We Built a Street-Legal Electric Motorcycle for $4,000 (PARTS LIST)

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  • @TOAD7464
    @TOAD7464 3 роки тому +2057

    The fact you made an electric cafe racer isn't the wild part. You made a cafe racer with 200 mile range. That's insane

    • @LawrenceRhodes
      @LawrenceRhodes 3 роки тому +52

      Looking forward to a ride and capacity check. Easy to do and will confirm estimated range.

    • @caseyb1346
      @caseyb1346 3 роки тому +89

      @AcoolCat that's easy, pretty much every commercially available e-bike/e-motorcycle is a scam. The manufacturers know that most people have no clue how cheap electric parts are, and how easy they are to work with.

    • @naz95k71
      @naz95k71 3 роки тому +22

      Its not that hard.... I made a 80mile range battery for literal pennies.

    • @a_hope_in_hell
      @a_hope_in_hell 3 роки тому +24

      that's about what a stock CB750 that the donor bike of this was can do. also got a CB 750 cafe racer and 200 miles is about as far as I can get with a full tank!

    • @TA-cp7oz
      @TA-cp7oz 3 роки тому +5

      @@caseyb1346 posted an offer for them to manufacture

  • @echoMagnolia
    @echoMagnolia 3 роки тому +127

    I work at a company that makes lithium batteries for space applications, and I am really impressed by your battery design! Awesome work guys, seriously.

    • @line6spider10
      @line6spider10 2 роки тому

      I hope I get a comment like this when I post my video

    • @sonicsupersam7793
      @sonicsupersam7793 2 роки тому

      @@line6spider10 what are you building?

    • @kevins1552
      @kevins1552 2 роки тому

      seriously? Shouldn't they have spot welded that?

    • @echoMagnolia
      @echoMagnolia 2 роки тому +1

      @@kevins1552 yes, the typical approach is to spot weld but that doesn't mean soldering won't work. Once you get the spot weld procedure dialed in you get consistent electrical connections that are more tolerant to shock and vibration, and reduce the risk of overheating the cell during the solder operation. Still, awesome work guys.

    • @taiwoolaleye6333
      @taiwoolaleye6333 Рік тому

      cooling though

  • @mastercheif1989
    @mastercheif1989 3 роки тому +302

    This is how entrepreneurs and companies start, they become Harley Davidson, Zero Motorcycles, and the like. Way to go guys. You should definitely consider branding it, licensing it, and working towards getting your own thing going.

    • @Darkness-ie2yl
      @Darkness-ie2yl 2 роки тому +6

      not without the blessing of the masters. and of course tribute

    • @MyKharli
      @MyKharli 2 роки тому +3

      What ! become overpriced, overhyped, terrible for self fixing beancounter company ? , i hope not !

    • @MazdaRX7007
      @MazdaRX7007 2 роки тому +1

      @Darkness
      Ah yes, the government and good ol taxes

    • @Darkness-ie2yl
      @Darkness-ie2yl 2 роки тому +1

      @@MazdaRX7007 them too

    • @13thvarebel16
      @13thvarebel16 2 роки тому +2

      @@MyKharli Unfortunately, that's the ultimate fate of every successful business that outlives its founders.

  • @martinreynolds9193
    @martinreynolds9193 3 роки тому +20

    Please please please consider taking this on tour across the country. There are literally thousands of US that wish to see it up close for ourselves and most importantly, just to shake your hands. Awesome awesome job guys!

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  6 місяців тому +1

      Made my night, two years later. Appreciate you, dude. 💯

  • @ashworthcustoms
    @ashworthcustoms 3 роки тому +391

    Definitely switch over to belt drive it’s quieter with less drag. Sick build guys.

    • @redford6110
      @redford6110 3 роки тому +7

      itll slip

    • @eduardosampoia5480
      @eduardosampoia5480 3 роки тому +36

      @@redford6110 not if it's toothed

    • @redford6110
      @redford6110 3 роки тому +4

      @@eduardosampoia5480 aaah they still slip

    • @hardergamer
      @hardergamer 3 роки тому +71

      ​@@redford6110 No they do not slip, look up bikes like Zero, BMW, also what do you think a Cambelt is on most cars trucks? If they slipped just 1 tooth they will bend valves etc. Harley Davidson's use belt drives, just look at the HD livewire.

