Golden Eagle Bike Engine Motor For Bicycle

February 26, 2011 Start Your Engine

2011-02-26T14:13:00.003-05:00

Sunshine and warm means slowly prime, slowly pull a few times for oil to lube, prime fuel, choke up, and PUUUUULLLLLL!

One pull and the Golden Eagle Engine comes alive!

I let it run a while. Next move is to change oil. Add glue to spokes where ring connects. Check and lube cables. Check air filter in motor.

Current mileage is: 5,901 miles

Restored Rebuilt Ready to Roll - May 14, 2010

2010-05-17T12:02:00.001-04:00

Decided to get new heavy spoke rim. Had Golden Eagle attach a new belt ring so everything is top engineer notched. Put a new spring on the built release. Got a new gear. Realized I had plum wore our my current clutch to belt shaft. So decided to order and try out the new Golden Eagle Clutch Casing.
Nice.
It is lighter. Gives more RPMs. Also has eight air slots to cool the clutch bell. Will show the complete change with details shortly.
Gave the bike a short 3 mile test. Verrry nice.
Everything is tight again.
Ready for Spring/Summer.
Current miles 5,404.

MARCH 19, 2010 : 22 hours 31 minutes to Spring

2010-03-19T14:58:00.002-04:00

At last. Spring doth arrive. Polishing wheels. Re-welded the bike engine rack. It broke on the top bend when I hit a large bump. Put in a new spoke. The sun is finally out and temperatures went up today. Flowers have their heads up.
22 hours 28 minutes.....
Spring!

Winter Waiting : Happy 2010

2010-01-21T11:16:00.002-05:00

WOW. Where doth the days go. Broke the 5000 mark and have continued the ride. After lots of snow and freezings, we had a warm day. Jumped on the bike. To the gas station. Put my 47 cents of premium in and headed down the road.
Kabooooooph. Back tire goes flat. Patch it. Flat. Triple patch it. Flat.
Time to walk. Got a half mile and a neighbor saw me and returned me to the homestead.

Frozen thawed rubber can tear. LOL.

Watching for next warmer dry day. The motor started right up.
This is a great kit.
http://BikeEngines.com

more sooon...

Closing in on 5000. October jubilee rides

2009-10-02T13:22:00.003-04:00

Enjoying the first Autumn rides.
Hit a train track and broke the engine rack on the top corner. Did a coat hanger repair.
May reinforce the top bends somehow for extra support. - lots of tracks around here.

Closing in on 5000 miles. Still a b s o l u t e l y love this kit.

4000 Miles !

2009-07-01T01:12:00.000-04:00

Around 00:30 I hit the 4000 mile mark. The engine is running great and the kit is a great joy. Happy July 1 everyone.

Two Year Golden Eagle Anniversary

2009-06-25T09:50:00.000-04:00

June 25, 2009 is two year anniversary since enjoying my Golden Eagle Bike Engine.

I Must Give God Credit

2009-04-18T22:28:00.000-04:00

Took a 25 mile ride on many far off backroads.
Got back home. Pulled up. Got off. Opened the door. And heard a woosh. Looked back and saw the back tire go flat.

God got me back before letting the tire go flat.
That is how much He cares.

April 9, 2009 Ah, It Feels Good To Be Out

2009-04-10T12:55:00.003-04:00

After rain, snows, winds, colds, ...

At last had a warm sunny day to enjoy. The motor is working perfectly. You can view my zoom-along videos. Great day.

For videos:
Click for videos

BACK IN THE SADDLE

2009-02-26T20:38:00.000-05:00

A nice 21 mile ride. Works better than ever. The new #12 gear boosted me about 3 mph.
Cruise is nearly 30mph now.

Great day. Warm and beautiful.

Warm day but not in town

2009-02-09T14:13:00.000-05:00

Warm days have come through. But out of town so cannot use the bicycle. It won't be long...

Belt Problem Opportunity : New Gear

2008-11-20T20:26:00.003-05:00

Had a belt slip again. Hmmm. Changed it not long ago. Everything looks OK. I called the professional Julia at Golden Eagle. We discussed and I tweaked. Still slipped. I called again and talked to Dennis. His conclusion was the same as Julia's but with more technical jargon to share.

Julia felt the gear was worn but I had trouble understanding how to observe it.

Sure enough, after ordering a new gear, one size larger, it was obvious that mine was worn when the new one arrived. Pictures soon for details...

Gear : $29
Belt : $29

Therefore, the conclusion of this matter is that with a number 13 gear versus a number 12 the bicycle is zooming along once again.

All the belts I have are still good so I should be covered until at least the year 2155.

I can tell a noticeable difference. Everything is tighter and I pulled one of the largest hills in the area, peddling included, and did not have any problem eventhough I was using the previous belt which had slipped alot on worn gear #12.

I love this invention.
GEBE no freebee but so worth the mirth.

more soon...

3333 Miles on The Golden Eagle Bike Engine

2008-10-15T17:20:00.000-04:00

3333 Miles on The Golden Eagle Bike Engine

HELLO SAN DIEGO ! 3000 miles!

2008-09-13T17:14:00.002-04:00

I hit the 3000 mile mark!
Virtual Pretend Bike Journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific:
Going the northern I-40 route (2,963 miles) I just splashed into the Pacific Ocean!

Going the southern route through Houston to El Paso, Tucson and then on to San Diego, I have 38 miles to go.

ONE more! If I put the Atlantic start point, Long Beach New York, and put the finish point, Sunset Cliffs San Diego California, then the trip is only 2,780 miles. Thus my 3002 trip has me heading north and places me 50+ miles north of Los Angeles!

