[cvetter]

What kind of horsepower does the Enfield Diesel put out? It seems that you would need closer to 25 to operate in "Vetter Conditions" with any kind of longevity. Does anybody really know what kind of horsepower my Helix is putting out at 7-8000 rpm?
We seem to be guessing at 16. All I know is that I am working the Helix engine too hard. The compression is now below spec. It blows head gaskets. If I continue running at 70 into headwinds, etc, etc, I will probably continue hurting it.

The scooter configuration is best.

With a scooter, you don't have to put the bodywork on sliders to get on easily. You just walk over, sit down and drive away. You don't have to throw your leg over a high seat.

Diesels are hard to beat because they consume 3/8 lbs of Diesel per horsepower per hour while gas motors burn up 1/2 lb of fuel per hp per hour.


That said, the Ninja 250 seems to offer the best gas motor fuel consumption when you factor in engine life.

Some Vetter Challengers are looking into "alligatoring" their Ninja frames to get the seat height down.

2013 should offer some real excitement at the Vetter Challenges as we home in on the right formula.