Building a Motorized Bicycle - 80cc Engine Kit - 75 mpg
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- Building a motorized bicycle using an 80cc engine kit from ebay and a Huffy Nel Lusso cuiser bike purchased from Walmart.
I spent $110 on the eBay engine kit & $119 on the Huffy.
The eBay seller for this kit was "smartmotor"...here is a link to his items for sale ebay.us/Gc44xN
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I bought my extra brake on amazon...they have a 73-91mm reach, but they were too short to fit properly. Here is an affiliate link to the one I bought on Amazon:
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And feel free to buy me a beer!
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Alright! A how to video without crappy music! Just lovely!
@@Steve_Does_Stuff Your video is very cool . The Nel Lusso is a great choice for the Bike. A youtuber named Motored Life used the Nel Lusso for his build. I think the bike looks sweet for the price at Walmart.
@@Steve_Does_Stuff I have a nel lusso with a 4 stroke. Another motorize biker told me he has seen 50+ rear rack frame breaking. Did you have this problem? How fast can you safely go on this bike? How do you like the bike so far?
@@spirittoo so a 4 stroke does fit on the nel lusso?
Thanks for wasting all my time on putting the sprocket on backwards your a really good youtuber hahaha Jk I hope you learn how to edit out things in the future and hope you haven’t messed up people’s evenings like you have mine.
lazerlex 098 /r cringe
I've watched this vid several times. Its a favorite because of your honesty. No frills. Just a down home DIY VIDEO. I've watched the sequels. Those darn chain tensioner. And chain guards. That gas tank mod is a great idea. One of the best I've seen.
Originally, I had cut off the rear rack of my Nel Lusso bike to add a friction-drive Lock N' Load unit to the rear. I have since picked up a couple of 80cc 2-stroke engines and am in the process of watching such videos as this one to get some ideas as to how to set it up in the bike. I put caps on each part of the rack to cover the nubs left on the frame. I removed the fenders and am in the process of building the bike in this manner, now. A tip is to use several quick ties around the center to keep an equal distance when putting that hub sprocket into place. It spaces the area out quite evenly and you simply pull the plastic ties out when finished. I did end up putting a better kick stand onto my bike though. It raises the front of the bike up and telescopes, but it is not meant to have someone sit on the bike when it is in use. Only to hold it up well. I had to laugh as I wondered if you were indeed putting the sprocket on backwards. It was hard to see at first when you were filming it. When I got my packages of engines, I thought right away that it may be a mistake problem that is easy to do if you are not careful. :-) I am not fully through in watching your video just yet, as I keep running out to look at my own bike and check things as I do my build. This is my first build although I have ridden motorcycles most of my lifetime (71 years at present). Thanks for posting this video.
I enjoyed the video very much Steve. Thank you for producing it and sharing it on You Tube.
New to this having car issues cant afford monthly payments let alone major repairs. Bought same bike and practically identical motor kit I'm in luck! Thank u.🙂
How's it working? Still running?
Beautiful build !
Great instruction and proper tone for a tutorial.. please create on how to put batteries and headlight for the motorized bike.
Thank you steve! That was rad
Good gob.Thanks for your films.
Excellent build
Just built one for my son and it is awsome thankyou for your vidios
I love your channel
Compressed air shot into the end of a hand grip will pop them right off
He, Dennis, great idea! Thanks!
5:08: THANK YOU! I've been having this problem for some time now.
nice work on the Install Steve FYI i read on some Forum that the Importers of some of theose kits were getting harassed by Attorneys because many bikes people were putting them on had the Factory Welds coming apart because they were not designed to handle the stress the engines added to the bike i’ve noticed that now many of the Websites that do sell them have more details outlined on the bike styles they reccomend installing. the kits on like yours most of them do reccomend a Cruiser style Frame that are usually larger Tubings which theoretically would mean more surface Weld area not necessarily a stronger or better Weld but i guess that can change amount the Manufacturers the Forum i read mentioned the head Tube breaking off and when I was a kid in the 1970s riding Wheelies and doing Jumps i broke that Weld on 3 different bikes i will testify it’s a Gnarly one to have give out when you are riding as you lose your front wheel and Handle Bars that send you head first into the Ground and back then we did not wear Helmets on Bikes and Staples for Skulls we’re not invented yet so the Hospital trip was a painful and long one
I love my huffy nelusso! It’s a tank. It rides well and hauls up to 80$ of groceries.
