Well, I wanted to get folks thoughts on a potential build with the 173cc 5.5HP Predator motor on the Harbor Freight website. The only issue is that the motor is designed for a lawn mower and sits horizontal. I am thinking if it could be operated vertically with no issue; it would fit well on a bike for a powerful motorized bike build. In addition, the drive shaft would be on the right meaning you can connect it to the bike's pedal gear and utilize the bike's shifter and sprockets.
http://www.harborfreight.com/engine...ohv-vertical-shaft-gas-engine-carb-69731.html
There are many 212cc Predator builds, but my only issue with them is that it requires a special type of bike or you will have to cut the top center tube of the bike to fit the motor. In addition, the motor is very wide which makes it difficult to pedal as a normal bike.
I have a 2-stroke 66cc and it is great but looking to do a stronger build in the spring.
So what do you think? Can I use this motor vertically? I recall being able to operate my lawnmower motor vertically when needed to clear the grass build up. I can send Harbor Freight an email as well. We will also need to do a special mounting and change the tank (0.3G).
http://www.harborfreight.com/engine...ohv-vertical-shaft-gas-engine-carb-69731.html
There are many 212cc Predator builds, but my only issue with them is that it requires a special type of bike or you will have to cut the top center tube of the bike to fit the motor. In addition, the motor is very wide which makes it difficult to pedal as a normal bike.
I have a 2-stroke 66cc and it is great but looking to do a stronger build in the spring.
So what do you think? Can I use this motor vertically? I recall being able to operate my lawnmower motor vertically when needed to clear the grass build up. I can send Harbor Freight an email as well. We will also need to do a special mounting and change the tank (0.3G).
