Have literally built dozens of bikes, I think this bike build looks good, it looks fun, just enjoy it. Just scoot on past the naysayers, have fun and I enjoyed your video
You should put Orangeseal sealant in those tires or you can expect ALOT of flats! What I do Is buy the slime tubes. Then I remove the valve and replace the green slime with orangeseal. I just wash it out using really warm water, in case there is some thickened slime stuck in the tube. Hope this helps!
Huh. That would help tremendously. I had a slime tube in the back but I popped it and I had to walk my bike a half mile home! I do frequently get flats, so I shall be trying your advice. Thanks!
Thanks man. I didn't make a deal of it in the video, but I did reinforce the backside of the cut in the frame with some angle iron to prevent bending, which also doubled as my controller mount.
i have the same exact kit down to the grips, 19k kilometers and it still goes strong, also shunt modded and pulls about 45 amps/2.2kw from the battery at 48v, good cheap kit, the controller could have the 3 speed switch function but it just doesn't have wires to it, gets me up to 42mph now, all in all great video dude!
the current draw went from 27amps stock to i had it at a maximum of 74amps, thats around 3.5kw, had to turn it back down to 45amps so my battery can breathe, the max range of your ebike will surely change but as long as you dont go all out and hit that max draw your range shouldn't take that big of a hit, just make sure your battery cells/bms can run that amount of power without starting a fire. Also motor heat will be a big issue in the summer without any mods.
Well on you for doing a 'self-build' 👍 They are sooo much fun! I'm not a massive fan of the whole battery/frame modifications you did, but hey it's not that bad, and hopefully the frame won't break on you. I would've mounted the battery the other way, and put the controller inside the frame too (but hey, we're all different). But overall you did great & it looks pretty cool too. About 18 months ago I did a self build too, using a 26" Scott mtb & 1500w Voilamart kit with a 52v20ah triangle battery (fits perfectly inside the frame) and I love it... I hope you and your self built e-beast have many a great journey, all the best my fellow e-builder/biker!!! ⚡🚲⚡ 👍👍👍 Maybe get some Schwalbe (marathon) tyres for it, and a suspension seat-post, makes a massive difference to ride quality and with the Schwalbes I've done over 6000 miles with zero punctures.
Woah I could definitaly use some better tires cause mine constantly go flat. Like every 2 hrs. A suspension seat would be good too, I could get on using that. Thanks for your advice!
@@MidModifications you're welcome, and the Schwalbe 'marathon' not even the latest ones, as I bought these around 2 years ago...they are amazing tyres, after 6000+ miles they still grip excellently and I've had zero punctures, I also use Schwalbe inner-tubes with the tyres... The inner tubes are cheap (around £5 each) and I think I only paid about £45 for the two 26" x 1.50 wide tyres.. they are also great for speed too and work great in the wet as well as the dry... Can't rate Schwalbe tyres highly enough.. I'm doing a 3000w build in the next few months (if I can save enough😅) and I'll definately be putting Schwalbes on it, but I might try the newer 'marathon plus' version.. Apparently the 'marathon +' have a slightly thicker inner anti-puncture lining in them than the standard 'marathon' as in the Schwalbe tyres they have what's called 'green guard' anti puncture lining inside them, amazing tyres ⚡🚲👍
great video man i have a ebike called the mate from 5th wheel and i dont like on how fast it goes, breaks or suspension this just gave me a whole lot of insparation to mod it and beef it up. Btw you produce videos like you have 500k good video dude!
Not bad. I do worry a little about heat dissipation for the battery. I don't know how hot this particular one might get but adding a basic heatsink should help ensure it gets the job done. Cutting into the frame is a bit iffy too. Some welding of the battery frame to the frame could help with overall stability but that's also a whole other thing right there. It's not a significant chunk out of it so it should be fine but frame work is always hit or miss with modifications.
Yeah I have been getting a lot of comments about heat dissipation. I think that it should be fine, but just as a precaution I was planning to add some sort of heatsink or air cooling system just in case. The frame cutting was a bit sketchy too. I added reinforcement to the back of the frame where I cut it, so Im not worried about that one as much.
