Solar Bicycle Camper - The Pedal-Powered Motorhome

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  • @marktaylor8659
    @marktaylor8659 5 років тому +309

    Awesome. Looks like something me and my buddies would dream about building with our bikes when we were about 12 years old.

    • @JoLeng205000
      @JoLeng205000 5 років тому +1

      Mark Taylor
      I am designing a back to the future machine and I will send you back to 12 years old ok?

    • @dimitrescu688
      @dimitrescu688 5 років тому +2

      @@JoLeng205000 back to future um ok

    • @brianmaxwell3648
      @brianmaxwell3648 5 років тому +1

      Same dream too sir 😄

    • @mohdadi3294
      @mohdadi3294 2 роки тому

      same man but I am alone to think or imagine about it

    • @gunukisan9009
      @gunukisan9009 2 роки тому

      L

  • @gavinscerealbox
    @gavinscerealbox 4 роки тому +178

    1950s: There will be flying cars in the future
    2010s: *bicycle house*

    • @TheRebelmanone
      @TheRebelmanone 4 роки тому +7

      Yea, but really what they said was "we will have the technology in the future to have flying cars". We have that technology at our fingertips now, but the part many people miss about the future is the things that manifest because of the ignorance and fear of the masses via serving the criminal elite royal bloodlines. In essence, it is why you see bicycle houses instead of your flying cars, because you are too poor to have flying cars because you been serving the elite, if you knew that is what you been doing or not, the rest of the universe has proof, along with me.
      You don't have the money or resources in your control, to have research and development on rich man stuff, because you are a poor man, and by no mistake of the elite you been serving. The elite probably already have that technology, because you people are who funds them, supports them, enforces their policies, fake money, and fake laws, blindly handing your authority and responsibility to them, via your actions of funding their criminal cabal and being a part of their cult by voting for its criminal politicians, if you knew that is what you been doing or not, the universe knows what you people been doing. So they have the money and the resources, and they carryout secret research and development with your real money, for them. They probably are the things people been seeing suddenly since around the 1950s, the UFOs. They probably already accomplished the flying hovering thing, without letting you know, because i know who we are dealing with, the elite are power greedy psychopath thieves. But you won't get the truth from them, they definitely never want you to know they had their paid scientists figure out how to travel faster than light, and with no fuel tanks, and maybe even enter another dimension, along with seeing the future there, and many more things they want to keep you in the dark about, because they are the ones planning YOUR future, and you won't like what they have planned for you and yours.
      In the condition humanity is in via being a minion for the criminal elite, the only reason we get anything changed and advanced is when/if courageous intelligent people step up and give their important discoveries to humanity like Nicola Tesla wanted and expected to do, and tried to do and succeeded in some of his ways, at least giving us more efficient electricity usage and transport, giving us 3 phase electricity. He wanted you to get it anywhere in the world, without a meter on it, but the elite and their minions stopped him and bombed his tower that was going to be the first tower to accomplish it. Like Elon Musk planning to have internet connection to anyone anywhere, free, with his Space X satellites connecting the poor with everyone else so we can get a handle on each other and become a family who takes care of itself. But one would need to still question Elon if his real intention isn't to have the world connected, just so he can get them convinced they need his AI implants, and have the entire world under its control, using the worldwide connection to keep the AIs linked to central dictator. lol That is what elite would want, but some people do question his real motivation into AI, and therefore question if he is working for the elite, or if he is one of the elite.

    • @gavinscerealbox
      @gavinscerealbox 4 роки тому +4

      Tony Hardy chill this was just a joke

    • @adambrickley1119
      @adambrickley1119 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah but by 2030, that thing will he have a retro fit hex coptor.

    • @zilfondel
      @zilfondel 4 роки тому +2

      @@TheRebelmanone Actually, we don't have flying cars for two reasons: 1. its too expensive and 2. people will be crashing and falling out of the damned sky a thousand times a day killing everyone below.

    • @HelamanGile
      @HelamanGile 3 роки тому

      2018

  • @williej5143
    @williej5143 5 років тому +715

    W.T.F I was wondering what happened to my for sale sign.

    • @kubel83
      @kubel83 5 років тому +6

      Willie J hahahahahaha 🤣👍🍻

    • @remlatzargonix1329
      @remlatzargonix1329 5 років тому +18

      Willie J ....So, the house still hasn't sold yet?

    • @chtisponytail538
      @chtisponytail538 5 років тому +6

      😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 !!

