I posted this in an unrelated topic, so i thought id post it here also!
If anyone is thinking about a Gusset kit... on the aluminum frame, you best make sure you have a good welder install it, and make sure its TIG welded. MIG welding can weaken the frame.
As for the frame in general, everyone is going to have to take care of them, protect all areas from wear, beside your boots and the under side. Aluminum does have alot more memory then steel (it will stretch much farther and come back to its original state). But it also can get strectched and will tear, not crack like steel will. An aluminum frame will not straighten back out like a steel frame will, bring it back and it will most definately brake. So for those of you insuring them, PUT colission on them. And dont forget, an aluminum frame will rought from the inside out. Winter riding will be hard on them!
And i for the side sections of them frame, they are Cast, any blunt force and you will be in a world of hurt! Keep them protected!
And i cant wait for everyones feedback on the bikes... its an exciting bike!
If anyone is thinking about a Gusset kit... on the aluminum frame, you best make sure you have a good welder install it, and make sure its TIG welded. MIG welding can weaken the frame.
As for the frame in general, everyone is going to have to take care of them, protect all areas from wear, beside your boots and the under side. Aluminum does have alot more memory then steel (it will stretch much farther and come back to its original state). But it also can get strectched and will tear, not crack like steel will. An aluminum frame will not straighten back out like a steel frame will, bring it back and it will most definately brake. So for those of you insuring them, PUT colission on them. And dont forget, an aluminum frame will rought from the inside out. Winter riding will be hard on them!
And i for the side sections of them frame, they are Cast, any blunt force and you will be in a world of hurt! Keep them protected!
And i cant wait for everyones feedback on the bikes... its an exciting bike!