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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:56:18Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=Trikemare6.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Christmas Trike
|FirstRace=Scrumpy Cup
|CurrentStatus=Retired - Dismantled
|Motor=MY1020 2000W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

== Background ==
[[File:Trikemare3.jpg|left|thumb|The first version of Trikemare.]]
Trikemare is one of the early Hackys of the series and the first build of Alex. It's name was earned due to it's uniquely terrible handling characteristics making it a nightmare to drive. The original theme was intended to be a WW2-esque fighter plane look but was hastily equipped with half a christmas tree and tinsel. Trikemare never ran a fully fledged theme before being retired partly on safety grounds.

Having a light chassis and geared for high speed meant Trikemare was capable of a competitive race however it's lack of cornering ability severely hampered consistent performance especially on smaller tracks. Reverse trikes are inherently less stable which when combined with the fact it was a first Hacky build with questionable vehicle dynamics meant Trikemare rolling in corners was a frequent sight on the track.

Trikemare was retired in favour of CyberQuad donating it's motor and ESC to the new build.
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==Construction==
Trikemare had a very simple and light steel frame. Initially plywood and then HDPE mounts were used to hold components onto the frame. The front steering setup uses go-kart parts while the rear uses mini-moto parts.

The electronics were all held in the rear section with an ammo box holding the battery above the rear wheel with the ESC on the side. The MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor is underslung beneath the frame rails. This did however force the frame rails higher leading to a higher centre of mass. The chain run was also fairly long and was unable to be easily tensioned leaving the chain to be a continual problem over the life of the Hacky. The underslung motor would occasionally move laterally enough to unseat the chain. A single cable operated brake was placed on the rear wheel. The drive was geared to 27MPH, faster than typical.

The front section held the steering of the trike made from off the shelf go-kart parts. Trikemare notably has the wheels setup in reverse camber, initially this was done to prevent it striking the ground on rougher fields. After having the front end rebuilt (Into the red version) this allowed the front wheels to be flipped to the correct camber, however this introduced a death-wobble at higher speeds so was not run. The steering column was well braced to allow the rider to lean their weight off the column which was needed for best performance when racing.

The seat (From an IKEA stool) was mounted on spring mounts for comfort, though the seat movement could catch unaware riders out.

{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:Trikemare4.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemares bare steel frame.]]
|[[File:Trikemare1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare loaded with cargo and trailer.]]
|[[File:Trikemare5.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare could fold or fully split it's chassis to fit in cars for transport.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
MY1020 2000W Scooter motor powered by a 2000W unbranded E-Bike ESC. T8F single stage reduction geared the Hacky to 27MPH. Initially run on 10S LiPo it was moved to 12S fairly rapidly for more performance.
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==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}

Likely on it's side in several of the corners.
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|ESC
|£48
|£335.5
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Stub Axles
|£20
|
|-
|Go-Kart Hubs
|£27.5
|
|-
|Rear Wheel
|£27
|
|-
|Steering Column
|£9
|
|-
|HDPE
|£10
|
|-
|Chain
|£5.5
|
|-
|Seat
|£12
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£6
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£6
|
|-
|Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Handle Grips
|£8.5
|
|-
|Plywood
|£6
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
[[File:Trikemare2.jpg|left|thumb|Leaning in order to get Trikemare around a corner.]]
Trikemare mainly suffered from being a first attempt at any kind of Hacky or similar vehicle from the builder. While it could hold it's own in races it was unruly and difficult to ride with a high centre of mass. Instability in the corners often resulted in rolling over.

In addition the characteristics of a reverse trike simply do not aid them in racing compared to 4 (Or more) wheeled hackys.

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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:49:49Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=Trikemare6.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Christmas Trike
|FirstRace=Scrumpy Cup
|CurrentStatus=Retired
|Motor=MY1020 2000W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

== Background ==
[[File:Trikemare3.jpg|left|thumb|The first version of Trikemare.]]
Trikemare is one of the early Hackys of the series and the first build of Alex. It's name was earned due to it's uniquely terrible handling characteristics making it a nightmare to drive.
The original theme was intended to be a WW2-esque fighter plane look but was hastily equipped with half a christmas tree and tinsel. Trikemare never ran a fully fledged theme before being retired partly on safety grounds.

