1962/197X build
I just don't want to be in the middle of a turning motion, and get hung up on ... the asphalt....heh. I've done something similar, in which turning on a LOW bike has yielded less than desirable effects. Nothing like turning left, your peg dragging the ground, and you ending up there too....
Ya'll think 1.5/2 inches of ground clearance is enough to ride "safely"? I'd imagine that with either a taller WWW tire - or an 18" rear wheel - it'd raise it an inch or more.
Ya'll think 1.5/2 inches of ground clearance is enough to ride "safely"? I'd imagine that with either a taller WWW tire - or an 18" rear wheel - it'd raise it an inch or more.
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From: Texas
My hard tail has 3" clearance,and it took getting used to. Dont try to go over a speed bump! as far as tire size,a 16" and 18" are almost the same outside dia.from looking at mine.The 16" sidewalls are taller.But, U can run less air in the 16s for a better ride.
I would suggest a longer front end,if You can keep the engine close to level..something to consider for proper oiling.
I see Your in Texas..
I have a 10" over springer with a drum brake wheel,(small) that I didn't use on mine..measure and see if that size may work?
I would suggest a longer front end,if You can keep the engine close to level..something to consider for proper oiling.
I see Your in Texas..
I have a 10" over springer with a drum brake wheel,(small) that I didn't use on mine..measure and see if that size may work?
Last edited by 70Weight; Jun 7, 2010 at 01:45 PM.
Hmmm....I was actually thinking about going with a springer front end eventually. What measurements should I consult before opting for one though? Bottom or top of the tree to axle center?
wait - this thing would be MONSTEROUSLY long if I went any further on the forks....
I never rode my father's chopper (his was freakishly raked/stretched), just his sporty. His chopper was an old Triumph rigid, with a girder front end that stretched as far as the eye could see. I do remember him having loads of trouble turning that thing though.
Think this one will also give a problem like that? If yes, then I may want to consider putting a VERY large front wheel (like a 23" front spoke), and reduce the rake a tad. I think that'd put the track right back where it needs to be - yes?
I never rode my father's chopper (his was freakishly raked/stretched), just his sporty. His chopper was an old Triumph rigid, with a girder front end that stretched as far as the eye could see. I do remember him having loads of trouble turning that thing though.
Think this one will also give a problem like that? If yes, then I may want to consider putting a VERY large front wheel (like a 23" front spoke), and reduce the rake a tad. I think that'd put the track right back where it needs to be - yes?
I broke out the tape measure tonight -
From the bottom of the trees to the axle - 24"
From the Top of the trees to the axle - 31.5"
What's a stock fork length on a sporty? I may just get a springer that has about the same length as I have right now in fork length.
From the bottom of the trees to the axle - 24"
From the Top of the trees to the axle - 31.5"
What's a stock fork length on a sporty? I may just get a springer that has about the same length as I have right now in fork length.
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From: navarre ohio
stock is 31 inches.. a 33inch springer would make a good ride.the front should be raised a little, becaust it has suspension, if it wasnt, you would hit the ground evrytime the suspension diped. a hard tail frame bike shouldnt sit level,