Author Topic: Lotus C-01 (Read 1457 times)

squeezer · « **on:** February 25, 2014, 03:31:14 PM »

The latest MotorcycleUSA newsletter finally has pics of the new Lotus bike. I don't think anyone has posted them yet.

No, I'd never buy it. But it makes me smile. I think it looks totally badass.

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squeezer · « **Reply #1 on:** February 25, 2014, 03:33:51 PM »

The article is at:
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/660/17984/Motorcycle-Article/Lotus-Motorcycles-C-01-First-Look.aspx

From the article:

LOTUS C-01 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
The C-01 liveries will honor Lotus racing past.
Lotus will offer there different liveries of the C-01 and offer a customization service for buyers that want a more unique look.
Lotus will offer three different liveries for the C-01 in addition to a customization service for buyers that want a more unique look.
Engine: 2-cylinder 4-stroke engine, 75° V-style
Capacity: 1195cc
Bore x Stroke: 105 x 69mm
Power: Approx. 200 HP
Transmission: 6-gear jaw-type shift transmission
Lubrication: Dry sump lubrication
Main shaft ratio: 40:76
Lay shaft ratio: 15:41
Cooling: Water cooling
Clutch: Hydraulic anti-hopping clutch
Frame: Aero tech steel/Titanium/Carbon fiber frame
Fork: Upside down
Suspension strut: Twin suspension strut
Spring travel front: 3.15 inches
Spring travel rear: 2.75 inches
Brake system front: Twin brake disc, 320mm, four piston calipers
Brake system rear: Single disc, 220mm, two piston calipers
Chain: X-Ring resp. O-Ring
Head tube angle: 59-degrees
Fork angle: 54-degrees
Wheel base: 64.7 inches
Ride height: 3.54 inches
Seat height: 27.95 inches
Fuel tank capacity: 2.77 gallons
Dry weight: 399 pounds
Wheel front: 120/70 ZR19
Wheel rear: 190/55 ZR17

chornbe · « **Reply #2 on:** February 25, 2014, 03:56:59 PM »

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squeezer · « **Reply #3 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:00:27 PM »

C'mon, it's awesome. I mean, as long as you don't have to ride it or anything.

Black Hills · « **Reply #4 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:03:00 PM »

so ugly I love it!!

motormike · « **Reply #5 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:05:44 PM »

Paging Stripes to the carbon-fiber courtesy phone.

chornbe · « **Reply #6 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:07:21 PM »

Quote from: squeezer on February 25, 2014, 04:00:27 PM

C'mon, it's awesome. I mean, as long as you don't have to ride it or anything.

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Spanky · « **Reply #7 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:35:39 PM »

That's it. Now you can't ride mine.

bomber · « **Reply #8 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:49:57 PM »

200 horse?

pfft

call me when they have 200 horse out of a mill that size.

We can then put it in a frame that'll corner, cna give it tupperware that dosn't look like it was found on the balckboard in the dentention classroom after hours.

200 horse.

pfft

Flyer · « **Reply #9 on:** February 25, 2014, 04:58:39 PM »

I'd definitely hit it for a test rip.

kneescrubber · « **Reply #10 on:** February 25, 2014, 06:47:34 PM »

I heard they finally agreed to make the badge smaller on the radiator screen because of overheating problems.

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Clutch: Hydraulic anti-bunny hopping clutch

Haven't heard that specific terminology before, but that's okay, I know what they're talking about.

kneescrubber · « **Reply #11 on:** February 25, 2014, 06:50:02 PM »

And another point, unless you're Honda or BMW, don't build something you have no -ing clue about and do what Audi did; buy a motorcycle company.

Just sayin'.

SLK50 · « **Reply #12 on:** February 25, 2014, 07:42:13 PM »

You think we could convince Rubbermaid to make a
trash can that looks like a motorcycle?

Cookie · « **Reply #13 on:** February 25, 2014, 08:07:30 PM »

Where's Shah and his Tron suit when you need him?

Sent from Planet Ten by way of the Eighth Dimension.

Jim · « **Reply #14 on:** February 25, 2014, 08:15:08 PM »

Is the fuel cap hiding under the aft edge of the windscreen?

PatM · « **Reply #15 on:** February 25, 2014, 09:29:43 PM »

Quote from: Jim on February 25, 2014, 08:15:08 PM

Is the fuel cap hiding under the aft edge of the windscreen?

Yes, you'll have to take half the fairing off to fill up.

squeezer · « **Reply #16 on:** February 26, 2014, 01:34:45 AM »

Quote from: kneescrubber on February 25, 2014, 06:47:34 PM

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Clutch: Hydraulic anti-bunny hopping clutch

Haven't heard that specific terminology before, but that's okay, I know what they're talking about.

It has me thinking, "Who wants a hydraulic hopping clutch? And what do they have against bunnies?"

