Long an admirer, I'd been wondering when Janus would start punching up into that more "generally usable" mid-range segment that could get onto a modern highway from time to time without too much drama. That's a real pretty motorcycle, but also a real motorcycle at last. Congrats!
Why would JMC do that? Other bike makers do that well and better than Janus MC. Much like ROKR bikes, these bikes fit a niche sub culture of the bike community.
Why would JMC do that? Why not. Alot of people like the style, and being able to cruise on extended rides might help with their decision . I didn't get mine to fit in a niche or sub- culture, i just love to ride. Is there a 450 Phoenix in the works ?.....hint😎
The Halcyom was already one of the best looking bikes in existence; you guys have now made it more usable. I look forward to ordering one in the next couple years. Fantastic job
I just discovered your bike from an advertisement online. My dad has been a long time Harley rider and have always tried to get me behind the bars, but I could never afford a Harley. This bike is EXACTLY what love in a motorcycle! I will definitely be an owner hopefully soon! The best part is I only live 3 hours from your HQ!
Fantastic looking bike. I dream of rolling down the back country roads on an old school looking machine. And I often do roll down those roads on a 2001 Yamaha road star 1600 for 9k less. Can't imagine the hurdles Janus has to jump through to put this bike on the road. I truly hope a Janus motorcycle is in my future.
I am thinking I'd like to put my Dauntles Side Car on it and just putt around when I head into town on it. But, I can see me filling up the side car with camping equipment and heading for the Mountains. Thinking of getting one after I sell off my Ducati before it kills me.......
Thanks guys. Now I have to rearrange my budget because I have to have it! Please reach out to Jay. I think he would love to see you guys again and review the 450.
Shineray is an excellent engine manufacturer! I actually did a Shineray 250cc engine swap on my 1972 Honda CB100. It's basically a 250cc OHC Honda clone.. I believe you guys use the 250cc OHV "pushrod" Honda clone on your smaller bikes. I've admired your bikes for quite a while! The design is beautiful and timeless. I hope to own one soon. The 450cc is one SEXY machine! Great job!! 👍
The Halcyon 450 is a beautiful looking, lightweight no nonsense bike. I previously owned a Honda XR250 that was bored and stroked to a 300 and loved the torque and reliability of the motor. Best offroad bike I ever owned and wish I still had it.
I agree completely. I've always wanted a bike from the 30s but also knew it would be a little complicated and unreliable to drive regularly ( hand shifting monitoring the oil process etc etc ) and was seriously considering the 250. However, I was seriously concerned how the 250 would perform with my 200 lb body weight and climbing and breaking in the steep hills of the Ozarks. Now with a 450 I am all in. Just got to start budgeting for it now. I just wish all of their bikes would have an option to not have a glossy black engine. I would love it to Patina and look even more old school.
I love it! I'm so happy to see old school vintage styles coming back. Right on Janus Motorcycles. Beautiful work. Slip a Harley 883 engine on one and let's talk. KEEP the solo seat style.
I’m glad you made a 450 instead of the 250. It’s just the prices I have problems with. You guys are making a beautiful bike here in the USA though, I wish you could offer the 250 at a much more competitive price, though I do understand it is more expensive to make a motorcycle here domestically. I really wish you guys well and hope you guys are still in business for another few decades and become more known to potential buyers here. I have 10yrs experience riding though havnt had a bike in a while and wanted to get a bike around 500cc to commute as a daily rider that was a nice bike. Well I can always hope. Wishing you guys the best of luck and my compliments on creating such a iconic looking and reliable motorcycle
It’s interesting to note you spent years claiming you were not going to build anything bigger than the 250 yet here we are with the bike many of us wanted. Great build and now you will capture all of us who wanted the bigger bike.
Wow! I’m a fan of all type of bikes but mainly a Harley guy but this bike is a pure beauty and a time Capsule! Great job! Looking forward to seeing this bike in person someday.
Sorry but the 2 gal tank sort of spoils it for me. Too small both aesthetically and practically speaking, unless of course its fuel economy is around 100 mpg.
