Motorized bicycle

[Longshot270]

Tried to pull the broken sprocket with their tool they sent me. Instead the tool got stripped out.

 

[Sunset_Z28]

Damn I was hoping to hear better results. Sounded like something cool to **** with.

 

[Longshot270]

Well did some more looking into it. Apparently the stock front sprocket has a tendency to break. Replacements are only $10. I also found that the chains they come with are typical Chinese quality and should be replaced asap with #41 roller chain. It sounds like this is a beefier version of the 415 chain it came with. I'm also reading that standard bike chain will also work if you have the thinner front sprocket. I might try using the smaller chain first for improved power delivery.

 

[Zembonez]

Still pretty cool though. Too bad about the breakage.

 

[Longshot270]

Still pretty cool though. Too bad about the breakage.

Yeah, it means I have to drive another 50 miles (at $3.75/gal) before it is paid for.

 

[Zembonez]

How fast is it like you have it set up?

 

[Zembonez]

That's a pretty complete kit. It even looks pretty good.

 

[Longshot270]

How fast is it like you have it set up?

I've only put about three miles on it. Not supposed to go over 15 mph but I was able to get it to 20 for a very short time before backing off. It is supposed to go around 30-35. I've got the medium 44 tooth sprocket on the back. I can get different sizes as low as mid 33 and as high as 55 teeth. Tons of variability for modification.

That's a pretty complete kit. It even looks pretty good.

Thanks, I'll keep tinkering on it. right now I need a bar to keep my knee from scraping the gas tank and my thigh from touching the engine.

 

[Nick The Great]

Hopefully you get this straightened out

 

[OldCracker29]

I saw one the other day. The guy actually made a side car for his bicycle. It was pretty cool.