Morgan 3 wheeler

Gas Man · 02-26-2011, 01:24 PM

Morgan, the iconic British brand founded by Harry Morgan, is launching this new 3 Wheeler model with a sporty bullet shape and exposed chassis design reminiscent of the 30′s but updated with a 21st century technology (see design evolution in a video after the jump.) How to call this machine with a “Race On Sunday” philosophy? A Trike, Sport Car, Speeding Bullet, Pod Racer? Let others decide when you start and launch down the road your missile equipped with a polished S&S fuel injected V-Twin engine (approved on US and European roads) mated to a Mazda 5 speed transmission with reverse. Let’s trust Morgan when they state that weight of the engine is counterbalanced by the mass of the passengers and that this 3 Wheeler has a planted feel with a very low centre of gravity to ensure it remains glued to the road.

Unique decals are available and include special designs including US military and British Air Force inspired logos, oval racing numbers and stripes, a fearsome shark nose, chequered winner’s bonnet, official national flags and the Morgan wings. Bespoke leather and paint, polished engine, stainless steel tailpipes, cowl, polished cowl,headlamps and roll hoops are extra cost options. Pricing starts at £ 25,000 (US$34,500). Morgan Motor UK.

A little history video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=9XnBlMBUqjM

And to see more pics check Cyril's Blog

What do you think? I think it's sweet, but the price tag hurts.

derf · 02-26-2011, 02:27 PM

Not impressed, cool idea, age old design, neat car, but id just doesnt get a rise out of me

Avatard · 02-26-2011, 02:48 PM

Steam-punkish. Do like.

Rather retro-futuristic, and kinda art-deco. A faded poster of one, leaning forward into the wind, with painted wisps trailing behind it is pinned on the old garage wall in your mind.

It probably registers as a bike in most places, gets good mileage, is super practical (in a totally race car impractical kinda way), and looks totally retro doing it.

Love it.

Gas Man · 02-26-2011, 03:11 PM

Yep... exactly what you said Avatard

Trip · 02-26-2011, 05:34 PM

Put a fourth wheel on it. 3 wheels are retarded, especially when they are that skinny.

Avatard · 02-26-2011, 05:43 PM

There's English 3 wheelers done right:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liDdhfXD1tk

And then there's English 3-wheelers done wrong:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQh56geU0X8

Gas Man · 02-26-2011, 06:01 PM

The Robin... I loved that episode.

Mikey · 02-27-2011, 12:54 AM

I dig that.

I think it would be cool if something like that was offered as a kit that would accept an I4 motorcycle engine and cost less than $10K. I'm thinking that same retro styling, but with something like a Hayabusa/GSXR1000 powerplant and some better rubber.

Edit: Got interested, and started looking. Lots of cool stuff over here, including three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and shifter karts. If I can find a way to afford it, I will seriously consider selling my Formula to build one.

Adeptus_Minor · 02-27-2011, 01:27 AM

Little, quirky, British... I love it.

02-26-2011, 01:24 PM	#1
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	Morgan 3 wheeler From Cyril's Blog Morgan, the iconic British brand founded by Harry Morgan, is launching this new 3 Wheeler model with a sporty bullet shape and exposed chassis design reminiscent of the 30′s but updated with a 21st century technology (see design evolution in a video after the jump.) How to call this machine with a “Race On Sunday” philosophy? A Trike, Sport Car, Speeding Bullet, Pod Racer? Let others decide when you start and launch down the road your missile equipped with a polished S&S fuel injected V-Twin engine (approved on US and European roads) mated to a Mazda 5 speed transmission with reverse. Let’s trust Morgan when they state that weight of the engine is counterbalanced by the mass of the passengers and that this 3 Wheeler has a planted feel with a very low centre of gravity to ensure it remains glued to the road. Unique decals are available and include special designs including US military and British Air Force inspired logos, oval racing numbers and stripes, a fearsome shark nose, chequered winner’s bonnet, official national flags and the Morgan wings. Bespoke leather and paint, polished engine, stainless steel tailpipes, cowl, polished cowl,headlamps and roll hoops are extra cost options. Pricing starts at £ 25,000 (US$34,500). Morgan Motor UK. A little history video http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=9XnBlMBUqjM And to see more pics check Cyril's Blog What do you think? I think it's sweet, but the price tag hurts. __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

02-26-2011, 02:27 PM	#2
derf token jewboy Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: CBR 900, KLR ugly ass duckling, Gas Man Posts: 10,799	Not impressed, cool idea, age old design, neat car, but id just doesnt get a rise out of me __________________

02-26-2011, 02:48 PM	#3
Avatard Crotch Rocket Curmudgeon Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Here to integrity Moto: Li'l red baby Ninja Posts: 7,482	Steam-punkish. Do like. Rather retro-futuristic, and kinda art-deco. A faded poster of one, leaning forward into the wind, with painted wisps trailing behind it is pinned on the old garage wall in your mind. It probably registers as a bike in most places, gets good mileage, is super practical (in a totally race car impractical kinda way), and looks totally retro doing it. Love it. __________________ Insert free thought here.

02-26-2011, 03:11 PM	#4
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	Yep... exactly what you said Avatard __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

02-26-2011, 05:43 PM	#6
Avatard Crotch Rocket Curmudgeon Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Here to integrity Moto: Li'l red baby Ninja Posts: 7,482	Well... There's English 3 wheelers done right: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liDdhfXD1tk And then there's English 3-wheelers done wrong: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQh56geU0X8 __________________ Insert free thought here.

02-26-2011, 06:01 PM	#7
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	The Robin... I loved that episode. __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

02-27-2011, 12:54 AM	#8
Mikey Raving Lunatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas Moto: Concours 14 ABS, ZX6E Posts: 902	I dig that. I think it would be cool if something like that was offered as a kit that would accept an I4 motorcycle engine and cost less than $10K. I'm thinking that same retro styling, but with something like a Hayabusa/GSXR1000 powerplant and some better rubber. Edit: Got interested, and started looking. Lots of cool stuff over here, including three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and shifter karts. If I can find a way to afford it, I will seriously consider selling my Formula to build one. __________________ Slow is smooth, smooth is fast. Last edited by Mikey; 02-27-2011 at 01:25 AM..

02-27-2011, 01:27 AM	#9
Adeptus_Minor Hopster Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Austin, TX Moto: 2009 Buell 1125R Posts: 4,743	Little, quirky, British... I love it. __________________ “Well, obviously before; after was all gendarmes and dick stitches.”