tallpaul0579
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Hello Everyone,
My name is Paul and I have been lurking around this site for some time now taking in the information and figuring out whether or not I want to take the plunge. I posted some questions in the Introduction section of the site, but figured I might make more headway in the General discussion area. I think I am already addicted to building one of these bikes and I haven't even ordered a kit yet! I love tinkering so this seems right up my alley. After extensive research I have decided on a friction drive kit for my first build. I would love to get your opinions on my selection so far and let me know if I have missed something important. I am a rather large guy @ 6'7" and 240 lbs and the bike I am going to be using is my Gary Fisher Wahoo Mountain bike (I'll be purchasing a smoother rear tire)...it has an XL frame
1) BMP friction kit with 1.25 roller - I was looking at Staton, but the BMP kit is a little cheaper even with ordering the cables, throttle, and kill switch and seems to be of good quality. Anyone who owns this kit with the same roller, please chime in and let me know what you think of this choice
2) Motor - I keep going back and forth on this (still considering HF auger motor) but I saw the monsterscooterparts 49/52 cc engine with clutch for $119. This seems like a steal but IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFO on this motor let me know. I have read a few good reviews on this motor, but any additional info would be appreciated. I wouldn't mind getting the harbor freight water pump motor, but I don't want to wait 4-6 weeks for the clutch assembly.
3) What kind of speed can I expect out of this setup and do you guys think this is a good start? I have a few hills around here, but for the most part it is flat.
It looks like I will be spending in the neighborhood of $300 when it is all said and done. Also, will I need anything else that I haven't mentioned in order to have a complete kit? Thanks in advance guys, I am really enjoying the site!!!!!!!!! - Paul
My name is Paul and I have been lurking around this site for some time now taking in the information and figuring out whether or not I want to take the plunge. I posted some questions in the Introduction section of the site, but figured I might make more headway in the General discussion area. I think I am already addicted to building one of these bikes and I haven't even ordered a kit yet! I love tinkering so this seems right up my alley. After extensive research I have decided on a friction drive kit for my first build. I would love to get your opinions on my selection so far and let me know if I have missed something important. I am a rather large guy @ 6'7" and 240 lbs and the bike I am going to be using is my Gary Fisher Wahoo Mountain bike (I'll be purchasing a smoother rear tire)...it has an XL frame
1) BMP friction kit with 1.25 roller - I was looking at Staton, but the BMP kit is a little cheaper even with ordering the cables, throttle, and kill switch and seems to be of good quality. Anyone who owns this kit with the same roller, please chime in and let me know what you think of this choice
2) Motor - I keep going back and forth on this (still considering HF auger motor) but I saw the monsterscooterparts 49/52 cc engine with clutch for $119. This seems like a steal but IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFO on this motor let me know. I have read a few good reviews on this motor, but any additional info would be appreciated. I wouldn't mind getting the harbor freight water pump motor, but I don't want to wait 4-6 weeks for the clutch assembly.
3) What kind of speed can I expect out of this setup and do you guys think this is a good start? I have a few hills around here, but for the most part it is flat.
It looks like I will be spending in the neighborhood of $300 when it is all said and done. Also, will I need anything else that I haven't mentioned in order to have a complete kit? Thanks in advance guys, I am really enjoying the site!!!!!!!!! - Paul