So yeah my car's going to be in the shop for the next few months and I decided to build one of these again I immediately got sucked into your channel and I love it
I finally got my first kit because of you thankyou for the fun I've been missing out on as I'm disabled and carnt walk far this has opened up my world so much and I can see family more thankyou so much
to do a gas indicator: use a transparent hose connected from the botom of the outside of tank all the way to the top, so you can see where the level at
The fact that that guy hate the internet doesn't mean that everyone else thos there's actually people like la hover ma brother helping people by sharing he's knowledge we all have to support each other and not let no one bad comment change you keep doing the good work ma brother I'm doing tge same here let's goooooo ma guy I love the video ma love and respect to you and everyone in the world
I got the 3.5 liter gas tank off bike berry, after about 3 days of riding with it the left rear stud started leaking, anyways they replaced it and I still have the old one. Seeing as I already have to take some paint off and fix the stud, I figured welding some bungs to attach a transparent fuel line on the side of the tank so I can see the majority without opening the cap.
18:18 For a gas gauge just search for "DIY gas tank fuel sight gauge" they used to use them on old motorcycles ...You'd have to drill 2 holes in your gas tank, add fittings and a piece of clear gas line tubing.
18:16 For the fuel gauge, simple solution: drill two holes on the tank, one at the bottom, other at the top. Tap/weld/jbweld a 90 degree fitting and put a clear hose going from one to the other. You will see the fuel level on the hose. Many motorcycle guys do it like this, it looks awesome. Google images "motorcycle custom fuel gauge" and you see what I'm talking about. You could also buy a level sensor/gauge kit from aliexpress (it's like a metal rod with a float on it), but those run on 12v and that might be an issue.
I stripped the exhaust mounting holes out on my first bike and the original 6mm-1.0 pitch take a 1/4"-20 tap very well. I then used stainless quarter-twenty bolts for the exhaust until I replaced the top end down the road a ways.
I agree, but everytime I have to Pedal my motorized bicycle home I'm really happy that I'm not pushing it home. The Bayside is a great bike for a 2 stroke, but a little small for a 4-stroke. It looks like it's the same size as a Cranbrook but it's actually a little bit smaller.
The hole is smaller, but the bike is taller. I know this because I'm only 5' tall, and the Cranbrook doesn't hit me in the crotch when I'm getting on or off it, 😂
Hey Brother thanks for the mention! Plot Twist: Turns out my V stack is actually modded to accommodate the choke! I'll post a pic to the discord as I cant recall at this point if I did the mod myself back in the day, or if the maker figured this out themselves and started shipping them with this nice little countersunk hole in the backside that I've got on mine. Another fun upload- thanks for the garage time company!
So called, "high performance" parts especially pipes and carbs, work way better if you wait until your top end is broken in and the rings are good and seated. Plus, you can troubleshoot slot easier if you already know your base unit is operational, then add your modifications one at a time.
All you have to do with the coaster brake on the beach cruiser in some cases is bend it. Be careful not to loosen or turn it. You can loosen the bearings in the hub as I had to learn how to put that together the hard way years back but I trust the coaster brake more than I do calipers
11 : 35 . Nugget of life's question . I learned from AvE that you can stick fine copper wire in wallowed holes and wrap a little around the bolt that goes in the hole . My first bike snapped a rear 6mm mounting bolt in the case and I wallowed my tap making new threads after I got the old stud out . It worked real well and saved that engine . I bought thar bike pre assembled to learn about and every engine I bought after was a pk80 with 8mm hardware. I enjoy your channel very much . Hope you find this tip handy and not arrogant . I didn't invent it but it definitely works faster and easier than jb weld .
