Pedal resistance

[Stellsbellz]

Hey guys I was curious for those who have 2 strokes and 4 strokes. As far as pedaling while the motors not running. Is there any resistance in the pedals. Or do the bikes pedal and feel as normal?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[Spare_Parts]

You will feel the drag from the extra chain and a big drag from the stock chain tensioner on a 2 stroke. I used a half link and ditched the tensioner on my last bike. It was much better.

 

[Stellsbellz]

You will feel the drag from the extra chain and a big drag from the stock chain tensioner on a 2 stroke. I used a half link and ditched the tensioner on my last bike. It was much better.

Oh that's good to know. You aren't to sure on a 4 stroke though?

 

[Timbone]

Four strokes mounted in the frame use centrifugal clutches. The bike is heavier but pedaling is the same more or less.

 

[Stellsbellz]

Four strokes mounted in the frame use centrifugal clutches. The bike is heavier but pedaling is the same more or less.

Awesome. I'm thinking maybe I will.take that route as my frame can accept either a 2 or 4 stroke.

Thanks

 

[Steve Best]

Awesome. I'm thinking maybe I will.take that route as my frame can accept either a 2 or 4 stroke.

Thanks

Actually the drag on the pedals is the same for 4 stroke or 2 stroke, all other things being equal.
You can pull and lock the clutch on the 2 stroke so there is no engine drag, just like the centrifugal clutch on the 4 stroke.
You will still feel the chain and tensioner drag on either.

On the other hand, the extra 10 pounds (approx) of a 4 stroke is another 10 pounds to get up a hill.

The tensioner will have very little drag if designed properly. Installed on the slack side with a slight bit of slack and minimum deflection angle with light (preferably 410 or BMX type) chain and well aligned will have only a slight friction. Spring loaded tensioners will have more drag and friction. Even better, remove the chain for a long ride without the motor. It only takes a screwdriver.

 

[Stellsbellz]

Actually the drag on the pedals is the same for 4 stroke or 2 stroke, all other things being equal.
You can pull and lock the clutch on the 2 stroke so there is no engine drag, just like the centrifugal clutch on the 4 stroke.
You will still feel the chain and tensioner drag on either.

On the other hand, the extra 10 pounds (approx) of a 4 stroke is another 10 pounds to get up a hill.

The tensioner will have very little drag if designed properly. Installed on the slack side with a slight bit of slack and minimum deflection angle with light (preferably 410 or BMX type chain) and well aligned will have only a slight friction. Spring loaded tensioners will have more drag and friction. Even better, remove the chain for a long ride without the motor. It only takes a screwdriver.

Perfect. Yeah I am thinking I can deal with it if I must. Thanks Steve.