@@Steve_Does_Stuff The furnace was removed from the house next door, and I latched on to the plenum, cut it down, supported the bottom with plywood, made a lid, and added small wheels, axle, and tongue - hey, presto! a trailer that can haul lots of groceries, or a tool box and car parts. I used a car outer tie rod end to connect to the hitch on the bike. Swivels side to side, pivots for up and down hill angles - generally satisfactory - and being a recycled (nudge, wink, get it? re CYCLED?) part, very affordable.
In today's economy that's two cartons of eggs.
I build these day in day out(Roswell N.M.)...Good build!!Going to build some for sale soon........
Please tell me the size of the chain on the engine side.
This is the video that got me hooked! Great job!!
Great video, I’m going to build one too!
Great video and neat project. I have a question if you get a minute to take a measurement for me. I am wondering what the hight of the motor is. Could you get a measurement from the lower V in the frame to the top of the engine head or spark plug? I am trying to find out if this engine would fit in the space available on my bike. If you get a chance to get that measurement for me I would greatly appreciate it. Again neat project and great video. Thanks for sharing.
I’m about to get one of these in the mail. Very helpful
Waiting also.....building a boardtrack racer.....checkout our channel Lukas garage
@@lukasgarage956 wow you have a very good taste in hobbies 🤣 I love rc planes and motorized bikes and motorcycles aswell good luck on the board track racer
Was going to build an electric bike... // Electric = $1330 // Gas = $200 // Fuck the environment
James Williams same haha
unfortunately gas still costs money, but i do honestly preffer gas, more range easy to refill as opposed to ebike where you get 40km of range and then have to spend and house recharging it XD
Get a 4 stroke if you don't want to constantly rebuild this thing.
+runninggames771... true that
Hey again total newbie here I’m just wondering if the standard cruiser cruiser break system is enough or if I should up grade to disc breaks or something
This is my 6th year/Summer working on , building, and riding Motorized Bikes. I add a Tuned Pipe, Hi Compression Head, Main Carb Jet is also changed. They come with a #70 jet, I'm running a #67 jet for a bit better Hi End.
These small 2 cycle engines, HAVE TO BE WARMED UP !
How’s the nel lusso holding together a lot of ppl say the the welds crack so just wondering how’s it holding up? I have one and I’m wondering if I should put a motor on it
I have that bike great I'm getting this kit!
Great video!
Have you had any problems with the chain rasping against the frame I had that problem with the tire sprocket groove facing out?? Lmk on any info plz
I have a 80cc not sure which name brand but my question is what sparkplug would you recommend and what should the gap be?
Future reference with that bike. 27mm straight wall socket with a 3/8" ratchet is perfect to center that annoying sprocket. Just slide the back end over the axle and it should center it 99%
good info, bro...
Good stuff
Hi did the wheel run ok with the dust cap tightened
You picked out the very same model bike as I did. You should see some of the long lean large tired bicycles that are being produced today.
Hi Steve. Almost at the 300 mile mark on my bike. Have just today lost the SECOND push button and spring for clutch lever. Dont know how they are popping off? I even added an extra lock washer but it went through that as well. Any suggestions?
Oh man you had me going there...I saw the mpg and thought it said mph...was like WHAAAT?!!! CLICK
Same😂😂😂😂😂
That was an oof
Lol! It got me too xD
Lol have the same set up an motor never failed me yet God bless
Update?
Looks a far more pro job that what i did to a Raleigh Grifter in the 80's. 160cc lawnmower 2 stroke rubbing the rear wheel, could clear 70km/h. Petrol tank on the handle bars, lucky i'm still alive i guess!
Were did you buy Or kit for your bike I am thinking about getting one ken you tell me we’re got it
Great demo thank you, might even consider spot welding that tensioner.
to keep chain tensioner where it don't twist or anything, drill a hole in the through the tensioner & 1 side of frame with self tapping screw to hold it in place.
This is THE MOST helpful video ive watched yet! Thank you so much. I have been having a lot of troubles with my chain and actually broke it. Turns out i had the sprocket the wrong way.. And i cant seem to get spark from my spark plug. Cant figure that one out. Any idead??
