Morgan has unveiled its new Threewheeler, a modern reinterpretation of the iconic Threewheeler model, produced from 1909 to 1953. Among the features are a 1.8 liter Harley Davidson engine combined with a weight of just 500 kg.
Morgan ThreewheelerMorgan has released the first details and computer-generated renderings of the new Threewheler, expected to be launched next year.
Homologated as a motorcycle, it will be powered by the "Screaming Eagle" 1800 cc engine from Harley Davidson coupled with a Mazda 5 speed gearbox.
Focused on simplicity and reliability, the new Threewheeler is based on a structure made of a tubular frame and two rollover bars that surround the passenger compartment.
The V-twin 100hp engine is mounted at the front, ahead of the body, which is built using superformed aluminum and rivets.
Morgan ThreewheelerAmong the rétro-inspired elements are the wire wheels, the front headlights and the twin flyscreens.
The side view is dominated by the two straight black exhaust pipes.
The essential interior features a two-seats bench with no headrests. The frame is exposed and the aircraft-styled dashboard has a 'Bomb release' style start button.
Thanks to the weight lower than 500 kg the new Threewheeler will achieve an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, and will combine high performances – top speed of 185 km/h, 0-60 mph sprint in 4.5 seconds – with good fuel economy.
The Morgan Threewheeler (1909-1953)
The success of the Morgan Motor Company was founded on the manufacture of an icon, the Morgan Threewheeler. This design by engineer Harry Morgan (HFS) became one of the most successful lightweight cars of the early days of motoring.
From 1909 to 1953 around 30,000 Morgan Threewheelers were manufactured in Malvern and many more were made under license by Darmont Morgan in France. For many lucky owners it was their first experience of the freedom that car ownership could bring.
Fast acceleration combined with a cruising range of over 50 miles to a gallon of petrol was an unbeatable combination in the day.
On the race track the car became very successful, famously winning the French Grand Prix in 1913 and regularly lapping the banked Brooklands track at an average speed of over 100 mph. Stirling Moss who owned one is on record as saying "My Morgan was a great babe magnet".
(Source: Morgan)
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