My project(s)

xlite · #21 (**permalink**) 06-20-2009, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOtherStyle

I honestly don't know the diameter, but I am assuming that tooth spacing stays the same and that the size would be a linear increase. Do you think the HF 2.5 would pull hard enough from a stop with the 10/80 setup, or should I still look into a jackshaft setup with a different gearing setup?

I did a setup using that HF 80cc engine with just 10 tooth clutch and 112 tooth rear sprocket which turned out to be way too big (too slow, too much pull). Disabling the governor and a smaller rear sprocket would be perfect.

TheOtherStyle · #22 (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:26 AM

I am a whore. Really. An idea whore. My plans have, again, changed. Well...part of the plans have changed.

At this point I plan to have a custom fork built by BrettMavrick (you'll have funds soon man!) to make use of a 24x2.5 chopper wheel with dual disc brakes in the front, and will have someone more local to me, like my brother, make a custom rear swingarm that will accommodate a 24x4 rear wheel. In addition to being wider for the wheel, it will move the wheel back. In front of the wheel will be a 150cc vertical Lifan.

I was planning on a 110cc or 125cc, but I was just offered the 150cc for 275 shipped. I can't argue with the price. As someone else has said in another thread, "They won't know unless they take apart and measure it." So long as I keep my wits about me and ride like a human being they have no reason to pull me over.

The rear swingarm will taper towards the front to clear the crankarms, and I actually intend to cut apart my current swingarm, as my crank is part of the swingarm. I will cut off everything behind the rear shock mount, and go from there. The extra length, plus the weight of the engine will require me to ditch the 350lb spring currently on the shock body and swap to an 850lb unit from NYCbikes.com.

I am confident at this time that the 150cc's internal generator will be sufficient for the lights and accessories I plan to run, so I no longer need to rig up an external charging method for the battery. Speaking of batteries, I should be able to put a small motorcycle battery between the motor and the front of the swingarm, right between the crankarms.

Planned accessories are a pair of projector driving lights with HID bulbs, an led tail/brake light, and a GPS unit. I just picked up a bicycle trailer for free the other day, and got a set of rims for it from my neighbor's barn. I plan to put taillights on that as well, again, led. I don't plan to run both HID headlights at once, in fact I am thinking about ordering 2 separate colors. Diamond White (6000k) for regular driving and Golden Yellow (3000k) for bad weather.

Hmm....while looking up the two HID flavors I lost my train of thought. I could have sworn there was more but I cannot remember.

Anyway, pictures of the fat seat, the bike trailer, and the rims from my neighbor to come once daylight hits.

As I said, I am a whore. An idea whore. You can call me a whore if you want, its fine. I admitted it.

Dan · #23 (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheOtherStyle

I am a whore. Really. An idea whore. My plans have, again, changed. Well...part of the plans have changed.

At this point I plan to have a custom fork built by BrettMavrick (you'll have funds soon man!) to make use of a 24x2.5 chopper wheel with dual disc brakes in the front, and will have someone more local to me, like my brother, make a custom rear swingarm that will accommodate a 24x4 rear wheel. In addition to being wider for the wheel, it will move the wheel back. In front of the wheel will be a 150cc vertical Lifan.

I was planning on a 110cc or 125cc, but I was just offered the 150cc for 275 shipped. I can't argue with the price. As someone else has said in another thread, "They won't know unless they take apart and measure it." So long as I keep my wits about me and ride like a human being they have no reason to pull me over.

The rear swingarm will taper towards the front to clear the crankarms, and I actually intend to cut apart my current swingarm, as my crank is part of the swingarm. I will cut off everything behind the rear shock mount, and go from there. The extra length, plus the weight of the engine will require me to ditch the 350lb spring currently on the shock body and swap to an 850lb unit from NYCbikes.com.

