Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys
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Every two weeks, Seibertron.com brings you a Top 5 list related to all things Transformers written by me, your fellow editor. This week, we have a nice collaboration by other staff members which were quite passionate about several of these toys. These are our opinions so what matters most is what you guys think of the topic or list, and I hope to see your own lists or comments on omissions and ranking. Let's have fun! All previous lists can be found here.
Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys
This is a very simple list. I looked at all Transformers who turned into motorcycles from Armada Nightbeat to G1 Override (who both didn't make the list). There are a ton of motorcycles out there, especially in the movie lines so while the standouts were easy to find (number 1 will surprise no one), it got very tough to distinguish the best amongst many decent toys. So I sought advice from colleagues and fans who seemed to have passion for these very specific toys and rounded them up.
5. Hunt for the Decepticons Brimstone (Jim)
This little dude is one of the examples of the truly excellent Scout class back in the peaks of the movieverse lines and sub-lines - Hunt for the Decepticons, in Brimstone's case. An attempt to capture the spiky nature of the aesthetics of Bay's production, the general added evil looks to otherwise adorable little figures, some good complex transformations for toys this size - and you get a great blend of colours, stable feet, a precursor to TF Prime's Soundwave's sinister silhouette, plus the potential for Spinning Triblades of Death and Doom, if it takes you a couple of weeks to figure out that, yes, there are indeed hands in there too. One of my first paint touch-ups, too, so clearly it struck a chord!
-- Va'al
4. Prime Robots in Disguise Arcee
The PRiD Arcee mold is a top-tier contender for this list. Tight construction, a believable alt mode, a bot mode that doesn't suffer for the small vehicle, and generally good detailing; not only is this a nice toy, but it's generally accurate to the challenging designs of the TF Prime show.
The engineering of this figure takes its marks from the best motorcycle designs and puts them together in a convincing package, while implementing an auto-morph gimmick that is unobtrusive. It does all of these things while keeping numerous and more importantly, meaningful points of articulation. If there are any failings to speak of, it should be noted that the weapons are not really show accurate, which was more of a problem with the PRiD line than with the figure.
There are a variety of delightful, high quality redecos like Chromia and the Queen of the Racing World, Flareup to choose from. So find a biker lady to ride with before someone ships them out from under you.
And remember: Flareup...she's the best.
-- Counterpunch (Host of Twincast Podcast)
3. Animated Oilslick
This guy. Shows up for the entirety of not-that-much in the fiction (from Animated cartoon to its corollary stories), causes enough damage - WITH SCIENCE - then disappears into the folds of officially sanctioned fan-fiction. The tracks, however, run deep. The most menacingly metal mucus motorbike out there, with an actual ram skull visible in both modes, full asymmetry, cactus limbs, chains, and cheating wheel transformation, this is the Ghost Rider figure that (almost, shhhh) never was - if Ghost Rider had the powers of snot. Brütal Snøt.
-- Va'al
2. Robots in Disguise Warrior Fracture
Anyone who thinks Hasbro did not take the Robots in Disguise (2015) line seriously will change their mind if they give Fracture a chance. While the material and the way he is built up doesn't scream solid quality à la Galaxy Force, he shows how Takara is at the height of their engineering prowess. His transformation is perfect and more unique and elegant than any generations toy he shared shelf space with. Everything is just so thought out and meticulous. Every piece clips in perfectly and both modes are dynamite with minimal extraneous kibble. There is no way to tell this turns into a robot in vehicle mode and at the same time, the robot mode is so damn sleek with nothing getting in the way of the articulation! This is by far the best toy to come out of the Robots in Disguise line (at the moment of writing) and any fan of Transformers toys would be doing themselves a disservice by not experiencing this toy.
-- WilliamJames88
1. Animated Prowl
The motorcycle mode is almost completely free of kibble from every angle, only the fingertips are visible from the rear, that's it. Robot mode is also extremely free of kibble, where the usual motorcycle bots have nose blocks that become hunchback growths or wheels that become extra appendages, all of those elements have been integrated cleanly and beautifully into robot mode. The only thing that can even be construed as kibble are the back fins, and even those flow nicely.
This flows right into the posability, this being one of the most posable bots ever made. Not only is he all ball joints, but the side effect of the wheel integration is that his knees are double-jointed, making him one of the few transformers that can crouch.
With perks like show accuracy and little extras like his ninja star hubcaps, I would qualify Animated Prowl as not just the best motorcycle Transformer ever designed, but one of the best transformer designs ever.
