Video build finally in process

[HillbillyScientist]

Well this is the first vid of a hopeful series right after the vid was over i ripped it down to get ready to sand. oh and please dont jump all over me because its not a "begginer" build. I've been there and done that.
http://youtu.be/4113l-gzgqw

 

[HillbillyScientist]

a 9 or 10 gear ratio is ok right?
Found my answer

 

[HillbillyScientist]

From some research I think its a schwin american flyer

 

[HillbillyScientist]

heres part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptoNNVg3m_o&feature=youtu.be

 

[atombikes]

I watched your 2 videos. Man, that is a nice frame for a motorbike. Good luck with your build! I'll be watching. What are you going to do for a transmission?

 

[HillbillyScientist]

THanks but Im not really sure about the transmission yet any recommendations Im on a tight budget but dont plan on getting anything low quality.

 

[HillbillyScientist]

for the transmission i was thinking of using a northern tool clutch and jackshaft and using the right sprockets to get a 8 or 9 gear ratio is this a good ratio and has anyone used these components

 

[atombikes]

for the transmission i was thinking of using a northern tool clutch and jackshaft and using the right sprockets to get a 8 or 9 gear ratio is this a good ratio and has anyone used these components

I bought the MaxTorque clutch (was thinking about the Hilliard but went Max Torque). I am also planning on running a jackshaft like you, kinda like a minibike. I'm going to mount my jackshaft to the seatpost using pillow block bearings and the 1-1/8" Mack truck CB antenna aluminum mounts.

My build linked below:

http://motorbicycling.com/showthread.php?t=41395&page=3

 

[HillbillyScientist]

Bud you just read my mind it seems like the cheapest most reliable way so i think im gonna stick with it

 

[HillbillyScientist]

oh since im probably gonna use the same bearings you used got any idea where to get a 5/8" shaft with a key slot thats no more than 8 or 10 inches

 

[atombikes]

oh since im probably gonna use the same bearings you used got any idea where to get a 5/8" shaft with a key slot thats no more than 8 or 10 inches

Pretty sure I got mine (not sure of length) from OMB Warehouse a couple years ago. At that time I thought I was going to use the bicycle's bottom bracket for the jackshaft bearing retainer, so I also ordered up some 1-3/8"OD, .625" ID bearings from there. Turns out you can file a little of the threads off the inside of the bottom bracket and its a perfect fit.

 

[HillbillyScientist]

Thanks within a month I should be ordering parts.