MOTUS: New Sport Tourer to be built in Alabama - Page 53

xcgates · 12-18-2011, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by RAGBrian

I am wondering if I should go ahead and bite the bullet on getting one of these brand new? Should have a great time riding it, be the envy of anyone who see me on it, and still be able to find a willing buyer for it when I want to sell it! At least the used $ amount I would be paying is on a new bike vs. a used bike.

Just gotta convince the CFO (wife) that this is a good idea.

Tell her I promise to buy it in a few years, with low mileage, and for a couple pennies on the dollar. What could be a better investment?

omnivore · 12-18-2011, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Minimike

I got to sit on one of the prototypes yesterday. I was impressed, Cherie couldn't understand my excitement though. I want one really bad. My inseam is only 29"; but, the seat design was perfect for me. No problem flat footing it.

Woot...from another 29" inseamer.

Brad Felmey · 12-19-2011, 10:17 AM

Thanks for the YouTube post. That engine sounds fantastic.

Hammerspur · 12-19-2011, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Brad Felmey

Thanks for the YouTube post. That engine sounds fantastic.

Have you seen (and heard) this clip:

GI_JO_NATHAN · 12-20-2011, 08:05 AM

I'm kinda thinking if it turns out to be a great bike. Due to supply and demand (limited production) the also limited number of used ones wouldn't come down a whole lot on price.

Boxer-lust · 12-20-2011, 08:54 AM

Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps...
But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already...

The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

wannaklr · 12-20-2011, 08:57 AM

Is there an announced price somewhere?

Website says late 2011. It's about as late as it gets.

Flanny · 12-20-2011, 09:33 AM

About as good a troll as I've seen lately...

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Originally Posted by Boxer-lust

Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps...
But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already...

The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

Pete™ · 12-20-2011, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Boxer-lust

Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps...
But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already...

The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

Do you have it out?

Is it hard?

Are you beating that bad monkey senseless just thinking about how inferior every thing is compared to your bmw?

Dave.0 · 12-20-2011, 11:44 AM

I like it. I'll have to look at it seriously when I can actually get my hands on one. This might be a nice replacement for my Multistrada.

Bueller · 12-20-2011, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Boxer-lust

Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps...
But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already...

The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

Yes, it is only you.

Now do everyone a favor and

univibe88 · 12-20-2011, 12:04 PM

kirb · 12-20-2011, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boxer-lust

Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps...
But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already...

The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

I don't know a ton of BMW koolaid drinkers. Tell me, do they all stand on top of ladders, hold on to a light bulb, and wait for the world to revolve around you?

kraher · 12-20-2011, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by kirb

I don't know a ton of BMW koolaid drinkers. Tell me, do they all stand on top of ladders, hold on to a light bulb, and wait for the world to revolve around you?

LOL, don't kid yourself. This guy, despite his name, does not even like BMWs. Maybe it's just me, but, if I disliked every motorcycle on the planet I'd quit. Buy a sports car, buy an RV, go on a vacation, do something, ANYTHING, if bikes arn't doing it for you.

Moronic · 12-20-2011, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by wannaklr

Is there an announced price somewhere?

Website says late 2011. It's about as late as it gets.

That, sir, is a very good point. And not one that inspires confidence.

12-19-2011, 10:17 AM	#783
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12-20-2011, 08:54 AM	#786
Boxer-lust Banned Joined: Aug 2011 Oddometer: 528	Is it only me but that thing looks painfully slow especially for a big 1600cc accelerating out corners watching the video.The sound is also nothing to write home about.Wonder if those Motus guys ever listened to the drone of a V4 RC30 accelerating and giving you goosebumps... But the 200 or so yearly customers who actually will buy a Motus through the Neiman Marcus catalog probably,most likely will have a RC30 in their garage already... The rest of us mere mortals can always buy a Honda ST1300 for less than half of the cost and don't even have to buy chainlube and can dream about picking up a used Motus one day when the rich guys get bored with it...

12-20-2011, 11:44 AM	#790
Dave.0 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2011 Location: The coldest part of Arizona Oddometer: 447	I like it. I'll have to look at it seriously when I can actually get my hands on one. This might be a nice replacement for my Multistrada.