    • @1jediwitch
      @1jediwitch 5 років тому +4

      *#Lol**!*

    • @filipoerikssso9935
      @filipoerikssso9935 5 років тому +9

      i called the number on the red sign 3 times but no answer is the house sold?

  • @brianmgrim
    @brianmgrim 2 роки тому +7

    I caught myself smiling through this whole video. No video clip produced by non-family/friends has ever had that effect on me to this degree. Well done!

  • @tompinion4138
    @tompinion4138 5 років тому +92

    Yes, but does it meet emissions standards for baked-bean powered vehicles?

    • @MtEyric
      @MtEyric 4 роки тому +9

      Probably not in California

    • @Catmoore60
      @Catmoore60 3 роки тому +3

      Probably would, if only one occupant ate beans per meal. Luckily, the sleeping space is well ventilated...

  • @TheHonestPeanut
    @TheHonestPeanut 5 років тому +46

    Where should we park our solar powered camper... under the trees! BRILLIANT!

  • @numberthread2493
    @numberthread2493 5 років тому +125

    You could make 5 more of those and have some sort of ghetto caravan.

    • @michaelswanson8745
      @michaelswanson8745 5 років тому +8

      He he... i kinda like that idea

    • @anonanon4109
      @anonanon4109 5 років тому +3

      Would look like a bunch of crack heads

    • @shagaroohagaroo5416
      @shagaroohagaroo5416 5 років тому +1

      @@michaelswanson8745 me too

    • @andrewtaylor9615
      @andrewtaylor9615 5 років тому

      Bush fairys. We get'em up the back of Cairns when the weather isn't bad. Larry would have destroyed that cool camper.

  • @chickenblitz6859
    @chickenblitz6859 5 років тому +595

    Imagine arriving at the U.K and this is the first thing you see on the streets...

    • @wolfboi7104
      @wolfboi7104 5 років тому +5

      OOOOOFF IM IN UK BOI HOWWWWWL

    • @kingheathercapsicumannuum2840
      @kingheathercapsicumannuum2840 5 років тому +23

      Honestly not the strangest thing to see in the UK

    • @yukhimli1807
      @yukhimli1807 5 років тому +5

      imagine the safety regulation forms for this thingie

    • @cooperwatkins6063
      @cooperwatkins6063 5 років тому +11

      Me as an American "man I need a break I'll go to the UK." Sees weird shuttle bus. "I'm going home"

    • @starshiprally9203
      @starshiprally9203 5 років тому +2

      The first thing I saw when I landed in london was a beautiful old train station that had been updated. Then lots of foreign people, me included:), and then some transients begging. I stayed in kings cross and all night a Rastafarian called out his wears:) The elm wood, not really made for large americans:) We now have a saying, "It was no elm wood":)

  • @karlnorgaard6077
    @karlnorgaard6077 2 роки тому

    My Dad built me a side car bike when I was about 11yrs old. Such a cool thing for a father to build for his son. He used a solid, heavy, department store BMX frame to start, then 1.25"×1.25" angle to form the main frame. The third wheel was attached using a road bike fork, and a plywood box let me haul around friends, junk, or use for my paper route. This video reminds me of a book my Dad had from the late 70's with instructions and illustrations on how to build all kinds of crazy bike based projects. I believe it had instructions for a unicycle, a ski bike, a side car, an ice bike, tandem, and I think a side by side. Anyway, this book encouraged the repurposeing of old bike parts, which I still do today. At first, watching this video, I was like, "why not make it nice"? I thought, is it so hard to pick up a little rod and angle from a steel yard? But then I caught on to the flavor of the build. I like it. Though, my inner engineer would have liked the wheelbase a bit wider. Also, since there would no longer be any leaning, I would have modified the drop outs or something to lower the bottom brackets a bit, maybe even outfitting both "engines" with 165mm crank arms, leaving just enough pedal clearance, thereby lowering the riders' position. This would allow the whole thing to be lower. I know aerodynamics was not a consideration here, obviously. But we know now that air resistance is the greatest force acting against objects like bicycles. While impressed with what these folks built, it's really nothing that couldn't have been done 100 years ago. In fact, more than anything, in function and construction, it most closely resembles the first automobile. Which, if you know your history of rolling things, was indeed electric. One thing really impressed me was the redundancy of 3 wheel operation. Haha. Good work. What a happy, good natured, spirited production. Qualities far too sparse in our media presently.

