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Janus Motorcycles

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Jetfixer, Dec 29, 2016.

  1. Jetfixer

    Jetfixer Well-Known Member

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    ok so this probably should go under another thread , just found these cool bikes and they are not far from me . They are located in Goshen Indiana , 2 models 250cc single cylinder ,love the front forks . 6595$ kinda high, but different . It has a Honda based engine, too bad they don't have a Yamaha 400 to 500cc engine . There are several you tube videos of rides on these bikes , I like the tanks too, the café Phoenix model is real cool , this is the hard tail below . Well too bad it is not an XJ!!
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    Nice bike, although a bit on the small side. I'm not an "only Yamaha" guy, so I don't have any issue with a Honda motor. I am, however, an "only if it fits my budget" guy, so the price is an issue.
     
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    Agree. for 5900 or so you can have a new Yamaha 950 Bolt... I will stick with my 82 750 Seca ...it is nice to look at other bikes sometimes maybe even ride ... but a 250cc bike is pushing it I weigh about 280 so it would look like a hippo on a mini bike ....
     
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    Some people try to go for a minimized effect, spend way more that 6k and still end up with a 500 pound paper weight. I agree 6k seems like a bit much but I'm glad to see a manufacturer embracing the concept. Good looking machines!
     
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    I think the front suspension is cool and likely would not dive on braking imho
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Earles type forks do not dive under braking, instead they lift. They are also somewhat heavy (lots of unsprung mass), and can be a bit slow on turn-in. It's a very stout design though.
     
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    Don't think this belongs in technical chat....

    But anyways, I think these look super cool too. Never seen one in person but I've definitely window shopped them before. I've met the owner a couple times through the Moped scene. Name is Devin, really nice guy. He also own MLM (motion left mopeds) which makes some very nice pipes for vintage mopeds. http://www.mlmopeds.com/index.html
     
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    Nice look, but definitely not the right size for a 6'2" guy like me. Actually, even my Maxim-X felt a bit on the short side for my long frame.
     
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