Build An Electric Motorcycle - DIY E-Moto From SCRATCH!

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  • Build An Electric Motorcycle - DIY E-Moto From SCRATCH! Check out my blog for all the details on what parts and materials I used and how I put it all together:
    renewablesystemstechnology.co...
    Get the plans here: www.resystech.com/electric-st...
    In this video I show how I built a torquey electric motorcycle from scratch in my home workshop using basic tools. I built this bike for less than HALF the price of an equally sized ZERO S (~$5000 Canadian). This aggressive looking streetfighter uses the same 24 kW (32 hp) drivetrain as the previous Cyber Trike project. The QS direct drive motor produces 250 ft-lb of instant torque, 150 km/h top speed at 120V, and the entire bike only weighs 300 lbs, making it comparable to most 300cc ICE bikes.
    Power to weight ratio = 0.107hp/lb: goodcalculators.com/power-to-...
    Acceleration rate using mass (136kg) and force (250 lb-ft starting torque) = 8.17 m/2^2
    www.omnicalculator.com/physic...
    0-60 time = 3.28 seconds:
    www.omnicalculator.com/physic....
    For comparison, a Honda CBR 300r sport bike has 30.5 hp and weighs 364 lbs (165kg). Using the same resources we can calculate power to weight ratio = 0.082hp/lb. Acc rate = 3.439 m/s^2, and it's documented to do 0-60 in 7.8 sec.
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    ROI breakdown:
    Cost of build = ~$5000 total
    Nominal battery capacity = 4.3 kWh
    Life span of LiFePo4 cells = ~5000 cycles
    Range per charge = ~80km @ 80% DOD (up to 100 km @ 100% DOD)
    Grid energy cost per kWh to charge at home with 110VAC = $0.12/kWh
    Cost per full charge (100 km 'tank') = 0.12 * 4.3 = $0.52
    Cost per km for energy for electric bike = 0.52 / 100 = $0.005
    Avg price of gasoline in Canada today = ~$1.50/ liter
    Energy in 1L of gasoline = 8.9 kWh
    Fuel economy of the most efficient petrol bikes = ~60 miles per gallon, or 25.5 km per liter
    Cost per km for fuel for gas bike = 1.5 / 25.5 = $0.06
    Electric bike energy cost savings per km = $0.06 - $0.005 = $0.055
    Savings per charge/cycle (80 km) = $0.055 * 80 km = $4.40
    Payback period based on full cycle charges = $5000 / $4.40 =
    1136 cycles
    OR
    Savings per day based on driving an avg 40 km per day as a daily commuter = $4.40 / 2 = $2.20
    Payback period = $5000 / $2.20 = 2272 days, or 6.2 years.
    Ie: it will pay for itself in ~6 years (or 1136 cycles, more specifically), completely. LONG before the LFP battery wears out at 5000 cycles. At ~$200/kWh, I could replace the battery almost 6 times with the cost savings to be had - not that I would need to, though. I didn't factor in my time since I don't tend to keep track of it when I'm having fun, but a good fabricator should be able to build this in 2-3 weeks. At an avg wage of ~$20/hr in Canada, that translates to an extra ~$2K in labour. So technically, I guess it'll take 8-9 years to pay back the $7000 investment, which could be used to replace the battery around 7x in that time span, though it should only have gone through around 2000 of its total 5000 max cycle life span by then, so that's all $ back into my pocket, my friends (update - these calculations were based on set fuel prices before they skyrocketed so the results are relatively conservative, but should serve as a good example). 80% fuel eff vs 35%. Doesn't take rocket appliances :)
    Specs:
    Power: 12 kw/ 24 kWp, 32 hp gross
    Motor: QS273 70H brushless hub motor
    Battery: 74V/4.3 kWh LiFePo4
    Range: up to 100 km's
    Top speed: ~115 kph (71 mph) @ 72V, 150 kph (93 mph) @ 120V
    Max torque: 350 Nm (258 ft-lb)
    Controller: Kelly KLS72601
    Wheelbase: 55" (140 cm)
    Rake angle: 26°
    Trail: 4.9" (124.5 mm)
    Turning radius: 72" (183 cm)
    Weight: 300 lb (136 kg)
    Front suspension travel: 5" (130 mm)
    Rear suspension travel: 8" (203 mm)
    Front tire: 120/70-17 Shinko 705
    Rear tire: 180/55-17 Metzler Karoo Street
    Music: 'Dark Epic Hybrid Rock' by Pegasus Music Studio
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  • @JamesBiggar
    @JamesBiggar  Před 2 lety +308