Just a quick note, NEVER cheap out on the battery. While in this case he seemed to be fine, a lot of the time, the cheaper batteries are not tested and use really cheap components, which can be flammable and destroy your creation, or even worse, hurt you.
Never ever cut into a frame, especially not with the torque you're putting on the frame afterwards. You should've just figured out what measurements you needed before you bought that tiny mountainbike.
this is a death trap. cutting the frame then covering a battery that heats up with poor mans carbon fiber is insane. there is no where for the battery to dissipate heat.
Heat dissipation. I didn't think of that when I was building this. I will be sure to consider that in the next build I do that had a big battery in it.
Here are the links to the electronics. Battery: www.ebay.com/itm/355791684097?var=624868478314 Motor kit: www.ebay.com/itm/175398867248 I hope this helps you out and hit me up with any more questions. :)
Im starting to think I should have included this in the video, but I did reinforce the frame after I cut it. I didn't want it to just die on me after I rode off a curb or something.
It had held up pretty well so far. I did realise that cutting the tube was a dumb idea so I added a support on the back of the cut tube, I just didnt show it in the video
I wouldn’t trust those cheap blue rectangle packs, they are known for poor build quality. Also cutting aluminum with a normal cutoff disk will cause aluminum to melt into the blade and potentially overheat the blade and make it explode. However I’ve personally done it before and taken it slow and it hasn’t happened to me yet, but it’s just something to be aware of. I’d like to see a 72v build, I also built a 48v bike as my first bike and thought it was fast, but a good 72v bike is on a whole different level. Try to get a good triangle pack so you don’t have to massacre the frame.
Yeah I want to make a 72v build as well. I really didnt want to cut the frame, but it was either cut the frame or cut the battery lol. I was looking into the triangle packs but they were a tad more expensive than the rectangle ones and I was short on money at the time. I will also remember not to cut aluminum with the normal disk, thank you for that!
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This is how I started! Building my own ebike there are fun as heck good video!
Thank you so much! I put a lot of time and energy into this project and I really liked the way it turned out.
o my gosh such a rare sight! someone who finishes his projects! great job bro
Thanks bro!
@@MidModifications no prob
Have literally built dozens of bikes, I think this bike build looks good, it looks fun, just enjoy it. Just scoot on past the naysayers, have fun and I enjoyed your video
Thanks bro that means a lot!
I want to see a four-wheel-drive electric gocart with four wheel independence, suspension, and a motor on each wheel!
I can do that once I get a lil more money lol
You should put Orangeseal sealant in those tires or you can expect ALOT of flats!
What I do Is buy the slime tubes. Then I remove the valve and replace the green slime with orangeseal. I just wash it out using really warm water, in case there is some thickened slime stuck in the tube. Hope this helps!
Huh. That would help tremendously. I had a slime tube in the back but I popped it and I had to walk my bike a half mile home! I do frequently get flats, so I shall be trying your advice. Thanks!
Cutting you frame could cause cracks but other than that sick build
Thanks man. I didn't make a deal of it in the video, but I did reinforce the backside of the cut in the frame with some angle iron to prevent bending, which also doubled as my controller mount.
The negativity in this comment is unfounded!
lol
Instand subbed.
Your channel is gonna go far.
Thanks, that really does mean a lot to me.
I love seeing people use PMF, absolutely incredible when done properly. It's what I used on my micro camper!
Sick! I found it rewarding after I had completed it because it was such a smooth surface.
looks great i also like e bikes and love making them pls make more e bike vids in the future.
Bro my dream is to build a Surron from scratch. I just dont have enough money for that right now lol.
yeah i hear you keep working hard
The frame cut tho XD. good vid dog. I wouldn't ride around on that thing to much though. That heat doesn't have anywhere to go, could end bad.
Alright, I'll do something about the battery. You guys do bring up a really good point though because I didn't think of heat dissipation. Thanks bro.