-- Trigaba (This wonderful review of the toy was found on our forums)
Honourable mentions: First Edition Prime Arcee is a good toy, but I preferred including other toys on the list rather than two similar Arcees and the Robots in Disguise is usually preferred simply due to the fact that it is more accurate. The First Edition is still a worthwhile toy and I recommend anyone to check this great pictorial review from fellow Seibertronian Carytheone. RTS Wreckgar should also get a mention because he is an amazing effort with a kickass robot mode. However, the breakage issue cannot be forgiven enough to be considered one of the best.
Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys
This is a very simple list. I looked at all Transformers who turned into motorcycles from Armada Nightbeat to G1 Override (who both didn't make the list). There are a ton of motorcycles out there, especially in the movie lines so while the standouts were easy to find (number 1 will surprise no one), it got very tough to distinguish the best amongst many decent toys. So I sought advice from colleagues and fans who seemed to have passion for these very specific toys and rounded them up.
5. Hunt for the Decepticons Brimstone (Jim)
This little dude is one of the examples of the truly excellent Scout class back in the peaks of the movieverse lines and sub-lines - Hunt for the Decepticons, in Brimstone's case. An attempt to capture the spiky nature of the aesthetics of Bay's production, the general added evil looks to otherwise adorable little figures, some good complex transformations for toys this size - and you get a great blend of colours, stable feet, a precursor to TF Prime's Soundwave's sinister silhouette, plus the potential for Spinning Triblades of Death and Doom, if it takes you a couple of weeks to figure out that, yes, there are indeed hands in there too. One of my first paint touch-ups, too, so clearly it struck a chord!
-- Va'al
4. Prime Robots in Disguise Arcee
The PRiD Arcee mold is a top-tier contender for this list. Tight construction, a believable alt mode, a bot mode that doesn't suffer for the small vehicle, and generally good detailing; not only is this a nice toy, but it's generally accurate to the challenging designs of the TF Prime show.
The engineering of this figure takes its marks from the best motorcycle designs and puts them together in a convincing package, while implementing an auto-morph gimmick that is unobtrusive. It does all of these things while keeping numerous and more importantly, meaningful points of articulation. If there are any failings to speak of, it should be noted that the weapons are not really show accurate, which was more of a problem with the PRiD line than with the figure.
There are a variety of delightful, high quality redecos like Chromia and the Queen of the Racing World, Flareup to choose from. So find a biker lady to ride with before someone ships them out from under you.
And remember: Flareup...she's the best.
-- Counterpunch (Host of Twincast Podcast)
3. Animated Oilslick
This guy. Shows up for the entirety of not-that-much in the fiction (from Animated cartoon to its corollary stories), causes enough damage - WITH SCIENCE - then disappears into the folds of officially sanctioned fan-fiction. The tracks, however, run deep. The most menacingly metal mucus motorbike out there, with an actual ram skull visible in both modes, full asymmetry, cactus limbs, chains, and cheating wheel transformation, this is the Ghost Rider figure that (almost, shhhh) never was - if Ghost Rider had the powers of snot. Brütal Snøt.
-- Va'al
2. Robots in Disguise Warrior Fracture
Anyone who thinks Hasbro did not take the Robots in Disguise (2015) line seriously will change their mind if they give Fracture a chance. While the material and the way he is built up doesn't scream solid quality à la Galaxy Force, he shows how Takara is at the height of their engineering prowess. His transformation is perfect and more unique and elegant than any generations toy he shared shelf space with. Everything is just so thought out and meticulous. Every piece clips in perfectly and both modes are dynamite with minimal extraneous kibble. There is no way to tell this turns into a robot in vehicle mode and at the same time, the robot mode is so damn sleek with nothing getting in the way of the articulation! This is by far the best toy to come out of the Robots in Disguise line (at the moment of writing) and any fan of Transformers toys would be doing themselves a disservice by not experiencing this toy.
-- WilliamJames88
1. Animated Prowl
The motorcycle mode is almost completely free of kibble from every angle, only the fingertips are visible from the rear, that's it. Robot mode is also extremely free of kibble, where the usual motorcycle bots have nose blocks that become hunchback growths or wheels that become extra appendages, all of those elements have been integrated cleanly and beautifully into robot mode. The only thing that can even be construed as kibble are the back fins, and even those flow nicely.
This flows right into the posability, this being one of the most posable bots ever made. Not only is he all ball joints, but the side effect of the wheel integration is that his knees are double-jointed, making him one of the few transformers that can crouch.
With perks like show accuracy and little extras like his ninja star hubcaps, I would qualify Animated Prowl as not just the best motorcycle Transformer ever designed, but one of the best transformer designs ever.
