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Here's an interesting new motorcyle

Post by Sidheguitarist » Tue Jul 10, 2018 6:42 pm

The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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Post by CGSshorty » Tue Jul 10, 2018 6:46 pm

Nope. Can’t do it.
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Post by CGSshorty » Tue Jul 10, 2018 6:51 pm

I want one of these.

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Post by jeckyll » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:34 pm

CGSshorty wrote:I want one of these.

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That looks like a blast!

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I also think they make a version with factory bags


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Post by Erratic101 » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:43 pm

Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.

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Post by CGSshorty » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:50 pm

Erratic101 wrote:
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
Actually, it is supposed to handle very well.
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Post by HapaHapa » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:50 pm

Erratic101 wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:43 pm
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
I read a review on the dual front tire scooters that said the design is great in corners. The rider tried and found it tough to dump in a roundabout. Not sure it it was Yamaha or Vespa or Piaggio. I realize a scooter isn’t a cycle, but the articulated dual front tire/suspension is supposed to be very stable.
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Post by Erratic101 » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:52 pm

CGSshorty wrote:
Erratic101 wrote:
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
Actually, it is supposed to handle very well.
I saw that in the video. And it didn’t look like they took those corners with any real speed. There’s no way you get the same kinda lean, angle, and speed in a corner with 2 wheels up front.

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Post by Erratic101 » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:55 pm

HapaHapa wrote:
Erratic101 wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:43 pm
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
I read a review on the dual front tire scooters that said the design is great in corners. The rider tried and found it tough to dump in a roundabout. Not sure it it was Yamaha or Vespa or Piaggio. I realize a scooter isn’t a cycle, but the articulated dual front tire/suspension is supposed to be very stable.
Don’t get me wrong. I’m sure it is very smooth and stable, but you’re going to give up speed, agility, and plain thrill!! But this comes from someone who ran sport bikes for years and now rides a sport tourer. So speed and hard fast corners is what I like. This may suit other riders perfectly well.

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Post by CGSshorty » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:57 pm

Erratic101 wrote:
CGSshorty wrote:
Erratic101 wrote:
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
Actually, it is supposed to handle very well.
I saw that in the video. And it didn’t look like they took those corners with any real speed. There’s no way you get the same kinda lean, angle, and speed in a corner with 2 wheels up front.
Probably true. Also probably true is the dual tires will give lower-skilled riders the confidence to carry more speed into a corner. I don’t think we’ll see these lapping the Isle of Man next year, but I don’t think that’s the point.
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Post by Erratic101 » Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:58 pm

CGSshorty wrote:
Erratic101 wrote:
CGSshorty wrote:
Erratic101 wrote:
Sidheguitarist wrote:The Yamaha "Niken" (two sword, from my martial arts days, eg. Musashi's dual wield) The concept was proven years ago by Piaggio with their MP3 line of scooters, so it's not a new idea, but it is definitely a leap forward in performance. The front is where you want all your traction, for sure.

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport ... 2019/niken


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That’s great if you just want to go in a straight line. I can’t see that handling any serious corners.
Actually, it is supposed to handle very well.
I saw that in the video. And it didn’t look like they took those corners with any real speed. There’s no way you get the same kinda lean, angle, and speed in a corner with 2 wheels up front.
Probably true. Also probably true is the dual tires will give lower-skilled riders the confidence to carry more speed into a corner. I don’t think we’ll see these lapping the Isle of Man next year, but I don’t think that’s the point.
Very true!

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Post by CGSshorty » Tue Jul 10, 2018 8:03 pm

jeckyll wrote:
CGSshorty wrote:I want one of these.

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That looks like a blast!

If you get one, always ride with your badge... For when you get stopped. Image

I also think they make a version with factory bags


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Speaking of hard bags, have you seen the new Kawasaki? Mental.

https://youtu.be/oOJWGRGWZ94
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Post by jeckyll » Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:29 pm

That H2 touring bike is FUCKING sick!

:D

I love it, but I'd have to have a "get out of jail and keep your license" card. Stack of cards...
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Post by JDC222 » Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:32 pm

jeckyll wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:29 pm
That H2 touring bike is FUCKING sick!

:D

I love it, but I'd have to have a "get out of jail and keep your license" card. Stack of cards...
I think you've exhausted your lifetime supply... :lol:
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Post by jeckyll » Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:33 pm

JDC222 wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:32 pm
jeckyll wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:29 pm
That H2 touring bike is FUCKING sick!

:D

I love it, but I'd have to have a "get out of jail and keep your license" card. Stack of cards...
I think you've exhausted your lifetime supply... :lol:
You know nothing ... :)
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Post by CGSshorty » Wed Jul 11, 2018 5:23 am

jeckyll wrote:
Tue Jul 10, 2018 9:29 pm
That H2 touring bike is FUCKING sick!

:D

I love it, but I'd have to have a "get out of jail and keep your license" card. Stack of cards...
I'd be ripping around at top speed just to hear the supercharger howling.
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Post by Erratic101 » Wed Jul 11, 2018 9:53 pm

CGSshorty wrote:
jeckyll wrote:
CGSshorty wrote:I want one of these.

Speaking of hard bags, have you seen the new Kawasaki? Mental.

https://youtu.be/oOJWGRGWZ94
Ok! I’ve never been a Kawasaki fan, but holy fuckballs this thing is hot and I f’n want one!!

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Post by jamesyy5 » Mon Aug 30, 2021 7:32 am

Yamaha also offers a three-wheel scooter, Tricity, looks really cool. The Yamaha Tricity is available in two variants 125cc and 300cc. The Yamaha Tricity 125 gets a single-cylinder engine that generates 9.0 kW of peak power. It comes with v-belt type transmission and its engine is liquid-cooled. Its wet weight is 164 kg and its seat height is 780 mm. I recently read an article on motowag about this 125cc scooter that claims it will be soon launched in more countries. The latest model of the Tricity 125 comes in three colours and it meets the EURO4 emission compliance norms.

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