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That should be awesome transport in our bush!
How the shit does that work? Pretty clever
I like that, very clever
I have one of these and nowhere is safe, cheaper than helicopter trips every week :)
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That would be a shit load of fun Friwi.
Found it on the net
AUTOS, MOTORCYCLES
TAURUS 2×2 ALL-TERRAIN MOTORCYCLE
UPDATED MAR 28, 2014 MIKE CHUA 16 COMMENTS
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two-wheel drive motorcycle is rare, but not new. however, the Russian Taurus 2×2 All-Terrain Motorcycle is on a league of its own. the two-wheel drive system coupled with super chunky tires allows it to transverse across the toughest terrain imaginable, going where four-wheel drive vehicles can’t but even if it can’t, its mere 47 to 74 kilograms of weight means it is lightweight enough to be picked up and carry over, or at least drag, to where you want to go. don’t believe? catch the video after the break and see it for yourself. there are two models planned: a 2×2 Taurus 2, which is the lightweight version fitted with low-pressure tires, and a 2×2 Taurus 2m, which is a heavier and more powerful model, fitted with serious off-road rubbers.
both rides share several key features which includes a 3-speed transmission, brake disc on intermediate shaft (as opposed to regular disc brakes on each wheel), 1.2 liters per hour fuel economy, a top speed of 60 km/h (37 mph) and a 55-degree turning angle. both bike is ‘foldable’, but well, they aren’t foldable per say. the bike can be easily disassembled into smaller parts and fit into two specially made bags for easy storage and transportation. with the exception of ridiculously tiny car like the Smart, those two bags should fit into the smallest of cars. the lighter of the two, the model 2, weighs in at between 47 and 50 kilograms, which makes it light enough to handle muddy ground with ease, while the model 2m tips the scale at between 72 and 74 kilograms. the heavier weight is probably due to a more powerful four-stroke engine and the full-fledge off-road tires which measures 220mm wide and 650mm in diameter.
apparently, the Taurus is still in production concept stage, but the good news is, it will eventually be made available as DIY kits. it will carry with it a starting price of 35,000 Russian Rubles (about US$980) when it finally becomes available. according to the website, the company has up to four rides planned, including a four-wheeled motorcycle in the pipeline. keep going to see the bike in action.
Trials bikes certainly rock. Hard Enduro rider Graham Jarvis does that sort of rock hopping but on an Enduro bike...Quote:
Originally Posted by 7mmsaum
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=K4qzh6YBW1Q
Don't forget our own enduro king Chris Birch who has schooled Graham a few times:)Quote:
Originally Posted by ishoot10s
....more than a few times. CB is the man!Quote:
Originally Posted by BRADS
So is Graham to be fair, almost got beaten by a trials bike at red bull city scramble a few years back.
Had a lash at that when when I was on the enduro circuit, spent a lot of time chewing on concrete and wood:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Nibblet
Your not the guy who dropped his bike in the tide?! Think he was from whagarei thoughQuote:
Originally Posted by BRADS
No, he got some flack from the boys:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Nibblet
Haha I bet. Poor bastard.
So you thought you could ride?
http://youtu.be/K4qzh6YBW1Q
I was watching red bull tv the other day and saw bits of him doing Romaniacs. Also watched the Chris Birch Project where he was gearing up for the Enduro X in Las Vegas. Seems he found that a bit too Super Cross ish. I think he was up Woodhill the other weekend when the 2 man was on. Lately I've been getting Facebook updates about him trying to peel the weight off his new KTM. Him and Levi are certainly making their mark internationally. :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by BRADS
We have a lot of really good bike riders who fail two get any support/publicity.Quote:
Originally Posted by ishoot10s
Paul Whibley in the GNCC comes two mind:)
Another option is a two wheel drive electric mtb, no noise,lighter if you have to carry it.
Took one on a test ride the other day and all I could think about was getting one back to NZ for a hunt. Contract prohibits video/photos sorry but was very impressed.