I thnik a 3 gal would probably sort it with out changing the lines too much. Give you a true 150 per fillup. As much as the 250 cost the 450 might be sticker shock for cheap skates like me.
Just stumbled onto this video two years later. That said this Janus is amazing, miles better than their 250cc predecessor. Excellent upgrades and the bike is beautifuler than ever👏
congratulations on coming up with such a different and good looking machine. Its such a shame they are not for sale in the UK, I'm sure there would be a market for them
You said aa and um so much probably because you were nervous being that close to this beautiful piece of art. I really like the looks of this! Thanks for posting.
Gorgeous, smart: not too big, not to small. (Just the size of Montreal!) I just bought a new RE 650 twin, which is also fabulous, sturdy, reliable, blah blah blah...but your bike is probably 60 pounds lighter still. Lighter is better. If I live long enough, I’m going to have one. Congratulations! Great work!
Slick! Thanks for the overview. Great to see what changes you made... Many of the low points in reviews of the 250 I've seen mention under powered engine, confidence lacking breaks, etc. And this 450 looks like it resolves all those
I used to ride a Yamaha TT500 four stroke single thumper. The low end torque was awesome. A twist of the throttle would launch you out of a ditch with no effort. Mine would do it riding double. I love the simplistic design and function of the big singles. This new bike should be a success.
@@yamahog7997 I'm aware. That's how I discovered Janus, and I imagine a lot of others too. The 450 on Jay's garage would bring in even more people. Alternatively, I have a wopping 70 something subscribers, and would be happy to ""review"" it :-)
I think you have some of the best fenders for the 450 and in the motorcycle industry today. The solo saddle also lends to some good seating while riding.
Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that this little company could meet Euro 5 compliance…. They’d have to add ABS and traction control. Also I believe, ISO certification. European regulators not terribly friendly to small manufacturers.
I love the bike it fills up most of the issues of the 250 but now the only issue is the price if you could tone that down to 10k I'd by it in a heart beat
I love the look, and I like a lot of what you’re doing, but a 2 gallon tank is bordering on a deal killer here in the western US. You’d better be offering an auxiliary tank with it.
I have all along said if you make it a true highway bike I will buy one. Well....I'm a man of my word. I'm gonna sell my current bike and make some room by selling some other toys. I love it!! It is everything I wanted. Bonus a rear suspension. I'll be visiting you guys soon to get a real and closer look. I'm really impressed and love your company. I will be a customer!! 😎😎
Nicely done, exciting, congratulations! Very glad to see that Janus is ramping up to build something more suitable for the western (USA) open road. Maybe... the “Gryffin” scrambler will be next?
I’ve liked the look of your bikes for a long time but couldn’t come to grips with a 250 engine. This 450 would be a step up in power but it has a disappointing 2 gallon tank.
How long do you expect to spend on a bike like this. I doubt anyone could spend a tanksworth of time. Bigger seat.....ok bigger tank. This will not be a guzzler as an EPA compliant single.
@@autonomousindividual7780 when I hear 2 gallons I was wondering what the range would be. I do agree I'd probably not be making long road trips but who knows because it has rear suspension, a good seat, 90+ miles per hour capability. It might turn out that I'd spend a full day on it. It's not uncommon for me to be in the saddle for 8 to 10 hours on a Saturday in the summer. I'll leave the house at dawn and return when it's dark. If this bike is comfortable and capable I could see me doing that with it as it is a very beautiful bike and probably fun to ride. If it gets 60 or so miles to the gallon that 120 miles max. Fill up every 100 miles that's not to bad.
@@benjamintemple3607 I just saw your comment. Just because something can run 90 Mi an hour supposedly does it mean it can do that all day especially in the summer. I've seen your videos where major damage is happens with hot motors from the fuel injection and lean mixtures resulted in engines cooking themselves. And then they tell people owe the magazine said I could go 80 miles an hour it did until it spun a bearing in the crankcase. My BSA 250 can supposedly reach 90 Mi an hour. But I don't think the motor would last long at that speed, that would be pushing it. For the money they are charging I think they should have a bigger prettier engine that won't explode if you take it on the highway for a couple hours.
