HIMIWAY Cruiser with FAT TIRES...What a machine!

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  • Опубліковано 26 січ 2023
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  • @kenskarpentry
    @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +6

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  • @brydonlidle9283
    @brydonlidle9283 Рік тому +25

    I must think this is one of the strangest Ken's Karpentry I have ever seen, but it was a whole lot of fun. I have been around since the Lumnah Acres build, so WOW!

  • @rich.trails
    @rich.trails Рік тому +3

    I have about 30,000 miles on my converted ebike(s). I use to do all sorts of variations with diy parts. You can convert an older full suspension (highly recommended) mountain bike and be all in for under $800, with a decent kit and battery. I use mine for errands in town, it's still very satisfying to use even after 12 years of riding. I use to and still do ride on an off road normal bikes, but the ebike is king for transportation.

  • @frankbever1788
    @frankbever1788 Рік тому +12

    We loved watching this video! It made us smile watching a “mature” man riding his E bike! Keep us young Ken, thanks.

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 Рік тому +1

    Your little girls smile kinda stole the show. It's certainly apparent she loves her dad. But then, who doesn't? Glad you had some fun.

  • @brucehutcheson5371
    @brucehutcheson5371 Рік тому +4

    Great video Ken. I have had a Himi Cruiser for almost 2 years now and love mine. I did some upgrades to mine that I feel were definitely worth their cost. First I replaced the mechanical brake calipers with Catazer MTB Road XTECH cable actuated hydraulic calipers. I bought the cheap ones online and they work so great that I bought a second set while their price was so low. I replaced my seat with a better gel seat after doing a long rails to trails ride and found the original saddle not so great after 30 miles. I then replaced the front shock/fork assembly with a Bucklos Fat Tire bike air shock that has an air piston in one shock and the adjustable spring in the other shock of the fork assembly. This made a giant improvement when riding over large bumps. The original shock would bottom out and top out with a hard knock while the air shock has a super soft bottoming and toping out. Last, I replaced my seat post with a Zoom shock absorbing seat post to further soften the bumps that transferred up thru my spine. I'm 68 years old and really enjoy the comfort of my Cruiser with these changes both on hard surfaces and off on trails and now feel its better than bikes that are more than twice the price. Here's to good riding !!

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Bruce. That’s interesting. Sounds like you know your stuff. I’ll remember that. I’ll have to pick warmer days to use mine. It gets chilly even at 20 mph going down the road.

  • @RobertKohut
    @RobertKohut Рік тому +5

    Neighbours: "Who is that crazy old man riding a bike in the winter?"... LOL

  • @michaeltorres3231
    @michaeltorres3231 Рік тому +4

    Ken that bike brought out the little boy in you like your first bike. Love watching the thrill that bike gave you it is priceless. I remember my second bike it was a schwinn with the slick in the back and the little tire in the front. I had it for two days and someone stole it on me. It broke my heart for many years.I noticed a Kid I went to school had one just like it. I always wondered if his brother stole it on me. I figure someday Karma would deal with him if he did steal it. Thanks for sharing...

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому

      Bummer that’s too bad about having your bike stolen years ago.

  • @Ali-ct9pb
    @Ali-ct9pb Рік тому +1

    Ken, I’m catching up on videos I haven’t watched yet. I try to watch every time they come out, but life gets busy.
    I so enjoyed this so much, now I want one too.
    I have two regular bikes so a friend can join me. Haven’t done that either.
    I’m 67, and I so need to exercise some more so I can go snow shoe. We received a ton of snow in Tahoe.
    I kept cracking up every time you said “eh”. THEN YOU SAID YOU WEREN’T FROM CANADA!!
    I busted out laughing. You’re so funny.
    Hey Lauren! Always good to see you. She’s the sweetest.
    Carry on ☺️
    Just me.

  • @kennethdrovdal1082
    @kennethdrovdal1082 Рік тому +3

    Just a big kid. Ken stays young in his thinking and doing. Fun to see.

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому

      Still don’t know what I’m going to do when I grow up.

