Many people very often think about how great it would be to at least try to create their own motorcycle with their own hands, without resorting to the services of salons, craftsmen, etc. However, often such a desire remains unfulfilled due to the uncertainty of the motorist in success the project he had in mind. That is why it is worth figuring out how to make a motorcycle without anyone's help.
Preparing to assemble the motorcycle
First of all, you need to decide, of course, what configuration the future "steel horse" will have, as well as resolve the issue with all the parts and tools necessary for work. With some experience, some elements can be made independently, for example, on milling and turning machines or by welding.
If an old motorcycle acts as the basis for the assembly process, then you should not start work with the installation of small parts, cardans, brake rods, etc. The best solution would be to start puttying and painting tanks and fenders. To avoid problems with the motor or axle partsboxes, they need to be placed in kerosene for a while. A homemade motorcycle will look much more expressive and spectacular if its engine crankcases, covers, boxes and ignitions are well polished.
The motor of the old device needs to be completely sorted out, and only then proceed with the installation of accessories, which, as a rule, include two main materials: leather and chrome.
Bicycle as the basis for a motorcycle
It's no secret that often the basis for a motorcycle is just a bicycle, which is equipped with all the necessary equipment. When thinking about how to make a motorcycle out of a bicycle, it is important to understand what materials should be used, as well as to know their technical characteristics.
Quite often you can find such an option when the engine of a bicycle-motorcycle is a motor from a chainsaw. In this case, it is also worth studying in detail its power, weight and size.
Possible list of materials for creating a motorcycle from a bicycle
So, turning a bike into a homemade motorcycle, the most common option for a set of parts is the following:
- engine;
- pulleys;
- drive belt and tension roller;
- fasteners.
One way or another, but making a motorcycle out of a bicycle is far from cheap, so sometimes it’s better to think about whether it’s worth doing this or is it better to buy a new moped orat least a finished bike motor.
DIY motocross bike
Despite the highest technical performance of this type of motorcycle as a motocross bike, it is quite possible to assemble it yourself. Of course, nothing prevents you from simply buying a ready-made model, but factory samples are far from always able to satisfy all the desires of a particular motorist, moreover, such a purchase will certainly cost a lot, and a home-made motorcycle will save a significant amount of financial resources. However, here it is necessary to strictly observe all the requirements for installation, otherwise the end result may be very disappointing.
How to build a motocross bike yourself
It's best to start with wheels, which are freely available at any motorcycle parts store. There are two most common options for mounting these elements: purchase a rim and replace the spokes, or simply install cast sports wheels on the device.
A motocross fork should be classic and have a full range of adjustments. The optimal size for her would be 43 mm.
In order to increase the reliability of the brake system, you need to increase their power. Alternatively, sometimes the diameter of the brake disc is simply increased.
Special attention should be paid to the suspension, which is mounted on a homemade motocross bike. The most suitable for it will be stock shock absorbers, which can be ordered anddirectly from the manufacturer, but it is important to indicate the possible weight of the device so that the suspension elements are equipped with the appropriate springs.
If we talk about the engine, it is definitely worth mentioning that its thrust can be increased by reducing intake losses. To ensure this, the standard paper filter in the old engine is replaced with foam rubber, after which the updated motor is installed in the system of the future motocross motorcycle. In addition, the carburetor is also subject to change, which should ensure good engine performance at maximum speed.
How to make an all-terrain vehicle from a motorcycle?
Recently, the designs of all-terrain vehicles, which are made from ordinary motorcycles, have gained wide popularity. In addition to the entertainment functions that such a device carries, it is also a very reliable means of transportation.
So, home-made all-terrain vehicles from motorcycles can be divided into several categories, the main of which are, of course, ATVs. These transport models combine the mobility of a motorcycle and the stability inherent in cars in an amazing way. Due to the fact that each of the wheels of the ATV has its own suspension, the device is able to overcome almost any, even the steepest bumps in the road.
Another category is motorcycles equipped with huge wheels. They are not afraid of absolutely any obstacles, but their resilience leaves much to be desired.
The third type of all-terrain vehicles from a motorcycle -vehicles equipped with caterpillars, with which you can easily move through swampy areas.
However, do not forget that any, even a home-made motorcycle is a vehicle characterized by increased cross-country ability. Therefore, in order to achieve the maximum value of this parameter, it will be enough just to increase the throughput of a standard vehicle, and the need for global modernization will disappear by itself.