Cablebandit · « **Reply #17 on:** February 26, 2014, 06:53:54 AM »

Quote from: PatM on February 25, 2014, 09:29:43 PM

Quote from: Jim on February 25, 2014, 08:15:08 PM
Is the fuel cap hiding under the aft edge of the windscreen?

Yes, you'll have to take half the fairing off to fill up.

But only every 30-45 miles or so.

PatM · « **Reply #18 on:** February 26, 2014, 09:08:13 PM »

Quote from: Cablebandit on February 26, 2014, 06:53:54 AM

Quote from: PatM on February 25, 2014, 09:29:43 PM
Quote from: Jim on February 25, 2014, 08:15:08 PM
Is the fuel cap hiding under the aft edge of the windscreen?

Yes, you'll have to take half the fairing off to fill up.

But only every 30-45 miles or so.

That is, if you ride it more than 30-45 miles per day.

JonS · « **Reply #19 on:** February 27, 2014, 06:29:39 AM »

Besides the looks, I can't imagine why they put forks with that much rake on it, then make the rest cafe style.

Veefer800canuck · « **Reply #20 on:** February 27, 2014, 08:36:54 AM »

Quote from: JonS on February 27, 2014, 06:29:39 AM

Besides the looks, I can't imagine why they put forks with that much rake on it, then make the rest cafe style.

I thought Lotus was known for going 'round corners?

Perhaps someone should tell them.......

mxvet57 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 27, 2014, 10:50:06 AM »

Quote from: JonS on February 27, 2014, 06:29:39 AM

Besides the looks, I can't imagine why they put forks with that much rake on it, then make the rest cafe style.

How else do you clear that monstrosity in the front.

JonS · « **Reply #22 on:** February 27, 2014, 12:15:16 PM »

Quote from: mxvet57 on February 27, 2014, 10:50:06 AM

Quote from: JonS on February 27, 2014, 06:29:39 AM
Besides the looks, I can't imagine why they put forks with that much rake on it, then make the rest cafe style.

How else do you clear that monstrosity in the front.

Good point. Maybe they should stick to making cool cars.

Flyer · « **Reply #23 on:** February 27, 2014, 06:09:19 PM »

I think it's cool, and dead sexy.
Let's see the numbers before we kill it.
Lotus isn't really known for making boat-anchors...

mxvet57 · « **Reply #24 on:** February 27, 2014, 06:54:08 PM »

Quote from: Flyer on February 27, 2014, 06:09:19 PM

Lotus isn't really known for making boat-anchors...

Apparently they just started.

Veefer800canuck · « **Reply #25 on:** February 28, 2014, 11:19:41 PM »

Quote from: mxvet57 on February 27, 2014, 06:54:08 PM

Quote from: Flyer on February 27, 2014, 06:09:19 PM

Lotus isn't really known for making boat-anchors...

Apparently they just started.

QFT

chornbe · « **Reply #26 on:** March 01, 2014, 03:17:20 AM »

And to be fair, Lotus ONLY sold their name for this thing. They didn't actually make it.

Quote from: article

... even if its builders are only using the marque's name under license ...

http://www.autoblog.com/2014/01/16/lotus-c-01-motorcycle/

Jim · « **Reply #27 on:** March 01, 2014, 07:10:13 PM »

Another article on it...

The Ridiculous $137K Superbike That’s Too Gorgeous to Ride
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2014/02/lotus-c01/

When I see the "green" schemed bike, my mind thinks there should be a large "John Deere" logo on that immense side panel.

squeezer · « **Reply #28 on:** March 01, 2014, 08:41:03 PM »

Quote from: Jim on March 01, 2014, 07:10:13 PM

Another article on it...

The Ridiculous $137K Superbike That’s Too Gorgeous to Ride
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2014/02/lotus-c01/

When I see the "green" schemed bike, my mind thinks there should be a large "John Deere" logo on that immense side panel.

It really is the same designer that did the TRON lightcycles?!? That's a hoot. I hope shah knows about this.

CLAY · « **Reply #29 on:** March 02, 2014, 07:35:30 AM »

Like much rolling art, I think it looks incredible; however like much rolling art, I'm guessing it won't be much fun to ride and will end up being a display piece for some rich dude in his living room, office, or business. No one buys a bike like that and rides it much- I'm guessing that's also why they are only making a few.

Cablebandit · « **Reply #30 on:** March 02, 2014, 08:07:41 AM »

I'm sure Stripes is already on the wait list.

Look for it in the for sale section here in a few weeks.

kneescrubber · « **Reply #31 on:** March 02, 2014, 08:31:51 AM »

Quote from: Cablebandit on March 02, 2014, 08:07:41 AM

I'm sure Stripes is already on the wait list.

Look for it in the for sale section here in a few weeks.

It is British after all.