In times when Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is around 7K, Halcyon seems more of a fancy boutique product.. .But gorgeous product nonetheless.. Congratulations Halycon !!
Nice looking bike. Hmmm..hoping that this may be a prelude to a larger Gryffin. A couple of questions for ya...Will this version offer the pillion and cargo bag options? My only concern is brought to light by the recent FortNine video regarding Chinese and Italian motor oil tests. Can you address?
It needs a sidecar as an optional accessory. It has the look of bike's that were fitted with sidecars and lucky you it has 18" tires front and back so it can have a 18" sidecar wheel too. All three tire's can be the same size. For that really classic look a spare tire mounted on the sidecar would be a functional accessory too. It would also appeal to older rider's that don't really want a trike but need the stability a sidecar offers. Last but not least is just how much fun a sidecar motorcycle is. I have and ride a Dnepr MT-11 sidecar motorcycle and love it. It's the most fun motorcycle I've ever owned. The Dnepr is the military version of Ural motorcycles. Speaking of Ural, they sell sidecar motorcycles here in the USA and are very popular despite bad press resulting from the old Soviet Union day's.
It is a RETRO BEAUTY. LOVE THE LOOKS. REMINDS ME OF WHAT MOTORCYCLES LOOKED LIKE BACK IN THE 50s. The New Frame and ENGINE COMBO LOOKS GREAT. WHEN ARE U GOING TO SHOW A ROAD TEST. I THINK MR J. LENO MIGHT BE INTERESTED. HOPE IT WORKS OUT FOR JANUS MOTOR COMPANY. NOW IF YOU COULD KEEP IT UNDER 10 Gs.? Mine would be SHINEY OLIVE GREEN with RED PIN STRIPES. Have a nice day.
Awesome! very cool! The only thing I would like to see on the 250 as well as the 450 that to my knowledge you have never done. I would like to see the motors without that glossy black. I would personally like to have it patina just like in the 30s. To give it that truly old school look. I think the glossy black makes it stand out like a sore thumb. I think if it was left natural and slowly patina. It would truly have people scratching their heads and wondering if it was an old bike or not. I don't no but I would think that the manufacturer of the motor could deliver that option because it would be one less step in the process and possibly make it even cheaper.
Do you have a price yet? Can it accomodate accessories already available for the 250s? What is the range of the 450 bike vs the 250? Top speed? And can you buy it in the colors that are currently available for your other bikes? Awesome job for bringing a bike into your lineup that is more freeway capable. Looks beautiful. You should think about a WWII set of mods. Thanks
The 500 is no longer imported. It has a bigger engine but less horsepower. The brakes are iffy. I have a 500 Classic. I love it. The vibration makes it impossible to ride for more than an hour on the freeway... so I use it for short rides only. It has proven to be a fun ride and I love the retro look. The Janus looks like a serious upgrade in quality. This engine is counter balanced. I have ordered a 450, I probably won't see it until next summer.
Smallish fuel tank. MPG? Offer some type of auxiliary tank/ rotopack similar to the Himalayan? Did you mention how many gears? Will you create a scrambler version? You didn't start it up!!!! We must hear it! YES, you MUST offer a unit to Jay Leno to demonstrate! Warranty? Thanks for your consideration.
The bike is beautiful. The motor looks a bit like the new Royal Enfield 650 cc parallel twins (hint, hint...) which would be nice. One would hope that the oil lines would be secured with something better than hose clamps; I have them on my old BSA A65, and they're always coming loose and leaking, a victim of vibration no doubt. Any idea on price yet?
This bike needs a larger fuel tank. Period. 2.5 gallons is simply not enough now that it has suspension on both ends and the extra torque and power. One can travel with this thing only to be stymied by limited range.
