Cannonball3
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I built this bike back in 2014. Was a rather demanding build making it all fit and work. Has never been ridden until today. Other builds, house renos, moves etc always kept the ride in the maybe next week thoughts. Figured with the state of the World, better get it out and ride it!
Its a 1955 Schwinn World frame married to a 47 Maytag 72 twin, with friction drive. To get the engine mounted as I wanted would drive the bike backwards. So I twisted the belt. The little engine is very unique in design. Has no carb. Runs at a constant rpm between 1800/2000. Fast enoughbto wash clothes. To ride it you start it, pedal to speed ad let out the clutch. It rides on contentedly until you need to stop. Its not fast but its super fun easing along at 15/20mph with the little twin buzzing quietly along. There is not a hint of vibes. Gives the feel of an early 1900s motorcycle maybe. With a few minor tweeks it will be going to my wifes antique store for sale. If I ride again it wont make it
Its a 1955 Schwinn World frame married to a 47 Maytag 72 twin, with friction drive. To get the engine mounted as I wanted would drive the bike backwards. So I twisted the belt. The little engine is very unique in design. Has no carb. Runs at a constant rpm between 1800/2000. Fast enoughbto wash clothes. To ride it you start it, pedal to speed ad let out the clutch. It rides on contentedly until you need to stop. Its not fast but its super fun easing along at 15/20mph with the little twin buzzing quietly along. There is not a hint of vibes. Gives the feel of an early 1900s motorcycle maybe. With a few minor tweeks it will be going to my wifes antique store for sale. If I ride again it wont make it
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