    Check out my new electric buggy that I just finished building:
    czcams.com/video/xBl3KHxCyQI/video.html
    Here are some answers to your most common questions about the bike:
    #1 - "Why did you block the welding arc?" - Because flashing bright lights can trigger ocular migraines in people like myself which literally blind us temporarily, and can cause seizures for others. I can only weld for short periods at a time because of it. It has absolutely nothing to do with UV light or flash burn (which can not happen through a video).
    #2 - "What's the top speed, acceleration time?" - I didn't fool around figuring these out on the road for what should be obvious legal, safety and liability reasons. These are better tested on a track, which I have no intention on renting because I personally don't care what the bike's limits are - I don't race professionally and I certainly won't be doing it on the street. But we can use well established math and science to figure it out for those of you who might be interested in building or converting a race machine to electric. Check out the video description for theoretical top speed and acceleration specs. You're more than welcome to build and test for yourself.
    #3 - "What's the cost to build?" - See the video description. I broke down the cost and created a cost benefit analysis based on gas prices. Bare in mind the calculations were done prior to fuel prices doubling recently, so the savings to be had will be substantially more than what I've shown.
    #4 - "Why steel? It's heavy!" - for the same reason most street bike frames are made of steel, because it's affordable and not too heavy. This frame (including swingarm) weighs 30lb. You can verify using the BOM and links below. For comparison, a typical aluminum sport bike frame weighs 26-28lb. The lightest motorcycle frames are in dirt bikes, weighing anywhere from 17-25lb. Street and sport bikes are the next heaviest at 25-30 lb, and cruiser frames can weigh between 50-80lb. Aluminum or carbon fiber would shave 5-10 pounds from it's total weight of 300 lb. Do the math - at 80 km/h that might translate to saving 30-40 watt hours of energy per charge. At 100 km range per charge from the 4 kWh battery with the current weight, dropping 5-10 lb to save 40 Wh might translate to adding an extra 1-2 km per charge. The end doesn't justify the means. Steel tube chassis' are far more affordable for one-off custom build and a lot easier for the avg bike builder to make - that's why 99% of street bikes still have steel tube chassis': www.electromotive.eu/?page_id=12&lang=en
    #5 - "Can a completely custom motorcycle be licensed?" - YES. Any custom personal vehicle can be licensed and insured for public road use as long as it meets safety and equipment standards for use in your state/province/country. Some folks seem to think it's impossible unless you're a manufacturer, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Here's a breakdown of how it works in my humble little province of New Brunswick:
    Step 1: Know what you're doing. Building a custom vehicle is not a project for the avg DIY'er. You're going to need to acquire some skills and knowledge in automotive design and fabrication before jumping into something like this. I don't mean an engineering degree, but you'll need to at least spend a fair amount of time training with someone competent in automotive work. Like an apprenticeship. If you're not following a set of plans, then you'll need to dive deeper into things like chassis design and suspension geometry - it matters, a lot.
    Step 2: Check with a local engineering consultant about the regulations and requirements for custom personal vehicles to be licensed in your area. Again, you can license your own ride, as long as it meets the requirements, which will differ with region. It would be wise to talk to your insurance company at this point, too.
    Step 3: Build and test your ride. You'll need to play guinea pig. Take it for a ride in a parking lot. Check the brakes first, then performance, tune the suspension, etc. If you can, book a track for a day.
    Step 4: When you're confident that you've done a good job, book an appt with a local engineer to have your ride inspected and tested on a brake and power dyno. If it passes, they'll certify it safe to be driven on public roads.
    Step 5: Take said certification to the DMV to apply for a VIN# and acquire a license/registration. You'll need to prove that the vehicle is yours, so keep EVERY receipt for every part, nut and bolt that you buy and install. If you can't prove it belongs to you, then you won't get a title for it.
    Step 6: Purchase insurance.
    Step 7: enjoy your ride.
    With this bike, you will save a significant amount of $ in the build compared to buying, but it WILL cost you more for the initial inspection (you only need an engineer to inspect it once), licensing and probably insurance too. So do your homework before jumping into it. But for most builders, the satisfaction of driving your own creation is well worth the $ spent. NO - crash testing is not a requirement for custom personal vehicles OR mass produced commercial vehicles anywhere in the developed world, contrary to popular belief. Manufacturers conduct crash test solely to further innovation and win safety awards that serve as bragging rights when marketing their products.
    BOM:
    Metal fabricating materials can be found here: www.metalsdepot.com/category/steel-products
    4’x4’x1/8” (1220x1220x3mm) aluminum sheet
    10 ft (152 cm) of 1”x3” (25x76 mm) 14 gauge rectangular steel tubing
    12 ft (366 cm) of 1” (25 mm) diameter 11 gauge DOM round steel tubing
    12” (31 cm) of 1 ½” (38 mm) diameter DOM round steel tubing
    6” (152 mm) of 2 ½” (64 mm) diameter DOM round steel tubing
    24”x24”x1/8” (62cm x 62cm x 3mm) steel plate
    12”x12”x3/8” (31cm x 31cm x 10mm) steel plate
    12”x12”x1/4” (31cm x 31cm x 6mm) steel plate
    4ft x 4ft x ⅛” (122cm x 122cm x 3mm) aluminum plate
    16 ft (5 m) of ¾”x3/4”x⅛” wall (19x19x3mm) square aluminum tubing
    12”x3/4” (305x19 mm) stainless steel shafting or drill rod
    Six ¾” (19mm) ID self lubricating bronze bushings
    www.fastenal.com/products/details/0435438;jsessionid=HC1deNskq4Q1FdJ6HYJ8jYYL.443d7b2e-155
    5-3602-a586-c0d73327934b
    10”-11” (254-280 mm) ‘eye to eye’ rear shock absorber (consult local suspension specialist for appropriate spring
    rate for your weight and unsprung hub motor weight)
    www.ebay.com/itm/250mm-10-Rear-Shock-Suspension-for-SSR-SDG-Pit-Dirt-Bike-Project-980LBS/1137
    14113355
    Suzuki GSXR 750 front suspension w/ head tube bearings and race cups
    www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2057872.m570.l1313&_nkw=2002+suzuki+gsxr+750+f
    ront+suspension&_sacat=0
    Suzuki GSXR 750 front and rear brake calipers
    www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=GSXR+750+front+and+rear+br
    ake+calipers&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=GSXR+750+front+and+rear+brake+kit
    Suzuki GSXR 750 front alloy wheel (be sure to match with same year/model as forks)
    www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313&_nkw=gsxr+750+front+wheel&_sacat=
    0
    Left/right universal motorcycle brake levers
    www.ebay.com/itm/USA-Universal-Motorcycle-Master-Cylinder-Hydraulic-Brake-Clutch-Levers-HONDA-7-8/1
    92613076939
    Foot pegs/rests and kickstand
    www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313&_nkw=motorcycle+foot+rest&_sacat=0
    Clip-on handlebars
    www.ebay.com/itm/50mm-7-8-Tube-CNC-Motorcycle-Universal-Clip-On-Ons-Fork-Handle-Bar-Handlebar
    s/182681550392
    10 yards of 1 meter wide 10 oz fiberglass cloth
    www.ebay.com/itm/FIBERGLASS-CLOTH-4-BOAT-BUILDING-REPAIRS-10oz-PLAIN-WEAVE-60-W-X-10-YA
    RDS-LONG/312585593625?
    2 gallons of polyester resin
    www.ebay.com/itm/Fiberglass-Repair-Kit-2-Gallons-Polyester-Resin-and-1708-x50x10-Yard-Fiberglass/22284
    7526952?
    ½ gallon of epoxy
    www.ebay.com/itm/Rockstar-4-Star-Epoxy-Casting-Resin-1-2-Gallon-Kit-3-1-Mix-Rock-Hard/164217987844
    2 gallons of RTV mold silicone
    www.ebay.com/itm/Platinum-RTV-Silicone-Rubber-For-Mold-Making-1-1-Mix-Ratio-Food-Grade-2-Gallons/333
    581798240
    Liter of acetone (to clean up resin and epoxy)
    www.ebay.com/itm/Acetone-100-USA-Pure-Nail-Polish-Remover-Profess-Industrial-strength-1-Gallon/143656
    882316
    Liter of mineral spirits (to clean up silicone)
    www.ebay.com/itm/BRAND-NEW-MARPRO-MINERAL-SPIRITS-6-7470-1-QUART-32-OZ-BRAND-NEW/254
    767964563
    12kW/24kWp QS 273 70H hub motor
    www.aliexpress.com/item/4000015669900.html?spm=2114.12010612.8148356.1.7afb4a60dqYOIg
    Kelly KLS72601 controller
    www.kellycontroller.com/shop/kls-8080h/
    288 6Ah LiFePo4 battery cells
    batteryhookup.com/products/new-battery-hookup-lifep04-32650-3-2v-5000mah-cells
    72V, 40A LiFePo4 battery charger
    www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001954107923.html
    100ft (30m) of 3mm^2 pure nickel strip
    www.ebay.ca/itm/193857900011
    24S, 200A Daly BMS (LiFePo4)
    www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002554042155.html
    10ft (3m) of 2 awg stranded copper battery cable
    www.windynation.com/Welding-Battery-Cable/Windy-Nation-Inc/Welding-Cable-Red-Black-2-AWG-GAUGE-C
    OPPER-WIRE-BATTERY-CAR-SOLAR-LEADS/-/688?p=YzE9MjM=
    72V/600A contactor
    www.kellycontroller.com/shop/kzj-600a/
    72-12VDC voltage reducer
    www.ebay.com/itm/DC-DC-Buck-Voltage-Converter-Reducer-Regulator-60V-72V-94V-120V-to-12V-15A/2228
    62572221
    180/55-17 Metzler Karoo Street rear tire
    fortnine.ca/en/metzeler-karoo-street-rear-tire
    120/70-17 Shinko 705 front tire
    fortnine.ca/en/shinko-705-series-dual-sport-front-tire
    CT-22 Digital speedometer
    www.aliexpress.com/item/4000018301688.html
    Wuxing half twist throttle
    www.ebay.com/itm/UK-Wuxing-E-bike-Half-bar-Twist-Throttle-with-Electric-Lock-Five-Wire-Universal/2644228
    96030