I have a question? I'm not much of a fan of the cylinder heads with billets or polished cooling channels like these on this 450cc engine.... is that a custom option? I'm very Entertained by the looks and designs of this motorcycle! If I may be intrusive, the wheel "nut" to mount on forks would look better with a Stainless Acorn nut instead.... just my thoughts!
would be very interested... 2 questions 1, what will the base cost be? 2, will you be doing a springer version, thats the one I would be most interested in.... thank you for your time
Do you think you guys will ever utilize the 650cc version of this engine? I can see you guys building a kickass retro bike like a 60’s triumph or Yamaha xs650.
Mmmm I like it, but as your using the Honda XL engines, does this mean that in a few years you'll add a 600cc or 650cc bike to the line up for us bigger guys?
No doubt it is a beautiful bike but in a longevity wear & tier where can we take the bike to get it fix back to specs ? Can a regular motorcycle shop would be able to fix the bike ?
Long an admirer, I'd been wondering when Janus would start punching up into that more "generally usable" mid-range segment that could get onto a modern highway from time to time without too much drama. That's a real pretty motorcycle, but also a real motorcycle at last. Congrats!
Why would JMC do that? Other bike makers do that well and better than Janus MC. Much like ROKR bikes, these bikes fit a niche sub culture of the bike community.
Why would JMC do that? Why not. Alot of people like the style, and being able to cruise on extended rides might help with their decision . I didn't get mine to fit in a niche or sub- culture, i just love to ride. Is there a 450 Phoenix in the works ?.....hint😎
The Halcyom was already one of the best looking bikes in existence; you guys have now made it more usable. I look forward to ordering one in the next couple years. Fantastic job
Love the bikes 😁 hoping to buy one into Europe one day
I just discovered your bike from an advertisement online. My dad has been a long time Harley rider and have always tried to get me behind the bars, but I could never afford a Harley. This bike is EXACTLY what love in a motorcycle! I will definitely be an owner hopefully soon! The best part is I only live 3 hours from your HQ!
Awesome! Come say hi and check out the bikes in person sometime!
Fantastic looking bike. I dream of rolling down the back country roads on an old school looking machine. And I often do roll down those roads on a 2001 Yamaha road star 1600 for 9k less. Can't imagine the hurdles Janus has to jump through to put this bike on the road. I truly hope a Janus motorcycle is in my future.
You guy's just got a future owners right here! It's beautiful.
Build a side car for it while your at it
I am thinking I'd like to put my Dauntles Side Car on it and just putt around when I head into town on it. But, I can see me filling up the side car with camping equipment and heading for the Mountains. Thinking of getting one after I sell off my Ducati before it kills me.......
Thanks guys. Now I have to rearrange my budget because I have to have it! Please reach out to Jay. I think he would love to see you guys again and review the 450.
Jay was such a condescending d*ck when he test drove the 250. I hope he stays away from Janus
Shineray is an excellent engine manufacturer!
I actually did a Shineray 250cc engine swap on my 1972 Honda CB100. It's basically a 250cc OHC Honda clone..
I believe you guys use the 250cc OHV "pushrod" Honda clone on your smaller bikes. I've admired your bikes for quite a while! The design is beautiful and timeless. I hope to own one soon.
The 450cc is one SEXY machine! Great job!! 👍
The Halcyon 450 is a beautiful looking, lightweight no nonsense bike. I previously owned a Honda XR250 that was bored and stroked to a 300 and loved the torque and reliability of the motor. Best offroad bike I ever owned and wish I still had it.
This is the motorcycle I've been waiting for all my life. Picking one up soon as I'm able.
I agree completely. I've always wanted a bike from the 30s but also knew it would be a little complicated and unreliable to drive regularly ( hand shifting monitoring the oil process etc etc ) and was seriously considering the 250. However, I was seriously concerned how the 250 would perform with my 200 lb body weight and climbing and breaking in the steep hills of the Ozarks.
Now with a 450 I am all in. Just got to start budgeting for it now.
I just wish all of their bikes would have an option to not have a glossy black engine. I would love it to Patina and look even more old school.
I love it! I'm so happy to see old school vintage styles coming back. Right on Janus Motorcycles. Beautiful work. Slip a Harley 883 engine on one and let's talk. KEEP the solo seat style.
