MK Indy R1 BEC Locost For Sale

Vivek Nayyar
by Vivek Nayyar

This MK Indy R1 Bike-Engined Car (BEC) is a high-performance, lightweight Lotus Seven-inspired track and road car located in Allen Park, Michigan. Finished in a minimalist open-wheel body over a tubular spaceframe chassis, this ultra-agile sports car is powered by a high-revving fuel-injected Yamaha YZF-R1 1.0-liter motorcycle engine paired with a 6-speed sequential manual transmission. Built with an independent rear suspension setup utilizing Ford Sierra componentry, this turnkey performance machine is offered at $17,000.00.

Location: Allen Park, Michigan/USA

Price: $17,000.00

Key Details

  • Make/Model: MK Indy R1 BEC Locost
  • Engine: 1.0L Yamaha YZF-R1 Inline-4
  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential manual
  • Title: Clean

Condition

  • Described by an experienced owner (who has owned six Locosts) as the finest example they have owned
  • Runs great, starts right up, handles beautifully, and stops on a dime
  • Mechanical components show zero oil leaks or fluid weeping

Performance Highlights

  • High-revving, fuel-injected Yamaha YZF-R1 1,000cc inline 4-cylinder motorcycle engine
  • 6-speed sequential manual transmission
  • Ford Sierra independent rear suspension (IRS) differential setup
  • Lightweight tubular spaceframe chassis offering an exceptional power-to-weight ratio

Upgrades & Features

  • Bike-Engined Car (BEC) drivetrain conversion engineered for rapid acceleration and high-RPM response
  • Independent rear suspension geometry for enhanced grip and cornering stability
  • Performance disc braking system

Additional Information

  • The seller notes that several other photos and details are available as a point under Additional Information
  • More details/photos are available in this reply and trailing replies

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