Thanks for the help. I probably need to upgrade my spark plug to the american version instead of the off brand craptastic one my kit came with
BRAVO!
Great video bro. Have you had any problems with that back sprocket? Do you actually ride this heavily? I want to get one of these kits but all the retro fit back sprocket seem really cheap and crappy.
I’m going to buy this kit along with other supplies to build a mini car
@chubzua alright I’m going to need to find a 212cc engine for the price less than 150 quid
Hey Steve;
Nice job w/the video, very informative. I plan to build my first one.
Thanks again...😎
Did you build one yet?
I've been putting the same engine on my 20 inch Stingray frame I updated the exhaust, spark, carburetor and air filter and a extra spring tensonor the one that bolts on the engine, its been a pain in the ass to build. I'm almost done and since the frame is smaller I had to do some custom fixes to make it work. I just hope it was all worth it.
What hand brake did you add to the rear wheel?
How did you get the brake arm screws off?
i have a Zeda 80 - 100 cc motor. i installed it and now trying to start it the back wheel drags with the clutch out. its like it has too much back pressure. i am a greenhorn with these motors. any ideas on whats going on?
The foam is a good idea. I wonder if tire tube rubber pads, single, or doubled up or more, would not only keep the scratching down but offer some vibration dampening. Could be substantual, and two birds with one stone.
Can you recommend a specific kit for this bike
I suggest people avoid the pre painted engines. They don't do a great job painting them and the don't keep as cool as an unpainted engine. They're great fun so good luck with yours. All the problems I have had with mine have been minor and easily fixed.
Have a question- my son thinks he needs front disc brakes on a bike for this- is there correct? Hard to find a frame that fits.
Did you add on brakes or did that come with the bike?
I have that same kit and couldn't get the front motor Mount on and now i see how to do it . THANKS😊😊😊👍
Can anyone tell me how to shut the bike off? I bought an abull 100cc. It runs but it seems the throttle handle is an electric Start when the engine is a clutch start. The problem I'm having is when I stop. And clutch or pull back the handle rhe engine won't shut off. And I have to use the carburetor adjustment screw to choke the engine. Ugh. Any advice is appreciated.
Love this video!!!
this is what i needed
Wow good explanation
Is the coaster brake reliable at higher speeds?
Can you please send me info on how I can order the parts of the motorized bicycle parts.Please give me the complete information . Thank you. Harry
I bought one. Best video yet..IS A RACING CARBURETOR BETTER.?
Heyy man i can’t get mine to work I bought it brand new and I followed all the steps but I notice when I put the spark plug in the engine doesn’t want to run and then when I take the spark plug out the engine runs perfectly but when the spark plug isn’t in the engine all the air come out from where the spark plug goes instead do you know why is it doing this ?
Very Nice... So you can use a coaster brake rear wheel and don't need to change it to a freewheel correct.
No problems using a coaster brake bicycle with one of these engine kits ?
@@Steve_Does_Stuff Good deal, appreciate the info... I'll check-out the video, Be Safe !!!
Strips of old inner tubes work great to restrict vibrations too.
While we're being economical and reusing inner tube rubber, if there happens to be a used radiator hose or heater hose from a car kicking around, they are thicker and provide extra cushioning. I haven't tried the rubber mount cushions made for the job.
I have the same bike, but my engine kit didn't come with the u-bolt substitute, can you tell me what size u-bolt to get
Just a heads up those bikes like the nel lusso with the rack welded to them are extremely prone to cracking.. Not a bike you normally want to build..
Will a 4 stroke fit on this bike I have the same bike?
That the best video ive seen yet on this.. I just bought that same bike, and wondered if anyone added an engine to it! Thanks for making this!
Did your rear wheel come loose have the same bike and my rear wheel came lose bent a spoke. They put the rear bearing backwards and bearing almost broke threaded the races screw loose
Can I add an engine to a mountain bike with disc brakes?