What a great journey on my Golden Eagle Bike Engine kit. BikeEngines.com

More soon!

2800 Miles! Just Crossed Into California!

2008-08-30T23:17:00.001-04:00

My Virtual Pretend Bike Journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific now has me just west of Yuma California!

New Rim - August 22, 2008 - It's Great To Ride Again!

2008-08-22T21:24:00.002-04:00

I have installed my new bicycle rim with the larger 105mm spokes. This shows everything except centering the Golden Eagle disk which is a simple process of tapping the ring here and there to get it as true centered as possible. I'll show that soon.

AtLast : New Rim is on the Way

2008-08-11T18:06:00.000-04:00

Got my notice that UPS is on the way. New rim. Stronger spokes. Better knowledge of what not to do and what to do to avoid another broken rim.

The worse thing about not having my Golden Eagle Bicycle working is ~ that I now have no excuse for myself not to have to work.

THINGS I'M LEARNING

2008-07-25T13:21:00.007-04:00

Just had a great talk to GEBE.

1. Very important information on the Tension Lever:
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=13661

2. Information of Spokes
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=13647

He broke a spoke
And spoke he's broke
So spare the bloke
The spare he broke
And give the bloke
A brand new spoke.

http://goldeneaglebikeengine.blogspot.com
Blog Kit Build and Experience from June 2007
Golden Eagle Bike Engine ~ Subaru Robin 35cc 4 Stroke
Current miles : 2,664

Uh Oh ... Spokes break

2008-07-24T23:10:00.005-04:00

Three spokes appeared to have broken at once today. I noticed other loose ones. The tire rim is 'S' shape bent.

I've started some forum exploring for the next move.
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=13647

Bicycle shop stayed open after hours for me.
Owner had many good ideas.

Not sure on the best approach. New rim? Different spokes? Spoke anchors?

More soon.

Still had a great ride before having to stop and call a great friend.
My Virtual Pretend Bike Journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific now has me Gila Bend, Arizona, just southwest of Phoenix.

Wonderful.

2400+ Miles : Summer Journey

2008-07-11T21:17:00.004-04:00

Took a very nice vacation ride. 70 miles.
Added video here

June 26, 2008 : 88 Mile Record Ride : 1st Anniversary!

2008-06-26T23:33:00.002-04:00

Had a most wonderful record ride today. 88 miles. Mountains, farms, streams, lakes, rivers, cows, birds, goats and an ostrich!

A very nice 1st Anniversary ride.

Virtual Pretend Bike Journey:
Success. Just crossed the Texas border in New Mexico on I-10.
If I go via I-40 just made it into Arizona from New Mexico.

ANNIVERSARY !

2008-06-26T10:45:00.004-04:00

June 25, 2007 Installed the Kit
June 26, 2007 Had my first ride!
I will give my one year analysis shortly.

Concerning my VPBJ Virtual Pretend Bike Journey, I have discovered if I qwirk back in time and take I-40 versus I-10, I can say that I crossed Oklahoma, Texas, and almost across New Mexico to Arizona.
I-10 has me running up the border of Texas towards El Paso.

Was hoping to make it to San Diego but my 50 day hospital/recovery furlough slowed the plan down.

So today in honor of One Year Anniversary from the First Ride, I shall venture out on my Golden Eagle Bike Engine Kit Bicycle and enjoy!

Current mileage: 2222 miles. (actually 2,223 but 2222 sounds better.)

Videos : Golden Eagle Bike Engine Motorized Bicycle : GEBE

2008-06-23T23:11:00.009-04:00

New Rim with larger 105mm spokes : August 22, 2008

Ride Video 3 : July 11, 2008

Video 2 : June 26, 2008 : One Year Anniversary!

Video 1 : June 23, 2008

Tank modification : Almost One Year Anniversary! 2200 Miles!

2008-06-23T13:30:00.011-04:00

Working on modifying the gas tank so the air pressure will leave allowing an easier way to fill it up at the station.

Now the rear of the bike needs lifted for the trapped air bubbles to come out. Then the tank can be filled.

I found a package of 6 squirt guns for $1.00 at walmart. The plug used to hold water inside the playgun is what I used for the back of the engine gas tank. It worked.

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ALMOST the One Year Anniversary!
Click here to see the Kit and Installation

Great Ride ... Broken Spring ... 2100 Miles

2008-06-20T15:17:00.005-04:00

2144 Miles on the Golden Eagle Bike Engine.

Way out in the country the belt quit working. I looked down and it was not broken but was loose.

I stopped and saw the tension lever flapping. It turns out the spring which holds the lever had broken. I took a bungee cord and looped and pulled the lever towards the seat. This worked. Very glad because I was miles from help and no cellphone signal.

Don't know why the spring broke. You can see the connector hole at the bottom of the lever. Also you can see that the top of the spring, the part with the hook, is missing.

Great ride though! In my Virtual Pretend Bike Journey I am now at the west border of Texas!

CELEBRATION ! Ordered Kit 1 Year Ago !

2008-06-18T11:11:00.001-04:00

Ordered my Golden Eagle Bicycle Kit one year ago today !

2000 MILES !

2008-05-24T16:15:00.003-04:00

Made it to the Golden Eagle 2000 Mile mark. 2006 to be exact. A beautiful day and a perfect ride.

A few weeks ago I ordered a 2 new belts. My first belt had one spot on it where the grooves were slightly worn causing a knock/slap sound while riding full throttle. I put the new belt on and carry the second just in case.

