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DANIEL
I have my bicycle (Mongoose Tactic) http://www.amazon.com/Mongoose-R4732KM-Tactic-26-Inch-Bike/dp/B008I18WEE
I'm planning to buy motorized kit for my bicycle. My concern is I don't know what size of motor such as 50cc, 70cc or etc. to fit my bicycle. How can I setup motor kit in my bicycle? Thanks!
Answer
This bike isn't going to have room for the engine in the frame. They usually use 'beach cruisers' with a big opening in the frame.
There are many kits out there, but they fall into a few categories. One is 2-stroke vs 4-stroke. 4-stroke is a little heavier but quieter, better fuel economy, longer-lasting. 50 vs 70cc is not really important, you would hardly know the difference. Some states restrict the power you can have on a motorized bicycle--in California it's 2hp. But lots of them are stronger, I think people just lie on the forms.
There are electric kits too! How much power, and range seem to depend mostly on how much money you can spend and how much weight you want to carry in batteries.
Some of these kits hang off the handlebars in front and power the front wheel through an idler roller. That might work on your bike.
This bike isn't going to have room for the engine in the frame. They usually use 'beach cruisers' with a big opening in the frame.
There are many kits out there, but they fall into a few categories. One is 2-stroke vs 4-stroke. 4-stroke is a little heavier but quieter, better fuel economy, longer-lasting. 50 vs 70cc is not really important, you would hardly know the difference. Some states restrict the power you can have on a motorized bicycle--in California it's 2hp. But lots of them are stronger, I think people just lie on the forms.
There are electric kits too! How much power, and range seem to depend mostly on how much money you can spend and how much weight you want to carry in batteries.
Some of these kits hang off the handlebars in front and power the front wheel through an idler roller. That might work on your bike.
how much does it cost to maintain a motorized bicycle?
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i'm trying to buy the cheapest commute transportation possible to maintain for a year. i have about 2000 dollars to buy with. speed isn't a big factor (15 to 40 mph is fine) so i'm considering buying a bicycle and putting a motor on it (either gas or electric). i figured something small would be cheaper to buy/ maintain/repair but i dont know. if you have advice that doesn't directly answer my question- that would still be welcome.
thankyou.
Answer
It depends on your state. MOST states allow a bicyce to have an ELECTRIC motor with a maximum power of 750watts, if the motor stops propelling the bike at 20mph, above that then its legs or gravity. This is a federal law called HR 727 and was passed Nov 2002. States can opt out, but most don't. This is not for gas powered bikes, just electric!
The "Ebike" must have pedals that work and can have 2 or 3 wheels and weigh less than 100 lbs. Then they (legal low powered electric assist bicycles) are allowed most places bicyles are legal and illegal where they are not allowed.
There are age, helmet and other limitations, so check with your state. However, you do not need insurance or state vehicle registration- you are a bicycle.
All that being said, a recumbent bicycle with electric assist and a fairing will really be comfy, really be fast, and will cost about $2k including a nice electric assist with a range of about 30 miles. for about $1k you can do ok but the comort, speed and range will be greatly decreased.
If you need speeds above 25mph and more than a 35 mile range, consider a gas based bike. Most ebike dealers offer phone support (thats me for one) most gas dealers want you to bring the motor to a dealer.
You will need to maintian it like a regular bike, and have to swap batteries about every three years, depending on use.
We build, ship, sell and advise folks like you every day, and hope we can be of help.
Good brands of Ebike Kits- Cylone -usa,.
www.cyclone-usa.com
Bionx;
www.birdrv.com/electricbike.php
Crystalyte:
www.poweridestore.com/
It depends on your state. MOST states allow a bicyce to have an ELECTRIC motor with a maximum power of 750watts, if the motor stops propelling the bike at 20mph, above that then its legs or gravity. This is a federal law called HR 727 and was passed Nov 2002. States can opt out, but most don't. This is not for gas powered bikes, just electric!
The "Ebike" must have pedals that work and can have 2 or 3 wheels and weigh less than 100 lbs. Then they (legal low powered electric assist bicycles) are allowed most places bicyles are legal and illegal where they are not allowed.
There are age, helmet and other limitations, so check with your state. However, you do not need insurance or state vehicle registration- you are a bicycle.
All that being said, a recumbent bicycle with electric assist and a fairing will really be comfy, really be fast, and will cost about $2k including a nice electric assist with a range of about 30 miles. for about $1k you can do ok but the comort, speed and range will be greatly decreased.
If you need speeds above 25mph and more than a 35 mile range, consider a gas based bike. Most ebike dealers offer phone support (thats me for one) most gas dealers want you to bring the motor to a dealer.
You will need to maintian it like a regular bike, and have to swap batteries about every three years, depending on use.
We build, ship, sell and advise folks like you every day, and hope we can be of help.
Good brands of Ebike Kits- Cylone -usa,.
www.cyclone-usa.com
Bionx;
www.birdrv.com/electricbike.php
Crystalyte:
www.poweridestore.com/
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