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Post by srx660 on Apr 9, 2012 20:01:32 GMT -5
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Post by joeld0803 on Apr 9, 2012 20:48:46 GMT -5
I have been using photobucket and they have been adding fine so far or is there an issue?
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Post by glassman on Apr 9, 2012 21:26:13 GMT -5
SRX, i think he has it worked out now.
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Post by joeld0803 on Apr 11, 2012 17:53:47 GMT -5
Question,
When you sit in the seat of a side by side RT what keeps the driver side from dipping down while riding if alone and no passenger?
On a normal Honda 3 wheeler where you are siotting is more or less over the axle of the 2 rear tires. I am concerned about the width of mine at 5 feet where I'll be sitting. Granted I'll be sitting approx 1-2 feet left from the center line so I guess this is where center of gravity makes a huge difference.
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Post by glassman on Apr 15, 2012 23:55:42 GMT -5
pulled in a few favors today and got my car tire mounted on my motorcycle rim. A friend of mine let me use his motorcycle tire manual mounting machine and balancer. Most tire shops will FREAK out when you tell them that you want to put a car tire on a motorcycle rim. Most tire shops will not even have the right equipment. I found a cool shop that helped me find the right size tire and then they had to order it. As far as they were concerned, I was just buying a tire. I will tell you that this was really fun. Getting the old tire off was easy. The below pic was the point that it got tricky  The pic you are not seeing is me jumping up and down on the tire while the rim was in the machine, while my buddy was working the tire over the edge of the rim.  Setting the bead was terrible. I literally had to bring the tire up to 80 PSI to seat the bead correctly. it was kinda scary. It makes a really loud SNAP when it seats.  Old tire and new  Balancing the tire  IT FITS!, IT FITS!   |
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Post by Liteway on Apr 16, 2012 14:49:32 GMT -5
So ..what is the new tire size and maker?
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Post by joeld0803 on Apr 16, 2012 17:03:27 GMT -5
If I am reading this right.............from a website.
YAMAHA XVZ 13 TDS (86-93) ("Venture, Royale")
Front Rim Size: 2.50x18
Rear Rim Size: 3.00x16
Recommended Front Tire: K491 Elite II, size MR90B18, 36 PSI
Recommended Rear Tire: K491 Elite II, size MU90B16, 40 PSI
OE Replacement Front Tire: F11, size M120/90-18, 36 PSI
OE Replacement Rear Tire: K627 , size M140/90-16, 40 PSI
Optional Front Tire: K591 , size 120/70B17, 34 PSI
Optional Rear Tire: K591 , size 150/80B16, 40 PSI
Recommended Front Tire: ME880, size 120/90-18
Recommended Rear Tire: ME880, size 140/90-16
Is your rear rim 16 X 3 inches wide?
If so then I would think that might be something like a 115/55/R16
Am I close?
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Post by joeld0803 on Apr 16, 2012 17:58:55 GMT -5
I meant a 150/80/R16............LOL!
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Post by Liteway on Apr 16, 2012 22:17:17 GMT -5
Looks like a car tire to me. I'm bettin 165/65/16......... I gotta get a life.
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Post by glassman on Apr 16, 2012 22:49:32 GMT -5
Close guys. 175/60/16
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Post by glassman on May 9, 2012 10:39:57 GMT -5
Installed my rebuild carburetors last night. Next step is working in the spacer for the rear Air Shock. Running bike by this weekend?
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Post by joeld0803 on May 9, 2012 14:30:39 GMT -5
Sounds good.
Glad to see you are making some more progress.
It's been quiet on here lately. Pretty much only 2-3 regulars posting.
I got the front coil springs done on my project and the front suspension looks pretty good. I'll probably add a sway bar to it as well.
The steering wheel came in today and I should be recieving my rack and pinion as well as the steerinbg column before the end of next week.
The springs on my shocks had to be tightened up quite a bit to stiffen up the front and I still feel it may be a little too weak so I might have to order some heavier duty springs. They were really designed for a 4 wheeler but I got the stiffest springs I could get in them hoping they would be enough. Adding a sway bar might make it just right.
My tires and rims should also be in this week so we shall see. Then I'll be posting more pics of the progress.
I would imagine you are ready to get out and ride yours. I still have a long way to go with mine yet but it's getting there.
Good luck on the run.
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Post by glassman on May 10, 2012 11:35:11 GMT -5
I wanted to share a funny comment from a good friend of mine. Please dont anyone that this personally. He was making a comment regarding my reverse trike, and he called it a Polish Tricycle. I laughed my butt off.
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Post by Deleted on May 10, 2012 20:53:53 GMT -5
Just wanted to say, I've been lurking for a while now admiring your work. This is one heck of a cool build. Really an inspiration. I look forward to more updates!!!
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Post by glassman on May 11, 2012 9:06:17 GMT -5
Thanks fungus. I really appreciate that. I will have many more updates after the weekend
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Post by glassman on May 14, 2012 18:20:00 GMT -5
Now that i am in body desgn phase, i am amazed how much i scrutinize other automobiles. It is all about body lines and continuity of shape.
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2012 21:08:15 GMT -5
Thanks fungus. I really appreciate that. I will have many more updates after the weekend Looking forward to them! I hope the test fire was successful. |
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Post by glassman on May 18, 2012 17:26:12 GMT -5
Ok, I just finished with the Test fire of the engine after the carb work. Everything went amazing. bike ran perfectly and idled fine. I need to get the carbs synched next, but I am happy.
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Post by joeld0803 on May 18, 2012 18:56:21 GMT -5
Thats good to hear that its running good.
Where are the recent pictures.
Maybe you will be riding it around soon. Much sooner than me at least.
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2012 16:55:19 GMT -5
That's great news! You should slap her together and take her for a well-deserved blat around the block.
Just out of curiosity, do you plan to run the stock Mustang II lower swing arms? The rod that bolts to the lower control arm and another point on the frame?
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