Does anyone know who makes the motors for Ridley cycles? A HD dealership near me distributes them and, at least from the video, they seem to have a nice sound. I'm wondering if HD is building a relationship with them as a supplier of their V twin motors.

 

If I am not mistaken, Clayton Ridley uses his own 750cc Carbed V Twin which is a 90 degree motor, at least thats what is in their Old School model.

 

I believe they make their own motors and they do sound awesome. Check out their website it should tell you all you need to know.

 

I too thought they built there own stuff. When I lived in SoCal one of the guys wives had one and she never fell behind. Dang things an automatic on like a variable belt.

 

I did some research on them a couple of years ago..They're pretty nice, well built, automatic transmission bikes..The ladies love 'em. ps. they ain't cheap either.

 

I've seen a guy at work that rides the chopper:
http://www.ridleymotorcycle.com/0eight/Ridley_8H.htm

The small engine looks pretty dinky, sounds great though. It better for $22,000 ...

 

Man, $22,000? I could buy a new Roadglide for that......

 

They probably are a good idea for those that just can't manage the shifting. And because of their low center of gravity they're probably easier to make slow turns with. I would not call them just buy-and-go however, there is more to safe riding than just working the clutch. They are nice looking though.

 

i rode one of those ridley,s what a turd. big bike with a lawn mower engine. i think Briggs & Stratton make the engine.

 

I really don't see the point myself. For somebody disabled that physically can't shift is the only reason I can think of. I get a real chuckle every time I see somebody able-bodied on one.