Comments on: Hayabusa Frame Kit from BFO Motorcycles

By: Tom

Tom — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 19:03:10 +0000

Hey in the U.S, the new BKing is less than $20K. And a new Busa is about $12K

So, why would anybody do this? And what would we call it? BQueen, DragQueen or something less complimentary?

By: Andy

Andy — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:14:08 +0000

In the UK if you build a custom framed bike the machine has to undergo a MSVA test ( Motorcycle Single Vehicle Assesment ) Basically a Vehicle Operating Services Authority (VOSA) engineer inspects the bike before the owner can apply for a registration plate. i’m pretty sure that you can make up your own VIN number as it has a standard format. The inspection proccess works the same with kit cars too. I do wonder why kit sports bikes aren’t more popular? Mind you the MSVA test is very comprehensive.
Streetfighters are by far the easiest method as using an existing frame with VIN and modifying bypasses the need for a MVSA.

Very nice frame kit – but not at that price!

By: GenWaylaid

GenWaylaid — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 08:44:45 +0000

I too am a little tired of these “let’s see how expensively we can make a motorcycle” specials.

I’m more interested in beginning with a used old Honda, and after removing the all serviceable components, reinstalling them in another used old Honda, to create a usable old Honda. Add to that “a selection of the most already-in-my-garage aftermarket components available.”

I bet my plan will see more miles on the road, and definitely more miles per dollar spent.

By: Dirk

Dirk — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 03:32:04 +0000

15 grand! Does BFO stand for “bend the f*** over”?

By: greer

greer — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 22:40:24 +0000

Maybe the laws are different in europe? I mean this isnt the first company to produce aftermarket frames for jap bikes over there(spondon, harris). If you are having a new frame built for your motorcycle is it illegal to have the vin stamped on it? i don’t know. I think the reason for the high prices is that its includes much more than a frame, creating body molds and producing carbon fiber parts is extremly time/labor/cost intensive. anyway, it’s nice to see a custom bike company that actually hired someone make them a concept drawing, looks good, dont like the chrome frame so much though.