1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 27, 2020 (edited) Hi and thanks for this contest idea, it's great! I'm a big fan of Mad Max, so I had to take part: absurdly overpowered engines, off-road capability and possibly weapons? I'm in. I love building bikes, and those contests always lack bikes, so a motorcycle it had to be. I wanted a shaft driven single swing arm because it allows for quick wheel change and the absence of a chain is a good thing when riding sand. Also, I packed the beefiest power unit possible; a quad flat twin. That's right; 8 cylinders in a cube layout. Flat twins are proven, reliable pieces of motorcycle machinery, why not stack them instead of just using a car's engine? Finally, I added a nitro tank for that extra speed spike that will leave everyone biting my dust. Yeah, and also some ways to retaliate; explosive and smoke grenades in the back, and a large caliber gun to go. It's getting near finished, sorry for the poor quality photos, didn't have time to set-up a correct shooting session yet. Thanks for watching! Edited January 31, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jurss Posted January 27, 2020 Nice motorcycle. Can You show more of engine, how those cylinders are working together? Is there just some gears between two blocks, or what? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 27, 2020 Thanks! The layout is basically 2 flat fours in vertical position, connected together by 2 24 tooth classic wheels on top. The front engine is then connected to the transmission shaft below by a 12 tooth bevel on a 20 tooth wheel. Nothing complicated, really. Initially, I wanted to have a gearbox, but that was too hard to cram in that tiny space. So I just made something that simply works. I'll add more pictures soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jurss Posted January 27, 2020 OK, clear, I was hoping for something more interesting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jundis Posted January 27, 2020 Oh you stole my idea! :D (I also tried working on a special kind of bike like a scrambler, but wouldn't have enough time to finish it after all...) I really like the overall look! Maybe you can make it look even more "evil" and maybe a little more fit for the apocalypse? Like adding some jerry cans, tool or something like that? :-) Also the headlight seem to be a bit small, maybe the one on my bike is too big though :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 27, 2020 (edited) Thanks! I'm sorry to you hear you won't be submitting another bike, I love seeing fresh bike builds! I'll try and take your suggestions into account. More evilness could definitely be a nice touch. Yeah, that's what I though at first about the headlight. But then it grew on me, and this kinda inadequate looks match the theme in my opinion. Plus, the next available round piece would be 3x3 which would clearly be over sized. And I've tried with a rectangular 3x2 composite, but it's not as sturdy and doesn't look better in the end. Edited January 28, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 27, 2020 2 hours ago, Jurss said: OK, clear, I was hoping for something more interesting I wish I could have come up with something more interesting too... But there really ain't much room in there. So I focused more on the looks. I love the exhaust pipes! Seriously, the Technic aspect I'm most happy with on this build is the rear single arm. They're not easy to do; they tend to twist. This one does not. It's firm, compact and, having 2 cardans, homokinetic. Woot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clawp Posted January 27, 2020 Nice motorcycle, any chance to share the digital file? That would go nice to display. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 28, 2020 10 hours ago, Clawp said: Nice motorcycle, any chance to share the digital file? That would go nice to display. Thanks ! I have to create it in the first place, but yes, why not? I'll do it for the final model, ok? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clawp Posted January 28, 2020 4 hours ago, 1980SomethingSpaceGuy said: Thanks ! I have to create it in the first place, but yes, why not? I'll do it for the final model, ok? Sure, thanks. Good luck in the competition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 29, 2020 (edited) I've added apocalypse accessories. A jerrycan (as Jundis pointed out, it's always safe to have a bit extra range), a saddle bag for all that stuff you need to have at hand, and a minelayer device. I figured laying mines made more sense for a fast, lightweight machine rather than mounting big guns, harpoons or whatever. What do you think? Edited February 7, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jundis Posted January 29, 2020 Now we are talking! Love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 30, 2020 (edited) Thank you ! I switched the side stand from right to left as it should be, added a second suspension spring on the swing arm and changed a few parts' color here and there. I also wanted to update the minelayer's release mechanism to drop one at a time instead of all at once, but haven't come to something satisfying yet. The big bore gun, on the other hand, got an upgrade to a sniper rifle with scope, which is more to my taste. Edited January 31, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted January 31, 2020 (edited) Cheers! Edited February 8, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clawp Posted February 1, 2020 I really need to start ordering for parts :D this motorcycle is killing me The level of details and the awesome aspect of the bike is awesome. The colors blend so well. (not for competition) But how hard it would be to add some covers to the engine ? so its only accessible on demand? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 1, 2020 (edited) Thanks! You may remove top exhausts and use panels 13 & 14 on the sides, they would fit quite well (sorry, I only have black at hand): That should give your build a more civilized looks. Edited February 7, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clawp Posted February 1, 2020 Good idea to use the 13/14 panels. I went into the stud.io and look at some tiles 1 x 4 or something similar, but that might not look as good as the panels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 2, 2020 I managed to get a 1-by-1 release mechanism for the minelayer that I'm content with. It's compact and reliable enough. Also, a few details were tuned: That's all, folks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 6, 2020 I figured I'd like a more detailed motor. But since there's only so much room in there, that would be at the cost of some of the cylinders. I started building a camshaft and push rod valves and it became obvious that I only could keep 2 cylinders. I managed to get a correct 2:1 ratio with the crankshaft, but the timing can't be perfect. That's the new block: It's a bit less absurd, but a nice lot more Technic.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 6, 2020 (edited) Engine swapped. ..but honestly, I don't like it. The valve mechanism prevents it to run smooth, and I had to tweak the frame a bit in a way that I'm not really happy with. I think I'd rather keep it smooth and totally absurd, fits more to the theme. Edited February 7, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clawp Posted February 6, 2020 The old engine was looking better in my opinion... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 6, 2020 (edited) On 2/6/2020 at 5:49 PM, Clawp said: The old engine was looking better in my opinion... Thanks for your feedback. I totally agree. I put the old block back on, fine tuned a few more details and took a few more shots. Edited February 8, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy New pics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 10, 2020 (edited) Started modeling it in Studio 2.0. Nice piece of software! Edited February 10, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 11, 2020 (edited) After a few hours' flight with Studio 2.0, I have to say this soft is really good! The renders take an awful lot of time on my old laptop, but they look great! Edited February 15, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy New pic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1980SomethingSpaceGuy Posted February 15, 2020 (edited) Almost done! Edited February 16, 2020 by 1980SomethingSpaceGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
