Are you baffled by the lack of mass produced American-made sport motorcycles? (editor's note: other than Buell) Ironically, 10 years ago a failed business plan for a cruiser motorcycle and a questionable trademark decision played the lead roles in the continued absence of an American sportbike. This absence was not from a lack of demand for sportbikes in the United States. … [Read more...]
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Time to Start a New Motorcycle Company
When Doug wrote about the stillborn effort of Eller Industries to resurrect the Indian brand and introduce an American sportbike in the process, Brian left this comment: I’d like to add something. I believe that the current economic recession should not discourage any dreamer from putting the pieces together to put out his/her own creation. Do it in a garage, do it at a … [Read more...]
Schwinn Motor Scooters
Schwinn, the bicycle company, has branched out and is now making motor scooters. Powered by air cooled 49.5cc 4 stroke engines and CVT transmissions, they have three models, the Campus, the Collegiate and the Graduate ranging in price from $1395 to $1699. The have both electric and kick start, the Campus has drum brakes while the other two models have a combination of drum … [Read more...]