Right , it looks more like the vintage pre WW2 bike's!
I’m glad you made a 450 instead of the 250. It’s just the prices I have problems with. You guys are making a beautiful bike here in the USA though, I wish you could offer the 250 at a much more competitive price, though I do understand it is more expensive to make a motorcycle here domestically. I really wish you guys well and hope you guys are still in business for another few decades and become more known to potential buyers here. I have 10yrs experience riding though havnt had a bike in a while and wanted to get a bike around 500cc to commute as a daily rider that was a nice bike. Well I can always hope. Wishing you guys the best of luck and my compliments on creating such a iconic looking and reliable motorcycle
It’s interesting to note you spent years claiming you were not going to build anything bigger than the 250 yet here we are with the bike many of us wanted. Great build and now you will capture all of us who wanted the bigger bike.
Wow! I’m a fan of all type of bikes but mainly a Harley guy but this bike is a pure beauty and a time Capsule! Great job! Looking forward to seeing this bike in person someday.
Saving up for a 250, now I gotta save more and wait a little longer for this beauty.
Great looking bike. Love that you guys are always focusing on reliability while still making something that has a lot of character.
I love it. Great upgrade. Would like to see a 4 gallon tank.
Sorry but the 2 gal tank sort of spoils it for me. Too small both aesthetically and practically speaking, unless of course its fuel economy is around 100 mpg.
I thnik a 3 gal would probably sort it with out changing the lines too much. Give you a true 150 per fillup. As much as the 250 cost the 450 might be sticker shock for cheap skates like me.
Wouldn't look right. Its hero is a board tracker.
Just stumbled onto this video two years later. That said this Janus is amazing, miles better than their 250cc predecessor. Excellent upgrades and the bike is beautifuler than ever👏
Thank you!
congratulations on coming up with such a different and good looking machine. Its such a shame they are not for sale in the UK, I'm sure there would be a market for them
tbh i feel like you guys would be even more into it than us americans lol
You said aa and um so much probably because you were nervous being that close to this beautiful piece of art. I really like the looks of this! Thanks for posting.
Yes please! Damn, that’s one fine looking bike.
Yes! Good call! People have been asking for this for a long time. Glad to see you all making moves towards larger displacement bikes.
Gorgeous, smart: not too big, not to small. (Just the size of Montreal!) I just bought a new RE 650 twin, which is also fabulous, sturdy, reliable, blah blah blah...but your bike is probably 60 pounds lighter still. Lighter is better. If I live long enough, I’m going to have one. Congratulations! Great work!
Slick! Thanks for the overview. Great to see what changes you made... Many of the low points in reviews of the 250 I've seen mention under powered engine, confidence lacking breaks, etc. And this 450 looks like it resolves all those
Love the look! Janus is right out of a 1940s comic strip.
Saw a commercial of this Company an instantly fell in love. I hope to one day afford this bike
I used to ride a Yamaha TT500 four stroke single thumper. The low end torque was awesome. A twist of the throttle would launch you out of a ditch with no effort. Mine would do it riding double. I love the simplistic design and function of the big singles. This new bike should be a success.
You've got yourself a future customer for sure.
Richard… love it. You and your partner have a great story and you do a fabulous job as spokesman as well as chief designer.
Cheers
These things are so gnarly. You've got to get one over to Jay Leno
He did a review of the 250.
@@yamahog7997 I'm aware. That's how I discovered Janus, and I imagine a lot of others too. The 450 on Jay's garage would bring in even more people. Alternatively, I have a wopping 70 something subscribers, and would be happy to ""review"" it :-)
Now that’s a proper motorbike. I would love one of these.
I think you have some of the best fenders for the 450 and in the motorcycle industry today. The solo saddle also lends to some good seating while riding.
Thank you! We're pretty proud of our fenders as well. And Sargent did an incredible job with the saddle.
wow!!! outstanding motorcycle! i wish you had representation here in Portugal!!! Love janus motorcycles , this model needs a sidecar version!!!!
