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Talk of a third T7 model to be released. Currently you have the standard, the Dakar and talk of a traveller model which i guess would just have panniers etc with possibly some refinements. 

 

We wait n see. Lots of new models being launched and with no bike shows the makes are getting creative. Kwak are to release 6 models on the 23rd (iirc) one of which is rumoured to be a KLR700 0r similar. 

 

Some excellent deals coming through as well, dealers need to move stock to claim rebates and incentives so if one shops shrewdly and haggles great deals to be made. 

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Talk of a third T7 model to be released. Currently you have the standard, the Dakar and talk of a traveller model which i guess would just have panniers etc with possibly some refinements. 

 

We wait n see. Lots of new models being launched and with no bike shows the makes are getting creative. Kwak are to release 6 models on the 23rd (iirc) one of which is rumoured to be a KLR700 0r similar. 

 

Some excellent deals coming through as well, dealers need to move stock to claim rebates and incentives so if one shops shrewdly and haggles great deals to be made. 

 

KLR700, tell me more............

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KLR700, tell me more............

 

All conjecture at this point, Kwak teased with a short ad clip a few months ago showing 6 models under bike covers....the internet did the rest. 

 

Rumour is a twin parrallel twin a la Tenere labelled as a KLR or KLX. 

 

We wait til 23 nov to find out. 

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Hi guys and gals

 

I am in Tanzania and the only cycling I get to see is those old steel Chinese jobs with lever brakes, F##k#d saddles, worn red tires and BIG ring gears when they pass me on a cattle track while lifting a BIG momma. And I watch the tours on DSTV. 

 

I have noticed and the commentators commented about those 3 wheeled Yamahas. I wonder what is the Hub's take on those machines?

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Hi guys and gals

 

I am in Tanzania and the only cycling I get to see is those old steel Chinese jobs with lever brakes, F##k#d saddles, worn red tires and BIG ring gears when they pass me on a cattle track while lifting a BIG momma. And I watch the tours on DSTV. 

 

I have noticed and the commentators commented about those 3 wheeled Yamahas. I wonder what is the Hub's take on those machines?

 

 

For me the Yamaha Niken is just a solution looking for a problem

 

I've seen a couple of the 3 wheeled scooters (Yamaha and knock-offs) around Auckland, and in the bike motorcycle parking at work.

 

Whilst I personally don't get them, there is a huge inexperienced motorised commuting culture here (due to traffic and parking) and if the dual front wheel offers some extra stability or traction (particularly on Auckland's wet roads) then I guess they serve a purpose.

 

What I don't get are able-bodied people who buy those Can-Am Spyder/Rykers. They have all the disadvantages of a motorcycle (exposure to elements and minimal collision protection), and none of the advantages (like easy parking, lane splitting feathering, convenient commuting etc). Plus they cost an absurd amount.

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I've seen a couple of the 3 wheeled scooters (Yamaha and knock-offs) around Auckland, and in the bike motorcycle parking at work.

 

Whilst I personally don't get them, there is a huge inexperienced motorised commuting culture here (due to traffic and parking) and if the dual front wheel offers some extra stability or traction (particularly on Auckland's wet roads) then I guess they serve a purpose.

 

What I don't get are able-bodied people who buy those Can-Am Spyder/Rykers. They have all the disadvantages of a motorcycle (exposure to elements and minimal collision protection), and none of the advantages (like easy parking, lane splitting feathering, convenient commuting etc). Plus they cost an absurd amount.

That yamaha tri city scooter is quite interesting.

 

It is not recognised as a bike in NZ. Next time you see one, take a look at the number plate. NZTA considers them cars and a motorbike licence is not needed. Great for zipping around town to work and back and none of the REGO charges associated with bikes.

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That yamaha tri city scooter is quite interesting.

 

It is not recognised as a bike in NZ. Next time you see one, take a look at the number plate. NZTA considers them cars and a motorbike licence is not needed. Great for zipping around town to work and back and none of the REGO charges associated with bikes.

 

hmmmm, very interesting! I have noticed that some have a number plate on the front.

 

The fact that they don't require a bike license, or the crazy rego fees associated, is likely why they're gaining in popularity.

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All conjecture at this point, Kwak teased with a short ad clip a few months ago showing 6 models under bike covers....the internet did the rest. 

 

Rumour is a twin parrallel twin a la Tenere labelled as a KLR or KLX. 

 

We wait til 23 nov to find out.

 

This pic has been floating around the internet

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What I don't get are able-bodied people who buy those Can-Am Spyder/Rykers. They have all the disadvantages of a motorcycle (exposure to elements and minimal collision protection), and none of the advantages (like easy parking, lane splitting feathering, convenient commuting etc). Plus they cost an absurd amount.

Same reason people buy quadbikes? 'cos they can't balance!  :ph34r:  :devil:

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