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Sci-Fi Replica Speeder Bikes

'Vintage Works' Has Created a Replica 'Star Wars' Speeder Bike

— August 9, 2016 — Autos
Fans of the original 'Star Wars' series will love the replica speeder bike motorcycle built by 'Vintage Works,' a Wisconsin-based metalworks company. The impressively detailed design is virtually indistinguishable from the fantasy vehicles from 'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' save for one key feature: it can't fly.

Though grounded, Vintage Works' speeder motorcycle does whatever else it can to match the speeder bikes from the film. The motorcycle activates with a red button in the center of the control panel, its speed is controlled by pushing forward or pulling back on the handles, and it is meticulously covered in the brown metallic finish that set the speeder bikes apart.

With the resurgence of 'Star Wars' popularity as a result of the new film franchise, Vintage Works' machine is a clever way to get people interested in their products and services.
Trend Themes
1. Sci-fi Replicas - Companies can capitalize on the popularity of science fiction franchises by creating detailed replicas of iconic vehicles from those franchises, like Vintage Works' 'Star Wars' speeder bike.
2. Meticulous Designs - Consumers appreciate products with detailed designs, like the brown metallic finish on Vintage Works' speeder bike, creating opportunities for companies to focus on meticulous craftsmanship in their products.
3. Nostalgic Products - The resurgence of older science fiction franchises, like 'Star Wars,' presents an opportunity for companies to create products that appeal to the nostalgia of fans of those franchises.
Industry Implications
1. Metalworks - Metalworks companies, like Vintage Works, can leverage their expertise to create detailed replicas of iconic vehicles and props from popular science fiction franchises.
2. Entertainment Memorabilia - Companies that specialize in producing entertainment memorabilia can capitalize on the popularity of franchises like 'Star Wars' by creating high-end replicas of iconic vehicles and props from those franchises, like Vintage Works' speeder bike.
3. Custom Motorcycle - Motorcycle companies can tap into the interest in personalized and unique vehicles by creating custom motorcycles that incorporate designs and features from popular science fiction franchises, like Vintage Works' 'Star Wars' speeder bike.
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