  • @a8uella
    @a8uella Před 3 lety +7807

    This guy brought a whole new meaning to “fine, I’ll do it myself”

    • @explorer2616
      @explorer2616 Před 3 lety +71

      Every business start-up s think that only

    • @a8uella
      @a8uella Před 3 lety +55

      @@explorer2616 its definitely what cultivates an innovative culture, very true

    • @DIGI_CS
      @DIGI_CS Před 3 lety +12

      I'm just waiting for the "building a new car" vid xD

    • @tswayler6590
      @tswayler6590 Před 3 lety +2

      I know right

    • @user-ik1wl5fs1o
      @user-ik1wl5fs1o Před 3 lety +3

      No jokes

  • @hafeexius
    @hafeexius Před 3 lety +6573

    When someone makes an entire motorcycle from scratch and makes it look easy, you know you're watching a master at work.
    Amazing build!

    • @unknownmakerxo2914
      @unknownmakerxo2914 Před 3 lety +17

      Exactly thats what I commented too !!

    • @C-M-E
      @C-M-E Před 3 lety +18

      I don't know how many it takes to be able to build one of these without a jig, but I suspect it's many a week/month!

    • @imnotsharingmyrealnameonth5601
      @imnotsharingmyrealnameonth5601 Před 3 lety +3

      word

    • @CapApollo
      @CapApollo Před 3 lety +62

      and not making a 1000s videos series... "lets choose the wheels ep1 of 10"

    • @aratanatar
      @aratanatar Před 3 lety +30

      When someone makes an entire motorcycle from scratch and makes it look easy, you know that the big companies do no good on electric transport....

  • @DigitalGus75
    @DigitalGus75 Před 2 lety +479

    I have all of the “raw” skills this guy has… I can weld, shape, electric…. And I am convinced it would take me 5 years to fabricate all these parts. Superstar. Subbed.

    • @aniketwasnik4569
      @aniketwasnik4569 Před 2 lety +18

      How would it ever take 5yrs...
      I'm mechanical engineer by profession and i dnt think that i would take 5yrs to fabricate for you,8-12mnths of dedicated work will be enough..

    • @Bonkatronicks
      @Bonkatronicks Před 2 lety +19

      just get a donor bike and fab around the battery

    • @oneman29
      @oneman29 Před 2 lety +25

      @@aniketwasnik4569 I get what you're saying but the man used a grinder on the head tube as a lathe. Next level one man factory, then he's done all the recording and editing as well

    • @umeshthapa444
      @umeshthapa444 Před rokem +2

      Ok come and join with me a business to build a electric motorbike in Nepal . Your idea my investment.

    • @travistownsend6894
      @travistownsend6894 Před rokem +2

      right i wonder the hours he has in it .it looks pretty dam good i can weld, fabricate , body work ,have a fair bit of electrical knowledge . but man i would of ruined the project or it would end up ugly and functional , kinda ...

  • @soolenia9844
    @soolenia9844 Před 2 lety +111

    Dude… this is extremely impressive with minimal equipment like yours! On a personal level it’s actually…… manageable!!

  • @solidkreate5007
    @solidkreate5007 Před 2 lety +597

    Just think guys, this is his first design. Just wait until he improves it even more. I wish him all the luck in the world and hope to see him develop and grow a company.

    • @michaelmyers_dl2673
      @michaelmyers_dl2673 Před 2 lety +20

      I would buy as many products from him as I could afford.

    • @leeleee4343
      @leeleee4343 Před 2 lety +3

      Hope he could build a tank

    • @warnasamika7940
      @warnasamika7940 Před 2 lety +2

      @@michaelmyers_dl2673 me too.

    • @warnasamika7940
      @warnasamika7940 Před 2 lety +3

      For me, even this one is also good enough. Amazing...

    • @EyeofValor
      @EyeofValor Před 2 lety +4

      I hope he sells them. Guys sounds like he's got a good head on his shoulders.