Hi Steve. I just wanted to give a Big THANX to you and your video that i was able to put my bike motor together without even looking at the shitty instruction manual. Very good job at making a video that's easily understood. You should find out about making a Dvd that distributers could put in their kits. For a small fee. Thanx again! 👍👍👍 P. S. How are your tires doing? Especially the rear. Are you having to replace them often? I have 300 miles on mine which were brand new and rear tire is wearing out faster than front. I've got 40psi in them to create less drag. Think too much air?
was the cranbrook discontinued?
use tool drawer liner instead of the foam, acts as a motor mount for vibrations as well
Do the coaster brakes work okay in stopping the bike safely? I just recently purchased a cruiser bike with coaster brakes and am going to motorize it soon and was just wondering if it wears out at all
@@Steve_Does_Stuff Thank you for taking the time to reply! I will definitely note this!
I have a Kent beach cruiser, where can I go and get a motor install on it
OK , so im watching several videos. The way the sprocket faces seems to be different for different videos. I have mine on the way you do in the video at 2:35 or so. Was this incorrect or was this when you fixed it? i have the same bike as you so I'm trying to not mess up :) And the correct way is at 3:12? Correct?
Thanks!
Thanks, it only makes sense to put it out. I'm not sure why some of the other videos are saying the opposite. I could already see how the chain was extremely close to the spokes too. It could rub against those too. Thanks, I have to disassemble now. :)
What size frame do I need for the motor to fit?
Will this engine will fit on 19.5 cycle frame
Nice . . . YOU ~ ROCK ! !
The shaft is hydrological pressed into the break lever. So I have too go get a new shaft with all separated pieces.
it will hold the clutch from engaging in the motor if you have the cable adjusted to the right position where it keeps the lever engaged on the motor if you don't have it adjusted right Michael take off
I have the same bike so your vid will be a big help when I install the engine. Thanks
me too just built engine but had a few problems while installing, engine was too large and carb didnt fit, had to cut intake manifold but now its not level, have to but offset intake manifold but recently when just starting it for the first time while pedaling the chain tensioner got pulled into the spokes and warped the rear wheel, luckily i have new wheels on the way, i strongly suggest a few things, either replace all bolts at hardware store or use loctite, also replace the chain tensioner with a spring loaded one so it has some give and doesnt just get pulled into spokes, and last piece of advice, get an adapter or wheel with a dedicated hub so that way you dont attach sprocket to spokes and weaken the wheel over time
OK Chris, I will. Thanks
you put the engine on yet any updates? i have mine built but i dont have brakes yet, been riding around and using the good ol foot brake haha but i have some on the way and the bike will pretty much be done, i think ima replace red tires with black ones to give it an all blacked out look
Chris W. Haven't started yet. Was going to start this week but hurricane Florence has made me put it off until all this is over. I live right where they are predicting landfall.
uh oh, thats not good man, well stay safe and good luck with the build when you start, you can ask me any questions or i suggest going on motorized bike forums for help. best site imo to buy parts is Bikeberry.com they ship very fast and have good quality parts, gasbike.net is good too but they take 1-2 weeks to actually ship things out
Tread lock is your friend also need to torque the back gear so it dosent slip
Hi Steve. So i have my engine on order. Should have it next week. I bought my 2 stroke oil. So im already thinking of upgrading the kit sparkplug and fuel line. Is there any other advice that you could give me as far as installation and preparation that would make operation of bike complete? I bought a 26" Ross mountain bike from a thrift store for $20. Im no stranger to bikes. Everything looks good on it. No cracks in welds or anywhere. Will replace tires, tubes, and brake pads of course.
OTEC's olutions yes. Cause the rag joint is a PIA! How much is that adaptor? Thanx
my father's an experienced mechanic and has lots of experience with bicycle motor I found out, here's what he says...
because of how 2 stroke engines use the fuel/oil mix to lube, much of it burns off but still leaves some residue, most oil additives are designed for 4 stroke motors, using oil additives in 2 strokes can not only REDUCE the efficiency of the fuel burning off, but the residues themselves actually increase the need for regular maintenance more frequently and CAUSE long term damage and reduction of engine life, and believe it or not, using full or blend synthetic oils in the fuel/oil also REDUCE fuel efficiency because of the higher resistance to high heat and ignition, a strait up proprietary, pure 2-stroke oil and shell premium with nitrogen is best.
also, do not use fuel additives that add octane, on small 2 stroke engines they serve no purpose, the compression is not sufficient enough to be of any benefit.
