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GENERAL MOTORCYCLE FORUMS => GENERAL MOTORCYCLE => Topic started by: PeteSC on October 19, 2005, 07:23:34 PM

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 19, 2005, 07:23:34 PM

(http://www.gadgetryblog.com/photos/uncategorized/yamahagenryu.jpg)

Yamaha Limousine Scooter
Yamaha has revealed a hybrid motorcycle concept, which is quite unlike any form of two wheeler seen to date. It certainly seems a little far-fetched to me but large shows, just like the auto industry, are a place for OEMs to show off their imagination. Based on Yamaha's 'Genesis' design ideal, the Gen-Ryu combines the lightweight, compact YZF-R6 600cc engine and an electric motor. It is designed to offer both the joy of handling of a motorcycle and the comfort and carrying capacity of a scooter. Features like the lightweight aluminium CF die-cast body with optimised rigidity balance, large diameter wheels and long wheelbase should give this amazing-looking model running performance and handling similar to a 1000cc class machine. Furthermore, the scooter features safety functions and smart functions for increasing rider comfort. The ASV functions include a vehicle-vehicle distance warning system, a cornering light system that improves nighttime vision when turning at intersections and curves, noise cancelling system that reduces wind noise, short wave tandem intercom system, voice navigation function, music player and hand-free cell phone function and a rear view monitoring system using a CCD camera and LCD.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Desolation Angel on October 19, 2005, 08:31:47 PM

I actually don't find that as horrible as a 'Busa. :wink:

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 19, 2005, 08:34:33 PM

It's what happens when a Fatboy crashes into a scooter.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Runerx on October 19, 2005, 08:47:24 PM

Looks like the designers of the RUNE were smoking crack one night....... :shock:

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Post by: Silverstreak on October 19, 2005, 09:10:39 PM

gotta wonder how much it weighs

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Krasis on October 20, 2005, 12:08:49 AM

anyone ever see the stallone movie: Judge Dread, looks like his bike just add some gatling cannons to the sides and voila

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Maniac on October 20, 2005, 01:19:05 AM

Quote from: "Krasis"

anyone ever see the stallone movie: Judge Dread, looks like his bike just add some gatling cannons to the sides and voila

I dunno, I was thinking more TRON light-cycle, but I can see where your coming from.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: mike on October 20, 2005, 01:40:48 AM

Isn't that the bike from TRON ?
(http://www.bikemenu.com/photos/art/cartoons/Tron01z.jpg)

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 20, 2005, 02:36:21 AM

Yes, Mike, it is.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 20, 2005, 02:41:57 AM

Looks like Yamaha isn't the only one that can make ugly bikes...

The Honda DN-01 (DN stands for Dream New)

(http://www.raptorsandrockets.com/images/dn-01-1280_e.jpg)

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: billster on October 20, 2005, 03:56:12 AM

That yammie needs clipons  :shock:   Can picture David Niven riding it with his tie and fedora for some reason.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: smooth operator on October 20, 2005, 06:32:44 AM

Hooly Crap! what a ugly pc of sh*t, I can't imagine that the designer(s) of that thing actully ride motorcycles.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 20, 2005, 06:54:18 AM

I think it looks better in red....



(http://www.kumaya.net/images/RF/60.jpg)

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Desolation Angel on October 20, 2005, 11:03:44 AM

Quote from: "Red01"

Looks like Yamaha isn't the only one that can make ugly bikes...

The Honda DN-01 (DN stands for Dream New)

(http://www.raptorsandrockets.com/images/dn-01-1280_e.jpg)

Umm, except for the exhaust pipe, I like the Honda. :grin:

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Runerx on October 20, 2005, 12:45:47 PM

I'd ride the Honda.

Dave

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: amboman on October 20, 2005, 01:50:15 PM

I'd ride the little red one with wings!!!   :motorsmile:  :motorsmile:

Remember the machines that we ride today were just a dream from long ago   :idea:  :idea:  :idea:

Title: bikes
Post by: tacoman on October 20, 2005, 02:20:07 PM

I actually like them in a weird sort of way.  I would be leery of the bodywork in the real world of drops and scrapes.  If you showed someone the 'Busa or BKing 15 years or so ago the response would be the same.  The manufacturer who goes beyond conventional thinking and comes out with new stuff will win over the next generation of riders.  The smart mfgs are looking beyond us (which Harley better do soon) and seeing what the young, video game raised kids will want.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 20, 2005, 02:25:09 PM

OK, the Yammie is just too strange.

 The Honda......could have potential, if it isn't heavy as a pig.
  I wouldn't ride one, since it looks like the seat height is too low.
 Maybe a good bike for ladies, though.....seating position of a cruiser....maybe a little better power.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: billybandit on October 20, 2005, 04:50:17 PM

I'd also ride the Honda.... into a wall!
Maybe help the cosmetics a bit, eh! People don't like far-out futuristic cosmetics or ideas, because they look dated much quicker than plain cosmetics. Anyone remember the Sinclair C5?  :grin:

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Post by: Silverstreak on October 20, 2005, 08:43:14 PM

Where do you put the quarter in and how long does it rock back'n forth?

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Post by: Mongo on October 20, 2005, 09:21:56 PM

I kind of like the Honda too!

It could be a lot worse check out the Bombardier EMBRIO

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/Bombardier_EMBRIO_2.jpg)

Nothing like having an electric gyroscope keeping you balanced!

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 21, 2005, 12:23:29 AM

Honda had something like that a few years ago in one of their shows... it was actually a working model, not a graphic.

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 21, 2005, 12:25:13 AM

Yamaha seems to be on a roll of ugly scooter things:

Behold the Yamaha Maxim 3000  :pukey:

(http://www.raptorsandrockets.com/images/YamahaMaxim3000_edited.JPG)

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 21, 2005, 12:28:51 AM

Can't be a Yammie.  Must be a BUICK!!!!!!! :shock:

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Post by: Mongo on October 21, 2005, 09:31:34 AM

Quote from: "billybandit"

I'd also ride the Honda.... into a wall!

I'd pay to see that!

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/ecc747b9.gif)(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/ecc747b9.gif)(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/ecc747b9.gif)(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/ecc747b9.gif)(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b393/mongo995/ecc747b9.gif)

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Desolation Angel on October 21, 2005, 10:41:29 AM

Quote from: "Red01"

Yamaha seems to be on a roll of ugly scooter things:

Behold the Yamaha Maxim 3000  :pukey:

(http://www.raptorsandrockets.com/images/YamahaMaxim3000_edited.JPG)

Mmmm, looks comfy!  Lots of storage for beer AND a live bait well!  Woo hoo! :grin:

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 21, 2005, 10:57:25 AM

And an actual front BUMPER! :shock:

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Post by: Red01 on October 21, 2005, 08:48:37 PM

And you damn sure won't be doin' any 12:00 wheelies on it!

Seems like even a steep driveway entrance might even be a problem. :roll:

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: PeteSC on October 21, 2005, 09:13:24 PM

Maybe it's got an air-ride system.  Remember the Citroen  SM (?)?
 Maybe it's in the 'squat' postion in the picture....and once you get on it, and crank it up...and get rolling....it raises up a bit.
  You would want to put some of those little wheels on the back, like they have on some RV's, though. :roll:

Title: Speaking of ugly bikes....
Post by: Red01 on October 21, 2005, 11:51:02 PM

Quote from: "PeteSC"

Remember the Citroen  SM (?)?

I thought I'd forgotten about Citroën...  :duh: