Building A Motorcycle Battery Box With Sheet Metal & Simple Tools

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  • Опубликовано: 25 июн 2020
  • In this video we design and fabricate a custom battery box for the street legal KX100 dirt bike project. This motorcycle wasn't designed to have an electrical system so we have to create one. We use 16 gauge sheet metal and basic tools to make the part. An epic journey of cutting, bending, struggle and triumph.
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  • @cbr7170
    @cbr7170 4 года назад +339

    Honestly there is nothing better than a video from you guys. I am so happy when I am seeing your content pop up. You guys really make my day 100x better, and I am sure I am not the only one that feels this way.

    • @brookerobertson2951
      @brookerobertson2951 4 года назад +3

      Same.. 😋

    • @tcepilot
      @tcepilot 4 года назад +3

      I’ll third that! Absolutely love this channel. And RUclips is my primary source of entertainment

    • @montygarrett4195
      @montygarrett4195 4 года назад +1

      your not alone when I see they have a new vid I get so happy to watch it they make me so happy

  • @w-dad4040
    @w-dad4040 4 года назад +230

    "Why do you let me get away with jokes like that?!" LOLZ
    Those jokes are all you man and part of what makes your videos fun to watch

    • @duemoto1683
      @duemoto1683 4 года назад +9

      If he didn’t tell his jokes it would be like eating shrimp with no tartare sauce...
      Plain shellfish

    • @hellshade2
      @hellshade2 4 года назад +1

      @@duemoto1683 "Plain Shellfish!" lulz!!!

  • @hyrumbeck2739
    @hyrumbeck2739 4 года назад +124

    When the world has you down, come here to see some new wholesome content.

    • @jenniesgarage
      @jenniesgarage  4 года назад +15

      Glad you like the videos. The world can bee awesome too, keep your head up!

  • @mrhappy8269
    @mrhappy8269 4 года назад +113

    9:08 now that’s some real slick editing right there

    • @roarlyng
      @roarlyng 4 года назад +10

      I didn't catch that the first time around, had to go back and check. Slick editing indeed :)

    • @Nevir202
      @Nevir202 4 года назад +5

      Very slick lol

    • @idahoduckhunter
      @idahoduckhunter 4 года назад +3

      ha I rewatched several times to see if I saw what I done did see

    • @kdt85
      @kdt85 4 года назад +6

      also 3:48

    • @jgreenjeans
      @jgreenjeans 4 года назад +1

      @@kdt85 I commented about that too. Editing game is on point!
      Edit: just a few seconds earlier gives a better understanding

  • @rookiewrenching938
    @rookiewrenching938 4 года назад +194

    I’ve heard the Harbor Freight cardboard welders are pretty decent.

    • @gregv1852
      @gregv1852 4 года назад +6

      Just picked one up for myself

    • @hotdoginabananapeel1579
      @hotdoginabananapeel1579 4 года назад +5

      Same

    • @914Catfish
      @914Catfish 4 года назад +4

      What kind of shielding gas do you use for cardboard? Or is it flux core? :)

    • @AS-rz3nj
      @AS-rz3nj 4 года назад +4

      I heard they were on recall, too.

    • @fordilac
      @fordilac 4 года назад +2

      @@gregv1852 My Harbor Freight has them on back-order.

  • @OliverMotorized
    @OliverMotorized 4 года назад +42

    That last bit is so true, every time I create something I find nifty and am proud of, I will just stare at it and admire it until i realize I gotta move on. Awesome project!

  • @jasepoag8930
    @jasepoag8930 4 года назад +79

    "Just drill, and don't ask any questions."
    You've got a quality wife there.

    • @jasepoag8930
      @jasepoag8930 4 года назад +7

      @Pink Alien it's been there too long. I'm afraid the shock would kill it.

  • @noahsussman7713
    @noahsussman7713 4 года назад +45

    Who else never thought about it but, jennies garage has 🔥 editing

    • @joshadsett4835
      @joshadsett4835 4 года назад +2

      watch the kdx200 vids. Really crisp editing. I was surprised

  • @lethimguideme
    @lethimguideme 4 года назад +22

    So wholesome. Also, find you a partner that looks at you the way he looks at the mounting bracket at the end.

  • @Agustin-jo8mv
    @Agustin-jo8mv 4 года назад +33

    Damn, I'm a fabricator and sheeeessh! Haha. I wouldn't have attempted that all in one part. Haha. So much work, good job!

