Howdy all!
I am new to this whole land speed thing, but it has been on my list of stuff to do for a while so now I'm starting. I've been designing race cars for a few years (Formula SAE, NASCAR Cup, etc...) and I know the technical inspection is much more helpful than the rulebook in a lot of ways, so i was hoping I could get some input from some experienced people.
I am trying to design my motorcycle (streamliner 650cc fuel) and I need a couple big questions answered specifically before I can continue with the design.
1: do the tires have to be officially rated at the speed of the record I'm trying to break, or can i use something like a Goodyear front runner or airplane tire that doesn't have a speed rating? (assuming I have reason to believe that it will be safe at speed)
2. regarding the 120 degrees of horizontal vision, does that have to be continuous or can there be a tire in the way. it looks like on some of the streamlines that the front tire bulge may interfere with the drivers view of the horizon.
Thank you for your help. I'm sure you will see much more of me on here and I hope I can contribute back in the future.