End product something like this ... hopefully;
End product something like this ... hopefully;
Motorised Bicycles
End product something like this ... hopefully;
That it is, though you wouldn't want to go too fast since bicycles with motors are only legal if the output is equal or less than 200w. Pretty much all petrol engines above 30cc go way over that, which is the fun part.Timon wrote:looks like a good cheap way to get around heh, i have seen the kits on ebay, that is the most i know about them, sorry!
Maybe if I find a cheap BMX bicycle with a large enough frame to fit an engine, could totally coast down drains on it. Though maybe an electric engine would be better, except the battery itself costs upward of half a grand.
Preferably, I'd buy a better bicycle, but I just don't have the money. Though I do think I'll get a Repco Torrent, still from Big W, still made in China, but has a slightly more suited frame.hawkeye5086 wrote:Dude don't skimp on bike costs it is the foundation of what you are trying to build. You obviously don't need a beast of a bike but you know what I am trying to get at. Also go electric, that would be awesome, it would also be a good challenge to see how much power and/or efficiency you can eek out of it.
As for electric engines, the battery itself costs $900.
Still, I don't plan to commute on the bicycle, it's more of a fun project, so the quality of the bicycle itself as much of a variable as it would be. As long as it doesn't fall apart suddenly, it's alright. Pretty much as long as the frame is good. Most of the other parts will be replaced.
Haha, trying to find a part time job (as always).hawkeye5086 wrote:Get a job son or go on the dole whichever is easier
Check ebay for some uaed electric bikes , therws sone nice and cheap ines that pop up from time to time. tooootal stealth
That would certainly be a good anecdote. I reckon take a couple of those down to Eternity.
Cost about $1k to convert, but well worth it. I barely use my car or motorbike these days.
Does about 35-40kph top speed, pulls strong up steep hills, range is about 40-50kms with some light peddling, & it's silent! Nothing beats the look on their faces when I overtake guys in tights riding $5000 Italian Racing bikes on my BMX. And you can ride on beach sand due to being 2 wheel drive (front hub is powered)
I got mine from these guys http://www.sydneyelectricbikes.com.au but you can pick them up cheap off Fleabay & Scumtree etc.
I will post up a pic of my bike when I get home later.
Disclaimer: I have no association with the above bike shop other than being a happy customer.