The Most Excellent Mototaxi
Imagine a motorbike. Then imagine a smaller one. Then cut it in half and stick a not terribly comfy sofa on the back.
With three wheels, a throbbing heart of 125cc, steering that works faultlessly in straight lines, and brakes that slow you down gently. The Mototaxi is the perfect vehicle for thundering across some of the most remote terrain on the South American continent, crossing the Andes and driving along the most dangerous road in the world.
Based on a 125cc city sort of bike, and then pimped out with enough room for your mum and her pet donkey the Mototaxi re-defines modern travel in the 21st century. Feel the luxury of the plastic seats. Experience the thrill of driving slightly faster than you can walk. In fact, experience the thrill of walking along side the Mototaxi on any slight incline.
We have a fleet of Mototaxis waiting for you to get your greasy adventure mitts on. We use the same beasties each time but have an army of mechanics repair and service them fully. Remember these vehicles are genuinely rubbish and will definitely break down a lot. They do this when brand new slightly more than they do once they are worn in. Gears will mangle, chains will snap, engines will melt, tyres will burst, bits will fall off, electrics will go pop; if you can imagine it there is a fair chance it will happen. Especially when you are in the middle of the jungle on a dirt road with half foot deep mud miles from civilisation. This is what makes the Mototaxi the most refined piece of Latin American adventuring machinery.
The Stats...
| Engine Size: |
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125ish cc |
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Single cylinder, 4 stroke, air cooled |
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Equ. of 7 family dogs |
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Perfect for you, a lightweight team mate and very little luggage |
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3 x 1 chain driven |
| Brakes: |
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Drum brakes |
| Top Speed: |
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1 kmph (up hill) 70ish kmph (down hill or flat) |
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