I plan on using a very new Chainsaw for a bike build. Here are my expectations: I'd like to see 25-30 mph and be reliable. I have a McCoulugh ( however u spell it) chainsaw. I think its 28 or 30cc. I chose this because i figure the clucth on a saw would be a bit heaver duty than say a weedeater. I dont have cash to get another clutch so id like to use what i have if i can. Here's what i have to use as frames. I have 2 26" mountain bikes and a 20" bike. I'd like to use the 26" frame with 20" wheels. I feel that would be more stable, and 20" wheels are more rigid than 26" wheels in regards to side to side flex, and well i kinda think the big frame smaller wheel combo might look better. I might put the bigger fork on the 20" frame too. Its dreary outside so i havent went out to play with it yet.
Anyway, Im 200lbs, and florida has no hills so , like i said, i have no real need for take off grunt. Im nore interested at higher speeds as if this works out ill be using this for about a 15 mile ride a few times a week. I'd like to gear it as high as i can without tearing the clutch up though. The best part is, i have access to a huuge metal shop and a CNC machine. I can make my own gears and mounting accessories.
Would a coaster rear tire work well with an engine? i kind have the idea of centering and welding a bigger sprocket to the coaster gear for rear drive. I dont plan on having Pedals at all. Mounting some foot boards or pegs of some sort.
Any Info would be great. Once i build this and prove it'll work reliably, ill be dissasembling and possibly powder coating and making it look as cool as possible. I'm anxious to start! Ya'll let me know what you think!
Anyway, Im 200lbs, and florida has no hills so , like i said, i have no real need for take off grunt. Im nore interested at higher speeds as if this works out ill be using this for about a 15 mile ride a few times a week. I'd like to gear it as high as i can without tearing the clutch up though. The best part is, i have access to a huuge metal shop and a CNC machine. I can make my own gears and mounting accessories.
Would a coaster rear tire work well with an engine? i kind have the idea of centering and welding a bigger sprocket to the coaster gear for rear drive. I dont plan on having Pedals at all. Mounting some foot boards or pegs of some sort.
Any Info would be great. Once i build this and prove it'll work reliably, ill be dissasembling and possibly powder coating and making it look as cool as possible. I'm anxious to start! Ya'll let me know what you think!