Having a light chassis and geared for high speed meant Trikemare was capable of a competitive race however it's lack of cornering ability severely hampered consistent performance especially on smaller tracks. Reverse trikes are inherently less stable which when combined with the fact it was a first Hacky build with questionable vehicle dynamics meant Trikemare rolling in corners was a frequent sight on the track.

Trikemare was retired in favour of CyberQuad donating it's motor and ESC to the new build.
{{clear}}

==Construction==
Trikemare had a very simple and light steel frame. The front steering setup uses go-kart parts while the rear uses mini-moto parts.

The electronics were all held in the rear section with an ammo box holding the battery above the rear wheel with the ESC on the side. The MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor is underslung beneath the frame rails. This did however force the frame rails higher leading to a higher centre of mass. The chain run was also fairly long and was unable to be easily tensioned leaving the chain to be a continual problem over the life of the Hacky. The underslung motor would occasionally move laterally enough to unseat the chain. A single cable operated brake was placed on the rear wheel. The drive was geared to 27MPH, faster than typical.

The front section held the steering of the trike made from off the shelf go-kart parts. Trikemare notably has the wheels setup in reverse camber, initially this was done to prevent it striking the ground on rougher fields. After having the front end rebuilt (Into the red version) this allowed the front wheels to be flipped to the correct camber, however this introduced a death-wobble at higher speeds so was not run. The steering column was well braced to allow the rider to lean their weight off the column which was needed for best performance when racing.

The seat (From an IKEA stool) was mounted on spring mounts for comfort, though the seat movement could catch unaware riders out.

{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:Trikemare4.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemares bare steel frame.]]
|[[File:Trikemare1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare loaded with cargo and trailer.]]
|[[File:Trikemare5.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare could fold or fully split it's chassis to fit in cars for transport.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
MY1020 2000W Scooter motor powered by a 2000W unbranded E-Bike ESC. T8F single stage reduction geared the Hacky to 27MPH. Initially run on 10S LiPo it was moved to 12S fairly rapidly for more performance.

{{clear}}
==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}

Likely on it's side in several of the corners.
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|Donor Mini-Quad
|£80
|£354.5
|-
|ESC
|£18
|
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
[[File:Trikemare2.jpg|left|thumb|Leaning in order to get Trikemare around a corner.]]
Trikemare mainly suffered from being a first attempt at any kind of Hacky or similar vehicle from the builder. While it could hold it's own in races it was unruly and difficult to ride with a high centre of mass. Instability in the corners often resulted in rolling over.

In addition the characteristics of a reverse trike simply do not aid them in racing compared to 4 (Or more) wheeled hackys.
{{clear}}
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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:34:15Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=Trikemare6.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Christmas Trike
|FirstRace=Scrumpy Cup
|CurrentStatus=Retired
|Motor=MY1020 1500W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

== Background ==
[[File:Trikemare3.jpg|left|thumb|The first version of Trikemare.]]
Trikemare is one of the early Hackys of the series and the first build of Alex. It's name was earned due to it's uniquely terrible handling characteristics making it a nightmare to drive.
The original theme was intended to be a WW2-esque fighter plane look but was hastily equipped with half a christmas tree and tinsel. Trikemare never ran a fully fledged theme before being retired partly on safety grounds.

Having a light chassis and geared for high speed meant Trikemare was capable of a competitive race however it's lack of cornering ability severely hampered consistent performance especially on smaller tracks. Reverse trikes are inherently less stable which when combined with the fact it was a first Hacky build with questionable vehicle dynamics meant Trikemare rolling in corners was a frequent sight on the track.

