Nov 26, 2006

Chainsaw motorcycle

The Dolmar company of Hamburg, Germany is noted for gas powered chain saws which they began making in 1927. Now they put their talents to work on a custom motorcycle unlike any other.

The end result is a monstrosity of a motorcycle they call the Dolmette.

The Dolmette uses 24 Dolmar chain saw engines. Power is transmitted by a series of belts to a Harley Davidson 5-speed transmission. The end result is a 24-cylinder, 2-stroke power source with a total displacement of 1900cc with about 170 horsepower.

This elongated speedster can reach speeds in excess of 120 MPH in third gear. The cycle is now on a publicity tour at locations around Europe. Wonder what 24 chains saw engines sound like all working in together? A bit tricky to ride on the street but the sight and sound would be awesome!

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