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A Janus motorcycle is a comprehensible, mechanical object, functioning according to the laws of physics and capable of being felt, understood, repaired, and maintained by its rider. It is not an unrepairable “device” with unintelligible terms of use, operating system updates, or opaque algorithms shepherding the “user” along a bureaucratically sanctioned route of efficiency and…

  At Janus, we are often told that our motorcycles are “too expensive”. This statement reveals a prevailing belief, perpetuated by the motorcycle industry, that the primary value of a motorcycle should be reduced to its engine displacement, followed closely by its level of technological rider aids, NOT necessarily of its ability to enrich and…

Deciding between a Royal Enfield 350 and a Janus 250? I own them both. By Tom Neel Life is all about choices, and one of my favorites is Janus’ Halcyon 250. But I hear many talks about Royal Enfield as an alternative when looking at the Janus models. So I bought a RoyalEnfield Classic 350,…

Here’s to 2023! It’s been an extraordinarily busy year for us at Janus Motorcycles. In addition to producing our first 100+ Halcyon 450’s, we have attended a number of shows and events, built a custom 450 for our friends at Milwaukee Tools, launched a new podcast, held our 1st in-person owners rally in a few…

Deck the Halcyons! (and Gryffins and Phoenixes) If you’re shopping for a beloved Janus rider or Janus fan (even if that person is you!), all of the items in this gift guide are sure to be cherished! To ensure Christmas delivery, please place your order by December 15th.  To get FREE SHIPPING on any merchandise order…

The Alpine Tunnel Trip- Adventure on a Gryffin 250 By James Pekarek August 2nd, 2022: It’s sunny and cool as I walk out of the hotel in Gunnison, Colorado and begin the process of unloading Gryffin #109 (aka ‘Sherman’) from the trailer. With the bike unloaded, I make a few final checks before starting my…

Janus Motorcycles is looking for a Metal Fabricator to assist with chassis and component production at our fabrication shop. Candidates must provide exemplary proficiency in the use of heavy machinery, power tools, and precision tools to create components for use on Janus Motorcycles. They must be organized, thorough, and detail- and process- oriented. They will…

A couple of weekends ago, Mitch and Kyle headed to Michigan for the Gilmore Car Museum motorcycle show. While they were there to run a booth with three Janus motorcycles, they also couldn’t pass up the opportunity to peruse the beautiful collection at the car museum.

A Janus Motorcycles Customer Service & Motorcycle Service Technician must provide exemplary technical service of Janus Motorcycles and exemplary customer service via phone, email, and in person to our growing customer base. The candidate must be organized, thorough, and detail- and process- oriented. They will be expected to continue learning and improving along with the company.

Essential Toolkit For Your Janus Motorcycle https://youtu.be/hTWbn_yqUE8 This is by no means an exhaustive list of tools you might need on a motorcycle, but it serves as a great starting point that should provide Janus riders with the essential tools and materials to get home from most day trips or short rides should an issue…