Trikemare was retired in favour of CyberQuad donating it's motor and ESC to the new build.
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:Trikemare4.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemares bare steel frame.]]
|[[File:Trikemare1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare loaded with cargo and trailer.]]
|[[File:Trikemare5.jpg|alt=|thumb|Trikemare could fold or fully split it's chassis to fit in cars for transport.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
...
{{clear}}
==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|Donor Mini-Quad
|£80
|£354.5
|-
|ESC
|£18
|
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
{{clear}}
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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:23:05Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=Trikemare6.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Christmas Trike
|FirstRace=Scrumpy Cup
|CurrentStatus=Retired - Functional
|Motor=MY1020 1500W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

== Background ==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
...
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
...
{{clear}}
==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|Donor Mini-Quad
|£80
|£354.5
|-
|ESC
|£18
|
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
{{clear}}
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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:21:51Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=CyberQuadProfile.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Christmas Trike
|FirstRace=Scrumpy Cup
|CurrentStatus=Retired - Functional
|Motor=MY1020 1500W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

== Background ==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
...
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
...
{{clear}}
==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|Donor Mini-Quad
|£80
|£354.5
|-
|ESC
|£18
|
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
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File:Trikemare6.jpg

2025-04-20T17:20:17Z

Shakey:

File:Trikemare5.jpg

2025-04-20T17:20:08Z

Shakey:

File:Trikemare4.jpg

2025-04-20T17:20:00Z

Shakey:

File:Trikemare3.jpg

2025-04-20T17:19:50Z

Shakey:

File:Trikemare2.jpg

2025-04-20T17:19:39Z

Shakey:

File:Trikemare1.jpg

2025-04-20T17:19:30Z

Shakey:

Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:19:00Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=Placeholder.jpg
|BuiltBy=Chris Stubbs and Dom Tag
|Theme=Tesla Cybertruck
|FirstRace=EMF 2022
|CurrentStatus=Active
|Motor=4x Hoverboard 6.5″ Hub Motors
|ESC=2x Hoverboard PCB
|Battery=48V 12S3P Li-Ion (2x 6S)
|Transmission=Direct hub motor / 62:3 chain reduction / xxx diff etc...
|Contact=@emfroamer (optional)
}}

== Background ==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
...
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
|[[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}
{{clear}}

== Powertrain ==
...
{{clear}}
==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}
{{clear}}

== BOM ==
{{VehicleResultsTable}} {{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
!Item
!Cost
!Total
|-
|Donor Mini-Quad
|£80
|£354.5
|-
|ESC
|£18
|
|-
|Motor
|£80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
{{clear}}

== Limitations ==
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Trikemare

2025-04-20T17:17:05Z

Shakey: Created page with "{{Racer |ProfilePic=Placeholder.jpg |BuiltBy=Chris Stubbs and Dom Tag |Theme=Tesla Cybertruck |FirstRace=EMF 2022 |CurrentStatus=Active |Motor=4x Hoverboard 6.5″ Hub Motors |ESC=2x Hoverboard PCB |Battery=48V 12S3P Li-Ion (2x 6S) |Transmission=Direct hub motor / 62:3 chain reduction / xxx diff etc... |Contact=@emfroamer (optional) }}"

CyberQuad

2025-04-20T14:13:38Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=CyberQuadProfile.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=CyberPunk Small Quad
|FirstRace=Fully Charged Live 2021
|CurrentStatus=Retired - Functional
|Motor=MY1020 2000W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

==Background==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
CyberQuad is the second Hacky built by Alex after Trikemare. Trikemare was a reverse trike that was incredibly unstable during cornering with a tendency to roll during races. Cyberquad was built with the aim of being a much more stable, safer Hacky with the aim to also be able to fit in the boot of a hatchback car without being disassembled. The Hacky as built in 2021, first competing at the Fully Charged Live event of the same year.

The theme is loosely based on a cyberpunk look though was never fully realised before becoming inactive in 2024. Despite the name there is no relation to the announced Tesla CyberQuad.

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==Construction==
Intended to be a quick build to produce a stop-gap racer between Trikemare and an eventual more competitive one a children's 50cc quad bike was chosen as a base. This was chosen as it would result in a very low BOM cost for the majority of the components and an already completed front end with steering and suspension. Due to this CyberQuad shares many common components with low cost mini-quad and mini-moto machines giving ready access to cheap spare parts.

