Time to look at the future of 3 wheeling...

[Derrick Adams]

For those of you that didn't get a chance to check it out at TF, here's my completed YTZ450. This bike was built by Jason Hall to my exact specs. The frame geometry and ergonomics are all tailored around my size and weight.

We built this bike as if Yamaha would have designed it. (Although we were smart enough to borrow the better parts from Honda).

Anyhow, all the details can be found in the build thread, here are the pictures.

Yes. Before you ask, I am very proud of this bike and Jasons talents as a custom fabricator and my friend. This bike was a year in planning and 6 months of building. Great job Jason, and thanks for the nice bike!



http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic5.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic2.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic1.jpg

[westcoast TRI-Z]

Beautiful! Had trikes stayed in production, that right there IS the 2008 Yamaha Tri-Z

[wheelie king]

Truly a fantastic machine and a great build. The tech knowledge and the detail put into that bike truly show...... GREAT JOB. And, congratulations for being the owner of the "future" of trikes. :TrikesOwn

Keep up the good work and future innovation

[BigRedRunner]

I was wondering how this was going to turn out....
IT'S AWESOME! :beer

[Dammit!]

Do the Banshee rear fenders bolt up with no mods or trimming?

[sandpuppi101]

Yeah Derrick I gotta say that ,that is a very beautiful machine,and you and Jason get a nice pat on the back with that machine.I could'nt keep mine covered up as long as you,LOL,but I was and still am very impressed with your build.

[84honda200s]

that is a very nice looking machine indeed. great job guys looks like a factory machine.

[Mosh]

Ahhh Craicky!!! She is a fine specimen....

No seriously,I got a chance to check it out up close and the tailored fit of all the parts they used is nothing short of extraordinary.Awesome job guys!!.

Hey!!I never did get to take her for a spin:confused: :( :drool:

[Orangecnty250r]

WOW that is very nice work!!!!!!!

[Yamada]

One word: AWESOME!!!
Now, who will build the first trike with electronic fuel injection and the first diesel trike???
Again, simply amazing...

[brrcuda]

so when are these going into black market production?

[Chevy200s]

Looks awesome man, I spent some time drooling over it this weekend at Trikefest. the pictures really dont even do it justice, up close you can see that every thing on it is brand new and done right. It makes you wonder what it would be like if these kinds of conversions became more popular, would be pretty cool. Why wait for the big 4 to build something that we can make ourselves? Well when I say we I mean a few very skilled builders. anyways, very nice job guys I now have a new background for my computer:lol:



One word: AWESOME!!!
the first diesel trike???


Its funny you should mention that, my buddy is actually building one right now. more on that later;)

[Derrick Adams]

Do the Banshee rear fenders bolt up with no mods or trimming?

No. But they work with minimal modifications. Remolding the seatpan is the most complicated part.

[tecat-z]

I to, spent quite a bit of time looking at how this AWESOME trike was put together. And each time i did, i found something else to marvel in. This truly is a piece of art work, and craftsmanship at its finest. Great job guys, and continue to pave the road into the future. I for one applaud your efforts!

[ProCarbine2k1]

I am one of the most picky, meticulous, anal-retentive guys you guys will meet, and I must say this machine is AMAZING. Got to see this work of art at trikefest, and let me tell you what, its just about as close as its going to get. Sounds dorky, but one of the things I liked most was the paddle style kick start. Way Kool!!!

[icp4life162005]

What kind of tires are on the back? I like the low profile look of them! If you don't mind me asking, What was the finale build cost?

[toocheaptosmoke]

sweet! :beer



What kind of tires are on the back? I like the low profile look of them! If you don't mind me asking, What was the finale build cost?

look like fast trekkers.

[Russell 350X]

Yea. that trike is awsome, got to look at it some, I was amazed. That is what a 2008 Z would look like, I agree on that.

[icp4life162005]

Thats what I thought but who makes the damn things?

[viper]

yes it is a very nice bike ...........i need one for a dune dragger !!!!!!!

[RedRider_AK]

Thats what I thought but who makes the damn things?

Titan ... :p

[icp4life162005]

Thank you Tocheaptosmoke and RedRider_AK!

[Jason Hall]

Thanks Derrick, You are an amazing person with so many great Idea's. Glad I could help In creating such an awesome bike. It really turned out NICE.

