2002 Merlin Roadster Made by Corbin Motors

MERLIN ROADSTER SPECS: TRANSMISSION: 4-speed manual with reverse ENGINE: 88 cubic inch V-Twin Harley-Davidson POWER: 66 HP MAX SPEED: 120 mph (base model) WEIGHT: 1200 lbs -- 800 lbs on front axle -- 400 lbs on rear GAS MILEAGE: 35-40 mpg BODY: Tubular steel racing chassis with fiberglass body panels FUEL CAPACITY: 8 gallon tankMERLIN ROADSTER BETACorbin Pacific. Mike Corbin and Corbin Motors to its fullest. launched this amazing Merlin Roadster in 2002. The concept was to produce a striking 3-wheel street-legal chariot. encompassing all of the advantages of the motorcycle…without any of the disadvantages of an automobile! This is an Ultra Rare reverse trike in Like New condition that was originally designed by Corbin Motors. From sales and production the exact figures are limited knowledge to just how many Beta Merlins Roadsters were made and released. Though we do know that the total Corbin Motors Beta Merlin Roadster Reverse Trikes that were completed and actually released on to the road were less than 20 (some historians speculate the total to be even fewer). Marlins qualify under the classification of Motorcycles for registration. The Corbin Motors ‘fleet’ were classified as legal to travel in the Carpool Lane. and may have gone on to enjoy other exemptions and concessions. However. despite this advantageous classification. circumstances were such that full-bore production was never realized. According to our information just a few Merlin Roadsters were sold. powered by Harley-Davidson’s 88-inch twin cam engine. fitted with fuel injection. For this model Corbin claimed 74 ft/lbs of torque. developing 75bhp. and driving thru three 40-profile 205/17 tires; indeed. the Merlin must be a unique driving experience. . This stunning body style with a unique scissor door covers a tubular steel frame wrapped around a generous open rider compartment with tilt steering. dashboard and all weather seating. It's a unique driving experience combining speed. power and precision with the freedom of the Harley Davidson motorcycle. It should be noted that every Merlin was a single passenger vehicle; they were thus targeted at he or she who were sole commuters. From sales and production the exact figures are limited to just how many Beta Merlins Roadsters were made and released. This beautiful origenal Candy Apple Red paint. origenal custom Corbin seat. nd the original stereo sound system. With the price of gasoline rising by the day and commuter traffic worsening in equal measure. perhaps indeed the Merlin Roadster was an idea ahead of its time? Corbin’s projectile has ‘Food For Thought’ inscribed on every curve! This highly desirable ultra-rare Merlin beta would make a fine addition to any collection of rare automobiles and bikes. Because it is so rare I wanted to share with you that this Merlin is a Beta which makes it rare.

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