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A Skynet Moto-Terminator from McG's Terminator Salvation. In 2018, vicious two-wheeled Moto-Terminators dispersed by a Skynet Harvester chased Kyle Reese (Anton Yelchin), Star (Jadagrace Berry), and Marcus Wright (Sam Worthington) down the freeways of Los Angeles.
Known as Skynet's "attack dogs," the Moto-Terminators were designed by concept artist Victor James Martinez and production designer Martin Laing based in part on more primitive two-wheeled T-800s seen in the previous Terminator films. Digital models of the futuristic motorcycles were then integrated with shots of a real-world custom motorcycle for the chase sequence.
Fabricated in 2007 and 2008 at a cost of around $150,000 by Hollywood vehicle fabrication group Trans FX, Inc., the same team who fabricated Batmobiles for Batman Forever and Batman & Robin, this is believed to be the only practical Moto-Terminator built for the film. It was first designed through 3-D computer modeling based on previous generic parts from the company's library database.
During fabrication, it was later created using jointed fiberglass plating and custom sawed-off handlebars, all painted to appear biomechanical and applied over the chassis of a Suzuki DRZ400. While the digital Moto-Terminators were based in part on Ducati Monster 1100S models, three concept build designs were created using a MX donor, a MS sports bike, and a Custom electric chassis and drivetrain. A Suzuki was then selected for the practical version for its compact engine size and maneuverability.
This bike comes equipped with its original Suzuki engine and 25.77" tires, as well as red Skynet LED lights inset on the front to make it appear sentient. Following production, the Moto-Terminator was drained of fluid, had its battery removed, and was mounted by Trans FX to a custom-built wood stand for display around the world, including in the Petersen Automotive Museum's Hollywood Dream Machines exhibit. As a result, it is currently nonfunctional and its lighting elements remain untested. No warranty is made or implied as to this vehicle's roadworthiness.
The tires and undercarriage exhibit nicks and grime from production, while the fiberglass elements are intentionally distressed by production to appear well-used. Dimensions: (approx.) 90" x 41" x 35" (229 cm x 105 cm x 89 cm)
Contains electronic and mechanical components; see notices in the Buyer's Guide.
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Estimate: $30,000 - 60,000
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