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Simply disconnect the torque sensor from the steering rack. It doesn't save as much energy as a hydraulic system, since it only gives full assistance at low speeds.
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That's interesting, thanks. I can't believe it needs much assistance at low speeds anyway with that little weight over the front. If a manual rack is good enough for an Elise, it's good enough for a Roadie!
Thanks for the pics. It's funny actually, even before I saw the Merc badge in that shot I thought "hmm, looks a lot more Mercedes-like"... I think I still prefer the styling as it is, but I can certainly see how light covers would offer aerodynamic benefits.
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Think the steel rims are £120 + vat. I've seen some come up on e-bay, but it's quite expensive to get them over to N.Ireland from england!
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Yeah, that's not a bad price but I can imagine it going up a bit to ship them.
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Yes, front end grip is unreal. Also since there's no engine in the front, the direction change is very quick!
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It seems then that you wouldn't lose too much by going to thinner tyres. It'd probably make the steering even sweeter.