Motorized Bicycle FRAMES and GAS TANKS [Harken VS Mad Moto Inc]

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  • Опубліковано 16 січ 2025

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  • @unlv9795
    @unlv9795 Рік тому +13

    Great Video. These 2 companies have awesome bikes but I'm amazed that they are still in business. They have the most convoluted ordering process, terrible customer service, horrible email responses and awful/no web sites

    • @diggingthewest7981
      @diggingthewest7981 9 місяців тому +2

      Been waiting like 5 years for harken to email back😅, screw em

    • @travisvogtman3180
      @travisvogtman3180 8 місяців тому

      Both are out of business. Any other frame designers that don't break the bank?? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks in advance

  • @sonikboom007
    @sonikboom007 2 роки тому +7

    The harken is nice but he should definatly bolt a block of wood in the rear drop outs for shipping to avoid that bent drop out in the future. Ill be ordering a harken soon!

  • @juanbarturen2726
    @juanbarturen2726 Рік тому +2

    This bri gs back memories. Back when I was in my teens. People threw bikes away. I found a heavy frame and I installed a Brigs and Straton lawn mower engineer uncle was nice enough to weld plates and stuff for me. But I usedv20 in wheels... that's when kids . At least the ones I knew. Built their own stuff. I much does one of these kits cost? Thank you for sharing

  • @cbrock420
    @cbrock420 9 місяців тому +3

    Been wanting to build a board track style bike. Ive also been trying to find a good frame and tank as a starting point. I cant seem to find a supplier for a good frame and tank combo because almost every good website, you either cant buy directly from, or like with these two frames, they came up with expired websites. That or you cant just get a frame because they want to sell you a whole bike.
    Ive yet to build a motorized bike. Ive been doing my homework and im ready to pull the trigger, but all ive been able to figure out is that they sure dont make building a bike easy.

    • @Adventure_Man
      @Adventure_Man 9 місяців тому +1

      I'm in your same position right now, but I've been looking at Sportsman Flyer's stuff. Haven't ordered anything yet so I cant speak to quality of parts or experience but it seems like the only option at the moment.

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  9 місяців тому +2

      Sportsman Flyer is the only drop loop frame producer easy to order. You can check eBay regularly. Also, head over to here to grab my parts sourcing list where I suggest several options for parts:shorturl.at/lzR18

    • @cbrock420
      @cbrock420 9 місяців тому +1

      @@SeymourCycleWorks thank you for your reply. I appreciate it. Ill check them out.

  • @KB_Joys
    @KB_Joys Рік тому +1

    Yeah like where can i get the best deal on a drop loop frame?

  • @N.S.F.C
    @N.S.F.C Рік тому +1

    Where do I go to get just the mad moto inc frame? Is it a one peice crank?
    Have you ever seen a workman hub laced in the rear wheel?

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  Рік тому

      Unfortunately, he’s out of business. I have a couple frames from him I’ll let go. Shoot me an email at info@seymourcycleworks.com if you’re interested in snagging one.

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  Рік тому +1

      Yes, Worksman wheels are good and their hubs are super heavy duty.

    • @N.S.F.C
      @N.S.F.C Рік тому

      What frame are you using?
      I like both of these. Just cant figure out how to get one.@@SeymourCycleWorks

  • @BuildBreakFix
    @BuildBreakFix 2 роки тому +5

    The first frame known to be a death trap and the tanks leak like hell from vibration shortly after. Tubing so thin walled they crack around crank tube constantly. Dead give away the welds you see are 90% fitishiou is look in the crank tube itself! no heat marks even from the welding process 90% time means nothing penatrated the parts well. Same cheap frame you find resold 100's times by other dealers. Just saying welded 3 of those frames now for people in last 3 years always same spots. Second frame no ideas about and is the one I got sent here to see since your only one uploaded a video on it. any updates how it's holding up?

    • @heavystarch100
      @heavystarch100 Рік тому

      As a common practice, you should always use tank sealer to avoid vibration leaks or questionable welds.

  • @lingconninomagadan9808
    @lingconninomagadan9808 Рік тому +1

    Can you give me the link regarding the Harley Davidson frame

  • @bluesman3794
    @bluesman3794 2 роки тому +2

    Wheelbase? When you get it. Also are the historically correct in scale, WB from HD & other bikes of that time period?

    • @alejandroseri
      @alejandroseri 2 роки тому +2

      No. All these guys need to start building frames for 29" wheels to make them to scale. If you are 6 feet tall, you dwarf all these 26" bikes

  • @motorizedbicyclenation53cu90
    @motorizedbicyclenation53cu90 2 роки тому +2

    Build your own with high tensile steel

  • @nathanielhart5267
    @nathanielhart5267 2 роки тому +4

    I’ve been trying to buy frames from Harken for Months.
    How did you accomplish that?

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  2 роки тому

      He’s been selling them on eBay.

    • @markblanchard88
      @markblanchard88 2 роки тому +2

      @@SeymourCycleWorks He seems to be selling only finished bikes at the moment. Too bad as I've been trying to buy a frame and tank for a while now.

