Spanish-based motorcycle manufacturer Mitt Motors aims to make motorcycling accessible to a wider audience, as the company is dedicated to selling affordable bikes, most of which are aimed at beginner riders.
This time, however, the brand is upping the ante with a new cruiser called the 808 Traveler. And it’s very easy to see where this cruiser gets its inspiration.
For the record, Mitt Motors is indeed a Spanish brand, but like many other manufacturers, it sources many of its models from China and it seems that the 808 Traveler is no exception.
From a styling point of view, the 808 Traveler was clearly inspired by the Harley-Davidson playbook, boasting a design that looks all too much like a Road Glide. There’s a bulky fairing for great wind protection at the front and luggage integrated into the passenger backrest. Mitt has even decorated the bike with lots of chrome, with the Traveler’s crash guards and the entire exhaust system finished in chrome.
In terms of performance, this is a liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 800 cc twin-cylinder engine with a power output of around 60 hp and 72 Nm of torque. Although it won’t come close to the performance figures of its American inspiration, it will certainly be much lighter and more accessible, especially for novice riders in Europe.
In recent times, there has been a trend among motorcycles manufactured in China, with many of them imitating the iconic styling of American cruisers. When analyzed in the context of the Asian market, bikes like these make sense thanks to their low seat height and relaxed ergonomics. In Europe, as is the case with Mitt Motors, cruisers have also become popular with beginners and experienced riders alike.