Motus MST V4- A Corvette On Two Wheels

We all know about the American passion for the "Big" bikes and big engines be it on trucks, cars or bikes. A relatively unknown American motorcycle which is ready to take on the World with stride is Motus's "MST V4". The bike is Developed by the Pratt & Miller, guys famous for their Corvette cars raced in Le Mans. The bike was first showcased as a prototype in 2011 developed indigenously from scratch in USA. Design & Style

The Motus MST is essentially a sports tourer and designed for long hauls. The bike has all required features of a perfect tourer with additional torque always available on the tap. There are two variants of the bike- the base version MST and the MST-R. Apart from all the standard features common for both the variants like, adjustable windscreen, heated grips, heated seat and moreover the 1650cc liquid cooled V4 engine the MST-R is distinguished by features like-
  • High lift Cams
  • Fancy Red Valve Covers
  • Öhlin Suspensions
  • Brembo Disc Brakes
  • Carbon Fiber wheels

Engine & Transmission

The MST is featured with massive 1650cc 90-degree angle, longitudinal crank, V4 engine. The engine of the bike is made from aluminum casing to shed some much need weight. The challenge to put a gigantic V4 engine on a motorcycle chassis was overcome by the compact design of the engine. The 1650cc V4 engine produces 160Hp of power and 162Nm of torque in the base version MST and for the premium version MST- R same engine produces 180Hp of Power and 170Nm of torque output.

The massive 1650cc V4 engine has wide range of torque distribution at all rev range. What makes the bike special is as per the company's claim the bike has 80% of its torque figure right above the idle speed. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission gear, where 5th and 6th gear is put as overdrive and the bike can cruise at a speed of above 100 Kmph all day long at a very relaxing 2500 Rpm.

Inspite of the humongous V4 engine the bike tips to the scale at a very impressive 226 Kg (kerb Weight). Initially it was planned to install a direct injection system for fueling in the bike but considering the ease of servicing and maintenance an EFI is chosen instead.
This pure American bike has all what it takes to be a Grand Tourismo, Motus has plans to manufacture 300 units in the first production year. As per company's official there is a good number of bikes are already pre-sold and they are hopeful for the grand success of this made in USA product.

Although the bike is not officially launched yet but the Motus MST is available at a price tag of $30,975 and the MST-R carries the price tag of $36,975 in US. India being one of the lucrative and fastest developing two -wheeler markets has far bit of chances to get these motorcycle marvels sooner or later.

By: Farhan Kashif