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Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 09-16-2014, 10:26 PM
Replies: 308
Views: 190,720
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Hey guys, I'm back! I just went back through and...

Hey guys, I'm back! I just went back through and reread this entire thread, and it sure did put a smile on my face seeing how many people were inspired from this. I'm also overwhelmed by the almost...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-10-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 1,316
Views: 336,137
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Just thought I'd chime in with some pics! I...

Just thought I'd chime in with some pics!

I tow my bikes and other random crap behind my 99 Saturn SL 5spd with 205,000 miles on it! I still get in the 30mpg range while towing! :thumbup:

The...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 07-31-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 73,744
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Excellent work! Looks like a full aero fairing is...

Excellent work! Looks like a full aero fairing is good for about a 20% fuel efficiency increase over a stock Ninja 250 with a tucked rider.
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-27-2012, 09:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,178
Posted By theycallmeebryan
I find that the factory MPG displays are not very...

I find that the factory MPG displays are not very accurate.

First, you need to see if the speedo is calibrated properly. On the highway, compare how far your car says you went vs manually counting...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-23-2012, 12:06 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,786
Posted By theycallmeebryan
The problem only lies when you think in terms of...

The problem only lies when you think in terms of MPG improvement.

MPG number increase does not illustrate how much VOLUME of fuel is saved.

When you talk in terms of fractions, it works, but...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 03-22-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,935
Posted By theycallmeebryan
My girlfriend has a 2010 focus... nice little...

My girlfriend has a 2010 focus... nice little cars. Her's is an automatic. It has a MPG display on the dash which is really cool.

Mind you, my girlfriend knows nothing about cars nor how to...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-01-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 385
Views: 193,024
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Very interesting project. It seems like you have...

Very interesting project. It seems like you have all the necessary resources to finish the project. Good luck, I'll be following your progress. Please update as much as you can.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-28-2011, 09:57 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,649
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Thumbs up Check out this Electric Ninja 250

Well, another NInja 250 Electric conversion is complete. Check the guy's story out here.

Ninja250 Riders Club :: View topic - Sensei - Electric Ninja 250...
Forum: The Unicorn Corral 04-18-2011, 10:33 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 24,241
Posted By theycallmeebryan
72mpg while idling in the garage? Wow, that's...

72mpg while idling in the garage? Wow, that's even more impressive than your 72mpg CITY claim. :rolleyes::rolleyes:
Forum: The Lounge 04-12-2011, 06:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,786
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Dont want to buy more fuel for no reason? ...

Dont want to buy more fuel for no reason?

SLOW DOWN

70mph is way to fast for any automobile with fuel economy in mind, especially for that rolling brick you drive.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 02-21-2011, 10:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,634
Posted By theycallmeebryan
On my Ninja 250, i have Kenda K671 touring tires...

On my Ninja 250, i have Kenda K671 touring tires (inflated to 65psi, they are rock hard) and have 20,000 miles on them, and they don't seem worn out at all considering their use. If i had to guess...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 01-17-2011, 10:30 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 44,775
Posted By theycallmeebryan
67mpg out of a 500cc is not unheard of,...

67mpg out of a 500cc is not unheard of, especially with gearing mods.
Galahs has a 17/45 gear setup, for a 2.67 final drive.

I'm running a 15/39 setup on my ninja 250, for a 2.6 final drive,...
Forum: Hybrids 10-11-2010, 04:39 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 35,027
Posted By theycallmeebryan
I've said it before and i'll say it again. ...

I've said it before and i'll say it again.

GM is going to be gnawing their fingers off when they see how successful the Nissan Leaf and full EV Prius are. The GM bailout was useless.
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-24-2010, 11:14 PM
Replies: 776
Views: 284,151
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Here you go aerohead :thumbup: 1963 Alfa...

Here you go aerohead :thumbup:

1963 Alfa Romeo TZ
http://files.conceptcarz.com/img/Alfa%20Romeo/63_Alfa_TZ1_Coupe_DV-07-AI_04.jpg
http://www.zagato-cars.com/tz1/alfa+romeo+tz+1+press+release.jpg...
Forum: The Lounge 06-03-2010, 12:06 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 15,921
Posted By theycallmeebryan
June 13, 1979 The more oil spills change,...

June 13, 1979

The more oil spills change, the more they stay the same. [VIDEO] (http://www.wimp.com/oilspills/)
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 04-06-2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 16,260
Posted By theycallmeebryan
A product called "Goo-gone"

A product called "Goo-gone"
Forum: EcoModding Central 01-29-2010, 02:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,234
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Regardless if you are using the engine or...

Regardless if you are using the engine or propellers to turn the alternator, you will still have to use extra power to do it.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 01-23-2010, 11:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,221
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Ninja 250 Value Calculator...

Ninja 250 Value Calculator (http://ninja250.kingston.net/ninja-value.html)

Heres a value tool you can use. 20k miles on a 1994 says 600$ in good condition (no damage).

If the bike has 20k...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-18-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 39,994
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Are you talking about something like this? ...

Are you talking about something like this?

http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp308/theycallmeebryan/BodyTopView2Open.jpg

Ran it through flowillustrator:...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-18-2009, 02:36 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 39,994
Posted By theycallmeebryan
So i was doing some modeling in Blender to see...

So i was doing some modeling in Blender to see what this beast would look like using a NACA 0030-93..... and MAN it looks so cool!!!!!! I still have to add a tail section, but everything in this...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-17-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 39,994
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Just trying to make a plan of attack for this...

Just trying to make a plan of attack for this project. Tomorrow i think i'll pick up the framing supplies and try to find some cardboard for some CAD testing. I figure i can start by making the frame...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-16-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 39,994
Posted By theycallmeebryan
http://www.velomobiel.nl/allert/Recumbent%20motorb...

http://www.velomobiel.nl/allert/Recumbent%20motorbike_bestanden/image074.jpg

I just came across this man's project in streamlining a Honda Innova 125. I had seen this months ago, but figured i'd...
Forum: Forum News & Feedback 12-03-2009, 12:25 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 35,342
Posted By theycallmeebryan
You know your an ecomodder when..... You'd...

You know your an ecomodder when.....

You'd much rather MetroMPG build his boat tail instead of a cake. :D
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 11-15-2009, 03:35 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 22,193
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Thanks for mentioning this as i had forgotten to....

Thanks for mentioning this as i had forgotten to.

250cc engine..... from a ninja 250!!! :thumbup:
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-07-2009, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,360
Posted By theycallmeebryan
So basically you are leaning out the idle mixture...

So basically you are leaning out the idle mixture screw a lot and compensating by raising the idle RPM adjustment.
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