Yamaha begins production of three-wheeler motorcycle

Japanese company Yamaha has started production for its MWT-9 Concept version to its line-up, according to VisorDown.

First shown at last year's Tokyo Motor Show, the MWT-9 is a unique three-wheel design that distinguishes itself from models like the Can-Am Spyder, Harley Davidson Tri-Glide, and Morgan Three-Wheeler.

Using two smaller-diameter wheels up front and a standard motorcycle rear wheel, the bike looks more like a two-headed creature than anything else.

Powering the concept is the Yamaha FZ-09's 850cc inline three-cylinder motor, which will most likely carry over to the production model.

This design has been tried before in models like the Piaggio three-wheel scooter, but a full-fledged motorcycle trike has yet to be pioneered with so much displacement.

The unique styling may bridge the gap between two-wheel purists and three-wheel liberals, due to the confidence-inspiring riding style and narrow, subtle dimensions.

It's hard to get around the added weight, but with additional power and front-end grip, this trike design could introduce riding to many who never considered the activity before.