I've only been watching Mustie for a few months now, but I'm already addicted to his videos. I genuinely get excited when something new shows in my sub box, is this normal?
VERY normal. Mustie1 has a real flair for explaining things in a real-world way with humor and humility thrown-in. Entertains and educates at the same time. I’ve had the same experience as you, and have been binge-watching his videos for the last month or so to where I’m considering cancelling my cable subscription! Lol
I've never seen anybody this calm working on small engines that doesn't let loose with a tirade of expletives every now and then, or maybe it's just good editing. ... lol
I would split this into two lots. Sell the engine as a conversion for a normal bike and the recumbent as a bike in the best state possible. Recumbents are pretty fast without the motor and tend to be ridden by the types that would not thank you for the engine?
+Andrew Wilson I agree, it would potentially maximise the return on them and if someone does want the bike and the motor they can always buy the two together. I must admit that engine installation does look rather Heath-Robinson and might put a lot of people off what appears to be a very nice and good quality bike. I think the gears still need a little adjustment as it sounds like the chain is still rubbing the derailleur a bit much, but that could just be an effect of the sound on the video...
yeah I think you're right, plus the engine would make the bike less balanced with a higher center of gravity, your weight plus the engine makes it very top heavy, take the engine off and put it on something else.
Andrew Wilson Totally agree with you. incumbent bikes are like regular bicycles they don't hold their value. That bike was probably over a$1000 bucks new. The conversion on the other hand is worth some $.
Andrew Wilson agree, i dont understand that engine at the back as its a fast and easy bike. All the little things on it like rope tapes bottles etc shows this man used it as a driver.
Very impressive mechanical intuition on the rear axle, brakes, shifter, and reversed front wheel. Front tire is installed backwards ("v" of tread should point forward on bicycle tires). Do not rely on the reflective strip to check tire seating as it is often painted off center. The tube shouldn't be balled up on the front tire. I'd inspect it - either weak spot, incorrect size, or installation. As others are saying, almost all cyclists interested in this recumbent will discount it with the engine. It will be a rare person that values the combination higher. You bought quite the bargain. Thank you.
Hi Mustie, Been enjoying your videos . Streamed to my TV via Roku Player. I was watching Jay Lenos garage and they have something they call derelict cars and they coated original old Buicks with linseed oil right over the old paint and rust. It really brings out the patina and makes it shine great. You can see it on you tube under Jay Leno derelict cars. You should coat your VW lumber truck in linseed oil. Remember no smoking when applying linseed oil unless you want to add a fire patina.
Nicely done a two for one video. Thanks for doing a quick view of the dead engine. By the time you get that bike fixed, you may end up having some serious fun with that this summer.
We have a station (one) in this town of over 3 hundred thousand folks that sells non alcohol gas. The price is usually a dollar higher that the cheap stuff. A lot of Boat owners chose to run this gas. I don't, I'm cheap, I do run, burn, out all gas in every small engine I own including the boat. I do find I have to replace the fuel pumps in my cars and trucks at around a hundred thousand miles. I do so enjoy your videos. Thanks, Dr. D
Great video on the recumbent 😀 This is some of the Best stuff on YT. Through my job I got a beat up lawn-mover I was supposed to throw away. I suspect the 6,5HP Honda motor could be usable for som project. Thanks Mustie1 😀
you did it again by bringing back some old memories from my cycling days in the late 80s. I was a long distance rider on a $400 mountain bike with lots of modifications. They were just coming out with those index shifters but the old school ones had a huge flexibility. It came stock 21 speed but I got a modified to 24 speed. Discovering a fourth chain ring for the front about 18 teeth stretching that front derailer to its limits! By opening up the shifter and with a few tweaks inside I was able to get it to cover all four rings's. When on the smallest one on the front I could only use about three on the back but the torque was ridiculous climbing over about anything. Replacing the ball bearing in the crank with needle bearings that had an oil reserve between them. Almost 0 resistance with that kind of set up but I never could get it to totally stop leaking. We use candle wax on the cables Before inserting them in the housing and it also helps keep the dirt out. They had some nut Certs that a bicycle shop could add a water bottle anywhere you wanted on a bike. I had three on the frame and two on the handlebars just to survive the Arizona desert! You also mention a few videos speaking of rubberized parts getting hard and that's extremely accelerated in this climate.. Cars don't rust out they just dry out and become brittle today's cars won't survive it decades from now.
One of tthose or a electric motor equipped cargo bike are mostlikely to be my 3rd/4th bikes. :) What's nice about these Schwalbe Marathon tires is that the "white" bar is actually a reflector, so you don't need the ones in the spokes. Which is really beautiful and nice to have.
1- Nice work on getting the recumbent tweaked and running. 2- Not bad at all for the first ride. I would have bruised or busted something. 3- I was curious about the bad engine but didn't want to mention it. Thanks for sharing!!
I did a marathon watch of the double cab last night, and was wondering what happened to it. You worked that windshield patch like a genius. Love your vids, like being in a friends garage trying to help. Been years since I was able to do bodywork. Emron was New when I did it.
The guide roller for the chain has a bracket sticking up. Turn it around so it points down and that is what you run the brake and gear cables through. It's on the right hand side and if it was the other way up it would space the cables down away from the chain.
