The bike’s handlebars sit almost level with the fuel tank and the foot controls are placed directly beneath the rider. Unlike the cruiser styled riding position of the KRGT-1, the Method 143 has a much more aggressive riding position that’s worthy of its appearance. Rounding off the bike’s suspension is another custom Ohlins component, a single rear monoshock that mates to a single-sided billet alloy swingarm and is of course, fully adjustable. The frame which is both super light and strong also incorporates the bikes fuel cell and is complemented by a pair of aerodynamic shrouds that cover the proprietary designed Ohlins fully adjustable forks. What you are seeing are glimpses of the Method’s carbon fiber Mono cell frame. Most striking, however, are the carbon fiber sections that can be seen throughout the bike. Rather than simply placing a leather seat on top of the bodywork the Method 143 has leather-clad knee indents on the tank and a leather section along the hump of the tail for a more integrated finish. The bikes tank cover and tail sections are both CNC milled from solid aluminum and finished using a unique ribbed texture that implies speed. The most striking feature of the Method 143 (other than its overall appearance) is the use of lightweight materials and how they have been combined. ![]() The Method 143 utilizes the same American made engine configuration, but where it differs from the KRGT-1 is in its sportier styling and ergonomics. Despite its limited production number of 23 units the bike represents a big step for the brand’s goal of establishing itself as an established motorcycle manufacturer. The Method 143 is Arch Motorcycles first production motorcycle. Fast forward to the 2017 EICMA show and both Reeves and Hollinger were on deck to unveil their latest motorcycle, the ‘Method 143’. ![]() An “American performance cruiser” powered by a 124 cubic inch S&S Cycles v-twin. The pair released their first limited run motorcycle in 2015, the Arch KRGT-1.
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