August 10, 2009 – Kennesaw, GA – While it’s true that every Sachs motorcycle and scooter is innovative by definition, it’s also true that in the history of Sachs Bikes this may be the most unique design ever released by the historic German company. The Sachs MadAss 125 is an urban light-weight motorcycle designed to rock the perception of what a motorcycle should look like and ride like.The MadAss has an exclusive Sachs engineered frame design that is the whole key to how the bike handles so well. The banana swing arm, the rear mono shock, and main frame all run parallel to each other. This allows jolts from the rear wheel to be sent forward into the front suspension, and not up into the rider. Fuel is carried in the frame, and together you get an incredibly light and nimble machine weighing just 209 lbs. Other design features include twin 55 watt headlights, dual disc brakes, low profile tubeless tires on 16″ alloy rims, and 43 mm front forks.
The MadAss is being sold in the U.S. exclusively by Peirspeed Powersports Dealers. Bill Peirce, President of Peirspeed said, “The first shipment of 2010 Sachs MadAss 125’s are now available on dealer showrooms. We’re excited that the demand for the MadAss 125 has remained high ever since dealers started taking pre-orders a year ago. And despite tough economic times, dealers are reporting brisk sales.”
The 2010 Sachs MadAss 125 has been available in a small number of Peirspeed dealerships starting the first of August 2009. More Peirspeed dealers are expected to receive their first shipments within 60 days.
“The MadAss is something that appeals to a group of riders that want to stand out in a crowd and draw attention everywhere they go,” added Mr. Peirce. “Consumers are looking for fuel efficient alternative transportation like scooters and small displacement motorcycles. This SACHS product gives the customer a choice beyond the traditional.”
“MadAss 125 riders are reporting 85 to 110 MPG’s,” adds Peirce. ‘And while most riders buy a MadAss because of the design, it’s a nice bonus to get such great gas mileage.”
Peirspeed dealer Bill Weslow, owner of Moto-Scoot in Milwaukee says, “The MadAss is a bike that sets itself, and the rider apart from the crowd.” Mr. Weslow adds, “People stop and ask MadAss owners about their bike every time they ride it. This gives MadAss owners a real pride of ownership, and the satisfaction of knowing they made the right choice.”
Specifications:
Engine: Air-cooled single cylinder 4-stroke
Performance: 11 BHP @ 7,500 RPM
Transmission: 4-Speed
Front Brake: Hydraulic disc, 260mm
Rear Brake: Hydraulic disc, 215mm
Tires (Front): 90/90-16 M/C 48J
Tires (Rear): 120/80-16 M/C 48J
Weight: 209 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 1.22 gallons
Colors: Black, Graphite, Yellow and SilverMSRP: $2,699 (MSRP excludes tax, prep, and delivery fees. Pricing may change at any time without notification)
About Peirspeed
The Peirspeed brand is owned by Cobra Powersports. Cobra Powersports has a long history of providing top quality scooters and ATVs. Products include SACHS Bikes, Peirspeed scooters, and TGB ATVs.
About SACHS Bikes
SACHS was founded by Carl Marschütz in 1886 in Germany. Today SACHS produces several 50cc to 400cc scooters, motorcycles and mopeds.
Anyone out there see one in person yet?
7. August 2009 at 3:45 pm
I haven't gone looking, to be honest. To me, this is the opposite of a scooter, in that it's useless for carrying anything other than the rider and a backpack. Truly a "motorized bicycle," despite Tennessee's definition. ;)
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7. August 2009 at 3:49 pm
:D -Ahaha, yeah… Well, I suppose if you REALLY had to carry some stuff you could always DIY:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/guaraguao/3773638310/
I saw a few other custom bits here:
http://www.mopedarmy.com/forums/discuss/read.php?f=1&i=464091&t=464091&v=f
7. August 2009 at 4:44 pm
I love the looks of this bike and would love to get one. The only problem is the name. I don't want to have to explain the term "Madass" to my 5 year old.
7. August 2009 at 5:01 pm
That's pretty solid horsepower for a 200 pound vehicle.
7. August 2009 at 6:38 pm
Where are they made???
8. August 2009 at 12:23 am
Wow, it's taken you guys a fair while to get hold of a 125cc MadAss, hasn't it! They were available in Europe only very shortly after the 50cc version was released.
8. August 2009 at 12:35 am
China, doods. China!
(my verification word is "kills," therefore I rawk)
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8. August 2009 at 2:19 am
What the Heck? Our local scoot shop has had them (In Stock) for at least 6 months!
I'd hate to think that Arizona is on the leading edge of scooter introduction!
BTW I WANT ONE!!
8. August 2009 at 10:30 am
That's it. I'm selling my Ducati!
24. August 2009 at 6:46 am
I have seen this sach madass 125 and for me it is like a motorized bicycle as they said. The engine is outside and can be seen, but it is safe?
27. August 2009 at 12:30 pm
The Madass from Cobra Sales is simply to hard to get and a sales failure by Cobra Sales They have limited number of them and sold out right away, great product so I will just wait till someone copies it and sell those, Cobra Sales like most chinese scooter distributors are clueless about their products and everything else that runs the scooter craze.
14. September 2009 at 4:52 pm
slow chineese shit! it has less than 8 hp! top speed is near 90kmh. and after 30 min trip pain in arms and ass guaranteed. it has been sold in Russia for 4 years or so