-- Trigaba (This wonderful review of the toy was found on our forums)
Honourable mentions: First Edition Prime Arcee is a good toy, but I preferred including other toys on the list rather than two similar Arcees and the Robots in Disguise is usually preferred simply due to the fact that it is more accurate. The First Edition is still a worthwhile toy and I recommend anyone to check this great pictorial review from fellow Seibertronian Carytheone. RTS Wreckgar should also get a mention because he is an amazing effort with a kickass robot mode. However, the breakage issue cannot be forgiven enough to be considered one of the best.
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Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796802)
Posted by Noideaforaname on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:10am CDT
Posted by Noideaforaname on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:10am CDT
I'd just like say how amazing it is that there are even this many well-done bike Transformers.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796807)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:25am CDT
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:25am CDT
There are breakage issues on FE Arcee?
This is a great list. Good choices.
This is a great list. Good choices.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796808)
Posted by Bumblebee21 on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:28am CDT
Posted by Bumblebee21 on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:28am CDT
Nice list
What about combiner wars groove
What about combiner wars groove
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796809)
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:34am CDT
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:34am CDT
I believe the 2007 movie deluxe Arcee should be on this list as well. Her bike mode is one of the most realistic and fits the movie universe perfectly. Her robot mode is also exceptional as well, even to the point where she even still has her energon crossbow integrated right into the mode.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796810)
Posted by Sammythekat on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:39am CDT
No, that's referring to the 2nd honorable mention of RTS Wreck-Gar, who's handles are notoriously fragile if ya screw up the transformation.
Posted by Sammythekat on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:39am CDT
Gauntlet101010 wrote:There are breakage issues on FE Arcee?
No, that's referring to the 2nd honorable mention of RTS Wreck-Gar, who's handles are notoriously fragile if ya screw up the transformation.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796812)
Posted by Mr Skram on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:58am CDT
Posted by Mr Skram on June 11th, 2016 @ 10:58am CDT
I've always wanted Brimstone, and now I'm gonna have to hunt down Oil Slick. Man that thing is cool!
I haven't had many motorcycle Transformers. My first was Iguanus. I also had movie Arcee much later on but that one frustrated me enough to get rid of it. Shame too because I still have the other two bike sisters. Would have been cool to make the unofficial, but obviously planned at some point, combiner.
I haven't had many motorcycle Transformers. My first was Iguanus. I also had movie Arcee much later on but that one frustrated me enough to get rid of it. Shame too because I still have the other two bike sisters. Would have been cool to make the unofficial, but obviously planned at some point, combiner.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796813)
Posted by Va'al on June 11th, 2016 @ 11:18am CDT
An evil scientist motorbike with chain weapons. Of course he's cool.
Posted by Va'al on June 11th, 2016 @ 11:18am CDT
Mr Skram wrote:I've always wanted Brimstone, and now I'm gonna have to hunt down Oil Slick. Man that thing is cool!
An evil scientist motorbike with chain weapons. Of course he's cool.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796816)
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on June 11th, 2016 @ 11:35am CDT
Posted by Targetmaster Kup on June 11th, 2016 @ 11:35am CDT
What about Chromia?
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796825)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:09pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:09pm CDT
I regret deeply to not have taken Brimstone that time at Walmart. Because of the Québec "accurate price" law, I could had him for free with the other scouts I took. Oh well.
For me, I would have bumped Animated Prowl off the list because Oilslick is the TRUE #1 and for a !one toy per line" principle. At #2 or #3, I would have put Armada Sideways. A truly great TF with a very fun gimmick. It's a bike with basically 3 robot modes, and two minicons that can combine to form a bigger one (and a bike rider to boot). That's a lot of toy and playability in one neat package. Any TF bike lovers are missing out if they don't have him.
For me, I would have bumped Animated Prowl off the list because Oilslick is the TRUE #1 and for a !one toy per line" principle. At #2 or #3, I would have put Armada Sideways. A truly great TF with a very fun gimmick. It's a bike with basically 3 robot modes, and two minicons that can combine to form a bigger one (and a bike rider to boot). That's a lot of toy and playability in one neat package. Any TF bike lovers are missing out if they don't have him.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796827)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:10pm CDT
Not at all. Buy with confidence.
The one who is made out of glass is the RTS Wreck-Garr mold. Avoid. Especially the overpriced Platinum set.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:10pm CDT
Gauntlet101010 wrote:There are breakage issues on FE Arcee?
This is a great list. Good choices.
Not at all. Buy with confidence.
The one who is made out of glass is the RTS Wreck-Garr mold. Avoid. Especially the overpriced Platinum set.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796831)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:14pm CDT
I agree completely. She's my fave bike Transformer by far and my fave toy of any Arcee in general. I've had several of them over the years including the Black Arcee exclusive to Japan (which I miss greatly but needed money so had to sell) I love the badass biker chick thing she's kinda got going on in robot mode which suits the gorgeous alt mode perfectly.
