RRBBO13 --ROYALE--

[Donniebikes55]

I reposted all of the photos to full size

 

[Donniebikes55]

Continued working on frame. Installed bottom bracket, 3 & 1/2 inches higher and more metal needed off the scrap heap for the next step.

 

[Donniebikes55]

I then extended the backbone. Its still in the mock up phase so nothing is permanently welded until the final height and length is determined.

 

[Donniebikes55]

Some more scrap heap shenanigans!!

 

[Donniebikes55]

Had to throw in a little commercial break. This is a build I did last fall using a garbage picked beach cruiser.

 

[Donniebikes55]

OK back to work. This is the stretched rear subframe assembly. Apparently you got a preview in a previous post by accident...

 

[Donniebikes55]

 

[Donniebikes55]

Now I have my first full mock up, complete with an awesome t-shirt that arrived in the mail.

The frame definitely needs some tweaks but I got it covered. I'm really not sure what forks are going to make the final cut yet, but aside from the pink these aren't to bad. It's really starting to talk to me now and believe me, I'm listening...

 

[The Renaissance Man]

How long is that??? Talk about a stretch!

I hope the leverage is not too much for that rear suspension when you add your weight on it.

 

[Verrt]

Now I have my first full mock up, complete with an awesome t-shirt that arrived in the mail.View attachment 77359

The frame definitely needs some tweaks but I got it covered. I'm really not sure what forks are going to make the final cut yet, but aside from the pink these aren't to bad. It's really starting to talk to me now and believe me, I'm listening...

Holy cow! I haven't checked in on the build before now, I did NOT expect it to go where it has after reading the opening post!

That got real crazy, real fast! Keep it up!

 

[Donniebikes55]

How long is that??? Talk about a stretch!

I hope the leverage is not too much for that rear suspension when you add your weight on it.[/Q

Holy cow! I haven't checked in on the build before now, I did NOT expect it to go where it has after reading the opening post!

That got real crazy, real fast! Keep it up!

Hello

How long is that??? Talk about a stretch!

I hope the leverage is not too much for that rear suspension when you add your weight on it.

HelloTRM,sorry I haven't answered but this form of communication is new to me. The bike is 8 feet 8 inches long. I have another brace planned for the extended backbone that should take care of things, I just have to get some metal from THE PILE. I appreciate your interest, been following this site for about a year, and I'm a fan of your work

 

[Fv2]

I'd ride it, it's kinda cooler than dangit.

 

[Donniebikes55]

Good morning RRB builders. Sorry I haven't replied sooner but I just learned how yesterday. I don't know what I expected but I didn't expect the positive response I got. I appreciate everyone's interest,and that they want to see what's next. I'm not sure myself, I hope I don't disappoint anyone. I'll try to keep up with replies but bear with me, I'm new to this computer stuff. Again, thanks to everyone, stay tuned, and good luck. This is almost too much fun

 

[SSG]

I love the crazy long stance. That's quite a stretch from the head tube back to where the seat will be. I'll be interested to see what kind of handlebars you come up with.

 

[Donniebikes55]

I like where this is going.

Glad you like it, enjoy the ride

 

[Donniebikes55]

This looks very interesting already.

Thanks so much for your interest, and good luck with your build

 

[Donniebikes55]

Grabbed my attention... Interested in seeing how this ends up.

. Yeah, it has my attention too, it's keeping me up at night

 

[Donniebikes55]

Wow, I wasn't expecting those frame mods as I scrolled down the page! This should be fun to watch!

BTW, when you (or Chris) post your pics, select 'Full Image' next to the file after it loads so that it will show up bigger on the screen.

I meant to thank you for the photo top, and to tell you how much I like Harlequin, I've had that steering system in my head for years and you built it. Awesome! !!

 

[Donniebikes55]

Nice mods.
-> watching with interest.

Thanks for watching, I see you're a pilot. When I build my flying bike, do you want to test it out? ??

 

[Donniebikes55]

Cool chopping!

I just love chopping them up, love my hacksaw