| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 08:57 | [?] |
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| the sub-frame of the R is made of Steel, but all the swingarms are aluminum as noted by One. | |
| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 16:13 | [?] |
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The subframe on the R is aluminum. I know that for a fact. I had new upper mounts welded on mine when I put it on my Ss.
Steel would be way heavier with that much material. |
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| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 16:24 | [?] |
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| I was talking about the cheese grater and the tail surrounding it. It also feels like aluminum, correct? | |
| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 18:55 | [?] |
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| hey evlxb, shoot me an email when these become available at eo_scenario@yahoo.com, looks great, best mount I've seen so far | |
| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 19:01 | [?] |
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| Yes that is aluminum also. | |
| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 19:31 | [?] |
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EVILXB:
Awesome work!! + rep! I want one of these when available. Put me in line... Speedkills' email |
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| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 21:44 | [?] |
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Hate to crush everyones excitement but EVLXB hasn't been on in a long time! Probably forgot about us 
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| Posted: 11 Jun 2009 22:44 | [?] |
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| I was reading through the whole post before, and he said something about going to Korea? Perhaps he is still there? | |
| Posted: 23 Jun 2009 19:16 | [?] |
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| I am back now guys, Korea sucks BTW. I have been really busy at work and at home. I did manage to continue working on the plate mounts (I wouldn't forget about my Buell brothers). I have to leave town again for a couple of weeks or so, but I will get back to them mid July. Sorry to keep everone waitin' | |
| Posted: 23 Jun 2009 19:47 | [?] |
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WOOO HOOO no worries EVLXB!
Glad you made it back in one piece! 
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| Posted: 25 Jul 2009 00:21 | [?] |
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| Very nice. I'd like to know when u have one available. fireman_cfd@yahoo.com. Do u think it would interfere w/ the bags on a XB12XT? | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 03:33 | [?] |
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Liked the look and idea was gonna buy 1 from evilxb got tired of waitin so with a case of beer and the help of a friend we made this 1 in about 5hrs. Not perfect but just our prototype. Let me know what ya think at backwardsam@yahoo.com or on the thread im startin.
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 03:41 | [?] |
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Looks good to me!!
Now can you produce them, back them and give us all a good price? |
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 03:47 | [?] |
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1. yes we can make more just need some interest
2. been on the bike for a month now with no probs. 3. need input on what its worth 4. thinkin of makin one to give to a member here with good rep. to let me and the others know what they think of it |
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 03:53 | [?] |
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| I know in maryland that it's illegal, can you make one horizontal? I found a this article when I was searching to see whether or not it was illegal. Ocean City Today--Maryland | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 03:59 | [?] |
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| havent tried but im sure its possible | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 09:09 | [?] |
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| I know that would freak a cop out, they'd already be looking for a reason for them to pull you over and to see this, whoa buddy. Just a matter of time | |
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| Ya, cops don't like duct tape over the #'s of your plate.. LOL | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 10:35 | [?] |
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| wtf how did this turn in to a mi thread sweet plate mount grand rapids here | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 18:17 | [?] |
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Hey guys - I know it has been awhile... I had to take a step back from the project. I had mine on the bike for months and it broke off the other day. I was riding and it bounced around between the wheel and swing arm. If it would have gotten into the wheel... bad things. So I am re-evaluating the design. Mine is steel and pretty heavy - I believe the welds fatigued and broke due to the vibrations and the long moment arm. I may add a rubber isolator to elliminate the vibrations.
Samniam - I would keep an eye on your welds. The risk for reward is a concerm. |
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 18:24 | [?] |
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| Oh and sorry I left so many folks hanging on this project. The failure was completley unexpected and very serious. I am glad no one had this on their bike when it failed. | |
| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 19:15 | [?] |
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wow glad to see your ok, thats what matters.
Ever thought of drilling and taping the rod(solid I assume). Then bolting it to the plate mount and mounting bracket flush? Even if you did it after welding as a safety feature. |
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 19:41 Last Edited By: onelogue | [?] |
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Dang Evlbx, sorry to hear about the unfortunate mishap. Hope the bike is ok!!
People were just mentioning how the welds on those brackets would probably break. Thanks for letting us know, since a lot of us are getting interested in making our own designs. 
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 20:42 Last Edited By: xtremelow | [?] |
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That is why Chris did his the way I have shown below and have the other thread about. No welds no worry on the breakage. Just use lock washers as supplied and you should be all set. Plus it is only $20.
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Samniam - I would keep an eye on your welds. The risk for reward is a concerm. Thanks for the heads up evlxb. i checked on it and it seems fine. my dude who welded it together has about 15 years exp. as a welder and 10 yrs as an ironworker so i trust his welds but ill def. take ur advice seriosly. |
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 23:32 | [?] |
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Ya, cops don't like duct tape over the #'s of your plate.. LOL No kiddin, funny thing is im leavin the carryout this mornin on my way 2 work and i noticed some duct tape on my plate
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| Posted: 13 Aug 2009 23:47 | [?] |
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| lol | |
| Posted: 14 Aug 2009 19:12 | [?] |
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| Sam - I took a second look at your design and I think you will be better off. I ground off alot of the weld where the bracket mounts to the swing arm and I think I went too far. It looks like yours has much more fillet to it. Mine was flush to the tubes. I am in the process of building a new prototype for myself - I may 'borrow' your idea on the bracket. I would still like to incorporate some sort of rubber isolator though. I'm using hollow tubing to save on weight... is yours solid or hollow. | |
| Posted: 14 Aug 2009 19:34 | [?] |
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I smell tickets  
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| Posted: 14 Aug 2009 23:14 | [?] |
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In florida 1200 dollar tickets now thats a STRONG smell...LOL
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