Carroll Shelby And Rucker Performance Create The Ultimate Performance Motorcycle
April 2007 - Cycle Source:
Shelby Automobiles, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc., (CSB1.PK) and Rucker Performance unveiled a limited production Shelby motorcycle at the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio, on February 2, 2007. This Incredible high performance American motorcycle, which rivals the power to weight ration of the famed Shelby Cobra 427 S/C, was developed in partnership between the two companies and will be built by Rucker Performance, under license by Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc. Shelby Automobiles Inc., manufactures high performance Shelby vehicles, including the new 2007 Ford Shelby GT, under the guidance of the legendary Carroll Shelby. Rucker Performance is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom American muscle production motorcycles.
"It's no secret that stuffing a powerful American motor into a lightweight chassis has been my formula for success," noted Carroll Shelby, CEO of Shelby Automobiles. "Working with Bill Rucker and his team, we've taken this same approach on the new Shelby motorcycle. My team at Shelby Automobiles has worked closely with Rucker Performance to create a motorcycle that offers the same thrill as driving my cobra."
Fellow Texan Bill Rucker is famous for building spectacular two wheeled motorcycles that are among the most exciting vehicles in the world. He is Founder and CEO of Rucker Performance, a manufacturer of high performance American muscle and chopper motorcycles.
"We built the ultimate American high performance motorcycle," said Bill Rucker, President of Rucker Performance. "From the initial design to the innovation of new parts, every aspect of this motorcycle was created with that goal in mind. It's a lightweight, fire-breathing ride that's as inspiring as the four wheeled vehicles that wear the Shelby name."
The specs of the pro-stock style bike make any enthusiast's heart beat faster. Racing-style front forks and a high performance braking system with ceramic brake rotors make it nimble, while the Pingel 1-6 electric shifting system and air ride suspension make it comfortable. To keep the bike svelte, the upper body and wheels were built of carbon fiber with Superform create the aluminum body panels.
The heart of the powerhouse is a new S&S X-Wedge 128 c.i.d. engine with closed loop VFI fuel injection that churns out an astounding 150 HP. Rucker Performance is one of only five manufacturers to have access to the powerful new engine and one of the first applications is in the new Shelby motorcycle.
Each "Shelby" motorcycle can be custom painted according to the owner's personal tastes and includes a special edition logo. In addition, a complete line of "Shelby" merchandise including apparel, accessories and limited edition collector’s items will be available. Production of the "Shelby" will include up to 25 motorcycles that will be available for purchase by the third quarter of this year. Production of a second round of bikes will begin in the fall of 2007.
For further information log onto www.ruckerperformance.com.
