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Tech => Home Brew => Topic started by: electricdominic on April 12, 2012, 07:28:53 AM
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1992 Gsxr 750 missing plastic farings, everything else looks good.
Is this a good starting platform?
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Depends largely on the proposed build, I don't think it is one of the lightest frame out there, but if you want an open road cruiser the extra weight capacity is probably a good thing.
Depending on your plan and mechanical ability, the cradle frame could also be a positive or a negative.
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It will largely be a commuter bike. If I should go lighter, what frames should I look for?
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Commuter bike at what speed and range?
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Speed 45mph ... Range 34 miles round trip
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should be just fine. Get some lifepo4 and a decent motor and you should be able to meet those requirements. I'd throw 4-5kwh of batteries in there and you'll have no issues getting the range you want. Speed won't be much of an issue either, get a brushed perm magnet motor or series wound.
budget?