    • @leslieaustin151
      @leslieaustin151 3 года назад +3

      Agustin I agree. That was a really fine bit of planning and fabrication. Excellent job Jake! Les in UK

  • @NotJo4Ever13
    @NotJo4Ever13 4 года назад +79

    Dammit that triangle edit was SMOOTH. I love it. I love these vids, I love the live ones too, don't take this as encouragement to stress yourself out and make more really hard videos that take tons of edit time from you. Do whatever feels right, and I will watch it! :)

  • @chetniksrb333
    @chetniksrb333 4 года назад +11

    I've always beee a fan of cad...
    Cardboard aided design

    • @MattH198
      @MattH198 3 года назад +1

      Project binky? Ahh a man of taste!

  • @averagecarguy420
    @averagecarguy420 4 года назад +4

    When I saw battery box I was like "ah how interesting could that be" I forgot, this is jennies garage! True example of the workman's spirit. I find myself admiring finished parts too. My friends would probably think I'm crazy if they saw the way I looked at a newly restored bolt or fuel valve or spring lol.

  • @sclark1701
    @sclark1701 4 года назад +5

    I actually let out an audible “oooooo” when I saw the finished product. Looks amazing and the video was entertaining and well done! Keep em comin!

  • @wrightvcx2249
    @wrightvcx2249 3 года назад +1

    I low key love his wife. She is smart, funny, pretty and so supportive of her husband.

  • @TheOneCleanHippy
    @TheOneCleanHippy 4 года назад +8

    That last bit of him turning to admire it made me laugh out loud.

  • @citabria4804
    @citabria4804 4 года назад +21

    Finally KX100 IS BACK!!! Love the Content guys!

  • @mightybeanstick9872
    @mightybeanstick9872 4 года назад +4

    "That's our Benz, and it looks sharp..!" Thus proving that mum jokes are every bit as bad as dad jokes :)...

  • @jizmb39
    @jizmb39 4 года назад

    Nobody make me chuckle more when I watch a video than you two. Thanks for smiles you bring me during the day

  • @dominicw8868
    @dominicw8868 3 года назад

    Jeez man that ending made me tear up.. “Thanks for the motivation. And thanks for watching” that genuine smile of yours could take over the world. I love this channel (:

  • @tristanbourgault9788
    @tristanbourgault9788 4 года назад +5

    jennies garage i wanna thanks you for all the tip on mecanic you have help fix my bike also camera girl thanks for always making me laugh

  • @eddiediederich7244
    @eddiediederich7244 4 года назад +8

    Dude, that is absolutely amazing! Your skills are unmatched man. Very impressive, and really cool to watch your brain work. I could never do that. Kudos

  • @maxiirides9354
    @maxiirides9354 4 года назад

    Anyone else been checking RUclips at least 10 times today waiting for the upload? The longer the video the better. This channel is amazing.

  • @Speed04GT
    @Speed04GT 4 года назад +1

    Every time you say thanks for watching. I say to myself thanks for sharing. Great work and please keep the awesome videos coming.

  • @Builditathome-Restoration
    @Builditathome-Restoration 4 года назад +15

    Ifound you through the suggested videos 2 years ago. First your videos are very
    informative. I just made a RUclips channel so I'm definitely doing my research.
    Thanks for all your help. Please keep it up!

    • @tomitoropainen2765
      @tomitoropainen2765 4 года назад +1

      Good for you on starting to upload informative videos, RUclips may be a bit bloated platform but i hope you get a good start To your channel.

    • @Builditathome-Restoration
      @Builditathome-Restoration 4 года назад

      @@tomitoropainen2765 thanks man😃🙌

  • @lemmykilmister450
    @lemmykilmister450 4 года назад +5

    Good afternoon from the UK, good to see you back.

  • @iberian21
    @iberian21 4 года назад

    I didn't even blink all 27 minutes, had me hooked to the video the whole way! The battery box turned out great and it was a good learning experience for me. Awesome!

  • @jgreenjeans
    @jgreenjeans 4 года назад

    19:37 "made a nice foot massager too" LOL is not the words for this. That's freaking gold!

  • @Oceam
    @Oceam 4 года назад +15

    Good thing theres a filter so the motor dont suck up all th electric air and becomes an ebike

  • @alexandrealbergaria6224
    @alexandrealbergaria6224 4 года назад +7

    THE MAN, THE LEGEND, THE KING OF THE DAD JOKES!
    yes, yes and yes!