  • @jovanienazaire1362
    @jovanienazaire1362 Před 3 lety +835

    The only change I'd love to do is changing the location of the electric bike from your garage to mine. Awesome work!!

  • @alwinian
    @alwinian Před rokem +7

    Did we just witness 1 person building an entire bike start to finish. Mind = Blown. Insane build skills. Brilliant!

  • @civicprobe
    @civicprobe Před 2 lety +46

    I consider myself talented in many areas, but you sir are ridiculous! Insane talent and skill to not just accomplish this but also make it look easy! Well done!

  • @StanoTheGr8
    @StanoTheGr8 Před 3 lety +917

    can we just appreciate that he shields our eyes when he welds

  • @CodeMonkeyG2011
    @CodeMonkeyG2011 Před 3 lety +398

    I came here trying to learn about converting my bike. This guy builds it from the ground up. Beast.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  Před 3 lety +57

      If you need help with anything, just send me an email jbiggar@resystech.com

    • @carlosandleon
      @carlosandleon Před 2 lety +4

      @@JamesBiggar I'd love to do a project like this but I have 0 experience in vehicle design welding and fabrication :(

    • @jordanbatista2390
      @jordanbatista2390 Před 2 lety +4

      @@carlosandleon just buy a bike without an engine they go for fairly cheap and just go from there 😉 one of my friends just started a project like that

  • @docbroc1
    @docbroc1 Před rokem +11

    This gives a whole new meaning for the phrase "Built not bought." Amazing work man.

  • @snew61
    @snew61 Před 10 měsíci +12

    What an inspirational (and aspirational) project James! Thanks for taking the effort to share and thoroughly documenting your build... it's now on my build list :)

  • @deepblackfafnir5149
    @deepblackfafnir5149 Před 3 lety +132

    No noise to disturb neighbor ✔️
    Need speed ✔️
    Light design ✔️
    Sustainable ✔️
    No pollution ✔️
    Need copyright your own brand, do it. Brand it.
    Overall, 10/10.
    Further tweak: possible.
    I like it👍👍👍

    • @killeuzz
      @killeuzz Před 3 lety +2

      what about the pollution of the wheels ?

    • @stargazeonacloudyday
      @stargazeonacloudyday Před 3 lety +14

      Even your mum farts, can't to anything bout it lmao

    • @eyewokeupinhell
      @eyewokeupinhell Před 3 lety

      Pollution of materials made in factory for bike lol. No escaping it

    • @TheRickelol
      @TheRickelol Před 3 lety +1

      Energy to charge the battery?

    • @michaeldixon6656
      @michaeldixon6656 Před 3 lety +2

      @@TheRickelol and the likely pollution created to mine the lithium

  • @RobertOw83
    @RobertOw83 Před 2 lety +453

    Hang on... that torque was limited to 16%, destroyed the road and nearly launched off the test pad in the garage? Sheesh! Man, this is a thing of perfection! Bravo sir, well done. You have my admiration. The design, attention to detail and engineering on display here is something to behold.

    • @enlightendbel
      @enlightendbel Před 2 lety +32

      That's what makes electric motors so silly good.
      Torque is massive and the same across its entire rpm range.

    • @RobertOw83
      @RobertOw83 Před 2 lety +2

      @@enlightendbel oh no doubt. It was a sight to behold (when it's not a car)

    • @nassdolla1389
      @nassdolla1389 Před 2 lety +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣👋🏽✌🏿💯

    • @vincentkoster6291
      @vincentkoster6291 Před 2 lety +8

      40 ft-lb is about the amount of torque your average 650cc single cylinder dual-sport bike makes at its peak torque (5-6000rpm or so)... Those things are considered torquey compare to inline engines. this thing makes that very same amount right from the bat and across the whole rev range AND its limited to only 16% crazy if you think about it!

    • @quanny3324
      @quanny3324 Před 2 lety +5

      Its like that scene in the first Iron Man with the test flight lol

  • @HenrikLaurell
    @HenrikLaurell Před 2 lety +2

    There is no words for this, except WOW !!
    Not only for the technical skills but equally much for the great design. Well done.

  • @IcebergTango
    @IcebergTango Před 8 měsíci +1

    Wow... that was something else! Every single part cut, welded, crafted and finished with masterful perfection... Awesome!

  • @tongoltv6597
    @tongoltv6597 Před 2 lety +386

    You're like a one man army. You did all the modelling, electrical, mechanical, etc.. You're like a real life tony stark for cryin out loud. Mad skills indeed!

    • @Anino_Makata
      @Anino_Makata Před 2 lety +14

      And the end result looks like something Tony would actually ride.

    • @johanlogic1453
      @johanlogic1453 Před 2 lety +1

      i agree

    • @TheKevbaranda
      @TheKevbaranda Před 2 lety +5

      Not to mention the effort on camera work, edits and other stuff

  • @ItsMercerBaby
    @ItsMercerBaby Před 2 lety +343

    Cops: You have registration?
    Him: I am registered.

    • @djissadjissa3521
      @djissadjissa3521 Před 2 lety +1

      Very short your video

    • @caracaes
      @caracaes Před 2 lety +12

      In Brazil, artisanal made vehicles get a special registration that doesn't pay taxes. I wonder if this bike would qualify...

    • @igoralencar1946
      @igoralencar1946 Před 2 lety +3

      @@caracaes Salve do BR !

    • @igoralencar1946
      @igoralencar1946 Před 2 lety +2

      @@caracaes A pergunta é a seguinte ...qual foi o custo pra criar esta superbike !

    • @MatrixRay19
      @MatrixRay19 Před 2 lety +4

      @@igoralencar1946 o cara disse que foi aproximadamente 5K CAD, o que seria 20K em Real; isso sem levar em consideração o custo dos componentes diferindo de região pra região, além das ferramentas que ele usou.

  • @madjack7594
    @madjack7594 Před 26 dny

    One of the best videos I've seen on CZcams, most of the nodes were assembled from scratch, independently, beautifully and seriously. Thank you for this experience.

  • @johanrynjah8241
    @johanrynjah8241 Před 2 lety +2

    The moment I saw you make your own bearing for the bike steerer/head tube I knew this video is gonna be a very interesting and rewarding one. ..Enjoyed every bit of it . ..