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  2 роки тому +1

      @@markblanchard88 did you message him? He may not have just frames listed right now but he usually sells them if you reach out

    • @markblanchard88
      @markblanchard88 2 роки тому +5

      @@SeymourCycleWorks I did. Left a message via his website twice. Got no response. I'll try emailing him directly. Thank you.

  • @catsbyondrepair
    @catsbyondrepair 2 роки тому +5

    You could stuff a predator 670 in there and have a beast

    • @beacondog2440
      @beacondog2440 2 роки тому +1

      I was thinking about that but I would be afraid of it destroying itself

  • @Boneze46
    @Boneze46 2 роки тому

    Nice work 😮

  • @leonardarola
    @leonardarola Рік тому

    Fastest in the state. Harken is the way to go. Seen my engines?

  • @1945willysjeep
    @1945willysjeep 2 роки тому +2

    Neither of these companies seem to have this stuff for sale anymore. Did they both go out of business or something?

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  2 роки тому +1

      I just checked with Mark with MadMotoInc.com and he said the site is down but should be back up soon. Harken has stuff on his eBay store- www.ebay.com/itm/144725464139?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=arejcw5YTjK&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY also check out Sportsman Flyer

  • @DylanJones-tf9jy
    @DylanJones-tf9jy Рік тому

    Do you think I could fit the predator 301cc on that harken frame?

  • @MadMotoInc
    @MadMotoInc 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! 🤘🏽😎

  • @ericbarbosa5582
    @ericbarbosa5582 Рік тому +3

    When shipping a frame should always put a block in between rear dropouts and forks so they dont get bent
    Looked bent to me id raise a stink

    • @ronc7743
      @ronc7743 8 місяців тому

      Good eye!

  • @yusufmaulana3223
    @yusufmaulana3223 2 роки тому +1

    I like engine

  • @jameskogler1504
    @jameskogler1504 2 роки тому

    If the tank is bolted are you keep it from leaking?

  • @patricktackett9860
    @patricktackett9860 2 роки тому +3

    How much was the mad moto kit you purchased? His site is still down and I'm looking into to building one of these beauties but can't seem to find a unfinished roller kit. Any help is greatly appreciated and thank you for the vids, awesome build!

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  2 роки тому +1

      I believe the roller from him is under $1k but he charges a bit more for mounts depending on which engine you’re going with. He should have the site back up soon. Was just talking with him last week about it.

    • @haulngrassracing
      @haulngrassracing Рік тому

      @@SeymourCycleWorksThe website is still down and everything on Facebook is a year or more old. Is he still in business?

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  Рік тому

      @@haulngrassracing I don’t believe he’s selling kits to the public anymore u fortunately

    • @haulngrassracing
      @haulngrassracing Рік тому

      @@SeymourCycleWorks ahhh ok that’s a bummer. Thank you

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  Рік тому

      @@haulngrassracing send me an email at info@seymourcycleworks.com I have a limited supply of frames I may be selling in the near future.

  • @fistofthenorthstar9010
    @fistofthenorthstar9010 Рік тому +1

    the second frame has cold welds,lots of stop starts,inconsistent. they wire and spater. the tank mount welds look nonexistent.

  • @josesepulveda6796
    @josesepulveda6796 Рік тому

    ME PARECEN MARAVILLOSA LAS BICICLETAS CON MOTOR DE 2 TIEMPOS CON UN ACABADO ANTIGUO, INDIAN O HARLEY DAVIDSON, PERO CUANTO SE ESTARIA INVIRTIENDO EN $$$ PARA TENER UNA BELLEZA COMO ESAS.

  • @Joe-xj2tb
    @Joe-xj2tb 5 місяців тому

    Can these be registered And street legal?

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  5 місяців тому

      It depends on your state but typically can be if registered as an antique or as a moped (if using a 50cc or smaller engine).

  • @KeithSage
    @KeithSage Рік тому +3

    Sloppy welds. The second bike is a whole lot better.

  • @michealfigueroa6325
    @michealfigueroa6325 Рік тому

    Not a FAIR Comparison and many of the views express real buyer concerns that give me cocerns about this site

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  Рік тому +1

      MadMotoInc has taken down his site and Harken seems to be using a different eBay name. Sportsman Flyer is still up though

  • @rangerjones5531
    @rangerjones5531 Рік тому

    Fast forward to about 1:40 , you're welcome

  • @Richard-oi5qz
    @Richard-oi5qz 8 місяців тому +1

    Very sad welds dood

  • @MrOlddude1957
    @MrOlddude1957 Рік тому

    Just build your own frame.

  • @jasonadams539
    @jasonadams539 2 роки тому +2

    I have a question, think maybe you could stop saying Um, so much.

    • @SeymourCycleWorks
      @SeymourCycleWorks  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the feedback. Always trying to improve my camera presence and quality of the videos.

    • @jasonadams539
      @jasonadams539 2 роки тому

      Um. Um. Na just kidding bro, for real though over doing the ums man. Bikes beautiful but the ums are off the hook.