[motorola79]

Thats the best looking trike i`ve ever seen.... :beer
It really looks like a `08 model, and it must be extreme with 450cc`s
Congrats to both of you, amazing.

[Yamada]

The 350X is no way longer the king of the hill. You now have the factory biggest trike, hey hey,
450 CC WOW!!

[ColeTrickle]

Yes! sweet 350x killer :twisted:

Did you compete in any classes at trikefest? I'm wondering how it went, I'm sure there's plenty of power, how'd it handle? How much does it weigh? Sorry if you already answered these questions ;) that Z is by far the best trike ever :drool:

[ColeTrickle]

Just watched the YTZ450 win on the mx video! nice ride. I guess it goes pretty good!

[hazard]

daaaaayyyyyyyuuuuummm that is sooo nice, very good job putting that together, i bet that thing is an animal to hang on to, and jason is there a chance you could post some pics of you 450r powered 350x that sounds interesting also. NICE WORK GUYS

[Jason Hall]

There are lots of pic's of my 450-r In the mad scientist lair, Check It out. It's not close to as sweet looking as Derrick's, but performs very nicely. I will post up the latest pic that I have.

[stefan34]

that is an amazing bike damm that's beutifull !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[3Wheelers4Life]

like everyone else said, thats a nice bike, start building more and become a dealer, lol.

[icp4life162005]

It would be copyright infringement.

[ceaserthethird]

A Build like that , is top notch work ... Long Hours !

Great Job Guy's , Keep up the Good Work .

Now we need to start a list of buyer's & Price range ? ? ?

Production any one

[Rex Karz]

It would be copyright infringement.
How so? ? ?

[Jason Hall]

I saved all the cardboard templates I used to build both bikes. So future builds are not out of the question. :beer

[icp4life162005]

Because by using the Yamaha 490 motor and other patented items for monetary gains. You can't use someone else's idea without permission. Copyright infringement is the unauthorized use of copyrighted material in a manner that violates one of the copyright owner's exclusive rights, such as the right to reproduce or perform the copyrighted work, or to make derivative works that build upon it. This last sentence if from wikipedia, do you understand now Rex? This would go for Jason as well.

[icp4life162005]

ohh yeah don't think i'm a narc either cause if i had the cash i would be standing in line for one right now! both are damn nice bikes.

[Rex Karz]

A copyright doesn't apply here. By your logic, Chevrovet would be suing people who put their engines in custom cars. LOL LOL

For an explanation of Copyrights, Trademarks and Patents, I would reccommend perusing this page: http://www.lawmart.com/searches/difference.htm

A patent doesn't apply here, either. He didn't machine a replica of a Yamaha motor, He BOUGHT one. Which gave Him the right to do with it what He pleases.

[icp4life162005]

Copyright infringement is the unauthorized use of copyrighted material in a manner that violates one of the copyright owner's exclusive rights to make derivative works that build upon it.

So that means he could not use another company's products that are copyrighted or patented(which all are these days) without there permission.

[ceaserthethird]

Shut up with this copyright infringement Bull Sh*T Crap ....

[icp4life162005]

Yeah I'm up for that Ceaz.

[bigpimpin]

For those of you that didn't get a chance to check it out at TF, here's my completed YTZ450. This bike was built by Jason Hall to my exact specs. The frame geometry and ergonomics are all tailored around my size and weight.

We built this bike as if Yamaha would have designed it. (Although we were smart enough to borrow the better parts from Honda).

Anyhow, all the details can be found in the build thread, here are the pictures.

Yes. Before you ask, I am very proud of this bike and Jasons talents as a custom fabricator and my friend. This bike was a year in planning and 6 months of building. Great job Jason, and thanks for the nice bike!



http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic5.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic2.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/Derrick_Adams/pic1.jpg

where is the write up on this bike? where did you get the rear rotor?

[The Goat]

i've said it before, i'll prolly say it again, derrick that thing is a thing of beauty. just...wow.

[whyzee]

Wow! awesome job.
Unreal!
is it too much traction with that motor?

[bigpimpin]

No. But they work with minimal modifications. Remolding the seatpan is the most complicated part.

is the tank and ducts from a Banshee as well?