  • @janlucas1938
    @janlucas1938 Рік тому +2

    Your enthusiasm is contagious!

  • @Paul-dc6sp
    @Paul-dc6sp Рік тому +9

    It does look like a lot of fun. Especially in the snow. Congrats on the new toy.

  • @georgehaberstroh4566
    @georgehaberstroh4566 Рік тому +5

    Reminds me of me (66) buzzing around the property on my quad. I feel like I’m 20 until I hit the large bumps that transfer directly to my back.😂 Great video Ken, keep having fun!

  • @StoneKathryn
    @StoneKathryn Рік тому +1

    Nice Ken! Donuts! It looks like a lot of fun! My son is a bike messenger and his person powered winter bike has fat tires and he added fenders too! His fenders are the molded plastic ones too. I'm so glad you have enjoyed the bike! I've seen several You Tube people getting these. I'm so glad you got one too! I hope they gave it to you for a major discount. It's great that they even included the tools to put it together. Is it a USB charge port? I like the hat! Pretty easy assembly. That's a quick release wheel so you can take it with you to deter people from stealing your bike. I like the white stripe on the tires. Thanks for this video Ken!

  • @danrogers9362
    @danrogers9362 Рік тому +1

    Big fun , I installed Mr Tuffy liners and Stan's tire sealant in my tires .

  • @harveystrauss6166
    @harveystrauss6166 Рік тому +1

    Ken Thank you for that demo, I think you are a really fun guy and it would be a pleasure to work for you

  • @wingman8447
    @wingman8447 Рік тому +2

    Yes it is quite a machine. Pretty cool. Thank you

  • @Epicfunk
    @Epicfunk Рік тому +4

    That is one tough looking bike! My wife has been asking for an e-bike, this bike looks great! Great review Mr Ken.

  • @markholmes1346
    @markholmes1346 Рік тому +4

    Just like a kid in a candy store, love your excitement! Congratulations on the e-bike and be careful, the older you get, the more it hurts when you fall! I’m 58 and just got back on my Schwinn mountain bike (2022) that I’ve had since I was 18! Fun times ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼

  • @mattdonald7540
    @mattdonald7540 Рік тому +2

    Really enjoyed this video! So happy for you and excited to watch more videos about your adventures with it!

  • @Itsa_Mea
    @Itsa_Mea Рік тому +4

    E-bikes are awesome. One thing to be aware of if you ride off-road in trails are thorns. Thorns will puncture the tires pretty easily but you buy "self healing" slime tubes to reduce a chance of a flat.

  • @thomasgasser9838
    @thomasgasser9838 Рік тому +4

    You're going to have fun with your bike ,Ken . My friend bought one a few years ago and I bought mine about a year ago .
    Let's you get as much exercise as you want ,but if you get tired you have battery power .
    Enjoy your bike !

  • @faithrada
    @faithrada Рік тому +7

    I gotta say... if I were just a few years younger I would really consider getting one of these. Those tires are really impressive. If I still had my RV that would be perfect. Looking forward to more Ken Himiway adventures! 😀
    PS: Your assembly detail is priceless. 👍

  • @stevenwarner7348
    @stevenwarner7348 Рік тому +2

    Oh my goodness! ~~~ can't wait till Springtime ! Wow!

  • @grpcchurchnortonva.8024
    @grpcchurchnortonva.8024 Рік тому +3

    You have inspired me Ken ! I am 70 too and been thinking about one lately, well if you can I can !!!! Thanks for all your videos ! Oh by the way you also inspired me to get a Drone license and I don't even have a Drone yet !!!

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +2

      Haha nice. You’re pain s more populated area where a drone license is more necessary. A couple more months and I’ll hit 70. That’s not very old anymore.

