I have to say, the new Maico really doesn't look all that different, especially considering that it's got Yamaha plastic. The metal tank is badass, and that gives it some points, but I can't actually say it looks spectacular compared to, say, one of those new 350F-style 125 KTMs we've been seeing pictures of. The main reason I like the new Maico is because it's a large-displacement two-stroke, it's got a proper steel frame, the numbers they've posted, and the motor looks awesome (cases shrink-wrapped around the internals). And I'm not going to lie, there's some brand-loyalty and some bias to German engineering in there too. Until the price goes down with years and (hopefully) increased production, I can't see myself buying one, though. Their older stuff is just too cool and too affordable.