The worn grooves in only one spot was curious. It possibly came this way: When riding down a steep hill, the engine throttle is not used. Once the ground levels, if you immediately hit the throttle without pedaling, there is a peculiar slap sound as the belt engages. Even a few pedals may not stop the loud slap of the belt. If you pedal until all bicycle motion is controlled by your pedaling, and then slowly start the throttle pressure, the slapping usually will not occur.

I may have damaged the first belt as I learned proper procedures.

Other than that, I have changed the oil and everything works great. I noticed this last trip I may have increased one (1) mile per hour. They said the Subaru Robin engine would get better and better with age and use.

Great Spring. Great bicycle kit. Great riding and a great way to enjoy our Lord's creation.

On my Virtual Pretend Bike Journey I am now just east of Pecos Texas!

1700 Miles!

2008-03-26T23:50:00.002-04:00

Temperatures are up and the rides are great. Lets see, my Virtual Pretend Bike Journey from Long Beach New York at the Atlantic Ocean to San Diego California at the Pacific Ocean, would have me at ... west of Fort Worth Texas, closing in on Abilene. Here we go!

Spring!

2008-03-20T22:24:00.000-04:00

25 miles, all smiles.

March 3 2008 : Spring is Near

2008-03-03T12:01:00.004-05:00

We're closing in on Spring. Have just had a few small rides but preparing the bike for the bigger ones. I sure like the 200 miles a gallon of the Robin Engine. The Golden Eagle Bike Engine kit has held up very well over a cold winter. I had to keep the bicycle outside due to the engine smell indoors. However, it always started quickly regardless of the temperatures. Nothing broke with the kit parts - throttle, kill switch, spokes ring, cables or main gear belt. I am very pleased with this system. It has passed all tests wonderfully.

The only crack I had was in the plastic gear/belt shield. This shield can vibrate while riding due to engine, wind, or bumps. One bump cracked it at the connecting bolt section. Nothing major.

What I decided to do is use the soft side of the velcro strips I had. I placed them on the inside and edges of the shield. This silenced nearly all noise and bad vibration hinderances from the shield while riding. I'll add a photograph.

The time change comes March 9 so we'll have more light in the evening.

More soon.

1600 Miles !

2008-01-29T23:28:00.001-05:00

A few miles here, a few miles there,
Here a chill, there a hill,
Everywhere a thrill thrill.
Ole McGoldenEagle is a charm
Here I here I go.

Very Nice Gift for Riding Safety

2007-12-28T23:58:00.002-05:00

Hello all. Just got a very nice gift. It is an LED Safety Vest. Very lightweight with 16 LEDs and reflective yellow strips.

I have been having trouble with some of my flashing LED lights on the back of the bicycle. It seems the vibration of the motor makes them turn off. Also I have had a concern about their dimness.

It is Winter which wonderfully means we will be getting more light and shorter dark nights. Until then, this will definately make myself feel more safe and my family feel more at ease. I may even wear it during daytime riding also.

See it here ... CLICK HERE to see where I got it.
[This is not me next to the man.]

1500 Miles! and Bundle or Crumble

2007-12-18T00:31:00.000-05:00

Just got in 00:05 AM. Temperature is 21 degrees F. And ... 1500 MILES!

Great 40 miles of riding today. Engine cut off once in the cold when I was coasting down a hill. I had to stop to restart. Other than that all worked perfectly.

I'll post some updates I did on the plastic Golden Eagle motor shield. The cold weather got it to banging.

I conquered 1500 Miles! 1519 actually. That puts our Virtual Pretend Bike Journey at Sulphur Springs Texas, 60 miles from Dallas.

So bundle up on the cold rides. It is great to be able to get around. I still have 3 months before I am allowed to drive the ole car again. I'm definately getting better gas mileage these days.

Almost Made It To Texas :: VPBJ

2007-11-30T18:02:00.000-05:00

Virtual Pretend Bike Journey ... Almost made it to Texas. Currently at 1400 miles on the Golden Eagle Bicycle I am at Fulton, Arkansas. 17 miles to TeXaS! 185 miles to DaLLas.

Getting colder. In the upper 20's last night but very enjoyable.

First "Can I Do It In The Cold?" Ride

2007-11-28T23:37:00.000-05:00

Rode to Church. Sun was setting and temperatures were dropping but all went well. Just around 5 mile journey. We had a great service. Had a great after service time with everyone for about an hour. Was about the last to leave after being offered a free truck ride homeward.

I had all my various lights on. Some run by cellphone battery and the big one was from the Black and Decker big beam I had modified.

I came back on the backroads which added about a mile. A very enjoyable ride. It was after 10:00 PM so the traffic was very thin. Some places were coooooold and other areas had an almost warm breeze.

Upon arrival I checked the temperature and it was 34 Degrees.

Safe Sound and Warm. Great engine.

2:18 PM November 20 2007

2007-11-20T22:39:00.000-05:00

8 weeks ago was the last moment I rode my Golden Eagle Enjoyment.

Today, I unlocked the treasure. (Ok, this is a bit over verbed) I added the gasoline that was purchased two months ago. I put on new gloves. I put on my tabogan, my heavy warm coat and my scarf. I then placed the bicycle helmet on my healed head, tied a rag around my right ankle bluejeans for protection from the gears and oh yes, I also had on my boots which were last worn 8 weeks ago when I was laying on the road side with the brain injury.

Then it was time. Start the Engine!

Then sitting on the bike, feeling like the first time, I gave the throttle a little thumb pressure and BEGAN TO MOVE!

Around in a circle a few times ... stopped ... Thanked the Lord Jesus Christ for healing me and giving me the opportunity to so enjoy this bicycle and motor again.

I tolded the Puppydog I'll be back and hit the throttle full.

