Max IV Springer

[whipper-ag]

[micmac]

This is what I've been waiting for!!!


I'm starting to save my pennies for the kit!!!

Mike

[Mike]

Awesome!

[hydromike]

Okay, the important questions...

This is an earlier pig, so does it use the same smaller bearings as the RIM? Are you going to heighten the frame rails to accomodate the larger flanges if it does? One of the best changes that I've seen on the Max IV is actually sitting on a bench at RI. They've moved the T-20 forward on the frame so it sits under the rear seat, and lowered the engine to a practical and logical location. It sits down on the frame now, rather than the pedestel it was on before. It looked bone-simple, and I think the benefits would be incredible. Lower C.O.G., simple access to the trans., etc. Since this'll undoubtedly have 1-1/4" splined shafts, are you going the extra mile to change the whole chain setup? This project looks like it could be the most fun...

~m

[micmac]

Mike,

That's interesting about the Max IV are they going to start producing that for 2008. I wonder would they have a retro kit to do that to the older ones. It sure would be nice to have better access to the T-20

Mike

[liflod]

I've been waiting for them to move the T-20 in the IVs and drop the engine down to the frame. I thought about doing the same on my old red Max, but it looked like too much effort. I wonder what else they are going to change to keep up with the Argos newer designs? This is a major change for the Max IV. I think its the first in 30 years !!! This could have me looking at a brand new machine when it comes out !! With the engine sitting lower in the tub, they can push the seats back even farther. Can you sneak in and get us some pictures?

[whipper-ag]

[hydromike]

And last but not least what do I do 2-stroke? 4-stroke2-stroke4-stroke?

My vote would be for the inline 4 out of the Yamaha RX-1 sled. It comes in a turbo version, and it's a small, tight package. That actually might be a bit much for the T-20, but who knows? I'm not sure about the overall width of the engine, and if it'd fit in the bay. There are a few other turbo-4's out there, but this one's already set up for a (somewhat) comparably-weighted vehicle with a CVT. If I had a second vote, it would be for a liquid triple two stroke. I have a weakness for BIG Rotax engines, so I'd go with something along the lines of the 809, or the 999 trip. Throw a trio of Mikuni 44s on the back, some nice pipes, and you're in business. You've already corralled the reliable ponies. Maybe it's time for something a bit more....uh... twitchy?

Oh well, I've neither the time nor money for something so high-end right now. You decide!

~m

[robertkbush]

where can i find a springer kit

[George]

where can i find a springer kit

If you're serious, pm Whipper or the Model Citizen.