I have had two Kent bikes for a while...a Bayside ($124) and a LaJolla($88). They are sturdy bikes, and I have not had problems with them. I don't know why people give them a hard time. They were great purchases.
Nice looking bike. Watch out for over heating with those smaller head's. Also might want to add extra support to the front fender. They tend to rattle loose. Really like charlie 😁 have a miniature dachshund that ride's with me.
Why can’t the back brakes grab when you pull on the back brakes…one side moves but the other side doesn’t..you have to put the other side of the brake towards the rim so it does stop
It sounds like the brakes need an adjustment . It's pretty easy to do . I recommend you look up a Park Tools vid on brake adjustment as Calvin is da man when it comes to that stuff.
I got it on Amazon and it is a Hafny . Very good mirror . Make sure to get a stainless steel mirror and not a glass one . It comes in a couple of styles and vibration is minimal compared to many , but there is still some . www.amazon.ca/Hafny-Handlebar-Mirror-Stainless-HF-MR081L/dp/B01AVH5E9S/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=bicycle%2Bmirrors&qid=1567790377&s=gateway&sr=8-12&th=1
What were all the issues you had building this bike? I am thinking of getting one to mount my engine on but I want to make sure the chain doesn't rub on the fender or anything like that. And one more thing how do you "key" for the adapter and hub. Thanks for your time😁
The keying thing is a bit tricky and you have to be careful .The adapter to bring it down to fit an inch hub comes with a rubber shim , throw it out and use something metal to shim . I have used metal strap. Then you can take a bit of material off were the parts meet and bolt down and then you can bead some solder around the hub and adapter , or if you can manage it you can braze it . I think the bike can handle it . It is a nice beach cruiser and the bonus is that if you decide to upgrade to mags you can transfer the 7 speed cassette on to the rear wheel and you won't lose your gearing . I really had no issues and the chain is lined up nicely and because of the CNC adapter that part is really easy . . You do need to make a cut in the rear fender on the chain side .
No I have no video riding it , Maybe next spring . We have added alloy mags (Used the original sprocket and is still a 7 speed) , an expansion pipe and saddle bags . We got ti up to 55 kph cruising speed and she's loud . As a beech cruiser on its own it is a really nice bike
I think when you use an expansion pipe with no muffler a horn isn't needed since people always tyrn around . This is the horn I have , it's very loud but more expensive now . www.amazon.ca/Electronic-Cycling-Electric-Rechargeable-Waterproof/dp/B096X5VSG6/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=bicycle+horn&qid=1629546337&sr=8-5
the bike didnt fall apart when using the motor did it? these walmart bikes are cheap for projects but i usually dont see them last compared to nice bikes
Steel framed bikes are perfect for this . The wheels need truing more and will fall apart faster but as long as you keep the hubs in order there are no issues . I would not use an expensive bike for this . You actually want a cheap bike It wouldn't make sense to put a $200 engine on a $2000 bike . Allot of it is how you ride and maintain them and how heavy you are .
@@rdhudon7469 well I don't mean $2000 bike I usually see "nice" cruisers in the $400 range. Alright, I'll look at the Kent bayside, I just gotta make sure the wheels are on right?
@@Acemans The thing you need to be aware of with this bike is it has a seven speed cassette so if you upgrade to a cnc sprocket you need an adapter for a 1" hub and they slip so you have to "key' it yourself . Personally I love this bike . I'm in Canada and Walmart doesn't sell them . I Got a deal on this one but they retail for around $300 Canadian pesos . If you ever decided to upgrade to alloy mags you can transfer the cassette. If you don't want to bust the bank this one isn't a bad choice . The wheels are fine but the more you ride , the harder you ride and your weight all come into play in the wear of the actual wheel . I recommend alloy wheel for big guys around 300 lbs after they wear out their stock set .
