Hybrid cars are all the rage and hybrid motorcycles are popping up at motorcycle shows, so who is going to fix them? People are starting to ask that question because in another year or so the first wave of hybrids will be coming off their lease and transforming into the next stage of the vehicle cycle, the used hybrid. I would imagine most will show up at the dealer they were … [Read more...]
Honda Gold Wing powered GRX
Another design in the Michelin Challenge Design 2006 is this entry from Honda. The GRX is powered by the 1500cc six cylinder engine used in the Honda Gold Wing. (Thanks, Aaron, for pointing that out.) We like motorcycle powered cars a lot here at The Kneeslider, and this is an example of what happens when you put the corporate design team to work on the idea. For some time … [Read more...]
Barrett Jackson this weekend, some motorcycles included
The Barrett Jackson auction from Scottsdale, Arizona is on TV this weekend and if you need an excuse to tune in, some motorcycles are included. They have a few old Vespas, some custom choppers and an old Triumph or two. I don't think it's necessarily the best place to sell an old bike but they show up on the list and when you get the auction feeding frenzy that often takes … [Read more...]
SUB 3 Wheeler with Suzuki power
Three fellows, working at the GM design studio in southern California had a plan. Their goal was minimal weight, distributed 50/50 front and rear including driver, compact dimensions and great handling, with aesthetic appeal and overall efficient design. The result is the SUB 3 Wheeler, powered by a Suzuki TL1000R V twin engine situated next to the driver. They wanted a canyon … [Read more...]
Smartuki evolves
When I mentioned the other day the original Smartuki had gone to Sweden, Andreas, the current owner, was kind enough to send along an update with a few photos to let us know how things were progressing. Andreas had orignally planned to build another Smart car project with a Kawasaki ZZR1100 engine but time constraints moved him in another direction. Since Peter Bee was selling … [Read more...]
The Spykster – R1 powered 3 wheeler from Australia
How many projects owe their existence to the "life changing experience?" They must number in the millions though most never go very far. Like anything else, after the event recedes into memories, the project demands focus, perseverence and drive if it's ever to see the light of day. So, whenever you see one on its wheels and moving, tip your hat to its creator, he stayed the … [Read more...]
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