The after-ride experience is normally a good one. There is the elation of completing the ride [safely] and sharing that reality with others. Yesterday seemed no different. Maria rode well for the second time on the bike—less time to complete the lap by about 4 minutes and at a higher average speed. We look forward to seeing what she does this fall. Having ridden the Vendetta some 50 miles or so, she has a few ergonomic suggestion for John. I and others get to talk to them about our observations and desires. The video captures some of that as my iPhone 4 stood on my tripod—no panning. You get a few close [non-static] looks at the Vendetta.
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If I had started another clip after Maria finished, the title at the bottom could be removed. Shot and learn…
Jim
Please also view the video in HD at YouTube. –jim
Like what I see but would like some more info, like weight of the bike and does it have shock absorbing capabilities of the Silvio. Something I noted in the test ride is that the rider seemed to hunch forward noticably while turning, is this from fear of wheel slipping out or just getting used to the bike? I have been interested in how many remarks of owners saying they suffer front wheel loosing contact and spinning/slipping traction. Is this a FWD problem only?
Good Morning John,
Thanks for your comment. The specs are not released for this bike. You are seeing the only one in the world. It is the single prototype. There are still modifications before we have the production model.
It does NOT have shock absorption. In most cases, I think Maria Parker was bein0g cautions at turns because of the possibility of traffic. You certainly see that at Turn 2. Also not this was her second time riding the bike, although I do not think she was concerned with the wheel slipping out. As she becomes comfortable with it, I think you will not differences in her riding style.
You last questions should be presented on the Cruzbike Forum. I will say one can go down from lost of front wheel traction on any bike. I have not ridden a FWD long enough [don't own one yet] to know if this is more pronounced. Again, the forum is good for reading an discussion of rider’s experiences.
The best & thanks!
Jim