Strange scoot - Page 2

BigJohn · 01-18-2006

The one I saw had a rag top. At least he was riding and I was stuck in the truck....

cudaosix · 01-18-2006

The BMW version is interesting. But whats with the seatbelts? Last thing ya want is to be strapped to that thing if you take a fall.

Neo · 01-18-2006

Have a look here. The thing is essentially a roll cage with a drivetrain. Granted, it isn't an Indy car. But as long as your hands stay on the grips, you ought to be reasonably safe in the event of an accident. Sure, side impact protection is a little wanting, but it's really pretty good to still have just 2 wheels and not be a Goldwing.

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Originally Posted by cudaosix

The BMW version is interesting. But whats with the seatbelts? Last thing ya want is to be strapped to that thing if you take a fall.

bross · 01-18-2006

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Originally Posted by spok

its a scooter brent.

Uh yeah, and what's your point?

You're lucky I suck at photoshop or I would've had your nice avatar pic gracing that beauty.

CTRider · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by cudaosix

The BMW version is interesting. But whats with the seatbelts? Last thing ya want is to be strapped to that thing if you take a fall.

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Originally Posted by Neo

Have a look here. The thing is essentially a roll cage with a drivetrain. Granted, it isn't an Indy car. But as long as your hands stay on the grips, you ought to be reasonably safe in the event of an accident. Sure, side impact protection is a little wanting, but it's really pretty good to still have just 2 wheels and not be a Goldwing.

I gotta agree that in this case, you'd probably be better off being attached to the bike. It would help keep you within the safety frame and ought to minimize injury. I wouldn't try that without the frame, though.

However, I somewhat disagree about your hands on the handgrips on that thing (at least when you're definitely going down). With the seatbelt and safety cage, I'd say your best bet is crossing your arms in front of you and grabbing the harness. Let the solid parts of the bike protect you. That being said, don't let go of the grips if there's still hope of gaining control...

Chuckster · 01-19-2006

I don't know about being strapped in that BMW.

Crue · 01-19-2006

I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine

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*trikebubble* · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by Crue

I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine

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I saw one of those on some MTV Cribs show (or something) Some rap star had one, and boy did it scream.

Neo · 01-19-2006

Suuu-weeet!

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Originally Posted by Crue

I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine

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Crue · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by trikebubble

I saw one of those on some MTV Cribs show (or something) Some rap star had one, and boy did it scream.

Yeah I think that was Ja-Rule.

CTRider · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by Crue

I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine

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That's cool - minus the luggage. With it attached, it just looks silly.

*trikebubble* · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by CTRider

That's cool - minus the luggage. With it attached, it just looks silly.

That's for the 24 of beer, it is Made In Canada 'eh.

*jukief* · 01-19-2006

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Originally Posted by Crue

I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine

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Too cool! I'd love to have one of those!

1400pilot · 01-19-2006

now that would be fun

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BigJohn Power Hungry V2K Rider Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 6,393	The one I saw had a rag top. At least he was riding and I was stuck in the truck.... __________________ '00 Nomad '06 V2K LT Because RED is the fastest color...

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cudaosix Guitar nerd BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 3,542	The BMW version is interesting. But whats with the seatbelts? Last thing ya want is to be strapped to that thing if you take a fall. __________________ Over 40 MegaFonzies and rising 1980 KZ1000

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Chuckster Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 939	I don't know about being strapped in that BMW. __________________ 2003 Vulcan 1600 Classic - *"Black Betty"*

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Crue Ludicrous Speed...GO! BTK Expert Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 1,864	I'd sooner have this Canadian made beast. It uses the Kawasaki ZZr 1200 engine . __________________ 2004 Vulcan 2000 HK 3" Big Straights, TFI, Thunder Teardrop custom

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1400pilot UBER CLUB MEMBER #2 Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Holdrege, Nebraska Posts: 13,839	now that would be fun __________________ Click for a map of the states I've ridden in 08 ZG1400 Concours 06 KDX200 04KX65

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