  • @Braiden-lp4dm
    @Braiden-lp4dm 5 років тому +1

    to be honest, I want this! it is green, (environmentaly friendly), it's cheap, and it looks futuristic, even when it's mad of scrap!

  • @cactuscosyusa
    @cactuscosyusa 5 років тому +300

    I kept expecting a crowd of Estate Agents to arrive and demand their signs back

  • @ooh_I_miss_the_retri_sh7229
    @ooh_I_miss_the_retri_sh7229 5 років тому +60

    Wow.... Very nice.... You guys have made a pollution free motorhome..... Very proud of u all.... Keep moving

    • @yosiahsmith
      @yosiahsmith 5 років тому +8

      Catching your breath in between words, much?

    • @johnistall6154
      @johnistall6154 5 років тому

      Good message

    • @shancyroesner9212
      @shancyroesner9212 5 років тому +2

      I rather have a big block v8 power motor home

    • @TheKaiser-pf8fr
      @TheKaiser-pf8fr 5 років тому

      ....

    • @radthibidaeux8229
      @radthibidaeux8229 5 років тому

      @Roderick storey Just put together some LIO batteries into a pack, wired together, and all installed (with wiring and plugs) in one of those old lady folding grocery-getters. The whole thing snaps in down low on the chassis from the side or rear, and easy disconnects as you say to wheel into your local Starbucks. Heck, put the battery pack IN a grocery bag in the carrier LOL, no one will suspect a thing.
      Plug it in, buy a coffee, and have two days worth of energy, or 50 miles of travel, lets say in about an hour, even with NO contribution from the solar cells.

  • @tdubbed_
    @tdubbed_ 5 років тому +73

    Had you considered using mountain bikes as a base? Sturdier, more wheel/tire options, cheap front suspension...
    Just a thought. Awesome job!

    • @abdulazizabdulaziz5101
      @abdulazizabdulaziz5101 3 роки тому +3

      I JUST RELIZED THAT THERE IS SUS IN SUSPENSION

    • @AdamsBrew78
      @AdamsBrew78 2 роки тому +2

      @@abdulazizabdulaziz5101 SUSPECT.
      SUSTENANCE
      SUSPENSE

  • @peterxyz3541
    @peterxyz3541 3 роки тому

    The BEST of English culture: insanity, bravery, commitment, willing to be different. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @GrindThisGame
    @GrindThisGame 2 роки тому

    This needs to become a feature film.

  • @Adam_Wilde
    @Adam_Wilde 5 років тому +39

    I love this! Great work, everyone! I was surprised the handlebar connection never got revisited and smoothed out, but it still worked, and I don't think you could have done the project quicker. Amazing, ridiculous, absurd, extraordinary, endearing.

    • @KennyTew2
      @KennyTew2 2 роки тому +1

      I was thinking the same about the finishes, ‘ok it’s a bit rough, but could look cool with hen finished” then it was finished.😂

  • @3ndru1
    @3ndru1 5 років тому +22

    It's working, you can commute by it, you can go for camp, nice!! I'm really impressed! It might me future of go-to-nature-for-a-weekend.

  • @arbales7896
    @arbales7896 5 років тому +295

    I feel suspension would improve the ride experience.

    • @tf2koalafruit
      @tf2koalafruit 5 років тому +9

      and help with bumpy surfaces

    • @PinkLloyd88
      @PinkLloyd88 5 років тому +10

      It would be more comfy but less efficient

    • @seiran6002
      @seiran6002 5 років тому +4

      ARBALES7 It would probably work nicely because the suspension would help weigh it down along with making it more comfy

    • @repiazza
      @repiazza 5 років тому

      @@PinkLloyd88 why ? can you explain us?

    • @PinkLloyd88
      @PinkLloyd88 5 років тому +2

      Sorry Renato i cant explain i was just told it. Its why you dont see racer bikes with suspension.

  • @Afro3461
    @Afro3461 2 роки тому

    A wonderful example of great British eccentricity, inventiveness, determination and fortitude. Well done chaps…..Both Roland Emett and Heath Robinson would be proud of you!

  • @christravis3270
    @christravis3270 2 роки тому +6

    Revisited this after seeing it originally. Just as good as the first time I watched it 👍🏻 why you and your friends (with the exception of Kevin I suppose) aren’t on tv doing this is beyond me. Keep up the exciting work Harry

  • @Trogdor390
    @Trogdor390 5 років тому +138

    A bicycle-caravan hybrid?
    May, Clarkson, and Hammond just collectively recoiled in disgust and horror.

