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Tight fit (real tight!) Pulse by Kettler comfort bike-Sick Shifter Kit


Discussion at Motorized Bicycle Engine Kit Forum in the Pictures and Videos forum. So you didn't use the supplied SBP rear mount? I don't see it or the clamps. If not, ...
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Old 09-28-2008, 10:00 PM
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So you didn't use the supplied SBP rear mount? I don't see it or the clamps. If not, watch out for engine twist. Although the chain tensioner should help.
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Old 09-28-2008, 10:17 PM
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Great job! You've put alot of thought and inginuity into this bike and it really came out fantastic. Hows the ride? Keep up the good work...Kelly
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Old 09-28-2008, 10:22 PM
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Pablo, There wasn't room for the SBP engine mount. The engine is almost to the seat tube. I cut the original mount down to 1/8" probably. The front mount must hold more than its share to keep the engine from twisting. It hasn't moved. I also think the chain tensioner helps. It sure makes it easier to adjust the chain. There is only about 1/16" clearance between the head pipe and the frame. It has never touched.
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Old 09-28-2008, 10:34 PM
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jerseykat, I made the plate that fits to the engine from 1"X 1/4" steel. I bored the holes with a drill press. The tube is copper. It is refrigeration tubing not plumbing. They are different iszes. I'm not sure what they call the size but it is 5/8" od or close to it. You can buy at a heat and air supplier. I soldered the tube in the steel plate. I also soldered the brace to the tube. I bent a long piece of tubing by hand then cut it off.

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Old 09-29-2008, 07:27 AM
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Very nice ride
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Old 09-30-2008, 02:38 AM
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Beautiful bike! Nice job overcoming the various challenges. Congrats on reaping the rewards!
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Old 10-01-2008, 04:38 PM
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i am thinking about getting a shifter kit. does it make the bike ride smoother? better acceleration? is it worth the money and time to install it? i am not having any problems with the stock chain drive now but i cant help but to foresee problems in the future and god forbid there is a problem while i am 10-15 miles from home.
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Old 10-01-2008, 05:40 PM
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Absolutely yes to all your questions. I wouldn't build a single speed bike for myself any more. This is my second shifter kit. It is a blast shifting gears!

Larry (i-paint)
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Old 10-01-2008, 08:07 PM
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where did you get the kit and how much?
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Old 10-01-2008, 08:28 PM
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