Ecotransport mashup

[nickec]

In an effort to get ecomodder more hits I have posted to Instructables.com about this thread:

Cheap Winter Motor Scooter Fairing

[Grant-53]

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This a picture of my Coroplast fairing using a 24 x 44 in sheet. The curves are formed by cutting slits and overlapping material. Nylon zip ties hold the parts in place.

[sendler]

That is a huge increase in frontal area. How does it ride?

[nickec]

Originally Posted by Grant-53

... This a picture of my Coroplast fairing using a 24 x 44 in sheet. The curves are formed by cutting slits and overlapping material. Nylon zip ties hold the parts in place.

Can you show the back side? Any brackets or supports fabricated?

Looks like a great return on time and money invested, Grant.

[Frank Lee]

Yes, more views please!

[Xist]

Originally Posted by Frank Lee

Yes, more views please!

Frank said "Please!" Make it happen!

[Grant-53]

Side view.

Because you said please

[Grant-53]

I posted this in the Alternative Transportation section under Bicycle pics too. The coast down speed with fairing as shown is 16 mph vs 17 mph without. The hill at the end of the street drops 30 ft in 0.1 mile on my digital speedometer. I am working on side panels and a tail box. One year on the bike has been great. I stay warm and mostly dry since it covers from the shoulders to the knees. Cross wind input is negligible. A stiff tail wind can propel me a bit. I want to copyright and sell plans under the name "Endless Tailwinds" with versions for mountain bikes, TT style commuters, and 50cc scooters. I've been out of work for two years so this income would be important to our family. I also think that many low income people around the world will benefit especially if I can get the drag reduced by 25% for a total system. Minimal material cost and simple construction are also key.

[nickec]

Taotao Winter Fairing Entry and Exit

Video seems to show reasonable ingress and egress yet I remain dissatisfied.

Extending the wheelbase can achieve the level of rider protection I seek.

A longer vehicle better pleases the eye and allows a lower seat.

[nickec]

Above is a poorly done "stretch" of the vehicle as it stands now.

Below is a comparison of the Lit C-1 and the hacked 50cc semi-clone "dream".



None of these images includes a feature I covet: a higher waist. I believe it makes sense to make the side window sills higher. Then the greenhouse is smaller and the rider has more protection.