    • @levent8208
      @levent8208 Рік тому

      @@kenskarpentry Woo ! you look much younger, by the way it's my birthday today

  • @freshcut6952
    @freshcut6952 Рік тому +2

    All your videos are so enjoyable and I can learn something from everyone of them you have a special touch for what ever you do I hope to see you on the bike on your other channel Thanks

  • @Jimmyfisher121
    @Jimmyfisher121 Рік тому +2

    I loved it Ken and was so glad to see my friend Bob enjoying his new tech bike I bet you now get sightings of Big Foot on there e bikes all through the woods thanks to you and the people of HIMIWAY.

  • @andrewfrodo2086
    @andrewfrodo2086 Рік тому +3

    So I have a fat tire ebike. I put flat out goo in my tires for reduce of flats. Lots of road construction and such here. For the winter I lowered my max psi about 10 since the cargo and myself are kind of heavy. Lower the psi to get more grip, but honestly with knubby tires they did good. They were 20 inch by 3.5. I couldn't find stud tires, however snow chains from place in Colorado. Good to get a range test. I am 40% of max range. So if it says 60 miles I would get 24 miles. For my green trail min elevation. 12 miles 1 way. I would have to charge up at work. I like the cruiser style more upright riding.

  • @greggmramor2558
    @greggmramor2558 Рік тому +2

    Cool ride. We been using our electric bikes a lot. What fun

  • @gary6676
    @gary6676 Рік тому +4

    😀Awesome Ken! Raise the seat up some and it'll be easier to pedal when you can stretch out your legs.

  • @53JolietJake
    @53JolietJake Рік тому

    Ken, I too have an ebike but not a wide tire snow model. Living in Minnesota one would be amazed how many older (60+) fat tire ebike riders there are here in Minnesota. Much better workout for us retired contractors than a snowmobile and alot safer. Have fun, what a great thing to do in the slow construction season.

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому

      Nice. I’m hoping for some warmer weather so I can use it more

  • @wayne3754
    @wayne3754 Рік тому +3

    Your daughter drives very well in the hills, curves, snow and ice!

  • @erda2072
    @erda2072 Рік тому +3

    Great Video. Always love to see people having fun on new bicycles.
    Just like to point out one thing: You need to raise your seat-your leg should be almost straight when the pedal is “at the bottom”. The way you have it will put a lot of stress on your knees when you pedal.

  • @glennyork6800
    @glennyork6800 Рік тому +2

    So happy for you good times Ken

  • @kathyhypes4198
    @kathyhypes4198 Рік тому +2

    I think you were having way too much fun!! Be safe! Always enjoy your videos. My husband and I watch from southern WV.

  • @c50ge
    @c50ge Рік тому +1

    There is 3 or 4 guys in the town I live in that do home repairs that have lost their drivers licenses from DUIs. One guy actually pulls a little trailer with tools/materials. My cousin calls them the bicycle construction company. I have noticed that they are riding electric bikes now.

  • @clintmyrick4128
    @clintmyrick4128 Рік тому +2

    Glad to see the workbench is still clear! (I'm trying to do the same) :)

  • @clarencewiles963
    @clarencewiles963 Рік тому +3

    Ken in the past HOBOTEC on UA-cam did some posting on his bike about the tubeless tires and seat changes. I’ve never seen anyone do snow. Be safe. Have fun and enjoy.

  • @thedoor5442
    @thedoor5442 Рік тому +2

    The best thing about these bike's, They make you feel like a kid again!

  • @thormusique
    @thormusique Рік тому +1

    I love that bike, it's awesome! I live up in the Greens myself and could definitely see myself riding around here and back into the National and State Forests here. Cheers!

  • @Thatcanadianguyhey
    @Thatcanadianguyhey Рік тому +2

    Nice, we have a lot of trails up here in Newfoundland, Canada and not a lot of snow this year so this would be great. Thanks for sharing

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +1

      You bet! I would love to go to Newfoundland.

    • @Thatcanadianguyhey
      @Thatcanadianguyhey Рік тому

      @@kenskarpentry It's a great place to visit but I recommend during the months of July, August, and September when the weather is much warmer.

  • @lunhil12
    @lunhil12 Рік тому +2

    Looks like fun especially when the weather turns nice. I'm in a NYC suburb and see a lot of them around here. The city itself is full of them, food delivery drivers all use them. Great for short shopping trips and general puttering around.

