Kerry McLean & His Monocycle

By Ben on Tue Feb 8 2011
Car  |  Motorcycle
Kerry McLean's monocycle, a one wheeled motorcycle type vehicle, built by Kerry McLean.
Engine: 40HP water-cooled, ex-snowmobile
Wheel: Inside diam 36 in. Tyre is from a French vineyard tractor trailer.
Controls: Left-hand clutch, twistgrip throttle, righthand hydraulic brake.
Steering is by leaning slightly out of the wheel. Accessories: Halogen headlights, brake lights and numberplate.This machine is licensed for the road. McLean has set a speed record of 53mph for a monowheel at Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, and is aiming for 100mph.
  
#1 Post by Shane, on Tue Feb 8 2011 2:20 PM
I hope he's got plenty of insurance. That is a fast way to die on the streets of America!
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