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Post by colinlinz on Sept 6, 2008 18:14:35 GMT 10
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Post by colinlinz on Sept 6, 2008 18:19:16 GMT 10
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Post by Fozzy Bear on Sept 7, 2008 10:32:07 GMT 10
After reading an article by Sir Alan about the Elf GP racer back in the 80's, I became very interested in funky chassis/frame designs. Forks always seemed to be a compromise. I even toyed with the idea of getting a wrecked K100 BMW and making my own front end which attached directly to the engine but the engineering required was way over my head.
This is another reason that I like the storm. The way the engine is used as the main member is the way all bikes should be I reckon. Dukes have used it as a stressed member for years but the swingarm is still attached to the main frame. If you have to have a big chunk of metal (engine) in your bike, why not make full advantage of its inherent strength?
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Post by colinlinz on Sept 9, 2008 21:13:42 GMT 10
This might interest some of you. It's written from a marine perspective, but it does have relevance.  |
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Post by vtrstormer on Dec 27, 2014 22:35:03 GMT 10
Mate I have just come across these articles from
Way back and these are truly a great read. Thanks
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