Cleveland Misfit in the Country (Video)

catseye · 08-04-2015, 12:20 PM

Had a chance to take my NTM Misfit from Cleveland Cycle Works out for a ride with some larger bikes in the countryside. All I had to do to keep up was keep my bike turning around 6k rpm, then I had enough power to move around at will. I am used to much larger bikes, but I really enjoy the things this bike does.
https://vimeo.com/133987196

Huck369 · 08-04-2015, 01:24 PM

I like the style of the Misfit.....nice bike

SpudRider · 08-04-2015, 02:30 PM

Thanks for the posting the nice report. It appeared to be a beautiful day for a ride.

Weldangrind · 08-10-2015, 09:20 PM

Cool! Does your misfit have the CG motor? I think those are terrific.

catseye · 08-11-2015, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Cool! Does your misfit have the CG motor? I think those are terrific.

yes, it's got the lifan cg motor. For what it is, I've been impressed. 55-60mph it feels like it's got life, and it's fairly smooth. I'm used to my kz900 @ 560lb., so I have to be careful not to twitch. I think I'll keep it and do some upgrades. I think it will benefit from them....

Weldangrind · 08-12-2015, 01:18 PM

I'd love to try a KZ900. My Dad bought one new when I was a kid, and he still talks about it.

I'd love to follow your Misfit upgrades. Please show us pics as you make changes.

catseye · 08-13-2015, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

I'd love to try a KZ900. My Dad bought one new when I was a kid, and he still talks about it.

I'd love to follow your Misfit upgrades. Please show us pics as you make changes.

This is me in 1976:

By today's standards, it's not that great (my son has a CB1000rr w 1070hp), but in it's day, there weren't many production bikes quicker. It's still cool, however, and it's got some real "grunt".....kind of like the old muscle cars...

So far, I've had to change to front axle bearings (defective), and I'm about to replace the chain (supposed to be an issue). I've got a front fairing on the way that I think will be a cool addition, and I'm going to lop off that plastic rear fender...I really like this little bike, and enjoy the light weight.

Weldangrind · 08-13-2015, 01:44 PM

I've chopped a few China rear fenders as well. I don't like how far down they hang.

I normally use an RK or a DID chain; the stockers are terrible.

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catseye Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 11	Cleveland Misfit in the Country (Video) Had a chance to take my NTM Misfit from Cleveland Cycle Works out for a ride with some larger bikes in the countryside. All I had to do to keep up was keep my bike turning around 6k rpm, then I had enough power to move around at will. I am used to much larger bikes, but I really enjoy the things this bike does. https://vimeo.com/133987196 __________________ all I remember is dirt...sky...dirt...ambulance
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Huck369 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Somerset, KY Posts: 684	I like the style of the Misfit.....nice bike __________________ Huck 2013 Honda NC700X 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2016 AJP PR4 2022 Templar X 250 2021 Sondors Metacycle AMA Life Member
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SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for the posting the nice report. It appeared to be a beautiful day for a ride. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Cool! Does your misfit have the CG motor? I think those are terrific. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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08-12-2015, 01:18 PM	#6
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I'd love to try a KZ900. My Dad bought one new when I was a kid, and he still talks about it. I'd love to follow your Misfit upgrades. Please show us pics as you make changes. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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08-13-2015, 01:44 PM	#8
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I've chopped a few China rear fenders as well. I don't like how far down they hang. I normally use an RK or a DID chain; the stockers are terrible. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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