I am currently modelling a bike based on a Norton 961:
I struggle with modelling a proper mechanical spring. It should look like this, I think:
I really don't know how to make it look flowing and natural and having enough "layers".
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See https://meta.stackexchange.com/questions/75491/how-to-upload-an-image-to-a-post on how to upload images and use that facility please, as great part of your question depends on them and if they go dead so the question with them – Mr Zak Jan 29 '18 at 19:29
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Possible duplicate of: Model a simple 3D spiral shape? – Jan 29 '18 at 20:53
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Activate the Add Curve: Curve Extra Objects addon in the user preferences if you haven't yet.
Then just add a new 3D object with Shift + A Add > Curve > Curve Spirals > Logarithmic or Archemedian in you prefer.
Adjust the desired height and number of turns as required.
Adjust curve bevel factor from the Properties Window > Object Data (Curve) as desired and set the Fill option to Full.
You can then manually add the "flat" end loops manually by joining in a bezier curve circle object afterwards in Edit Mode.
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