Morini, Stretch, Nuvinci 8sp, SBP in progress

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This is a work in progress. I will post more about it later with more pictures.

07/23/09 The engine is a 49.8CC 3.2HP and it is upgradable to 5.8HP. I only have about 30 miles on it and most of them test runs. It seems as strong or stronger than my HT engine. My speedometer read 42mph when i opened it up recently. This is the same as the HT engine but the Morini isn't broken in yet. The Morini has some vibration at midrange but smooth at high rpm. Some of it may be the clutch and I hope it gets better. It is barely audible when idling compared to the HT. The pipe I have is loud (for me) but I'm working on it. I included a picture of my rear motor mount/jackshaft combination. It also holds the idler for the jackshaft to crank chain.

The rear hub is a Shimano Nexus 8 speed with a roller brake added. It is rated for offroad use and has about 400 motorbike miles on it with no problems. I JUST NOTICED THE NUVINCI IN THE TITLE. MUST HAVE PUT THAT THERE SUBCONSCIOUSLY. IT IS A SHIMANO NEXUS.
 

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this looks like the perfect ride to me!!! can you tell us about the mounts for the motor and shift kit and maybe some close up shots? is this a 50cc morini? and is there a rear brake on the nuvinci hub?
 
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WOW, that IS Cool!!!

I'm just gonna have to step up to the plate and get a Morini
fitted to one of my frames. I absolutely love the kickstart.

Man, get a helmet!
With that Morini & Nuvinci you'll be reaching speeds of 55+...!


Good Job!
 
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leftywoody said:
the chain set up looks very professional . Could we see more pics of that ? are you running some kind of electric start ?
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No electric start. Only the kick start on this engine. Here are more pictures of the mounts.
 

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How is top speed with the J shaft ? I was going to go with a j shaft set up a 27 tooth and a 12 . just woundering. Nice work? Love that build man really cool!
 
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goat herder said:
How is top speed with the J shaft ? I was going to go with a j shaft set up a 27 tooth and a 12 . just woundering. Nice work? Love that build man really cool!
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Thanks, I have only checked it with the bicycle speedometer. It tops out around 42mph.
 
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i hit 55km/h on my 3.2 with a 44tooth on a 26 wheel, level ground.
bike and myself are probably about 200lbs.
 
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goat herder said:
So how is that SHIMANO NEXUS holding up to a Morini?
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Up until the front freewheel failed (new heavyduty one) and jerked the chain, it was flawless.
It relocated fourth gear but still operates fine in the rest. I have the stretch frame and Morini retired. I used the wheels and front end on a new bike. I may sell the Morini and frame. It was a fun ride.
 
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Very nice looking ride. I really didn't understand what you meant about the front free wheel locking up. Can you please explain? Also why have you decided to retire the Morini? I bought the 5.8 and am doing my research for my build. I have thought of using a Aluminum Felt or one of Pypelines Boxer set ups. One problem with the Boxer is that Dean is sooooo darn flacky. Any thoughts, I would greatly appreciate them.
 
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