12 months have passed since Janus Motorcycles unveiled the first attempt at what has subsequently become its new Gryffin 450 Scrambler. A saddle with a clear vintage flavor that was born to delight those lovers of seventies Offroad machines, but adapted to current needs. All this without losing the characteristic seal of the American firm, the same one that it gives to all the models that make up its range of models.
Janus Gryffin 450 Scrambler: Reminiscing about old times
You only have to spend a few seconds in the first completed unit of the Gryffin 450 Scrambler, to realize that we are looking at a motorcycle designed under the same patterns that were used half a century ago in models of similar style. However, one should not be fooled. Although it has that characteristic Old School touch, it does not give up equipping all those current elements necessary to make piloting a pleasant experience.
As the brand itself describes it: “The Gryffin 450 uses the same simple, reliable and enduro-inspired SWM 445 cc, 30 HP engine as its popular Halcyon 450. With a 21″ front wheel and a 17″ rear wheel, a high exhaust and thoughtful details For adventure, the Gryffin 450 is designed to be an ultralight scrambler that can be configured for adventure riding, trail riding, and general indoor and outdoor riding. off road. “It is inspired by the classic scramblers of the 50s and 60s.”.
From Bike Bound, the media in charge of this very special presentation, they point out that the engine that equips the new Gryffin 450 is the result of the redesign of the engine mounted on the Honda XR400. This is cooled by air and oil and equipped with a 4-valve cylinder head. The power is given through an electronic injection system. Janus declares a final power of 30 HP at 7,500 rpm and a maximum speed of 145km/h.
In the chassis part, a double-cradle tubular steel DOM chassis stands out, supported by a peculiar front suspension system equipped with two Ikon shock absorbers. Behind we find the same trend with a swinging arm assisted by two lateral shock absorbers of the same brand.
When braking, with a disc per axis, a pair of single-piston calipers from Brembo work. The latter is anchored to a set of radial wheels shod in turn with tires measuring 2.75 x 21” and 4.60 x 17”, front and rear respectively.
Overall, the brand declares an empty weight of about 150 kilograms, with the seat 810 mm from the ground and a wheelbase of 1,345mm. Figures that make us think of this Gryffin 450 as an agile and versatile motorcycle. Now, after delivering the first copy of the model to a fan from Kansas City, Joel Yanda, the brand is preparing to build the first orders.
Richard Worshamco-founder of Janus Motorcycles, ends by saying: “Our motorcycles are designed for hikers, for those who find joy not only in the destinations, but also in the winding roads, detours and the unexpected along the way. “We are very proud to launch the Gryffin 450 in earnest and can’t wait to see how the line grows.”
