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d_gizzle

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So use an 18" rim. If you used a 26" rear wheel with a 24" rim for a sheave then the 18" rim/20" wheel combo should be spot-on. 24"-26"=2"~18"-20"=2".
 

Otero

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I agree; too bad cuz 16" rims are easier to come by. Still, weight
and engine are yet to be factored into the equation. A fairly light
rider who enjoys going fast more than this old man could still do
okay even with a 35cc honda GX35. A Tanaka PF 4000 would be
scary fast.
 
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d_gizzle

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Yes it would. Which is why I want to put one on my newest build(obsession). The pf-4000 is soooooo expensive though.....
 

Otero

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Oh yeah,... but sooooooo worth it!! I haven't had mine very long(200 mi.),
but it is amazing for only 40ccs. It out accelerates, out revs, and out torques
my out 49cc 4 stroke. It's just too much fun.xct2
 

thxcuz

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thanks for all the ideas, I'm a few years off from trying anything. We just bought our dream house and we are going to be a little cash poor for a while. I'm running a cheap friction drive on a 26 inch at the moment but I am going to move it to a folding bike because even when not folded it takes up less room.