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# Carbon-Clad Cycles
The Mansory Zapico Motorcycle is Marvelously Macho

By JDurhamII | Published 2011-02-26 | Updated 2011-03-01 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mansory-carbon-zapico
References: [worldcarfans](http://www.worldcarfans.com/111022530862/introducing-the-mansory-zapico/lowphotos#4) & [mansory](http://www.mansory.com/)

German tuning company [Mansory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-luxury-vehicle) is known for turning badass cars into even more mean machines. In collaboration with Thomas M. George, the famed vehicle tuning company has created a [two wheeler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobber-motorbikes) worthy of the famed Manosry name. Feast your eyes on the Mansory Carbon-clad Zapico.

To add to the aesthetics, the fuel tank, spoiler and rear fender are covered in aluminum, but most of the other components and parts including the eclectic mirrors are made using shiny [carbon inserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-machines).This is a direct testament to the fact that Mansory shows no signs of slowing down and that their portfolio knows no boundaries.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 77% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Carbon-clad Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in incorporating carbon materials in various industries for enhanced aesthetics and performance.
- **Luxury Motorcycle Tuning:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the motorcycle industry by offering customized, high-performance luxury motorcycles.
- **Collaborative Vehicle Creation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry by fostering collaborations between tuning companies and renowned designers.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Automotive:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in car customization by exploring the application of carbon materials for improved aesthetics and performance.
- **Motorcycle:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the motorcycle industry by offering luxury tuning options for customers seeking high-performance and personalized motorcycles.
- **Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the design industry by incorporating carbon materials and collaborating with vehicle tuners to create unique aesthetics and functionality.

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