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Humongo-Cycle Is World Largest

— November 21, 2007 — Autos
Aha! The U.S. can claim the largest motorcycle. Possibly the ugliest one too. Everybody is super-sizing so this dude did his bike. Greg Dunham built a 25 foot long jumbocycle just because he could. It weighs over 3 tones and costs $300,000. He sits in a cage below to steer. Why? Because his buddies said it couldn't be done.

Implications - Sometimes size does matter and this ultimate objective can prove to be an end in and of itself for some innovations. Sheer novelty is a characteristic that shouldn't be underestimated with regards to the appeal that it can generate. The fact that a completely new kind of product can be made by simply upsizing an existing one is definitely one worth keeping in mind.

Trend Themes

  1. Super-sized Products — Upsizing existing products can create novelty and appeal.
  2. Sheer Novelty — The appeal of creating something completely new should not be underestimated.
  3. Size Matters — Sometimes the ultimate objective of an innovation is simply to be bigger.

Industry Implications

  1. Motorcycle Manufacturing — Exploring opportunities to create larger and more unique motorcycles.
  2. Custom Vehicle Design — Catering to customers who want unique, oversized vehicles.
  3. Entertainment and Events — Creating attractions and spectacles using super-sized products and experiences.
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