Building a Niche Network With Multiple Domains

I just found an example of probably one of the best niche networks that I have seen to date. A niche network can either be one singular domain or multiple domains connected together. The network always begins with one theme or topic and then drills down vertically to exploit the theme. These networks can go deep if built correctly, this is why they can also be called vertical networks. This is an excellent example of a niche network using a interconnecting domains.

NICHE NETWORK EXAMPLE:
Theme: Motorcycles
Domain: Motorcycle.com

Millions of people world wide ride and love motorcycles and this site is paradise for those motorcycle fans. But that’s not all!

If you scroll to the bottom of the page you will discover a very detailed listing of another twenty four motorcycle websites. As you jump from one site to the next you will notice something interesting.

The layout is identical. They essentially used the same software and simply cloned the site only changing the skin or design of the site.

HOW THEY DID THIS:
This niche network appears to be built out of vbulletin forums. Vbulletin.com an online forums software with a lifetime license starting around $185.00 per year.

So essentially they launched an entire niche network off of a budget of around than $5000

* Don’t forget to add design fees, photo royalties, server, bandwidth, domains etc..

LETS LOOK AT SOME STATS:
www.v-twinforum.com = Members: 64,887
www.1130cc.com = Members: 24,429
www.harley-davidsonforums.com = Members: 1,715
www. buellchat.com = Members: 106
www.ktmforums.com = Members: 288
www.victoryforums.com = Members: 177
www.gixxer.com = Members: 104,260
www.gsxr.com = Members: 33,008
www.sportbikes.net = Members: 81,000
www.esportbike.com = Members: 52,492
www.sportbikeworld.com = Members: 54,580
www.r1-forum.com = Members: 87,481
www.ducatimonster.org = Members: 24,449
www.ducati.ms = Members: 16,445
www.apriliatalk.com = Members: 221
www.triumphrat.net = Members: 19,509
www.twowheelforum.com = Members: 20,514
www.r6-forum.com = Members: 37,558
www.kawiforums.com = Members: 31,073
www.vulcanforums.com = Members: 697
www.zxforums.com = Members: 13,682
www.600rr.net = Members: 31,420
www.1000rr.net = Members: 11,166
www.r6messagenet.com = Members: 31,516

Total Network Membership Base: 742,673

THE POWER IS IN THE NETWORK
If you notice they only have one very valuable domain. Motorcycle.com
Everything elese is so niche it fades out on it’s own.

BUILD FROM THE CENTER OUT:
You will notice that the main key is to build your network out from a center point.
One theme, one main idea or niche concept. You could do exactly the same idea with scooters, bikes, Hobbies, etc.

HOW TO CASH IN WITH MEMBERSHIPS:
Once you establish a network like this you have the potential to make alot of money. Each of these micro niche sites offers free accounts but for $15 you can get a premium membership and for $40 a lifetime.

SO LETS DO SOME MATH JUST FOR CURIOSITY SAKE (THIS IS NOT OFFICIAL)

Imagine If:

8% of each membership group gets a lifetime membership
15% of each group get a premium
77% of all members are Free

750,000 x .08 = 60,000 x $40 / year = $2,400,000.00
750,000 x .15 = 112,500 x $15 / year = $1,687,500

Estimated Total Yearly Membership Revenue: $4,087,500.00

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IMPORTANT: THIS IS ONLY AN ESTIMATE TO SHOW AN EXAMPLE OF HOW BUILDING A MICRO NICHE NETWORK OUT OF ONE IDEA CAN MAKE YOU A TON OF MONEY.

ALL OF THE MEMBERSHIP STATS WERE PULLED FROM THE SITES LISTED ON 8/15/08. THIS INFORMATION IS IN NO WAY CORRECT. ONLY A MATH EXAMPLE OF POTENTIAL SALES
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OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER
1. You need great content to attract members
2. Don’t forget domain name expenses, dedicated servers, bandwidth, technical support. et

3. This stuff takes time to build, it doesn’t happen over night.

BUT IF DONE RIGHT IT WILL LAST A LONG TIME AND PAY OFF BIG!!

* OH… Don’t forget revenue from google adwords and sponsored banners :)