The CNC sprockets all fit 1.5" hubs but this bike has a 1" hub so you need to get an adapter for a 1" hub , but if you do throw out the rubber shim and use something metal like some strap www.amazon.ca/HGC-Compatible-Sprocket-Adaptor-Motorized/dp/B07Q2V21PW/ref=sr_1_45?crid=3M6K6RBIYJFK7&dchild=1&keywords=motorized+bike+sprocket+adapter&qid=1607996380&sprefix=Motorized+bike+sprocket+adapt%2Csporting%2C156&sr=8-45
How much did it cost to have all this assembled? And is there anyone you know who is willing to add these attachments to my back I’m willing to pay $$$$
I assembled it myself and the parts were cheaper (pre-covid).If you ride a motorized bike I highly recommend you try to assemble it yourself . It isn't as hard as you think , there are allot of videos that will help you and you get a much better understanding and appreciation for the bike and its limitations . Half the fun is the assembly and dialling it in . You are always having to tweak and fix . You can do it if you try , you would be surprised at yourself . "Nothing to fear but fear itself." Crack on bros and all the best of luck ...have fun with it .
@@janglespj6692 I recommend you watch some video from L.A. Hover . He has tested and torn down many of the engines available. The best engine I have is my Zeda 80 firestorm but it is a little more then some of them out there . Even pm him for advice , he really knows his stuff . I'm pretty much a hack .
I have this bike, and out of the box it looks like military surplus. Putting a motor on it completes the process. Looks like a WWII field bike.
Nice Bike!!!!
Kent bikes are awesome strong and good
I have had two Kent bikes for a while...a Bayside ($124) and a LaJolla($88). They are sturdy bikes, and I have not had problems with them. I don't know why people give them a hard time. They were great purchases.
Nice looking bike. Watch out for over heating with those smaller head's. Also might want to add extra support to the front fender. They tend to rattle loose. Really like charlie 😁 have a miniature dachshund that ride's with me.
Charlie is half Doxy half chihuahua and all attitude . Lol .
Beautiful bike, the alarm is awesome👍
Why can’t the back brakes grab when you pull on the back brakes…one side moves but the other side doesn’t..you have to put the other side of the brake towards the rim so it does stop
It sounds like the brakes need an adjustment . It's pretty easy to do . I recommend you look up a Park Tools vid on brake adjustment as Calvin is da man when it comes to that stuff.
Nice have one im fixing up
What brand is that side mirror? I need one that doesnt vibrate so much😆
I got it on Amazon and it is a Hafny . Very good mirror . Make sure to get a stainless steel mirror and not a glass one . It comes in a couple of styles and vibration is minimal compared to many , but there is still some .
www.amazon.ca/Hafny-Handlebar-Mirror-Stainless-HF-MR081L/dp/B01AVH5E9S/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=bicycle%2Bmirrors&qid=1567790377&s=gateway&sr=8-12&th=1
What were all the issues you had building this bike? I am thinking of getting one to mount my engine on but I want to make sure the chain doesn't rub on the fender or anything like that. And one more thing how do you "key" for the adapter and hub. Thanks for your time😁
The keying thing is a bit tricky and you have to be careful .The adapter to bring it down to fit an inch hub comes with a rubber shim , throw it out and use something metal to shim . I have used metal strap. Then you can take a bit of material off were the parts meet and bolt down and then you can bead some solder around the hub and adapter , or if you can manage it you can braze it . I think the bike can handle it . It is a nice beach cruiser and the bonus is that if you decide to upgrade to mags you can transfer the 7 speed cassette on to the rear wheel and you won't lose your gearing . I really had no issues and the chain is lined up nicely and because of the CNC adapter that part is really easy . . You do need to make a cut in the rear fender on the chain side .
I have that bike. Now I want those upgrades! Any videos of it being ridden?
No I have no video riding it , Maybe next spring . We have added alloy mags (Used the original sprocket and is still a 7 speed) , an expansion pipe and saddle bags . We got ti up to 55 kph cruising speed and she's loud . As a beech cruiser on its own it is a really nice bike
@@rdhudon7469 where did you get the mag wheels.
