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Forum: Aerodynamics 09-21-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,647
Posted By freebeard
I was reading about something similar just the...

I was reading about something similar just the other day:

Elastomeric camouflage switches texture and colour...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 06-17-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By Ironside
Just a quick update on the 'storm strip'...

Just a quick update on the 'storm strip' installed on the recumbent Honda.
I've recently returned from a trip to France for the D-day anniversary, we covered over a thousand miles, and I can report...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 05-12-2014, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,973
Posted By 3-Wheeler
With just the front of the motorcycle being...

With just the front of the motorcycle being covered like it is, I doubt that the savings will be that much.

The real savings start with attached flow at the front, which the dustbin will give, and...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 05-06-2014, 12:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,691
Posted By ecomodded
With a 3 point harness you would be more likely...

With a 3 point harness you would be more likely to stay in your seat during a impact and roll over.

Also i might wear a helmet in those little guys, especially that bmw..
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 05-05-2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,691
Posted By Grant-53
No, the idea is that a two or three wheel vehicle...

No, the idea is that a two or three wheel vehicle can be crashworthy, aerodynamic, and comfortable. People can be careless in any kind of vehicle. I always do my best to protect myself from other...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-25-2014, 05:10 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By freebeard
Wow, made it to the end. I can't believe I read...

Wow, made it to the end. I can't believe I read the whole thing. Teri_TX hasn't posted in his thread since April the 7th. I can only hope he gets email notifications. Because—

In all this...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-06-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By sendler
A little rope works a little bit. More would be...

A little rope works a little bit. More would be better.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-06-2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By PeterS
I take on board what you say and have said often...

I take on board what you say and have said often but Ironside DID report and improvement with that little bit of rope .

How come ?
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-05-2014, 03:29 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By sendler
All good motorcycles lean and corner into a side...

All good motorcycles lean and corner into a side wind due to the trail in the front end geometry. The ecomobile does this because of this steering geometry and despite of it's aero bodywork. I will...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 04-05-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By Teri_TX
Hi godscountry, I'll leave the explanation...

Hi godscountry,

I'll leave the explanation of the Ecomobile moving into the wind to the motorcycle gearheads which I am NOT!.

As I understand it, the trail of a motorcycle's front wheel causes...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 03-07-2014, 01:33 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By Teri_TX
Hi Theo, Thank you for replying to the...

Hi Theo,

Thank you for replying to the forum. I have been refering to the storm strips and your testimony of their effectiveness but I suspect that some on the forum thought I was making up...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 02-26-2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 38,286
Posted By Teri_TX
Introduction & Cross wind solutions to motorcycle Streamliners?

Hi everyone,

I recently joined and have been lurking a while before making a fool of myself by posting :-)

I stumbled on to this site via a stumble on to Craig Vetter's site after stumbling on...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 09-01-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 385
Views: 193,018
Posted By visionary
Update 018 So I’ve just completed the basic...

Update 018

So I’ve just completed the basic prep list before my next test run, and I had a quick spin around the block on the machine to ensure I didn’t waste time and money on a venue hire fee,...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-04-2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 385
Views: 193,018
Posted By Michael Moore
More NSU photos are in this folder on my website:...

More NSU photos are in this folder on my website:

Index of /graphics/NSU (http://www.eurospares.com/graphics/NSU/)

cheers,
Michael
Forum: Aerodynamics 06-26-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,352
Posted By sheepdog 44
My 2 cents. Can i just say that enclosing...

My 2 cents.

Can i just say that enclosing the wheels will have a dramatic effect on aerodynamics, and make your goal easily achievable. You should look into the Human Powered Vehicle speed records...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-26-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 32,329
Posted By kach22i
UPDATE: 02/26/13 I'm still not working in clay...

UPDATE: 02/26/13
I'm still not working in clay or foam yet, still playing with sketches once in a while.

Industrial Design - Transportation Photos by kach22i | Photobucket...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-05-2010, 08:59 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 106,579
Posted By Frank Lee
The GMC units from the '70's were wind tunnel...

The GMC units from the '70's were wind tunnel tested.

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r262/theclencher/IMAGE_062.jpg

I'd say the Dodge/Mercedes diesel van units will be the ones to beat due...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 06-07-2009, 09:33 PM
Replies: 308
Views: 190,713
Posted By theycallmeebryan
Thumbs up 101.5 MPG on my 2003 Ninja 250!!!

http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp308/theycallmeebryan/img1245287349361.jpg

You can see my initial post about my bike HERE (http://ecomodder.com/forum/101949-post71.html). Its a stock 2003...
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