"Gently tap it with a rubber mallet." Brilliant - In the abattoirs I worked at, the artisans used to do a lot of "gentle tapping" with a hammer to fix issues :)
I’ve just bought a Scout Folding Tricycle 2nd hand after watching this and I’m going to give it a go. I’ve got real mobility issues and can only walk a few metres, so hopefully I will be able to go cycling with my 11 year old daughter. I would have loved another video showing how you connected everything up, including the battery. If I have any problems (I’m an ex teacher, not mechanic) I’m giving you another shout.
Love this - thank you! I'm very amateur (welding, mechanics etc), but going to have a crack anyway for my Son's trike, that he uses to drag his mate and their fishing gear down to the river. I modified his to have a decent loading platform instead of the basket. An 1800w motor I'm looking at should do nicely 😅. Thanks again!👌
Seems like he’s running a 12V system with standard car battery. You can pick up a 2nd hand good battery for less than £20, look around on FB marketplace ok just message one of the guys doing scrap runs. Often they pick up vehicles that are going scrap but still have decent or even new battery in them. And then charging such system is easy as well
The best thing about electric bikes are the ability to use electric tool battery to run them... That 36v? A Ryobi 40v lawnmower battery can get a few smiles out of. While that 48v might use the e-Go 56v platform. Bases with 10g wire leads can be found off eBay or have them printed up from 3d printer. Robotics have been useing them in kids project everywhere.
Hi Robert ~ sorry if I'm wrong but I don't recall you including the cost of the battery. Perhaps you could do a part 3 to show the options i.e. lead acid etc. KR AndyT(UK)
From experience it's usually the battery that costs the most, obviously with a trike - lead acid is a viable option, especially for nipping back and forth to Asda, don't forget to carry a bicycle lock with you:-)
@@generalawareness101 I've seen some videos on RUclips than some supermarkets in the US allow you to ride instore, it was the first thing that came to mind as soon as Rob fitted the basket, imagine filling up and using "scan and go" then riding home.
@@dav1dbone WOW, never heard of that or seen that. I would think OSHA would get involved and the insurance would be hideous for the company that allowed that since accidents will happen.
@@generalawareness101 It was a channel I used to follow, he built e trikes, an old ex.military guy with little dog, he'd ride around all day up and down the beach, in and out shops, it's likely stores would view his trike as a mobility "scooter", never any hassle riding up and down the aisles.
@@dav1dbone Yes, beach life is so much more relaxed 100% for sure, and none of those shops would say anything about it. Now in a city, in the USA, forget it.
Thanks to this video and the part one video, you got a new subscriber This is exactly what I want to make myself, and then I find this video Thank you for sharing and making this helpful video!
I wish I had known all this before I paid over £2000 for my underpowered, poorly geared, electric trike 3 years ago! This is so inexpensive, I am tempted to do the same thing but my trike has a tilt function so I can lean it round bends - which I would hate to be without, so I will use the knowledge gained from these videos to upgrade my trike this year. Fingers crossed.
Liked the conversions. I have an adult pedal tricycle that was brought on Amazon that I would like to convert into an electric pedal assist. Do you have the plan blueprint to help me with the conversions ? Thank you.
I am looking at this for a disabled family member. Given the axle motor in the front wheel with all the switches and controls or buying everything separate like you have done. What comes out cheapest/easiest ? If you have a parts list you could send me would be great. (more of a visual learner)🙂
Any idea of the weight difference between this and the paper trike? Can't wait to see any improvements (diy motor, diy batteries) that come after this. At this rate you'll have to take on investors for the RMS Motor works. 😄
I know you mega-sized the basket, but maybe consider an under-basket carrier for the motor and battery to maintain maximum storage? Sorry to see the pretty paint burnt off with the welding.
Would benefit from handlebar mirrors, bell, lights and reflectors and padlock with chain. Could re-purpose bell from typewriter or something, same for other attachments. Let one's imagination can run wild! Maybe a triangular sign at back saying “Warning - Hand Signals Only” :-)
I was going to build a 50cc 2 stroke trike like this but i failed to find a suitable transaxle / differential for a small axle. I enjoyed the video thanks.
