New Guy On The Block

[earltroske]

Greetings. I came across the information about this website and motorized bicycles in the current issue of Make (Make:20). I am very much interested in making a motorized bike and making it look steampunk-ish. Is there any publication or website that has a do-it-yourself, step-by-step guide for building a motorized bike from scratch?

Thanks.

 

[deacon]

when you say from scratch what do you mean. Do you want to start with a few pieces of straight steel and build and weld your own bike. Do you mean start with a frame and buy the components and assemble a bike then add a motor. Do you mean find the right bike and then add the motor. Or do you mean buy a bike and add a kit motor from China or Italy. All those are options and all are possible.

If you can narrow it down a little someone can probably help you. Sorry but I am serious about the from scratch it means different things to different people.

Ps welcome to the site I'm sure someone can give you what you need.

 

[bairdco]

i know a good website that has all your answers...

Bicycle Motor Forum - Motorized Bicycle, Engine Kits, Manuals, And Help

 

[azbill]

welcome
that story in 'Make' was written by a member (11 yrs old !!!)a really cool kid
http://motorbicycling.com/f3/make-m...-motorbicycling-com-12162.html?highlight=Make

 

[Finfan]

The "Board Racers and Vintage" page would probably have ideas on achieving the look you want. Of course the special effects are up to you.

We need a steam powered MB emoticon!

 

[turkman]

welcome to the site , looking forward to your ideas and builds , steampunk is cool!