I've drawn up a basic design for a [hopefully] simple conversion. The idea is that instead of bothering with complicated gearing and sprockets, I will simply run the bike chain through the chain drive of a chainsaw. (removing that metal guide thing that gives the blade its shape) The saw would be bolted to the vertical support that the seat is mounted on, and a small gas tank would be strapped to the rear rack. Going to wire the saw's controls to the handlebars, so when a button is held down, the engine is put in gear, when I release it, it will disengage. This will allow me to keep the original brakes (ie: release button, THEN brake).
Please excuse the messy handwriting!
COmments, suggestions, and criticism welcome!
Please excuse the messy handwriting!
COmments, suggestions, and criticism welcome!