    • @Falcodrin
      @Falcodrin 3 роки тому +3

      @@hardergamer gotta love interference engines...

  • @roychungy
    @roychungy 3 роки тому +24

    Practically never comment on UA-cam videos but this has to be the coolest project bike that I've ever seen.
    Will be trying something similar in the future thanks to you guys!
    Amazing job.

  • @techguy3424
    @techguy3424 3 роки тому +89

    Swapping to a belt drive would make it quieter and it looks like there's room under the seat for a few more batteries down the road if you want them. Cool project.

    • @codiclimenhaga7234
      @codiclimenhaga7234 3 роки тому +6

      belt would or old school direct shaft

    • @0xsergy
      @0xsergy 3 роки тому +13

      @@codiclimenhaga7234 driveshafts have a ton of friction losses due to 2 90deg power transfers. belts i think have less drag than chains tho.

    • @mihaisamaila7646
      @mihaisamaila7646 3 роки тому +3

      @@codiclimenhaga7234 Shafts add weight, apart from adding complexity.

    • @callefalk4457
      @callefalk4457 3 роки тому

      WTF???

    • @eksine
      @eksine 3 роки тому

      belts sound like they could break, I would not want to get stranded. a chain is strong. or at least carry an extra belt and other parts

  • @anesthetized7053
    @anesthetized7053 3 роки тому +74

    i love how simple these bikes are, yes there are complicated measurments and making a battery pack is tedious but the part count is so low that replacing / fixing things must be so convinent compared to diagnosing a gasoline engine and taking things apart. Although i guess repairing the damaged parts on electric bikes is not as easy in certain situations, a dead motor often is not repairable and you have to just buy a new one.

    • @KillinReapers
      @KillinReapers 2 роки тому

      Not wrong, but people already familiar with mechanical things that don't know electric, have an easier time with gas stuff

    • @CaptainOverLoad
      @CaptainOverLoad 2 роки тому +5

      You can rewind a motor stator but people thing it’s rocket science. Sadly most of man has not mastered electrical and the harnessing of it. It’s all about precision, just as puting a block back together and adjusting valve gaps are. It can be done easy and cheap but people will not educate themselves further than the engine. Motors are useful outside of electric cars.

  • @MB031
    @MB031 2 роки тому +1

    That's insane built ! The most noise comes from sprocket and chain ! Switch to belt and that will be completely quiet.. great job.

  • @W4rH4wkXX
    @W4rH4wkXX 3 роки тому +119

    "It's not a Dad bod, it's a father figure" LMFAO! 😂 Gents, excellent job! this bike looks so bad @$$!

    • @trevorsmith1174
      @trevorsmith1174 3 роки тому +3

      Need that shirt! Lol

    • @MatthewN8OHU
      @MatthewN8OHU 3 роки тому +1

      @@trevorsmith1174 Me too, though it will end up being a birthday present for my setpfather.

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 3 роки тому

      @@MatthewN8OHU I can think of about 1e6 people who would like it.

  • @JShel14
    @JShel14 3 роки тому +16

    This honestly deserves a million views. Such a cool project, and an awesome functional vehicle came of it.

  • @thuggooch1776
    @thuggooch1776 2 роки тому +11

    The ingenuity and dedication that went into this is remarkable! What a bike!

  • @JMMinistries
    @JMMinistries 3 роки тому +6

    Super Happy, Excited & Proud Of You Guys!
    THE ELECTRIC CAFE RACER LOOKS FREAKING AWESOME! 🔥🙌🏾👌😱

  • @MrPPunch69
    @MrPPunch69 3 роки тому +316

    Sadly a build like this would be far beyond "streetlegal" in my country.
    Great work guys, jealous regards.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +16

      Haha dang

    • @MrPPunch69
      @MrPPunch69 3 роки тому +42

      @@wolfgar_m9389 Noch schlimmer, Österreicher 🤪

    • @xeno3029
      @xeno3029 3 роки тому +13

      If I may ask how would it not be street legal, is it just the fact that its self made?

    • @Matt281296
      @Matt281296 3 роки тому +49

      @@xeno3029 anything self built is illegal in Europe basically. Making it road legal would require you to be a professional maker and usually an industrialist.

