A foolproof setup?

[Bike n00b]

I am going to be putting together my first motorized bike, and it will be a beach cruiser with a four stroke engine (ideally). I am new to the hobby and I would greatly appreciate it if you experts could make me a list of what I need to buy, (bike, engine, and everything else i need.). I have all of the resources to put the thing together, but I'm just overwhelmed with all the options out there.

P.S. What cruiser and engine do you reccomend from experience? I need a setup that is reliable.

 

[scotto-]

= What cruiser and engine do you reccomend from experience? I need a setup that is reliable.

My first beach cruiser 4-stroke build and my current transportation of choice is an aluminum Ridgedale "Northwoods" with the Grubee 4G Huasheng 49cc 4-stroke engine kit. Bought both the kit and the bike online for $550. This bike cruises like a champ!

 

[Goat Herder]

Howdy welcome to the the greatest forum biker! Glade you joined us. Feel free to ask any questions Lots of great talent here. Here is some good reading! Classic Instructions for Building and Repairing Motorized Bicycle Engine Kits - Bicycle Engine Kit Classic Posts at Motorized Bicycle Forum

 

[robbdaman]

I like what you've done Scotto and may just copy it a lot. The Ridgedale frame looks very sturdy and has a lot of room for a 4 stroke.

 

[scotto-]

I like what you've done Scotto and may just copy it a lot. The Ridgedale frame looks very sturdy and has a lot of room for a 4 stroke.

Thanks man, no prob...copy away! I really do recommend this set-up, it's a blast to ride and a very inexpensive build overall. The frame is a no brainer for the 4-stroke, I was able to mount it very low in the frame and keep the chain guard stock by using a small chainring upfront, the wide bb spindle and the longer, lighter stock alloy cranks. I ride this thing everyday with pleasure. Any questions...just ask. Cheers!