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The third prototype

Crab-buggy: computer graphic of the third prototype - September 2005 The production of the third prototype has been initiated in september, in a single sample.
It is a stainless steel single-seater buggy, on which we can add another frame for a second passenger.
The wheelbase is 2 meters, which is shorter than the previous prototype. The wheelbase of the double-seater configuration is 60 cm wider.

Ligher, more ergonomic ...

This buggy has been unweighted of about 15 kilos and it's now in the average of its category.
The front wheels have a 10? camber for a better grip, and upwind performance. This camber should also facilitate 2 wheels riding, but only tests will confirm it!
The new geometry allows compact folding. For example, the rear wheel can pivot under the frame. The front wheels can tilt 90? to transform the buggy into a trailer.
Adjustment of the swing-bar : the angle of the swing bar is now adjustable and adapts to the pilot.

Single-seater and double-seater configuration

You practice buggy alone? Sometimes with a passenger? You want to dazzle everybody with double-piloting?
All is possible. To add a seat, you only need to add a frame and to make the swing-bar longer.

Better seat for better piloting

The pilot has more "lean back" position, his center of gravity is lower and the swing-bar is higher.
The pilot enjoys a position more adapted to the frontal traction, reducing risks of ejection.
"Pincers" (the bars connecting the frame and the wheels) are adjustable on the frame to adapt to the pilot's legs.
The addition of a suspension system makes the riding even more enjoyable. For this prototype, we have chosen a top quality oleo-pneumatic Fournales suspension , adjustable to the pilot's weight. For the production model, others suspensions will be proposed.
All photos are available in the photo gallery.