    • @t395delta
      @t395delta 5 років тому +6

      hammond would be up for a go lol

    • @t395delta
      @t395delta 5 років тому +2

      and they've even got the hammond's wild foods (tinned beans)

    • @versedbridge4007
      @versedbridge4007 5 років тому +3

      Tinned beans xD
      man the way british people talk is hilarious.
      No harm intended

    • @jayswarrow1196
      @jayswarrow1196 4 роки тому +1

      You don't say! They seem to hold their cards well for a sweet song.
      "Mark II Jags were well-prooven competition cars, 'cause they were very popular with getaway drivers, and we all know, that no sport would take rubbish for a spin, to a late picnic with the boys..." (c)

    • @bwghall1
      @bwghall1 4 роки тому

      they have bid for a fleet in every colour known to man.

  • @TheKeving123
    @TheKeving123 5 років тому +62

    Covered wagon bicycle? Now you just need to see if you can Ford a river in Oregon Trail.

    • @kellydclear
      @kellydclear 5 років тому +1

      Cockroach got dysentery, but didn't die.

  • @rubenmejias7302
    @rubenmejias7302 5 років тому +25

    I am lost for words. This type of imagination is what the world needs more of. Id put fishing rod holders and be able to fish and watch tv. And. Be protected from the elements. Great imagination guys

    • @OxygenBeats
      @OxygenBeats 5 років тому

      not protected from wind blowing them over

    • @OxygenBeats
      @OxygenBeats 5 років тому

      in order for it to be protected from crosswinds, the best solution is to add weight (preferably to the bottom), but if it weighs a lot, it will be very difficult to ride on hills. The solar panels are only useful depending on the weather. Getting a flat seems really dangerous and pulling over could be awkward/dangerous depending on where you are. Problems keep going and going.. It's not that people haven't thought of these things, it's just that it's not practical at all.

  • @Seafariireland
    @Seafariireland 10 місяців тому

    What an incredible piece of creation, reuse, recycle, repurpose and soo much to build! Happy cyclehoming! SkipRay

  • @Life_is_Awesome_Civil
    @Life_is_Awesome_Civil 4 роки тому +95

    I will try to do this type one day

    • @wisemann_
      @wisemann_ 3 роки тому +1

      How did it go mate?

    • @Andrew-bz9wr
      @Andrew-bz9wr 3 роки тому +1

      @A ϝish! .

    • @bigbonedthankyou7849
      @bigbonedthankyou7849 3 роки тому +1

      You should Give it to the homeless

    • @yaris684
      @yaris684 3 роки тому +3

      7 months later, he is no closer to it than he was when he first said it. Life is about action. Words mean fuck all! Let this comment section be a lesson to ya.

    • @jellythegamer7416
      @jellythegamer7416 3 роки тому +1

      I know it's not easy

  • @Barnesy727
    @Barnesy727 5 років тому +213

    You guys haven't seen the damp proofing I left outside my house have you?

    • @sarahwark3389
      @sarahwark3389 5 років тому

      Lol 😂

    • @jayswarrow1196
      @jayswarrow1196 4 роки тому

      They might have, but they didn't plan on building a lorry-based RV...

  • @heaven-is-real
    @heaven-is-real 5 років тому +4

    Having some baked beans and wine in Epping Forest was pretty cool. I like the sound system and the harmonica accompaniment.

  • @AmbrociousXP
    @AmbrociousXP 5 років тому +285

    And then a gust of 10 MPH came and you fall over. Neat idea though.

    • @YeahTheDuckweed
      @YeahTheDuckweed 5 років тому +10

      *Shhh.*

    • @sebastienmonette6659
      @sebastienmonette6659 5 років тому +8

      @@YeahTheDuckweed
      You made too much wind! Now the cockroach in on the ground! Dam you!

    • @painkillerjones6232
      @painkillerjones6232 5 років тому +10

      I feel a mighty FART coming along!!!!

    • @sebastienmonette6659
      @sebastienmonette6659 5 років тому +5

      @@painkillerjones6232 oh no

    • @artistfrank8511
      @artistfrank8511 5 років тому +3

      well it s got to be heavier than one bike... 2 bikes and 2 people ... ...... ... ... .. ... . . .... ... . .. .. ... .

  • @kathyfann
    @kathyfann 2 роки тому +1

    Some of the Homeless could really benefit wow. And we could go out for the Day and enjoy the Great outdoors.
    And still sleep off the ground.
    It’s not all wether wind 💨 but that comes next. 😊 good Job 👏 waiting for the next upgrade

  • @minhhop3208
    @minhhop3208 2 роки тому

    Genius!!!! The world needs smart and hardworking people like you!!!
    Thanks for sharing!