Sure, I had a little nerve ponderings. I took it easy. Not being the WAHOOO speed person I was 8 weeks ago, I carefully headed for the first hill to see if I could engine and peddle to the top.

The legs held. A bit of feeling in the knees shows I lost some of my 'being in shape'. But it was great. Lots of color still in the tree leaves - lots of nice sunshine - and lots of feeling very very good.

It was a short journey, just over 2 miles to a friends house. We had great fellowship and near dusk I rode back.

Very happy to be back on the horse.
This is especially important because due to the brain kerplop, I cannot drive the car for the next 5 months according to the doctor.

BUT I CAN RIDE THE GOLDEN EAGLE BICYCLE MOTORIZED LUXURIOUS LIMOSINE!

Getting Stronger For Autumn Rides

2007-11-09T17:30:00.001-05:00

Been taking good walks to get the body back in shape. Once these are all confirmed as AOK it will be ride test time. So glad that Autumn has lasted much longer this year with many colors to photograph.

Got the bicycle out and started the Golden Eagle Motor up for a friend. The friend wanted to immediately get one.

The motor still started right up after sitting patiently idle for one month.

More soon...

Oops and Ouch

2007-10-16T23:50:00.000-04:00

Hello All. On September 26th I was walking and had an accidental fall. I hit my head so hard it knocked me out causing left and right brain damage. 9 days in the hospital. It has been three weeks and things are starting to work again. Unfortunately my joys of Golden Eagle Bike rides has had to pause. I miss it!
I had a great ride the day before on September 25. Hopefully soon I will be able to ride and share the adventures again, soon. Currently at 1380 miles. I'll soon show the headlights I started making.

86 Mile Journey!

2007-09-17T22:22:00.000-04:00

Guess I misread the map! But still had a wonderful vacation day ride. Ended up going 86 miles! Sure glad for the new shock absorber seat post.

I'm just a few miles short of 1200 miles. So on our Virtual Pretend Bike Journey we have traveled from Long Beach, New York, on the Atlantic Ocean, to Forrest City, Arkansas.

1000 Miles !

2007-09-04T22:40:00.001-04:00

It took 8 miles in the dark but we made it to the 1000 MILE MARK!
On our Virtual Pretend Trip that puts us at the eastern side of the Kentucky Lake in Tennessee, approximately 50 miles east from Jackson, TN.

New Shock Absorber Seat Post

2007-08-31T22:23:00.000-04:00

Much more cushy now. I installed my new seat post three days ago. I ordered it at http://Nashbar.com . I caught it on super sale plus an extra bonus 20% off. 34.99 regular and I got it for $16.99.

I can tell its usefulness. Most of the vibration that kept the seat a'jiggling is now gone. I tilted the seat back a bit and am now sitting much more ~ instead of the standing on the pedals which I consistantly did to rest my sitter.

Tonight I did a quick 'up the ridge' to view the sunset. Wonderful! 950 miles and I love this Golden Eagle Bike Engine kit.

900+! Miles and an Oil Change

2007-08-28T20:18:00.000-04:00

Wehoooooooooooo! 900+ miles and enjoying it.

On our Virtual Pretend Cross Country Bicycle Journey we are now settled in west Nashville. 928 miles from our starting point in Long Beach, New York on the Atlantic Ocean.

A week or so ago I decided to do an oil change. As recommended by Golden Eagle Bike Engines GEBE I got one of these squeezy things from the Dollar Only Store ... for a dollar. They had the one in the photo which had a longer, narrower tip. Thus, I did not have to attach the piece of tubing to the end in order to get the oil out.

Cost Trivia:
Less the cost of the gas used, the GEBE bicycle kit with new rim has cost me $698 divided by 928 miles = 75.21 Cents per mile. ... and decreasing.
928 miles divided by 30 miles a gallon at $2.80 gallon average, = $86.61 if I had used my car.
928 miles divided by 160 (low end bicycle motor estimate) at $2.80 gallon = $16.24 in gasoline for the bicycle.

800+! Miles

2007-08-20T23:48:00.000-04:00

Awesome riding. I love this motor system. We are now in Cookeville, Tennessee on our Virtual Pretend Cross Country Bike Ride. We started at the Atlantic Ocean in New York and am heading for San Diego, California.

If you want to see how the motor kit from Golden Eagle was installed, go to the June Blog Entries.

700+ Miles on the Golden Eagle!

2007-08-10T16:07:00.000-04:00

More wonderful ridings. It may be hot, but its Summer! I believe I am at 728 miles so let's see where that puts us on our Pretend Virtual Cross Country Bicycle Journey ...

We've almost made it to Pineville, Kentucky. We are very close to the Cumberland Gap. Beautiful country.

600 Miles and Face Bugs :: Virtual Journey

2007-08-03T21:12:00.001-04:00

El Grande Ride'amos. Hit the 600 mile mark this evening as 28 mile per hour bugs hit my face at dusk. It was great though. Really am enjoying this Golden Eagle.

Went to another bicycle shop today and the salesman, Kyle, really liked the bike. He kept returning to the window to look out at it. We both agreed that this is the best looking kit on the market and likewise, its simplicity compliments the inventor.

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The Virtual Bicycle Journey

I am going to start a virtual cross country journey from New York City to San Diego California.
We'll start at Long Beach, New York on the Atlantic Ocean.

We've traveled to Philadelphia. Then to Baltimore. A very pleasant visit to the capital Washington D.C., then towards Harrisburg Virginia, and through the Alleghany Mountains towards West Virginia.