  • @Lu_an31
    @Lu_an31 Před 2 lety +1212

    He's like the evolved version of the guys who build houses in the jungle using mud and sticks.

    • @Rehbstar
      @Rehbstar Před 2 lety +12

      Primitive technology

    • @kai1915
      @kai1915 Před 2 lety +40

      he's their modern cousin

    • @alansaji1559
      @alansaji1559 Před 2 lety +20

      Those are fake ... The have good engineers and big machines to help them building those jungle houses..

    • @Lu_an31
      @Lu_an31 Před 2 lety +3

      @@alansaji1559 you know this...how?

    • @RoRo-bg1qe
      @RoRo-bg1qe Před 2 lety

      hahaha!!

  • @aaryabhardwaj9255
    @aaryabhardwaj9255 Před 3 lety +241

    The most impressive thing about the build is that, he did it all by himself

    • @kryostazis4415
      @kryostazis4415 Před 3 lety +1

      an electric trike next

    • @highsociety5026
      @highsociety5026 Před 3 lety

      @Arunava Guhathakurta nothing new :/

    • @ashlogan2049
      @ashlogan2049 Před 3 lety +5

      And all without tube notchers, CNC plasma cutters, lathes or mills - he didn't even use a pipe bender

    • @alexanderchurikov7026
      @alexanderchurikov7026 Před 3 lety +4

      @@ashlogan2049 damn true, I just realized that too. Just angle grinder and welder. It's even more impressive than the build itself )

    • @johnrobertson7583
      @johnrobertson7583 Před 3 lety

      I really enjoyed the high speed hammer he was using....

  • @woolfy101
    @woolfy101 Před rokem +1

    Deserves every one of those 16+mil views. Incredible build and quite the conversation starter, if you pulled up on this at my local bike stop you’d be there all week.

  • @OrenArieli
    @OrenArieli Před 2 lety

    Mad demonstration of skills. Much respect to you on a great build.

  • @rayjohnarandiadorigg
    @rayjohnarandiadorigg Před 3 lety +213

    He built a full blown e-bike from scratch. How can someone unlike this. damn.

    • @nomnom1774
      @nomnom1774 Před 3 lety +5

      Dislike ?

    • @sunilmaharana9798
      @sunilmaharana9798 Před 3 lety +17

      Probably oil companies

    • @henryafricadawoh9799
      @henryafricadawoh9799 Před 3 lety

      Was shocked to see unlikes

    • @akhilgudavalli7885
      @akhilgudavalli7885 Před 3 lety +5

      E bike companies..they will be at loss if everyone builds their own😂

    • @kylaahipa2345
      @kylaahipa2345 Před 3 lety

      many people are possessed but have not been clinically confirmed to be so. we live amoungst dark hearted souls who will ALWAYS see the negative to everything.
      Thats jus how it.

  • @bangbangdodo
    @bangbangdodo Před 2 lety +478

    Almost 5000 oil CEOs and investors dislike this video. 😂 Truly amazing work! I like how your bike looks. Compared to the commercially available ones yours looks really dope!

    • @uniquegamer8078
      @uniquegamer8078 Před 2 lety

      That is good without using gasoline

    • @kerryparks1979
      @kerryparks1979 Před 2 lety

      Yep!

    • @kushpaladin
      @kushpaladin Před 2 lety +2

      Eh, would still rather have an engine. nothing beats the sound of a crossplane R1

    • @suprememasteroftheuniverse
      @suprememasteroftheuniverse Před 2 lety +1

      Genius, every auto maker has their own electric crap. Drop out the crack pipe.

    • @HyperFoxIII
      @HyperFoxIII Před 2 lety +1

      Goes to show that a DIY project can also be a piece of art

  • @raymartinmacababayao9810

    Thank you for this video. I think it inspires a lot of people by now, many people will definitely choose e-motorcycles now since it does not consume petrol. A very timely innovation indeed . ❤️

  • @quintinspina4270
    @quintinspina4270 Před rokem +3

    There's no two ways about it, this guy's just hella impressive... 💯💯

  • @hubert1142
    @hubert1142 Před 3 lety +553

    meanwhile some motovloggers make 10 episode series about cleaning the chain lmao

  • @SleepinGriffin
    @SleepinGriffin Před 2 lety +221

    Only thing that could have made the video better was putting the Cyberpunk 2077 music at the end, lol.
    Seriously, this video is probably my favorite on CZcams. The amount of skill and knowledge and engineering that went into this is insane. I'm blown away.

  • @girliepopcornpiggy7003

    I watched this with my dad and now he is planning on build an e-rod with this. Thank you for sharing and inspiring.

  • @ABCDEFGHIJKELA...
    @ABCDEFGHIJKELA... Před 2 lety +2

    thank you for covering the arc, that's super bright on my monitor, and actually is annoying af, so thanks :) What you did here was amazing, it's almost convinced me to try a design I've had in mind for quite awhile. Material and time is the biggest problem. I hope someday I can do what you've done here.

  • @andrewpaulstancer5704
    @andrewpaulstancer5704 Před 3 lety +152

    Just did in his garage what took big manufacturers years to perfect ....And this is just a prototype... all the measurements and geometry.. Kudos to you Sir.. you are a true engineer !

    • @truantray
      @truantray Před 3 lety

      He's a fabricator. An engineer would have to figure out how to make it lighter, with less material, with fewer steps and at much less labor cost.

    • @stigsstupidcousin3102
      @stigsstupidcousin3102 Před 3 lety

      "took big manufacturers years to perfect" you are soo fkin dmmbb, almost an 1d1ot. manufacturer sell their bike, 1. they need to comply the regulation, 2. design it to match the specific cost 3. availability the supplier, labor, production line, etc 4. many other reason, i doubt your tiny brain can handle more than 3 shits.

  • @maximtcaciuc2904
    @maximtcaciuc2904 Před 3 lety +597

    This is the guy you'd want in your group in a zombie apocalypse

    • @hasirama16
      @hasirama16 Před 3 lety +4

      I was thinking the same lol😝

    • @PrometheusV
      @PrometheusV Před 3 lety +1

      Yep hes one of my 10 CZcamsr Team

    • @yukisanable
      @yukisanable Před 3 lety

      This bike would be more understandable than that cool guy's bike in walking dead

    • @ajundly
      @ajundly Před 3 lety

      what was left of the "State" would have already grabbed him and others like him up by the time the zombie outbreak...