I really enjoy watching your videos you have very much so help me in a lot of ways to learn things about these motorized bikes I really enjoy this hobby I'm trying to figure out a way to send you footage of my bicycle anyway dude you're awesome keep rocking
About 10/11 years ago, I Built My first motorized bicycle.. A Pacific Coast Choppers Bike, That I Paid $40 on a buy & sell site locally.. Then ordered A Grubee Skyhawk 66/80cc Kit.. Built It Over The Winter and Needing Many Modifications For The 4 inch rear tire.. Wasn't Bad.. But, for A Brand New Builder.. I'd Wait to do A Chopper..lol. It Was $129.00 at the time..Complete Kit!... Well, It Turned Out to Be One of The BEST Kits I've Used.. I'm in The Process of Completely Upgrading That Engine with All High Performance Parts.. Everything.. New Bushings Nuts Bolts Everything.. I'm Running A Few Engines I Bought Raw.. And Just Ad My Own Parts.. Carb..Exhaust..Sprocket etc. They Are Not Too Bad.. Luck of The Draw With Those Engines I Guess.. But, That's Everything Really... And I Mount A Water Bottle Holder With The Largest Metal Flask & Put Extra Gas In That.. About A Third of A Tank..Maybe Half?.. Enough to Get You Home or to Somewhere To Get More Fuel in A Pinch.. It's Saved Me A couple times now though... on longer rides.. I Cruise Pavement Mostly.. Cool Video Man.. Lot's Of Honest & Great Advice... Keep On Motorin' Bro !!!
Steel frame bicycles feel much more solid as they do not convey the vibrations of the engine out to the seat and handlebars nearly as much as an aluminum frame does.
By the way man make some more of m-80s or whatever the hell type of pipe bombs you used to pop off I miss that I don't want you getting in any trouble. I do like all your advice. The best Build-A- I ever did stock motor broken in and then if my rim was still good I would it may help adapter in a 36 tooth sprocket expansion chamber or banana pipe make sure everything was correct. To be honest a lot of time don't even have to get a better carb if you're catching the power bands you know it's running right if it's for stroking on you it's not tuned right
My 2 stroke bike has over 2000 miles on it now, it’s running ok right now but it’s rattling a little more and it’s a bit harder to start. I heard these engines don’t last usually last more than 3000 miles so I’m already looking online for a replacement motor in case mine dies early. Would you recommend a yd100? I would not need a whole kit, just the engine which is sold by itself. Unlike my current kit I heard the yd100 has a two piece cylinder which is good. It also seems the yd100 is very well known and generally reliable. Would you recommend the yd100? (By the way I currently have a Motoos 66cc in case you were wondering).
just watched this video.bro in my opinion.all of ur advice is f n spot on. i live in mia i mostly ride close to home.but i i still carry a couple tools with me at all timesespecially around breakin .even i.overlooked tightening one of my nuts on a stud exhaust.i was excited and truth be told.i like a jackass.was actually missing a lock washer. one thing to remember out there guys is take ur time.constalanty check and teckeck use lock tight. Vibration are biggest enemy. That and user error. Other than that you're good to go. Have fun be safe out there
Question - why is engine braking bad? (In your opinion?) I find it substantially easier to stop by engine braking. I’ve seen people on RU-vid fighting both ways. Engine braking is bad, or engine braking is fine. Either way, I’ve been doing it, (not super liberally) for thousands of miles with no issues. I’ve got a two stroke dirt bike as well, and that’s just how you have to ride it when you’re riding enduro. I’m aware a motorized bike isn’t the same as a dirt bike, just wondering what you’re reasoning is for not engine braking. In my own opinion, it is perfectly fine to do. What is your reasoning? Thanks for the awesome vids 👍
I took a china doll lower and filled the stud holes with high heat jb weld and tapped new stud holes and fitted a yd100 cylinder and head to it but the counter balancers weren't truly able to truly keep up with the new piston so while possible it's not worth it, just get a yd100 motor and save yourself the time and headache
Thanks for the heads up, I often wondered about this. Good try though, and good info... I wonder if windowing the piston for a reed would remove enough metal to help the balance.
@@LAHover I tried it and it did make a bit of a difference but the vibration was still pretty rough on the motor and eventually cause catastrophic failure
@@LAHover Awesome thanks. Going to try that plug. Been using the original one. Do I need to add a washers so it doesn't hit the piston? I seen people say the plug hits the piston with b6hs.
I rebuilt my main bike twice, once to put on a reed, then putting on regular parts when removing the reed because it was just a pain, but I've never actually ever worn out a jug or piston, have you? and if you have how long did it last?
If it is, we will make a video out of it when it goes. But I think the sound you are hearing is related to just how the crappy gopro microphone picks up the pipe.
Without price in mind, are there any engine kits that are actually made well?? Would rather pay 2-3x the amount for an actual well made kit but haven't found any on my own research. Really enjoy your videos they have been making me want to build one.
