Comments on: HyperRocket: 125 mpg, 100+ mph 3-wheel motorcycle

By: olmon

olmon — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:45:56 +0000

Would have thought it would have gotten better milage then that. The Tri-Magnum (plans used to be available from [I think] Popular Science) supposedly obtained milage in the 80/85 MPG range using a Kawasaki 900CC for power. It also performed like a rocket and was a heck of a lot better looking.

By: Gas Mileage Calculator

Gas Mileage Calculator — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 17:19:12 +0000

Yes it does look like a Messerschmitt derivative here’s a pic of one at the microcar museum:

http://microcarmuseum.com/tour/messerschmitt-kr200-1955-9.html

By: sao paulo architect

sao paulo architect — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:23:02 +0000

So who wants to start a biker gang with these things? looks pretty cool, maybe you could get ducati to sponsor one!

By: HSA

HSA — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:13:24 +0000

so how do you get a chick on the back of that thing?? ; )

By: David Hartwig

David Hartwig — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:02:22 +0000

Looks like a modern Meserschmidt. I would like to see more. Make a kit and many will purchase it. Good Job and thanks.

By: UK Engineer

UK Engineer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:29 +0000

Great vehicle but I was surprised to see the profile of the nose. A raindrop shape rather than a point ought to be more wind efficient. But perhaps there was some other consideration which led to this choice. And as mentioned above, with composites you could reduce weight and achieve more dent resistance.

By: ramen

ramen — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:26:25 +0000

That sure looks great, great food for though to see what can be built by ourselves, with some knowledge, lots of time and lots of dedication. Always hungry to see great stuff like this! The e-bay auction reminds me of that jet that was for sale a few years ago!

By: Vinny Sena

Vinny Sena — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:55:04 +0000

Please send me catalog and price. I will like to purchese one

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Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:30:35 +0000

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By: Uncle B

Uncle B — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:15:13 +0000

A mortgage busting commuter ! Way to Go! Keeps me dry in the wet weather and gets me back and forth grid-lock free and with no parking problems! Yes! Wit GM no longer producing life-threatening SUV’s and sheet-metal land cruisers, these smaller more sensible commuter cars will be safer too! Give this guy some carbon fiber and polymer composites lessons and the body just could get lighter yet! I want one, to help me pay down my mortgage. Keep up the good work

By: Benjamin Jones

Benjamin Jones — Fri, 22 May 2009 10:25:16 +0000

Hal -

You might try asking in the forum thread where he has been responding to questions.

By: Hal Sumption

Hal Sumption — Fri, 22 May 2009 03:10:38 +0000

I am working on building a similar vehicle – I am curious what he used for the frint suspension components….

By: HyperRocket: 125 mpg, 100+ mph 3-wheel motorcycle

HyperRocket: 125 mpg, 100+ mph 3-wheel motorcycle — Tue, 12 May 2009 15:59:50 +0000

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By: Ford Engineer Builds 125 MPG 3-Wheeler, Puts It On Ebay : Gas 2.0

Ford Engineer Builds 125 MPG 3-Wheeler, Puts It On Ebay : Gas 2.0 — Mon, 11 May 2009 15:42:26 +0000

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Sat, 09 May 2009 09:55:52 +0000

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By: Ford worker builds DIY 125 mpg aero-trike

Ford worker builds DIY 125 mpg aero-trike — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:23:44 +0000

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