    • @runkurgan
      @runkurgan Před 3 lety

      I'd prefer Joerg Sprave from the slingshot channel
      Edit: even though I love the fabrication and the end product.

  • @fonwoolridge
    @fonwoolridge Před rokem

    Thats just awesome! I built a little electric trike last year... very simple stuff.... but took me many months of blood sweat n tears....v. proud of it....but nothing like this... this is next level - genius stuff.....

  • @infographistehistorichaiti5929
    @infographistehistorichaiti5929 Před 8 měsíci +1

    This guy can just step into his workshop and build a motorcycle. I can't imagine how awesome such skills are. It's incredible.

  • @diib3505
    @diib3505 Před 2 lety +379

    This is without any doubt the best build i have ever seen!
    I wouldn't hesitate to buy this bike!!!
    I'm blown away
    Great design!

    • @121_atharvasapkal6
      @121_atharvasapkal6 Před 2 lety +5

      You can buy this bike. The name of the bike is (Verge motercycle) you can search on youtube..🙂

    • @diib3505
      @diib3505 Před 2 lety +3

      @@121_atharvasapkal6 I have no clue how i missed that bike, it is truly awesome! Thanks mate!

    • @Arnabsrkfan
      @Arnabsrkfan Před 2 lety +1

      @@121_atharvasapkal6 how fast is it compare to a traditional bike ? tell me if u don't mind good sir

    • @bebbone81
      @bebbone81 Před 2 lety +1

      @@121_atharvasapkal6 it's not the same motorbike, but thanks for the hint

    • @stn7172
      @stn7172 Před 2 lety

      Wish there was a dirtbike version

  • @jerry_si_tikus
    @jerry_si_tikus Před 3 lety +168

    This dude must be proud of himself what a legend

  • @Jetgalgo
    @Jetgalgo Před 2 lety +1

    Your build rocks, thank for the idea on how to make a rigid swing arm. 😎 Building one for my electric scooter conversion as well.

  • @risingames
    @risingames Před 2 lety +2

    amazing work man,and very nice futuristic look,i already wanna have one,electric vehicule like this is very useful ,quite and you can avoid smoke ,oil and motors problems,love it 😍

  • @michaelcollins7865
    @michaelcollins7865 Před 3 lety +82

    How can anyone dislike this video?! This man built an emotorcycle FROM THE GROUND UP!!!!! Not too many people in the world can do that!

  • @grabkem
    @grabkem Před 2 lety +101

    I was so impressed with his hard work and didn’t know where to start, I started doing push-ups 😂

  • @AmirHosein_Mob
    @AmirHosein_Mob Před 2 lety

    Boy!🥶that's the coolest thing I saw someone build with their own hands. 🥶🙌🏻

  • @TheStyx91
    @TheStyx91 Před rokem

    I've only seen 2 of your video's, bit I already gotta admit you must be the best fabricator on here.. Wish i had a tenth of your skills. Absolute madness

  • @moeh4491
    @moeh4491 Před 2 lety +53

    Calling this “mind blowing” is an understatement. I rank you top 5 of all times on CZcams without a second thought.

  • @Nico.error404
    @Nico.error404 Před 3 lety +195

    "This quarantine was not boring to me" he said

  • @bake162
    @bake162 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thought it was going to launch itself when you were testing it and the back tire contacted the floor! Great build, awesome talent!

  • @raymondape
    @raymondape Před rokem

    absolutely amazing. and 2 yrs ago! you are an artist. thanks.

  • @NattyYoung
    @NattyYoung Před 3 lety +15

    You live in your own world man. No talking, no neighbours, just making home made motorbike and enjoying it.

  • @MrJunglahot
    @MrJunglahot Před 3 lety +303

    The father any kid from the world would like to have. Ironman.

    • @jds344
      @jds344 Před 3 lety +2

      Yess 😪

    • @LightningSe7en
      @LightningSe7en Před 3 lety +2

      Hello father is me ur son

    • @teslacybertruck750
      @teslacybertruck750 Před 3 lety +1

      So you're saying he is better than your father?

    • @MrJunglahot
      @MrJunglahot Před 3 lety +2

      @@teslacybertruck750 every father is different and good on different things. My father is amazing. And he knows how to do many things, unfortunately he can't make this motorbike for me. And it was a funny comment. Have a kit kat mate.

    • @munnatripati2381
      @munnatripati2381 Před 3 lety

      What?

  • @lost68er1
    @lost68er1 Před 2 lety

    I take off my hat and bow deeply to this enormous DIY talent! Such skills are rarely seen in metal construction. The best solution I found was how to "grind" a ball bearing mount into the head tube with a clamped cut-off grinder... Really clever!

  • @IdeaBoxful
    @IdeaBoxful Před rokem

    That freehand fabrication, wow! This is master class level. Amazing work man!

  • @redpilling5575
    @redpilling5575 Před 2 lety +49

    I just sat in silence for 30 mins, this man is seriously talented
    I would buy one of these

  • @thetrap6073
    @thetrap6073 Před 3 lety +142

    Absolutely inspiring. I've got a "custom" streetfighter in my living room that I've fabricated several of my own parts, but I've been itching to build my own frame. It's got to feel incredibly rewarding when people ask 'where'd you get that bike?' and you get to say I made it. Awesome work man and the bike looks bad ass.

  • @Zeioth
    @Zeioth Před 2 lety

    Dude, you engineering is a fantasy. Your video inspires me.

  • @RohitSingh-ri2vm
    @RohitSingh-ri2vm Před rokem

    Man,,,,You The Boss !
    What you built at a *Home Workshop* Is Still Uachieveable For Our Manufacturers, With Pockets Bigger Than A Few Countries Entire Economy.

  • @felixeranosantos713
    @felixeranosantos713 Před 3 lety +224

    And he's even protecting us (watchers/viewers) from the arclight. How thoughtful..

    • @getyourkicksagain
      @getyourkicksagain Před 3 lety +16

      Yeah, that always makes me smh. As if our displays could project that level of retina-burning radiation.