Can you put a link to the wheel and the battery in the controller so I can get it?
This guy knews what he is doing
Underrated
such a amazing and rare sight.
i have the same exact kit down to the grips, 19k kilometers and it still goes strong, also shunt modded and pulls about 45 amps/2.2kw from the battery at 48v, good cheap kit, the controller could have the 3 speed switch function but it just doesn't have wires to it, gets me up to 42mph now, all in all great video dude!
Dang
How long does the battery last after you shunted it?
I wanted to do that mod but I din wanna mess anything up
the current draw went from 27amps stock to i had it at a maximum of 74amps, thats around 3.5kw, had to turn it back down to 45amps so my battery can breathe, the max range of your ebike will surely change but as long as you dont go all out and hit that max draw your range shouldn't take that big of a hit, just make sure your battery cells/bms can run that amount of power without starting a fire. Also motor heat will be a big issue in the summer without any mods.
Well on you for doing a 'self-build' 👍
They are sooo much fun!
I'm not a massive fan of the whole battery/frame modifications you did, but hey it's not that bad, and hopefully the frame won't break on you. I would've mounted the battery the other way, and put the controller inside the frame too (but hey, we're all different).
But overall you did great & it looks pretty cool too.
About 18 months ago I did a self build too, using a 26" Scott mtb & 1500w Voilamart kit with a 52v20ah triangle battery (fits perfectly inside the frame) and I love it...
I hope you and your self built e-beast have many a great journey, all the best my fellow e-builder/biker!!!
⚡🚲⚡
👍👍👍
Maybe get some Schwalbe (marathon) tyres for it, and a suspension seat-post, makes a massive difference to ride quality and with the Schwalbes I've done over 6000 miles with zero punctures.
Woah
I could definitaly use some better tires cause mine constantly go flat. Like every 2 hrs. A suspension seat would be good too, I could get on using that.
Thanks for your advice!
@@MidModifications you're welcome, and the Schwalbe 'marathon' not even the latest ones, as I bought these around 2 years ago...they are amazing tyres, after 6000+ miles they still grip excellently and I've had zero punctures, I also use Schwalbe inner-tubes with the tyres...
The inner tubes are cheap (around £5 each) and I think I only paid about £45 for the two 26" x 1.50 wide tyres.. they are also great for speed too and work great in the wet as well as the dry...
Can't rate Schwalbe tyres highly enough..
I'm doing a 3000w build in the next few months (if I can save enough😅) and I'll definately be putting Schwalbes on it, but I might try the newer 'marathon plus' version..
Apparently the 'marathon +' have a slightly thicker inner anti-puncture lining in them than the standard 'marathon' as in the Schwalbe tyres they have what's called 'green guard' anti puncture lining inside them, amazing tyres ⚡🚲👍
great video man i have a ebike called the mate from 5th wheel and i dont like on how fast it goes, breaks or suspension this just gave me a whole lot of insparation to mod it and beef it up. Btw you produce videos like you have 500k good video dude!
Thanks bro! Yeah go nuts modding out your bike, it feels real rewarding making things go faster.
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I got you bro!
You inspired me bro
saw my bs.zay bike lol good video!!!!
Thanks man! I wish I could wheelie like that, I'm still practicing.
Not bad. I do worry a little about heat dissipation for the battery. I don't know how hot this particular one might get but adding a basic heatsink should help ensure it gets the job done.
Cutting into the frame is a bit iffy too. Some welding of the battery frame to the frame could help with overall stability but that's also a whole other thing right there. It's not a significant chunk out of it so it should be fine but frame work is always hit or miss with modifications.
Yeah I have been getting a lot of comments about heat dissipation. I think that it should be fine, but just as a precaution I was planning to add some sort of heatsink or air cooling system just in case.
The frame cutting was a bit sketchy too. I added reinforcement to the back of the frame where I cut it, so Im not worried about that one as much.
Really good video. Edited and thought out really well.
Thanks man, I really appreciate that!