The chassis was stripped of the petrol engine and top (seat) supports. The lower frame was then strengthened and extended with the rear frame being built utilising elements of the original rear frame. CyberQuad is nearly all steel and HDPE in construction. Over time additional strengthening has been added to the Hacky to combat wear.

The steering on a children's quad is mechanically limited by the steering arms hitting their mounting, in order to be able to corner more aggressively the steering axle mounts were extended to allow a higher steering angle.

CyberQuad runs a single motor with a single stage reduction using T8F chain to a solid rear axle, understeer is reduced by lifting the inside rear wheel during cornering. The front suspension noticeably helps cornering and runs softer springs than is typically found on even a 50cc quad. The rear wheels often had to be run over-pressure as the demand on them was far greater in CyberQuad than their intended use as a children's 50cc quad leading to them occasionally bursting during races. These were replaced with Go-Kart Wheels to resolve the problem. A single brake is used on the rear axle after the original front brakes were removed as they were not found to be effective.

CyberQuad is notable in being one of the smallest racers during it's time on the track measuring approximately 130cm Length and 60cm Width with a weight of ~35kg.

{|style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}

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==Powertrain==
CyberQuad utilises a MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor (Similar to the common VEVOR motors though pre-dating them). Transmission is through a single stage T8F reduction onto the stock mini-quad rear axle, geared for speed is approximately 20MPH.

The ESC is a generic unbranded 2000W E-Bike ESC running on 12S LiPo 12Ah (2x 6S packs in series).

During racing the power usage typically peaks at 36A.
[[File:CybeQuad5.jpg|center|thumb|800x800px|CyberQuads drive and electronics layout. Arranged to minimise the amount of wiring needed throughout the racer. Everything can be easily accessed by removing the seat.]]
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==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}A running-gag with CyberQuad was it's notable tendency to place 3rd during it's active racing.{{clear}}

==BOM==
{{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item
! Cost
! Total
|-
| Donor Mini-Quad
| £80
| £354.5
|-
| ESC
| £18
|
|-
| Motor
| £80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
CyberQuad is a particularly low cost hacky due to being based on an existing 50cc quad-bike meaning most of it's parts fall under the 'Donor Mini-Quad' line.{{clear}}

==Limitations==
CyberQuad is a proven racer with excellent reliability though it's smaller size does impact it's competitiveness. On the plus side it's size makes it able to navigate tight twisting tracks well and can often attempt overtakes in gaps other racers are not able to, however the narrower track width requires it to slow more for sharp corners. In addition the slower geared speed while providing good acceleration and recovery out of the slower corners does lose time on large tracks with long straights. In comparison to newer dual-motor racers it is unable to compete, though is at home in the mid-pack.

It is also less comfortable to drive than many other racers and demands more effort from the driver when racing particularly the where the driver is placing their weight. Compared to other racers a more relaxed driving style is not capable while still retaining performance.

Though DNF's were rare, the mini-quad parts do suffer from the more intense use. The tyres wear quickly and will typically use up a set on the front over a weekends racing and multiple rear sets before the switch to Go-Kart wheels. The mini-quad wheels on the rear occasionally bursting during racing as they reached end of life. While still using the original parts the steering arms are a weak point and any impacts can result in them twisting.

The small size leaves it difficult to add significant Moxie to.{{clear}}

==Resources==
TBA
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CyberQuad

2025-04-20T13:57:52Z

Shakey:

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=CyberQuadProfile.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=CyberPunk Small Quad
|FirstRace=Fully Charged Live 2021
|CurrentStatus=Retired - Functional
|Motor=MY1020 2000W Brushless Scooter Motor
|ESC= 2000W Unbranded Brushless E-Bike ESC
|Battery=12S 12Ah LiPo (2x6S Series)
|Transmission=Single Stage T8F Chain Reduction
}}

==Background==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
CyberQuad is the second Hacky built by Alex after Trikemare. Trikemare was a reverse trike that was incredibly unstable during cornering with a tendency to roll during races. Cyberquad was built with the aim of being a much more stable, safer Hacky with the aim to also be able to fit in the boot of a hatchback car without being disassembled. The Hacky as built in 2021, first competing at the Fully Charged Live event of the same year.

