MOTUS, Anyone ever ridden one?

[Rams]

I've heard about this motorcycle but don't believe I've ever seen one.   Anyone have any ride experience on one?


http://motusmotorcycles.com/

Interesting Spec. Sheet.   This sounds like a fun machine.

[Valkorado]

Well, alright!    That dog will hunt for sure.

From website:

A Voice Like No Other
The 1650cc V4R Baby Block® is the heart of every Motus MSTR. Delivering 180 horsepower and 126 ft lbs of twist, the Baby Block is a nod to American muscle car culture, but has a character and exhaust note unlike anything before it. The V4R engine spins up faster and revs 1000 rpm higher than it's brother, the base V4, with the help of a high lift cam and titanium valves.

[Raider]

Cycleworld had a decent write up on them.  Sounds like a dang fun bike to ride!   

http://www.cycleworld.com/2016/02/18/2016-motus-mst-and-mstr-sport-touring-motorcycle-review-pricing-specifications

[Rams]

Yeah, I agree.   That bike should scoot.  
And, it's got that sixth gear I keep looking for.

Closest dealer to me is:

5936 Scarborough Blvd
Columbus, OH 43232

Seriously thinking about taking a trip up there and taking a test ride.

[mark81]

saw it on jay lenos garage on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNkIvO0eFIw

[Rams]

saw it on jay lenos garage on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNkIvO0eFIw

Yeah, saw that also.   I like the spec. sheet and it's American made.    Based on everything I've read, it seems like a great motorcycle that performs very well.   Obviously, it's unique and that's both good and bad.   May try to take a trip up to Columbus just to see one and maybe take a ride.   Looks very interesting.

[mark81]

stop by Cincinnati on your way north. ill head there with you

[Crackerborn]

I didn't get to ride one but I was passed by one a week ago. I thought it was a new model Guzzi when I saw it. Now I need to take a closer look at one and the closest dealer to me is Lafayette, IN. I smell road trip!!!!

Made in Alabama too.

[Rams]

stop by Cincinnati on your way north. ill head there with you

Mark,
We'll have to talk about this while we're at the Dragon Round Up or some time when we can.   I'd really like to take a look at this bike.   Would love to ride it also.   Most likely won't be this month but, I'll let you know before I go.   

From what I'm seeing, these bikes appear to be priced similar to "equipped" GW or HDs.   But, are not "equipped" nearly as well.    IOWs, they ain't cheap but, I like the engine concept and a lot of other things about the bike.   We'll have to go look at one.    They also have a Super Charged option, that sounds like the one I want to test ride.     Like that's gonna happen.     I know I wouldn't turn me loose with one so, I don't expect them to do it either.

[old2soon]

Found out I have a dealership in Ozark Mo-tween Springfield and Branson. MAYBE when I'm fully healed could ease down thataway and catch a little look see!  RIDE SAFE.