Once arriving in West Virginia we had to do some sneaky nighttime Interstate 64 riding until getting to Hwy 60. We turn north and head towards Charleston West Virginia enjoying amazing scenes. We cross the river onto Hwy 61 head north then turn west and head down Hwy 1, then Hwy 94 to Hwy 119.

Following Hwy 119 southwest we arrived at our approximately 600 mile mark at Chapmanville, West Virginia for a good rest.

Virtual Pretend Coast to Coast Bicycle Trip 600 Mile Mark
June 26 through August 3, 2007

500 Mile Mark !

2007-08-01T16:40:00.000-04:00

I hit the 500 mile mark on my Golden Eagle Bike Engine today. (501 to be exact.) The Subaru Robin 35cc is working perfectly. Today I ran/rode an errand. I was able to do some shortcuts, which kept me off dangerous parts of the highway, by riding down through the grassy hillside and up others using the motor. Having a motor on a mountain/city bicycle is the best of both worlds.

I got caught in my first rain without shelter Monday. I enjoyed the ride through the National Forest anyway. The sky cleared later in time for me to get back homeward safely.

Enjoyment factor is still A+++.

Continuing Wonderful Rides

2007-07-24T10:39:00.000-04:00

40 mile, 50 mile. Countrysides, rivers ... very enjoyable.

Yesterday I lost my clutch ball. Dennis at Golden Eagle Bike Engines said they had replacements for around $2.50. Today I will try the hardware shop to see if they have them. Many mowers use the little feller. It's size is 'quarter inch twenty'.

Dennis said they have a good stock of most of the motors. One motor is backordered and another is being EPA upgraded.

I still need to get the seat shock. I'll follow the link on GEBE's site they recommended: http://www.nashbar.com

List of Federal Rules I found

2007-07-18T22:27:00.000-04:00

Here are the federal DOT (Department of Transportation) rules for exemption.

1. The engine system may not exceed 30 MPH on the flat, no wind.
2. The engine system may not exceed 2 BHP.
3. The engine system may not exceed 50 cc.
4. The engine system may not interfere with normal pedaling.
5. The engine system must not require shifting.
6. The engine system must be a fully independent power source.

Good Fun : Berries Rain and Deer

2007-07-11T14:32:00.000-04:00

Just got in from some berry pickin. Got caught in a big rain. First time in a longgg time I've walked in the rain with Puppydog enjoying it.

Had two great rides the past couple days. The one had a deer, doe, running beside me down a gravel road in the heart of the woods in the depths of the country.

Later I passed a house. I was going downhill so the motor was off. Suddenly I saw it coming ... BIG Dog. He crossed the creek and came up the bank thicket just behind me. As I peddled profuciously (made up word? that sounds good), I reached back with the left hand flipping the clutch in gear, then reached back with the right hand and gave the engine cord a yank. Subaru Zoombaru! "Goodbye Dog!" ... Thankfully.

Gratitudes to Golden Eagle Bike Engines and a motor kit well designed.

On another route there are two dogs that love to play chase the trek. The first pass caught them off guard. Yesterday, they heard me coming and got a bit closer. This one is uphill so leg power is also most useful. The third time I come they may be waiting with their decoy doggy disguised lemonade stand. I'll take the sip but skip the nip.

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Happy 07.07.07 07:07:07

2007-07-07T09:55:00.000-04:00

Early morning screen shot of this highly exciting event from http://www.time.gov/timezone.cgi?Eastern/d/-5/java
Actually it was a highly bit sleepy event.

Today is the SOS Save The Earth day. All the promos show bicycles without engine/motors. But I guess we are doing our part. My 39cc is much less a threat than my 12 cylinder Ferrari. Just kidding about owning one of those. ... It's actually a 35cc. :)

Pays To Pray II : First Rain

2007-07-06T21:25:00.000-04:00

Got in my first rain! A very nice 48 mile ride. It would have been shorter but I missed a turn and ended up much further west. I poured in my reserve gas. Upon backtracking it began to rain. I saw a nice big tree to get under. I pulled up and looked over on the porch of the house and there sat someone I knew!

So under the porch the bike and I went. He gave me a big water and we had some nice porch sitting.

It was nearly sunset and I had a ways to go, approx 16 miles. The rain had stopped so zooming I went. The engine sputtered just as I arrived houseward.

I got to try out my 9 LED front light a little.
Also, my rigged mirror worked just fine. 97 cent rig.

The mirror wedges in the little hole of the hand grip. I used a big nail attached to the mirror.
The flashlight is simply wrapped with a small bungee cord.

Ride #7 : A+++

Car Rack :: Front Light :: Mirror :: Lock

2007-07-05T16:05:00.001-04:00

Yesterday I zoomed down to see a bit of the July 4th parade. Much easier to get in and out on bicycle.

Today I figured how to attach it to the car rack. Because of the engine, the bike is weighted less uniform. I decided to take the front wheel off because it hung just above the exhaust pipe and the heat could damage the tire.

This made the weight quite lopsided. I put the rack under the bicycle back-frame-V'ee instead of the middle cross bar. I also added an extra nylon rope that loops around the trunk for support and in case a strap were to break.

I'll have to come up with some type of motor cover. Originally I had the motor facing forward but two points made me reverse this and put the motor to the rear:
1. The back tire in front of the exhaust pipe was not good.
2. By reversing, (putting the back tire to the driver's side), the wind and yuk will blow at the protected side of the engine.

When I lock the bike to the car, I loop the cable through the Engine Drive Ring as well as the bicycle frame. The cable is secured to the car frame.

I'll try the 9 LED flashlight that easily bungees to the handlebar at night. Still pondering the best light system.

I got a $1.00 mirror from the car accessories section. Secured a big nail to it and poked it in the hole of my handlebar grips. It wedges. It is small and lightweight. We'll see...