  • @carolreid5405
    @carolreid5405 5 років тому +17

    Thanks for the great laugh and innovative inspire.

  • @nothereanymore3941
    @nothereanymore3941 5 років тому +528

    This feels like something Team Rocket would be riding around

    • @obisvanainobis9950
      @obisvanainobis9950 5 років тому +1

      Ikr

    • @tobywong2268
      @tobywong2268 5 років тому +11

      Tsunamori Nanashi pikachu would only power up their vehicle

    • @trendgil
      @trendgil 5 років тому +2

      Team rocket? You're a stupid ass xD rockett powerr

    • @Zurgo-fl1kx
      @Zurgo-fl1kx 5 років тому +4

      PREPARE FOR TROUBLE!

    • @kattrablake7008
      @kattrablake7008 5 років тому

      Like there cardboard tank from season 1?

  • @brebeeb
    @brebeeb 6 років тому +16

    absolutely amazing, i have loved the whole process

  • @mandmgaming8164
    @mandmgaming8164 2 роки тому +2

    this kind of looks like an indian rickshaw haha stellar job!

  • @ThomasMcFarland
    @ThomasMcFarland 2 роки тому +2

    This is one of my all time favorite you tube videos. So fun, want to build! Love the energy and slap dash that went into this.

  • @ScoutJoe
    @ScoutJoe 5 років тому +13

    This is a next gen type of bicycle kudos to your team

  • @quercus4730
    @quercus4730 5 років тому +36

    May we never grow up. Good video, Thank you.

  • @stillpixel9233
    @stillpixel9233 3 роки тому +1

    Honestly as a proof of concept this is pretty amazing and very brilliantly designed

  • @mikesgenerators2068
    @mikesgenerators2068 Рік тому

    The way your co- driver panicked made me burst into laughter 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🇰🇪🇰🇪

  • @mrMacGoover
    @mrMacGoover 5 років тому +13

    You guys cracked me up! :D The Cockroach .. what a fitting name! LOL!

  • @kathkwilts
    @kathkwilts 5 років тому +47

    You could have used canvas as a wrap and then painted over it for rigidity.

    • @radthibidaeux8229
      @radthibidaeux8229 5 років тому +4

      Kevlar Aramid fibre, stitch it like fabric to the shapes you desire, then coat with vinlyestre resin. The final shape will be quite durable and, if you like, bullet-proof, which one might find a useful quality in the coming days . . .

    • @zasvedogovore
      @zasvedogovore 5 років тому +1

      Actually it doesn't need to be rigid at all

    • @davespark10
      @davespark10 5 років тому +1

      Oh rigidity, I read dignity 🤣🤣

    • @jayswarrow1196
      @jayswarrow1196 4 роки тому

      Forget coming days, bulletproof is a nice addition right now, if you plan on travelling south of Westminster...

    • @Jacob-yg7lz
      @Jacob-yg7lz 4 роки тому

      That'd get heavy quick though.

  • @DanFrederiksen
    @DanFrederiksen 5 років тому +11

    Good fun even though my engineering sensibilities were fairly violated. Maybe mountain bikes for a bit more strength. Flip down mattresses or inflatable. lithium batteries, not lead. Some level of air tightness in the camping config for modest thermal management. Rear peg so it doesn't topple back.
    It could also be two independent bikes that could latch together with inflatable roof.

  • @ham33709
    @ham33709 3 роки тому

    the amount of effort you put into this, your so underrated it hurts.

  • @harrimat100
    @harrimat100 2 роки тому

    17:47 That was a classic Top Gear/Grand Tour moment right there.

  • @josegarita939
    @josegarita939 5 років тому +13

    Here in Costa Rica it rains too much so we need that kind of vehicle.

  • @Blingus69
    @Blingus69 5 років тому +4

    This is actually the coolest thing I’ve ever seen

  • @SoloSailing77
    @SoloSailing77 2 роки тому +1

    Working on a self charging tricycle with a mini Gooseneck camper. I have major rides planned. Being able to create something out of scrap parts is a serious skill! New sub, plan on watching past video's. Cheers!

  • @vivavasquez
    @vivavasquez Рік тому

    inspirational to the moon and back and around the world ! love this !!! my parrot dances to this video , he loves it too .