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YEAH I HIT 100!!!!!
I'll give you a shoutout in the next vid.
@@MidModifications you sir are amazing thanks !
I’m pretty much doing the exact same thing but I already have the bike so this vid is really helpful 👍
Good for you!
I hope your project turns out well
E bike that goes Brrrrrr is the only thing i heard
Subbed as soon as i saw this, can you give us the items and where you bought it from?
Nice job, good vid, nice editing, awesome thumbnail and is entertaining, which I was as good as you lol!
Thank you. I put a lot of time into this video and Im glad you enjoyed it!
I know nothing to building bikes…. I would work more as a nurse to just buy one! Great vid tbh!
Thanks man. I'm sure you could build one if you wanted to :)
Great video as always Mr. Mid
Yussuh
How do you charge this?
What if i just wanted to ride it normally, i don't see any on and off button or even a key
The on button is on the display. I do sometimes ride it like a normal bike, but then I feel lame pedaling when I dont have to.
could i use 20 Ah battery?
i subbed gangy
Just a quick note, NEVER cheap out on the battery. While in this case he seemed to be fine, a lot of the time, the cheaper batteries are not tested and use really cheap components, which can be flammable and destroy your creation, or even worse, hurt you.
great job !
Thanks man!
We need a more detailed step by step tutorial please
If I have time I'll try to make you one.
Never ever cut into a frame, especially not with the torque you're putting on the frame afterwards. You should've just figured out what measurements you needed before you bought that tiny mountainbike.
Fair point. Next time I wont be cutting my frame lol.
Build a crazy cart
Ok bud, I shall put forth an effort to do that :)
Never cut the frame! Why not putting the battery on a rear rack?
I wanted it to look visually appealing. A battery on the back in my opinion is ugly
ayo, love the build, would it be possible to mount that motor wheel as the front wheel?
Yes it would! I just wanted a rear wheel so I could wheelie
1:50 how do you do the photo
super nice video for a channel with not a lot of subs!
Thanks man! Im trying to get up there in subscribers.
what size is that frame i want to build something close to that but i down want to cut the frame
Its a small frame. Idk the inches or anything but I remember that it is size small
this is a death trap. cutting the frame then covering a battery that heats up with poor mans carbon fiber is insane. there is no where for the battery to dissipate heat.
Heat dissipation. I didn't think of that when I was building this. I will be sure to consider that in the next build I do that had a big battery in it.
If he's not over working the battery it will not even get warm let alone hot
What brand is the motor and controller?
Viribus
Its a cheap ebike parts manufacturer
can u make a full tutourial step by step
Possibly. Im in the middle of another project rn so it wouldn't be immediate.
@MidModifications wow , I'll wait for a few months , I'm really glad you saw my message
Why cant u pick a bigger battery? So the range is bigger
you can
All that work but the frames structural integrity has been compromised.
what wheel size is that mountain bike?
26 inch wheel.
can you tell me where you got all the parts for the ebike
Here are the links to the electronics.
Battery:
www.ebay.com/itm/355791684097?var=624868478314
Motor kit:
www.ebay.com/itm/175398867248
I hope this helps you out and hit me up with any more questions. :)
Only problem is it doesn't look super clean.
You don't think so? How could it be cleaner?
How do you take out the batteri to charge it?
The battery had a built in charging port, so I just cut a hole in the canvas and made a plug so I can plug the charger into the side of the bike
@@MidModifications thats kinda cancer no?
you should make a custom mini bike
That is actually the plan for the next video
@@MidModifications W, also i watched ur videos ur super underrated keep up the good work 🤑🤔😯
How do you charge it just wondering
The battery came with a charger.
How do u charge it
The battery came with a charger. I just glued the charging port to the outside of the bike.
cutting the frame so it buckles and bites into your battery? great idea...
Im starting to think I should have included this in the video, but I did reinforce the frame after I cut it. I didn't want it to just die on me after I rode off a curb or something.
That frame is now compromised, I wouldn't go near it.
