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Discussion at Motorized Bicycle Engine Kit Forum in the Pre-Motorized Bicycle Information. forum. My buddy ordered a Grubee Skyhawk 80cc Motor kit and wants me to put it on his lowrider frame. I ...
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Old 10-24-2009, 02:32 AM
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My buddy ordered a Grubee Skyhawk 80cc Motor kit and wants me to put it on his lowrider frame. I only have one build under my belt, so I am somewhat a noob. His frame doesn't look much different than mine other than it is lower. I was thinking of using the front bracket that comes with the kit and drilling through the front tube. Please let me know what you think.
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Old 10-24-2009, 02:48 AM
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Drilling through the tube isn't the end of the world...(It's usually fine) But it's better if you make a mount from a "U" bolt & a small piece of flat 1/4" steel!
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Old 10-24-2009, 09:15 PM
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hey Venice, your link hasnt been working (at least for me)
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Old 10-24-2009, 10:22 PM
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hey Venice, your link hasnt been working (at least for me)
Thanks Bro!!! I fixed it... At least someone here tells me these things!!
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Old 10-25-2009, 01:16 PM
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Some of the newer motors have a larger radius on the front mount that would fit that frame perfect with no alterations. The last two slant head motors I got from Powerkingshop were that way. If you haven't ordered your engine kit you could call a couple places and ask them what the front radius measurement is. Save you some hassel if you don't have the means to make your own bracket.

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Old 10-30-2009, 12:57 AM
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Here is a pic of the lowrider build so far To see more pics New Bike Project pictures by rkorson4209 - Photobucket
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Old 10-30-2009, 03:49 AM
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is the chain gonna clear the fender???if it has a center mount you could bob it.....that bike is styling...gonna need a short gear for those little tires
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Old 10-30-2009, 08:03 AM
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Nice man! And here I thought my build was a tight squeeze lol I love the color

Ya gonna banana seat that bad boy? It'll look perfect that way (and be comfy too). I'm not so sure about that front (rear?) fender - is that a project in progress?

Ya know - with a lil bike like that, if geared properly - is gonna be fast as heck! You're not building a bike for a friend that's gonna end up faster than yours are ya?
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Old 11-08-2009, 05:27 PM
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Nice frame man! I chose to put all my flashiness into the accessories. haha

I agree with BarelyAwake tho, grab a banana seat and give yourself some kneeroom!!
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