Cool minibike.. ;)

[Fumesucker]

http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2008/07/09/gunbus-410-cubic-inch-v-twin-motorcycle-completed/

The Gunbus 410 cubic inch V-Twin motorcycle is complete. The monster engine placed in a motorcycle frame of comparable size looked impossible and many who saw the photos were skeptical of the bike ever being finished but I guess, Clemens F. Leonhardt is one of those persistent guys who ignores the naysayers and keeps at his work.

The fuel injected, 45 degree 6728 cc / 410 cubic inch V-Twin runs through a 3 speed transmission with reverse and actually looks pretty good in its finished state compared to the initial photos, in fact, everything looks good. It puts out 523 foot pounds of torque. Seat height is 31.5 inches and overall length is 136 inches. It is a little heavy at 1433 pounds so high speed corner carving might be an issue and there aren't any photos of the big bike on the road so I guess we'll have to wait for the road test, that is if someone can actually road test this monster.

This is actually going to go into limited series production and a sidecar will be available as well which might help with balance when waiting at a light. I don't even want to think about a driveway tipover. I think this is great! Now, where's the video?

[JustABozoOnThisBus]

1. The only way that thing would fit in my garage ...

... is if I get rid of the refrigerator with all the cold beer.

So, no way.

:hi:

[DrDan]

2. I cannot imagine riding that in comfort - the heat alone would limit my rides

[Ganja Ninja]

4. Imagine how it would bounce on those tires.

It looks like a death trap to me.

[IDemo]

3. Primary cover optional?

I actually like the appearance of the bike in the second pic. I could see a major manufacturer putting together a similar concept with a more sensible 1.2 - 2 liter V twin. As is, this thing doesn't look even remotely usable unless you're an NFL lineman. And, as noted, the engine heat has got to be a killer.

[JustABozoOnThisBus]

5. No cover on the drive chain sprocket either

It's a pain getting the jeans caught in a bicycle chain. On this scooter, I think it would be instant amputation.