The theme is loosely based on a cyberpunk look though was never fully realised before becoming inactive in 2024. Despite the name there is no relation to the announced Tesla CyberQuad.

{{clear}}

==Construction==
Intended to be a quick build to produce a stop-gap racer between Trikemare and an eventual more competitive one a children's 50cc quad bike was chosen as a base. This was chosen as it would result in a very low BOM cost for the majority of the components and an already completed front end with steering and suspension. Due to this CyberQuad shares many common components with low cost mini-quad and mini-moto machines giving ready access to cheap spare parts.

The chassis was stripped of the petrol engine and top (seat) supports. The lower frame was then strengthened and extended with the rear frame being built utilising elements of the original rear frame. CyberQuad is nearly all steel and HDPE in construction. Over time additional strengthening has been added to the Hacky to combat wear.

The steering on a children's quad is mechanically limited by the steering arms hitting their mounting, in order to be able to corner more aggressively the steering axle mounts were extended to allow a higher steering angle.

CyberQuad runs a single motor with a single stage reduction using T8F chain to a solid rear axle, understeer is reduced by lifting the inside rear wheel during cornering. The front suspension noticeably helps cornering and runs softer springs than is typically found on even a 50cc quad. The rear wheels often had to be run over-pressure as the demand on them was far greater in CyberQuad than their intended use as a children's 50cc quad leading to them occasionally bursting during races. These were replaced with Go-Kart Wheels to resolve the problem. A single brake is used on the rear axle after the original front brakes were removed as they were not found to be effective.

CyberQuad is notable in being one of the smallest racers during it's time on the track measuring approximately 130cm Length and 60cm Width with a weight of ~35kg.

{|style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}

{{clear}}

==Powertrain==
CyberQuad utilises a MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor (Similar to the common VEVOR motors though predating them). Transmission is through a single stage T8F reduction onto the stock mini-quad rear axle, geared for speed is approximately 20MPH.

The ESC is a generic unbranded 2000W E-Bike ESC running on 12S LiPo 12Ah (2x 6S packs in series).

During racing the power usage typically peaks at 36A.
[[File:CybeQuad5.jpg|center|thumb|800x800px|CyberQuads drive and electronics layout. Arranged to minimise the amount of wiring needed throughout the racer. Everything can be easily accessed by removing the seat.]]
{{clear}}

==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}A running-gag with CyberQuad was it's notable tendency to place 3rd during it's active racing.{{clear}}

==BOM==
{{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item
! Cost
! Total
|-
| Donor Mini-Quad
| £80
| £354.5
|-
| ESC
| £18
|
|-
| Motor
| £80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
CyberQuad is a particularly low cost hacky due to being based on an existing 50cc quad-bike meaning most of it's parts fall under the 'Donor Mini-Quad' line.{{clear}}

==Limitations==
CyberQuad is a proven racer with excellent reliability though it's smaller size does impact it's competitiveness. On the plus side it's size makes it able to navigate tight twisting tracks well and can often attempt overtakes in gaps other racers are not able to, however the narrower track width requires it to slow more for sharp corners. In addition the slower geared speed while providing good acceleration and recovery out of the slower corners does lose time on large tracks with long straights. In comparison to newer dual-motor racers it is unable to compete though is at home in the mid-pack.

It is also less comfortable to drive than many other racers and demands more effort from the driver when racing particularly the where the driver is placing their weight. Compared to other racers a more relaxed driving style is not capable while still retaining performance.

While CyberQuad is a typically reliable hacky, with DNF's being rare, the mini-quad parts do suffer from the more intense use. The tyres wear quickly and will typically use up a set on the front over a weekends racing and multiple rear sets before the switch to Go-Kart wheels. The mini-quad wheels on the rear occasionally bursting during racing as they reached end of life. While still using the original parts the steering arms are a weak point and any impacts can result in them twisting.