  • @IgnacioAOlivar
    @IgnacioAOlivar 5 років тому +11

    Great job!!! Well done!!! The idea it's good. I think that instead using two bikes, you can make a recumbent trike (two wheels back, one in front). Again, very good job, specially for use a lot of garbage and scrap parts.

    • @bofud
      @bofud 5 років тому +3

      That's what I thought, it seemed to go fine even when they lost one of the front wheels, which was really surprising to me.
      Great stuff, super entertaining video!

    • @Adam_Wilde
      @Adam_Wilde 5 років тому

      Good points. I deeply respect the recycling nature of this whole project.

  • @angelabrade3374
    @angelabrade3374 5 років тому +17

    Oh this made me giggle ....it’s fabulous ...well done guys 🤣🤣

  • @kenjboyd6233
    @kenjboyd6233 5 років тому +5

    Absolutely incredible job! Anybody who thinks it's foolish is the same kind of person who laughed at the Wright brothers!

  • @Speedpotato
    @Speedpotato 2 роки тому

    Young at heart designer at best love it

  • @YoCuzwaasup
    @YoCuzwaasup 4 роки тому

    Very cool just loved how you WORKED THROUGH THE KINKS

  • @Edwerdman
    @Edwerdman 5 років тому +10

    We need more people to build this type of home bikes system and maybe we can start an new revolution....

  • @DeathRacer-yl2hx
    @DeathRacer-yl2hx 5 років тому +8

    I had a smile the whole way through this video, my cheeks started to hurt. Good work lads :)

  • @eamoncat
    @eamoncat 4 роки тому

    Looks like a typical cool homemade vehicle from top gear.

  • @petarkaraganchev775
    @petarkaraganchev775 2 роки тому

    It resembles the vehicles of "The Flintstones", but instead of using their feet for moving from one place to another, they are using bicycles. Really cool idea, house on wheels changed into house on bycicle, which is pretty much the same. I love the idea.

  • @rosej4346
    @rosej4346 5 років тому +6

    This looks exactly how I imagined a modern pioneer wagon would look

  • @psyrapmafia
    @psyrapmafia 5 років тому +15

    would love to own an advanced version of it, i.e. one where I won't wake up with a raccoon welcoming itself in via the undercarriage.

  • @thomas4315
    @thomas4315 5 років тому +13

    Eating a meal of beans while sleeping in a 4 foot room. But it’s not like enclose the bottom has ventilation. But still why beans for celebration?

  • @phillyvoodoo
    @phillyvoodoo 2 роки тому

    Awesome job!!!! I love Grand Designs and Kevin McCloud all of the way from the USA

  • @bonniestillwater6859
    @bonniestillwater6859 Рік тому

    Very creative. Great job. You have shown the world that with only 2 bikes you can have a Tiny Home On Wheels ❤

  • @DeanTheDoctor
    @DeanTheDoctor 5 років тому +8

    You guys are rad! 😂❤

  • @endonutz
    @endonutz 5 років тому +7

    one of the most ridiculous things I've seen...i loved it

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere 5 років тому +8

    Total cost to produce: $14.73
    Cost of insurance: $937/year

  • @Pyromancers
    @Pyromancers 2 роки тому

    Like an old Top Gear challenge. Well done.

  • @kristofkohari
    @kristofkohari 5 років тому

    Everyone who is complaining that seeing this in the UK is bad it is not. Things like these make the UK different from other places.

  • @christianmarquez3143
    @christianmarquez3143 5 років тому +12

    I want to make one too! So cool.. Made me laugh too. =]

  • @KevinGenocchi
    @KevinGenocchi 5 років тому +160

    Mabie use mountain bike wheels?

    • @harrydwyer
      @harrydwyer  5 років тому +31

      Good point, larger, more sturdy wheels would have been sensible, although these sporty ones make it easier to pedal and improve the range on the batteries.

    • @KevinGenocchi
      @KevinGenocchi 5 років тому +2

      @@harrydwyer ah, I see.

    • @tiltil9442
      @tiltil9442 5 років тому +11

      Flimsy wheels make it more iffy-looking and spectacular.

