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After years of riding, Craig finally ordered precisely what he wanted with a brand new Janus Halcyon 450. Here is some of his story, why he chose this motorcycle, and what makes owning a Janus special. Craig is also an avid fly fisherman, car enthusiast, and mechanical watch collector. What do those pursuits have in…

Janus Lightweight Motorcycles – What are the benefits of lightweight? Janus 250s weigh about 260 pounds. That’s nearly 150 pounds lighter than the lightest traditional mass-market motorcycles. The Halcyon 450 weighs 365 pounds. At 30 hp, that’s nearly identical to the power-to-weight ratio of a Sportster 883! Our Motorcycles are truly featherweight, and provide a…

Many of us who have a life partner and ride a Janus have had to convince our spouses or significant others that buying a Janus is safe and a good use of our shared funds. Here are the best reason’s we’ve heard (and used) ourselves: Time & Logistics: A Janus Motorcycle is a fun getaway…

We hear it from our riders all the time. They get on their lightweight, classic, Janus Motorcycle and time melts away. Stress stays at bay. They’re transported to the way it felt riding their very first motorcycle. The Halcyon Days of old return and wash their cares away. What if all the things we’ve been…

Halcyon Days are Here Again! Celebrate your creativity and build a one-of-a-kind time machine. In honor of our favorite inland seas (the Great Lakes!)… we’re excited to officially announce our newest color: Inland Seafoam Green. The first batch of 450 fenders is back from powder and boy do they look awesome. AND Just to celebrate…

(This advertisement originally appeared on the back cover of Motorcycle Classics Magazine) Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms of modern life? DIZZINESS from the accelerating passage of time. NAUSEA from the speed of technological change. RESTLESSNESS from oft-deferred adventure plans. You may be suffering from a maladjusted idyll speed. Unfortunately, many popular remedies…

450 Production Update Video #7 In this week’s Halcyon 450 production update, we’re building the 4th and final prototype in a bold white primary with copper and black pinstriping. More build stands are in place for 250 & 450 production, and Brembo brakes are finally on their way! Want to see the previous updates? Click…

We are pleased to announce that the 450 has just received California Air Resource Board approval for sale in the state. We received 49-state EPA certification for the 450 at the end of June.

Halcyon 450 Production Update #4 In this week’s update, Richard and Jordan take Halcyon 450 prototypes JM-000 and JM-001 out for a ride on the Janus test loop. This is the first time we’ve had two 450s riding together on film! They talk about some of the design and ride characteristics, compare the Halcyon 450 and…

Five Rules for Riding Safely in a Group  Many people get into motorcycling for the camaraderie of group rides. While this activity brings people together for adventures with lasting memories, it is important to keep safety in mind as your number one priority. Here are some tips to keep your group safe while still enjoying…