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s3xy_j0nny
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Post by s3xy_j0nny »

Quite an awesome new set of concepts for basic 500cc 'thumper' motorbikes.

http://www.mac-motorcycles.com/story.html

Gonna aim to get me one of these when they start manufacturing them. :jig:
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A couple of problems...

Firstly, they are using a Buell motor (why are Brits using unreliable Yank motors?), and the Buell has been discontinued by Harley. After-sale support (parts and services) may be an issue, especially in 3rd world SA.
Secondly, it's a 'split pea' configuration, with forward controls and low bars, so your butt is back on the saddle, and your feet are forward under your hands... can't be very comfortable, especially on long rides. (This according to the caption on the Spud page. The pic shows standard RC config.)

Admittedly, the Ruby looks very cool and different. Not the sort of bike you'll see on the road very often.
Wonder what the prices will be like?
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I like the Pea Shooter in grey, basically because I have better taste than you.
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of all of them i like ruby the best.

it does kinda look like a cruiser, offroad and a sportbike had a threesome and this was the result. i still cant quite decide who was the father though, not that i know much about bikes :p
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Post by s3xy_j0nny »

MagicalMrMegaPlease wrote:I like the Pea Shooter in grey


Snap.

wrt the motor: http://blog.mac-motorcycles.com/2009/09/mac-motor-update/

I reckon the XT660 would be musssh better - more power, bigger bore etc. Maybe the look isn't quite the same, but it's still pretty cool.
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MagicalMrMegaPlease wrote:I like the Pea Shooter in grey, basically because I have better taste than you.



Brings to mind the 'queer eye for the straight guy' scenario... You types known for being all stylish and whatnot.
I'm just a real biker. :ras:
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SoSheOhPathix wrote:I'm just a real biker.
You have a nice ride, I'll give you that.
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