  • @jimsvab1398
    @jimsvab1398 Рік тому +1

    Good for you Ken…enjoy!

  • @DavidRobinson-mx6cl
    @DavidRobinson-mx6cl Рік тому +2

    Very nice !! Just might have to check them out !!!! Thanks Ken !!!!!

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching

    • @DavidRobinson-mx6cl
      @DavidRobinson-mx6cl Рік тому +1

      No problem my friend, i love your videos n wish i was younger n lived closer ! Might be able to be a helping hand !!!!!! Just a video watcher , so wish you the best my friend !!!!-!👍👍👍👍

  • @jetman258
    @jetman258 Рік тому +2

    You're like a kid at Christmas time. Enjoy. The fun and learning while riding the ebike. 👍👍👍 no drag racin' haha

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому

      Haha. I believe there’s a governor you can change the speed limit

  • @gyclay
    @gyclay Рік тому +1

    Enjoyed your ''kid at Christmas'' video with your new E-bike. Looks like a blast.....eh? hahaha

  • @royfrye333
    @royfrye333 Рік тому +1

    I am 73 with a replacement knee. I bought my ebike 3 years ago after the surgery. It actually gives me a better workout than my conventional bike did because I can ride a lot further. I still pedal and mostly just use assist level 1 on our flat rail trail. One thing I will mention about charging the battery. The instructions on my bike say to always plug the charger into the battery first and then into the wall socket. Do the reverse when disconnecting the charger- unplug from the wall socket first and then the battery. Enjoy!

  • @myway3343
    @myway3343 Рік тому +2

    Awesome. Can’t wait to see some drone footage of Ken cruising.
    Another channel?
    Great video.
    Thanks. Enjoy. Be careful >>>

  • @jdelbrid
    @jdelbrid Рік тому +4

    That is really cool. Impressed with how you put that together without reading the instructions.
    If you ride it the opposite of how you went to school, when you were a kid, to your houseyou can ride it 10 miles downhill.
    One last comment... I wonder if there will be a new channel for e-biking with Ken? Helmet and handlebar mounts and off we go. Oh, and don't forget to bring along your drone. 👍🚲

  • @doncoiner8128
    @doncoiner8128 Рік тому +2

    I have been wanting an e bike myself. They look like fun.

  • @bay9876
    @bay9876 Рік тому +2

    Need to take us where no man has gone before. The possibilities and videos out there to be captured. Ken's Cruiser Videos

  • @redislandar
    @redislandar Рік тому +3

    Great video...loved your playfulness Ken and enjoyed an appearance by your lovely daughter. She is a jewel. You are not a bad Fat Tire driver, hey, for an American. Cdns are use to driving in snow in July lol

  • @c50ge
    @c50ge Рік тому +1

    I use an exact-o knife and release the “catch” on zip Ties and reuse them. The bigger the zip tie, the easier to release.

  • @chucklambert7470
    @chucklambert7470 Рік тому

    That sure beat hammering nails all day. I think with your excitement and how easy it was to assemble, I'm going to buy one for both my wife and myself. Thank you for a very entertaining video. See you at your next job site.

  • @burtzorn4059
    @burtzorn4059 Рік тому +2

    When you charge the battery over night I would put it outside.
    Them type of batteries have been known to start fires 🔥🔥🔥
    To each their own
    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND KEN !!!

    • @garygrow8373
      @garygrow8373 Рік тому

      Lithium batteries do not like the cold. Store them in a moderate temperature room.

  • @sidclark3249
    @sidclark3249 Рік тому +2

    Looked great.

  • @jaylewis8789
    @jaylewis8789 Рік тому +1

    17:00 I'm not from Canada. Hahahahahha, that was funny, Ken. 21:54 "Eh?" to self: 'stop saying that'. I was laughing out loud, Ken. I'm loving this video and I'll tell yah, eh, if I was gonna buy one of those, I'd buy one of those. :) Loved it.

