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A project log for Composite Motorcycle Skidplate Designs

Do high-end skidplates need to be made of carbon fiber? Lets find out!

david-troetschelDavid Troetschel 04/01/2019 at 14:430 Comments

To perform simulations we need 3D models of our skidplate designs and existing designs to compare behavior.

The BMW's Skidplate conveniently fits on my bookbag.

A surface was made in Rhino, then transferred to Solidworks for some details such as bolt holes.

We tried to replicate the existing design as closely as possible except for rounding of edges.

Since the XT200 did not come with a skidplate we are making some assumptions based off of exposed hardware.

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