Bio-Diesel Motorbikes

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Bio-Diesel Motorbikes

The BDM project is a final year honours project for students studying at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Adelaide. This project began in 2008 with the aim to promote the use of environmentally conscious bio-fuels. We aim demonstrate the performance credentials of this renewable energy source. Whilst showing that there is no need to sacrifice performance in order to be environmentally friendly.

To do this, the BDM team set about constructing a motorbike that has the capabilities of breaking the current land speed record for a diesel motorbike (Special Class), with the aim of competing at the speed week competition at Lake Gairdner run by Dry Lakes Racing Australia. At the present stage, the engine and gearbox have been selected and a frame has been built.

A group of motivated and diligent students from aerospace, automotive and mechanical engineering disciplines has been assembled in order to complete the final stage of this project.

 
 

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ARF - Official Fuel Supplier

29/7/10 The BDM team is proud to announce a partnership with AR Fuels (ARF) as the official Biodiesel supplier for the BDM SLS. ARF has been in operation since 2005 and produces biodiesel meeting the strictest biodiesel standards worldwide. They will be providing the BDM team with fuel and advice to ensure the highest performance possible. Check them out at www.ARFuels.com.au.

 
 
BDM + MTQ

12/7/10 The BDM team is proud to announce a partnership with MTQ Engine Systems.  MTQ specialise in diesel fuel injection and turbocharger sales in Australia.  They will be providing the BDM team with advice and services to make sure the Salt Lake Special is as fast as possible!  The MTQ team have already worked their magic on the engine and now it lives and breathes!
 
The Weigh In

16/4/10 - Thanks to the Adelaide University Civil Engineering department, the motorcycle left the ground and was carefully weighed. This allows the team to have a full understanding of the weight distribution of the motorcycle. Stay tuned for pics and videos coming shortly!