KTM X-Bow coming to USA, will be street legal. - Page 2 - LotusTalk

mopho · 08-29-2008, 01:05 PM

Big article on the XBow

Driver's Republic - Xgames 2008

EliseAtLeast · 03-02-2009, 01:46 PM

Any update on this? Are they still coming?

Hope this is not a repost. I like his Senna helmet.
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cemaykan · 03-02-2009, 02:38 PM

nice video...

fitfan · 03-02-2009, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseAtLeast

Any update on this? Are they still coming?

i am still on their mailing list - i have not seen any announcements.

DPM · 03-02-2009, 03:44 PM

I talked with the factory rep 3 weeks ago at the bike show in Chicago. No way is it going to be imported. "Too many hurdles to jump over."

Randy Chase · 03-02-2009, 04:00 PM

Yeah... I wanted one too. I know "lotusfamily" had planned on getting two of them. But no go.

usurbrain · 03-02-2009, 04:17 PM

what happened to the Lotus at the end? Something blew up... smoke everywhere...

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseAtLeast

Any update on this? Are they still coming?

Hope this is not a repost. I like his Senna helmet.
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EliseAtLeast · 03-02-2009, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by usurbrain

what happened to the Lotus at the end? Something blew up... smoke everywhere...

According to the poster, his exhaust was broken.

"In the end the inboard C.V. joint gaiter melted because of hot exhaust gases from the broken flex section. Grease was distributed all over the engine and hot exhaust -> white smoke."

EliseAtLeast · 03-02-2009, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPM

I talked with the factory rep 3 weeks ago at the bike show in Chicago. No way is it going to be imported. "Too many hurdles to jump over."

I knew it. Too good to be true.

Patricko · 03-03-2009, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseAtLeast

According to the poster, his exhaust was broken.

"In the end the inboard C.V. joint gaiter melted because of hot exhaust gases from the broken flex section. Grease was distributed all over the engine and hot exhaust -> white smoke."

I have not even watched the video but I would bet that it has a Honda in it...

EliseAtLeast · 03-03-2009, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patricko

I have not even watched the video but I would bet that it has a Honda in it...

Nope. I believe the OP said the car is a S1 with a Rover engine.

fitfan · 03-03-2009, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPM

I talked with the factory rep 3 weeks ago at the bike show in Chicago. No way is it going to be imported. "Too many hurdles to jump over."

hate to say i told you so ...its sad really - what a cool car!!

Patricko · 03-04-2009, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseAtLeast

Nope. I believe the OP said the car is a S1 with a Rover engine.

I was thinking Honda because they are infamous for breaking the axles...

ivan1 · 08-24-2009, 03:35 PM

KTM Shuts Down X-Bow Production As Demand Stalls

By Nelson Ireson's avatar Nelson Ireson, Author, August 24th, 2009

Between the Ariel Atom, Lotus 2-Eleven, the various Caterham Lotus 7 derivatives and the KTM X-Bow, there's no shortage of excellent track-specific open-air and semi-open-wheel toys out there for those with a real need for speed. But so far, demand for the KTM X-Bow hasn't been enough to keep sales going, and KTM is shutting down production to help balance inventory.

Perhaps it's unsurprising that a niche sports car should find itself in financial difficulty during the worst recession in decades, but on the other hand, the car was never intended to be a high-volume seller - only 1,000 of the cars were planned, even though several special editions and a GT4-homologated race car are among the offerings.

Only 420 have been sold to date, and there are close to 80 unsold X-Bows sitting in dealer and factory inventory right now, meaning the production run must be stopped at its half-way point for the time being.

Those that had planned to get their track-day toy once the economy righted itself need not start cross-shopping Atoms and Caterhams, however, as KTM does plan to re-initiate productino next year, boosting output to 200 units annually to make up for the down time once people start spending again.

DeanG · 08-24-2009, 04:29 PM

If it is true that KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow the wait may be longer than anticipated.

KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow - KTM X-Bow - Jalopnik

ivan1 · 08-24-2009, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeanG

If it is true that KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow the wait may be longer than anticipated.

KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow - KTM X-Bow - Jalopnik

You just said the same thing I said but you did this...

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DeanG · 08-24-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ivan1

You just said the same thing I said but you did this...

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I think the difference is I referenced my source of info and did not pretend it was my inside info.

Take that weener winer.

ivan1 · 08-24-2009, 04:43 PM

not whining - it was meant to be humorous, so dont be an ass.

and read again I did include the author so no I wasnt PRETENDING

tvacc · 08-24-2009, 04:49 PM

The car was too expensive for what it was. Caterham has almost learned this.....and these guys are learning the hard way.

I KNOW what will sell and would love to build a car but just dont have the resources to do it.

There is a price point at which the cars become a very difficult sell...and the XBow is well above it.

While I love the Caterhams and have one...the guys that get it are Birkin and they produce a car that is in the right price range. The problem is that there is more of a market for a updated Seven type car...but not above 50K.

