Alien Faced Motorcycle - In the realm of motorcycles, there's a name that might not ring a bell for many bikers, yet it holds the promise of being the epitome of a dream bike. Enter Vyrus, an Italian motorcycle manufacturer that has unveiled a marvel on two wheels, a machine so sophisticated that it seems to have emerged from another dimension.
The Vyrus 988 Alyen flaunts an aggressive facade with a futuristic design, riding on a double omega magnesium frame that houses a robust 1,285 cc L-Twin engine borrowed from the Ducati Panigale. (Picture from: Ototomtif.SIndonews) |
Hailing from Coriano-Rimini, Italy, situated on the Adriatic Sea's eastern coast, Vyrus boasts over three decades of expertise in crafting cutting-edge superbikes. Back in 2009, they made waves with the Vyrus 987 C3 4V, touted as the world's most powerful bike at the time. This motorcycle was equipped with a supercharged V-twin engine from Ducati, boasting a 1,198 cc capacity and a staggering 211 hp.
The Vyrus 987 C3 4V was equipped with a supercharged V-twin engine of Ducati, boasting a 1,198 cc capacity and a staggering 211 hp, and debuted at the 2009 EICMA in Milan. (Picture from: Motoring.it) |
Fast forward in the year 2020, Vyrus is back in the spotlight, producing some of the most eye-catching and potent motorcycles in the market. Staying true to its roots, the company continues to harness the power of Ducati engines, with its latest creation being the Vyrus 988 Alyen, hailed as the company's boldest endeavor. Although the official price tag is yet to be revealed, the Alyen is expected to fetch around $220,000 or approximately Rp. 2.5 billion.
The exterior of the Vyrus Alyen 988 exudes aggression, characterized by bold lines and sharp angles seamlessly woven throughout its design. (Picture from: OtoBlitz) |
The Vyrus 988 Alyen flaunts an aggressive facade with a futuristic design, riding on a double omega magnesium frame that houses a robust 1,285 cc L-Twin engine borrowed from the Ducati Panigale. The overall exterior exudes fierceness, marked by bold lines and sharp angles that traverse the body. At first glance, the design of the Vyrus 988 Alyen evokes images of the motorcycle featured in the latest iteration of the Robocop film.
At first glance, the design of the Vyrus 988 Alyen evokes images of the motorcycle featured in the latest iteration of the Robocop film. (Picture from: OtoBlitz) |
The body panels are adorned with carbon fiber, meticulously crafted by the company's designers based in Coriano, Italy. Power is derived from the tried-and-true Ducati Panigale engine, featuring an L-Twin configuration that pumps out 205 hp at 10,500 rpm, coupled with a 6-speed gearbox equipped with a wet clutch.
The Vyrus 988 Alyen' control mechanism employs a hub-steering model and a Hydraulic Wired Steering System shock absorber configuration. (Picture from: OtoBlitz) |
Handling is a testament to Vyrus's engineering prowess, with a suspension system crafted in-house, featuring a double pushrod arrangement at both the front and rear. The control mechanism employs a hub-steering model and a Hydraulic Wired Steering System shock absorber configuration. This innovative system, previously seen on Italian motorcycles like the Bimota, enhances stability, agility in corners, and reduces weight during braking.
Vyrus takes pride not only in utilizing high-quality materials and functional designs but also in incorporating artistic elements into the 988 Alyen. (Picture from: OtoBlitz) |
The brains behind this system, Ascanio Rodorigo, Vyrus Project Leader, originally designed it for the 2004 Bimota Tesi 2D. Rodorigo, who worked under the legendary Massimo Tamburini, an iconic Italian motorcycle designer associated with Cagiva, Ducati, MV Agusta, and a co-founder of Bimota.
The Vyrus 988 Alyen' handling is a testament to Vyrus's engineering prowess, with a suspension system crafted in-house, featuring a double pushrod arrangement at both the front and rear. (Picture from: OtoBlitz) |
The exhaust system, dubbed 982 M2, is another in-house creation by Vyrus, placed just below the seat and divided into two sharp-edged parts, resembling the rear of the body. Brembo GP4 takes charge of braking, while the rear suspension follows the Push Rod Twin Pivot model. The bike rides on Bullet rims from Rotobox, made of carbon fiber and fitted with 120/70 ZR17 front tires and 200/60 ZR17 rear tires.
Vyrus takes pride not only in utilizing high-quality materials and functional designs but also in incorporating artistic elements into the Alyen. Although the production quantity remains undisclosed, the 988 Alyen with its radical, futuristic, aerospace-inspired design, crafted from top-notch materials, appears worthy of being crowned a limited-edition dream superbike, undoubtedly commanding a premium price.
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VYRUS | RIDEAPART | VISORDOWN ]
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