Bicycle Motor
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I would pick the 4 stroke as they are better cause of the TLC you have to put into them and they are easier to fuel up, no mixing. Where would you get a 4 stroke for that cheap?
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I like the 2-strokes much better...
I think they look a lot "cooler" that the 4s.
The 4 that I rode felt good once it got up to speed, but it didn't have as much torque as the 2s.
It also had a centrifugal clutch... (I like a real clutch!) & I didn't like that the 4 didn't have engine braking.
All in all... I think that bikes with 2-strokes in them, look & ride more like real motorcycles!
I also think most of the 4s look kinda like Peewee Herman bikes...
I think they look a lot "cooler" that the 4s.
The 4 that I rode felt good once it got up to speed, but it didn't have as much torque as the 2s.
It also had a centrifugal clutch... (I like a real clutch!) & I didn't like that the 4 didn't have engine braking.
All in all... I think that bikes with 2-strokes in them, look & ride more like real motorcycles!
I also think most of the 4s look kinda like Peewee Herman bikes...
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Seeing I have both I chose the 4 stroke because that is my major ride. The 2 stroke is fun as all anything and is rock and roll with amazing power but when it speaks to me it says "drop your throttle down just a little or you're gonna need a rebuild."
When I ride my 4 stroke it's just smooth EVERYTHING from initial delivery to cruising to climbing hills. When my 4 stroke speaks to me it says "Pardon me. Do you have any Grey Pupon?"
When I ride my 4 stroke it's just smooth EVERYTHING from initial delivery to cruising to climbing hills. When my 4 stroke speaks to me it says "Pardon me. Do you have any Grey Pupon?"
I pick the two stroke...
They do look very kool ,Less moving parts ,Cheaper.
Cheers
Bob
BlueCollarBike
They do look very kool ,Less moving parts ,Cheaper.
Cheers
Bob
BlueCollarBike
Thanks, I really enjoy this forum and the tutorials are second to none. Great place and great folks. Well in another day or so, hoping to post pictures of my first "same O" build.Hello TwoWalksWelcome to the forum, glad you joined us
I'm equally adept with both systems. But for motorizing bicycles, I think I'd stick with the 2 stroke due to their simplicity, power, and ability to use an expansion chamber for a bolt on power boost. When well maintained you can get respectable life out of one and that by using good oil. (BIA TCW rated or good synthetic after the breakin interval)
As light as a bicycle is the power of a 2 stroke can make it feel like a rocket especially when you get into the power band of the motor where it comes alive.
Wheeeeeeee !!!!
As light as a bicycle is the power of a 2 stroke can make it feel like a rocket especially when you get into the power band of the motor where it comes alive.
Wheeeeeeee !!!!
I like the light weight and power of the 2 cycle. I don't mind mixing and I carry a bit of oil so I can just pull up to the pump and fill up with everyone else if I run out.
I voted two stroke and I just bought a gp460 to go on my new build.
I do not mind mixing oil & gas.
Gp460 most engine for the money.
Easy to hop up.
Lightweight.
Noise is not an issue .
You otta hear the un muffled harley davidsons here.
I do not mind mixing oil & gas.
Gp460 most engine for the money.
Easy to hop up.
Lightweight.
Noise is not an issue .
You otta hear the un muffled harley davidsons here.
Arent they made in China now!Ah, gotta love the US. At least it's not a 8mpg SUV
(Ducks ----chuckling softly)
Never having owned a 4 stroke my opinion is based solely on my experience with two very good 2 strokers. Both of them have performed flawlessly for me, produce all the power I could ever ask for on a bicycle and I love to tinker. I guess I'm one of the fortunate ones who hasn't experienced excessive vibration problems so premature failures of hardware has not been a concern. I don't mind mixing the fuel and I love the smell of the Castor oil I burn. I've ridden a couple of 4 stroke bikes and they are smooth and quiet but the rack mount style is hard to get on and off of and the one inframe I rode had an exposed (unguarded) chain that scared me to death. I might try a 4 stoke some day if the in-frame mounting issues are perfected but for now I like the look and feel of my 2 poppers.
Tom
Tom
the price wont be the same:
2-stroke $109+ and thats for a ok one
4-stroke $249+ for one with a noisy bad gear box
your choice...
i have a 2-stroke.
2-stroke $109+ and thats for a ok one
4-stroke $249+ for one with a noisy bad gear box
your choice...
i have a 2-stroke.
I chose 2 stroke because of the power to weight ratio. And the smell And the ring ding ding Reminds me of my childhood days and my Dad making good natured fun of my dirtbikes. (He had a Harley, back in his glory days)
And the ring ding ding Reminds me of my childhood days and my Dad making good natured fun of my dirtbikes. (He had a Harley, back in his glory days)i aggree more power for a smaller weight
i say a small plastic tank should be installed to inject oil
like a trickle system when the engine is on it powers a small pump to push oil in
why am i smarter than china manufactures?
LOL
i say a small plastic tank should be installed to inject oil
like a trickle system when the engine is on it powers a small pump to push oil in
why am i smarter than china manufactures?
LOL
I dont know peoples reasons for choosing a 4 stroke,I am yet to try one.However I Love my 2 stroke,I get kind of a cheap thrill in mixing 1 gal of fuel and having it last me all week,I enjoy the ease of maintainance and learning all the cool little tricks from all you guys to get the most from my engine,Perhaps I would try a 4 in the future but today I am happy.