  • @UncannySense
    @UncannySense 4 года назад

    this channel inspired me into a resurrection, resto-mod, barnfind, rescue, Honda Xl185 and I don't even know how to ride. gotta start start somewhere, make a few mistakes and learn to enjoy the challenge for the sweeter earned results. looking forward to the day I can stare at my bike with the same sense of accomplishment as a custom battery box. Thanks a wholesome lot Jennies Garage

  • @kevinstonerock3158
    @kevinstonerock3158 4 года назад

    Now that’s what I’m talking about! Funny, informative, educational, and click to watch as soon as I see you have a new video up. I never thought of cutting the center of a bend before. The interaction between the two of you is priceless.

  • @err_kk
    @err_kk 4 года назад +35

    "I've always been ok at telling jokes but I've never been good with impressions" :-D

  • @thegamingmonsters9810
    @thegamingmonsters9810 4 года назад +5

    Yay another video! Really love it guys you seem nice and loving people! God bless!! ❤❤

  • @prdoohan
    @prdoohan 4 года назад

    This project is a real testament to what can be done with a few tools, a lot of patience and some brain power. Love it.

  • @CurtisMassey
    @CurtisMassey 3 года назад

    For some reason, it was infinitely satisfying to me that you found and snapped those little magnets into ur vice, and then put on those straight edges.

  • @tolga1cool
    @tolga1cool 4 года назад +5

    "Traditional place to put a battery on a motorcycle" -> inside the airbox lol
    Love your vids dude

    • @henrik7966
      @henrik7966 4 года назад

      it is, especially on enduro bikes

    • @tolga1cool
      @tolga1cool 4 года назад

      @@henrik7966 People do it. Yes. But that's not it's intended place

  • @DillonHuffmanOutdoors
    @DillonHuffmanOutdoors 4 года назад +10

    Find someone in life that looks at you like he looks at his battery box.

    • @TheDiego1255
      @TheDiego1255 3 года назад

      Ok this deserves more upvotes you peeps

  • @hugeinjapan4635
    @hugeinjapan4635 4 года назад

    Finishing what we start can be difficult, sometimes (okay, a WHOLE LOT!). The pride you must have felt at a job well done was palpable. Thanks!

  • @CoachMcCabe
    @CoachMcCabe 4 года назад

    This is what RUclips was created for, you guys are the best and I sincerely wish we were neighbors! So much to create in so little time lol

  • @matthewwisenbaugh3883
    @matthewwisenbaugh3883 4 года назад +9

    You guys have the best content on, and I love seeing you more keep it up please......

  • @mikeythellama
    @mikeythellama 4 года назад +6

    4:00 i didn't know you were a GAMER

  • @PKMartin
    @PKMartin 4 года назад

    I can *taste* the pride and satisfaction coming from this video. There's nothing like the feeling of pushing your limits to build something good quality that you're really proud of.

  • @mlindholm
    @mlindholm 4 года назад

    That turned out more gorgeous than a little hidden battery deserves, and absolutely functional. Great work!

  • @anthonypag9723
    @anthonypag9723 4 года назад +6

    Yaayyyyyyy you finally posted I’ve Been waiting so long

  • @keepflyingraceup698
    @keepflyingraceup698 4 года назад +6

    You don’t know how many times I lose my tools on my tires

  • @turgsh01
    @turgsh01 4 года назад

    Now that you painted it, no one will ever believe you made it without first showing them this video. It just looks too well made to be home made.

  • @dokasamurp9826
    @dokasamurp9826 4 года назад

    When you said black could be boring and you were spraying the white primer, I thought, "OK yea, white could look better." But then that burst of green was a great surprise! Well done!

  • @cameroninfocus916
    @cameroninfocus916 4 года назад +5

    If you’re reading this have a good day :)

  • @bbq1423
    @bbq1423 4 года назад +8

    Ever thought of converting a gasoline motorcycle to electric?

    • @moto1594
      @moto1594 4 года назад +1

      gym shoe I did it. Great project and only cost 1000$ for a bike that does freeway speeds

    • @joejoe4games
      @joejoe4games 4 года назад

      Don't take this the wrong way, but judging by what we have seen of his electronics skills so far he doesn't exactly seem the type for this sort of project.

    • @buscoclanlatinol2494
      @buscoclanlatinol2494 4 года назад

      electric motorcy. HAHAOAHOAHOAHOAHOAHA this is a joke right? go watch rich ppl buying wrecked cars naming themselves mechanics and ''car fans" plz... Jesus sweet Christ

  • @adamalexander1993
    @adamalexander1993 4 года назад +1

    Greatest Channel on RUclips!

  • @skylerb7103
    @skylerb7103 4 года назад

    Woke up to a bad day. It’s all better now that I got this video to watch!! Thanks jake and Jen!! Portland Oregon loves y’all

  • @mrandrew481
    @mrandrew481 4 года назад +5

    There's so many "that's what she said" jokes hidden in here, I feel 13 again

  • @dirtbikefreaks4955
    @dirtbikefreaks4955 4 года назад +1

    Firat i am so excited for a video from you guys. Is anyone else excited?