Pays to Pray :: 40 mile trip

2007-07-03T23:05:00.001-04:00

Had a great 40 mile trip. Roads I've never been on.

First, I went to a local bicycle shop to look around. When I came out, I had a FLAT BACK tire. I looked and found the end of an ink pen stuck in the tire. So in the shop I went and purchased some quick-stick patches. Soon I was on my way thanking the Lord for letting this flat tire happen at a bicycle shop!

I went across the street and treated myself to a chocolate covered cake donut. Went outside and squeezed my 9 year old water bottle and crack! it broke. I drank all I could quickly. Kind of funny actually.

Onward to ride by the river, then visit a friend, and then the backroads 24 miles back to the homestead.

Great day. Ride #6 A+++ Yesterday Ride #5 To the Lake A++

Gas Mileage and Gas Tank

2007-06-30T15:22:00.001-04:00

I am getting about 25 miles per tank. However, I cannot fill the tank completely full. The way the 35cc Subaru/Robin motor is made, you have to tilt it 45 degrees forward to fill the tank full. I set the back wheel on a 1.5 foot container when filling.

A full tank should give around 32 miles to reach the 200 Mile Per Gallon mark.

Also I am keeping my aluminum water can from Walmart filled with fuel. I think the gas warped the rubber gasket that seals the container. But it works fine.

I would love to find a gas tank that screws on to the mouth of the current tank to allow more fuel. Any ideas, let me know.

First Car Danger

2007-06-30T15:11:00.000-04:00

Ahhhh again. Just got in before the rain hit. Took a 30 mile ride today. I forgot how much exhaust there is on the bigger roads. cough cough. So the side and back roads are the best. Enjoyed the river today. Drove past and around all my old schools - Elementary, Middle and High School. Went up the route that was being marked for the July 4th parade. Was going to climb up the rear side of the ridge, enjoy the view, and coast houseward ... however, big black mean clouds said 'get houseward now'.

As I was circling my Middle school, I was behind a very slow car. Just as I decided to pass they turned! Praise the Lord I remembered to let go of the throttle and hit the BACK brake. I slid and stopped. I don't think they ever saw me. My mistake. tsk tsk 1. LESSON: Car careful car careful car careful.

On a road behind my Elementary school there was a low hanging thin wire. I saw and ducked below. LESSON: Be very visual high and low.

Ride #4 : A++

Birthday Ride with Golden Eagle

2007-06-29T17:57:00.001-04:00

Ahhhh. I took a 25 mile ride today through the backroads where the sheep, cattle and goats are. Had my first dog chase but the Golden Eagle won. I got about 24 miles before the motor coughed a couple times. I was 1 mile from the house. I put in a little gas from my reserve tank and got in just as the rain started. Great day and a great way to spend my birthday. :: Third Ride : A++

An Email :: The Robin Subaru Engine 'Muffler' Piece

2007-06-28T22:07:00.000-04:00

Here is an email I received. Also, it rained today so no ride. :|
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name: Patrick
TEXT: I am curious about your fabricated muffler thing. Did you make this yourself, or did GEBE send it to you? I am interested in either the robin 35cc like yours or the tanaka 32cc two stroke.
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Hello Patrick,

GEBE added the little extension. They installed it before shipping the engine. They said it cuts a few DB of noise off. It is very simple but works like a mufller, deflecting sound waves to minimize their exit.

So far I am very happy with the Robin engine. It is easy to cut off the engine too and you can peddle awhile and simply reach back and give it a half pull to start to rezoom. Very easy.

Part of my decision was that I wanted to just pull up to a station, fill up and be on my way.

GEBE is working on some other type of 'muffler'. No details.

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First Day Time Ride

2007-06-27T12:43:00.000-04:00

Ahhh. Refreshing.

I took a 15 mile ride. Pedaled 'only' on a walking trail for a mile. Went downtown to the post office and to get my car license decal ~ an irony. Of course I quietly pedaled up to the DMV.

The motor really works well on local hills with minimum pedal on super steep hills. It REALLY is handy crossing a 7 lane road. When traffic clears, I floor it, ... or should I say, Thumb it.

BUMP: I hit one railroad crossing a bit hard. It threw the clutch lever OFF. At first I thinketh the belt broke. But all is well.

I noticed what looked like an oil leak. Not sure. Will watch that.

86 Degrees F outside. Thanks to the Golden Eagle Bike Engine I can still ride, and enjoy it very much.

Ride 2 :: A+ Refreshingly Wonderful

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I N C R E D I B L E !

2007-06-26T21:25:00.000-04:00

Free again to ride! And no sore knees!

At 20:22 I pedaled once and suddenly was zooming up the driveway. Then came the very steep hill. Slight pedal'ing and up I went!

One stop to check bolts and belts visually and away I went up the ridge road. The sun was starting to set. To the top, the very top.

Then down the ridge to the main road. I found a somewhat flat section and registered about 28 mph. The more the engine ran, it seemed to gain strength.

Various porch sitters, flower tenders, and road walkers watched me go by. I took it down into a field, picked and ate some blackberries, reached behind me and easily started the engine eventhough I was on the seat.

I returned to the humble abode at 21:09 with 9.4 miles covered.

I'll see how my body does. I did do some purposely-pedaling.

Originally I could feel stronger vibration around 22-24 mph. However, this decreased at I rode the road.

Sound: A little like the old mini-bikes. Also, the faster you ride the less the rider hears the sound. No one scowled at me as I rode past. I could also easily hear my cellphone bluetooth earpiece.

It is good to be mobile again.

