it didn't affect the ride at all! I switched the fork tubes around so that the wheel mounts to the forward position. It did change the geometry of the angle slightly. But what it lost in angle it more than made up for in wheelbase gain. I also painted the chainguard which makes it look a little more complete. I added the pic with me in it. I wanted a few pics with myself and my creations. One day I will be happy I have a few. Enjoy your Turkey Rod Bike! LOL :roll: