The two started restomodding vintage two-stroke mopeds. %%EOF Jay did remark that the hardtail Halcyon, with its sprung seat, might take some getting-used-to. KyO9gw4eVp -.)R\Scy~:@L=d"$=mNrfF%ONx-6dv"sbWJuYr^s^oYRrx9;mC%6x)>A>/ Jd[3r'OV'^ 4D)Nm#bc4-436@-`$j*F!=k?06af07W#EWQgaGgn_.a?3KUzhH]RNSnzX:(}[!HpS@m|rElA (}Q%?CQ-^Q}cCisRg.\Z;t'$niV~g'@'a,n& b]U\-$m>Ls0 }=fdcUVkOt/l`TP#q~-Eo ,L.srWY[>3=);X8]b7i?%8z\9Yv&18Ia,fp}!%w@7voTo}rf 9> ; .kEE+'#" }G o Janus Motorcycles After deciding the type of motorcycle thats best, 309-550-7543Monday thru Friday8:00am to 5:00pm CSTEmail:[emailprotected], 2023 Federal Motorcycle Transport|Privacy Policy | Shipping Terms and Conditions. directly to their driveway. endobj Small lights in the tach and speedo show turn signals, neutral, and high beam indicators. has helped relocate more than 5,000 bikes over the years, making us the most reliable and trustworthy company in the industry. It sounds like their quality control is atrocious, from bad paint, shoddy wiring, breaking cables, and engines that are high maintenance/repair. Every single bike they sell is. << << The style of Janus motorcycles has been referred to as vintage, classic, and retro. To this day, Janus buys assembled carbs, takes each one apart, and fits a bunch of proprietary components. And although the Harley-Davidson Street 750 is only about $600 more, its heavier, more complicated, and more expensive to live with. Its all about the evaporative emissions, so we had to plumb a carbon canister into the crankcase breather, fuel tank, and airbox.. These bikes specialize in traversing everything from winding roads to city streets. The engine they picked was still a two-stroke, and only 50cc, but water-cooled. Theyve received a wide variety of positive reviews for their top-quality bikes, earning them a strong reputation among their fans. %PDF-1.5 For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. /Descent -299 On pricing, its understandable that some will cringe at spending $8,400 for a 250cc motorcycle or $13,500 for a 450cc motorcycle, but you cant argue with success (people get on a list, pay a hefty deposit, and then wait six to eight months to get a Janus 450). Every single bike they sell is manufactured by hand on-site at their location in Goshen, IN. The design was appropriated by several Chinese factories with little appreciation for intellectual property rights and they actually improved it, boring it out to 229 cc and adding a balance shaft. And its not like Harley makes a good, small-capacity beginner bike, like the Honda Grom. Theyd manage to build and sell a few bikes and use all that revenue to buy the next batch of parts. Nearly all components of these first models were made within a few miles of the shop in Goshen. They go 70 miles an hour. Halcyon comes with a front suspension designed in-house by Janus. 8TEQ'=k[h$P^r*Muiv|-! They set their sights low, and unlike so many startups, they're determined to operate within their means. Janus Motorcycles couldn't find an American supplier that could manufacture such an engine. To accomplish that, Janus buys engines from Italian firm SWM that are assembled in China, a fuel-injected, four-valve single (don't be fooled by the two exhaust pipes, one for each exhaust valve). They ended up meeting the guy who imported (and held the EPA paperwork) for Cleveland CycleWerx. 3 Likes Mustangman September 3, 2019, 12:00pm #15 Started in 2011 by American co-founders Devin Biek and Richard Worsham. As small motorcycles, they are all, A few years later in 2015, the team at Janus upgraded to the modern version of the Halcyon, which. It's barely noticeable. Our Janus motorcycle review shows the Halcyon 450 is a completely new motorcycle with a vintage look and feel that doesn't on Janus motorcycle reliability. It's no surprise that he snatched up a Top Gun motorcycle replica, a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R. lead to the companys current bikes. /BM /Normal Grant took us on the grand tour. /CapHeight 625 Very beautiful Scoot. /MediaBox [ 0 0 612 396 ] /Prev 855131 Also, that engine is one of the few things not made in the US. Get in touch with us today by calling (309) 550-7543 or get your Free Quote online! One of them is run by S&S, in Wisconsin. /LastChar 57 Yet build a fancy front end. Same as the one used in the Janus minus a few millimeters in bore size. If the Roman god Janus exists and his standard of excellence is merging the past with the future, hed be smiling at the guys and gals in Goshen. I think like most people here I'm just a motorcycle enthusiast, I love old bikes. So, he often designs a component using CAD software, then prints the design and delivers it on paper. >> The Janus SWM variant has Athena fuel injection and mapping, along with a few other touches for more power and reliability. /Type /FontDescriptor Janus expects to sell about 250 motorcycles in 2019. The team is able to produce their motorcycles in anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks after it has been ordered. /op true Janus bikes are definitely pricey and don't make sense on paper compared to other bikes. endstream After thorough EPA testing, all Janus motorcycles are expected to get 70+ mpg fuel economy. And each Janus is built around a frame derived from a 50s British design. He quickly realized that he was in over his head when it came to the EPA. Theres plenty of power and the overall impression is one of lightness and balance in looks, handling, sound, quality and feel. 312 0 obj It was never intended for Japanese, European, or American use; it was made in third-world satellite factories. /Length 2410 Their charge for shipping to anywhere in the United States is $700. Through our experience manufacturing performance parts including handlebars, exhaust systems, intakes, clutch upgrades, sprockets, seats, and fuel tanks, we had built up a healthy network of local craftsmen and suppliers here in the heart of American manufacturing. Federal Motorcycle Transport has helped relocate more than 5,000 bikes over the years, making us the most reliable and trustworthy company in the industry. Engineers had tried to increase the frames stiffness by welding in a bracing gusset, but the part was actually too stiff to work properly. Janus Motorcycles product, Worsham and Biek wanted something simpler. But many other buyers commit essentially sight-unseen. The application process is easy and secure. Look this might all straighten itself out but as long as you have people like that who are answering the phones and giving the bums rushed to people who might actually know what they're talking about and actually care about what you're doing, you're closing yourself in and you're leaving a bitter taste in people's mouths, and if you're a small company that means economic destruction. This is a principle that they have closely followed when designing their bikes which would not look out of place in the 1920s and 30s. endobj They even throw in lunch and coffee. To apply for financing, please fill out the following form. The first model to be released by the company was the Halycon 50 which had a six speed gear box. /FontFile3 307 0 R 300 20 The Janus bikes do harken back to a simpler motorcycle era, when the experience was more about man and machine, and about when it was personal, when hand-crafted artistry held sway over electronic intervention, rider aids and pure power. But for riding around town, or for weekend backroad exploration, its a very While they started off their production with the original Halcyon model, the team at Janus Motorcycles has since added two more options into the mix. 0 /Rotate 0 They overcame this problem by developing bikes that used four stroke engines. If you're looking for help fixing your Janus Motorcycle, look no further! On further investigation, I see that there a numerous versions of the Honda CG250 design, and although they both may share many characteristics, the Janus and Cleveland engines are likely NOT coming from the same maker. >> How much are Janus motorcycles? that isnt seen from most other companies out there. It was developed and is manufactured by Shineray (pronounced shin-you-way in the Ancient Kingdom) and SWM in Italy. The gearing is a bit on the tall side (the 450 Halcyon has a 15-tooth countershaft and 40-tooth rear sprocket), and it probably could be geared even taller if more top end floats your boat. EPA Emissions Have Been Approved In 49 States, 6. Richard told me wanted the smaller Halcyon 250s hardtail look. How basically anyone could maintain and/or customize them; and, as with the Grom, how fun they could be. What could go wrong? Tim laughingly asked. In 2018, I pitched a Baja ride to Janus Motorcycles, and recognizing a good thing when he saw it, Grant Longenbaugh (then the Janus Director of Marketing) made it happen. /FontBBox [ -196 -299 1349 1006 ] Given those humble roots, it never really occurred to them to compete with the likes of Honda or BMW. Janus claims a 90mph top speed. 0000044889 00000 n It's my firm belief by looking back at this older technology the Janice honestly could at least look to see how feasible it would be to duplicate a similar type of structure for a motorcycle. Motorcycles are typically completed eight to 12 weeks later. Buyers have the option to pick up the bike at the Janus location in Goshen, IN or to have the. 0000005580 00000 n working with S&S Cycles, the same firm that builds engines for Customers can order A post shared by Janus Motorcycles (@janusmotorcycle) on Feb 13, 2020 at 9:27am PST. Theyre also more difficult to repair. 2. >> He also followed me on Pinterest, though I don't think he was aware of it, it seems we have similar taste in motorcycling apparel. << H\j }XaeK!=$+4Fw&. 