Lotus C-01
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The Lotus C-01 is a concept motorcycle revealed in 2014. It was manufactured by Kodewa under brand license from Group Lotus.[1][2] It was designed by Daniel Simon,[3][4] using a carbon fiber monocoque body shell[5] described as "menacingly retro-futuristic",[6] and "la science-fiction rejoint la réalité" or "science fiction joined with reality".[7] A commentator called it "sort of a power cruiser" comparing it to the European exotic Ducati Diavel power cruiser.[5]
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Manufacturer | Kodewa |
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Class | Power cruiser |
Engine | 1,195 cc 75° V-twin |
Bore / stroke | 105 × 69 mm |
Power | c. 200 hp (150 kW) |
Transmission | 6-speed sequential, chain drive |
Frame type | Steel/titanium/carbon fiber |
Suspension | Front: Upside-down telescopic fork Rear: Twinshock |
Brakes | Front: 2 × 320 mm disc, 4-piston calipers Rear: 1 × 220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper |
Wheelbase | 1,645 mm |
Seat height | 710 mm |
Weight | 181 kg (399 lb) (dry) |
Fuel capacity | 10.5 L (2.3 imp gal; 2.8 US gal) |
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The engine is a 200 hp tuned version of the 75 degree v-twin Rotax motor used in the KTM RC8R superbike.[8][9]