    • @pascal8691
      @pascal8691 3 роки тому +15

      They have to wait for the plate, as they mentioned at the end of the video (min 29:00). It's not street legal jet. I don't know, what the requirements are, to get it street legal, but in my country (Switzerland) would that be allmost impossible to achive :-)

  • @anordman9659
    @anordman9659 3 роки тому +10

    Guys, this is soo inspiring. I am totally impressed with the range. I am not a café racer biker but this inspired me to start with an electric custom build. Thx for all the vids.

  • @cscheatum
    @cscheatum 3 роки тому +31

    This was such a sick build. I love the scoop tank, no electrical builder has thought of that to keep the controller cool, brilliant idea.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +5

      Really set the mood of the bike. 👌🏽

    • @ElectraFlarefire
      @ElectraFlarefire 3 роки тому +3

      Does have the downside that any rain goes right over the controller and electronics.. :)
      But it is a unique look and good for dry days! :)

  • @sneerisraely9740
    @sneerisraely9740 3 роки тому +465

    If you guys actually build these to sell, I would totally buy one it looks amazing has a cyberpunk feel I love it. Great job

    • @TA-cp7oz
      @TA-cp7oz 3 роки тому +11

      Just posted an offer for them to do such.

    • @hermanstokbrood
      @hermanstokbrood 3 роки тому +5

      To say it differently: put your money where your mouth is ;)

    • @momotabtutino7842
      @momotabtutino7842 3 роки тому +1

      Same

    • @projectgamer3369
      @projectgamer3369 3 роки тому +3

      Hell yeah l would love to buy one to

    • @erikayala163
      @erikayala163 3 роки тому +3

      I agree, you guys should start a project like this for regular citizens to get an electric motorcycle instead of a regular gas one

  • @brandonthomas303
    @brandonthomas303 3 роки тому

    4k in parts...
    To have you guys with the brains build it.... priceless !!!

  • @Mikeofindy
    @Mikeofindy 3 роки тому +4

    This channel has had such positive growth. Glad to have watched it all happen and what is yet to come.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому

      Glad to have you!

  • @joshuahunt9520
    @joshuahunt9520 3 роки тому +48

    Love the end result, the concept and execution. My only gripe is the back corners of the large battery box near your knees, looks like a major catch point if your ever thrown forward. May never happen and hoping it never does. Mad work!

  • @havip7748
    @havip7748 3 роки тому +1

    That gas tank idea looks Super dope!!

  • @herr_panzerfaust2514
    @herr_panzerfaust2514 3 роки тому +12

    Im speechless. This is absolutely amazing, the exact same thing that i´m planning to build in the near future. Congratulations guys, the bike looks INCREDIBLE!!!

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks dude!!

  • @jamesclay4012
    @jamesclay4012 3 роки тому +28

    It's gorgeous! I've followed this project from the beginning. I'm very very impressed with the work you guys have done. Can't wait for your next project. I'm motivated to build my dream.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +1

      Do it dude 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 thanks for following along all this time!

  • @tebrannan
    @tebrannan 3 роки тому +2

    I love that I can watch the "summary" video, and go back and watch the individual videos that interest me! Way cool!

  • @michaelspiteri2013
    @michaelspiteri2013 3 роки тому +19

    boys it looks so sweet - massive congrats to you

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks a ton dude!

  • @FumblsTheSniper
    @FumblsTheSniper 3 роки тому +14

    There’s still plenty of problems with “e” technology but that people are fitting it in their spare time speaks a lot about the viability. I’ve got an electric skateboard setup that hauls me and 30lbs gear 15 miles at 20mph. It’s fairly dangerous due to the physics but is otherwise incredibly reliable. It’s only problem is that it doesn’t deal with moisture, which you shouldn’t be skating in the wet anyway.

    • @residentcivilengineer
      @residentcivilengineer 3 роки тому

      Did you build the skateboard yourself? if so, did you follow a tutorial for the skateboard or just really good with crafts?

  • @rjnation5042
    @rjnation5042 3 роки тому +1

    Great project, & if that's not a dad bod, but a father figure, it's a damn good looking fella, Rj in Oz

  • @buckbuchanan4810
    @buckbuchanan4810 2 роки тому +3

    Love it, the only thing I would add is a mesh grill on the tank scoop to keep critters, debris, etc. from going inside

  • @xsinx6577
    @xsinx6577 2 роки тому +3

    theres only one suggestion i can make that may or may not be helpful and thats to just put a short fender in front of the rear wheel so that youre not kicking dust, dirt, or even rocks at that motor. beyond that you guys did a phenomenal job and this is one of the coolest things ive ever seen. Makes me want to get into fabrication to make some cool one off bikes that are electric

  • @Merc399
    @Merc399 2 роки тому

    Much respect for open sourcing this build man!

