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Post by roger32849 on Apr 2, 2016 22:08:33 GMT
Eddie, you could always incorperate the MEV logo into the pin striping. It would be a subtle touch. Pin striping isn't just lines any more. There is a whole new design set now, from barbed wire to fishing poles, what ever strikes your imagination a good striper can incorporate it in the design.... even sailboats and airplanes.
Roger :-)
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Post by edvb on Apr 24, 2016 23:11:09 GMT
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Post by mawdo81 on Apr 25, 2016 16:00:52 GMT
Love it! Was expecting 2, thin, go faster stripes!
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Post by roger32849 on Apr 25, 2016 19:25:40 GMT
Your trike is DONE...put your signature and seal on it, then ride it. It looks like a million.
Roger
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Post by edvb on Apr 25, 2016 23:52:21 GMT
Thanks mawdo81. That was what I expected also It blew my mine when I saw it. That kid has some artistic talent! For a $100.00 US plus tip it was one hell of a deal. Edward
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Post by edvb on Apr 25, 2016 23:55:21 GMT
Thanks Roger Yes it is finally done so now it is just ride ride ride. I am tickled pink on how it turned out Edward
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Post by davej98002 on Apr 26, 2016 1:22:33 GMT
Hey, Edwards lady has a "Tramp Stamp". Looks real good for $100. I was quoted around $250 for about the same amount of striping.
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Post by smokinguitarplayer on Apr 28, 2016 14:02:33 GMT
Beautiful Ed.
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Post by edvb on Apr 28, 2016 22:54:11 GMT
Thanks Fred It took awhile to get all the details correct but now it is completely done. Funny how when you get done it still takes another year or two to take care of all the little details that bug you The trailer really opened up where I can go so I plan quite a few trips this year. Edward
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Post by gwnwar on Apr 29, 2016 4:53:42 GMT
Edward.. are you front tires directional tread?? if so you need to swap them left to right..right to left.so the V hits pavement first and throws the water out the side groves. you have the groves hitting first forcing water to the center of the tread..
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Post by edvb on Apr 29, 2016 13:22:40 GMT
gwnwar
I know it looks like the pattern is backwards but I assure you that it is correct. It is the way the tire is designed to work even if it looks wrong.
Edward
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Post by johnp on Apr 29, 2016 14:43:47 GMT
Assumption: the front tyre is designed to be used on a two wheeled bike or scooter. If this is the case, read on.
I'm no biker, nor am I an engineer, but I can see the logic of having a tread pattern that is at its most effective in removing water when the bike is leaned over while cornering, pushing water to what in an upright position would be the middle of the tyre.
I see it as a compromise allowing the tyre to operate at its minimum efficacy in the rain in the vertcal position, i.e. while travelling in a straight line where shifting water is less critical.
In the Eco-Exo the tyres do not have to make this compromise so you should either swap sides or find a tyre designed for vertical use, as in a car.
I reckon a chat with a major tyre supplier might help.
Addendum: I have emailed James Bailey at motorsport.dunlop.eu for advice; I hope he replies.
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Post by erik on Apr 29, 2016 16:20:09 GMT
The arrow on the flange shows the direction. If you reverse the tire, you may have insurance issues? The thread pattern is correct. I have them too on my Exo.
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Post by davej98002 on Apr 29, 2016 18:35:21 GMT
That I know of, there are NO/NONE/ZERO car tires that will fit the front wheels of a Burgman 400. Burgman 650 yes there are a few 145/65 15 out there.
If the next generation of Eco-EXO's do come out, PLEASE do not use motorcycle front wheels! There are 1000's of lightweight car rims that would work and then you can run a flat tread car tire (tyre) for more grip. A flat profile tire will make a trike more stable. It will not want to roll up on the sidewall like a Motorcycle tire is designed to do.
All three tires on a trike should be flat profile tread but only the 2008 and up Burgman 400 has a car tire that will fit the rear.
These are just my opinions. I have no dog in this dog fight. But I have been around motorcycles for 45+ years and do run a "Mud and Snow" CAR tire on the back of my two wheel Burgman 650, have since 2006 and over 130,000 miles. And also on my Goldwings too.
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Post by roger32849 on May 4, 2016 1:27:22 GMT
I am running the same type of tread on my tires as Edward (not the same brand though). I had my last set of tires installed with the point of the tread pattern hitting the pavement first. The tire was rotating backward. I will admit, it was not by design, but by accident this happened. The tires showed normal flat use wear, I didn't notice any ill effect or signs of danger by having them on reverse rotation. The new tires...(Bridgestone Hoop) are the same as the ones I removed. This set is installed as it would be on a scooter, rotating with the arrow. I cannot tell the difference. I minimize riding in the rain, but realize the UK has enough wet riding days to warrant every precaution for safe motoring, including thinking out of the box when it comes to the best means to adapt tire rotation to compensate for environmental extremes. I am of a mind to think there is really no real wrong way to install them. I will see what happens at the end of my riding season. I might be pursueded to change my thinking if my handling characteristics have taken a turn for the worse after a few wet riding days. We'll see. Ride safe guys.....
Roger Worcester, Massachusetts
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