Ride One? A+ to Golden Eagle Bike Engines.

Putting It Together ! Weeehoooo !

2007-06-25T20:59:00.001-04:00

I have finished putting it all together. Very nice.

I did have some challenges. All bicycles are not created equal.

Since I got the bigger engine, 35cc, I had to swap my gears over from the old rear wheel to the new rear wheel with steel spokes. This was fine until I got to the final lock nut. I called Golden Eagle and got Julia and Dennis on a roadcall. Dennis told me to use a plumbers wrench to turn the locknut. Because the bearing turns loosely when going counter clockwise, I used, everyone duck..., nails from the backside to wedge the gears to the spokes. (Remember, going clockwise locks the gears for pedaling)

Shuddder. Nails holding gears.

Tapping to unlock the spindle nut. Counter Clockwise.

The gears line up with different size slots inside. They can only slip over the spindle one way.

At last I was successful. The gears slip off easily. I then placed them on the new spindle and... uh oh... the new spindle is longer. Therefore there ended up being a near quarter inch play. Hmmm.

Spindle is too long for 7 gears. Its made for 9.

Spacer placed between gear 6 and 7. #7 being lower onto spindle before locking.

Local bike shops were closed so I picked one towards the west coast and he immediately told me the spindle is for Nine (9) gears. I only have Seven (7). Hmmm2... I called Dennis. Eventhough it was after hours, He answered! We conferred and my choices were washers of some sort, or add the extra gears.

I tried a couple ways of doing it. Because the last gear is indented to only cap the spindle and not slide freely down it, I tried something a bit odd. I put a washer between the outer two gears - between 6 and 7. Things tightened nicely. We'll see how it holds ...

Gears locked down.

USA Steel Spoke Wheel

I switched the tire over and the new wheel was now ready, though modified. I put it loosely on the bike.

Wheel put on loosely.

Motor rack with thin side of axle bracket facing forward.

I had a problem getting the seat-to-motor bracket support to go over the motor mounting bolts. I had to ream them out a little using a phillips screwdriver.

Problem getting bolt through holes on support.

Reaming out the holes.

Only first and second hole could be used ~ after reaming.

I put the SEAT-to-motor support on three times. hmmm. I did as the manual pictured and used the second hole. However, the support was too long for my bike. Therefore, I tried the third hole. It interferred with the AXLE-to-motor support. So back to hole #2 and major support bending.

Bending on the seat (left) end.

I might have to come up with a better support bar. This one needs some more holes on the seat side. I did some aggressive bending to make it fit and keep motor upright center.

My next 'opportunity' was that the kevlar belt was rubbing the back brake mechanism. (see below images)

Problem: belt rubbing brake.

Rubs when motor perfectly above the wheel's center.

My only solution was to tilt the motor backwards from center.

The next adjustment was that my rear brake cable was rubbing the side of the seat-to-motor support bracket. This is because my Trek's brakes pull from center. All I knew to do was bend the support to the left a little.

I hooked the 'kill switch' (turns motor off) on the left handlebar, and the thumb throttle on the right. (Hard to see in photo). The Kill Switch barely fit. It took lots of effort to get the bolt holes to align. Maybe my bar is fatter.

There she, he, or it is!
It was getting dark, started to rain, and I didn't have any motor oil for the Subaru Robin 35cc Engine. So I decided to clean up and BLOOOOG. Oh yes, I did adjust my brakes to the new rear wheel.

SUMMARY:

Overall, this is an excellent bicycle engine kit. Most of my work was swapping rear wheels which is only because of the bigger engine. This is a first in my life of experiences so I took my time, pondering, calling, looking for potential parts. Since my bike had QUICK-release mechanisms, they had to be replaced by a long bolt/bearing pack or this new pre-fitted wheel.
So, a Bicycle Shoppe may be needed for this kit if:
1. You have quick release wheels
2. You get a new rear wheel.

As for installing the kit, ~ great and easy.
All parts are Good quality.

The weak link, for Me and my bike, is the SEAT-to-motor support bracket. It may need a couple extra 'holes-options' on the seat end. Golden Eagle does warn about bending at the holes so as to not weaken the bracket strength. I'll ponder this more. I may just cut it and drill a new hole. Also, I may have to trim the edge so the brake cable won't rub at all.

I prefer my engine to be centered above the wheel or slightly forward. However, my bicycle design will force a slightly tilted backwards motor. I have not had a brain meeting with GEBE on this yet.

All that's left now is a n t i c i p a t i o n. ...

Time to unbox the Golden Eagle Bike Engine Kit

2007-06-25T16:04:00.000-04:00

It's here right on time! Time to unbox the kit.

Notice the rear wheel. I ordered 36 STEEL spokes as directed for engines over 30cc. Golden Eagle installed the proper width bolt and also installed the drive ring. That leaves about 5 or so parts I have to install. Pretty amazing.

The yellow attachment coming out of the engine and pointing downward is a simple fabricated part added to cut down on engine noise. Kind of like a silencer muffler in its simplest form.
~ Also a closeup photo of the kevlar motor belt.

Golden Eagle Almost Here!