I agree! I had a Royal Enfield 500 classic with a sidecar.. it was a blast. This Janus has more horsepower than the RE... I'm sure it could handle it.
@@stevemiller7433coincidentally i had a bullet 350 with side car :) recently i had an ural 650 from the 90's, love side cars! cheers from Portugal
Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that this little company could meet Euro 5 compliance…. They’d have to add ABS and traction control. Also I believe, ISO certification. European regulators not terribly friendly to small manufacturers.
Chinese engine in an American bike, couldn't justify paying for it. Still, I wish them luck.
I love the bike it fills up most of the issues of the 250 but now the only issue is the price if you could tone that down to 10k I'd by it in a heart beat
I've ordered one... it was a nailbiter.
I love the look, and I like a lot of what you’re doing, but a 2 gallon tank is bordering on a deal killer here in the western US. You’d better be offering an auxiliary tank with it.
That is the prettiest bike I have ever seen. Reminds me of a Harley WLA. BEAUTIFUL! I would love to have one!
Yes!!! So glad you did a 450
I have all along said if you make it a true highway bike I will buy one. Well....I'm a man of my word. I'm gonna sell my current bike and make some room by selling some other toys. I love it!! It is everything I wanted. Bonus a rear suspension. I'll be visiting you guys soon to get a real and closer look. I'm really impressed and love your company. I will be a customer!! 😎😎
Nicely done, exciting, congratulations! Very glad to see that Janus is ramping up to build something more suitable for the western (USA) open road. Maybe... the “Gryffin” scrambler will be next?
We’re hoping to add the Gryffin and Phoenix 450s as soon as we can!
My man?!? You just earn a sub!!! Siiiiik Bick!!!!!!!. My man,,,, shoottinng straight and swinging from south Texas!!!!! Beautiful bike 😍
That bike fitted with the Royal Enfield 650cc engine would be a perfect cruiser.
You could make a drinking game out of this video. Every time he says "AH" you drink.
I’ve liked the look of your bikes for a long time but couldn’t come to grips with a 250 engine. This 450 would be a step up in power but it has a disappointing 2 gallon tank.
How long do you expect to spend on a bike like this. I doubt anyone could spend a tanksworth of time. Bigger seat.....ok bigger tank. This will not be a guzzler as an EPA compliant single.
@@autonomousindividual7780 when I hear 2 gallons I was wondering what the range would be. I do agree I'd probably not be making long road trips but who knows because it has rear suspension, a good seat, 90+ miles per hour capability. It might turn out that I'd spend a full day on it. It's not uncommon for me to be in the saddle for 8 to 10 hours on a Saturday in the summer. I'll leave the house at dawn and return when it's dark. If this bike is comfortable and capable I could see me doing that with it as it is a very beautiful bike and probably fun to ride. If it gets 60 or so miles to the gallon that 120 miles max. Fill up every 100 miles that's not to bad.
@@benjamintemple3607 I just saw your comment. Just because something can run 90 Mi an hour supposedly does it mean it can do that all day especially in the summer. I've seen your videos where major damage is happens with hot motors from the fuel injection and lean mixtures resulted in engines cooking themselves. And then they tell people owe the magazine said I could go 80 miles an hour it did until it spun a bearing in the crankcase. My BSA 250 can supposedly reach 90 Mi an hour. But I don't think the motor would last long at that speed, that would be pushing it. For the money they are charging I think they should have a bigger prettier engine that won't explode if you take it on the highway for a couple hours.
A fantastic looking bike. 1920-30 style without having to be a mechanic. And low weight makes it easy to handle for a small person.
I love the design and the vintage look .
These look like they're more in the style of the old school Indian motorcycle's , I really like that. Very unique!
Great job Team Janus... evolution of your brand. 👍
Think Janus has another "Hit" on their hands 👍😎
I hope so but at a starting price of US $13,500 it will be a stretch.
@@mayakovski but it is a Custom build no? If so, $13,500 might work for them.
Hand built machines always command a premium price over mass produced machines. If the motor is built to Honda standards, it'll be a winner.
@@tmaddrummer the same idea as to what makes a Harley or Indian worth $30k, I suppose.
