8hp Death Bike

A few months ago I posted the start of this project and I kinda left it hanging, so here's it done! 8hp Tecumseh 320cc flathead, with removed governor, 2 speed belt transmission, stick shift, top speed is currently 55mph, max rpm 5,500rpm (thats reallllly pushing it and it never goes that high riding), meant to look loosely like a 1915ish motorcycle.

 

[curtisfox]

Could you post a closeup of the shifting controls, not in the shade? .......KOOOL BIKE...........Curt

 

[dmopedMA]

I would love to see a video of your transmission in action

 

[gary55]

What a cool looking bike!

 

[mattrgray]

What a cool looking bike!

Thanks!

 

[wheelbender6]

I love the look of the vertical, flat head engine.

 

[curtisfox]

Yes my fave-rate is the old flat head engines, old school look

 

[mattrgray]

I'll get closeups of the transmission, but I cant't figure out how to upload videos to the forums.

 

[james65]

I'll get closeups of the transmission, but I cant't figure out how to upload videos to the forums.

Love the build! Get rid of tank!
Of course the tank only looks bad to china girl builders, the public just loves the overall look which in this case is great.

 

[james65]

I can see & understand the 2 speed setup. However with 8 HP probably not needed. With a smaller engine the two speed would make a world of difference!