  • @LordCurt
    @LordCurt 3 роки тому +12

    Such a crazy process! It’s surreal to watch it all play back. Beyond excited for the future projects! Everybody stay tuned!!

    • @SniperSnake50BMG
      @SniperSnake50BMG 3 роки тому +2

      You're a warlock Curt. Excellent job!!
      In wondering if you actually have more to credit for the job about battery pack, supercap pack and drivetrain...

    • @turbotim9009
      @turbotim9009 3 роки тому +2

      Impressive work my dude

  • @petermiles55
    @petermiles55 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks guys for the video. This was definitely a labour of love and such a creative endeavour.

  • @g0ldensample21
    @g0ldensample21 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats guys! Well done.

  • @hoodrobin781
    @hoodrobin781 2 роки тому +3

    You can clearly see all of those late hours rubbed into that air scoop on the “tank.” Bang up job guys. Oh, and the mileage, noice. Very inspiring, thank you.

  • @chuck1011212
    @chuck1011212 3 роки тому +20

    Big props. You guys work great together, and even with the project's challenges and personal challenges you noted along the way, you stuck to it and put out a great product. Great series!

  • @edubassplayer2
    @edubassplayer2 2 роки тому

    Why can't I like this video twice?
    Beautyfully done!

  • @DaBaltimoron
    @DaBaltimoron 3 роки тому +262

    Looking forward to a 0-60, top speed, and range video!

    • @sijonda
      @sijonda 3 роки тому +19

      Same. My attention is on the range with that lofty around 180 mile claim. DIY builds that I've seen about 3+ years ago always had a poor range limitation and it's why I walked away from going beyond just research.
      If it's finally possible I'd get back into digging online and consider trying to build something.
      The majority of my traveling beyond walking is a 200 mile round trip visiting my family every few weeks.

    • @Torxed
      @Torxed 3 роки тому +6

      I'm also curious about range. Great job on the build tho!

    • @HubbHubbs
      @HubbHubbs 3 роки тому +4

      Real world its a safe 100 miles at highway speed from the 13kwh pack.

    • @sijonda
      @sijonda 3 роки тому +16

      @@HubbHubbs Highway speed being what? 55mph or 75? I'd be cruising at 80 depending on traffic. I'm being realistic since that's literally about what must people go around here.

    • @GimmeDaBacon
      @GimmeDaBacon 3 роки тому

      Yes

  • @johnoldonekanole602
    @johnoldonekanole602 3 роки тому +3

    Great to see young people with your talents doing something constructive . Thank you for sharing .

  • @aman121495
    @aman121495 3 роки тому +1

    Damn you guys worked your asses off no joke! congrats on the sick bike 1 of 1

  • @CherokeeAquatics
    @CherokeeAquatics 3 роки тому +10

    Omg just to see it at this point is mind blowing, much love Inja and lord Kurt. Ahhh this has been a long journey. The wait is over! 👍

  • @kazukarukelley
    @kazukarukelley 3 роки тому +4

    Wicked shirt Lord Curt! Epic project and really enjoyed the ride to get here!

  • @jasonthemason1971
    @jasonthemason1971 3 роки тому

    Just paid for my Sondors Metacycle. Can’t wait to put a foot into the electric motorcycle world……….
    Nice build BTW !!

  • @klausbrinck2137
    @klausbrinck2137 3 роки тому +5

    Great !!! U could build a delta/star-switch (where the 3 cables go IN the motor) in order to end up with 2 electronic gears, one for launching and accelerating, and one for cruising and top-speed... Makes life easier and extends the range and battery-life by raised efficiency.

  • @drawntojapan3841
    @drawntojapan3841 3 роки тому +6

    Super smart and safe design choice housing the chain inside the frame itself. This is an amazing little machine. Thanks for the video :)

  • @kevinmcmanis7335
    @kevinmcmanis7335 3 роки тому +1

    Great Video! Very exciting and cool! Would love to have one.

  • @johnnyray34
    @johnnyray34 3 роки тому +3

    That's a badass ebike. You guys should be proud of that build! I want one! You guys should showcase this beautiful machine!