    • @felixeranosantos713
      @felixeranosantos713 Před 3 lety +9

      @@getyourkicksagain I think this is for the sake of people who are photosensitive. Because sometimes flashing lights (especially blue lights) may trigger migraine or epilepsy.

    • @getyourkicksagain
      @getyourkicksagain Před 3 lety +8

      @@felixeranosantos713 I would agree with you if the flashing light wasn't clearly visible around the watermark.

    • @tusharnayyer951
      @tusharnayyer951 Před 3 lety +2

      @@getyourkicksagain Try seeing this on a OLED display , it will burn your eyes.

    • @getyourkicksagain
      @getyourkicksagain Před 3 lety +9

      @@tusharnayyer951 Hilarious that you would believe that. Make sure you also wear sunblock if you watch a video of the beach, ok?

  • @ironichoneybadger5066
    @ironichoneybadger5066 Před 2 lety +152

    love how this is just mostly welding and cutting, no extremely expensive/fancy tools like a cnc machine or what have you, just technical skill with a welder and some patience.
    inspiring to say the least man. Good stuff.

  • @shisirpokhrel1182
    @shisirpokhrel1182 Před 2 lety

    I'm so impressed... Unbelievable but you really did it. Respect!

  • @hybriddyneguy
    @hybriddyneguy Před 2 lety +3

    Amazing talent! Please use the multi vibrating tool next time you cut fiberglass, The vibrating head will not blow dust everywhere and the carbide blade cuts through the glass like butter. The maneuverability is amazing as well.

  • @vinusharannavar
    @vinusharannavar Před 3 lety +47

    This guy literally redefined the meaning of "DIY" 🤘

  • @responsebraj
    @responsebraj Před 3 lety +90

    A team can't build such piece of engineering. You did it alone.

    • @thesabre8458
      @thesabre8458 Před 3 lety +4

      You have no clue how much time he took. In addition, he has no real restrictions on money

    • @yusufkanar8493
      @yusufkanar8493 Před 3 lety

      A team needs to build it thousands in a year with any problems. So they simplies the bikes

    • @SargeT
      @SargeT Před 3 lety +1

      Indeed. There are things any of us have *already* done alone that he/she would have never done in team, because of team. Luckily, the Man is not bounded by team.

    • @prime_vibes7019
      @prime_vibes7019 Před 3 lety +1

      All he did really is modeling. But still, its really insane.

    • @Bleideris0
      @Bleideris0 Před 3 lety

      I would give a like, but the number is just too perfect

  • @skillsnt8701
    @skillsnt8701 Před 11 měsíci

    the build from your videos is so unique that i love to watch all of them..

  • @paulj.thaddaios
    @paulj.thaddaios Před rokem

    I have just gotten so much inspiration! There are so many business ideas out there!

  • @RBLUS_TY
    @RBLUS_TY Před 3 lety +60

    Dude, you've inspired me. And I'll tell you how and why...
    As a guy who loves Hydrogen-powered trucks and cars, I got to say I have a little bit of a liking for e-bikes. Recently my dad said that I could buy his E-Wheels EW-10 from him. I've had so many ideas since then and I decided that I'd build an electric cargo trike capable of at least 90 mph (since I want to use it on the interstate). A few lead acid marine batteries, a high voltage controller (72v-96v) and an industrial 9000w electric motor is all I need to make one heck of an errand runner.

  • @Rohityoyo1997
    @Rohityoyo1997 Před 3 lety +455

    This is where it all started “beginning of cyberpunk 2077”

  • @armaniirani4720
    @armaniirani4720 Před 2 lety +2

    This is amazing 😻 I don’t have the skills for it wish u lived closer 😂 thanks for sharing with us keep up the awesome work!!

  • @jonromel3620
    @jonromel3620 Před rokem

    Impressive bro!! Just brilliant 👏. Love it!!

  • @thunderclese69
    @thunderclese69 Před 2 lety +55

    Wasn't expecting you to literally build one from the ground up, manufacturing nearly everything in house. Incredible video, if I only had a tenth of the skill you have I feel like I could achieve so much.

    • @thisjustin7492
      @thisjustin7492 Před 2 lety +4

      Get off the electronics and study up on something and you can. It’s as simple as releasing yourself from the chains that keep you bound in your current predicament

    • @Painaaporo
      @Painaaporo Před 2 lety

      @@thisjustin7492 couldn't agree with you more.

  • @ikonroi
    @ikonroi Před 2 lety +31

    Cooler looking than any e-bike I have ever seen in any dealership, and it was built by one man in his garage. Mind blowing 👌

  • @ryancampbell9425
    @ryancampbell9425 Před rokem

    Awesome project and amazing breakdown in the description. Subscribed just because of the attention to detail.

  • @guumballl
    @guumballl Před 2 lety

    Greetings from Malaysia! Awesome work and big thanks for sharing❤

  • @filipmach35
    @filipmach35 Před 2 lety +147

    I can't imagine how incredible feeling it must be to ride your own creation and I don't care it's electric. The sound, that can be heard during the test indoors, reminds me of Star Wars which I like :D

    • @Crosshatch1212
      @Crosshatch1212 Před 2 lety

      Its better when its with a carburetor,

    • @caseyb1346
      @caseyb1346 Před 2 lety +4

      Yea, I built my own ebike and people come up to me all the time and ask "is that electric??" and Im like "Yeah, I built it myself" and they're like :O

  • @wokmano
    @wokmano Před 3 lety +85

    This guy legit built a bike by himself! 😱😱😱😱 mind blown!

  • @friaishyconversionvlog8198

    I'm from Philippines and I'm so proud of you sir.

  • @michealshaffer6223
    @michealshaffer6223 Před 10 měsíci +1

    That looks tight. A work of art. That was some wicked burnouts you did.

  • @cHaRlOsSS1
    @cHaRlOsSS1 Před 3 lety +116

    You are the ultimate representation of many mom's saying: "We have this at home"

  • @ChandanKumar-mg6wc
    @ChandanKumar-mg6wc Před 3 lety +78

    This something that everybody should watch on youtube

  • @GHOSTtf-dy2br
    @GHOSTtf-dy2br Před 2 lety +1

    That seat cover stapling part was so satisfying

  • @eduardoverdasco3376
    @eduardoverdasco3376 Před rokem +1

    James
    This is really a good video to watch thank you for making it 🤙

  • @f.m.f962
    @f.m.f962 Před 3 lety +71

    This man's eyeballing techniques are crazy precise... is he even human?