@@dionmoore879 Janus is about as close as we can get to a "Custom" bike and way less than the assembly line big bike corporations........
Awesome job on the build 👍 I'd get one of these before any of the current crop of new bikes.
Thanks! Can't wait to build you one :)
You have done it you have made my dream bike! Will you sell it in Europe?
In times when Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is around 7K, Halcyon seems more of a fancy boutique product.. .But gorgeous product nonetheless.. Congratulations Halycon !!
Nice looking bike. Hmmm..hoping that this may be a prelude to a larger Gryffin. A couple of questions for ya...Will this version offer the pillion and cargo bag options? My only concern is brought to light by the recent FortNine video regarding Chinese and Italian motor oil tests. Can you address?
I am interested in this bike with one of your period correct looking sidecars. Any plans to offer this with a sidecar?
Beautiful machines that are properly engineered. Glad to hear Burn Up Company will be offering your products in Florida.
Thank you!
needs the rear rack and passenger pillion. Looking forward to seeing a test
Great bike and so glad to see a 450cc but a 2 gal. tank.....kinda small. Or was it to keep the lines of the bike true?
I imagine it's for the look. If it gets 55 mpg, you've got over 100 miles range. Maybe it even does better than that.
2:23 Surely the old Husqvarna plant is in Huskvarna, Sweden where they were made for 90 years.
We need to hear it!!!!!!
It needs a sidecar as an optional accessory. It has the look of bike's that were fitted with sidecars and lucky you it has 18" tires front and back so it can have a 18" sidecar wheel too. All three tire's can be the same size. For that really classic look a spare tire mounted on the sidecar would be a functional accessory too. It would also appeal to older rider's that don't really want a trike but need the stability a sidecar offers. Last but not least is just how much fun a sidecar motorcycle is. I have and ride a Dnepr MT-11 sidecar motorcycle and love it. It's the most fun motorcycle I've ever owned. The Dnepr is the military version of Ural motorcycles. Speaking of Ural, they sell sidecar motorcycles here in the USA and are very popular despite bad press resulting from the old Soviet Union day's.
I really love the look and concept. It would be the perfect second bike. Can't wait for the release
Beautiful bike. In time, I WILL have one. Can I get it in Olive Drab?
What a great combination of elements. It really looks the part.
WOW! Looks GREAT! Would love to ride this :)
I am SO gonna buy this bike!!!!!! I am IN LOVE!!!!!!! This is such beauty, such perfection!!!!!!
Thank you! Can't wait to build one for you!
Cant wait to see someone to try and mount a XR650L motor in this.
Smokin!!! Wish you guys the best.
It is a RETRO BEAUTY. LOVE THE LOOKS.
REMINDS ME OF
WHAT MOTORCYCLES
LOOKED LIKE
BACK IN THE 50s.
The New Frame and ENGINE COMBO LOOKS GREAT. WHEN ARE U GOING TO
SHOW A ROAD TEST. I THINK MR
J. LENO MIGHT
BE INTERESTED.
HOPE IT WORKS OUT FOR JANUS
MOTOR COMPANY.
NOW IF YOU COULD KEEP IT
UNDER 10 Gs.?
Mine would be
SHINEY OLIVE GREEN with RED
PIN STRIPES.
Have a nice day.
Awesome! very cool!
The only thing I would like to see on the 250 as well as the 450 that to my knowledge you have never done.
I would like to see the motors without that glossy black.
I would personally like to have it patina just like in the 30s.
To give it that truly old school look.
I think the glossy black makes it stand out like a sore thumb.
I think if it was left natural and slowly patina. It would truly have people scratching their heads and wondering if it was an old bike or not.
I don't no but I would think that the manufacturer of the motor could deliver that option because it would be one less step in the process and possibly make it even cheaper.
@@keithschneidly3922 I'm not sure the point you're trying to make. It has nothing whatsoever to do with what I mentioned above.