Aw, found my pic from 2008 that shows both regular and black variants together. Precious memories. Of the figures I mean. My life in 2008 was hell. Thank primus for lovely transformers figures to distract me from bad things.
Also found this old shot of purple Arcee striking a cool pose likely aiming at airborne Decepticons.
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:14pm CDT
SFXPrime wrote:I believe the 2007 movie deluxe Arcee should be on this list as well. Her bike mode is one of the most realistic and fits the movie universe perfectly. Her robot mode is also exceptional as well, even to the point where she even still has her energon crossbow integrated right into the mode.
I agree completely. She's my fave bike Transformer by far and my fave toy of any Arcee in general. I've had several of them over the years including the Black Arcee exclusive to Japan (which I miss greatly but needed money so had to sell) I love the badass biker chick thing she's kinda got going on in robot mode which suits the gorgeous alt mode perfectly.
Aw, found my pic from 2008 that shows both regular and black variants together. Precious memories. Of the figures I mean. My life in 2008 was hell. Thank primus for lovely transformers figures to distract me from bad things.
Also found this old shot of purple Arcee striking a cool pose likely aiming at airborne Decepticons.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796834)
Posted by Optimum Supreme on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:27pm CDT
Posted by Optimum Supreme on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:27pm CDT
If Wreckgar is too broken for the list, Junk..uh..heap? Yard? What name did they give his remold? Anyway, that guy doesn't seem to have the same issues, so he should have been on.
Armada Sideways was mentioned above and I can't say I'd have put him on. Yeah, he was cool in idea, but the execution wasn't that great. It would be awesome if they'd CHUG him up though.
Armada Sideways was mentioned above and I can't say I'd have put him on. Yeah, he was cool in idea, but the execution wasn't that great. It would be awesome if they'd CHUG him up though.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796835)
Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:32pm CDT
It was said in the discussion we had on broken toys a few weeks ago that every version of that mold is prone to the breakage issue. I just trusted the community and took their word for it.
So who would you guys have removed from this list to replace with Movie Arcee? And where would you place her?
Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:32pm CDT
Optimum Supreme wrote:If Wreckgar is too broken for the list, Junk..uh..heap? Yard? What name did they give his remold? Anyway, that guy doesn't seem to have the same issues, so he should have been on.
It was said in the discussion we had on broken toys a few weeks ago that every version of that mold is prone to the breakage issue. I just trusted the community and took their word for it.
Carnivius_Prime wrote:SFXPrime wrote:I believe the 2007 movie deluxe Arcee should be on this list as well. Her bike mode is one of the most realistic and fits the movie universe perfectly. Her robot mode is also exceptional as well, even to the point where she even still has her energon crossbow integrated right into the mode.
I agree completely. She's my fave bike Transformer by far and my fave toy of any Arcee in general. I've had several of them over the years including the Black Arcee exclusive to Japan (which I miss greatly but needed money so had to sell) I love the badass biker chick thing she's kinda got going on in robot mode which suits the gorgeous alt mode perfectly.
So who would you guys have removed from this list to replace with Movie Arcee? And where would you place her?
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796840)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:41pm CDT
Well for me she'd be number one cos I love her plenty as I said despite maybe some flaws in articulation (I'd like if her hands could at least open and hold something) and kibble (I like the half-tires though even if they can be a pain to secure probably and not swing down, it's mainly the front part of the bike with the windshield. I don't mind that it hangs down behind her but it makes it difficult to sit her down for poses). I'm not keen on most of the ones on the list mainly for aesthetic reasons. I don't like the cartoony Animated style and RID's style just looks too blocky for me no matter how well the engineering may have been done on those particular figures. I'd certainly have RTS Wreck Gar up there cos I never had an issue with his handlebars at all. The Prime Arcee is ok.
Oh and I had lil Brimstone and he was fun but for some reason mine snapped in several places shortly after purchasing brand new. :/
Looking at my above pic of my 2007 Arcees I'm really regretting having to had to sell the Black one. I usually don't like black repaints cos I find them dull but it works well on her especially with the other colours providing highlights and details. (and yes I did do minor repaint work on purple Arcee's head. I really like the sculpt and the 'hair' thing but she does appear to have a black moustache out of the box)
Energon Arcee was a fun figure if a little squat and chunky.
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on June 11th, 2016 @ 12:41pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:So who would you guys have removed from this list to replace with Movie Arcee? And where would you place her?