The small size leaves it difficult to add significant Moxie to.{{clear}}

==Resources==
TBA
{{clear}}

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CyberQuad

2025-04-20T13:55:15Z

Shakey: Media added to page

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=CyberQuadProfile.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Small Quad
|FirstRace=???
|CurrentStatus=Active
|Motor=Vevor?
|ESC= Vevor??
|Battery=??
|Transmission=??:?? Chain
|Contact=??
}}

==Background==
[[File:CybeQuad8.jpg|left|thumb|CyberQuad as is post-retirement showing the modifications through it's life.]]
CyberQuad is the second Hacky built by Alex after Trikemare. Trikemare was a reverse trike that was incredibly unstable during cornering with a tendency to roll during races. Cyberquad was built with the aim of being a much more stable, safer Hacky with the aim to also be able to fit in the boot of a hatchback car without being disassembled. The Hacky as built in 2021, first competing at the Fully Charged Live event of the same year.

The theme is loosely based on a cyberpunk look though was never fully realised before becoming inactive in 2024. Despite the name there is no relation to the announced Tesla CyberQuad.

{{clear}}

==Construction==
Intended to be a quick build to produce a stop-gap racer between Trikemare and an eventual more competitive one a children's 50cc quad bike was chosen as a base. This was chosen as it would result in a very low BOM cost for the majority of the components and an already completed front end with steering and suspension. Due to this CyberQuad shares many common components with low cost mini-quad and mini-moto machines giving ready access to cheap spare parts.

The chassis was stripped of the petrol engine and top (seat) supports. The lower frame was then strengthened and extended with the rear frame being built utilising elements of the original rear frame. CyberQuad is nearly all steel and HDPE in construction. Over time additional strengthening has been added to the Hacky to combat wear.

The steering on a children's quad is mechanically limited by the steering arms hitting their mounting, in order to be able to corner more aggressively the steering axle mounts were extended to allow a higher steering angle.

CyberQuad runs a single motor with a single stage reduction using T8F chain to a solid rear axle, understeer is reduced by lifting the inside rear wheel during cornering. The front suspension noticeably helps cornering and runs softer springs than is typically found on even a 50cc quad. The rear wheels often had to be run over-pressure as the demand on them was far greater in CyberQuad than their intended use as a children's 50cc quad leading to them occasionally bursting during races. These were replaced with Go-Kart Wheels to resolve the problem. A single brake is used on the rear axle after the original front brakes were removed as they were not found to be effective.

CyberQuad is notable in being one of the smallest racers during it's time on the track measuring approximately 130cm Length and 60cm Width with a weight of ~35kg.

{|style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad1.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor mini-quad shown next to Trikemare.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad2.jpg|alt=|thumb|Donor chassis cut down and parts removed ready for conversion.]]
| [[File:CybeQuad3.jpg|alt=|thumb|Extended chassis shown with wooden mock-up of the rear drive setup.]]
|-
|
{| style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:CybeQuad4.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad rear drive, the motor is held in a sliding mount allowing for chain tension to be adjusted.]]
|}
|[[File:CybeQuad6.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad being test fit in the boot of a Ford Fiesta.]]
|[[File:CybeQuad7.jpg|alt=|thumb|CyberQuad at its first event, FCL 2021.]]
|}

{{clear}}

==Powertrain==
CyberQuad utilises a MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor (Similar to the common VEVOR motors though predating them). Transmission is through a single stage T8F reduction onto the stock mini-quad rear axle, geared for speed is approximately 20MPH.

The ESC is a generic unbranded 2000W E-Bike ESC running on 12S LiPo 12Ah (2x 6S packs in series).

