In Russia, the Alpha moped is one of the most popular models. It is chosen for its successful balance of relatively low cost, reliability and decent driving performance. Such a moped consumes little fuel and is light in weight - it is not difficult to drive both on city roads and when moving around the countryside. Another important advantage of this vehicle is the availability of its tuning. With the help of simple changes in the design, you can improve the performance characteristics of the moped and make its appearance more original. This is what we will talk about today.
DIY moped from a chainsaw
Moped from a chainsaw - made by a craftsman with his own hands: photo and description.
In the last article we already looked at the step-by-step production of a moped from a Druzhba chainsaw, this time we’ll take a look at another homemade product - this is a mini moped from a Stihl-MS180 chainsaw. So, to build a homemade product you needed the following materials:
- Chainsaw.
- Square pipe.
- Wheels from a walk-behind tractor.
- Handlebar, fork, chain and sprocket from a bicycle.
The mini bike assembly process is shown in the photo. Trying on all the details.
Making a frame from a profile pipe.
Finalization of the leading star.
Video testing a homemade moped.
Mini bike after painting.
The result is such a simple and compact mini moped, all that remains is to install the fuel tank, a protective cover for the chain and make the brakes. The moped can easily carry an adult weighing 90 kg and accelerates to a speed of 30 km/h.
Do-it-yourself tricycle: 25 photos on how to make a homemade product
Homemade tricycle “Jupiter”: step-by-step assembly of a three-wheeled vehicle with a photo and description of the homemade product.
The owner of this original tricycle made it from a sidecar from an IZH Jupiter motorcycle and an engine from a moped, the design is quite interesting, I suggest you look at all the photos of the step-by-step construction of the tricycle.
The engine, rear wheel and part of the frame are taken from an old scooter.
The engine with the drive wheel will be installed behind the stroller.
Now assembling the front suspension.
The steering knuckles of the front wheels will be made from a cardan from Kamaz.
The steering knuckle is made from a cardan.
The front suspension of the tricycle emerges.
Installing scooter steering.
This video shows how a tricycle's suspension works.
In the photo, the finished result of the craftsman’s work is a homemade original tricycle “Jupiter” made with his own hands.
The result was a very original tricycle from a moped engine and a motorcycle sidecar.
(1 ratings, average: 3.00 out of 5)
How to make a homemade moped from a bicycle?
7 minutes Author: Sergey Morskoy 274
A moped, like a bicycle, is a very convenient vehicle. Moreover, it drives faster than its older brother, thanks to its built-in drive. The ability to move quickly without much effort – isn’t this the dream of every cyclist? It’s quite possible to bring it to life - equip your bike with a gasoline engine or an electric motor.
An assembled moped from a bicycle is a fairly common occurrence in rural areas or regional towns. It is there that they like to put innovative ideas into practice, in particular, to make nimble and economical transport out of an ordinary old bike. Have you noticed a similar interest in yourself? Then it's time to get down to business!
Why do you need tuning an Alpha moped?
The Alpha moped is great for tuning. Unlike Chinese models, the parts for it are quite inexpensive, and the simple design allows you to improve not only the engine, but also external elements. It is necessary to distinguish tuning from styling - the latter implies only decorative changes without interfering with functional indicators. Many owners of Alpha mopeds get great pleasure from improving their two-wheeled “iron horse”, and this activity becomes their hobby. Some people purchase this vehicle specifically for tuning, trying to get the best results for little money.
Option 1: how to quickly assemble a moped with a gasoline engine
Before you start creating a new moped from a bicycle, you need:
- bike;
- gasoline engine and gas tank;
- battery;
- pulleys or gears;
- transmission belt or chain;
- drive cable;
- fastening clamps.
Recommended power – 2 l. s., and the engine volume should not exceed 50 cubic meters. see. A weaker engine will not allow you to move the bike; you will have to pedal for a while. An engine of sufficient power can be taken from an old moped. Other options are with a chainsaw or lawn mower.
The working unit of the engine, gas tank and battery are securely fastened to the frame using fastening clamps. Convenient location:
- on the top pipe there is a battery;
- the junction of the lower front and seat tubes is the engine;
- Next to the engine is a gasoline tank.
At the next stage, you need to make pulleys - special transmission units through which the engine force will be transmitted to the rear wheel. The source material for the pulleys can be small wheels with external barriers, the size of a CD. Mandatory conditions are the strength of the material and reliable fastening.
