New Bike Frame Project

[55chevr]

I got the TL1000R sub frame and tail piece mounted.   I researched all the rules and I am in compliance with ECTA / LTA .  To comply with AMA I will have to shave 1" off the top of the tail piece.  Can only be 5" higher then seat. I hate to cut up one of Kent's AirTech seats.  I have to think this one over.

Joe

[tauruck]

If you can't drop the tail lower I have an idea on how to cut the part with minimal impact. Mike.

[55chevr]

Cant drop the tail any lower.  The entire wheel must be visible from the side.  It is as low as the rules allow.
I can trim a bit off the top and flatten it down a bit.   I have to plan it as I don't want to lose the shape.
Joe

[racer]

More set cushion.......nice and soft......

[55chevr]

Once I get the foot pegs located I may have to sit further forward but not a real worry as there isn't any aero in the design.  Tough to reach the clip ons when fully stretched out.   At Bonneville there is no need to maneuver so the long stretch is okay ... On the paved courses you have to steer and that is when the adventure begins.  I was thinking of making 2 tail pieces to accommodate different courses.



Joe

[ol38y]

Joe, I agree with racer. Add another inch or whatever you need to the back of the seat pad. The last time I was at Bubs I say many seats that did not meet the 5" rule. But, if you're like me you would get popped for it. 

[55chevr]

Working on a solution that wont involve cutting the fiberglass ... just too nice to chop up.


Joe

[55chevr]

The sub frame from the TLR is really nice.  Aluminum, weighs next to nothing.  I have to fab an under tray for the electrics. Factory tray is ugly.
Joe

[55chevr]

Got the gas tank roughed in.  Holds 2.3 gallons.

[55chevr]

Holds 2.3 gallons.

[55chevr]

I started making a plug for a replacement solo seat hump. I have a factory tail piece and decided to fab the hump to fit Bub's rules.  This is going to take some work.  It can't be more then 5" higher then the seat and longer then the rear edge of the tire. I just can't bring myself to cut the Air Tech tail piece.

[salt27]

I just can't bring myself to cut the Air Tech tail piece.

Too bad we're clear across the country from each other, I could cut it.

 Don

[tauruck]

Here's a sketch I did. Cut out the areas between the red lines, pull the top down and secure with Clecos. Make sure you rough up the inside to get a mechanical bond when you add new fiberglass.

[55chevr]

T-
I didn't consider cutting it the way you show.   The white tail is legal for most venues just not Bub's.   I will shape the foam and make a shape I like then consider best way to go.

[tauruck]

Cool.