Well found out that the CCW tha Misfit is hitting the US shores in a few weeks. Will update with a date when I get it but here's a quick vid of the Misfit out in CA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xz6SKWesd4
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Well found out that the CCW tha Misfit is hitting the US shores in a few weeks. Will update with a date when I get it but here's a quick vid of the Misfit out in CA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xz6SKWesd4
hey gardo, ive been following tha heist forum for the past few months trying to catch up on everything but 107 pages is a lot to read so i'm posting here. ive never really ridden before, a couple unsuccessful tries on dirtbikes and an old cb 750 i inherited and sold. ive been looking tha heist for a while and it looks like an amazing bike with lots of potential but the misfit also looks like a lot of fun and bang for the buck. As a beginner i was wondering what advice i could get. im 5'4" and 145ish. I know it all boils down to which one feels better to me but i wont be able to afford a bike for a while so i am just seeing what i can hear and continue to learn what i can with what i have. ive read all the anti ccw/chinese forums and none of them have convinced me any different of scott and his creations. my first bike will be a ccw but im not sure what would be best for a first. thanks
Brownbuff don't sweat it man, the CCW is rad for a first timer. Here's my advice... stick as much cash away as you can every week, adds up quick. While you're saving get yourself into the MSF class in your area. Best money I've spent. It's priceless, you'll learn so much and get over the uneasy-ness of being a newb.
Size wise...I'm not much bigger than you, 5'-6" 145ish myself. You'll flatfoot the Heist no problem, not sure about the misfit but the seat height doesn't look like much on it. Since the Misfit is about to drop you can check them both out and see which you're feeling more. Also, since you got time, don't rule out the Ace. That thing simply looks fun.
Either way you really can't go wrong with CCW as a first bike. Keep an open mind and a strict wrench with whatever you get for your first :) cheers dude. shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiwiizzzz
my thoughts exactly kevin. keep an open mind and do what i can now. the ace looks like a fun bike with lots of potential for customizing. thanks
Brownbuffalo- welcome to the MCM forums great bunch of questions the CCW bikes are a great starter bikes and lots of fun for Vet riders alike. I'm 5'7" and a 185lbs. The height is light and easy to flatfoot. I found the Misfit a bit taller but the preload on the suspension can be adjusted.
Just like kev said sock away the cash and do the MBC before getting a bike it will do alot to put you at ease for riding.
Dont pay any mind to the haters people change their tune when they see the Heist for the first time.
Keep the questions coming man
ccw tha misfit looks pretty nice cafe style bike but its identical with cpi sells years ago.
http://i39.tinypic.com/30uwrux.jpg
http://www.cpi-motor.com.tw/wwwroot/xr.htm
It is not a propriety design, however nothing coming out of the Chinese motorcycle industry really can be, they are all based off others designs.
Its a CG125...
http://cache.pakwheels.com/forums/20...s%28com%29.jpg
The engines are bored out version of the same engine, the new renditions loose the points and gain a CDI and an electronic ignition.
CPI was likely or they still maybe sourcing the bike out of china, likely from the same factory that CCW is.
You can be sure they are there in the factory making sure they bikes are made correctly and to their specification. They modified the bikes, basically dolled them up.
Should they have come right out and said that? The results would or could be another version sold online for less? Not everyone wants a drop shipped bike, not everyone wants to do the final assembly and troubleshooting themselves.
There is no cheaper version of the bikes sold online…..not yet.
I would say the extra $1,000 gets you some refinements and bend over backwards customer service, if you need it.
I had seen the bike advertised on the web (wholesale)…the listing has expired it was in 2009.
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/y...11606012-1.jpg
I can see the refinements....
http://i784.photobucket.com/albums/y...g?t=1291703856
MJH,
You are kidding,right?
Or else you need to lay off the bong.
Bike at http://www.cpi-motor.com.tw/wwwroot/xr.htm
I saw that bike last Feb. at the Dealer Expo show and told the company reps that it was the most exciting thing I saw at the show. This bike will sell like hotcakes, even at it's $3500-$4000USD street price [EDIT] ...IF... CCW can develop a proper distribution/dealer network. I just read an editorial about this very same subject in Dealer News minutes ago.
A perfect first bike, around town knock-about, or even a low-buck track bike. I'll pick one up at next year's show.
BTW... the company also exhibited a flat track inspired version as well.
/Mike
don't get me wrong i love ccw bikes just want to know if the bikes are really their original design like they said? actually theres a CPI motorcycle dealer here not just i found on the internet. the front disk, shocks and engine color are just options and accesories, the point is all the major parts like frame, tins and engine..... are same.
check this out:
http://qik.com/video/45750016
http://qik.com/video/45749640
MJH,
Take a look at the CPI bike in the video that Jers posted.
http://qik.com/video/45749640
Seems to have the wavy front disk, piggy back shocks,etc.
Jers
take a look
http://www.mychinamoto.com/forums/sh...ll=1#post36172
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the tha Misfits Landed last night at PIT Motors and Weaver Rides
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Heres some pics from today
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Heres some more pics
Crap, my wife just peaked over my shoulder and now she wants one! I might as wel just set up direct deposit with Pit, lol.
Dear Sgt,
When you wife looks over your shoulder and says, "I want a motorcycle," the correct answer is: "I'll order it right now."
The only thing better than a spouse who appreciates and supports one's love of motorcycling is a spouse who also loves to ride.
Count your blessings!
Barrow, that is some funny stuff right there
Okay boys and girls, Went down to the shop today and had a great day playing with the Misfits, even got to ride a Weaver Rides modified Misfit and let me say OHHHHHHHH DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMMMNNNNN. No pics as per Tom and Pits request of the Weaver prototype but it will be unveiled soon enough. I was just happy that he let me wrench and Ride it.Where the Heist is Bad ass and Hardcore the Misfit is Sleek and Sexy
Gardo, can you please revise your color scheme? With this black on black approach, all I can read are the words Weaver Rides and Weaver. The rest is just black.
thanks!
All fixed euphonious, sorry about that
I would go nuts customizing that bike.
/M
Sound of the Stock Misfit Running
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nvodspTmrs
If that was nice wait to you hear the Weaver Rides bike