Media Releases - 2011
V-Twin heart beats in unique car and bike crossover
7 November 2011
The heart of a Ducati 1198cc V-Twin beats beneath the body of a lightweight sports car in the Australian-made Spartan, set to be revealed to visitors at the Sydney Motorcycle & Scooter Show from November 25-27.
Dropping the 170hp (106kw) engine into an ultra-light chassis designed purely for track use produces incredible acceleration – the 350kg vehicle can travel 0-100km/h in just 3 seconds.
The Australian-designed and developed roadster is stripped bare of its roof and doors, with only a small windscreen sitting atop the carbon-fibre frame.
Fit-out with high performance components, the Spartan was created to combine the ‘at-one-with-the-machine’ feel of a motorcycle and the stability of a sports car.
1 of the 300 Spartan sports cars produced will be on display at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre event, and its two-wheel DNA is sure to make it a popular point of interest for visitors.
“The Spartan will definitely raise some eyebrows at the show,” said Event Manager Mark Petersen. “It’s been seen in a very limited capacity prior to this and we’re sure it will have visitors talking.
“It may appear a sports car but draws its incredible acceleration from the Ducati V-Twin.
“We’re proud to be showcasing such a unique Australian-designed and developed vehicle.”
The Spartan retails at approximately $90,000.
The Sydney Motorcycle & Scooter Show is Australia’s largest showcase of everything on two wheels, featuring a comprehensive display of bikes from all major manufacturers and products and services from a range of industry specialists.
Tickets (available pre-purchase at motorcycleshow.com.au or at the gate)
Adults: $20 / Seniors: $14 / Children (5-15 years): $14 (Under 5 years free) / Family: (2 adults and 2 children) $48
Opening Hours
Friday Nov 25: 10am-8pm / Saturday Nov 26: 9am-6pm / Sunday Nov 27: 9am-5pm
Latest News
Colour and culture of motorcycles brings Sydney CBD to life
30 November 2011
A 25% increase in visitors and many reports of record show sales from exhibitors have highlighted an immensely successful return to Darling Harbour for the Sydney Motorcycle & Scooter Show.
Close to 26,000 visitors made their way to Sydney’s CBD last Friday through Sunday, experiencing all the colour and culture of the two wheel world through the impressive displays of over 130 exhibitors.