Well for me she'd be number one cos I love her plenty as I said despite maybe some flaws in articulation (I'd like if her hands could at least open and hold something) and kibble (I like the half-tires though even if they can be a pain to secure probably and not swing down, it's mainly the front part of the bike with the windshield. I don't mind that it hangs down behind her but it makes it difficult to sit her down for poses). I'm not keen on most of the ones on the list mainly for aesthetic reasons. I don't like the cartoony Animated style and RID's style just looks too blocky for me no matter how well the engineering may have been done on those particular figures. I'd certainly have RTS Wreck Gar up there cos I never had an issue with his handlebars at all. The Prime Arcee is ok.
Oh and I had lil Brimstone and he was fun but for some reason mine snapped in several places shortly after purchasing brand new. :/
Looking at my above pic of my 2007 Arcees I'm really regretting having to had to sell the Black one. I usually don't like black repaints cos I find them dull but it works well on her especially with the other colours providing highlights and details. (and yes I did do minor repaint work on purple Arcee's head. I really like the sculpt and the 'hair' thing but she does appear to have a black moustache out of the box)
Energon Arcee was a fun figure if a little squat and chunky.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796861)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:13pm CDT
Posted by Megatron Wolf on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:13pm CDT
Should replace prime arcee with first edition arcee, TFP just curls up in a ball and falls on her face to become a bike, FE actually has a transformation and looks a hell of alot better. Lets also not forget FE has more paint apps and better quality/looking plastic. I also agree that movie arcee should've at least been mentioned, the head sculpt is horrible but the overall toy is pretty good. Personally my favorite is TFP legion flamewar, for a legion she has a good amount of paint apps and both modes look great plus both wheels go in the legs thus freeing it from the backpack unlike all the others.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796862)
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:15pm CDT
I would definitely put movie Arcee as number 1 for me. I just love the realism of her motorcycle mode, it just looks so cool! I still have unopened from I bought it all the way back in '07. It makes me sad too because I could have seen Arcee in the movie as an actual member of the team and not some stupid looking wheel bot thing like in the second one. This robot mode has an actual body and looks fantastic to me.
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:15pm CDT
Carnivius_Prime wrote:william-james88 wrote:So who would you guys have removed from this list to replace with Movie Arcee? And where would you place her?
Well for me she'd be number one cos I love her plenty as I said despite maybe some flaws in articulation (I'd like if her hands could at least open and hold something) and kibble (I like the half-tires though even if they can be a pain to secure probably and not swing down, it's mainly the front part of the bike with the windshield. I don't mind that it hangs down behind her but it makes it difficult to sit her down for poses). I'm not keen on most of the ones on the list mainly for aesthetic reasons. I don't like the cartoony Animated style and RID's style just looks too blocky for me no matter how well the engineering may have been done on those particular figures. I'd certainly have RTS Wreck Gar up there cos I never had an issue with his handlebars at all. The Prime Arcee is ok.
Oh and I had lil Brimstone and he was fun but for some reason mine snapped in several places shortly after purchasing brand new. :/
Looking at my above pic of my 2007 Arcees I'm really regretting having to had to sell the Black one. I usually don't like black repaints cos I find them dull but it works well on her especially with the other colours providing highlights and details. (and yes I did do minor repaint work on purple Arcee's head. I really like the sculpt and the 'hair' thing but she does appear to have a black moustache out of the box)
Energon Arcee was a fun figure if a little squat and chunky.
I would definitely put movie Arcee as number 1 for me. I just love the realism of her motorcycle mode, it just looks so cool! I still have unopened from I bought it all the way back in '07. It makes me sad too because I could have seen Arcee in the movie as an actual member of the team and not some stupid looking wheel bot thing like in the second one. This robot mode has an actual body and looks fantastic to me.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796864)
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:20pm CDT
Awesome pictures dude! I never had an opportunity to get that black Arcee at all so consider yourself fortunate to have even held that beautiful figure! My life has been miserable as well but I always have my Transformers and my imagination to get me through the dark times as well.
Posted by SFXPrime on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:20pm CDT
Carnivius_Prime wrote:SFXPrime wrote:I believe the 2007 movie deluxe Arcee should be on this list as well. Her bike mode is one of the most realistic and fits the movie universe perfectly. Her robot mode is also exceptional as well, even to the point where she even still has her energon crossbow integrated right into the mode.
I agree completely. She's my fave bike Transformer by far and my fave toy of any Arcee in general. I've had several of them over the years including the Black Arcee exclusive to Japan (which I miss greatly but needed money so had to sell) I love the badass biker chick thing she's kinda got going on in robot mode which suits the gorgeous alt mode perfectly.
Aw, found my pic from 2008 that shows both regular and black variants together. Precious memories. Of the figures I mean. My life in 2008 was hell. Thank primus for lovely transformers figures to distract me from bad things.
Also found this old shot of purple Arcee striking a cool pose likely aiming at airborne Decepticons.