  • @marianomolina263
    @marianomolina263 3 роки тому +4

    Great job!! Love what you did here, you guys are real Pros!! Nice job putting this video together too!👍

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks a ton!

  • @vijeandran
    @vijeandran 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing..... It's next-generation BEAST!!!!
    LOVE FROM INDIA!!!

  • @onsafari
    @onsafari 3 роки тому +13

    You guys are absolute legends. This build literally blew my mind.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks bro 💯

  • @2000wrx
    @2000wrx 2 роки тому +4

    This is cool as hell, I would give up 50 miles to allow for more bandwidth to design/style the body/batt enclosure. Very cool at a prototype.

  • @MotherFarquhar
    @MotherFarquhar 3 роки тому +1

    The Stance 'the look' is right, fantastic achievement..

  • @elyipierre2284
    @elyipierre2284 3 роки тому +4

    The second greatest thing about this video was that T-shirt!

  • @gazehound
    @gazehound 3 роки тому +3

    Dude the supercaps are so cool. I've been waiting for someone to put them on an ebike but an electric motorcycle is arguably even cooler

  • @magnum44pi11
    @magnum44pi11 2 роки тому

    Gr8 build. Add fairing to cover the battery, motor and rear sprocket.

  • @curiousmind4870
    @curiousmind4870 3 роки тому +5

    Use your own brand, definitely. Great bike! Great build!

  • @MaratheCorgi
    @MaratheCorgi 2 роки тому +3

    Just found you guys and subscribed almost immediately. Great work and why haven’t you two started a electric bike business. Truly awesome.

  • @Kaitozaki
    @Kaitozaki 3 роки тому

    There's motors inbuilt within wheels...you could've had dual motor front and back...dont need a chain...and the whole frame would be a battery pack... wirings could've poked upwards instead of the side so everything would be underneath the tank...for the controller you could open the housing and install it on the tank itself as a heat spreader with thermal paste...my knee caps hurt looking at the battery pack frame facing your knees...get a 48v or 12v battery pack for brakes, headlight, horns and etc...overall a great project...

  • @donaldwright2426
    @donaldwright2426 3 роки тому +10

    What more can we say than "congratulations" on your hard work and dedication to your project. You are very inspiring young men. I'm also building my dream, a tadpole electric 3-wheel motorcycle. And thanks for links to your component list; this will facilitate my research and my purchases.

  • @thra5herxb12s
    @thra5herxb12s 3 роки тому +18

    As the chain and sprockets wear in to each other the slight noise will reduce to zero. A tensioned roller under the chain will take up any slack and get the chain off the swingarm where it touches at the moment. I would use a generic belt pully tensioner from some old car rather than fabricate something 👍

    • @TJPDmember
      @TJPDmember 3 роки тому +1

      every bike got that chain noise, you just usually don't ear it over the engine. look at every other ev bikes that are chain driven (Y)

  • @sams5803
    @sams5803 3 роки тому +1

    You guys are the best!

  • @halfnelson6115
    @halfnelson6115 3 роки тому +3

    Sweet. It's one thing to do a build in a shop full of machines/tools, it a whole other ball of wax to build with limited tools/experience. #respect Great job, fellas. Well done.

  • @Omnihil777
    @Omnihil777 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome build, wow! Learned much & read much after watching it, about LiFePo Batteries and capacitors in conjunction with controllers etc. 2 things: The dashboard cries after a printed one, secondly: the seat looks very uncomfortable, but maybe that's just me.

  • @ericmehoke8362
    @ericmehoke8362 3 роки тому

    Awesome. I just began reading about converting ICE to EV’s recently. Conveniently I also have a previously overheated honda rebel that is only taking up space. I’ll have to finish the book first, but ideas are percolating.

  • @InduIgence
    @InduIgence 3 роки тому +5

    You guys are so underrated and deserves more views and recognitions! Please do not get tired entertaining us simpletons. What a masterpiece!

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +2

      Haha I appreciate having each and every one of you guys.

  • @terryeasterday580
    @terryeasterday580 3 роки тому +10

    I really like this build, having said that. I noticed the sharp corners on the edge of the battery box, right where your knees need to tuck in. I would modify the shape somehow. Other than that, looks great!

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +3

      Knees don't touch

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +3

      And I'm 6'3"

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому

      @You Tu I think no matter what, if you're in a collision that's going to mess you up, you're going to get messed up. Having flat stock steel or more rounded steel won't make a real difference in that scenario.