    • @skunkhollow1
      @skunkhollow1 5 років тому +6

      *maybe

    • @Pohnees
      @Pohnees 5 років тому +4

      @@harrydwyer Love the 'cockroach' bike! Are you considering putting some kind of heavy duty clear polyurethane on/around your windscreen wheels? Maybe even thick clear vinyl would do the trick too for those crisp mornings :)

  • @SylphidUndine
    @SylphidUndine 5 років тому +8

    i'd love to see if this thing can endure some kind of cross country road trip

  • @thomaswalton992
    @thomaswalton992 5 років тому

    The wonderful world of creativity

  • @cobraslikecorn
    @cobraslikecorn 2 роки тому

    This is helping the world by recycling, not using gas powered products AND he’s using a SOLAR car! Anyway u just earned a subscriber

  • @alfriedar
    @alfriedar 5 років тому +117

    its a prototype.. so yes its super ugly... but proof of concept I assume is the goal.. better design comes later .. i imagine

    • @TSAR2010
      @TSAR2010 5 років тому

      alfriedar A

    • @shancyroesner9212
      @shancyroesner9212 5 років тому

      It’s soo newm newm tho

    • @Hellsong89
      @Hellsong89 5 років тому +3

      More likely is this was built just for clicks and will be scrapped.. heck they probably didnt even spend the night on the woods, but just film bit and went back. Concept has its benefits, but depends highly by climate and local laws what ever this is practical solution.

    • @devodavis6454
      @devodavis6454 5 років тому

      I think it's cute. They ought to have called it something else, maybe.

    • @OxygenBeats
      @OxygenBeats 5 років тому +3

      @@Hellsong89 I agree. This is a stupid design. If the signals don't work, you have no way to signal. The bike relies on having two riders, it's extremely non-aerodynamic, the solar panels are only useful in sunny weather, etc... it's more practical to just attach a bike trailer and pack tent and whatever else you need. It's main usefulness is for getting views with a quirky video.

  • @fourzerofour7860
    @fourzerofour7860 5 років тому +8

    This was great.
    I want to see one now made of proper materials (they can still be recycled, just a bit more... processed? XD) with precision made components so it's 'as good as can be'. Maybe with the addition of the ability to use the power from the solar panels to assist in moving it? (E-bike style...)
    If I was rich I'd finance it just to see it done. :P

    • @tiltil9442
      @tiltil9442 5 років тому

      Noooooo!

    • @richardhasler4795
      @richardhasler4795 5 років тому

      What, and lose that rustic charm or perhaps favella chic, no way!

  • @KAT-th5eh
    @KAT-th5eh 4 роки тому

    Lol watching Big Boys tinker takes me back to my Brother, who when little, he used to take apart all 6 Family Bikes when we weren't looking, & put them back together:. One was always left unusable😂...

  • @AuntLizzie
    @AuntLizzie 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for a good laugh. Looked good though - wish I had one. LOL

  • @curtn7076
    @curtn7076 5 років тому +67

    Hey maybe call it the "Dung Beetle"... because it's like rolling a big pile of Sh*t all around! Just kidding..it's pretty cool.

  • @johnpfmcguire
    @johnpfmcguire 5 років тому +4

    The best part is it's ambidextrous, so you can drive it in any country

  • @byproxivods9904
    @byproxivods9904 6 років тому +4

    This is so cool

  • @mrantone916
    @mrantone916 3 роки тому

    Future looks promising , God bless! 🙏

  • @elizabethgaspodnetich4322
    @elizabethgaspodnetich4322 Рік тому

    This is awesome!! Makes me wish I was young and adventurous again!! This bike trailer is so damn cute! It would be fun to go peddling around in, not near traffic that is!!

  • @barbar2316
    @barbar2316 5 років тому +20

    more details like closed window or thiccer walls to protect more heat and it will be super 'car for camping :)
    '

    • @JoshWeaverRC
      @JoshWeaverRC 5 років тому

      Less details like closed windows and thicker walls and the project is simpler and lighter and still ready for camping.

  • @ekim64cub
    @ekim64cub 5 років тому +11

    when he played the harmonica I though someone was screaming.

  • @stunter2875
    @stunter2875 4 роки тому +1

    I can't even figure out how I wanna turn my Honda Element into a camper for the least amount of money. These guys build a bicycle camper..Great job

  • @abntfwl3577
    @abntfwl3577 4 роки тому

    I like the crazy adventure spirit in you

  • @shadowdance4666
    @shadowdance4666 5 років тому +21

    Take it to highlands of Scotland during a wind 🌬 storm ☔️ and let the hilarity ensue

    • @radthibidaeux8229
      @radthibidaeux8229 5 років тому +1

      24" screw in ground anchors with a cheater bar, some good cables probably six total, connected to a STOUT canvas overtop/awning, and your pitch ain't going anywhere until you say so. Good accessory to have for the land of William Wallace. No better friend than a sober Scotsmen. No worse enemy than a drunk one.