  • @straubdavid9
    @straubdavid9 Рік тому +2

    I was expecting Bigfoot to ride off with it👣👣🤣😂🙃😛Looked like a blast for sure. I hope you have a lot of trails to run that on. Take care Ken & Lauren ... have a nice weekend🚲🚲❄☃👣

  • @skippyjones4195
    @skippyjones4195 Рік тому +1

    Hey Ken that was very cool 😎

  • @maddogminor306
    @maddogminor306 Рік тому +2

    That looked like fun. Even a beast can ride it.

  • @dazeofmylife
    @dazeofmylife Рік тому +2

    Oh my goodness...Ken is having an age crisis. I'd like a motorcycle, but old enough to know my old ass does not belong on anything two wheels. I'm afraid that Ken is forgetting just how long it takes to recover from injuries. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you Ken. Good luck!

  • @rupe53
    @rupe53 Рік тому +3

    I think this is the first time I have seen Ken use non-carpentry tools.

  • @matteberry58
    @matteberry58 Рік тому +2

    I think this would be a motorcycle starter kit for me. I'd get hooked on it and then want to go further and faster!

  • @seandenny1553
    @seandenny1553 Рік тому +2

    Got to have fun, can’t work all the time nice bike Ken!

  • @richardbarreau2844
    @richardbarreau2844 Рік тому +2

    Looks like fun!

  • @BR-3000
    @BR-3000 Рік тому +2

    You are definitely the cool dad in the neighbourhood Ken. I really enjoyed the video. I also noticed that the squatch buys his shoes at the same place you do. I’m sure that’s just a coincidence. 😊

  • @c50ge
    @c50ge Рік тому +1

    Chipped a front tooth playing in the deep snow on my Bridgestone 100 when I was 13.

  • @bobt471
    @bobt471 Рік тому

    ❤ awesome change from the Norm… 👍😎

  • @louroberts5567
    @louroberts5567 Рік тому +2

    What an enjoyable, COOL video! So much fun! I hope you get years of relaxing rides out of this bike. Go out and have a blast, but PLEASE be careful! So many idiots out there!
    Have a great weekend! God bless.

  • @richc9890
    @richc9890 Рік тому +1

    More daring than I would be on the snow/ice roads. 😄

  • @lonniemcintosh6239
    @lonniemcintosh6239 Рік тому +1

    Ken the way you talk and all the snow around you as you were riding your bike I would swear you were a Canadian AAAAA not a bad thing lol nice bike !

  • @totherevolution
    @totherevolution Рік тому +1

    Great video.

  • @MADBEAR_BBQ_GRIllS
    @MADBEAR_BBQ_GRIllS Рік тому +2

    Nice video thanks for sharing 👍

  • @lonniemcintosh6239
    @lonniemcintosh6239 Рік тому +1

    NICE TO SEE ITS NOT ALL WORK and no play for you ken .

  • @eugeneommundsen1767
    @eugeneommundsen1767 Рік тому +2

    That was a great video.

  • @billb945
    @billb945 Рік тому +2

    Next, to hawk Jackery by mounting one on the rack for extended range.

  • @TheTexasDuke
    @TheTexasDuke Рік тому +1

    So good ❤

  • @timgreening4305
    @timgreening4305 Рік тому +1

    More pedaling more weight loss, go for it!

  • @ronsommer9409
    @ronsommer9409 Рік тому +2

    There were several times when you were sitting on the bike that the rear tire looked like the tire pressure was too low. @23:20 the low pressure really shows.

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +2

      Thanks I just noticed I don’t have a tire gauge in the shop. Another chance to go buy a tool.

  • @richardschlichtman1147
    @richardschlichtman1147 Рік тому +1

    Boys & there TOY’S‼️🏍🏍🏍

  • @aelaan12
    @aelaan12 Рік тому +2

    Remember to bike too on it Ken.