@@ThinkingandTinkering i watched the video thanks for the heads up.😃 only problem is i would have to figure out the brakes, because i wouldn't be able to put them on the axle.
Hello I'm currently doing this exact build and need help with reassembly. I didn't follow advice and take pre photos I only have post photos. There is a spacer I can't find where it goes?
Why not use a small 2 cycle generator? Those things have gotten pretty cheap plus they are small and quiet. I don't really see any big issues one would have figuring out voltage regulation etc to get it working.
I live in London(UK), and I have been trying to find an electric tricycle with roof/doors/chassis. Basically wind and rain proof, and totally encased from the outside elements. Does anyone know where I can buy one... Or I can pay someone to build this for me ? ?
Yes but you might as well go ahead buy a cheap potentiometer while you're at it and although it's not a real throttle it's a hell of a lot better than only having off and full throttle on m
I did the same thing (almost) A used trike i got for cheap, a 1.2Kw 36V kit from china FWD...and alot of written off mobile mast li-ion batteries in the box between rear wheels. 126ah 36V takes all the range anxiety away....another 126Ah in the trailer i can tow if need arises...
@@tanyaalexander6901 I don't know where you live, but it's illegal here in Canada, only electric allowed. Make sure it's street legal before you start!
@@ThinkingandTinkering no problem, I know it sounded a bit pathetic to even mention it but you don't deserve points on your licence for going to asda at 15mph on a push iron 🤣 the UK laws on light electric tranceport need radical change urgently
@Rik rik i agree with your comments they make perfect sense I would also say that all 250watt motors that are road legal are peaking there power way above 250watts more like 550watts and higher otherwise you wouldn’t be able to pull heavy loads or climb steeper hills. I currently own 36volt electric wheel kit That’s rated at 350watts but the controller is rated at 7amps continuous making the motor output 252watts but a Peake of 15 amps making it 540watts.i agree it shouldn’t be about Watts but about speed that you travel.
That MY1020 500 watt motor is 24 volts at about 2500 rpm at about 15 MPH (24KPH) , well it can handle 36 volts which makes it 1000 watts at 3750 rpm which will bring you to the maximum legal 20 MPH (32KPH). You only made one ERROR, you forgot the freewheel ($10) for the motor gear on the axle. Without it you will be peddling while dragging the motor which makes it harder to pedal and the motor is now a generator. A 36 volt motor controller is about the same price but if the one you have has 50 volt capacitors you can use that one if not change the capacitors to 50 volt same capacity or just buy another controller. CHEERS.
to be honest a flywheel doesn't sound right - I would think you could just break the live on the motor with a switch - no circuit - no work. It seems to me a flywheel adds a workload but stores the energy for later
@@ThinkingandTinkering No matter what you do you will be fighting the permanent magnets all the time you pedal, plus the drag of the chain and sprockets. Not ideal if you are old like we are, but would provide a great workout for the young....lol. CHEERS.
Hi Mr Smith, I know you are a busy man, but just wondering if you have maybe found someone who might help my dream come true 👍♿, Thank you for your time, ROB.
Less than £300 quid if you are very lucky to find a super cheap motor and super cheap controller/throttle. and if batteries are free. A 1000W bike is not legal on the british roads at any speed. The speed you refer to is for throttle only on a bike which is normally pedelec. The maximum legal motor power (that is rated power, not peak) is 250W. Your motor looks like it's rated 1000W so could probably handle peak power of double that. You have an electric moped, which must conform to the construction and use regs, be insured, you need a licence, helmet etc. I would prefer to live in your world but unfortunately we have to live in the regulatory framework we have or campaign to change it. Please - I hope nobody gets nicked for following your advice.
Hi 👋 , Please can someone help I'm in need of a a wielding company,who might build a tricycle as I'm a full-time wheelchair user. It would give my inner self a new life instead of 24/7 indoors. Thank you God bless.
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robrert, this series was just what i've been looking for after just building this tricycle, much appreciated, (stroke survivor) thank you
"Gently tap it with a rubber mallet." Brilliant - In the abattoirs I worked at, the artisans used to do a lot of "gentle tapping" with a hammer to fix issues :)
Just about everyone uses a hammer to fix issues.
