Douglas Cycle

The Douglas model A is my own design using inspiration from historical building methods of motorcycles and bicycles. The frame is made of 3 inch aluminum tubing and assembled using lugs. Lugs are the corner pieces that determine the angles of the frame. The lugs are also made from aluminum tubing that is cut and welded at a precise angle. The straight sections are then fit into the lug and welded. This method allows the tubing to be assembled without any bending which makes for a stronger frame, and in my opinion offers a unique and custom look.

The size of the model A is comparable to a 125cc motocross bike. They will come with a rebuilt 50cc engine from one of the major motorcycle companies. The engine mounting cradle is interchangeable  and can be adjusted in order to fit up to a 250cc motor. The idea is that you buy one bike to start out on and it grows with you as your skill level increases and riding environment changes.

Some of the options I want to offer can be seen in the pictures. The color choice of each individual part is up to you. Eventually there will be an outline drawing that you can paint at the website and save.

One of the most important features I want to offer is that every bike comes with a complete instructional video that shows how to take down and assemble the whole bike to its smallest component. It will show how to do all of the regular maintenance along with a complete list of all the tools needed and a list of where to get them.

If you have an interest in being a part of Douglas Cycle and going along on a great ride you can contact me at 419 944 5791. 

Thanks for reading,

Douglas Adams

Death Lamp 2

Made from 2 Lambert "death" forks. Includes touch sensor controls and custom shade. Anything flat you can think of will go in it. Like copy paper, magazine covers, newspaper, wallpaper, fabric, or flowers and leaves.

                                               
Would work great in your shop, store, or home. Contact bunnybikeco@gmail.com if interested.

The Raven

An acrylic painting I did a dozen years ago. The frame is split cherry wrapped in grape vine, with a carving of a tribal raven's head at the bottom.
If you would like something similar let me know. Leave a comment or contact bunnybikeco@gmail.com
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OLE PICASSO

A touring Picasso exhibit that will only be held in 3 cities in the USA recently came to Richmond. Since I hadn't seen a large collection of his work I had to go. I went with high expectations and overall they were met. But I found myself realizing he was also a master of marketing. Building an interest in your work can be a bigger task than creating it. That said, I found myself drawn to the simplicity of the bull's head made from bike parts. According to the story, it was by chance that he had the parts and discovered them resting in a way that gave him the idea. It was a similar situation for Ole Picasso. When I got home I was feeling inspired to work on the lamps when I noticed this saddle and bars in a pile of parts waiting to be reused.

Both the saddle and bars have come from the gold Lambert pictured in an older post. The leather was burned into and then painted. The lettering on the bars are etched in and then also filled with paint. There is an inline switch for the lights and also a touch sensor. You can touch anywhere on the bars, eyes, or under the chin to control the lighting. If you would like to buy this or have one custom made contact bunnybikeco@gmail.com

I hope he would approve of the added features, and I am grateful for the inspiration.

The Death Lamp

A few more adjustments and they will be ready for transport.

War of the Worlds

                                                                      

How To mishap

I was going to make a how to video but it will have to wait. I was upset over burning my favorite shirt and then Bea decided she was going to run up and knock over the camera. After looking at it I noticed the fuel tank behind me as well. I will try and fix the camera and luckily I have 60 more of the iron ons.

Vintage 1971 Marvel Comics. Want one? contact bunnybikeco@gmail.com

Might as well add another picture of Bea and Frankenstein.

Lambert Death Forks

Lambert was an English "aerospace" company that started making bikes in the 70's. They came with a cast aluminum fork that earned the nickname "Death Fork". In some cases the fork would separate from the steering tube leaving the rider in a tight spot. The company was later bought by Yamaha and the forks were recalled. Here's a link to more information.

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/lambert.html

This is a small collection of them that will soon find their way back into circulation.

The highly elusive, and some even think mythical, gold Lambert.

1984 Honda Ascot FT500

Ideas...

Using a paint program is a good way to get an idea of what your looking for. Just take everything off the bike you do not intend to use. This program is very basic but the way I see it, the simpler you keep your design at first, the better your chances of completing the project.

1987 Suzuki GSXR 750

This was done a few years ago. I had a good running bike with busted up fairings and after removing them, Frankenstein was alive.

I saw this site http://scandalon.com/category/vehicles/motorcycles/ and discovered that Yamaha vstar1100 trees fit the neck and legs perfectly. This allowed another rear wheel to be mounted up front.

The old Dixie headlights and bracket were bolted through the bottom tree and plugged right into the original socket.

A cigarette lighter was mounted and used the other headlight plug. A Garmin i5 on the tank served as speedometer. The exhaust mid section was unbolted and the end slipped back on. A trailer brake light bolted on and plate zip tied. The best thing about this modification is it gives you two looks from one bike. After you have done the swap a couple of times you can easily change it back in around an hour. Take the original bike to the track during the day and come home and switch to streetfighter mode for night!

The best parking spot! Under the Treehouse...