Tron: Legacy, the movie which came out in 2010, featured one piece of gear that fascinated many viewers. Now, fans all over the world have the opportunity to own a working model of the Tron light cycle that the characters rode throughout the science-fiction movie, all thanks to Sotheby’s, who will auction off the vehicle on May 2, in Texas.
The Tron light cycle was custom made in 2011/12 as part of the Andrews Collection, first by a separate company, and then finished off in a shop owned by the Andrews family.
According to reports, they are selling the vehicle in order to lower the amount of items in their collection; it will be auctioned off in an “as is” condition, but still functions properly, as it was only ridden within the Andrews property.
The light cycle is equipped with a 96 V direct-drive electric motor that runs on lithium batteries. Amongst its main features are a throttle that can be controlled via computer, rebound and compression damping, a spring preloaded front suspension, a rigid rear suspension, and front and rear hydraulic brakes. The light cycle is also painted black with a white stripe, and stands at 28.5-inches high at the cycle’s seat.
Although it doesn’t really leave trails of light when it moves, the light cycle is believe to be able to travel a range of about 100 miles with a full electric charge. Plus, it is actually street legal, so it can be ridden by the buyer.
Currently, the auction lists the Tron light cycle with a guide price set at between $25,000 and $40,000 US dollars. There is no reserve on the auction price of the bike, and the Andrews are also auctioning off other items in their collection at the May 2 event. Sotheby’s officials also state that it is improbable that a vehicle like the Tron light cycle will ever be made or up for sale again. Therefore, this could be the one and only chance for fans to acquire a light cycle replica.