DO NOT use fuel additives that have lots of detergents, except when doing breakdown maintenance, the engine relies heavily on the oil residue to lubricate and detergent additives in oils break down that function causing increased wear and tear, increasing the frequency of maintenance and reducing engine life.
if you insist on using a supplemented oil (an oil with additives) or oil additives anyway, NEVER, EVER, EVER use ones that have or add metallic and/or flammable substances such as zinc and phosphorus, these are optimized for 4 stroke engines, because 2 stoke engines burn off the oils, the metallic additives create deposits that actually damage the piston walls and rings, further increasing the need for breakdown maintenance and reducing engine life, as for flammable additives such as phosphorus and sulphates, these burning off in the engine create acids and cause severe corrosion in these smaller engines especially.
keep your oils and fuels as pure as possible and it will help greatly
when you intend on storing your bike for more than 60 days, empty the fuel tank and add a fuel stabilizer but NO oil, when you decide to go and ride again, add the requisite amount of oil, then idle the engine for 10 minutes, shut down for 30-45+ minutes for cool down, then go and have fun
try and remember, "2 stroke" & "4 stroke" are NOT numbers, they are completely different types of engines, and need to be treated as such.
I do recommend an oil additive called 'nanolub csx', but NOT for mixing in the fuel, it makes an AWSOME lubricant for external moving parts on the engine and bicycle and chain, may your bikes "Live Long & Prosper"
im looking for the best bike to motorize that would be ideal for on and off road use and suggestions?
Hugh Mungus the mongoose mack mountain bike is the best bike that wal mart sales to motorize .use the mongoose mack bike with a zeda80 . & u will have a sweet bike.
Been waiting for week now for mines... Cant wait to go for a ride .. Great video sir.....
Master link needs to be turned around round end into the gear not away from it or ur chain WILL hit and bunch up inside the compartment or snap off easier
Where did you buy the speedometer?
Trufuel...premixed.. ethanol free!! $19.99 per gallon!!..good for long term storage!! Most hardware or auto parts store had it...it's worth it!!.
Can you put this on a 20inch bmx bike
Question...new here
Do you add oil everytime you have to fill up?
@@Steve_Does_Stuff 30:1?
I hope your using your artist talents in this life.
Hi. Great video. Im thinking of ordering the same kit for my bicycle. I have a question, how many times do i have to use oil to gas mixture? Afterwards, can be run on just fuel alone? How many miles daily should be maximum ridden for break-in period? Thank you
Steve ok thanx. Just watched your second bike build video. Had another question. Sorry i couldnt fit it into prior questions. Do you end up losing the front breaks cause of clutch lever? Your vids were perfect. Feel like i could install kit blindfolded now thanx to you
Steve thats a great idea! I just checked on Ebay $12. I will do the same thing. Can never be too safe! I think i am going to buy the 80cc motor kit for $90. Is there a way to tell when i get it that it's really 80cc? I would hate to get duped with a 50cc motor. I appreciate your responses btw Steve. 👍
Steve so i was just curious, you need to peddle the bike to start the engine. So how do you ride the bike normal without having the engine start?
Steve thanx Steve. I really appreciate all your responses.
After 500 km
Thanks for the video, do you have the seller’s link to this black painted kit?
Steve cool, have you tried that on a 29inch? I’m 6’3 and thinking about getting a 29inch cruiser.
Steve thanks, I appreciate the info!
how long it works properly.
For some reason when I insert the spark plug the wheel doesn’t wanna spin and it sort of locks but when I take the spark plug out the wheel moves normally why is that ?
does the bike has to be a single speed?
Awesome video! To point out, they're bolts, not screws! Lol. Thanks for the video!
Actually, they are called "cap screws"... as opposed to "stove bolts"
So i took my chain pulley tensioner apart (i got bike used) to clean it now i made a dumb mistake and i didn't take a pic or look at really before it all came apart. There is the bolt a lock washer and normal washer and a spacer + the bearing inside the wheel i put the bolt into bearing than spacer than washer than used locked washer with nut to hold it on... my chain is making noise now i had to do something wrong and or something needs fixed.. i also know my coaster break is about shot so that might be the noise i hear idk!?? I have some knowledge but not much never worked on theses before have about a 2 years of working on 4 stroke scooters
Right now i use regular gas for my 2 stroke engine what will happen if i use premium gas?