Micromotorcycle as if from an assembly line

Micromotorcycle as if from an assembly line

A micromotorcycle is one of the simplest, most accessible and safest means of teaching teenagers how to ride in motoring towns. Purely externally, in terms of layout, it differs little from a “real” motorcycle. At the same time, it is lighter, more maneuverable, and its speed “ceiling” is relatively low. In the design of micromotorcycles, Read more…

WINDSURFER… WITH OARS

WINDSURFER... WITH OARS

The sailboard has gained enormous popularity today. More and more bodies of water “bloom” with its bright triangles in the summer. However, when there is no wind, windsurfers and their sails lie along the shores mostly idle. And then athletes should remember another wonderful type of water sport – rowing. Let us remind you that Read more…

“Pocket” velomobile

"Pocket" velomobile

Most velomobile designs feature a rigid connection between the frame and wheel axles. This places increased demands on the quality of a number of parts that cannot be produced at home. The relatively high seating position of the rider on most velomobiles impairs the stability of the car when cornering. Due to their large dimensions, Read more…

Mini-jeep: for both the city and the village

Mini-jeep: for both the city and the village

Many do-it-yourselfers gained initial experience in automobile construction by converting motorized strollers. And in general, the entire domestic “automobile” industry grew up on vehicles with motorcycle engines. Moreover, a beginner is attracted to this technique not only by the availability of purchasing initial components and assemblies, but also by the relatively short period of time Read more…

WATER MOTORBIKE

WATER MOTORBIKE

The pedal boat is a machine that has long been mastered by technology lovers, both young and old. Two light floats connected by a simple bridge, and on it is a frame from an old bicycle with a saddle, handlebars and pedals. The propeller is a homemade propeller. Get in and go wherever you want: Read more…

MINI TRUCK “SHISHIGA”

MINI TRUCK “SHISHIGA”

The idea of ​​making a mini-truck based on the Ant scooter came to my mind a long time ago. While operating a cargo scooter, I encountered a number of inconveniences. The biggest disadvantage of the scooter was the third wheel, located in front and constantly making it difficult to ride on uneven country and forest Read more…

OFF-SEASON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE

OFF-SEASON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE

Our magazine was one of the main popularizers of the recently emerged family of all-terrain vehicles – vehicles powered by low-pressure pneumatics. All-season, excellent cross-country ability, the ability not to disturb vegetation when driving through the forest or tundra – the advantages of vehicles of this type immediately attracted the attention of lovers of amateur Read more…

“Troll” – a business velomobile

"Troll" - a business velomobile

A modern city dweller cannot be intimidated by long trips: all types of public transport are at his service. Another thing is short everyday routes: to a kindergarten, a store, a workshop, a laundry… A rural resident, owner of a summer house or garden plot has to make short trips with cargo even more often. Read more…

Tricycle Tulpar Mono Traik

Tricycle Tulpar Mono Traik

I love to design various homemade wheeled vehicles. I have already made, for example, a mini tractor-loader, a stylized replica of the Lotus-7 from a VAZ-2101, and a buggy with a 1.5-liter engine. And last winter the idea came up to build a small single-seat tricycle for the season. And this way – so that Read more…