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Old 09-04-2021, 04:00 PM   #6
swordtart
 
Join Date: Jun 2008
Default Re: Missing an VG1 Cycle Design

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Originally Posted by 43Supporter View Post
An alternate _Maximilian_, "keeping it period" (_VG2_ and earlier tech):

Reversed Light Trike, Standard chassis, Heavy suspension, Super Cycle power plant, 3 Motorcycle Puncture-Resistant tires, Driver w/SWC, Rocket Launcher Front, Spikedropper Back w/10 Explosive Spikes, Heavy-Duty Brakes, Antilock Brakes, Overdrive, Plastic Armor: F25, L20, R20, B20, T15, U10, Acceleration 10, Top Speed 137.5 +20 w/Overdrive, HC 3, 1600 lbs., $8985

Not as fast; not as expensive. :)
Yes, I should have thought of just upgrading the plant (forgot that bike plants often only increase in weight and cost not space).

Add Superconductors to the above and you get something identical to the original other than it is 5mph slower. If you want the full 150/170 you need to spring for Platinum Catalysts as well and that costs an extra $400.

Even with HC 3 at 170 you only need a couple of D1s a turn before you are in trouble. 17" is a long way to drive with no manoeuvres or hazard to avoid. Even a minor fishtail will likely end up in a tank-slapper that ends badly. You might be better off saving that money for plant upgrades and spending it on safety equipment instead :)

Last edited by swordtart; 09-05-2021 at 12:13 AM. Reason: Consequences
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