Awesome pictures dude! I never had an opportunity to get that black Arcee at all so consider yourself fortunate to have even held that beautiful figure! My life has been miserable as well but I always have my Transformers and my imagination to get me through the dark times as well.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796871)
Posted by Va'al on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:34pm CDT
Chromia was included by Counterpunch in his Arcee write-up!
Posted by Va'al on June 11th, 2016 @ 2:34pm CDT
Nik Hero wrote:What about Chromia?
Chromia was included by Counterpunch in his Arcee write-up!
There are a variety of delightful, high quality redecos like Chromia and the Queen of the Racing World, Flareup to choose from. So find a biker lady to ride with before someone ships them out from under you.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796882)
Posted by Evil Eye on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:04pm CDT
Posted by Evil Eye on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:04pm CDT
Nice list! Sadly Arcee is a victim of the horrendously shoddy plastic of the era (which we still haven't fully recovered from)- mine decided she'd had enough and took a shelf dive, resulting in one of her motorbike mode sticky-out-bit...things snapping off. A shame, as they can be used to mount the cannon on. Now her resale value is ruined I'm tempted to customize her into Chromia with the Shapeways head by Tekrom Designs.
Dreadful plastic aside though she is a great toy. I wish more figures had balljointed wrists.
Dreadful plastic aside though she is a great toy. I wish more figures had balljointed wrists.
Re: Top 5 Best Motorcycle (Motorbike) Transformers Toys (1796883)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:10pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:10pm CDT
Speaking of the RiD Prime Arcee mold, I.m pretty fond of Botcon Flamewar. That's one amazing repaint of the BH remold and make for one superb looking and unique character.
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Posted by Evil Eye on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:24pm CDT
I want this toy, partly because the only other Flamewar toys are the tiny Legion figure and the ancient Energon Arcee redeco, but mostly because she starred in the comic that made Walky and his cronies sh*t their pants with rage.
Posted by Evil Eye on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:24pm CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:Speaking of the RiD Prime Arcee mold, I.m pretty fond of Botcon Flamewar. That's one amazing repaint of the BH remold and make for one superb looking and unique character.
I want this toy, partly because the only other Flamewar toys are the tiny Legion figure and the ancient Energon Arcee redeco, but mostly because she starred in the comic that made Walky and his cronies sh*t their pants with rage.
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Posted by shajaki on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:43pm CDT
Posted by shajaki on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:43pm CDT
It'd be a short list for me, but:
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Posted by Flashwave on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:56pm CDT
Posted by Flashwave on June 11th, 2016 @ 3:56pm CDT
For me, RID Sideways needs an honorable mention. Its an old mold, but I love the rear wheel turbines a la Generations SandStoem. Also, while Animated Prowl is a great mold on his own, thw Sidecar deserves a mention
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Posted by thunderjacker on June 11th, 2016 @ 4:00pm CDT
Posted by thunderjacker on June 11th, 2016 @ 4:00pm CDT
this is a great list but i just wanted to add energon arcee and rotf reverb. both great figures in the best class for bikes, scout.
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Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on June 11th, 2016 @ 4:09pm CDT
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on June 11th, 2016 @ 4:09pm CDT
WAAAT! No Armada Nightbeat? THIS LIST SUCKS!
For real, great list. Brimstone is a favorite of mine. I really like the Beast Hunters Arcee, but I would have LOVED to get my hands on the Flamewar repaint. The only other one I would have put on there is 2007 movie Arcee, but only because she's got some legs on her and I like that.
For real, great list. Brimstone is a favorite of mine. I really like the Beast Hunters Arcee, but I would have LOVED to get my hands on the Flamewar repaint. The only other one I would have put on there is 2007 movie Arcee, but only because she's got some legs on her and I like that.
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Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 5:59pm CDT
I made sure to mention him in this list though.
Thanks for all your comments and feedback guys, I love these discussions and learning what everyone likes and feels is the best. And it helps give any new fan new to the hobby more options about what to get beyond this list.
Something I always find pretty cool is the mention of movie toys. When movie lines come out, you would think those figures were the bane of the fan world. But it turns out fans are all unique, there is no big angry mob, its just a few loud people and most of us simply have different tastes. So its nice to see a lot of love for movie toys in the comments since it compliments their lack of mention on the list itself, like that anyone reading the list and comments will have the most thorough understanding of the good motorcycle transformers out there.
And Shajaki, I take it you arent a fan of the animated aesthetic right?
Also, those liking the Prowl sidecar and Energon Arcee, those toys will be getting mentionned in other lists this year, so stay tuned
Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 5:59pm CDT
Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:WAAAT! No Armada Nightbeat? THIS LIST SUCKS!