    • @shadowdance4666
      @shadowdance4666 5 років тому

      Rad Thibidaeux will you be sailing the seas of cheese

    • @Hi-yf1oc
      @Hi-yf1oc 5 років тому

      If you watch Hurricane Heist on netflix they have a ground anchors. It was an intresting movie.

    • @tileking8078
      @tileking8078 5 років тому

      Take it to the lowlands of Detroit, and sell hot link sanmittches, out of the back(whit bbq fritos n a red soda water)$7.50

  • @d3str0i3r
    @d3str0i3r 5 років тому +35

    i'd have used bikes with suspension maybe, like mountainbikes, would need beefier motors and batteries but would have been slightly more comfortable and practical

    • @caseysmith544
      @caseysmith544 5 років тому +6

      I agree to get to the camping spot, as most of those are off paved roads the tires and suspension would be more heavy duty like a mountain bike. I might have two of the electric motors one for each bike then, with more solar panels on the machine. The bike could be almost the same weight as old Steel frames if you find aluminum mountain bikes preferably used ones as I would hate to do this to a good new bike.

    • @1jediwitch
      @1jediwitch 5 років тому +1

      *Yes, also the all terrain tires & wheels.*

    • @funkyman909
      @funkyman909 5 років тому +1

      @@caseysmith544 good luck welding aluminum frames, very tricky

    • @kenjboyd6233
      @kenjboyd6233 5 років тому

      Make it Desmond and we will buy more than one!

    • @caseysmith544
      @caseysmith544 5 років тому

      @@funkyman909 no then you use PVC to connect bikes togther. Not other old bikes. Still would weigh the same as a current solar bike they made.

  • @louislapointe9601
    @louislapointe9601 2 роки тому

    I can't remember the last time I was so entertained by a video. You have definitely made my day. Cheers.

  • @patricianorwood1075
    @patricianorwood1075 2 роки тому

    Sort of a modern Flintstones pedal car as a camper. I love the idea .

  • @rosewinebrenner3179
    @rosewinebrenner3179 5 років тому +6

    You guys are brilliant. And hilarious. I laughed out loud several times, plus I'm inspired. Thanks!

  • @maxmooredotuk
    @maxmooredotuk 5 років тому +6

    was that the bloke from grand designs

  • @eelco8800
    @eelco8800 5 років тому +9

    Come to the Netherlands. You'll be received with open arms.

  • @dandionila5133
    @dandionila5133 5 років тому

    This two guys is so creative thumbs up for me.

  • @tumblebugspace
    @tumblebugspace 4 роки тому

    What a fun design idea!

  • @wisedonkey7644
    @wisedonkey7644 5 років тому +20

    can you build a submarine?

    • @harrydwyer
      @harrydwyer  5 років тому +10

      Not sure it would be very air tight. But we'll always give it a go.

    • @kolloduke3341
      @kolloduke3341 5 років тому +1

      heeeHHeeEEhs....f.a.f. lol.

    • @kirkjohnson9353
      @kirkjohnson9353 5 років тому +5

      I think this thing would make at least ONE dive. LOL

    • @KingVinceKing
      @KingVinceKing 5 років тому +2

      @@harrydwyer Hey I love your videos maybe get some inspirations from this video: ua-cam.com/video/ixBEUj4eAIU/v-deo.html
      I guess you could also use a gas tank to build the main body of the submarine

    • @tooyoungtobeold8756
      @tooyoungtobeold8756 5 років тому

      Or an aeroplane?

  • @tsfcancerman
    @tsfcancerman 5 років тому +20

    Maybe build it aerodynamic so you dont push a wall towards the wind

    • @bushbaby3362
      @bushbaby3362 5 років тому +1

      ...propeller on the new more aerodynamic nose hook to the lil deep cycle battery...hey voila 🚬...

  • @LatinSlav
    @LatinSlav 3 роки тому

    the white membrane you found ,is used to protect the basement , you build something under street level, you put a isolation ,and after you use that membrane to wrap it all up

  • @randomunavailable
    @randomunavailable 2 роки тому

    Some quality precise engineering.

  • @redraven117
    @redraven117 5 років тому +7

    That thing needs to see burningman

  • @tylerm1439
    @tylerm1439 4 роки тому +3

    My anxiety when the little girl was riding on the front of the bike was astonishing. (4:10)