Randy Chase · 08-24-2009, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tvacc

While I love the Caterhams and have one...the guys that get it are Birkin and they produce a car that is in the right price range. The problem is that there is more of a market for a updated Seven type car...but not above 50K.

Yup. Like the Toniq R.

08-29-2008, 01:05 PM	#21 (permalink)
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EliseAtLeast Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Posts: 1,221	Any update on this? Are they still coming? Hope this is not a repost. I like his Senna helmet. <object width="480" height="295"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/aZKZChDHE8U&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/aZKZChDHE8U&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="295"></embed></object> __________________ '08 Honda S2000 CR (Rio Yellow Pearl) '07 Lotus Exige S (Aspen White) Touring, Traction, Starshield '04 BMW 330 ci (White)

03-02-2009, 03:44 PM	#25 (permalink)
DPM Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 702	I talked with the factory rep 3 weeks ago at the bike show in Chicago. No way is it going to be imported. "Too many hurdles to jump over." __________________ 2006 Diasio D962R Arancio Borealis SOLD: 05 Elise, Benetec Carbon Fiber full body & rear wing, FF 275 turbo kit , Ikeya sequential shifter, Ohlins coilovers, Porterfield R-4, Sector 111 RTD brace & HNT pad, Yokohama A048, Caterham seats, Simpson 5 point belts, Moroso oil pan, Sector 111 Boomerang, AutoMeter CF Oil Pres-Boost-Vac gauges. No AC, heat, airbags. 1619 pounds "wet"

03-02-2009, 04:00 PM	#26 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,175 Images: 761	Yeah... I wanted one too. I know "lotusfamily" had planned on getting two of them. But no go. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! http://www.facebook.com/randychase 1991 Toyota MR2. AutoX Beast 2006 Noble M400. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Canyon Carver. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle. On Order: Lotus Evora Next: McLaren MP4-12C

08-24-2009, 03:35 PM	#34 (permalink)
ivan1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Bedford, NY Posts: 6,279	KTM Shuts Down X-Bow Production As Demand Stalls By Nelson Ireson's avatar Nelson Ireson, Author, August 24th, 2009 Between the Ariel Atom, Lotus 2-Eleven, the various Caterham Lotus 7 derivatives and the KTM X-Bow, there's no shortage of excellent track-specific open-air and semi-open-wheel toys out there for those with a real need for speed. But so far, demand for the KTM X-Bow hasn't been enough to keep sales going, and KTM is shutting down production to help balance inventory. Perhaps it's unsurprising that a niche sports car should find itself in financial difficulty during the worst recession in decades, but on the other hand, the car was never intended to be a high-volume seller - only 1,000 of the cars were planned, even though several special editions and a GT4-homologated race car are among the offerings. Only 420 have been sold to date, and there are close to 80 unsold X-Bows sitting in dealer and factory inventory right now, meaning the production run must be stopped at its half-way point for the time being. Those that had planned to get their track-day toy once the economy righted itself need not start cross-shopping Atoms and Caterhams, however, as KTM does plan to re-initiate productino next year, boosting output to 200 units annually to make up for the down time once people start spending again. __________________ 2008 Elise SC Ardent Red - Touring, Sport, Starshield Previous car - 2005 Elise Saffron Yellow (totaled in flood- the original underwater elise)

03-02-2009, 02:38 PM	#23 (permalink)
cemaykan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 157 Images: 1	nice video...

08-24-2009, 04:29 PM	#35 (permalink)
DeanG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 724	KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow If it is true that KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow the wait may be longer than anticipated. KTM Halts Production Of X-Bow - KTM X-Bow - Jalopnik

08-24-2009, 04:43 PM	#38 (permalink)
ivan1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Bedford, NY Posts: 6,279	not whining - it was meant to be humorous, so dont be an ass. and read again I did include the author so no I wasnt PRETENDING __________________ 2008 Elise SC Ardent Red - Touring, Sport, Starshield Previous car - 2005 Elise Saffron Yellow (totaled in flood- the original underwater elise)

08-24-2009, 04:49 PM	#39 (permalink)
tvacc Head LOONY Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 2,226	The car was too expensive for what it was. Caterham has almost learned this.....and these guys are learning the hard way. I KNOW what will sell and would love to build a car but just dont have the resources to do it. There is a price point at which the cars become a very difficult sell...and the XBow is well above it. While I love the Caterhams and have one...the guys that get it are Birkin and they produce a car that is in the right price range. The problem is that there is more of a market for a updated Seven type car...but not above 50K. __________________ Tony Vaccaro 2005 Ardent Red, Katana Supercharger, Touring, Hardtop, Driving Lights, HIDs, Rear Window Shield, Red Mounts, Laser Shifters, V1, LETSLA Shifter, www.lotusowners.com LOONY (Lotus Owners of New York) and the Church of the HolyLotus Supplier of Polycarbonate Shield for Rear Window IN STOCK , Drive Fast Take Chances

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