Build Your Own T-REX?

nickjpass · October 24th, 2011, 06:23 PM

I went on the Campagna motors site. I saw that the engine was a Kawasaki 1400cc 4 cylinder inline engine. So, I'm guessing a ZX-14R engine. Now, the trike is insanely priced (53k?!?!?). So, has anyone ever though about building one, so that they could have the power of the cycle but on three wheels (I'm aware that it is probably slower).

It even looks like a ZX-14R (just focus on the back end, and look at the exhaust).

Picture of Engine

Could you possibly buy a frame for cheap, then install everything else yourself? I'm sure that they're overpriced.

Live2ride · October 24th, 2011, 06:27 PM

goodluck.

nickjpass · October 24th, 2011, 06:29 PM

This is ugly, but he accomplished it!

Link to original page on YouTube.

massacremasses · October 24th, 2011, 06:46 PM

kind of...

Lil_Green_Demon · October 24th, 2011, 07:05 PM

I wouldn't do it, but it's possible. Seems like a waste of money, though.
Also, for the asking price of an actual T-Rex, which sane person wouldn't get a Caterham or an Ariel Atom instead?

alex.s · October 24th, 2011, 07:07 PM

you do realize that outside of the plain-jane can, it looks absolutely nothing like the zx14 right?

Heed · October 24th, 2011, 08:35 PM

lmao. the one in the video looks like ass, but anything is possible.

Jiggles · October 25th, 2011, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phil7153

Well seeing as the zx14 is about 15k and im sure you'd have to put several thousand into the production of the frame and street legality add-ons, I actually think just buying the T-rex would be more beneficial, in both the economical and physical aspect.

For all those doubting the T-rex, a buddy of mine back in cali had one, and i can just say WOW. The thing is so ridiculously fun, and quite nimble. Its definitely not in anyway like a motorcycle, that's like comparing apples to grapes.

But what if you compare it to grapples?

nickjpass · October 25th, 2011, 12:44 PM

You could make mini T-Rex Like a go-cart with three wheels.

massacremasses · October 25th, 2011, 03:09 PM

nope.

KawiKid860 · October 25th, 2011, 03:10 PM

3 wheeled go kart with twin turbo ZX-14 motor and NOS lots of NOS

massacremasses · October 25th, 2011, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by KawiKid860

3 wheeled go kart with twin turbo ZX-14 motor and NOS lots of NOS

austexjg · October 25th, 2011, 03:24 PM

I like the KTM X-Bow better than the Atom or T-Rex. All that carbon is sweet.

massacremasses · October 25th, 2011, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phil7153

Charlie Sheen isnt winning anymore, remember. He has already won. lol. That roast was tops.

I dont have cable so I didnt see it.

CynicalC · October 25th, 2011, 03:37 PM

Yeah you should build one. It'll be totally sweet.

massacremasses · October 25th, 2011, 03:42 PM

Charlie Sheen is such a ****ing idiot though...

THE BIG SITT · October 25th, 2011, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by massacremasses

Hide yo kids, hide yo wife!!!

nickjpass · October 25th, 2011, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KawiKid860

3 wheeled go kart with twin turbo ZX-14 motor and NOS lots of NOS

I wouldn't put a ZX-14 engine in it. There is such thing as to much power!

nickjpass · October 25th, 2011, 05:18 PM

Found plans

One day I'll build it !!

http://www.spidercarts.com/kart-fron...o-kart222.html

KawiKid860 · October 25th, 2011, 07:10 PM

Quote:

There is such thing as to much power!

Actually... theres no such thing as too much power, because you can never have enough!

massacremasses · October 26th, 2011, 06:34 AM

nickjpass · October 26th, 2011, 12:29 PM

To much power on a go-cart will just make you tires spin.

backinthesaddleagain · October 26th, 2011, 12:41 PM

or a ZX14 sidecar. friend rode this the other day said it was wicked. this guy also built a cb1100XX sidecar rig. they were riding the twisties behind us like the things were on rails.

nickjpass · October 26th, 2011, 12:47 PM

I'd consider it. They're cheaper than the T-REX. But as I recall, they cost as much or more than the ZX-14.

choneofakind · October 26th, 2011, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lil_Green_Demon

I wouldn't do it, but it's possible. Seems like a waste of money, though.
Also, for the asking price of an actual T-Rex, which sane person wouldn't get a Caterham or an Ariel Atom instead?

wow that's a tough choice. I'll take all 3 to test drive so that I can make an informed decision

massacremasses · October 26th, 2011, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

or a ZX14 sidecar. friend rode this the other day said it was wicked. this guy also built a cb1100XX sidecar rig. they were riding the twisties behind us like the things were on rails.

oh **** thats nuts I would be scared to be in the sidecar!!

backinthesaddleagain · October 27th, 2011, 09:51 AM

a friend rode in the blackbird's side car, but she has been around bikes for ever. i think i would pass too!

October 24th, 2011, 06:23 PM	#1
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	Build Your Own T-REX? I went on the Campagna motors site. I saw that the engine was a Kawasaki 1400cc 4 cylinder inline engine. So, I'm guessing a ZX-14R engine. Now, the trike is insanely priced (53k?!?!?). So, has anyone ever though about building one, so that they could have the power of the cycle but on three wheels (I'm aware that it is probably slower). It even looks like a ZX-14R (just focus on the back end, and look at the exhaust). Picture of Engine Could you possibly buy a frame for cheap, then install everything else yourself? I'm sure that they're overpriced. __________________________________________________

October 24th, 2011, 06:27 PM	#2
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October 24th, 2011, 06:29 PM	#3
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	This is ugly, but he accomplished it! Link to original page on YouTube. __________________________________________________

October 24th, 2011, 06:46 PM	#4
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October 24th, 2011, 07:05 PM	#5
Lil_Green_Demon Winging It In Life Name: Umar Location: SoCal Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R; 2011 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	I wouldn't do it, but it's possible. Seems like a waste of money, though. Also, for the asking price of an actual T-Rex, which sane person wouldn't get a Caterham or an Ariel Atom instead? __________________________________________________ 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - Apr 22, 2011; Sold - Feb 17, 2015) 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - May 01, 2017; Current)

October 24th, 2011, 07:07 PM	#6
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	you do realize that outside of the plain-jane can, it looks absolutely nothing like the zx14 right? __________________________________________________

October 24th, 2011, 08:35 PM	#7
Heed ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: John Location: Illinois Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet, yet. Posts: A lot.	lmao. the one in the video looks like ass, but anything is possible.

October 25th, 2011, 12:44 PM	#9
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	You could make mini T-Rex Like a go-cart with three wheels. __________________________________________________

October 25th, 2011, 03:09 PM	#10
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	nope. __________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/

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KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	3 wheeled go kart with twin turbo ZX-14 motor and NOS lots of NOS

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October 25th, 2011, 03:42 PM	#16
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October 25th, 2011, 05:18 PM	#19
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	Found plans One day I'll build it !! http://www.spidercarts.com/kart-fron...o-kart222.html __________________________________________________

October 26th, 2011, 06:34 AM	#21
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	__________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/

October 26th, 2011, 12:29 PM	#22
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	To much power on a go-cart will just make you tires spin. __________________________________________________

October 26th, 2011, 12:47 PM	#24
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I'd consider it. They're cheaper than the T-REX. But as I recall, they cost as much or more than the ZX-14. __________________________________________________

October 27th, 2011, 09:51 AM	#27
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	a friend rode in the blackbird's side car, but she has been around bikes for ever. i think i would pass too!

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