During racing the power usage typically peaks at 36A.
[[File:CybeQuad5.jpg|center|thumb|800x800px|CyberQuads drive and electronics layout. Arranged to minimise the amount of wiring needed throughout the racer. Everything can be easily accessed by removing the seat.]]
{{clear}}

==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}A running-gag with CyberQuad was it's notable tendency to place 3rd during it's active racing.{{clear}}

==BOM==
{{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item
! Cost
! Total
|-
| Donor Mini-Quad
| £80
| £354.5
|-
| ESC
| £18
|
|-
| Motor
| £80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
CyberQuad is a particularly low cost hacky due to being based on an existing 50cc quad-bike meaning most of it's parts fall under the 'Donor Mini-Quad' line.{{clear}}

==Limitations==
CyberQuad is a proven racer with excellent reliability though it's smaller size does impact it's competitiveness. On the plus side it's size makes it able to navigate tight twisting tracks well and can often attempt overtakes in gaps other racers are not able to, however the narrower track width requires it to slow more for sharp corners. In addition the slower geared speed while providing good acceleration and recovery out of the slower corners does lose time on large tracks with long straights. In comparison to newer dual-motor racers it is unable to compete though is at home in the mid-pack.

It is also less comfortable to drive than many other racers and demands more effort from the driver when racing particularly the where the driver is placing their weight. Compared to other racers a more relaxed driving style is not capable while still retaining performance.

While CyberQuad is a typically reliable hacky, with DNF's being rare, the mini-quad parts do suffer from the more intense use. The tyres wear quickly and will typically use up a set on the front over a weekends racing and multiple rear sets before the switch to Go-Kart wheels. The mini-quad wheels on the rear occasionally bursting during racing as they reached end of life. While still using the original parts the steering arms are a weak point and any impacts can result in them twisting.

The small size leaves it difficult to add significant Moxie to.{{clear}}

==Resources==
TBA
{{clear}}

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File:CybeQuad8.jpg

2025-04-20T13:46:50Z

Shakey: CyberQuad as retired in 2025.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad as retired in 2025.

File:CybeQuad7.jpg

2025-04-20T13:46:15Z

Shakey: CyberQuad from it's first event at FCL 2021.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad from it's first event at FCL 2021.

File:CybeQuad6.jpg

2025-04-20T13:45:47Z

Shakey: CyberQuad loaded fully assembled into a Ford Fiesta.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad loaded fully assembled into a Ford Fiesta.

File:CybeQuad5.jpg

2025-04-20T13:45:17Z

Shakey: CyberQuad original parts setup with seat removed.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad original parts setup with seat removed.

File:CybeQuad4.jpg

2025-04-20T13:44:37Z

Shakey: CyberQuad drive arrangement.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad drive arrangement.

File:CybeQuad3.jpg

2025-04-20T13:43:48Z

Shakey: CyberQuad donor chassis extended with drive mock-up.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad donor chassis extended with drive mock-up.

File:CybeQuad2.jpg

2025-04-20T13:43:17Z

Shakey: CyberQuad donor frame with original parts removed.

== Summary ==
CyberQuad donor frame with original parts removed.

File:CybeQuad1.jpg

2025-04-20T13:42:46Z

Shakey: CyberQuad donor chassis next to Trikemare

== Summary ==
CyberQuad donor chassis next to Trikemare

CyberQuad

2025-04-20T13:31:00Z

Shakey: /* Limitations */

{{Racer
|ProfilePic=CyberQuadProfile.jpg
|BuiltBy=Alex Shakespeare
|Theme=Small Quad
|FirstRace=???
|CurrentStatus=Active
|Motor=Vevor?
|ESC= Vevor??
|Battery=??
|Transmission=??:?? Chain
|Contact=??
}}

==Background==
[[File:Placeholder.jpg|thumb|left]]
CyberQuad is the second Hacky built by Alex after Trikemare. Trikemare was a reverse trike that was incredibly unstable during cornering with a tendency to roll during races. Cyberquad was built with the aim of being a much more stable, safer Hacky with the aim to also be able to fit in the boot of a hatchback car without being disassembled. The Hacky as built in 2021, first competing at the Fully Charged Live event of the same year.

The theme is loosely based on a cyberpunk look though was never fully realised before becoming inactive in 2024. Despite the name there is no relation to the announced Tesla CyberQuad.

{{clear}}

==Construction==
Intended to be a quick build to produce a stop-gap racer between Trikemare and an eventual more competitive one a children's 50cc quad bike was chosen as a base. This was chosen as it would result in a very low BOM cost for the majority of the components and an already completed front end with steering and suspension. Due to this CyberQuad shares many common components with low cost mini-quad and mini-moto machines giving ready access to cheap spare parts.