I’ve just bought a Scout Folding Tricycle 2nd hand after watching this and I’m going to give it a go. I’ve got real mobility issues and can only walk a few metres, so hopefully I will be able to go cycling with my 11 year old daughter. I would have loved another video showing how you connected everything up, including the battery. If I have any problems (I’m an ex teacher, not mechanic) I’m giving you another shout.
Love this - thank you! I'm very amateur (welding, mechanics etc), but going to have a crack anyway for my Son's trike, that he uses to drag his mate and their fishing gear down to the river. I modified his to have a decent loading platform instead of the basket. An 1800w motor I'm looking at should do nicely 😅. Thanks again!👌
I think you enjoyed this build as much as we did seeing it
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Great! I noticed that rather large solar panel and wondered wouldn't it make a rather nice roof for the trike as well as charging it up? 😁
Thank you.
I wondered how the motor mounted.
Now I know and can modify for a different motor.
I used to have a bumper sticker that said...
"Horn broke, watch for finger"
Great stuff Robert...What about the battery?
Seems like he’s running a 12V system with standard car battery. You can pick up a 2nd hand good battery for less than £20, look around on FB marketplace ok just message one of the guys doing scrap runs. Often they pick up vehicles that are going scrap but still have decent or even new battery in them. And then charging such system is easy as well
The best thing about electric bikes are the ability to use electric tool battery to run them... That 36v? A Ryobi 40v lawnmower battery can get a few smiles out of. While that 48v might use the e-Go 56v platform. Bases with 10g wire leads can be found off eBay or have them printed up from 3d printer. Robotics have been useing them in kids project everywhere.
Nice tid bit of info!
Love it, definitely a keeper!
Definitely!
Hi Robert ~ sorry if I'm wrong but I don't recall you including the cost of the battery. Perhaps you could do a part 3 to show the options i.e. lead acid etc. KR AndyT(UK)
A car battery, lead acid. Cheap and easy solution
A good battery will cost at least another £300 quid Robert knows this but pointedly fails to mention it Hmmmmmmmmmmm!
From experience it's usually the battery that costs the most, obviously with a trike - lead acid is a viable option, especially for nipping back and forth to Asda, don't forget to carry a bicycle lock with you:-)
Nip off to Walmart here when you come out the trike would be gone.
@@generalawareness101 I've seen some videos on RUclips than some supermarkets in the US allow you to ride instore, it was the first thing that came to mind as soon as Rob fitted the basket, imagine filling up and using "scan and go" then riding home.
@@dav1dbone WOW, never heard of that or seen that. I would think OSHA would get involved and the insurance would be hideous for the company that allowed that since accidents will happen.
@@generalawareness101 It was a channel I used to follow, he built e trikes, an old ex.military guy with little dog, he'd ride around all day up and down the beach, in and out shops, it's likely stores would view his trike as a mobility "scooter", never any hassle riding up and down the aisles.
@@dav1dbone Yes, beach life is so much more relaxed 100% for sure, and none of those shops would say anything about it. Now in a city, in the USA, forget it.
Fantastic video, very well explained.
Glad it was helpful!
Can you give us links to buy the bike and parts, please?
Thanks to this video and the part one video, you got a new subscriber
This is exactly what I want to make myself, and then I find this video
Thank you for sharing and making this helpful video!
Pope-mobil trike. I could imagine Pope riding it. :-)
I wish I had known all this before I paid over £2000 for my underpowered, poorly geared, electric trike 3 years ago! This is so inexpensive, I am tempted to do the same thing but my trike has a tilt function so I can lean it round bends - which I would hate to be without, so I will use the knowledge gained from these videos to upgrade my trike this year. Fingers crossed.
Awesome work. I think I'm going to make a reverse trike after seeing this mate
That's a Shopping Cart.. LOL. Good job
The best part is when riding, all you can do is laugh. :)
Liked the conversions. I have an adult pedal tricycle that was brought on Amazon that I would like to convert into an electric pedal assist. Do you have the plan blueprint to help me with the conversions ? Thank you.
do you happen to have a step by step and/or a schematic for this at all? im planning to do the same thing on my tricycle...