Do you have a price yet? Can it accomodate accessories already available for the 250s? What is the range of the 450 bike vs the 250? Top speed? And can you buy it in the colors that are currently available for your other bikes? Awesome job for bringing a bike into your lineup that is more freeway capable. Looks beautiful. You should think about a WWII set of mods. Thanks
Freeway use??? That would be a sacrilege to ride the Janus on the interstates. It belongs on the highways and byways but no interstates.
I'd totally rock this in OD green and a leather rifle scabbard!
Finally! I highway capable Janus! I’m love 😍
EFI killed it for me. Carburetors forever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
An absolutly spectacular retro beauty
...that costs twice as much as an Enfield
...with a smaller engine
The 500 is no longer imported. It has a bigger engine but less horsepower. The brakes are iffy. I have a 500 Classic. I love it. The vibration makes it impossible to ride for more than an hour on the freeway... so I use it for short rides only. It has proven to be a fun ride and I love the retro look. The Janus looks like a serious upgrade in quality. This engine is counter balanced. I have ordered a 450, I probably won't see it until next summer.
That front suspension, added power, braking improvement is just screaming for a sidecar. Ural is probably your only competition in the price range.
Lots of great upgrades from the 250 on this bike.
I would be very interested in your next bike, l primarily like twin cylinder designs. Love your products.
Do I need this, NO!. Do I want it YES! I've been seeking one of the Janus early versions for a couple of years for my collection of 2T bikes.
If you guys get this in the 8-9k range price wise with a few options you'll have your hands full.
Smallish fuel tank. MPG?
Offer some type of auxiliary tank/ rotopack similar to the Himalayan?
Did you mention how many gears?
Will you create a scrambler version?
You didn't start it up!!!! We must hear it!
YES, you MUST offer a unit to Jay Leno to demonstrate!
Warranty?
Thanks for your consideration.
Well done guys!
She's a looker!
The bike is beautiful. The motor looks a bit like the new Royal Enfield 650 cc parallel twins (hint, hint...) which would be nice. One would hope that the oil lines would be secured with something better than hose clamps; I have them on my old BSA A65, and they're always coming loose and leaking, a victim of vibration no doubt. Any idea on price yet?
$13,500 on their website
This bike needs a larger fuel tank. Period. 2.5 gallons is simply not enough now that it has suspension on both ends and the extra torque and power. One can travel with this thing only to be stymied by limited range.
Exactly, more capability with such minimized range.
Well I'm interested..
Was saving to buy a Honda Rebel 500
This looks like my choice now if pricing is similar
Awesome! When is Janus coming to Canada?
Love the look and concept but are they road legal in Europe ?
I have a question? I'm not much of a fan of the cylinder heads with billets or polished cooling channels like these on this 450cc engine.... is that a custom option? I'm very Entertained by the looks and designs of this motorcycle! If I may be intrusive, the wheel "nut" to mount on forks would look better with a Stainless Acorn nut instead.... just my thoughts!
would be very interested... 2 questions
1, what will the base cost be?
2, will you be doing a springer version, thats the one I would be most interested in.... thank you for your time
Wow that looks amazing 👏 😍
Do you think you guys will ever utilize the 650cc version of this engine? I can see you guys building a kickass retro bike like a 60’s triumph or Yamaha xs650.
Loved my xs 650,if they did a retro 650 cruiser, sign me up. It would be sitting next to my halcyon 250.😎
Why not use the xr650 motor?
So is this the copy of the 450cc single that Honda used to make?
Is there a 2 up version? I really want to take a passenger for rides up the coast.
Mmmm I like it, but as your using the Honda XL engines, does this mean that in a few years you'll add a 600cc or 650cc bike to the line up for us bigger guys?
No doubt it is a beautiful bike but in a longevity wear & tier where can we take the bike to get it fix back to specs ? Can a regular motorcycle shop would be able to fix the bike ?
At moderate speeds, what is the mileage and range with this bike ?
How about dual disc brakes on the front end?
Ordered mine today. Can't wait :-)
Awesome, we can't wait to make it!
Will they ever be available in Canada
I like the idea. But I'd really need to ride one.
Nice looking bike to put it lightly.