Hey everyone, been doing some reading and think I am going to pick up on of these kits. I currently have a k2 mountain bike. How hard are these kits on the bike itself? I was debating on buying a bike from ll bean because they have a lifetime warranty. What do you all think?
How hard are these kits on the bike
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I don't know of a bike maker that will honor the warranty once a motor
is on it. may want to check the small print first before spending a lot of money
Quality bikes like K2 have quality bearings and other moving parts. As with normal cycling, the K2 will require fewer adjustments and part replacements than a department store bike. That does not mean that a department store bike is not good for motorizing. The department store bike will require more maintenance, but it will work.
It is a matter of personal preference and budget.
It is a matter of personal preference and budget.
If an engine is installed properly (chain alligment, sprockets being centered, engine vibration fixed) then there is barely any strain on the bike.
I had one customer bend a bike in a few days...hefty guy, hit lot's of holes ect.
Just check the bike frequently.
Just check the bike frequently.
Got a K2, eh? It should be just fine. If you keep all fasteners adjusted properly and grease your bearings and align your rear wheel and sprocket just right, that K2 won't notice much.
Having a good bike with good components helps. I run an old JC Higgins with a solid, welded-steel frame, well-greased bearings all around, Worksman wheels all trued and alligned, solidly seated engine mounts, and everything nicely bolted down and inspected regularly. I ride it every chance I get and it barely needs anything from me besides fuel.
cool, thanks for the replies. Will prolly order a kit within the next week or so. Not gonna do to many upgrades out the gate. I like to set it up stock and do one upgrade at a time and see results for myself. I will however be taking the motor apart and make sure all is well inside and clean up any slag and whatnot before I install it
I did this and I think it helped a little. After it was apart I polished up all of the inside to be smoother. You would be surprised at some of the stuff they let thru QC.