I made sure to mention him in this list though.
Thanks for all your comments and feedback guys, I love these discussions and learning what everyone likes and feels is the best. And it helps give any new fan new to the hobby more options about what to get beyond this list.
Something I always find pretty cool is the mention of movie toys. When movie lines come out, you would think those figures were the bane of the fan world. But it turns out fans are all unique, there is no big angry mob, its just a few loud people and most of us simply have different tastes. So its nice to see a lot of love for movie toys in the comments since it compliments their lack of mention on the list itself, like that anyone reading the list and comments will have the most thorough understanding of the good motorcycle transformers out there.
And Shajaki, I take it you arent a fan of the animated aesthetic right?
Also, those liking the Prowl sidecar and Energon Arcee, those toys will be getting mentionned in other lists this year, so stay tuned
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Posted by shajaki on June 11th, 2016 @ 6:08pm CDT
Posted by shajaki on June 11th, 2016 @ 6:08pm CDT
Not necessarily. It was just a time when I wasn't collecting, so I currently have experienced very little from the line.william-james88 wrote:And Shajaki, I take it you arent a fan of the animated aesthetic right?
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Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 6:15pm CDT
The good news is that many fans are still torn on it (as with the movie aesthetic) and there is a lot of product out there so the demand isnt that high and anyone who wants to get into them doesnt have to spend that big a fortune. And even the Takara versions are cheap (but that's because there is very little demand for those).
Posted by william-james88 on June 11th, 2016 @ 6:15pm CDT
shajaki wrote:Not necessarily. It was just a time when I wasn't collecting, so I currently have experienced very little from the line.william-james88 wrote:And Shajaki, I take it you arent a fan of the animated aesthetic right?
The good news is that many fans are still torn on it (as with the movie aesthetic) and there is a lot of product out there so the demand isnt that high and anyone who wants to get into them doesnt have to spend that big a fortune. And even the Takara versions are cheap
(but that's because there is very little demand for those).
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Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 7:13pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 11th, 2016 @ 7:13pm CDT
Just got it today. Greatness of RiD DX Fracture is confirmed. 
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Posted by Mechastrike on June 11th, 2016 @ 8:57pm CDT
Posted by Mechastrike on June 11th, 2016 @ 8:57pm CDT
WOW! never thought a TFA figure would be # 1. didn't know Prowl could do a "lotus" position.
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Posted by dragons on June 11th, 2016 @ 9:33pm CDT
Posted by dragons on June 11th, 2016 @ 9:33pm CDT
That's how you do proper gijoe transformers crossover dreadnock riding transformer that can actually transform
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Posted by Giant Purple Griffin on June 12th, 2016 @ 7:15am CDT
Posted by Giant Purple Griffin on June 12th, 2016 @ 7:15am CDT
For some reason I've always loved these guys:
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Posted by Va'al on June 12th, 2016 @ 7:24am CDT
That figure is probably one of the most posable out there. And with virtually no kibble or cheating parts.
I used to have a soft spot for those too, and for a while they were the only mold available easily in Italy. I've since not really cared about it that much, once I dabbled with Prowl, I'll admit. The hanging panels started being more noticeable than I wanted, and the wheel transformation just felt cheaper than what Prowl can do.
Still, I do agree that the Scout class was a treasure trove of bikey goodness.
Posted by Va'al on June 12th, 2016 @ 7:24am CDT
Mechastrike wrote:WOW! never thought a TFA figure would be # 1. didn't know Prowl could do a "lotus" position.
That figure is probably one of the most posable out there. And with virtually no kibble or cheating parts.
thunderjacker wrote:this is a great list but i just wanted to add energon arcee and rotf reverb. both great figures in the best class for bikes, scout.
Giant Purple Griffin wrote:For some reason I've always loved these guys:
I used to have a soft spot for those too, and for a while they were the only mold available easily in Italy. I've since not really cared about it that much, once I dabbled with Prowl, I'll admit. The hanging panels started being more noticeable than I wanted, and the wheel transformation just felt cheaper than what Prowl can do.
Still, I do agree that the Scout class was a treasure trove of bikey goodness.
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Posted by william-james88 on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:31am CDT
With some working out better than others...
Transformers Cybertron Lugnutz (Road Storm) Gallery
And yeah, I am surprised to see some people surprised by this number 1, it was probably the easiest number 1 to decide for a list (aside from Best Grimlock toy) simply because Prowl is just such a standout figure in every way.
Posted by william-james88 on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:31am CDT
Dr Va'al wrote:Still, I do agree that the Scout class was a treasure trove of bikey goodness.
With some working out better than others...
