These spy shots show the MV Agusta, 675cc three-cylinder F3 in road tests. The name is temporary and the project won’t see the light until at least autumn 2010.

The new MV Agusta bike shows a compact sportsbike, with some F4 bodywork that is a little out of proportion at the moment. The frame is difficult to see and the carter seems to be higher than the four-cylinder motor of the F4.

In addition the swingarm seems to come from the Yamaha R6, so it’s safe to say we’re some way off the final product at this stage. While the bike should be presented at some stage late 2010, here’s hoping we’ll get some extra details at the EICMA show this year.

Source | Motociclismo via Motoblog

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Anyone who loves Japanese Manga design is sure to appreciate these 3D computer graphics from Yutaka Igarashi

In 2008 Yutaka created two unique concept bikes: a cafè racer and an electric riderless racing bike. We’ve already showed you the robot bike and its simple but innovative design. In this further gallery you can also see other Yutaka Igarashi concepts.

The aim for the robot bike of beating a MotoGP lap time is always going to be a challenging task, but never say never! These prototypes have some impressive technical solutions, that while original now, might one day appear on our own road motorcycles.

Continue reading: Yutaka Igarashi concept bikes gallery

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We had a look at the more outrageous Suzuki scooter models from the Eicma show in Milan, including the Sixteen Footable model, but here we take a closer look at the Gemma.

The Suzuki Gemma is a scooter with a futuristic design which has already had marvellous success in Japan. It’s uncertain whether this scooter will enter production or not, but what is absolutely guaranteed is that the Gemma won’t go unnoticed.

The thing that stands out most for us is that this is a scooter adapted for shorter people. Have a look at our shots from Eicma.

Continue reading: Eicma 2008: Suzuki Gemma

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