Hello everyone. I am building my first motorized bike and doing so very slowly and cautiously. I acquired the engine kit a few weeks ago and then a little over a week ago picked up a 95% new Schwinn Jaguar. So far all I have managed to do is mount the rear sprocket. Now I'm reading everything I can about mounting the engine to try and avoid any of the pitfalls later.Right now I'm glad to be a part of this forum and the valuable info and advice it contains.
Nrwbie
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Welcome to the forum. You'll find lots of willing help here so never fear asking questions.
The Jaguar falls into the cruiser catagory and makes a great motorized bicycle; I have two of them. The front engine mount can present some challenge over the simpler 'V' frame style bikes but nothing that can't be taken care of with a little fabrication and imagination. Here's a link to a thread that deals with the subject. > http://motorbicycling.com/f6/oversized-tubing-solved-6427.html In addition the Jaguar ride can be improved dramatically by using a lay-back seat post. The jag is a little short in the crotch and moving the saddle rearward really helps. Good luck. Keep us posted on your build.
The Jaguar falls into the cruiser catagory and makes a great motorized bicycle; I have two of them. The front engine mount can present some challenge over the simpler 'V' frame style bikes but nothing that can't be taken care of with a little fabrication and imagination. Here's a link to a thread that deals with the subject. > http://motorbicycling.com/f6/oversized-tubing-solved-6427.html In addition the Jaguar ride can be improved dramatically by using a lay-back seat post. The jag is a little short in the crotch and moving the saddle rearward really helps. Good luck. Keep us posted on your build.
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wheelbender6
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Welcome to the forum. Took me all weekend to get my rear sprocket mounted to my satisfaction. Take your time with the build. It will pay off.