2007-06-25T08:37:00.000-04:00

JUNE 25, 2007 3:30 P.M. IT's HERE !!!!!
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UPS:
06/25/2007 7:43 A.M. OUT FOR DELIVERY !!!
06/25/2007 5:35 A.M. DESTINATION SCAN

Friendly Email from Golden Eagle

2007-06-23T10:50:00.000-04:00

Here is part of an email I got back from 'Happy Julia'.
This IS a very friendly company. :

"...the blogsite ... We hope this is the most effort you'll have to spend on this project and, after installation, the Eagle will do the bulk of your dirty work. Usually it's the engineers who have problems w/installation (they Never read instructions;) - if you have a problem or question please don't hesitate to contact us. ... All the best, Julia" (Golden Eagle Bike Engines)

Getting Closer! Golden Eagle Bike Engines

2007-06-22T12:27:00.000-04:00

Update: 6/23 IN TOWN! but I have to wait for Monday delivery. ...
06/22/2007
Update :: 4:36 P.M. ARRIVAL SCAN Only 100 miles away!
UPS: SHARONVILLE,OH, US 9:05 A.M. DEPARTURE SCAN
8:36 A.M. ARRIVAL SCAN
UPS: MAUMEE,OH, US 4:49 A.M. DEPARTURE SCAN
2:02 A.M. ARRIVAL SCAN
Golden Eagle Bike Engines

Shipping Has Begun or Began!

2007-06-21T21:29:00.000-04:00

'Happy Julia' called today leaving me the
good-news-message that my order has been shipped!

Shipment Detail
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Ship To:
US
Number of Packages 2
UPS Service: GROUND
Weight: 24.0 LBS

Tracking Number: ****W98***930***
Click here to track if UPS has received your shipment or visit.

Your package is on time with a scheduled delivery date of 06/25/2007

LIVONIA,MI, US 06/21/2007 10:05 P.M. ARRIVAL SCAN LANSING,
MI, US 06/21/2007 8:28 P.M. DEPARTURE SCAN
06/21/2007 8:07 P.M. ORIGIN SCAN
US 06/21/2007 5:54 P.M. BILLING INFORMATION RECEIVED

Order Explained

2007-06-19T16:51:00.000-04:00

I live in very hilly country. There are just as many ups as there are downs. To date, I've never needed assistance on the downs. However, the ups are felt quite lively in my knees.

THE ENGINE
In the mouth of two witnesses at Golden Eagle Bike Engines, I chose the 35cc Robin/Subaru Mini-4 Stroke EH035 Engine.
Click Here For Engine Info
This is a GASOLINE only engine fuel tank. It also has the power for the hills ~ which we'll be able to discuss soon from experience.

I got the gear that came with it and did NOT order the trail gear. I'll test out the standard in many terrains and properly report.

I also opted for a small metal adapter which is connected to the engine exhaust pipe. This is as close to a SILENCER as they have. They said they would invoice me for $5.00 since the adapter is not listed on their order form.

REAR WHEEL
My bicycle is a TREK 850 with front shocks. I have had it for 10 years maybe. It has sat there for three years or so with no friendly person to ride it. The roads in my area are 'spot and kill' types. Drivers spot you and go for the kill. So my exercise has become walking the farm fields with the dog.

The wheels on the bike are 32 spoke. Dennis said no no no. He said the aluminum spokes would not be able to handle the motors over 30cc. The Robin Engine is 35cc. So I accepted Dennis's genius and ordered the 36 STEEL SPOKE bicycle rear rim. It comes complete with the proper width'd BOLT/BEARING already assembled. I was going to order the bolt separate to replace my quick release. But after choosing this RIM, I did not have to order the bolt. Price difference?: $79 versus $24 after shipping.

By the way, it's raining. Friction drives would be slipping if I was riding. The Golden Eagle BELT drive is not suppose to. Simple mechanics Sir Watson. Even if it's raining cats and dogs, it shouldn't be affected by splashing through poodles.

The Order

2007-06-18T17:28:00.000-04:00

OK, what did I decide on?

Item Name: 35cc Robin/Subaru Mini-4 Stroke KIT, Golden Eagle Bike Engine Kit
Item Options: SELECT DRIVE RING SIZE:: 36 Spoked
Item Number: 350R/S 35cc
Quantity: 1
Total: $599.00 USD

Item Name: Eagle / Velocity 26" Wheels + Shipping Included
Item Options: Wheel Selection:: Rear
Choose Style:: Silver
Item Number: E / V 26" Wheels
Quantity: 1
Total: $79.00 USD

Cart Subtotal: $678.00 USD
Shipping: $20.00 USD
Sales Tax:
Cart Total: $698.00 USD

The Purchase

2007-06-18T16:18:00.000-04:00

Monday, June 18, 2007

I DID IT!

Nervous twitches aside, I made the choice to place the complete order on my credit card.

I used the Golden Eagle Bike Engine order page and made my choices. This opened a PayPal cart. If I logged in to my PayPal account, I would have to empty my account and the balance would be pulled from my credit card or bank.

I decided not to clean out my PayPal account. Since there is no setting to only take partial monies, I chose to avoid the account completely.

Instead, according to a tip on Golden Eagle's order page, I chose the the "If you do not currently have a PayPal account" link. This way I paid completely from my credit card. OR should I say I credited from my credit card.

At 5:02 PM I received my official PayPal receipt!

The Payment Options

2007-06-18T16:10:00.000-04:00

Monday, June 18, 2007

I just finished a wonderfully pleasing discussion with Lois? who happened into the shipping room with opportune timing. She happily assisted in the various payment options. I must say they are very flexible, including invoicing if needed. OK. Time to decide ...

The Inquiry

2007-06-18T15:53:00.000-04:00

Monday, June 18, 2007

It's been a long search. I started last year checking out what bicycle engines are all about. Today I did my last inquiry with the folks at Golden Eagle Bike Engines. http://bikeengines.com.

Dennis was the man of great assistance. Eventhough he was loaded down with helping out the shipping department due to the many orders needing shipped, he took the time to answer every single question I had. He even patiently waited as I tried to remember that last lingering question which escaped my mind.

Now it is time to officially decide...