2009 YZR-M1 test bike/ Lorenzo WIP

[MarcoMoto]

Here is the 'short version' of my 09 YZR-M1 Lorenzo test bike, the build taking 5 1/2 months and many modifications. Questions and criticism are fine, as I want to learn more about this type of building... Marco

[John18d]

WOW Marco -
I'm really glad I asked if there where any WIP pics - this is fantastic - the carbon decalling is perfect.
Also the attention to detail is unbelievable - the paint - the washes wiring etc
Every bit as good as any bike on the forum you really have skills -
John

[John18d]

Marco - how do you determine the measurements for the holes to mount the posts that hold the bike in place in the jig??
I see you make a dedicated base for each bike??
Thanks
John

[JimboCO]

What John said...absolutely fantastic! Any thoughts on selling the building jigs?

[MarcoMoto]

Originally Posted by John18d

Marco - how do you determine the measurements for the holes to mount the posts that hold the bike in place in the jig??
I see you make a dedicated base for each bike??
Thanks
John

Yes the building base is presently drilled for one bike, but it's constantly evolving. Over the last 1-1/2 years, I've redesigned it 6 times.
I am using a hi-res scan of the side view from the box, scaled to actual size, and drafting software to measure the model, and make a guide for drilling.

Originally Posted by JimboCO

What John said...absolutely fantastic! Any thoughts on selling the building jigs?

Yes JimboCO, Thanks! You can PM me if interested, as I've already made some for other bike builders.. might try an Ebay store for this, if there's enough market demand..

[andrew59it]

Fantastic work Marco as usual.... the only remark is the centerline of the tank cover.... it's visible under the decal..... but probably I want to find something to say as I'm a little bit envious....

[John18d]

Originally Posted by andrew59it

Fantastic work Marco as usual.... the only remark is the centerline of the tank cover.... it's visible under the decal..... but probably I want to find something to say as I'm a little bit envious....

Andrea - I'm not so sure that is the plastic centerline you are seeing but the centerline of the 2 different pieces of carbon decal - If you look close enough you will see that the decal ,lines go out in a 90 degree pattern just like a real carbon tank would have - don't you think??? look at the "completed works" bike.

Marco - what company and part number is the carbon decal you used on this bike?? It looks correct to scale.

Thanks
John

[andrew59it]

Probably you are right John because if I'm not wrong that piece doesn't come in two halves...
I apologize.....

p.s. someone could tell me because I'm not able to insert smiles? when I pass over them nothing happens to the cursor....

[MarcoMoto]

Thanks guys,
Andrea, you have a very good eye! The part was originally in 2 pieces, the carbon seam is exactly on the join line, but it is a small defect, and I am learning! (my 4th build with PE and resin parts)
No need to apologize :-)

John, the CF is from ScaleMotorsport.com.. It is 1/20 scale "Twill weave"
I love this product, and highly recommend it!

[evilduse]

Beautiful work! I'm very impressed. I haven't built any Moto stuff for the last two or three years as I have been doing F1, but these WIP's are very inspirational and make me want to put one next in line! I'm learning a lot by looking at the great moto builds on this forum. Keep up the good work.

[MarcoMoto]

Thanks, Duse! This forum is inspiring to say the least, and the standards of quality just keep getting higher!

[Charon87]

Great work, clean model

[sportracer02]

great job, nice details and carbon work

[MarcoMoto]

Thanks Charon87, and sportracer02!
I am truly inspired by the work I see in this forum...
I am learning a lot!
Marco

[safetyfast]

Marco

Great work and excellent CF decaling. Keep it coming with your builds.

Jim