ARCH Motorcycle launches new 1s model | Rate first look

news7g10/14/2022

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After considerable prediction, ARCH MotorcycleLos Angeles-based bespoke motorcycle manufacturing company co-founded by design director Gard Hollinger and actor Keanu Reeves, today announced the official launch of its new ARCH 1s model.

In a press release detailing the 1s, an ARCH representative said the bike “represents an evolution that has defined industry categories in the motoring world, incorporating the ARCH’s one-of-a-kind performance cruiser with aggressive riding poses to create a Sport Cruiser. “

The ARCH 1 is the second product from ARCH after the popular KRGT1 model and it is the company’s first produced single-sided swingarm motorcycle.

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The 1 also introduces a new mid-range control system for a more powerful driving position and handling, and is powered by an ARCH/S&S V-twin 124ci (2,032cc) reduced-pressure fuel-injected engine that generates 2,032cc The engine is complemented by an ARCH designed exhaust system and a carbon fiber fuel cell with integrated intake and air filtration systems. In fact, according to the ARCH Motorcycle website, Carbon fiber was widely used throughout 1 year, providing a lighter, more agile riding experience on a 563-pound dry bike.

“We are delighted to officially introduce the new ARCH 1. With the help of our entire team and many amazing partners, we believe we have created something truly special for riders to experience and be proud to finally see. saw it on the road,” Hollinger said in the press release. “The 1 beautifully combines American cruiser-inspired luxury and race-inspired performance – a concept we worked on to design, build, test, refine. and offer since the original disclosure. I am proud and honored that we have this opportunity to share the new 1s model with the world. “

ARCH co-founder Keanu Reeves said the company celebrated its 10th anniversary last year, “but it feels like just yesterday I pitched the idea of starting a motorcycle company with Gard. “.

“It is unbelievable how far we have come in such a short amount of time – from the great reception of the KRGT-1 to the new 1s as our second model,” said Reeves. said more. “And that is a real testament to our talented design and build team and their ability to produce something that meets ARCH’s ambitions of what a motorcycle company can be. delivers in terms of architecture, style, luxury and overall experience.”

The ARCH experience includes a bespoke, handcrafted approach to their motorcycle lineup. All owners are met in person to ensure the design and ergonomics of their bike are properly tuned. Pre-orders for the new ARCH 1 are now available to riders nationwide for $128,000/copy. For inquiries, please visit ARCH Motorcycle contact page. More information about the new ARCH 1s and ARCH Motorcycle’s own production line of motorcycles is available at ARCH Motorcycle website.