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		chrisweekly 41 days ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Tiny electric motor can produce more than 1,000 ho... Hmm. I am NOT an expert (though I ride and have owned 3 traditional motorcycles). IIUC, reducing unsprung weight is really crucial for handling -- which is why so-called "inverted" forks / front shock absorbers became basically the standard.

kangs 41 days ago [–]

bicycle weight ratios are completely different from even motorcycles. a bike wheel can quickly become heavier than the frame for example.

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