30,299 views Apr 12, 2020 480 Dislike Share Foxxy 7.38K subscribers Hello everyone, as you can tell by the. endobj The bike wants to rev; it has a 10,000rpm redline but only runs a modest 4,500rpm at 60mph in top gear. Motorcycle Classics Magazine Featuring the most brilliant, unusual and popular motorcycles ever made! If Janus makes it where Buell, Brammo, Motus, and Alta (to name just a few) have failed, it may be because they grew out of a moped shop. Many stopped farming altogether to focus on small-scale manufacturing. We offer in-house full-service financing in partnership with ThunderRoad Financial. Riding a bike immerses you in driving much more than you would find in any other type of vehicle. But at least, like the early Harleys, these engines are simple and can be worked on by the average wrench-turner, unlike so many, many modern bikes. being the most popular model. The nearest thing to a Janus thats made by a major motorcycle manufacturer is Suzukis TU250X, which sells for less than $5,000. They are based in the USA and their founders had worked in the motorcycle business for a while before starting their own company. However, these design choices aren't limitations. 0000044847 00000 n Instead, it comes, with the transmission, from a Chinese supplier. 211 S 5th St. Goshen, IN 46528-3713. The engine is a fuel-injected single with four valves, a single overhead cam, dry sump lubrication, and air and oil cooling. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Wondering who makes Janus motorcycles? really only possible because the bikes are so light, but it virtually eliminates Based on the success of that ride, Tim knew the Janus 250 would make Deadhorse and he aimed the front wheel at Alaska. (Theres enough Amish around Goshen that Walmart has a stable where they can park their horses!). The Heart of Janus Motorcycles Some will be quick to point out that this engine comes from China and indeed, it does. Honda set out to build the CG125, a four-stroke as simple to keep running as a two-stroke. One of the Halcyon 450s I saw during my visit was a gorgeous custom purple. Two valves actuated by pushrods. Grab your spot and join us before we book them uptickets usually go quick. Luckily, a functionally identical motor was available from several different manufacturers. 6. While they started off their production with the original Halcyon model, the team at Janus Motorcycles has since added two more options into the mix. Janus photo. How much are Janus motorcycles? Fourteen horsepower is not much by modern standards, but it's 13 more horsepower than some of the vehicles you see around Goshen. [i4Fk(Z R]vxQ9Ih"N#Y93#GS9R,La+ X|` j 311 0 obj endobj Their charge for shipping to anywhere in the United States is $700. Janus Motorcycles is happy to help anyone interested in pursuing financing for their motorcycle. /BaseFont /ALBHPG+FreightSansProMedium-Regular Anyway never occured to me that this nice man who had spoken to me only a few years ago wouldn't have time for me especially since it's a small company and that he actually had a conversation with me last time. /FontStretch /Normal The Sound and the Feel: Scott Mercer's 1979 Honda CBX, Hondas CBX was something completely different in the motorcycle marketplace. >> Janus photo. A Vincent or Brough Superior would be better benchmarks, and as Motorcycle Classics readers know, those motorcycles werent cheap, either. This gives interested parties the chance to meet the owners, see these bikes in person, and even test drive one of their custom Janus models. 307 0 obj This has been well received by people that like to do a little more exploring than a bigger motorcycle would allow them to do. Some breaks and or does not work. /Type /Font while also bringing their own signature flair to the industry. 0000003663 00000 n All use a variation of Janus version of the Featherbed frame. and a 70-mph top speed. We get inquiries every day from people who want to quit their jobs, move to Goshen and work here. Theres a metal fab shop a mile away where tubing is welded into frames and fenders are hand formed with rubber mallets, metal forming equipment, and muscle; when we went there Richard rode his Halcyon 250 (the same one that went on our 2018 Baja trip, and the bike he rode across the United States). Basically, you put your motorcycle in an oven and they bake it, Devin said. 0000005053 00000 n And Janice offered all of us who feel that way something. They were drawn to how simple, stripped-down, and lightweight the mopeds were. Shipping and taxes calculated at checkout. endobj Janus Motorcycles are, simply put, made to stand the test of time. /FontFile3 312 0 R I thought to myself this is a nice guy and a nice company and they might want to know about this this could help them. In the 1960s, Hondas CB125 was an incredible motor, but Honda found that it was losing out to two-stroke competitors in fast-growing Third World markets. /FontName /ALBHPG+FreightSansProMedium-Regular Discovery Days are a great way for fans of Janus Motorcycles to find out more about the company. Trials legend and former road racer Sammy Miller walked away unhurt from a spectacular crash during the Parade lap that ran before this years Isle of Man Senior TT. The bike is small and quick and is often used in off road racing. But at that point, it was still a hand-to-mouth operation. Owners had started to tune their mopeds for increased performance, and Biek wanted to make something in a similar spirit. And well hear a lot of politicians railing against China. Photo by Mark Gardiner. xref Taiwanese-CPI Motor Co.