Hi guys

what is the best way to transfer drive from the bike engine (Fireblade probably) to the diff at the back? I guess there would be problems with a chain that length?? So is there some kind of adaptor or whats the best way to do it?

Greg.

Assuming it's a front engined rear wheel drive layout, most folks use a propshaft bolted to an adaptor that replaces the sprocket on the bike engine.

Good Luck

Ali

Best way is to bolt a motor directly on each wheel like they do on diesel electric locomotives!

fit the engine at 90 degrees from normal
replace sprocket with redily available adaptor
fit a sliding joint to a propshaft or custom made prop and bolt to the diff

Hadn't actually thought of turning the engine 90 deg. Makes sense! Guess that does away with the need for a chain drive diff. Thanks!

Greg.

Or you can put the engine in the rear and have an electric reverse:


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Reverse setup

any more info or links on that reverse? Thanks

I bought it from lynx racing. Not cheap, but it is good!
Try www.lynxae.co.uk and speak to Jon

Or you can use a transaxle
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My reservation with a transaxle (apart from cost) is weight.
I went the diff route too as it was a cheap lsd option.
But saying all that, the transaxle is a solidly engineered option and it looks bloody nice too.

[Edited on 26/7/2007 by nitram38]