How do I turn a Lawnmower engine and a 10 speed bike into a motor-bike?
justjoe1980 asked:
A while back I saw a guy who had actually done this;he was fueling up at a gas station.I imagine it’s much the same as making a motorized go-cart but I don’t know how to do that either.If you know of a starter site that would be awesome.Thanks!Joe
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A while back I saw a guy who had actually done this;he was fueling up at a gas station.I imagine it’s much the same as making a motorized go-cart but I don’t know how to do that either.If you know of a starter site that would be awesome.Thanks!Joe
September 25th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Lawn mower may be too big…
I would go for a weed whacker motor.
You need some type of centrafugal clutch and a chain sprocket on the motor.
Also some means of welding. Chris R
September 26th, 2009 at 6:51 pm
A lawn mower engine will give that bike a lot of power! A weed wacker engine will be ok but a small 3.5 hp lawnmower engine would be awesome. Hell even a 5 would be kicken. annamichele9
September 28th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
A regular lawnmower engine is going to be bulky as mention above, you may want to consider a Weedeater and you can buy a new weedeater for $80 and rob the new engine.
I remember when there were these Mini-Bikes, sort of a small motorcycle for kids and it used a Horizontal lawnmower engine. Many people would build their own with the help of a person with a welder.
I found some links, but, not great. I think looking at pictures and such will help give you ideas.
I want to make an electric using a small starter motor, but, I looking at Battery Bulk. I can try a Riding Lawnmower Battery, but, I not sure how long it go before needing a recharge.
I hope the answer above has some good links for you. Good luck and enjoy your project. snagelfritz
September 29th, 2009 at 12:21 am
do some research before you build. the site below will show many different vehicles and motorized bicycles. enjoy. keyway51