-Commerce Manufacturer Machinery Taipei China Asian Pacific R.O.C. This Halcyon model has optional leather saddlebags and "leg covers." /CA 1 Garrett by trade is a personal finance freelance writer and journalist. /AIS false 14 horsepower. stream Even with this growth, Janus Motorcycles continues to provide the personal touch that isnt seen from most other companies out there. /StemV 132 But Janus doesnt feel that its competing with Suzuki, or any extant motorcycle company. At the moment they got certified, Janus had a backlog of orders and inventory, and they immediately started pumping out three or four bikes a week. It transports you to another era without worrying about the problems that come with riding an antique bike. Brembo brakes are on both wheels (with single piston rear and twin piston front calipers). Richard Worsham studied architecture at nearby Notre Dame. The tanks angled surfaces look as if they are cosmetic, but Richard explained they are necessary for the tanks structural integrity. Just enough engine vibration gets through to let you know you are riding a big single, and the rear suspension and coil-spring-mounted leather seat make for an easy ride. It was announced in January 2018 that they have been given the approval of the EPA in 49 states. Richard personally road tests every 450 and it doesnt leave Goshen until Richard knows it is perfect. To give you a range of what you can expect to pay, we can take a look at the difference between a stock bike and one with all the bells and whistles. 302 0 obj The man-to-motorcycle interface feels superb. Harley-Davidson, Janus was able to make the engine 50-state emissions-legal. In addition to the Halcyon (by far the bestseller) and the Phoenix, they now offer the Gryffin (shown in the company video below), which is styled to resemble a 1960s scrambler. Turn signals, horn, starter, high-beam flash, and kill switches are in familiar spots. All those shops are operated by Amish communes. >> With mentions of the above finery built into a Janus motorcycle, it's no surprise that the price becomes a polarizing topic. $7000 for the Janus bike seems excessive but you are paying for a largely custom made retro bike. When I visited Janus Motorcycles shop in 2018, Worsham said, As with the Grom, Janus bikes arent for every rider. Our Gryffin 250 is a simple, durable, and lightweight scrambler made for thrilling everyday escapes, on-road and off. Her personal attention to each motorcycle transport customer sets Federal apart from the rest. Anyone interested in buying a Janus motorcycle can. /SMask /None Use the link below to watch it once it airs or follow the link in our bio: www.youtube.com/user/JayLenosGarage, A post shared by Janus Motorcycles (@janusmotorcycle) on Feb 16, 2020 at 5:31pm PST. During my recent visit to Goshen, I noticed a photo of another Janus adventure rider, Tim Hullinger, on his Halcyon 250 in Deadhorse, Alaska. As small motorcycles, they are all designed for an enjoyable experience rather than for size or specification. Each bike is completely assembled by one technician, over a period of several hours. I enjoyed my ride enormously. And when it inevitably needed repairs, he rode it into Bieks shop. "One spark plug, one carburetor, two valve adjustments, and a quick oil change process," the Janus website says. The engine is smooth, the mirrors didnt shake, and all the lights and indicators work. /Size 320 Were about to hear another round of politicians claiming theyll bring manufacturing back, and those speeches will be held in big plants that employ thousands of workers. Weighing just 263 lbsabout 200 lbs less than a Triumph Scramblerwith a 33 inch seat height and 80 inch length, the Gryffin might be the perfect adventure bike for just about anyone looking to go . /Ascent 1006 Check out the custom parts on this city-slick #HDStreet750. << Devin Biek ran a moped shop that catered to Notre Dame students. The company says the bikes' curb weights are about 260 lb (120 kg) for the Halcyon and 265 lb (120 kg) for the Phoenix . Janus' bikes are arguably the closest thing to a modern classic bike you can buy today. << Initially he informed me that he "pass that along", and I asked him how the hell he could do that as he didn't know what I was talking about. Our comprehensive Janus Motorcycle repair guide will explain common issues, provide. The pricing for all three Janus motorcycle models. In addition, this might be Janus's first-ever fuel-injected motorcycle, but you couldn't