  • @safccrazy73
    @safccrazy73 4 года назад +3

    I love this content! I was out for a walk with the kids when I got the notification, I was like, "ok kids, we should probably head back now," I couldn't wait to get home and watch video 🤣

  • @hdjxjd
    @hdjxjd 4 года назад +1

    Haha the cut to the editing room for that joke explanation was hilarious.
    Videos are getting mor clever and polished all the time 👍

  • @tundrajt
    @tundrajt 4 года назад

    I loved watching you make this battery box and dang - it came out great! You’d almost think it was factory! It is things like this that expand your horizons and give you the confidence next time to do it again somewhere else. Thank you for showing us this! It wasn’t just informative, but the entertainment is what really sets your videos off. The jokes, the banter - it keeps us all coming back for more and the patience is worth the result!

  • @jeffh4505
    @jeffh4505 4 года назад

    So glad to have you back making videos. Your bad dad jokes make my day. Your ingenuity is so fun to watch, and reminds me that I don't need a machine shop to do a bunch of the stuff I want to do.

  • @trevorjones3755
    @trevorjones3755 4 года назад

    I'm going to school for engineering in the fall and that cardboard mock up really inspired me. I love how someone can make something complex using simple methods!

  • @combatdentist
    @combatdentist 4 года назад +1

    I like the long videos! It makes the videos more enjoyable, and jake is very interesting explaining things. Of course the short ones are good too!

  • @FORSCHISHORD
    @FORSCHISHORD 4 года назад

    You need to post more, your one of few RUclipsrs I miss after you stopped posting regularly

  • @jasonjulian1
    @jasonjulian1 4 года назад

    That is without a doubt the best battery box I've ever seen, custom or factory. Not kidding. Job well done!

  • @ivanoxx
    @ivanoxx 4 года назад

    I enjoyed every 27minutes of this video where you guys create a frickin battery box. This proves that you guys can make content of out everything. Dont ever think about not doing a video about something because it might be "boring" -- Because it's not.

  • @Alfonzo227
    @Alfonzo227 4 года назад

    That battery box is absolutely beautiful! Worth the wait, thanks for documenting the process so well! Nice inspiration for the rest of us.

  • @mkrbrkr
    @mkrbrkr 4 года назад

    On little sheet metal corners, I use a series of tacks. Then, of course, I grind until I can't see my crappy welds. Great job, the end result is superb!

  • @GaryLordsWayMinistry
    @GaryLordsWayMinistry 4 года назад

    You guys crack me up, and it is too bad that you guys can't do more of these project videos more often through. You guys make my day.

  • @worpd_gamer270
    @worpd_gamer270 4 года назад

    Hahaha I love you guys. Your banter is perfect for a Monday morning - and your projects always help me learn and encourages me to work on my own projects. Thanks guys!

  • @gtametro
    @gtametro 4 года назад

    Good work, the finish was excellent and it goes to show you don't need a shop full of expensive tools to make stuff!

  • @richardkeen5828
    @richardkeen5828 4 года назад

    Love Jennies Garage! Best making and fixing stuff in the garage show anywhere!

  • @metaldog7128
    @metaldog7128 4 года назад +3

    Love you guys , please don’t be gone so long 😁 I’ve been getting withdrawal symptoms 🥴

  • @TomsTinkeringandAdventures
    @TomsTinkeringandAdventures 4 года назад

    Looks like Project Binky has brought their cardboard aided design and their love of brackets to your channel.

  • @jackchapman4420
    @jackchapman4420 4 года назад

    I love you two so much. I get so stoked when your videos drop. Thank you for the time you spend on letting us into your lives.

  • @fordilac
    @fordilac 4 года назад

    Excellent job, a lot more complicated than most people realize.

  • @SnowyPe
    @SnowyPe 4 года назад

    I am much the same with any project. I sit back and stare at it for days on end. That was an awesome fabricated battery box you made without specialized tools. GOOD JOB MAN

  • @darthgoggins1747
    @darthgoggins1747 4 года назад

    You're a lot like me in that if you don't have what you need you find a way. Be very proud you fabricated a part that never existed and made it look factory. Nice work indeed. 😉👍👌🙏

  • @joshbridges9234
    @joshbridges9234 4 года назад

    12:45 shows how great these videos are. Not only are they so fun and entertaining but there’s so many interesting tricks you learn!