  • @benjaming9405
    @benjaming9405 3 роки тому

    Cutting boards are usually hdpe, which is a pretty tough plastic. Makes for a good skidplate on lighter vehicles because its slick

  • @alanschroeder6913
    @alanschroeder6913 3 роки тому +10

    I noticed your not venting the battery cases (heat dissipation). Thought that was a must. Thoughts?
    Awesome build. Really good stuff.

    • @rockrl98
      @rockrl98 3 роки тому +1

      those aren't li-ion, so probably not much heat...

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому

      @@rockrl98 correct.

  • @coolissimo69
    @coolissimo69 3 роки тому +5

    Finally done Inja, looks something from the future.Looking forward to watch the top speed and range.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому +1

      Can't wait to test it out and see what she's got!

  • @alexsarkol86
    @alexsarkol86 3 роки тому +1

    I love the looks but MAN I love the sound!!!

  • @thamomentum
    @thamomentum 2 роки тому +3

    ACTUALLY freaking incredible - for anyone who works on bikes - we know that this insane. Not to mention all that camera and editing work. Subscribed

  • @alrestauro
    @alrestauro 3 роки тому +3

    What an amazing process! I enjoyed every second and minute of it! Well done, guys! IT'S SO COOL LOOKING THE FUTURE IS SO BRIGHT WITH YOUR INSPIRATION!

  • @andrewhannay
    @andrewhannay 2 роки тому

    It looks amazing where you live. Those aerial shots were fantastic. Excellent work!

  • @foxxyytofficial
    @foxxyytofficial 3 роки тому +7

    I'm now anxious to see the next build (HOA Pink Car)

    • @kurtl6126
      @kurtl6126 3 роки тому

      I'm looking forward to the go kart

  • @detlyn
    @detlyn 3 роки тому +19

    So rewarding to see it come together no doubt. Huge learning curve. Well done! Great you kept the 750 tank profile for some reference. The battery was a work of art alone:))

  • @Cryptokingbali
    @Cryptokingbali 2 роки тому

    $4000 in parts and $65000 in labour lol. Great effort guys. Im an auto sparky in Nz and wish I had the time to do a project like this. Great job.

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  2 роки тому +1

      Pretty much sums it up. Haha

  • @BrutalFates
    @BrutalFates 3 роки тому +5

    DUDE AMAZING! This looks so sweet, wish I could see it one day! Keep going and keep dreaming!

    • @TheInja
      @TheInja  3 роки тому

      Appreciate it, my man!! 🙌🏽

  • @troop8829
    @troop8829 3 роки тому +12

    Feel so good seeing that you guys have completed The café racer I’m so excited for you guys🤘🤩

  • @VRMinde
    @VRMinde 2 роки тому +1

    4000$... well-done guys. I wish our prices were closer to yours in Europe :)

  • @manxman6165
    @manxman6165 3 роки тому +4

    Amaze balls
    Just love this home build stuff that looks way better than main stream kit
    Impressive 👍

  • @garymertens4796
    @garymertens4796 3 роки тому +3

    Love the video love the bike very cool when I was younger I had a Honda CM400T had the same kind of mag wheels made it into a cafe racer turned out pretty cool seeing your video brings back memories. Hope to see more videos. Please don't ride with flip flops on seen some horrific pictures of some people's feet that hit the pavement not good. Great job on the bike guys. Ride safe and God Bless

  • @blocksmithing
    @blocksmithing 3 роки тому +1

    "Bucephalus" That was Alexander the Great's horse! I'd TOTALLY buy an electric bike called Bucephalus. It's a name derived from the Greek for "Ox head". I can't think of anything tougher than that! I had a Kawasaki EX-500 that I totally tricked out (like 160MPH tricked out), I told a roommate of mine at the time that I was stuck between calling it "Bucephalus" or "Binky" (Death's pale horse from the Terry Pratchett Discworld books). He told me I didn't have the balls to call it Binky, so, of course, I had "Binky" sprayed across the tank in gothic letters. It was beautiful.
    Still would have like to have seen "Bucephalus", though.

  • @jindevil72
    @jindevil72 3 роки тому +5

    Tears be rolling down my cheek when the final product came out. Good job and well done guys ✨💪🏼

  • @altugparlak
    @altugparlak 3 роки тому +6

    Thats really great work you done! Congratulations! There is one thing in my head. I was wondering how could you ensure safety for supercapacitors after emergency shutdown. They must be discharged some how am I right?

