Hartley Engineering bringing Hayabusa engine to vehicles
By Andrew C., 30 Aug, 2010. 0 Comments
It is indeed a captivating idea to cram a Suzuki Hayabusa-based V8 powerhouse into an appropriately lightweight and athletic 4-wheeled vehicle from last spring's knowledge of the engine's existence. The assignment of building a Suzuki-propelled sled is ready to become considerably easier now that Hartley Engineering has succeeded to revise the Hayabusa block somewhat.
An totally new crankcase has been developed and carved from a large piece of 6061 T6 aluminum. Although it may not be a V8, however, this new inline-four unit, designated the H2, is a very small engine that can fit a standard automotive transmission. This is important because motorcycle gearboxes usually don't have a reverse gear and typically yields their high-revving power through a chain. At present, the outlook of a 140-pound unit with more than 200 hp propelling something like a Super 7 is truly exciting. Those with like-minded enthusiasts can now start planning their subsequent ventures, as the H2 is anticipated to be available for sale early next year.
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