For those of you looking for more info on this engine, here's a link to the "Hedlund Story"
And From the comments. Flickr link to more pics. Thanks Jezza.
I really don't know a lot about these bikes/engines so anything the readers can help out with will be much appreciated,
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Some more pics over here.
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Is that V twin home made? Anyone know anything about these bikes? Engine kind of looks a bit like a Rotax...
I would guess that is an early version of the Swedish Highland engine ... not positive though.
ReplyDeleteSOH driver said:
ReplyDeleteThis engine was constructed and built for Sidecar MX racing in a small serie. Made by a Nils Hedlund 77 year old and still going strong.
2 valve SOHC engine of 980cc. 89 x 63 if memory serves. Bathtub head with central plug. Built originally for sidecar MX. Usually run with a Norton g/box. About 40 were constructed, late '70's early '80's.
ReplyDeleteI built one into a BoTT racer in the UK - not reliable at constant high RPM !!
Here are some videos of the engine.......
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/user/hedton11/videos?view_as=subscriber