MZ Skorpion glued frame

[Lawton883]

I am considering sending a Skorpion frame to be powder coated, however I am aware that parts are glued rather than welded. Could anyone tell me 1 which parts are glued and 2 how the heat part of the powder coating process will effect the glue.
Thanks in advance
Alan

[Richard]

My understanding is that the original frame design/concept by Seymour and Powell was to glue the frame using aeronautical techniques, but that they abandoned the idea after being persuaded that motorcyclists are surprisingly conservative in many respects.

Hopefully some owners will be along in a moment with some confirmation, one way or the other.

[Lawton883]

Thanks Richard I looked all over but could not identify a joint that was not welded
Alan

[Richard]

Try messaging Steffan - he has one and knows a thing or two about them.

[themoudie]

Aye Alan and Richard,

"The strong tubular beam frame was unusual in using aircraft adhesives to save weight but production versions came with a welded frame. "

Link: Wikipedia_MZ_Skorpion_entry

Also

MZ?MuZ Riders Forum for lots of information and 'tips'!: MZ/MuZ_Forum_660cc

My regards, Bill.

[guest564]

Yes I remember seeing the original Tigcraft prototype which was glued, MZ rejected the idea for road bikes and the production ones were welded