How to Build a Motorcycle Jig

An efficient way of creating a frame for a motorcycle is to build a jig because it holds the various parts of this vehicle. However, when creating a motorcycle jig do not forget to make a welding fixture since the jig cannot hold the parts of the frame for tack welding. The steps that must be followed to learn how to build a motorcycle jig are discussed below.

Functions

Making a motorcycle jig is helpful when you build the vehicle because it helps you find the place where the neck should be installed. In addition, it is useful in assessing the rake height and rake angle. Aside from these, a jig allows you to locate the bottom rails as well as the height of the rear axle of the motorcycle.

Instructions

Start this project by making the neck jig post. To build this, you will need 1/8 inch wall steel tubing. The measurements of the tubing should be two inches by three inches. The post is important because it helps you adjust the neck’s height. Additionally, it is necessary to have a ¾ inch pivot rod to make the frame’s neck. To make the neck jig post, you need a pattern or a motorcycle jig design because it has instructions and specifications that are necessary for making the post.

Afterwards, proceed with the steps in making the axle post, which is commonly made from ¼ inch steel tubing. This post is very important because it holds the axle plates. To make sure that the plates are in the appropriate places, remember to use shaft collars and spacers between the plates. After placing the plates, the next step is to weld a ½ inch steel plate to a ½ inch square tube. To have enough spaces between the plates, drill holes and insert bolts in the holes.

As soon as the axle post was made, you can build the engine fixture. Start with assembling the two lower rails. Secure spacers in between the rails. Use a bolt to fasten the rails. To secure the fixture and the engine plate, use four setscrew jacks. Attach the jacks at the corners of the plate. To be assured that all the parts of the motorcycle jig were properly attached to the frame, drill holes for the setscrews because these are important to adjust and secure the engine plate and the rails to the motorcycle. After creating the engine fixture, check if all the parts are functioning well. If there are problems with the jig, seek help from people who know how to build a motorcycle jig.