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Old 02-27-2010, 08:38 PM   #199 (permalink)
Grant-53
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The newer Ninjas went to a larger sprocket adding just one more tooth and tuned for more mid-range torque. As for motorcycles in wind tunnels check out "Sport Rider" magazine for their tests on a couple liter bikes in a wind tunnel a few years ago. The biggest gains are in cleaning up the air flow behind the rider. A tail box for hauling gear should be as wide as the rider and shoulder high. Angle back the sides about 10 degrees and the length should be around 24-30" inches to keep the weight forward. Add truck cab lights for turn signals and running lights. Use auto racing style mirrors on 2" sheet metal brackets about 6" out from the main fairing.
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