Transformers Cybertron Lugnutz (Road Storm) Gallery
And yeah, I am surprised to see some people surprised by this number 1, it was probably the easiest number 1 to decide for a list (aside from Best Grimlock toy) simply because Prowl is just such a standout figure in every way.
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Posted by Evil Eye on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:42am CDT
Posted by Evil Eye on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:42am CDT
I'd like to nominate G2 Road Rocket as a runner-up. Crazy articulated for the time, great vehicle mode and an awesome robot mode. Don't own him myself, but if I had the space/money for a "vintage" display he'd be in there.
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Posted by Va'al on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:53am CDT
You mean this one?
Transformers Generation 2 Road Rocket Gallery
It looks SO G2 it HURTS.
Posted by Va'al on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:53am CDT
Delta Magnus wrote:I'd like to nominate G2 Road Rocket as a runner-up. Crazy articulated for the time, great vehicle mode and an awesome robot mode. Don't own him myself, but if I had the space/money for a "vintage" display he'd be in there.
You mean this one?
Transformers Generation 2 Road Rocket Gallery
It looks SO G2 it HURTS.
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Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:34pm CDT
also agreed. She's really underrated overall.
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on June 12th, 2016 @ 8:34pm CDT
SFXPrime wrote:I believe the 2007 movie deluxe Arcee should be on this list as well. Her bike mode is one of the most realistic and fits the movie universe perfectly. Her robot mode is also exceptional as well, even to the point where she even still has her energon crossbow integrated right into the mode.
also agreed. She's really underrated overall.
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Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:37pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:37pm CDT
animated Prowl leads this thing by long shots. That is a great figure and is one of only (just tonight 3) animated figures that I have. I have the samurai version with the sidecar and I love it. and it is so tall! And posable! easily #1.
And Will: you must have listened to me saying Fracture was a good second!
And Will: you must have listened to me saying Fracture was a good second!
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Posted by william-james88 on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:54pm CDT
I like to incorporate what I find said by the community as much as possible in these lists
Posted by william-james88 on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:54pm CDT
D-Maximus_Primal wrote:animated Prowl leads this thing by long shots. That is a great figure and is one of only (just tonight 3) animated figures that I have. I have the samurai version with the sidecar and I love it. and it is so tall! And posable! easily #1.
And Will: you must have listened to me saying Fracture was a good second!
I like to incorporate what I find said by the community as much as possible in these lists
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Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:56pm CDT
You did good mi amigo, you did very good
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on June 12th, 2016 @ 9:56pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:D-Maximus_Primal wrote:animated Prowl leads this thing by long shots. That is a great figure and is one of only (just tonight 3) animated figures that I have. I have the samurai version with the sidecar and I love it. and it is so tall! And posable! easily #1.
And Will: you must have listened to me saying Fracture was a good second!
I like to incorporate what I find said by the community as much as possible in these lists
You did good mi amigo, you did very good
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Posted by Rainmaker on June 12th, 2016 @ 10:01pm CDT
Posted by Rainmaker on June 12th, 2016 @ 10:01pm CDT
Animated Prowl is a beaut! Highly poseable and still has an awesome robot mode even though he has a bike alt
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Posted by CaptainMagic on June 13th, 2016 @ 8:49pm CDT
Maybe he meant Road Pig instead. Because that is a super fun toy. The leg's broken off of mine and it still has a place on my shelf. And yeah, it hasn't necessarily aged that well either from an aesthetic point of view either, but at least it isn't bright orange.
Posted by CaptainMagic on June 13th, 2016 @ 8:49pm CDT
Dr Va'al wrote:Delta Magnus wrote:I'd like to nominate G2 Road Rocket as a runner-up. Crazy articulated for the time, great vehicle mode and an awesome robot mode. Don't own him myself, but if I had the space/money for a "vintage" display he'd be in there.
You mean this one?
Transformers Generation 2 Road Rocket Gallery
It looks SO G2 it HURTS.
Maybe he meant Road Pig instead. Because that is a super fun toy. The leg's broken off of mine and it still has a place on my shelf. And yeah, it hasn't necessarily aged that well either from an aesthetic point of view either, but at least it isn't bright orange.
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Posted by william-james88 on June 14th, 2016 @ 10:00pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on June 14th, 2016 @ 10:00pm CDT
You guys want to know something cool about Roadrocket, the G2 bike that was mentionned? He was reused in the microman line as a piloted motorcycle:
And speaking of microman, they are a takara line that had transforming motorcycles too. But they transformed from casettes to motorcycles, its pretty cool:
http://www.microforever.com/cassettemachines.htm
And speaking of microman, they are a takara line that had transforming motorcycles too. But they transformed from casettes to motorcycles, its pretty cool:
http://www.microforever.com/cassettemachines.htm
