19 teens Excelsior tribute bike build
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Sidewinder Jerry
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Are you going to use any kind of a CVT?
No. Cent. clutch with a jack shaft thru the bottom bracket. I rebuilt this 72 B&S 5hp engine but am looking for a reasonably priced IC 5hp to build for this bike. I removed the Gov. on this motor so I can use a Mikuni 22mm carb. Should move along nicely at around 40mph. Once I get the IC engine built I can most likely hit 60-70mph. I went whole hog and spent the money for Gemini racing rims to ensure I don't melt the hubs. I will be installing one hydraulic brake on the rear and two on the front with a possible foot operated emergency brake for the rear. Not sure about that yet. Winter in ND is more for planning and buying materials than building.
Sidewinder Jerry
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What I've been suggesting lately is a CVT to a jackshaft to the rear wheel. This allows you to run a smaller sprocket on the rear wheel. It also gives you hill climbing torque without sacrificing level ground top speed.
Sidewinder Jerry
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Looks like you have two threads on the same thing. One of our moderators will be combining them into one thread for you soon.
GW's Motorized
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Nice! What seat did you use? What frame is it?
EnderbyRider
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That looks wicked!
I have combined both threads together since they are one in the same topics from the same OP...DAMIEN
NightEmber444
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You're giving me inspiration for the future 1916 Flying Merkel I want to build!
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