This bike is being put together out of spare parts, hence the name. Not the most efficient way of doing it, but hey...
Mods will include a 3" extension of the swingarm and driveshaft (which will drop the rear about 1"),
12" fork stretch, and a 3.3" down tube stretch to level the frame and set the rake angle
Retain factory brakes and air suspension
Factory Wheelbase: 57"
Frankenchopper Wheelbase: 82" (THAT'S what I'm talkin' 'bout)
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| Here's the frame and engine I'm starting with (got it on eBay) | Down tubes cut and frame jacked for wheelbase mockup |
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| Here's the 3" extended driveshaft next to a stock one | Two swingarms were sacrificed to make this 3" longer version. My neighbor did the welding. I have a welder, he IS a welder! |
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| Here's the assembled swingarm installed. Compare shock angle to above. | Closer view. I extended the brake torque arm to match the swingarm. |
Projectus Interruptus - moved south.
Pack up all the stuff an hope I don't lose anything important in the transport.
...OK! back at the project after a few weeks...
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| Frame mods to stretch down tubes | Stretched frame (right) next to unmodded frame on the Krustmobile |
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| Side-by-side rake angle and headstock height comparison | Nipped 6" off the rear |
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| Here's the bike mocked up and on the rollaround | And from the right rear. Note the bars & mirrors. |
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| Got some of the wiring and controls installed. Here's the front. | Left front |
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| Left rear | Rear |
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| Right rear | Right front |