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48cc vs 66cc


Discussion at Motorized Bicycle Engine Kit Forum in the Motorized Bicycle General Discussion forum. is the power difference really noticable. fuel consumption? noise? i have a 48cc and love it. my GF wants me ...
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Old 07-09-2008, 03:03 AM
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Default 48cc vs 66cc

is the power difference really noticable. fuel consumption? noise?

i have a 48cc and love it. my GF wants me to build one for her but she wants a bike trailer to take the dog along .. just wondering if its worth getting the 66cc for her or sticking with the 48cc. any feedback would be awesome
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Old 07-09-2008, 07:38 AM
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Default Re: 48cc vs 66cc

If you are towing a trailer especially with some weight, go for the bigger engine.....it's made to make more torque and pull loads, not rev like the 48cc.
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Old 07-09-2008, 09:05 AM
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Default Re: 48cc vs 66cc

I think so - once you go through the 1-6 month cycle of tuning the 66cc

The main deal is the only real difference is the displacement - so basically all the stuff outside the engine is the same, regardless. Well as you might imagine - a 49cc exhaust, intake, carb, etc may be a bit of a compromise on a 66cc engine....but it's more than just upgrading that stuff while you replace everything that breaks. (Trust me, it doesn't sound like it - but this IS a good thing in the long run). But it does involve some labor of love....grinding and time and yes some money.......
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