Giant CT 102 to LWB Low Racer Conversion
by Bevin Chu
Taipei, China
March 17, 2011
Giant CT 102 Urban Commuter Bike
In a previous post I spoke of converting my Giant CT 102 Urban Commuter Bike into a DIY LWB (Long Wheelbase) Mid Racer.
An alternative might be the following DIY LWB Low Racers.
These LWB low racers are constructed with a single length of straight tubing. A number of builders have used 1.5″ x 1.5″ x 0.125″ (3.8cm x 3.8cm x 0.3cm) square steel tubing. This single section of mild steel tubing connects the bottom bracket to the rear triangle, and forms the main chassis of the bike. Relatively little fabrication and welding is required.
On a LWB Low Racer the cyclist is seated very low to the ground, almost as low as on a tadpole trike. The low seating height minimizes injuries in the event of a spill.
Leo’s Big Low Rider
http://www.manytracks.com/Recumbent/leonardi.htm#bikes
Homba’s Long Wheelbase Low Racer Recumbent Bicycle
http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-long-wheelbase-low-racer-recumbent-bicycle/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVqNFPh32w4&feature=player_embedded
http://homsher.com/bike/mantis/img/
Head tube
Head tube
Remote head tube with steering linkage
Remote head tube with steering linkage
View from Cockpit
1.5″ x 1.5″ x 0.125″ square steel main chassis tube, welded to bottom bracket
Seat Back Support
Underside of seat and chain idler
Bolted connection between chainstays and main chassis
