Anyone familiar with Denardis Engines?

:) I meant don't use the springer type fork....If you are going to use motorcycle wheels and bearings, then use motorcycle forks. You'll need to modify the frame to make them work, but you'll also have to modify most of the bike to make the wheels work. It's going to be some work fo'sho'!
 
rockshox are good, you want motorcycle triple clamp type forks if you can afford them. what he meant by springer forks is the old style forks that are junk except for looks. the engine you link to is way over priced and under equipped, i would buy an old dirt bike and use the engine because it will have replacement parts and at least a 3 speed transmission. you will only get 60mph out of that engine if you dont mind extreme rpms and short engine life, thats why you need multiple gears. i would suggest an older 4 stroke for authentic chopper sound.
 
young grease monkey said:
rockshox are good, you want motorcycle triple clamp type forks if you can afford them. what he meant by springer forks is the old style forks that are junk except for looks. the engine you link to is way over priced and under equipped, i would buy an old dirt bike and use the engine because it will have replacement parts and at least a 3 speed transmission. you will only get 60mph out of that engine if you dont mind extreme rpms and short engine life, thats why you need multiple gears. i would suggest an older 4 stroke for authentic chopper sound.
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Thanks for the advice :)

Which dirt bike models should I keep an eye out for?

Also, I read in a motor bicycle dealer ' s website that some mountain bike frames and forks are heavy duty and built like motorcycles to withstand the impact and vibrations from rough terrains

Would using a well built brand name MTB work for these type of things. If it does I think it might be a money saver.

Also would I have to change the front wheel as well? I remember reading here somewhere that the reason why a motorcycle wheel would be needed is to withstand the high torque. I was thinking at first about slapping a 29 inch beach cruiser wheel in front for the chopper look
 
Run, break, repair, run, repair, run, explode, replace, run, repair. Like that. Been there done that with both Z car and KZ1000Z1R.

I seriously like that air cooled 50cc. The use of a MC engine on a bicycle was added to the bucket list for a few years now; some day.

And then..... I ... uhh erm.
 
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