Old Schwinn 5-speed, first build!

[KeldarPolonius]

I've been wanting to build a motorized bike for a few years now, but I just got around to it. So much fun to build and even more fun to ride!

 

[Greg58]

Welcome to the forum, it looks like you've done a good job on your bike. I know we keep saying this over and over but keep an eye on the fenders, due to vibration sometimes the mounts break or the fenders themselves develop stress cracks. A couple of the more seasoned members here have had crashes from fender problems. Enjoy the ride!

 

[MotoMagz]

Nice ride and ditto on the fenders! Looks like you have the perfect setup for the SBP shift kit in the future. The seat is saweeeet!!!

 

[wheelbender6]

Welcome to the forum. I think an older beach cruiser like yours is the best way to go if you can find one in your area.

 

[KeldarPolonius]

Thanks guys! I read a lot on here about fender problems before and during my build. I replaced the thin metal mounting tabs with heavy duty corner braces and put mending braces on both sides of the fender at weak points (like where it mounts to the frame behind the crank. I also replaced the hardware with heavier stuff. Keeping an especially close eye on them, but after the first few rides, I think they'll hold up

 

[Skyhawk66]

So have a schwinn very similar to that, but for some reason I can't post a pic of it...