Hey guys!
Been browsing your site for a few days now, and I figured I'd go ahead and register and make this site my new home.
A little bit about me. I have been building bicycles for a long time now, though I have never motorized one. I'm fairly crafty, but a recent move has left me without my old workshop...
I have a limited budget, as I am sure everyone does now a days. My dream car would be an pedal/electric velomobile. But like I said, I'm generally broke.
I have decided to motorize a bike because I have all these cool bikes and I rarely get to ride them. Most of my time is spent at work. So I decided to use my bike to commute to work, to pur it to use, but a 20 mile one way trip is very tiring.
So instead, I would like to motorize a bike, to make the travel a little more enjoyable, while still allowing me to kill the engine and utilize bike paths.
I figured for my first motorized bike, I'd better modify a stock bike. Keep it simple. So, here is my first question:
I have a Kulani Moon Dog Beach Cruiser and a Schwinn Stingray OCC Chopper:
Which would be easiest/best to motorize? Keep in mind I only have hand tools; no welder or grinder. What brand of motor is the best for the least amount of money? I've found many MANY different gas motors at varying prices, and I want to make an informed purchase.
Thank you in advance for all your help!
-Roy
Been browsing your site for a few days now, and I figured I'd go ahead and register and make this site my new home.
A little bit about me. I have been building bicycles for a long time now, though I have never motorized one. I'm fairly crafty, but a recent move has left me without my old workshop...
I have a limited budget, as I am sure everyone does now a days. My dream car would be an pedal/electric velomobile. But like I said, I'm generally broke.I have decided to motorize a bike because I have all these cool bikes and I rarely get to ride them. Most of my time is spent at work. So I decided to use my bike to commute to work, to pur it to use, but a 20 mile one way trip is very tiring.
So instead, I would like to motorize a bike, to make the travel a little more enjoyable, while still allowing me to kill the engine and utilize bike paths.
I figured for my first motorized bike, I'd better modify a stock bike. Keep it simple. So, here is my first question:
I have a Kulani Moon Dog Beach Cruiser and a Schwinn Stingray OCC Chopper:
Which would be easiest/best to motorize? Keep in mind I only have hand tools; no welder or grinder. What brand of motor is the best for the least amount of money? I've found many MANY different gas motors at varying prices, and I want to make an informed purchase.
Thank you in advance for all your help!
-Roy
