Drivetrain Advice for Chinese CAG/ Pocket Bike Engine

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Hey guys,

I've tried unsuccessfully for two years to get my thatsdax friction drive working. Eventually, I discovered that the one-way bearing in the drive roller might have failed. Either that or the roller axle thing was not machined correctly and did not fit the one-way bearing. The result is that the drive roller constantly slips while I am riding and eventually provides no traction. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get in touch with Duane for a couple weeks. Hopefully everything is ok.

Anyway, I'm sick and tired of having a motorbike that barely works. Should I purchase a Staton friction drive kit or is there a better rear mount drive system for the CAG/ 49cc Chinese pocket bike motor? It doesn't matter if it is a chain or friction drive system. Would a Nuvinci hub be compatible?

Thanks again.

 

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The simplest solution is to have Duane send you another roller. Ya might want to choose one without the one way roller.

There are several systems available, such as GEBE.

 

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5-7,

I'd love to just get a new roller from Duane but I haven't been able to reach him for a couple weeks and I've called him a few times. I will call him back again tomorrow but I'm concerned about shipping times considering that he seems to be out of the office.

I'll let you know if I get in touch with him but if I can't, which kit would you recommend the most? I don't want to run into another major issue if possible.

Thanks

 

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Lol, I just had an epiphany!

Remove the roller and tack weld it on the sides. then reinstall and enjoy your ride!

Don't worry about losing the one-way feature. 98% of friction drive riders don't have that feature.