Freebird Posted February 21, 2014 Share #1 Posted February 21, 2014 OK...I could probably ride this thing about 10 miles before my back started complaining but the technology for the engine might be interesting. A 75-degree V-twin displacing 1,195 cc puts out 200 horsepower. http://www.lotus-motorcycles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syscrusher Posted February 21, 2014 Share #2 Posted February 21, 2014 Surely an engine like that could be adapted into a ride-able motorcycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted February 21, 2014 Share #3 Posted February 21, 2014 200 HP?? Interesting but it sure is Fugly. Easy to clean on the outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrycuda Posted February 21, 2014 Share #4 Posted February 21, 2014 Looks awful from the pic. Maybe better in person... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M61A1MECH Posted February 21, 2014 Share #5 Posted February 21, 2014 It is proabably taller than most of Lotus's cars are. I like the British Racing Green one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted February 21, 2014 Share #6 Posted February 21, 2014 From a 2 cylinder yet Engine Construction: 2-cylinder 4-stroke engine, 75° V-style Capacity: 1,195 cm³ Bore: 105 mm Stroke: 69 mm Power Approx: 200 HP Transmission: 6-gear jaw-type shift transmission Lubrication: Dry sump lubrication Main shaft ratio: 40:76 Lay shaft ratio: 15:41 Clutch: Hydraulic anti-hopping clutch Ignition: Full electronic engine management with digital adjustment of the ignition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoffsKid Posted February 21, 2014 Share #7 Posted February 21, 2014 When viewed from the side, my profile doesn't look like a good fit for the bikes profile. you'd be hard pressed to put a newspaper under the screen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tufftom4 Posted February 21, 2014 Share #8 Posted February 21, 2014 With my belly I wouldn't be able to reach the handlebar.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted February 21, 2014 Share #9 Posted February 21, 2014 BMW S 1000 RR Type Water/oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke in-line engine, four titanium valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts Bore x stroke 80 mm x 49.7 mm Capacity 999 cc Rated output 193 hp (142 kW) at 13.000 rpm http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/_common/img/bikes/sport/2013/s1000rr/s1000rr_racing_red_white3_lead_184x124.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted February 21, 2014 Share #10 Posted February 21, 2014 I have to agree with Don. It might be fun for a couple of minutes. With the bore and stroke that it has, it must be a very high revving engine. with as close as the foot pegs are to the seats, you would have to break both of my legs and maybe a few other parts to get me on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildBill1 Posted February 21, 2014 Share #11 Posted February 21, 2014 Perfect platform for a fast Cafe' Bike. The black and gold trim one reminds me of my 71 Kaw. 500 triple. Would do close too 140mph. with Bill Wergees expansion chambers installed. In the seventies if you wanted a fast Croch Rocket you built a Cafe' Bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Butler Posted February 24, 2014 Share #12 Posted February 24, 2014 Interesting Don, Looks like a bike I would like to take to the track Rick OK...I could probably ride this thing about 10 miles before my back started complaining but the technology for the engine might be interesting. A 75-degree V-twin displacing 1,195 cc puts out 200 horsepower. http://www.lotus-motorcycles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacheedah Posted February 24, 2014 Share #13 Posted February 24, 2014 no cassette player, cheapskates lost me already Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted February 24, 2014 Share #14 Posted February 24, 2014 It would be fun to take for a ride and give it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard B Posted February 24, 2014 Share #15 Posted February 24, 2014 probably inexpensive too! Entry level machine for your teenager. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard B Posted February 24, 2014 Share #16 Posted February 24, 2014 Me again. It has more horsepower than my jeep. My bus (converted to a motorhome) only has 300hp. It has got to get to a point where you can't use the available horsepower. Then, have you considered insurance costs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerCPO Posted February 24, 2014 Share #17 Posted February 24, 2014 Pffffffftttttttt.......Ya couldn't get me on dat scoot if ya used 4 shoe horns and a bucket of grease..... Boomer....who sez gimme my recliner riding Venture any old day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanman Posted February 24, 2014 Share #18 Posted February 24, 2014 That is one of the ugliest pieces of motorcycle design I have seen. I don't care what it is meant for, you couldn't get me on that for anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted February 24, 2014 Share #19 Posted February 24, 2014 Just looked at the specs on the web link. The dry weight of the bike is 181kg Thats only 398 lbs. And for a 200hp machine!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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