http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2015/05/fully-functioning-tron-lightcycle-replica-sells-fo.html Fully Functioning Tron Lightcycle Replica Sells for $77,000 By Turner Minton | May 11, 2015
[image http://cdn.pastemagazine.com/www/articles/tron-lightcycle-main.jpg (Electric Tron Lightcycle Replica) ] Is this a steal or a complete waste of money? We’re still not sure. In what we’re assuming is a methodical plan to escape into the Grid undetected and drive off into the digital frontier with the sounds of Daft Punk playing overhead, one lucky man has purchased a life-sized replica of a Lightcyle from the movie Tron: Legacy. We don’t expect to see him again once he’s lost to the system of programs and gridbugs. Of course, he could always make a surprise return just before the production gets underway for TRON 3. If he promises to loan out his new whip, he’s sure to get a supporting role in the new feature. The news of the purchase is not all good for fans of the TRON franchise. The sale, which commenced over the weekend, went for the price of $77,000. The bike was sold at auction by RM Sotheby’s as part of the wider Andrews Collection. The highest bidder remained undisclosed, which is all the better for him or her as any getaway plan into the digital landscape would be foiled if their identity was blown. The bike is an exact replica of the Lightcycle seen in Legacy with a sleek, glossy design and light-up headlights. It also features a 96 volt direct-drive electric motor, an actual suspension and hydraulic brakes which means it can legitimately transport its passengers. The price before the auction was estimated to be around $25,000-40,000. The full description according to the website, can be read below: “This custom electric vehicle was built especially for the Andrews Collection to recreate the unique motorcycles seen in the 2010 movie TRON: Legacy. It is a highly compelling work of mobile art that has an enduring connection to pop culture. The bike was partially built by an outside firm and then sent to the Andrews’s own shop for completion. It is a fully functioning motorcycle that can be ridden, as it is powered by a direct-drive electric motor that has lithium batteries, which is mated to a computer-controlled digital electronic transmission. This custom TRON tribute boasts a very low seat height of 28.5 inches, making it easy to ride even at low speeds. The motorcycle is finished in black with a white stripe and boasts an imposing stance to match its performance. After its completion by the Andrews’ in 2012, the bike has only been ridden around their facilities to ensure that it remains in functioning condition. As such, it is in as-new condition and would be an ideal piece for any collection of movie memorabilia. It is unlikely that a similar motorcycle will ever be produced or made available for purchase, making this a truly unique opportunity.” For those still in want of a cycle of their own, those plans will have to wait until the buyer decides to return back to our reality. Until then, you can only daydream about the missed opportunity. [© pastemagazine.com] http://www.gizmag.com/tron-lightcycle-sale-auction/37429/ Tron Lightcycle sells for $77,000 May 10, 2015 [images http://www.gizmag.com/tron-lightcycle-sale-auction/37429/pictures Gallery RM Auctions' pre-sale guide for the chunky electric bike put the expected price at US$25,000 to $40,000 – it sold for US$77,000 as part of the Andrews Collection auction ] A working replica of the famous Lightcycle form the movie TRON: Legacy has smashed expectations by selling for US$77,000 as part of the record-breaking Andrews Collection auction. The TRON: Legacy motorcycle is powered by a 96 V direct-drive electric motor and features a computer-controlled throttle RM Auctions' pre-sale guide for the chunky electric bike put the expected price at US$25,000 to $40,000, with the result proving once again that a big screen appearance can have a big impact at the auction block. As we previously reported, the TRON: Legacy motorcycle is powered by a 96 V direct-drive electric motor with lithium-ion batteries and features a computer-controlled throttle. It's only only been ridden around the Andrews facilities to ensure that it remains functional ... and to look at it, "functional" does seem a stretch – imagine trying to navigate the local supermarket carpark on that thing. Still, this is about aesthetics and investment potential, and there's little doubt that the Lightcycle ticks those boxes. [© Gizmag 2015] ... http://mashable.com/2015/05/11/real-tron-light-cycle/ Diehard fan buys all-electric 'Tron' light cycle for $77000 [May 11, 2015] On Saturday, one diehard Tron fan splurged $77,000 on an all-electric light cycle. The functional motor bike is a faithful replica of the vehicle used in the 2010 ... ... http://gizmodo.com/this-tron-motorbike-is-totally-functional-and-yes-you-1695180526/1703532716/+chris-mills Fully-Functional TRON Lightcycle Sold For $77,000 Chris Mills 5/10/15 ... 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