I am confident at this time that the 150cc's internal generator will be sufficient for the lights and accessories I plan to run, so I no longer need to rig up an external charging method for the battery. Speaking of batteries, I should be able to put a small motorcycle battery between the motor and the front of the swingarm, right between the crankarms.

Planned accessories are a pair of projector driving lights with HID bulbs, an led tail/brake light, and a GPS unit. I just picked up a bicycle trailer for free the other day, and got a set of rims for it from my neighbor's barn. I plan to put taillights on that as well, again, led. I don't plan to run both HID headlights at once, in fact I am thinking about ordering 2 separate colors. Diamond White (6000k) for regular driving and Golden Yellow (3000k) for bad weather.

Hmm....while looking up the two HID flavors I lost my train of thought. I could have sworn there was more but I cannot remember.

Anyway, pictures of the fat seat, the bike trailer, and the rims from my neighbor to come once daylight hits.

As I said, I am a whore. An idea whore. You can call me a whore if you want, its fine. I admitted it.

LOL Broder TOS, ain't we all? Looking forward to seeing your pics. After the folks here, my favorite thing about here is the building on, of ideas. Speaking only for me, the wheel has been invented and in no way can I get it any more round or better suited. But watching and reading you (us) folks, I can make it turn faster, better and a lil better looking. Is a good thing for sure.

TheOtherStyle · #24 (**permalink**) 07-04-2009, 04:58 PM

Ok, here are the pictures from the idea whore

The seat is not only fat and cushioned, but it appears to be a suspension seat as well! This bike is going to be very comfortable.

The trailer will get a solid container on it in place of the fabric cabin. I go to my friends houses a lot, and often bring my computer to my one friend's place. Making a solid container will allow me to carry and strap down whatever I need to bring with me, including a small toolbox for on the road issues.

TheOtherStyle · #25 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 09:47 PM

SCORE!! *MAXXIS SLICK WILLY TIRE SET* 20/1.75* STREET DIRT FLAT - eBay (item 150356912491 end time Jul-11-09 18:09:29 PDT)

Now I just need to paint the trailer, rims, and get/build a cargo box.

Dan · #26 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 10:06 PM

Sweet! nice score TOS

TheOtherStyle · #27 (**permalink**) 07-23-2009, 04:29 PM

ATTENTION!! THIS IS AN UPDATE!!

I am still alive....just incredibly swamped lately. My birthday was on the 19th of July, my friend is getting married in Aug, I'm going to go see my gf in Missouri after the wedding, and my boss gave me the master worklist, so I have been a busy beaver working to pay bills and save up for my upcoming Aug trips.

Fear not, I am still here, I will continue to entertain with my whorish ideas of crazy bike builds, and ****, I'll even build something eventually

TheOtherStyle · #28 (**permalink**) 07-25-2009, 11:49 PM

Another update:

The tires finally came, and today I cleaned up the rims and tightened the spokes, and then painted and clearcoated them.

After that I installed the Bell no-flat foam tubes and the Maxxis Slick Willy tires. Oh my f****** god are those things hard to install!!!! Took three screwdrivers to pry the tires and tubes onto the rim. But there is ZERO slack inside the tire, it is one solid tire/tube combo on the rim. I dare say these might actually be good for motorized bicycles if anyone wants to try them.

And a picture of the finished result:

I will be installing the wheels onto the trailer tomorrow, and then I need to put air in the new tube in the front wheel of my mtb. Had a blowout the other day and bought a Bell version of the Slime tube I have in my back tire. Will take another picture with the wheels on the trailer and the trailer attached to the bike.

TheOtherStyle · #29 (**permalink**) 07-25-2009, 11:55 PM

P.S. I know the wheels still have spots on them, I couldn't get all the rust off, and I honestly don't care. The wheels are a **** of a lot cleaner than they where when I got them, and from a distance they look good. Besides, the trailer is going to be for cargo use anyway...so....does it really matter?

Dan · #30 (**permalink**) 07-26-2009, 11:49 AM

Lookin' good TOS.