Awesome! Thanks! 👏
You bet!
I am looking at this for a disabled family member. Given the axle motor in the front wheel with all the switches and controls or buying everything separate like you have done. What comes out cheapest/easiest ? If you have a parts list you could send me would be great. (more of a visual learner)🙂
Thank you for doing this setup!
No worries!
Any idea of the weight difference between this and the paper trike? Can't wait to see any improvements (diy motor, diy batteries) that come after this. At this rate you'll have to take on investors for the RMS Motor works. 😄
BRILIANT!
I know you mega-sized the basket, but maybe consider an under-basket carrier for the motor and battery to maintain maximum storage? Sorry to see the pretty paint burnt off with the welding.
Would benefit from handlebar mirrors, bell, lights and reflectors and padlock with chain. Could re-purpose bell from typewriter or something, same for other attachments. Let one's imagination can run wild! Maybe a triangular sign at back saying “Warning - Hand Signals Only” :-)
Hello!
Thank you!
I was going to build a 50cc 2 stroke trike like this but i failed to find a suitable transaxle / differential for a small axle. I enjoyed the video thanks.
we did a video where we made a differential from bike hubs mate
@@ThinkingandTinkering i watched the video thanks for the heads up.😃 only problem is i would have to figure out the brakes, because i wouldn't be able to put them on the axle.
@@wyattsitt8374 you could always use rim brakes like on a push bike or brake disks on the actual wheel
Hello I'm currently doing this exact build and need help with reassembly. I didn't follow advice and take pre photos I only have post photos. There is a spacer I can't find where it goes?
Here in the States, the speed limit for an e-bike is 20mph... and I thought that was a little slow!! LOL!!
I was disappointed you did not cover installing the motor, putting the new basket back on. How to adust tightness.
It's a safe idea a tricycle because when a lorry passes you on a bicycle it kinda sucks you off 'not in a pleasurable way ' lol
Out of curiosity… what is it like peddling without the power on? Does the motor give a lot of drag?
Thanks
Surely the next logical step would be to power it from one of your own battery designs to show the advantage over traditional lead acid batteries?
Great video mate
Thanks 👍
Why not use a small 2 cycle generator? Those things have gotten pretty cheap plus they are small and quiet. I don't really see any big issues one would have figuring out voltage regulation etc to get it working.
I live in London(UK), and I have been trying to find an electric tricycle with roof/doors/chassis. Basically wind and rain proof, and totally encased from the outside elements. Does anyone know where I can buy one... Or I can pay someone to build this for me ? ?
By the way... Before people start with the sarcasm. No I don't want a car! Genuinely looking for an all weather, fully enclosed electric tricycle.
you're limited to 3.7mph? I think its 20mph here. Can you direct wire a motor like this one , just on and off no "throttle"?
Yes but you might as well go ahead buy a cheap potentiometer while you're at it and although it's not a real throttle it's a hell of a lot better than only having off and full throttle on
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howwould you make both rer wheelsdrive?
Try 24 volts Murray!
That will get you cackling!
I did the same thing (almost) A used trike i got for cheap, a 1.2Kw 36V kit from china FWD...and alot of written off mobile mast li-ion batteries in the box between rear wheels. 126ah 36V takes all the range anxiety away....another 126Ah in the trailer i can tow if need arises...
Hi Robert I'm trying build a tricycles for adults using a gas engine any Idea hoe to start
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@@tanyaalexander6901 I don't know where you live, but it's illegal here in Canada, only electric allowed. Make sure it's street legal before you start!
Can you do mine please? My partner recovering hip replacement n I'm worried she'll never go cycling with me again...
3.7 mph limited, its like going backwards. I`m afraid that`s not too correct the speed is limited to 15 mph whatever the means of acceleration.
What about the battery were did you get a battery motor charger bike all for three ;?
What adjustment would be required to make it legal up to 15 mph like all the electric bikes on the road these days.
pedal assist electronics - basically a cadence sensor, torque sensor, bike speed sensor and a control board
@@ThinkingandTinkering Oh yes - and a much smaller motor!