Do-it-yourself installation of pulleys on a bicycle:
- The front gear wheel is attached to the motor shaft.
- A second pulley is attached to the hub of the rear wheel of the bicycle.
- A belt is placed on the pulleys. The tension force is approximately the same as that of a chain. The belt must hold firmly to the wheels; this determines how accurately the engine will transmit force to the wheel.
If a chain drive is used instead of a belt drive, then gears are installed on the motor and wheel instead of pulleys.
So, the transmission is ready, now let's move on to connecting the engine:
- The working motor housing is connected to the battery.
- Assemble the “ignition” mechanism: a regular brake lever is attached to the steering wheel, then it is connected to the engine body through a cable.
- Set the tension so that the engine starts freely through the handle.
Option 2: assembling a moped with a gas engine
This is an advanced method, and the result is more reminiscent of a real moped. To make it, we need:
- gasoline engine;
- moped parts: wheels, shock absorbers, exhaust pipe, brakes;
- proven bike frame;
- tools.
Since here we are going to get a real moped, the frame must have increased strength and weight. Also, mopeds have a slightly different frame design, which may require some modifications.
Wheels from a moped are put on the frame. It will be necessary to change the fork design, since the width of the wheels will be wider than the distance between the dropouts. If possible, install shock absorbers on the fork.
Carefully overhaul the moped power unit and replace all faulty parts. The propulsion system will require a separate space; for this, a welded metal platform at the bottom of the frame would be a good option. The engine and fuel tank are secured to the site using metal fasteners. It is better to place the battery closer to the steering wheel. An exhaust pipe is connected to the bottom of the engine. The pipe must be firmly secured to the frame so that it does not dangle while driving.
Transmission. Next, you will need to make the engine torque transmission system:
- Remove the pedals and chainring from the bicycle frame.
- Install sprockets on the rear wheel of the moped and the engine shaft. A star on a wheel with a larger diameter.
- Place the rear wheel on the frame.
- Connect the stars using a chain.
Motor connection. The clutch and throttle valve are connected to the ignition lever via drive cables. The tension is selected so that the engine can immediately start and start spinning the wheel.
Electric skateboard motor
Choosing an engine for an electric skateboard is a very important matter. By the way, he may not be alone. It is this element that will “drive” the skateboard. The device must have sufficient power and torque. Oversized electric motors from radio-controlled models fit these requirements. The main thing is that the speed controller can withstand increased loads and be able to connect directly to the power unit. An adequate controller is a guarantee of comfort and safety.
How to make an electric bike
If you don’t want to bother with a gasoline engine, there is another option - install an electric motor. It can be purchased or installed from another device. The first option for creating electric mopeds is preferable, since the engines already provide the necessary power.
Options for installing an electric drive on a bicycle are a wheel motor and a separate engine on a chain or belt drive.
The wheel motor differs from the usual one by the presence of a drive mechanism in the central part. It is connected to the control unit using wires. A significant advantage is the ability to make the bike front-wheel drive without making changes to the classic transmission. And if you wish, you can even install two motor wheels. Installation is quite simple, provided that the bike itself allows it. However, it’s a stretch to classify a bike with such wheels as a moped.
An electric moped, that is, an analogue of the one discussed above, is a completely different matter. Of course, an exhaust pipe will not be needed here - this is a plus both in terms of reliability and overall weight.
Assembling an engine from scratch at home will be problematic, so let’s look at how to install a ready-made shaft motor.
- Install a new sprocket and belt pulley onto the carriage axle.
- A shaft with a drive pulley is attached to the seat tube.
- The pulleys are connected by a belt.
- The shaft is connected to a power source through wires.
- Route the wires from the battery to the switch on the steering wheel.
The location of the battery is on the lower front tube of the frame or trunk. Electric motor operation diagram:
- When the electric motor is turned on, the rotating roller engages the rear tire tire, pushing it.
- The pulleys and front sprocket transmit torque to the transmission.
- Changing gear causes a change in torque output. At the same time, the rotation speed of the roller remains constant.
DIY electric bicycle:
Additionally, you can connect a second shaft to the front wheel by connecting it to the driven pulley of the main drive.
