesting!

 

[lonelywolf8588]

I'm going to have to get a hold of the two stores that sell them to see what our employee discount is on them. 5% over cost baby. Gotta love it. Yes it is an "automatic" but it doesn't have a transmission. Just twist and go.

 

[Holiday]

I like the design. News report that electric scooters and the like are becoming hugely popular, especially in Asia. I'm all for cleaner air but I think I'd rather a turbo bio-desiel cafe racer. Still get that vroom- vroom.

 

[Ceolwulf]

You could always do a hybrid

 

[Swagger]

I got the chance to ride one a while back at a demo. Kinda interesting.
I wouldn't use it as a "real motorcycle" as it just needs a bit more development, batteries need more capacity etc. It's got pretty nice acceleration to a point, but it's no dragger.
Great fun around town, would make a neat city bike for sure.

 

[rockcitycafe]

I like the design. News report that electric scooters and the like are becoming hugely popular, especially in Asia. I'm all for cleaner air but I think I'd rather a turbo bio-desiel cafe racer. Still get that vroom- vroom.

i'd be more than willing to bet you could convert an old twin or single to diesel if you have a good machinist connection and some physics know how

 

[Kanticoy]

Oh yeah, people are converting RE's to Diesel as we speak!

http://www.realclassic.co.uk/diesel05112800.html

Awesome!

 

[Holiday]

I'm liking this:

http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2006/06/19/neander-turbo-diesel-motorcycle/

Though diesel engines still don't have the visual aesthetics of gas engines, still the idea of running a motorcycle off of french-fry oil with cleaner emissions is very attractive.

 

[Swagger]

Intriguing to be sure, but a 28hp 1000cc engine isn't.

Now if someone could make a small capacity turbo diesel that had the power/displacement ratio of a Banks setup on a Cummins then you'd be on to something.
100hp, 160ft-lb 1000cc diesel bike...that'd be interesting.

 

[Hot Rod Troy]

http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2005/02/25/thunder-star-1200-diesel-by-star-twin/

I like this one for a diesel daily rider. Swagger, I think this is what you are looking for.

 

[Swagger]

Indeed! I'd forgotten about that one..thanks!