My New Old School Bike Design

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My New Old School Bike Design

29 Dec 2008 23:17
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Here it is: New meets old.

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 05:35
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Other than the front end, :huh: :dry: :blink: seems old school design to me...

Sorry but I just don't get that front end! How the pluck does that work....

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 08:17 - 30 Dec 2008 08:26
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This is modeled after an old XS650. The wheelbase or engine position hasn't changed believe it or not.

The front is a variation of the "Duolever" or "Hossack" suspension, and the rear is a monoshocked swingarm.

The frame is also a cradle-style frame. The exhaust 'Y's into one pipe which exits above the rear tire.

As for now, it's the first draft of a fantasy bike, no math.

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 09:21
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Very interesting! The front end looks to be a little long, or maybe change the bars to more of a cafe style.

I like the innovation, keep the pics coming:)
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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 10:11
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New front fender, front geometry, anti-dive/squat suspension, low-weight wheels.

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 10:12
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Render #5

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

30 Dec 2008 10:12
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Rough Rear View

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

31 Dec 2008 04:04
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Looks interesting and definately keep on posting on this project.

Totally OT but I can see copyright James C. Harju on those pics. Harju is a finnish name so is there some connection here?
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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

31 Dec 2008 12:25
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I'm the Finn whos moniker is stamped on the renders :laugh:

I'm a third generation American tho, so not much left of Finn in me other than a love for dark breads, fish, and saunas.

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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

02 Jan 2009 00:31
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Beatpoet wrote:
I'm the Finn whos moniker is stamped on the renders :laugh:

I'm a third generation American tho, so not much left of Finn in me other than a love for dark breads, fish, and saunas.
B)

B) B) B) So you gotta love Formula 1, WRC, and Hockey. It´s in our blood;)
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Re: My New Old School Bike Design

02 Jan 2009 09:06 - 02 Jan 2009 09:07
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B) B) B) So you gotta love Formula 1, WRC, and Hockey. It´s in our blood;)


There's no escaping it! I played hockey for years, I love all formula racing... Well most racing. :laugh:

I build electronics too!
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