Hi, again, mbatl
As for no welder...
I built 2 of these friction drive bikes with Ryobi engines and no welding at all. For details, please feel free to read my personal blog at:
http://steverg.blogspot.com/2008/07/motorized-bicycle-diy.html
And, if you have any specific questions, please feel free to ask and I'll be happy to tell you what I did.
I'm no expert but I'm happy to share what little I know.
I have oxy-acetylene and a MIG welder but I didn't see a need to use them on these projects.
For me, the tricky part is the drive roller and a clutch.
Good luck!
Steve G
Grants Pass, Oregon
As for no welder...
I built 2 of these friction drive bikes with Ryobi engines and no welding at all. For details, please feel free to read my personal blog at:
http://steverg.blogspot.com/2008/07/motorized-bicycle-diy.html
And, if you have any specific questions, please feel free to ask and I'll be happy to tell you what I did.
I'm no expert but I'm happy to share what little I know.
I have oxy-acetylene and a MIG welder but I didn't see a need to use them on these projects.
For me, the tricky part is the drive roller and a clutch.
Good luck!
Steve G
Grants Pass, Oregon