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Charlottetown, P.E.I. – A new high-end motorcycle company has been launched and it’s in Canada. Havoc Motorcycles plans to produce heavyweight cruisers for the 2016 model year. It is based in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
Havoc Iron Flight
Havoc’s flagship model will be a Mike Tyson-licensed special edition dubbed “Iron Flight.” It features a 124 cubic inch engine and Tyson’s well-known tattoo incorporated in an airbrushed paint scheme. The MSRP is $52,550 in the U.S. and $67,999 in Canada.
Havoc Wildcat
Other models are the Wildcat and Slayer. The Wildcat has an MSRP of $38,399 in the U.S. and $47,999 in Canada. The Slayer’s MSRP is $43,199 and $53,999, respectively.
Havoc Slayer
Havoc Motorcycles says its three models will “(a)ll feature large displacement engines (113ci to 124ci). Each motorcycle is hand-crafted, featuring sculpted and molded bodywork of the ‘custom bagger’ style to offer enthusiasts a custom-inspired motorcycle right from the assembly floor.”
In launching the company, President Dr. Jarrod Weiner said, “We are passionately committed to making motorcycles that enable riders to symbolize their individuality, the source of their strength and freedom. We’re thrilled to be working with Mike Tysonand look forward to introducing riders to the Havoc Motorcycles lineup.”
In other new model news for 2016:
2016 Honda CBR500R
Honda has redesigned the CBR500R for 2016. The company says the model features “all-new styling that offers a sharper, more aggressive look and improved airflow for increased rider comfort and better handling, plus refinements like LED headlights and taillights. Other updates include a new muffler design for improved mass centralization, lighter weight and an improved exhaust note, plus an adjustable front brake lever, smoother gear-change feel, a larger fuel tank with a hinged fuel cap and front suspension with adjustable preload.”
The CBR500R will come in three colors: red, matte black metallic and white. It will be in showrooms in early 2016.
2016 Kawasaki Vulcan S Cafe
Meanwhile, Kawasaki plans more versions of its 649cc Vulcan S model for 2016, adding SE and Cafe editions. The MSRPs are $7,999 and $7,599, respectively. The Cafe version will have a tinted wind deflector and custom paint. The SE will have two-tone paint scheme.
It’s not clear from the article whether the Havoc motorcycles are actually supposed to run. The manufacturer’s web site doesn’t offer much information, either. Big engines, upward of 2000 cc, but the output isn’t given. Weight of the bikes? Not mentioned. However, there is a description of the 800W sound system. Interesting wheel sizes, 26″ front, 18″ rear, I bet that leads to some great handling. I look forward to encountering one of these on the road (well, maybe in a parking lot).