How can i build an electric generator from scratch?

ace_anth

I have a disused bike and i wanted to turn it into a electric generator. But how would I do this. I don't want to spend much money, that is why I would like to know how to build the generator from scratch. I know hoe the basic mechanics of a generator works. But this is not enough. I would like a tutorial with pictures and diagrams to help me, but i can't find any that are good enough.

plz help
thnx
xD
its a bicycle and i want to BUILD a electric generator to power from pedalling my bike (stationary)

Answer
A generator is just a permanent magnet rotating inside a coil of copper wire.


Google how to make a generator. I'm sure that you could find a website that will step you through the process.

But your local bicycle shop will sell you a factory made generator that will strap onto your bicycle. Buying one already made in a factory in China will probably cost just as much as you making one yourself from scratch.

Super pocket bike made legal in PA...can it be done if i get a good bike?

tsiege

If the bike has headlights, high beams and low beams and turn signals and a horn it should be able to be registered as a LSV low speed vehicle.

it can be registered for street use in many states. Most of our customers who have wanted to register these bikes for street use have been able to do so. You may need to add a license plate holder and/or rear-view mirrors, or other minor modifications. These items are inexpensive, can be found at most local scooter or motorcycle shops, and are easily attached via simple modifications.

All vehicle(s) come with a factory standard Certificate of Origin (Manufacturer Statement of Origin/MSO) which may be used for registration. We also include an official MSO for registration, with no extra charge for this service.


^^From what the site says ..the bigger super bike that i am getting, not to be confused with the smaller 50 cc models should be able to be street legal.

These are the rules in Florida...but i am in PA hopefully it is the same.

0. Have a motorcycle licence ( for a 110cc it is classified as a motorcycle)- you could try to say to say its 50cc then you dont need one but the certificate will probably say its 110cc.. You will not be required to bring the bike in to the DMV or ever do a riding test for anyone.
1. Headlights, taillights, sideview mirrors, signals, licence plate holder
2. Helmet- if you plan on not buying insurance ( you will defenetally not want to pay the price of the bike each month just on insurance r u nuts!!)
If you dont use helmet, you must have insurance. Cops can pull u over if you ride on streets where there will defenetally be cops, local neihborhood driving you can do without helmet with no cops near.)
3. Bring your factory standard Certificate of Origin (Manufacturer Statement of Origin/MSO) it is the important paperwork the bike comes with
4. Bring your ID
5. Bring $ it will cost $30.00 to put a Licence plate on it which includes the years stickers ( you will have to pay extra each year for new stickers)
6. Bring another $29.75 to get the bike registered
7, Bring some more money of 7% extra of the original purchase price. ( so if bike was bought for $500.00 you will have to pay extra $35.00 at the DMV.)

FOLLOWING THESE STEPS WILL GUARANTEE YOU TO LEGALLY RIDE ON ANY of the X series Mid Bikes( with minor modifications) on PUBLIC ROAD ( except highway)

so a total of about at least $100.00 of registration fees, not including your modification fees is all thats required to ride the bike legally.


BTW: it may sound like im answering my own question but im not about to drop 700 bucks on a super bike and not be able to ride it.

thanks.



Additional Details
these are the demensions. and specs


Drivetrain
Engine: 4 Stroke 110cc Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Fuel : 91+ Unleaded Gasoline (no oil mixing required)
Starter: Electric Key Start w/ Backup Kick Start (MANUAL)
Maximum Speed: up to 70+ mph
Ignition: CDI, Ultra High Discharge Coil
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual w/ Hand Clutch or Automatic
Maximum Power: 15.5 hp
Brakes: Hydraulic Cross-Drilled Disc Brakes
Exhaust: Factory Tuned Dual Exhaust w/ Twin Silencers

Dimensions
Length: 58"
Width: 25"
Height: 33"
Ground Clearance: 5.5"
Dry Weight: 140 lbs.
Weight Capacity: 325 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity: 2.25 Liters
Cruising Range: 50 miles per tank
Tires: Pneumatic Racing Semi-Slick Tires

Answer
Maybe.
In searching through Penndot's info, it looks like you might.
You will not spend $700, it will be more. You must at least change the tires.
It will be classed as a motorcycle. It must pass a motorcycle safety inspection. You must be insured and licensed to operate a motorcycle.
I'm sure the insurance will be an issue.


I still don't understand why people insist on running these toys on the street. You will do all that's needed to ride a motorcycle, pay extra to modify a new machine, and still not really have anything worth riding.
Why not buy a real motorcycle instead?
Easier. No extra mods. Repair support. Etc.

Dual exhaust on a single?

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Electric Bike?

Q. Hey I'm going to be moving a ways away from my kung fu school. So I will have to bike there but we are talking like 30 miles away at least. So my question is if anyone knows what that bike adapter kit is where it lets you switch between pedaling and driving?

Answer
there are allot of electric bikes and kits out there, but the problem is weight, performance, and distance per charge, remember, if you use those batteries for 10-20 Miles they are bone dry, and you have to pedal with an additional 80 pounds of weight, so you think, i ll add more batteries, but then you add more weight, then you need a bigger motor, so on and so forth, to have a more efficient setup you would need lighter batteries that last longer, lithium ion, or nickle metal hybrid, but they are very pricey, and you would need allot of them.

electric biking is not yet a transportation alternative, unless your going very short distance.

but if you wait, I'm currently working on a revolutionary concept for power assisted bicycles that will be available on the market for the summer of 2007 and will give you a 250 mile autonomy, and will only add 9.2lbs.

Building an electric bike hybrid?

Tom I

I am looking for some sources that would help me in my quest to build an electric bike hybrid. I know there a lots of kits out there that seem for the most part "bolt-up" but those are a bit expensive and i feel like i would enjoy more of a challenge from building from scratch. I have fair knowledge of electronics and i am mechanically inclined. I am assuming i would need the basics, motor, controller, battery. I do not quite understand the concept of having multiple shifters that i have seen with most of these kits and why the are needed for the motor to function, i thought it was a push button type thing haha. I am also just having a hard time finding these items separately sold. I have done a bit of research on multiple forums. It seems there is a vast variety of different options. I just really want something that i can take to the local park, maybe cruise on the sidewalk for a bit then hit into the trails with a bit of help. I am 6'4" 250 pounds so i am looking for,from what i have read, a 1000W motor or more? I do not currently have a bike to customize, i was looking to buy either a used one or a fairly cheap new one. Any information or links that you guys could help me out with will be much appreciated. Thank you!

Answer
a . you are not going to build it yourself
it's too much to say here, and ... well it just won;t happen

b. i don;t recommend electric bikes
they are either short range or slow or heavy or expensive

wle

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