what do you think of this bike?

[zingshoen]

http://ikonikmoto.com.au/demo/images/gallery/skyteam_new_model1_thumb.jpg (http://ikonikmoto.com.au/demo/index.php?main_page=page&id=34)
click on the image to see more pics on the skyteam australia page

http://newimg.globalmarket.com/PicLib/257/2121257/prod/6_1365400582968_m.jpg (http://www.globalmarket.com/product-info/skyteam-125cc-4-stroke-snake-model-retro-style-classic-1542976.html)
click on the image to get to the 125cc specs :tup:

http://ikonikmoto.com.au/demo/#

[Weldangrind]

I'm in love! It's got the look of a classic board track racer, but I also like the backbone over the tank. I'd promptly move the front signals to a higher position, but the rest of it is a refreshing style.

[FastDoc]

I also love it. As you all will remember I like different, and I like simple. This bike is both, and evokes the image of the pre-1920 board track racers. Excellent! Needs a bigger motor though. For me even 200cc is at the bottom end for a commute-capable motorcycle.

[bogieboy]

looks like a great frame for an instant engine transplant...drop like a dr650 in it and have some fun...LOL

[bogieboy]

or even the lifan twin 250....

[Weldangrind]

I'm thinking CG200 or CG230, but that's what I always think.

[bogieboy]

I'm thinking CG200 or CG230, but that's what I always think.

the twin i speak of is this... would fill the frame a bit better...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LIFAN-250CC-V-TWIN-HONDA-ENGINE-MOTOR-MINI-CHOPPER-BIKE-MOTORCYCLE-/251067193240?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a74c55798&vxp=mtr

[Weldangrind]

I'm familiar with that design, but CG motors seem to fall out of the sky. My most recent aquisition was $10.00. :D

[culcune]

Apparently, this slipped under our radar in the US. I guess the designer makes mopeds or scooters and is expanding to larger bikes. Seems similar to Cleveland Cycle Werks in that the primary guy is a designer, and the bikes are retro. There are a couple of articles about these bikes, which will use the familiar Loncin 223cc engine. I would not be surprised if they are Skyteam manufactured, in that it would be win-win even competing with their own Ace. They already do that with their retro minis sold via a few brands such as Pitster Pro, SSR, Trail Buddy, Pirahna, etc.

Www.avavelocityworks.com/what-is-ava/

[katoranger]

I think the twin would fill the engine hole up nicely.

[FastDoc]

Hooper had the Lifan 250 V Twins for about $1,000.

[zingshoen]

if the other skyteam prices are an indicator, it should retail for around 1500 A $. a 250 may work, would be worth the try. but a bigger engine would break the welding seams IMHO. at any rate, being a hardtail, it would suit the secondary roads and the coffee shops (if only the coffee were any good around here :cry: )

i wrote to the aussie importers and haven t got a reply yet. i m keen to buy one if and when. :tup:

[katoranger]

Hardtail would not be any fun on Kansas roads.

[Weldangrind]

Hardtail would not be any fun on Kansas roads.

Maybe the little café bike would be a better choice.

[katoranger]

I need alittle bit of suspension.