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Old 2011.12.28, 09:29 PM   #46
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Here is the latest update.

http://kyoshosan.blogspot.com/2011/1...-01-specs.html
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Old 2011.12.29, 02:48 PM   #47
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So it looks like 3rd channel is gyro "gain".

Being FHSS or not won't matter for being supported by helios or older radios, that's all handled by the module. What will matter is having a variable 3rd channel vs. an on/off 3rd channel (as most pistol radios are).

I haven't used it on my radio (EX-1 UR) but it looks like it should be capable. Rock crawler guys might be of more help since they make more extensive use of 3rd/4th channels

Still not entirely clear if this breaks compatibility with ASF modules, but it looks like it will? Poor choice if so.
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Old 2011.12.29, 03:15 PM   #48
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moved economics discussion to a new thread, please continue that discussion there.
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Old 2011.12.29, 06:52 PM   #49
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It's on the Kyosho America site now.

http://www.kyoshoamerica.com/Mini-Z-...-_p_10603.html
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Old 2011.12.30, 02:42 PM   #50
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ko propo does have two newer FHSS modules on their site, but it's still not clear if these (RF-903FH and RF-904FH) modules will work with the receiver in this new moto-cycle. Does anyone know if Ko Propo is doing the PCB on this model like previous mini-z cars??
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Old 2012.01.01, 06:47 PM   #51
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If Kyosho can somehow get a better price point in the US, they could have a seller here.

Why? As mentioned, 1/8th scale bikes have issues on most surfaces except smooth concrete or new pavement. I still like them, and hope to maybe have a class one day, but 1/5th (take 1/10th electronics) bikes can handle the tracks better. Both though need a large turning radius that can only be found on the larger 1/10th-1/8th permanent outdoor tracks. I have attempted to use the Venom GPV-1 on my 1/10th local carpet track, and it just cant get around the sharp turns easily. Now, take into account people running other cars that I have to take a completely different line from them = horror. It needs more rolling turns

This scale would be perfect, and the gyro will help with those more sharp turns. As shown in the video, can be run on smooth asphalt to RCP as well. I could run it more places.

Example of 1/5th scale bike racing:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM27f...eature=related


Also, I don't think will be offering a radio free version beyond being fhss and three channel for those wanting to use other transmitters. That transmitter also can charge the car.

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Old 2012.01.01, 07:08 PM   #52
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Heeeeey, i just notice they have indonesian yamaha slogan on the bike (selalu di depan) nice touch kyosho.
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does anybody know if the person on the bike moves when it turns? like will it lean?
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Old 2012.01.02, 03:57 AM   #54
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Heeeeey, i just notice they have indonesian yamaha slogan on the bike (selalu di depan) nice touch kyosho.
Malay language "semakin di depan" means getting closer ahead...and Petronas is a Malaysian oil company.
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Old 2012.01.02, 03:59 AM   #55
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does anybody know if the person on the bike moves when it turns? like will it lean?
i think it not a HOR type bike, there's a servo to turn the front wheel...but correct me if im wrong
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Malay language "semakin di depan" means getting closer ahead...and Petronas is a Malaysian oil company.
It's yamaha motor indonesia slogan, not petronas.
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It's yamaha motor indonesia slogan, not petronas.
oh ok..my bad
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Old 2012.01.10, 09:17 PM   #58
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One of the pre-production bikes was on loan to my local hobbyshop in Singapore over the weekend. Suffice to say it was a real challenge to drive

It's a real beauty of a machine and we hear the paintwork etc will be even better on the production bikes

Pictures of the bike.



The controller comes with 2 knobs to set the speed of the E gyro (flywheel in the rear wheel). The gyro spins independently of the rear wheel and tire.

One knob control the speed of the gyro on trottle, the other knob controls the speed off trottle. Driving for the first time, the manual recomends to set both knobs all the way to the right (max speed) and therefore max stability (self righting effect).

I guess the transmitter must have some built in functionality to vary the gyro speed with the trottle position so I am not sure if it is replaceable with another transmitter.

The bike handles sweepers well enough but tigher 180 corners were very challenging (balance between the bike toppling over due to too much lean angle and the front of the bike washing out).

I did ask but did not recieve an answer about indicative price.
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Old 2012.01.10, 09:29 PM   #59
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I was in so cal. for A1 on sat. sun. me and friend went to R241. brought our AM F1 cars. Got to get some time with this machine. friend and I were giving
two pre production test bikes to try out, two battery packs in and a real big
space and you get it.

2 Yamahas then next release will be 2 ducatis, and a later release of 2 hondas..

gyro will not allow this bike to work with the ex 5
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Old 2012.01.10, 11:51 PM   #60
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I see a red 1098 in my future! Guess the Streetfighter isn't possible. Might be hard to pull off a naked bike at this scale.
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