Parts for in-frame gas tank build?

[dparenti13]

Looking to buy an in-frame gas tank frame like this. I don't really know what other parts I need to make a complete bike. I'm looking for front suspension, possibly mag wheels (unless heavy duty spoked wheels are cheaper?), I don't need more than one gear, but I don't know what crank or other parts to get. Also will 160mm disc brakes be enough for speeds around 40? I'm really a noob when it comes to building bikes. My old frame was a road bike, with 1.25 in wide tires, and rim brakes. Looking for a more beefy build this time. Thanks in advance.

 

[JerboaJohn]

160 is the smallest disc. better next size up for front (or bigger.) when you need brakes, you NEED brakes lol

 

[dparenti13]

160 is the smallest disc. better next size up for front (or bigger.) when you need brakes, you NEED brakes lol

Yeah, I think I'm gonna get 180 or 200 mm if they sell those. I just don't know where to find good parts for the bike and what I need. Are mag wheels worth it?

 

[JerboaJohn]

yeah 180 was whst I was thinking. 203 is like the biggest normal one. peeps are saying stay away from mags tho unless need that look

 

[dparenti13]

I'm looking for 26" wheels with disc brake hubs and that are strong enough to handle high speeds, I can't seem to find any that aren't super expensive though, are 12 gauge spokes unnecessary?

 

[JerboaJohn]

it was a big search for my rims,, universal cycle has a lot of stuff and it's cheaper to build wheels, not hard. Sun rims are affordable, Def better than box store bikes come with. 35-75 each, spokes are $1 each. I bought made wheels first, 110 for a pair and I tore them up in 500 miles. 14g spokes 2 cross.
budget build probly easiest to get wheels from like mbrebel.com 60-75 each. she makes 12g wheels. not sure if they're disc

 

[JerboaJohn]

mtb rims are light and strong,, hope this helps n good luck with your project!