Deacon uses his Drifter bike as his primary mode of transport in Days Gone, customizing it with numerous upgrades for maximum performance both on-road and off-road. This versatile machine can even carry passengers.
The Drifter stands out with its deep-balanced classic fender skirts, and the engine hums smoothly to its rev limit while its gear-driven engine balancer keeps vibrations under control from its crankcase.
Engine
Deacon uses his bike as his primary mode of transportation and mobile weapon in Days Gone. Prior to the Freaker virus outbreak, Deacon had previously relied on riding a white chopper; however, this was later destroyed by marauders roaming free after its crash site. Instead, Deacon built himself a more capable off-road bike while keeping Sarah’s custom gas tank.
Its V-twin, liquid-cooled engine produces 1470cc of power and can reach 45 km/h at top speed. Powered by fuel injection and coupled with a five-speed transmission with automatic neutral finder and single disc brakes on both front and rear wheels, the fuel-injected motor reaches top speeds of 45 km/h.
The Drifter features a double cradle frame similar to its Vulcan 800 and 800 Classic siblings but features additional girder forks for greater steering head clearance, resulting in 31.5 degrees of rake and 6.2 inches of trail. Furthermore, this bike features slightly taller gearing for quicker acceleration off traffic lights and is designed to be driven aggressively on- or off-road.
Shifting this bike is easy thanks to its light pull and progressive clutch engagement system. Gearing is high enough to enable highway passes while still offering enough torque for urban use.
Players can utilize the Drifter’s exhaust to quiet their motorcycle, enabling them to sneak closer to enemies without alerting them. Players can upgrade it by visiting workshops for repairs or buying upgrades from NPCs (which increase fuel tank and saddlebag capacity, respectively), but note that purchasing these upgrades requires a high Trust Level – otherwise, they won’t work! To unlock them and their promotions and services.
Frame
A drifter bike’s frame is one of its key components. It must be strong enough to carry its motor while providing sufficient clearance for tires, handling rough terrain with ease, and providing a smooth ride. Drifter frames typically consist of aluminum or steel; some even incorporate titanium or carbon fiber. They’re usually assembled using TIG welding for increased accuracy and produce more robust frames overall.
The Days Gone Drifter Bike from Bend Studio’s popular video game Days Gone is a custom-built bike used to ambush enemies or serve as a save point, allowing re-entering of maps after being killed or running out of ammunition. It resembles both a chopper or bobber, as well as dirt bike suspension and tires for versatile riding on pavement or off-road surfaces; it can even act as an ambush point! Additionally, its body can serve as an ambush point against enemy attacks or to save points after having fallen dead or run out of ammunition!
In addition to being fast and lightweight, the Drifter is also an aesthetically pleasing bike. Featuring Kink’s Perception/Bomber stealth seat with Mission seat post and integrated clamp, its appearance is both sleek and clean. Furthermore, this model boasts a 44mm head tube diameter, a T47 bottom bracket size, and room for either 700×45 or 350×50 tires.
The frame is TIG-welded from butted AW 6061 alloy in the United States, and the solution is annealed, quenched, and aged before being sandblasted and anodized for finishing touches. Weighing 1450 grams with an integrated threaded headset compatible with 1.5″ steerers for an overall weight of 1450 g, its geometry has been carefully balanced between high-speed stability and maneuverability over both pavement and dirt terrain, offering optimal gearing options thanks to its 1×7 drivetrain setup.
Wheels
Stock plastic wheels are often considered the weakest component of any drifter, with loud, complex, and ineffective rubber compounds that do not absorb vibration or shock well enough for comfortable driving. People have taken to adding 10″ PVC drift sleeves over them to mitigate noise and vibration issues; however, this only addresses noise/vibration concerns without providing solutions for smooth sliding action.
The Drifter 29″ wheelset brings together cutting-edge wheel technology to produce a high-performance wheelset. Featuring CRD’s Apex rim laced onto precision-made Industry 9 1/1 hubs equipped with Pro Head nipples that have been machined to exact tolerances that reduce binding during spoke tensioning, this wheelset also features precise drilling angles on its rims to minimize any deformation that might otherwise occur due to spoke tensioning or spoke tensioning.
This wheelset is an ideal choice for riders in search of a drift trike that can handle pavement or light trails with its bright inverted tread pattern, providing excellent handling and grip on pavement and superior traction off-road on dirt or gravel surfaces. In addition, Serfas’ reliable Flat Protection System and reflective sidewalls further ensure safe travels.
If you want to give your EzyRoller Classic, Drifter, or Drifter X drift trike an extra speed boost and a more fun ride, these wheelsets are an excellent way to do so. Made of lightweight aluminum with 24mm inner width rims for up to 28mm tires. In addition, these lightweight wheelsets come complete with replacement drift sleeves and axle bushing adapters explicitly designed to fit existing hubs on existing bikes; they are available in multiple colors that match any style imaginable at very competitive pricing, making this an excellent budget option!
Seat
One of the most crucial parts of any bike is its seat, which supports and cushions your body as you ride. Different riders require different kinds of seating: racers require narrower saddles with less padding compared to commuters or recreational riders, for example. An ergonomic saddle will keep your legs from becoming sore during long rides while providing extra comfort on each journey.
When purchasing a bike seat, be sure to try it on and adjust it as best fits your body. Consulting with an expert is also advised as some cyclists suffer from saddle sores due to incorrect seat height, angle, or shape – it would be wise for a professional checkup of your seat to make sure it’s the optimal setting.
Selle Royal’s Drifter Saddle is an exquisite bike seat designed to help you glide effortlessly down the road. Its ergonomic design supports your sit bones while relieving pressure from sensitive areas, while its dual spring suspension system absorbs bumps and vibrations. Plus, this seat comes in a black finish with water-resistant features for protection from environmental elements!
The Drifter saddle is an exquisite vintage-inspired model perfect for cruiser bikes. Equipped with RVL technology for superior water resistance and RoyalGel padding to provide the highest level of comfort by reducing pressure peaks by 40%, its round design and vintage metal rivets add elegance to classic bikes.
Handlebars
Handlebars serve several functions on a bicycle: they offer comfortable positioning for riders, allow hand and body movement on long rides to prevent fatigue, and serve as mounting platforms for brake/gear levers/accessories as well as mounting platforms for them. Handlebars come in multiple widths to suit riders of varying sizes/styles/width preferences; some also include drops, curves, or flat sections as features that make riding safer; plus, they’re made out of materials like aluminum alloys or carbon fiber!
Road biking typically features handlebars with curved drop sections to allow riders to shift their weight and position for easier bike maneuvering quickly. Furthermore, they usually include multiple hand positions so riders can find their optimal comfort position and are taped or feature strips of bar gel to reduce vibration transmission and increase comfort for longer rides.
Porteur bars, typically found on dedicated porteur bicycles to carry luggage, feature an undulating curve with extended horizontal sections in their middles that slope backward, sometimes featuring drops at their rear end. Another variation on this theme can be seen with cruiser bars on cruiser bikes that feature very flat or nearly horizontal centers before gently curving towards their rider’s body.
Handlebars also boast stem clamp areas to secure them to the bicycle’s frame, ensuring each bar is securely against its bicycle frame. The diameter of this part varies between bars; most fit onto standard 25.4 mm (1 in) stems for classic bikes, but there have also been variations tailored explicitly to special applications – for instance, BMX bars need special clamp sizes that are incompatible with stems intended for mountain bikes.
