The Marotti is 'a vision which has become a reality', says the press release from the company that accompanies these pictures. Whether it's a reality we want to be part of, we're not quite sure yet, although the idea of a 100bhp, 440kgs tricycle certainly has its merits!
According to the Marotti website, this mad jet fighter-inspired machine could be yours for 24,999 euros, and although the images in the gallery appear to be a prototype they do offered a pre-production specification to help you make your mind up.
"Marotti is a combination of the cutting-edge motorcycle and car technology, which has resulted in the production of a vehicle as dynamic as a motorcycle and, at the same time, as safe and easy to drive as a car," the company says.
The trike is equipped with a 750cc Honda V4 engine placed in a steel frame. "It impels the back wheel with a chain assuring required dynamics of the back axle," it adds, amusingly.
"Its sporty character is intensified by an extremely low center of gravity and aerodynamic shape of the bodywork equipped with additional elements for the air intakes and interior air flows such as a front spoiler, flat floor, and back stabilizers. Power-to-weight ratio amounting to about 4.4 hp/kg assures a good pick-up and very dynamic acceleration, whereas its low weight and sport tires result in achieving high speed while taking a turn.
Fun guaranteed!" Indeed...
* engine and gear box: Honda V4, 750 cm3, 100 hp at 11000 1/min, 6 speed sequential gearbox, electric reverse gear,
* weight: 440 kg,
* length: 3200 mm,
* width: 1800 mm,
* tires: front 255/45R17, back 275/45R17,
* suspension: front - double rocker arm, back - roller rocker arm, shock absorption system fully regulated,
* brakes: disk brakes without brake assist.