KTM X-Bow gets a Winter Package

[AVANTI R5]

Drivers addicted to the unique thrills of the KTM X-Bow no doubt dread the onset of winter, when the open-topped mid-engined sports car is relegated to hibernation in the garage. That's no longer the case, however, as diehard X-Bow drivers can now take advantage of winter gear offered by KTM's PowerParts and PowerWear accessories collections. Properly equipped, a dedicated driver can keep his X-Bow on the road all winter long.


Snow tires are the first part of the equation, of course. Pirelli Sottozero snow tires are offered, with five-bolt wheels and center locking available. For icy condition, homologated snow chains are also available.


By now, you've probably noticed that the X-Bow is a roofless roadster. The motorcycle experts at KTM have a solution to that too, in the form of specially designed winter clothing for the driver. Schöffel-designed driving clothes and a Schuberth helmet are both made specifically for keeping the X-Bow's driver warm during winter drives. The full outfit: helmet, jacket and trousers starts at 950 Euro. Indoor and outdoor covers for the car are also available.
Source: via autoblog

http://www.worldcarfans.com/9081215....winter-package

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[happasaiyan]

i have now seen THE most ridiculous thing on the internet.

[e11ys]

The very definition of pointless...

[justincredible]

I don't care what clothing they give you. That **** looks cold.

[neg_matnik]

I didn't know that KTM had built a roadster. Awesome. It's on the expensive side of things though (getting an Ariel Atom would probably be cheaper).

[AVOID92x]

I'm sure that the "NO ROOF when it's cold out" is the #1 objection for potential buyers.

[Derbagger]

um, how do you think snow-mobilers go on trips? this is the same, but on the road.

That would be sweet at the rally cross.

[Garwin]

Originally Posted by happasaiyan

i have now seen THE most ridiculous thing on the internet.

you said it better than I would have. i feel dumber for knowing what KTM did to "winter prep" the X Bow.

[Superglue WRX]

Originally Posted by Derbagger

um, how do you think snow-mobilers go on trips? this is the same, but on the road.

That would be sweet at the rally cross.

Uhm, since when did snow mobiles use 4 wheels and have 2" of ground clearance?

[jl05sti]

Someone at KTM has a sence of humor.

[neko]

That thing has more un-painted carbon fiber than i think i've ever seen on a car save HKS's time-atttack Altezza....

Sweet. Now to go see what one cost and feel bad...

[Counterfit]

I want to see a video of it on a highway with some powder. I bet it throws up more snow than the Acela I saw run through a station in a storm.

[Calamity Jesus]

Originally Posted by neko

That thing has more un-painted carbon fiber than i think i've ever seen on a car save HKS's time-atttack Altezza....

Sweet. Now to go see what one cost and feel bad...

Search for pics of a bare Zonda F.

http://www.0-60mag.com/online/?p=5422

[Superglue WRX]

All carbon body HKS Evo VIII

[White out]

That thing better have one hell of a heater.

1 Gallardo for me please.

Nick

[Pete Holt]

Wow, what a practical car! Does the winter prep package include a shovel to dig out your seats after it was parked overnight in a snow storm? Good grief!

[WhiteKnightSTi]

Don't care what anyone thinks, I bet that would be fun as hell.

[nate49509]

I picked up the X-Bow this summer and have been waiting on this snow kit so I could get it back on the road......

[Chin]

Originally Posted by Superglue WRX

Uhm, since when did snow mobiles use 4 wheels and have 2" of ground clearance?

...and what does that have to do with being cold?! I am a lot more exposed on my snowmobile and I just went out riding yesterday while it was -2F. I am more or less comfortable down to -20F on a sled at speeds up to 100mph. I don't see how someone properly dressed would have an issue at reasonable temps (0F+).

...but I grew up in MN being outside in the dead of winter, so maybe I am a little bit better suited for a car like this.

[Superglue WRX]

Originally Posted by Chin

...and what does that have to do with being cold?! I am a lot more exposed on my snowmobile and I just went out riding yesterday while it was -2F. I am more or less comfortable down to -20F on a sled at speeds up to 100mph. I don't see how someone properly dressed would have an issue at reasonable temps (0F+).

...but I grew up in MN being outside in the dead of winter, so maybe I am a little bit better suited for a car like this.

Cool story Hansel. Where is this car going to go in 3" of snow?

[daphunkie12]

that is such a bad azz ride

[happasaiyan]

Originally Posted by Chin

...and what does that have to do with being cold?! I am a lot more exposed on my snowmobile and I just went out riding yesterday while it was -2F. I am more or less comfortable down to -20F on a sled at speeds up to 100mph. I don't see how someone properly dressed would have an issue at reasonable temps (0F+).

...but I grew up in MN being outside in the dead of winter, so maybe I am a little bit better suited for a car like this.

nothing to do with cold. more to do with impractical.

1500lbs 240hp mid-engine rear wheel drive with 0 ground clearance. its basically a plow...a plow with bad traction.

but yeah, dont see too many people who own this $60k car going out and doing such things in the snow.

[sauuce]

lol this is hilarious