As I posted over in the intro section
http://www.motoredbikes.com//showthread.php?t=36944 I'm considering a CVT build like this one as a first build. I am experienced mechanically just not motorized bicycles. I have a Dahon Mariner, at least 10 years old. Looking for 25-26 mph top speed and decent hill-climbing capability for a 175 lb rider. Keeping the fold-up feature is a big plus, as I will continue to haul the bike in a minivan on trips. Reliability is also important, as I will not have shop facilities when travelling.
I'm considering either this CVT version or a Stanton outside drive kit.
I have spent a lot of time and effort studying TREEWK's build and other info, but if I go this way I would appreciate other eyes on this. I will check on the availability of the rear motor mount at Bicycle-Engines.com but may build my own. I would remove the deraileur and shifter and go with a single pedal speed and replace the chain.
49cc X1 X2 Ninja Pocket Bike CVT Transmission Gearbox TM03 eBay $49.95
shipping eBay $0.00
11T 8MM T8F 05T Steel Sprocket thatsdax $7.99
T8F 8MM 05T CHAIN 100 LINKS 62 IN/160CM LENGTH thatsdax $16.99
THROTTLE GRIP, KILL SWITCH, AND 59 INCH THROTTLE CABLE COMPLETE thatsdax $16.99
shipping thatsdax $9.00
8mm Chain Sprocket - 54 Tooth, 2-9/16" Mounting Hole Circle (x4 holes) Monster Scooter Parts $14.99
Rear Freewheel Assembly Monster Scooter Parts $12.99
shipping Monster Scooter Parts $9.10
Pyramid Bb Cup Set, 1.37x24, Eng BikePartsUSA $5.23
Pyramid 22 tooth freewheel, 1/2 x 1/8in. BikePartsUSA $12.16
Park Tool Fr-1 Freewheel Remover Fits Shimano Uni BikePartsUSA $8.80
Kmc Quality Chain 1/2x1/8 Nickel/black 112l BikePartsUSA $8.38
Kmc 1/2x1/8, 41oh, Chrome Chain Link BikePartsUSA $2.08
shipping BikePartsUSA $6.95
Honda 1.6hp GX35 OHC Mini 4 Stroke Clutch-Drive Small Engine Warehouse $225.00
shipping Small Engine Warehouse $15.95
rear engine mount ? $50.00
total $472.55
I would appreciate any omissions, corrections, thoughts.
D i c k