Loooooong Forks = instability and possible death

[Vaxian]

Wow! Worked on this Chopper for a guy. I mounted the engine, clutch, chain, and throttle.

Took a couple rides and OMG! Got it going maybe 30 MPH it's great once you get it going, but don't need to make a sharp turn!

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Personally I would chop the chappa :hack: :grind: just a bit.

 

[waynelass]

when building a chopper the bottom of the frame should follow the ground parraell ,therefore you have to change the rake angle as well ,it dosent look comforatable to ride ?:thumbsup:

 

[lonesherpa]

when building a chopper the bottom of the frame should follow the ground parraell ,therefore you have to change the rake angle as well ,it dosent look comforatable to ride ?:thumbsup:

You're right

A setup like this (where the lower tree puts the forks further from the steering head) would give the bike a less dangerous and more comfortable geometry