My Tadpole Project (update--overdue)

[Alaskavan]

It has an internal CVT.

Sorry for getting off-topic here Dave. Hows the trike coming along?

 

[srdavo]

no problem Van.... I'm always looking for good ideas!!

does that cvt have a centrifugal clutch in there somewhere?

 

[srdavo]

I'm still mocking up different size rear wheels.... think I'll go with a 20"....it will make for a sturdier wheel.

 

[Alaskavan]

I think the way it works is that until it hits a certain rpm, the front pully doesn't close up enough to make the belt tight. Effectively the same as a clutch. That's my theory. I'm not gonna take it apart to see what's inside 'til it breaks.

 

[srdavo]

more mock up.....


2 hp Briggs.... on hand


Big Picture


a couple for alignment



I still think I am going to stay with 20" wheels, all the way around.

 

[thescooterguy]

pedals? are you going to use them?

 

[srdavo]

Yes sir.... there will be a boom out front with pedals.

sorta like Van's.... but not as cool!!
http://www.motoredbikes.com//attachment.php?attachmentid=8283&d=1214278570

 

[thescooterguy]

ok thats it i gotta have one too . another project .... im gonna make mine taller so i can see over traffic , lol

 

[srdavo]

tall, like this....?

http://www.motoredbikes.com/album.php?albumid=357&pictureid=2043

 

[thescooterguy]

thats nice too. great wheels , and that looks like a recliner for the seat . i like how used all the bike frames come together , almost needs a great dane pulling it