    • @bulletproof4716
      @bulletproof4716 Před 3 lety +8

      Nope he's a cyborg sent from the future to infiltrate the motorcycle industry to use against mankind and take over the world

    • @kalirocketdev
      @kalirocketdev Před 3 lety

      @@bulletproof4716 😂😂😂

    • @user-zu1fb7gd7e
      @user-zu1fb7gd7e Před 3 lety

      @@bulletproof4716 🤣🤣🤣

  • @christianwilliams1136
    @christianwilliams1136 Před 3 lety +136

    Awesome design, you should try to build an electric dirt bike next. Something futuristic like your other builds. I love your work. Keep them coming.

    • @sujangthapa5782
      @sujangthapa5782 Před 3 lety +1

      Yesssss .. please please do a mid drive motor electric dirt bike build.

    • @LoneBrowncoat
      @LoneBrowncoat Před 3 lety

      @@sujangthapa5782, Christian Williams........ Already done....go to his channel, videos are there.

  • @Mrjackietreehorn
    @Mrjackietreehorn Před 2 lety

    Bro this is literally the coolest thing I’ve seen all year. Great build all together and great video editing also!

  • @lan4678
    @lan4678 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm really inspired by this. Love watching the contents 🔥🔥🔥👍

  • @1.618_Murphy
    @1.618_Murphy Před 3 lety +562

    _“Tony Stark was able to build this in a cave...with a box of scraps!”_
    This man took it seriously!

    • @70.sabarinathajith80
      @70.sabarinathajith80 Před 3 lety +14

      I am all the way looking for Ironman references in comment section. And I got you

    • @russelcovers2894
      @russelcovers2894 Před 3 lety +1

      i was thinking the same

    • @3dw3dw
      @3dw3dw Před 2 lety

      Tony who? Hold my beer... Watch this...

    • @navvan5372
      @navvan5372 Před 2 lety

      Hello bro Tony did not make bike in cave..watch the movie properly first.

  • @FlyingFun.
    @FlyingFun. Před 3 lety +36

    Most build I have watched are just people adding kits to existing bikes , this the first time I've seen someone actually build the bike from scratch!
    Awesome.

  • @msxmurda2385
    @msxmurda2385 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow dude. That was pretty incredible to watch… well done!

  • @kokoeteukpong8211
    @kokoeteukpong8211 Před rokem

    I’m in awe………..brilliant, beautiful job

  • @haeterrr7511
    @haeterrr7511 Před 3 lety +32

    I once tryed building a motorcycle in 30 minutes - it never got finished - respect!

    • @dv9239
      @dv9239 Před 3 lety +8

      Try 32 minutes that should work

  • @Dara-ih6jq
    @Dara-ih6jq Před 2 lety +224

    This is a true artist in every sense of the word. This is so freaking cool to watch. I honestly had to see it to believe how it was done. People like this are so talented in my eyes. Super cool video 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @nisutabo
    @nisutabo Před 7 měsíci

    this is one of the coolest things i've ever seen on the internet. ❤

  • @kristoferslim
    @kristoferslim Před rokem

    What an inspiration, you certainly know what you're talking about

  • @BMCOmotors
    @BMCOmotors Před 3 lety +1106

    Totally awesome 🖤

  • @TeddyBear-ij2ce
    @TeddyBear-ij2ce Před 3 lety +40

    I simply do not understand, people are out of their mind or what? Why to dislike this masterpiece !!! This is something extra ordinary. This is an engineering ❤️❤️🔥🙏 Master🙇

    • @JoshuaPrinceG
      @JoshuaPrinceG Před 3 lety +4

      502 are Bike companies which produce shit models for a high cost.

    • @faisalali3888
      @faisalali3888 Před 3 lety +1

      Cause it is electric

    • @JoshuaPrinceG
      @JoshuaPrinceG Před 3 lety

      @@faisalali3888 yes offcourse. I don't about you.but I cannot do this project like he did. That's wonderful man. Respect to his dedication and hardwork and he is producing somethin and that I respect the most.

    • @JoshuaPrinceG
      @JoshuaPrinceG Před 3 lety

      @@faisalali3888 also it's just a joke. Coz he ain't forcing anyone to buy this.

  • @bbibbless
    @bbibbless Před 2 lety

    This was insane to watch! Great effort. Looks really good

  • @SDanielMub
    @SDanielMub Před 2 lety

    A well utilized lockdown, you're a genius bro!

  • @Furthertheimagination
    @Furthertheimagination Před 3 lety +43

    Dude, you're such a pro!!
    I can't even imaging how hard was to plain all off this before you even start to cut the first piece.
    What a great job, thanks for sharing, this is so inspiring.

  • @ALLElectricChannel
    @ALLElectricChannel Před 2 lety +147

    This thing is awesome! Can't wait for something like this that comes in a "kit" where you can order, they send you all the parts, and build at home will simple tools. Great video!

    • @gb4939
      @gb4939 Před 2 lety +22

      Clearly there is a new way to approach how we consider vehicles here. First, if a single man can do a whole motocycle like this, how companies can justify their prices ? Second, if governments really want that everybody drive an electric thing, then let's do something like this, with kits to do at home. People only buy the pieces for hundreds of dollars/euros/... and that s it :)

    • @rashmithsuvarna3100
      @rashmithsuvarna3100 Před 2 lety +2

      That's tesla cyberbik

    • @kerryparks1979
      @kerryparks1979 Před 2 lety

      Awesome minds think alike 😂

    • @stonecastle
      @stonecastle Před 2 lety +7

      A half built kit or at least ship out the fiberglass body separately, have that mass produced locally? I would love to build one, but the power tools and welding equipment makes it out of the range of "why build it when I could buy one already partially built price"! Great video BTW!

    • @benchadwick7589
      @benchadwick7589 Před 2 lety +4

      @@gb4939 Its the engineering design and stress tests that are the cost, the people that assemble in factories are on min wage mostly

  • @xtop23
    @xtop23 Před 6 měsíci

    Dude that was seriously impressive. Respect.