[python] Front suspension update
- From: Vi Vuong <vi_vuong@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: Python <python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:28:22 -0800 (PST)
Hi All,
The original build, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liEgAoT_8eI, is modified
after several months of testing.
BB-EOS length is shorted ~3in (4in tubing), to reduce pedal reach and to
increase the knee clearance of the shock posts. Legs are more comfortable now.
Reaching the pedal too far can put strain on the legs, despite having smaller
wheelsize (24") than the FP02 (26"), http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ursy9LxXlqc
Compared to the FP02, seat height is 20cm less, but at 36cm, it still high
relative to the survey. We'll see how it fairs in comfort vs. the FP02 over
the next few months...
The pivot joint is reinforced, after it broke during testing, It's still the
weakest point in the bike. Perhaps another round of reinforcement is in
order...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsK3sF1P-HQ
The video also includes some build details, the idler, fork modification for
sprocket clearance, front frame, and rear frame...
Wiki page is also up, http://en.openbike.org/wiki/FS24P
Cheers,
Vi
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