There are a couple of things about this bike that strike me as, maybe not concerning, or worrying but worthy of further consideration;
The tank, er, what tank? either way it's very small. So we aren't talking about a bike with any real range. And little options to replace with a larger tank from the likes of Acerbis
Luggage ?? It doesn't have any starting point for luggage capability. In fact it doesn't look to have any rear end support at all.
The clear upper fairing, no, that's just going to look worn out and dated after the first muddy ride. Easily sorted though with a vinyl wrap or paint, or maybe they'll produce it in a solid form.
It has the outward look and feel of something that would suit a traveler, but lacks the practicalities needed. The instrument panel looks like a node to GPS/Roadbook placement but without the ability to cover distance what's the point? It's not going to make it as a racer, there are other bikes that are better suited.
I hope whatever incarnation they bring to market is more practical, it has to be or it won't sell in the numbers needed, and that makes me sad because it's nice to see the mainstay of the big marques getting some competition. Lets hope they don't have the same nightmare that CCM have had.
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