Spanish Motorcycle Brand Macbor Unveils New Bikes

Spanish motorcycle manufacturer Macbor is the brainchild of Jaime Bordoy, an importer of MV Agusta and SYM bikes to Spain. The Macbor range has been in existence since 1999, primarily as a manufacturer of children's bikes, and recently the firm unveiled its range of adult-sized bikes - a total of six models built over two engine platforms - in Barcelona. The 125 cc single makes around 10.5 bhp and a second engine - the 250 cc single - is a four-valve, liquid-cooled mill, which makes around 25 bhp.

(Macbor Shifter MC-1)

The new range includes two naked street bikes sharing the simple 125 cc single-cylinder engine with balancer shaft. The first of these bikes is called the Stormer R, an easy to drive commuter class bike, with comfortable ergonomics and promising good fuel economy. The Shifter MC1 has a more aggressive design with a lighter, multi-tubular chassis and a more aggressive riding position. It also uses an upside down fork, digital instrumentation with USB connectivity and LED lighting.

(Montana XR-1)

The ones to look out for are the small displacement adventure line named Montana. The XR1 uses the 125 cc engine with interesting equipment like progressive suspension, LED lights and the possibility of installing optional side cases and a top case. The XR3 (pictured above) is powered by the 250 cc engine and looks more in line with current big displacement adventure bikes. The 250 cc single-cylinder engine has four valves, liquid cooling and balancer shaft.

(Rockster Flat)

The other two models follow cruiser-type design. Called the Rockster and Rockster Flat, these two bikes share the 125 cc engine. There's no word on pricing yet, or on availability. The bikes are built by Macbor engineers near Barcelona, and the company says most parts are "imported from Asia", without getting into details. For now, most of the components of these bikes will be sourced from Asia and the finished products sold in Europe.