NewB in St. Louie

[Databob]

Hey,
I'm Bob. I'm in St. Louis and new to motored bicycling. I ride a motorcycle. I also *take* my bicycle to the park and ride it around, I just hadn't thought of connecting the two. Anyhow, I'm fairly good with tools, and I'm planning a build here soon. I've read up a bunch on the forums and decided to get a cheap Chinese engine off E-bay figuring I'll be able to keep it running.

Now I just gotta decide on what type of bike to mount it in.

I'm looking at a vintage Hercules 3 Speed, made in England, with 26 x 1 3/8 Tyres

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/727915808.html

Anyone have any thoughts as to if this is an appropriate bike to motorize?

Thanks - and thanks to anyone who has posted info/advice on the HT engines. It's already kept me from making a few mistakes, and firmly set me on the path to make others...

 

[stude13]

hi welcome; most bikes used have 2" tires because of the comfort and strength.

 

[Databob]

Thanks for the advice. Do you know any brands/names that generally look like that style, but have wider tires?

 

[stude13]

generally 1.75--2.00 are on cruisers and beach bikes. mitch