tell by how smooth and responsive the throttle is. This revolutionary company has brought back many aspects that made classic motorcycles so popular while also bringing their own signature flair to the industry. Join us in watching @jaylenosgarage tonight at 9:00pm PST where you can finally see Richard and Devin visit Jay Leno and his famous garage. Ikon componentry handles suspension duties. Janus Motorcycles, First Impressions & Experiences. Janus photo.Although their motor was EPA-ready (meaning it burned pretty clean), actually meeting EPA emissions standards involved making a lot of custom parts for their 30 mm Keihin carb. Apart from the powertrain, shocks, tires, and some of the lighting and electrical components, all the parts are made in the US. << They encourage fans to tag them in photos that they post on Instagram and they also post a lot of images of their own. And unfortunately, Worsham told me the engine is un-upgradeable. You feel the engine but in a good way that makes for a more intimate bond with the motorcycle. The Beeline Moto navigation and Sena Momentum Evo helmet. The company wanted to make sure that everything was perfect with this model before it was released and development of the bike took two years. This latest build comes fitted with the Adventure Rack & Roll Top Pannier plus the Corn Detasselers (some might call them handle bar covers.) A very sharp combo of colors and upgrades! Our Baja expedition was a blast and the motorcycles performed magnificently. BTW Honda's patents on the CG engine ran out many years ago. We're Safe! In the United States, testing is farmed out to a handful of approved labs. The saddles quilted leather, not too old, but quilted. 0000005718 00000 n Their time in the moped industry led to strong vendor relationships that have blossomed into partnerships as they create new motorcycles. /op false Aug 26, 2003 Oddometer: 760 Location: Fredericksburg, VA 13 days ago, I saw my first Janus motorcycle. In 2017 Janus introduced the Gryffin 250, a scrambler-style motorcycle with off-road capability that speaks to us above the rest.With a 14-horsepower engine it can reach a top speed of 70 mph. The bike is specially made for children, so they will finally be proud to ride something else besides a scooter. One thing thats true across the developing world is that Honda often ends up training its competitors. MC. Id seen too many motorcycle startups produce a prototype and little more, and although I wished them well, I was skeptical about their chances of survival. As it comes from the Janus factory, this is an eminently freeway-capable motorcycle. The Janus folks are not dilettantes with too much time on their hands; they are riders and tinkerers, our kind of people. Janus Motorcycles' lineup. You can read more about that grand expedition and adventure ride at Exhaust Notes. We have listed several dates for the first half of the year on our website. It also had a sprung seat and wide handlebars and buyers could choose a number of optional upgrades such as leather saddlebags. The grips have a unique texture and a comfortable, hand-filling swell. The saddle was quite literally developed for the Kentucky Mountain Pleasure horse and the Kentucky Mountain Saddle horse, two heritage breeds of gaited horses who are some of the best long distance riding horses on the planet. The Honda Monkey for next year was scheduled to be released in the next model year in September, to local, Read More 10 Things You Didnt Know About the 2019 Honda MonkeyContinue, Euro 5 regulations have inspired a multitude of updates in 2022, and Suzuki has not been left behind. /L 861271 Visit Website. theyre simple and approachable enough that almost anyone could ride them, and Given those humble roots, it never really occurred to them to compete with the likes of Honda or BMW. The Amish arrived in Northern Indiana in the 19th century. He came away fairly impressed with Janus first efforts two retro-styled 229 cc singles dubbed the Halcyon and Phoenix. endobj It came standard with a 6-speed gearbox, a low tank, and wide-set handlebars. Janus said the two models reach a top speed of 70 mph (110 km/h) with the 14 hp (10 kW) at 7,000 rpm and 11.6 ftlb (15.7 J) @ 5,500 rpm engine. /Flags 32 I have 12 years of experience with a Lifan CG200 (196cc) engine. JavaScript is disabled. Twin polished stainless steel downswept exhaust pipes and mufflers give the Halcyon 450 a symmetric and classic appearance. /FontWeight 500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 241 0 0 0 0 0 0 613 611 660 689 552 536 670 684 291 480 641 Well-worn copies of Motorcycle Classics are on a table in a showroom thats more like a clubhouse. The 2.1-gallon hand-formed aluminum fuel tank has a long and classic look. Consequently the tree existed in two pieces, with a spring function in the middle served by multiple layers of leather tightly grafted to each end. 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