@@catsbyondrepair The wheels you see here came with the bike.
@@rdhudon7469 you said yo put mag wheels on later
@@catsbyondrepair Yes , I bought mine from Bikeberry . You can get them different places at different prices etc.. Another is gasbikes .
wow nice
What kind of horn is that?
I think when you use an expansion pipe with no muffler a horn isn't needed since people always tyrn around . This is the horn I have , it's very loud but more expensive now .
www.amazon.ca/Electronic-Cycling-Electric-Rechargeable-Waterproof/dp/B096X5VSG6/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=bicycle+horn&qid=1629546337&sr=8-5
@@rdhudon7469 good point. I just had never seen a horn that loud that wasn't part of an expensive kit. Thank you
the bike didnt fall apart when using the motor did it? these walmart bikes are cheap for projects but i usually dont see them last compared to nice bikes
Steel framed bikes are perfect for this . The wheels need truing more and will fall apart faster but as long as you keep the hubs in order there are no issues . I would not use an expensive bike for this . You actually want a cheap bike It wouldn't make sense to put a $200 engine on a $2000 bike . Allot of it is how you ride and maintain them and how heavy you are .
@@rdhudon7469 well I don't mean $2000 bike I usually see "nice" cruisers in the $400 range. Alright, I'll look at the Kent bayside, I just gotta make sure the wheels are on right?
@@Acemans The thing you need to be aware of with this bike is it has a seven speed cassette so if you upgrade to a cnc sprocket you need an adapter for a 1" hub and they slip so you have to "key' it yourself . Personally I love this bike . I'm in Canada and Walmart doesn't sell them . I Got a deal on this one but they retail for around $300 Canadian pesos . If you ever decided to upgrade to alloy mags you can transfer the cassette. If you don't want to bust the bank this one isn't a bad choice . The wheels are fine but the more you ride , the harder you ride and your weight all come into play in the wear of the actual wheel . I recommend alloy wheel for big guys around 300 lbs after they wear out their stock set .
@@rdhudon7469 alright thanks
Hey do you know what size rear sprocket adapter you have? I have the same bike and I am trying to figure it out
The CNC sprockets all fit 1.5" hubs but this bike has a 1" hub so you need to get an adapter for a 1" hub , but if you do throw out the rubber shim and use something metal like some strap
www.amazon.ca/HGC-Compatible-Sprocket-Adaptor-Motorized/dp/B07Q2V21PW/ref=sr_1_45?crid=3M6K6RBIYJFK7&dchild=1&keywords=motorized+bike+sprocket+adapter&qid=1607996380&sprefix=Motorized+bike+sprocket+adapt%2Csporting%2C156&sr=8-45
@@rdhudon7469 thank you so much you have helped me a lot I am going to to order both the shim and the adapter
How much did it cost to have all this assembled? And is there anyone you know who is willing to add these attachments to my back I’m willing to pay $$$$
I assembled it myself and the parts were cheaper (pre-covid).If you ride a motorized bike I highly recommend you try to assemble it yourself . It isn't as hard as you think , there are allot of videos that will help you and you get a much better understanding and appreciation for the bike and its limitations . Half the fun is the assembly and dialling it in . You are always having to tweak and fix . You can do it if you try , you would be surprised at yourself . "Nothing to fear but fear itself." Crack on bros and all the best of luck ...have fun with it .
@@rdhudon7469 thank you man I appreciate it I have the same bike and I will try.
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@@rdhudon7469 may you give me some links to some motors that are good and affordable?
@@janglespj6692 I recommend you watch some video from L.A. Hover . He has tested and torn down many of the engines available. The best engine I have is my Zeda 80 firestorm but it is a little more then some of them out there . Even pm him for advice , he really knows his stuff . I'm pretty much a hack .
Which hub sprocket adapter did you use?
It's a 36 tooth generic one off of Amazon .
Where did you get the alarm system
Amazon, the wheels, CDI and pipe have been upgraded and it now does 60 kph .