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how/where to beef the frame up


Discussion at Motorized Bicycle Engine Kit Forum in the Paint Booth & Chop Shop forum. I am thinking about this stretch frame as a new build...I like the straight bottom tube, it lends itself ...
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Old 10-02-2009, 10:18 PM
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Question how/where to beef the frame up

I am thinking about this stretch frame as a new build...I like the straight bottom tube, it lends itself to a 4stroke mount easily
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I would like tips on how to make it stronger
ie...where to reinforce it with gussetts ,,,I know others have had frames crack and stuff
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Old 10-02-2009, 10:46 PM
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Bill,
Studying that frame but not knowing your weight and the riding surfaces you usually travel, I've added a couple of gussets where I would add them if I were building that bike. The red ones for sure and the purple one unless you can incorporate some strengthening in your motor mount. I'd probably use 1/4" plate but 3/16" would suffice, I'm sure. That is an interesting looking chassis and should make a great looking cruiser. Keep us informed.
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Old 10-02-2009, 10:59 PM
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This is where I would gusset it.
:edit: Dammit! I'm too slow!

But my gussets are fancier!
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Old 10-02-2009, 11:45 PM
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I am 145lbs and always ride on smooth bike lanes
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Old 10-03-2009, 12:40 AM
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Default Re: how/where to beef the frame up

Bill,

I think you and I are looking to the same thing here, or at least real similar.
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