  • @darkfactory8082
    @darkfactory8082 Рік тому +1

    Heyy, having some fun, ah? What a machine.. It stands a little wide though.. almost as a motorcycle.. actually, it is a motorcycle. A hybrid which works on fossil fuels (if you consider charging it from the grid, it works on bread and ham or chicken and potatoes, it works on elektricity, it goes also solar, if you have a solar charging.. Let's say pretty "univerzalni". 😉 I'm only concerned a bit about you not falling on snow, since you have some health issues.. Be careful though, you have only one set of "components".. 😇 Keep on, enjoy the fun in a safe way!

  • @anchorageprepper9008
    @anchorageprepper9008 Рік тому +1

    Can’t say I’ve seen the electric model of fat tire bikes up here but the fat tire bikes are out there. BTW they sell studded tire for the fat bikes now. Get some extra traction 😳👍

  • @CaptainCornBurner
    @CaptainCornBurner Рік тому +7

    Good morning Ken, I enjoyed this video greatly. You have true teaching skills and can transfer knowledge in a fun way that is enjoyable. I like this type of video in between your building projects, hopefully you will do some bike trail videos in the future. Even Bigfoot rides and E-bike now, incredible. Keep the videos coming.

  • @robertgriswell6066
    @robertgriswell6066 Рік тому +1

    Ken, If you can ride one I think I’ll try one . We Shall See ! 😊

  • @silvergrizzly316
    @silvergrizzly316 Рік тому +1

    HaHa! You're going to have lots of fun times on that bad boy Mr. Ken!😄 AWESOME video, just be careful buddy, we need you.
    HIMIWAY thank you for doing this for Ken and I also thank you! Mr. Ken take care and stay safe, have a great weekend. God Bless Jay🕊🕊🕊

  • @garymonsarratt6048
    @garymonsarratt6048 Рік тому +2

    I was wandering what you do in the winter time ........ haha

  • @inekelassooij840
    @inekelassooij840 Рік тому +5

    Wat een geweldigen fiets 🚲👌👍

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching

    • @StoneKathryn
      @StoneKathryn Рік тому

      Courtesy of Google translate: What a great bike 🚲👌👍

  • @richardroyles1423
    @richardroyles1423 Рік тому +1

    Sweet. God bless.

  • @petercorrigan8374
    @petercorrigan8374 Рік тому +1

    The BEST!!!!!!

  • @RobertKohut
    @RobertKohut Рік тому +2

    Cool bike! 🙂

  • @bryanlloyd1099
    @bryanlloyd1099 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video and I think I will have to get me one! 🤣👍👍

  • @Tyler-sv4sw
    @Tyler-sv4sw Рік тому +2

    That’s a good one

  • @dandevlin185
    @dandevlin185 5 місяців тому +1

    This video was from a year ago, but what I want to say is. I'm surprised you haven't figured out how to make a ski for the front when riding it in the winter. You're like a kid with a new toy. 😂

  • @tgrif04
    @tgrif04 Рік тому +4

    We saw it go downhill but how did it do getting back up the hill? Looks like it would be a lot of fun.

    • @kenskarpentry
      @kenskarpentry  Рік тому +1

      Someday. Maybe when it’s a little warmer. I got cold just going down the hill. :)

  • @barriesmith3489
    @barriesmith3489 Рік тому +1

    Boys and toys I fall off as I have a balance problem standing have fun Ken it’s good to be young at heart by the way dose Lauren get to use it as well

  • @RobertKohut
    @RobertKohut Рік тому +2

    Well I'm 62 and I'm pretty sure many years ago I knew not to ride a bike in winter! Sure big tires with aggressive tread but braking, I'm sure is a bit precarious... 🙂

  • @dorisharrison9885
    @dorisharrison9885 Рік тому +2

    You go bro😁😇

  • @rdyardie
    @rdyardie Рік тому +3

    I have driven gas powered motorcycles when I was younger. Riding in the snow is fun but one slip and you know "the rest of the story". Thank you for sharing your new bike. 😊

  • @DerekDavis213
    @DerekDavis213 Рік тому +1

    At 4:42 Ken looks like Tommy Lee Jones!