How much cost bro
Like in total for everything? $420 for the original bike and $80 for the upgraded forks.
@@MidModifications Indian carency tel me sir
35,000 rupees
@@MidModifications tq sir
hope that frame wont snaps
Ikr. I added support on the back and so far its held up nicely, and I will admit I've takin it off some big jumps.
@MidModifications Dont test it by risking ur life man.
BRO theres no way you spend hundreds of dollars and months on videos with just 3k subs, your literally gonna have 50k by the end of the year
I hope to Imo. Thx for the encouragement tho!
plessss make more content
You got it!
having 2t engine for about 200$ with few mods about 100$ and having it go 47mph is way more fun than e bike
Wont lie that does sound fun. Gas is just too loud for me thought. My neighbors might give me a noise complaint.
@@MidModifications stock muffler without any mods is about 80-95db loud so neighbours shouldnt have problem with that
Bro become a engineer
Cutting the down tube is stoopid! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
You should have bought another bike.
It had held up pretty well so far. I did realise that cutting the tube was a dumb idea so I added a support on the back of the cut tube, I just didnt show it in the video
Who sold a chris king headset for $50?? What is your used bike market like?
Ikr I just bought it on offerup
is it waterproof tho?
I mean I haven't tested it but I could probably withstand like rain or something. Not being completely submerged though.
Oh alt Thx for answering soo fast
For sure!
5:08 who sees that bug (first bug comment)😊
I saw it
Lol I went back and watched that part. Idk where the bug came from, im just glad it didnt get stuck in the glue
are you making a new project? i really want to see a new video!
I am in the midst of building another creation. I wont say too much but this build will also go 20+ mph!
@@MidModifications sick!
Why would you butcher the frame 😮
I didn't rly have a choice. I wasn't gonna put it sideways and the only other option was to cut the battery lol.
@@MidModifications Just have it at an angle inside frame
@@MidModificationsMaybe next time buy a bottle 🍼 type battery 😅💯🙏
I would have cause they fit much better but it was like $40 more to get one.
Also a risk with the cheap battery highly dont recommend.
Wheelie it bro
Bro Im still practicing. Its harder than I thought it would be.
@@MidModifications I might build this to wheelie. I keep getting in trouble on my dirt bike ion mind 20 mph wheelies
@@MidModificationsHow easy does the wheel come up
Its hard to pop it up. It doesn't have a ton of torque, so you have to pull up real hard to get it to come up.
7:25 I swear bro if the video ended there
Ik bro I did that just for you
I wouldn’t trust those cheap blue rectangle packs, they are known for poor build quality. Also cutting aluminum with a normal cutoff disk will cause aluminum to melt into the blade and potentially overheat the blade and make it explode. However I’ve personally done it before and taken it slow and it hasn’t happened to me yet, but it’s just something to be aware of.
I’d like to see a 72v build, I also built a 48v bike as my first bike and thought it was fast, but a good 72v bike is on a whole different level. Try to get a good triangle pack so you don’t have to massacre the frame.
Yeah I want to make a 72v build as well. I really didnt want to cut the frame, but it was either cut the frame or cut the battery lol. I was looking into the triangle packs but they were a tad more expensive than the rectangle ones and I was short on money at the time. I will also remember not to cut aluminum with the normal disk, thank you for that!
Build electric bmx bike with single speed.
What do you mean single speed?
Bmx bikes dont generally have gears.
@@MidModifications I meant no gears and debriller and only 1 chain
@@ELY3M Ok I got it :)
wouldn't ride it, that frame is fucked.
I did reinforce the frame where I cut it, I just didn't include it in the video.
"any good engineer would do". sorry, NO engineer would cut the frame and place the battery at the (now) weakest section of the frame. serious fail!
Blah blah blah
Lol.
I wont deny it was kinda a sketchy operation and I dont think I'll be doing it next time, Its held up nicely.
Regardless of current teenage word salads, "sick" is still a negative term.
Ok mom
Jk, you do sound like my mother tho