  • @alfinsk1411
    @alfinsk1411 4 года назад

    Your videos gives me so much motivation to overcome my "screwing fear to ducky things Up"

  • @grumpyartist9416
    @grumpyartist9416 4 года назад

    Thanks for the levity and the clean language!

  • @The33TIGGER33
    @The33TIGGER33 4 года назад

    Awesome work there. Glad to see that you flipped the battery over and got the positive terminal away from the steel. Keep up the good work.

  • @Stephen033
    @Stephen033 4 года назад

    You both need to upload alot more often, i would love to watch a new video 1 to 2 times a week from you guys, I have learned alot from your videos and i always can't wait to watch a new video. Thank you for everything and keep uo the great work you do. Hope you all have a blessed night.

  • @billwalters4794
    @billwalters4794 4 года назад

    “Not good at impressions”...I laughed out loud and it scared my wife. Great video!

  • @timothykronser135
    @timothykronser135 4 года назад +1

    Love it when you are feeling the itch to create something. You guys are awesome, and the process is as entertaining as the results.

  • @okiemoto6114
    @okiemoto6114 4 года назад

    Brilliant work and humor!
    As a carpenter I like to put an X on the piece I need to keep before cutting. Just a nice tip to keep you on point with the project. Thank you for sharing.

  • @DonaldChapman
    @DonaldChapman 4 года назад

    I love that foot massager! Also I am glad to be your audience to let you do the things you want to do deep down. Hopefully I can take a lesson from this!

  • @ryanmartie1244
    @ryanmartie1244 4 года назад

    It's...it's...it's the most beautiful battery box I've ever seen! Well done!

  • @JorgeRodriguez-ei2gi
    @JorgeRodriguez-ei2gi 2 года назад +1

    Outstanding job with your wife bike & her battery tray ,thanks,keep sharing ,well explained Mr,Say hello Joe & Bros,suscribes,thanks.

  • @randallmartens6204
    @randallmartens6204 4 года назад

    JAKE...I love these vids!!! Film the little things, morning coffee wJen.etc. Don't try to be aPerfectionist. Ten to 15min of simple content everyday will keep your Fans HAPPY!!!! Keep it simple. People i introduce to your channel , love to see the interaction with you and Jen as much as the bike projects...a 12min video of conversation about the current project or up coming projects will work great, then if it takes a month to finish a project build, theFans are still HAPPY! Rand

  • @saltwateredition929
    @saltwateredition929 4 года назад

    Awesome battery box. Turned out, shall I say, 'Perfect'.

  • @geexskill
    @geexskill 4 года назад

    Thanks for the awesome video. Sometimes when I work on metal, cutting or drilling some holes I hear your voice in my head!

  • @MrXyrrex
    @MrXyrrex 4 года назад

    Seeing the final lime green result was so incredibly satisfying! You guys are both amazing ~

  • @nike12000haha
    @nike12000haha 4 года назад

    Your level of patience is saintly!

  • @jeremyfarley423
    @jeremyfarley423 4 года назад

    I am really impressed! I can't make anything nearly that good. I just made a couple of carpeted floor panels for my $hitty fishing boat where I cut some plywood into shapes, cut some cheap outdoor carpet and stapled it all together thinking I just made a masterpiece. This battery box is a TRUE masterpiece. well done!!

  • @mongo2218
    @mongo2218 4 года назад

    I love this. That feeling of creating and building something of your own, it’s just awesome. Watching you figure it out and using the tools you have available gave me that joy at every step in this video. You guys are awesome.

  • @chebbyshev2204
    @chebbyshev2204 4 года назад

    I'm glad you have an audience that motivates you to make videos, because I love watching your stuff.

  • @newvintage1554
    @newvintage1554 4 года назад +1

    Yes admire your custom work like I admire your channel.

  • @andrewquigley8052
    @andrewquigley8052 3 года назад

    In all seriousness this battery box really is quite the piece of hardware, I’d be hard pressed to make something as clean and as functional as you have done here. Props

  • @Jon.O
    @Jon.O 4 года назад

    Great job making that bracket with basic tools, the finished product looked great. Love your humour, keep the vids coming!

  • @RcFlyer49
    @RcFlyer49 4 года назад

    You two are the best. I notice and appreciate the increased time and quality of production in this video. Thank you so much for sharing this project.

  • @abexuro
    @abexuro 4 года назад

    I hesitantly clicked on this thinking why should I watch a video about a custom battery box. But it turned out really interesting, awesome job!

  • @TheLepec93
    @TheLepec93 3 года назад

    Wish I could like this video twice. That was amazing.