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Old 10-26-2012, 12:46 AM   #49 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Smurf View Post
That 350ci reverse trike would be a great starter idea for a MPG build. Instead of a Toronado V8, use a Metro 1.0L. Stretch the frame back another 18" so you sit down in front of the rear wheel instead of over it, get out of the air flow. And I don't know about a single-sided swingarm, that sounds dangerous in a 2F1R.

Good video, makes my mind wander
If you've seen how that SSSA is designed, you'd probably rescind that statement.

In general, the SSSA is just as strong as, if not stronger than traditional "grapple" style swingers. They're usually over-engineered to deal with non-standard and non-linear stresses.
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