Graham Sykes, a 59-year-old resident of Bedale, Yorkshire, has recently made headlines by breaking the land speed record on his steam-powered rocket bike. This “go-fast grandad” achieved an astounding top speed of 163mph, all thanks to his own invention built in his shed.
Sykes, a precision engineer by profession, spent his spare time creating the “Force of Nature” motorcycle, a remarkable creation that harnesses the power of steam-based science to achieve mind-bending acceleration. The bike utilizes superheated, pressurized water heated by hydrogenated vegetable oil to generate energy, which is then converted into steam to propel the bike forward.
During the UK&ITA World Records Speed week at Elvington Airfield, Graham shattered the previous record for a steam-powered motorcycle, reaching a top speed of 163.8mph in just 3.878 seconds during the 1/8th-mile drag run. The previous record, set in 2014 by Bill Barnes, was a mere 80.509mph.
When asked about his creation, Sykes described it as “a big bomb” and emphasized his passion for fast bikes. He wanted to create a sustainable vehicle that doesn’t compromise on speed, keeping in mind the future of the planet and the well-being of his nine grandchildren.
This isn’t the first record set by Graham Sykes, as he previously shattered the British National record for the fastest three-wheeled vehicle in 2015 with his custom-built V8 3-wheeler ‘SYKO’. With his ambitious mindset, Sykes plans to break his own record and become the fastest steam-powered vehicle ever. He aims to surpass the 200mph threshold in the standing 1/8 mile sprint.
The Force of Nature Steam Rocket Bike was designed and built by Graham in his Yorkshire home shed using cutting-edge CAD modeling and CNC machining technology. His achievement embodies the relentless spirit of British engineering.
In conclusion, Graham Sykes, the Yorkshire “nutty inventor,” has truly made a mark in the world of land speed records with his steam-powered rocket bike. With his ingenuity, determination, and passion for speed, he has paved the way for a new era of eco-friendly, yet powerful, vehicles.
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