I'm having trouble with my phone 80... I put a new jug and rings.. It started the engine and heard a rattle...I took the jug off and at the very bottom I found a crack at the very bottom lip of the jug on the intake and exhaust side... I put another jug and new rings again and it locks up.... could there be something inside the bottom end of the engine...???? I might ad well buy a new pk 80 but I'm curious about this engine
I am having a issue of a leak through the head it self I mean the metal on the top I have a pk80 it is a quality engine it sounds great when running but oil is pooling on top of the head what can I do to fix this?
The BT100 and the first evolution BT80 electric start' have the big O ring exhaust port,, The regular BT80 No electric start has a standard port. Hit me up if you need more info on the BT model engines I've been running them for years solid motors but are a bit different to set up carb wise. As to brakes,, pads or disc wear out just as fast if your hard on them so the only advantage to discs they tend to work when wet better
So I threw a walbro carb from a old kt100 I had layin around on my yd100 best decision I ever made I bought a pwk 21 carb and boutta throw it away but you get what you pay for
I clear-coated my bike.Now I can't find it...I jest,of course.Thnx for the answer though.I've been really trying to decide a Blue to work with the silver.I'll go look at that again.I was pretty close on Electric Blue,and I think you hit it.Thnx."Karen's tears and blue"LMAO...
I bought my first motorized bike off of market place for 50 dollars the guy could not get it to run. I replaced the fuel filter and it fired right up. I built 3 other after that.
As long as you don't start playing the the exhaust they are silent enough to not bug anyone unless you are going up and down the same street over and over. They make less noise than a lawnmower.
im building one of these tomorrow and I'm so exited, considering i live in a hilly city would the 44 tooth sprocket be fine or should i look for something with more teeth?
Ride the 44T and see how it does. Wait until after your first 2-4 tanks before you make up your mind because the motors gain more power as they break-in.
@@LAHover 🙃 got the 44 spoke on an 80cc(66) seagull motor. Driving well just needs a few tweaks and to be running a little leaner to get it where it’s happy.
curious. what about mbs in particular attracted you, over cycles, scooters and proper mopeds. my 2 scoots and dual sport e scoot prevent me from investing into another money pit like a MB
All good man, stick with what you love :) ... For me there is just something fun about slapping a $120 motor kit on a cheap bike and seeing how far you can go :)
I have a question I have experience in these motors but I want to see what you think before I take it apart I heard a metal on metal sound I was running fine then it would grab as far as clutch goes and then it with split seems to me a Woodruff key or something broke what do you think just to give me a place to start.
Sorry I missed this one. There are so many things that can make noise on these (to many for a comment) but I would start by checking the squish gap. Make sure the piston in not hitting the head.
@@LAHover ty bro i have solved it..put a new one on and keeping the old for parts..i have 3 or 4 scrap ones .i play musical chairs with..my new sky halk is awsome .like all ur videos..ty for getting back to me
Builds are often more reliable if the use of a tensioner can be avoided. This build does not required one, nor do I normally ride it through mud where it would cause an issue. A dedicated trail bike can benefit from the use of one.
I'm having issues making up my mind on rear sprockets....40 tooth or 36.....i want a higher top end but don't want to lose out on the bottom end......ideas???
Hard to say because it's a bit different for everyone. You you deal with hills and/or take allot of short trips through town I say the 40. But if you take longer rides on side roads the 36 is great.
Dude I wish I wasn't so overwhelmed, I have had a bike kit and a bicycle in my garage for a year or two and when I was trying to mess with the wheels of the bike I messed up the bearings in the bike and stopped from there cause I was overwhelmed Dx
I know the feeling. If you see a junk bike on the side of the road grab it, you may be able to use the bearings. Otherwise I might be able to link a replacement wheel set for you if you know what frame you have and the wheel size.
Have you ever taken a passenger on a motorized bike? I have a custom 2up seat and cant for the life of me find any 2up motorized bike people like myself
Hey LA Hover, I've a question, how do you limit vibration on these 2 strokes, I've been having fun on my Cranbrook, but on longer rides, it's pretty painful. Any tips?
Sometimes yes, the cranks are not balanced well, but it can also be caused by a poorly mounted motor. If remounted the motor does not help, you can get a smaller rear sprocket to help reduce vibration at cruising speeds.
I have not, I try to ride in places where people don't care. When in town I only ride the same street as many times as I need to. If I may ask, how old are you and what state do you live in? Also did you have a modified exhaust?