The chassis was stripped of the petrol engine and top (seat) supports. The lower frame was then strengthened and extended with the rear frame being built utilising elements of the original rear frame. CyberQuad is nearly all steel and HDPE in construction. Over time additional strengthening has been added to the Hacky to combat wear.

The steering on a children's quad is mechanically limited by the steering arms hitting their mounting, in order to be able to corner more aggressively the steering axle mounts were extended to allow a higher steering angle.

CyberQuad runs a single motor with a single stage reduction using T8F chain to a solid rear axle, understeer is reduced by lifting the inside rear wheel during cornering. The front suspension noticeably helps cornering and runs softer springs than is typically found on even a 50cc quad. The rear wheels often had to be run over-pressure as the demand on them was far greater in CyberQuad than their intended use as a children's 50cc quad leading to them occasionally bursting during races. These were replaced with Go-Kart Wheels to resolve the problem. A single brake is used on the rear axle after the original front brakes were removed as they were not found to be effective.

CyberQuad is notable in being one of the smallest racers during it's time on the track measuring approximately 130cm Length and 60cm Width with a weight of ~35kg.

{|style="margin: 0 auto;"
| [[File:Placeholder.jpg|thumb|alt=Wooden chassis]]
| [[File:Placeholder.jpg|thumb|alt=Wooden body]]
| [[File:Placeholder.jpg|thumb|alt=Steering components]]
|}

{{clear}}

==Powertrain==
CyberQuad utilises a MY1020 2000W brushless scooter motor (Similar to the common VEVOR motors though predating them). Transmission is through a single stage T8F reduction onto the stock mini-quad rear axle, geared for speed is approximately 20MPH.

The ESC is a generic unbranded 2000W E-Bike ESC running on 12S LiPo 12Ah (2x 6S packs in series).

During racing the power usage typically peaks at 36A.

{{clear}}

==Race Results==
{{VehicleResultsTable}}A running-gag with CyberQuad was it's notable tendency to place 3rd during it's active racing.{{clear}}

==BOM==
{{^|Generate tables here - https://www.tablesgenerator.com/mediawiki_tables}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item
! Cost
! Total
|-
| Donor Mini-Quad
| £80
| £354.5
|-
| ESC
| £18
|
|-
| Motor
| £80
|
|-
|Go-Kart Wheels
|£35
|
|-
|Water jet cut parts
|£25
|
|-
|HDPE
|£65
|
|-
|Additional Steel
|£35
|
|-
|Seat
|£2.50
|
|-
|Sprocket
|£10
|
|-
|Threaded Rod
|£4
|
|}
CyberQuad is a particularly low cost hacky due to being based on an existing 50cc quad-bike meaning most of it's parts fall under the 'Donor Mini-Quad' line.{{clear}}

==Limitations==
CyberQuad is a proven racer with excellent reliability though it's smaller size does impact it's competitiveness. On the plus side it's size makes it able to navigate tight twisting tracks well and can often attempt overtakes in gaps other racers are not able to, however the narrower track width requires it to slow more for sharp corners. In addition the slower geared speed while providing good acceleration and recovery out of the slower corners does lose time on large tracks with long straights. In comparison to newer dual-motor racers it is unable to compete though is at home in the mid-pack.

It is also less comfortable to drive than many other racers and demands more effort from the driver when racing particularly the where the driver is placing their weight. Compared to other racers a more relaxed driving style is not capable while still retaining performance.

While CyberQuad is a typically reliable hacky, with DNF's being rare, the mini-quad parts do suffer from the more intense use. The tyres wear quickly and will typically use up a set on the front over a weekends racing and multiple rear sets before the switch to Go-Kart wheels. The mini-quad wheels on the rear occasionally bursting during racing as they reached end of life. While still using the original parts the steering arms are a weak point and any impacts can result in them twisting.

The small size leaves it difficult to add significant Moxie to.{{clear}}

==Resources==
TBA
{{clear}}

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CyberQuad

2025-04-20T13:06:23Z

Shakey: /* Construction */