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Insane Diesel Superbikes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Ian McElroy Kickboxer Redesign is Intensely Powerful

— February 26, 2011 — Autos
Designer Ian McElroy has created this insane-looking concept for the all-wheel-drive diesel bike. Created as the modified version of the Kickboxer, which had a Subaru car engine built in, this bike takes it one step further with a turbocharged diesel engine.

This concept by Ian McElroy is so well-made that it is actually ready for production. It would definitely be interesting to see this kind of all-wheel-drive bike in reality.

Implications - With prices on gas rising to an all-time high, more people are looking for alternative modes of transportation. Bikes are becoming more popular since they use up a lot less gas than a car. People are also looking for new designs that will suit their personal style and get them from point A to point B. Remixing typically male-centered products to appeal to the like of the opposite gender is a great way to create a new consumer base that previously didn't exist.
Trend Themes
1. Diesel Superbikes - The rise in gas prices makes diesel-powered superbikes a potential alternative mode of transportation.
2. All-wheel-drive Bikes - All-wheel-drive technology in motorcycles presents an opportunity for a new market of riders who need better stability in challenging terrain.
3. Bike Design Innovation - Innovation in bike design can lead to personalization, increased functionality, and greater appeal to consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Motorcycle Manufacturing - Motorcycle manufacturers should explore incorporating diesel and all-wheel-drive technology for greater innovation.
2. Alternative Transportation - The demand for alternative modes of transportation, especially those that are more fuel efficient, creates opportunities for the development of diesel-powered and all-wheel-drive bikes.
3. Gender-neutral Transportation - Expanding the market for motorcycles to appeal to those beyond their traditional male demographic can create new business opportunities and a larger customer base.
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