    • @tywheeler7131
      @tywheeler7131 2 роки тому

      I was actually wondering the same thing.

  • @prolificgamesmanship
    @prolificgamesmanship 2 роки тому

    Incredible! You're ridin' on one helluva high!

  • @LatinDanceVideos
    @LatinDanceVideos 3 роки тому +6

    Amazing project. This looks very neat and tidy. I’ve been expecting some builds with these batteries, very cost effective. Now I’m super keen to see the real world performance

  • @ash1219
    @ash1219 3 роки тому +15

    I just wanna acknowledge the shit ton of work went into this and the bike looks soo damn good !!!. I mean screw harley livewire man!!. Im buying this... that is if its for sale lol.

    • @Nobody-11B
      @Nobody-11B 2 роки тому

      They could definitely complete with the top companies just on the 200+- mile range!
      Double the 4k cost and they just built serious competition bike under 10k and 200+-mile range.
      I'd definitely buy!

  • @TracyCooperSr
    @TracyCooperSr 2 роки тому

    That bike is a complete beast of a build way to go fellas

  • @Uberwald93
    @Uberwald93 2 роки тому +3

    I love the design and expertise. Truly awesome. Seems like the powder coat shop underestimated the job and then charged for expedite. idk, maybe.

  • @ElDiabloDirt
    @ElDiabloDirt 3 роки тому +4

    Sick build, i love the idea with the supercapacitors!
    I would think about changing from a mechanical contactor/relais to MOSFET. Relais tend to open due to bigger bumps/vibrations.

  • @coryharton5873
    @coryharton5873 2 роки тому

    Hope to see Inja Motorcycles soon! This is brilliant! Start your own company!

  • @MrJasenstewart97
    @MrJasenstewart97 2 роки тому +3

    I don't build electric bikes anymore and switched to gas bicycles for affordability and you helped inspire me. If I could afford the electric components still I'd do it in a heartbeat but I have a special needs cat with developmental issues and I've had to take the money I was using for medical reasons after I rescued him but I've been having a lot of fun tinkering with the gas bikes. This is an amazing build tho and can't wait for my promotion to kick in so I can get back into the electric scene

  • @overlystrategic
    @overlystrategic 3 роки тому +33

    Looks fantastic. My main questions, how heavy is it, how long does the battery take to charge? Also I would point out that $4000 wouldn't even cover the labor lol!

  • @marloncherry134
    @marloncherry134 3 роки тому

    You Guys are So Cool, I LOVE YOUR BIKE!! and your drive!!!!!!

  • @jtech1977
    @jtech1977 3 роки тому +9

    Wow. I've been following most of your videos. Super impressive! After an e-bike build a year ago, I've been considering building something similar. One question tho... How'd you overcome the cut-outs? It wasn't just the super-capacitor that cleared that up, right? If I remember correctly, it was something in the settings? You guys should open a shop doing this. You'd bank, for sure. And what a cool way to make a (really good) living. ?

  • @hugot12
    @hugot12 3 роки тому +7

    How it was when I was your age with so many years ahead to live and do these long projects.
    It would be fair to add $40,000.00 worth of blood , sweat, and labor to your $4,000 build costs
    Like you said , you now have the experience to do something even better, good old Yankee ingenuity.
    Good luck to you guys

  • @xxIONBOMBxx
    @xxIONBOMBxx 2 роки тому

    Looks like the perfect bike for nice little cruises with headphones in. Nice

  • @markserbu
    @markserbu 3 роки тому +44

    Very cool, very nice work! Inspirational!

    • @Bobwa2008
      @Bobwa2008 2 роки тому

      Nice work but it’s ugly

  • @Rareparrot
    @Rareparrot 3 роки тому +6

    Utterly fascinating :) Looks futuristic too..... Is it water safe, like would a strong downpour get anywhere it shouldn't? Very inspiring !!!

  • @j0hannes5
    @j0hannes5 2 роки тому +1

    The two headlights are the best design choice!
    Honestly - I'd buy that bike, even though I told myself a long time ago I'm too dopey for motorcycles.

  • @cultureshockROCKS
    @cultureshockROCKS 3 роки тому +5

    Impressive project