A Full Scale Motorcycle Dynamic Rig


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Abstract


Knowledge of “out of plane” modes is very important when defining the dynamic behavior of a motorcycle and its stability and handling in particular. Several mathematical models are available in the literature to study and preview frequency, damping and stability of these modes but, in order to verify these values, road tests must be performed which are sometimes dangerous for the tester. A test rig to evaluate the possibility of performing a dynamic characterization of the out of plane modes instead of road tests, was developed. The use of a test rig is certainly limited compared with road tests since the physical phenomena are not completely reproduced but allows tests to be extended to low and very high speeds and assures test repeatability. This paper presents the test rig and the results of an experimental investigation conducted on a scooter; the tests were conducted in steer free control condition with different inertia and tire characteristics.
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Motorcycle Dynamics;Test Rig; Wobble; Wave; Shimmy; Modal Analysis

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