For anybody who wants to ride an automatic motorcycle, just go buy a Honda Ruckus. I think this concept, despite it's "HFT" is also unsafe in theory. As a motorcycle rider, it's you against all the variable, even if you're perfect and someone else is not, you're screwed.

So removing the rider from being engaged in shifting to me just seems ridiculous, as ridiculous as motorized trikes.

Ridley Motorcycles of Oklahoma City has been producing automatic motorcycles for years. They are using CVT technology. The bikes are lighter, lower, easier, and safer than the average bike with outstanding American styling and unmatched quality. You guys should have done your homework and you would have known this.

Just what we need is a bunch of people riding around on motorcycles who can't manage a clutch! Its bad enough they drive cars!!!

As a disabled rider I find the above comment insulting. Apparently he has some limited intellect issues that disallow his thought process past his own dismal existence. I've been forced to ride scooters for too long as my budget has been limited, things have changed for the better. I plan to get a Ridley (very nice bike) or another cruiser with a heel toe shifting. Learn to think a little more outside the crust of your front door "mrpepsi"