That's amazing mate but just so you know the legal definition of pedal assist is that the the motor only works whilst you are pedaling
cheers mate
@@ThinkingandTinkering no problem, I know it sounded a bit pathetic to even mention it but you don't deserve points on your licence for going to asda at 15mph on a push iron 🤣 the UK laws on light electric tranceport need radical change urgently
I think you said it’s a 500watt motor wouldn’t that make it illegal seeing the current UK law is 250watt. Great build though
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@Rik rik i agree with your comments they make perfect sense I would also say that all 250watt motors that are road legal are peaking there power way above 250watts more like 550watts and higher otherwise you wouldn’t be able to pull heavy loads or climb steeper hills. I currently own 36volt electric wheel kit That’s rated at 350watts but the controller is rated at 7amps continuous making the motor output 252watts but a Peake of 15 amps making it 540watts.i agree it shouldn’t be about Watts but about speed that you travel.
The more powerful motors are better on 2 wheel bikes. 15 mph on a trike would be dangerous in a curve.
You don't talk about the type of battery and the cost?
I always use lead acid - but battery choice is really up to you
@@ThinkingandTinkering How much are lead acid batteries like the one you used Robert? Thanks for all your videos!
@@mattzere78 most scrap yards will sell you a 12v car battery for around £10/15 tested and working.
3.7 mph.?..................that trike should be doing burnouts!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! what is this? just kidding i do totally get it. good video. thanks.
Great video but seriously lacking relevant detail about the batteries used to power the motor 😢
Do you know anyone in Bham who would be able to convert my trike please. kind regards
Not so much of a ‘how to’ video more of a ‘wot I dun’.
That MY1020 500 watt motor is 24 volts at about 2500 rpm at about 15 MPH (24KPH) , well it can handle 36 volts which makes it 1000 watts at 3750 rpm which will bring you to the maximum legal 20 MPH (32KPH). You only made one ERROR, you forgot the freewheel ($10) for the motor gear on the axle. Without it you will be peddling while dragging the motor which makes it harder to pedal and the motor is now a generator. A 36 volt motor controller is about the same price but if the one you have has 50 volt capacitors you can use that one if not change the capacitors to 50 volt same capacity or just buy another controller. CHEERS.
to be honest a flywheel doesn't sound right - I would think you could just break the live on the motor with a switch - no circuit - no work. It seems to me a flywheel adds a workload but stores the energy for later
@@ThinkingandTinkering No matter what you do you will be fighting the permanent magnets all the time you pedal, plus the drag of the chain and sprockets. Not ideal if you are old like we are, but would provide a great workout for the young....lol. CHEERS.
3.7mph? There is clearly something I don't understand. I thought electric bicycles were allowed to go at 15mph.
Please translate 'going to azda'. I have no idea what that means :-(
Going to the shop. Big supermarket
I hope you did not get wet ride your bike. Are you and Luke ready to sell ice creams on your bike .
Hi Mr Smith, I know you are a busy man, but just wondering if you have maybe found someone who might help my dream come true 👍♿, Thank you for your time, ROB.
Please try to restrain yourself sir you're having entirely too much fun
Less than £300 quid if you are very lucky to find a super cheap motor and super cheap controller/throttle. and if batteries are free. A 1000W bike is not legal on the british roads at any speed. The speed you refer to is for throttle only on a bike which is normally pedelec. The maximum legal motor power (that is rated power, not peak) is 250W. Your motor looks like it's rated 1000W so could probably handle peak power of double that. You have an electric moped, which must conform to the construction and use regs, be insured, you need a licence, helmet etc. I would prefer to live in your world but unfortunately we have to live in the regulatory framework we have or campaign to change it. Please - I hope nobody gets nicked for following your advice.
3.7 mph?! mobility scooters are faster than that.
apparently batteries were free...
Not free, but you can buy broken ebikes just for the batteries. I find them all the time for around 100-200 dollars.
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Hub motor kits run around 250 bucks American , no need for all this re-engineering and welding
Hi 👋 , Please can someone help I'm in need of a a wielding company,who might build a tricycle as I'm a full-time wheelchair user. It would give my inner self a new life instead of 24/7 indoors. Thank you God bless.
where are you mate?
Brighton , East Sussex ,.