The engine allows you to reach the optimal speed faster and maintain it longer. A bicycle-based moped is a budget option to become the owner of a faster and more powerful vehicle. Transforming a bicycle into a moped in most cases does not make irreversible changes to the design, so it is possible to return everything to its place.
How to make a three-wheeled scooter with your own hands. Blueprints
The practicality of a trike is higher compared to the classic scooter layout. It’s true that its price is steep, so we suggest taking a used Honda scooter or any other used scooter as a basis and remodeling it yourself.
DIY moped from a chainsaw
Moped from a chainsaw - made by a craftsman with his own hands: photo and description.
In the last article we already looked at the step-by-step production of a moped from a Druzhba chainsaw, this time we’ll take a look at another homemade product - this is a mini moped from a Stihl-MS180 chainsaw. So, to build a homemade product you needed the following materials:
- Chainsaw.
- Square pipe.
- Wheels from a walk-behind tractor.
- Handlebar, fork, chain and sprocket from a bicycle.
The mini bike assembly process is shown in the photo. Trying on all the details.
Making a frame from a profile pipe.
Finalization of the leading star.
Video testing a homemade moped.
Mini bike after painting.
The result is such a simple and compact mini moped, all that remains is to install the fuel tank, a protective cover for the chain and make the brakes. The moped can easily carry an adult weighing 90 kg and accelerates to a speed of 30 km/h.
Homemade moped: manufacturing features and video instructions
Nowadays, many people have begun to engage in constructive creativity. Fortunately, there is time for this, materials and video instructions that can be easily found. If a homemade bicycle is interesting to some part of our society, then there is nothing to say about a homemade scooter or tricycle, which are easy to make. In city conditions, this is a very useful type of transport, which can be maneuvered quite successfully. You can buy a scooter or a tricycle, but making them yourself means turning all your ideas into reality, a unique opportunity to save money, and much more. You can always make it using a high-quality video guide.
Main parts of a moped
First, let's look at the main parts of this technique. In other words, let's take our future scooter apart, so to speak, and find out its main elements so that making a moped is easy.
Main moped components
It is clear that without a good engine you cannot go far on a scooter. In this case, it is usually installed on the D-6 power unit. Recently, chainsaws have also become very popular, from which a homemade moped is made. In the video instructions you can see in detail how to do this. Chainsaws will be discussed in more detail below.
Scooter and tricycle made from a chainsaw
Chainsaws, as mentioned above, are very popular among home craftsmen. They are distinguished by their light weight and dimensions, and in terms of power they are what you need. Today on the Internet you can watch many video tutorials on how to make a tricycle, scooter or moped from a chainsaw . More often mopeds and scooters are made from the Druzhba chainsaw. An old bicycle is also taken, onto which all the parts are installed, including a forward flow muffler.
An example of a homemade tricycle scooter
It is the forward flow muffler that becomes almost the main feature of making a homemade scooter, because you need to know some of the secrets of its installation. The forward flow muffler was originally invented for sports cars. A forward flow muffler in itself already increases the power of a scooter engine.
Air filter
An air filter for a homemade moped or tricycle is also made by hand. First of all, the filter must be reliable. It is recommended to use an oil filter from Moskvich, a washbasin siphon, a metal pin, silicone and a self-adhesive micro-pork to make such an element.
- The filter is clamped between the neck of the siphon and the rest of it;
- The whole thing is held together with a metal pin, the length of which is selected on the spot;
- Place the plug on the metal pin;
- We collect everything and treat the cracks with silicone;
- We glue a micropork onto the flange of the siphon neck.
Homemade air filter
The result is a quite attractive-looking and very functional filter for any homemade product, including a moped or tricycle.
In conclusion, I would like to remind you that while making a homemade product, it will be useful to watch a video that gives practical understanding.
How to make a tricycle from a scooter with your own hands?
Tricycles fascinate many personal transportation enthusiasts. But not everyone can afford to buy a finished product. Therefore, it is very important to know how to make a tricycle from a scooter with your own hands with minimal effort.
Stores usually sell conversion kits. By using such a set, you can almost eliminate problems and difficulties. Everything is selected with minimally trained people in mind; you need:
original assembly instructions;
axle with mounts for 1 or 2 shock absorbers (depending on the client’s wishes);
standard wheels from the R-12 model;
disc brakes;
basket measuring 0.8x0.4x0.15 m.