Need your input on stance.

[bugzaper]

Note: Hope I'm posting this in the right place, if not let me know or move it for me.

Need your input on stance.
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I'm leaning towards the lowest or last pic..
I've eliminated the front shocks and was going to fab a single coil over for the rear but, decided to make it a full rigid frame. Let me know what you think.

1. about 4.5 inches
2. about 2 inches
3. right around 1 inch which I like.. :thumbsup:.. especially if I go to a small diameter tire / wheel combo. This also allows for the straightest frame stance which would be strongest when I weld.

last pic. below, wouldn't let me down load all three on one post.....

 

[bugzaper]

3. about 1 inch (see above for lead in)

 

[fistfullabar]

need back shocks:thumbsup:

 

[jeep2003]

I like number one with the level top bar and do rear suspention and keep those spoked wheels :thumbsup: also its easier to visualise with a seat and tank

 

[trinik7597]

I agree with jeep I do not like the rake toward the back :thumbsup: keep the frame suspended if you want a rigid frame get a different bike jmo

 

[bugzaper]

Thanks for the input!
I'm leaning towards a rigid frame build. Maybe even stretching the rear tubes 6" or so for better weight distribution.
The front shocks were already gone when I got this bike and the rear ones are pretty much junk.

 

[bugzaper]

Well...decided on keeping the rear shocks and glad I did!
Relocated them a bit forward for better movement and re-enforced the new upper mounts (for my fat ---).
Also.
Got the new wheels bearings installed / half rack bearings installed / seat and handle bars back on. "Whew" forgot how much time these little burgers can take out of your day!
Next.
Engine install / brake and throttle cables (new) install and hopefully will be ready in time for the "Mini-Bike Drags" here in MO.!

 

[bugzaper]

Thanks for the input!
I'm leaning towards a rigid frame build. Maybe even stretching the rear tubes 6" or so for better weight distribution.
The front shocks were already gone when I got this bike and the rear ones are pretty much junk.

Decided to stay pretty much stock with this one and after getting it running go on to build a dedicated drag mini using newer technology and parts.

 

[David wulf]

Yep stretch the swing arm , if you run a big gear it will help keep the front end down .
Also in your other post about gearing , it would help to try to find a bigger rear sprocket like 60 or more .
Liking your build if you need help just ask .

 

[fistfullabar]

shocks looking good i hope ya keep umimp:

 

[bugzaper]

Yep stretch the swing arm , if you run a big gear it will help keep the front end down .
Also in your other post about gearing , it would help to try to find a bigger rear sprocket like 60 or more .
Liking your build if you need help just ask .

Thanks for the info. and help, I'll do some searching and see what I can come up with.

 

[cxbra]

I like the first pic, where the back end was lifted the highest.. thats just me though. The other pics remind me of a bike with broken shocks. I personally think you should keep it as is... fabricate some shock mounts, buy some shocks and call it a day. Just think about when you find bikes that have been absolutely butchered by the hands of the previous owner, and figuring out why the hell they ruined a perfectly good bike? Dont be that guy my friend :thumbsup::laugh:.