Valve types are Schraeder and Presta, in case you weren't aware. Judging from your wobbling, I'm guessing that it's like learning to ride all over again. I'd be lying if I said that I wasn't at all jealous. I've been riding for 44 years and have always wanted a recumbent. Congrats on your great find!
Never forget the cable is connected inside their too so it will have tension as you pull it apart. My favorite bike part to work on was those old 3-5 speed hubs talk about alot of parts. The cool thing was when my brother was really young early 70's he bought a universal repair manual for bicycle and it had all makes and models for those pain in the ass hubs. The rest of the bike is cake to fix.
Agree with the others who said to remove the engine kit from that recumbent. Those kits work good for driving the front wheel of an adult trike, in case you ever score one at a yard sale.
Front wheel is on the wrong way... (Done that myself before.) Speedometer magnet is the clue, but so is the front axle skewer. (Cam lever should always fold towards the back.) Also index shifters (in some form or other) can be a pain. Old-school friction shifters are always easier to deal with. And with that extra long chain, I'm surprised there's no extra tensioner or idler to keep the chain off of the stay. That slapping can't be good.
Was'nt sure whether I would enjoy this one, was actually just gonna go the end and see if riding it was a success or epic fail, LOL. Ended up watching all of it,and found it rather interesting **Thumbs up Mustie**
Looks very similar to mine,I got a German Toxy TT and enjoy riding it. Takes a bit of getting used to but the speed of them is pretty amazing. Love blasting past guys on their racing bikes!
All of the bike and equipment is probably easily worth $3000 originally. I would not ride it too much due to the likelihood of a spill. Its just the nature of that type of recumbent. Definitely sell it as soon as you can. You did score on this find.
im new to your channel been binge watching for the last month i have been out of work since 24 th of january.....got hurt on the job dealing with workers comp ! hoping to get back to work in the next two weeks ... the wife and i just wanted to let you know we love your channel. cant wait to see the 1972 honda 125 that was my first bike i wish i still had it :( keep up the good work
the V brake system has a spring adjustment under the arms against the frame think of it as a spring preload the screw on the side is a fine adjustment the spring adjustment is 3 holes next to the bolt hole each hole is a greater spring tension which of course shoves the brake arm away from the wheel more firmly also makes them harder to squeeze ive had a couple of the tiny pins rust or shear an the brakes become limp on the return side unscrewing the main pivot bolt (has locktight on threads as they tend to back off even with it due to the pivot getting dirty /rusty) realign the pin on the brake arm to the hole an put screw back in pivot good for older weak springs to get actin back in the brakes return
presta valves; you can buy a schrader adapter for filling those. Just remember to take it off when you're done filling the tire, and store in your repair kit. Ask me how I know....Interesting bike, never tried one, looks too dangerous for NY traffic. Hope you're healing well.
That looks like a Vision. I did ride both long & short versions. It was OK, but the motor is a daft idea. Return to its original layout with carrier & panniers. It's not totally crazy.
So many things are wrong, the original owner didnt seem to know what he was doing. That engine on the back wheel just looks like a bodge, the bike may fetch more if it was gone and back to standard, lighter too :-). Im sure you get it spot on :-D. Bloody hell, the mower engine is past death LOL.
Presta valve use a old tub Schrader stim to inflate not sure that roller that drive looks small you right about checking about that setup your definitely brave I guess if you get use to it how's the wrest anyway great video I was waiting to say PB Baster man your good ,Mustie thanks
it could be the high and low screws on the derailleurs that need to be adjusted so you can get the benefit of full gear use :) and the valve name is presta
I've worked on those type of selectors before as a bike mechanic years ago. There is an adjustment nut for the cable were it goes into the selector now wether or not that will fix the problems I don't know as you know sometimes you have to adjust the cable on the derailer.
I have one, an older one without suspension. They are a great pleasure to ride. There is a bit of a learning curve in the beginning but so comfortable, so smooth, truly a great pleasure. That motor, though, added by an owner, that's sketchy. Take that off, restore the bike to its original state, and use the motor as a leaf-blower.
Who ever named the bike.....RECUMBENT.......probably had a great idea for inventing the Farnicastaff to replace the canuton valves on a vibrating reciprecator
On the chain guide the one you cut the cables off of on side of the guide with the cable were wire tied too can be flipped around so you can tie the cable to it. they have that side of the guide upside down.
Presta valves are used on the skinny tyres as they are high pressure valves. You'l find racing/road bicycles will commonly have the presta valve like this recumbent.
I had a recumbent of this design. All components worked well but I had several problems with the bike. #1 , nearly impossible to look over your shoulder to see behind you. If you try to look back, the bike loses stability. Mirrors would help but I don't like to rely solely on mirrors. #2, The placement of the handlebars makes it necessary to release the handlebar to swing your leg out when coming to a stop. There are kits to mount handlebars above your legs. :) #3, Holding your legs up, and straight out, on the pedals required too much effort. Every bump would make my leg or legs drop off, then repositioning my feet was tricky, on the move. Clip pedals on THIS bike? Deadly. I sold it with less than 100 mi. on it.
I have almost the identical bike except mine has rear suspension as well. It's even the same color. I also have a couple of ActionBent recumbents. The main difference is the handle bars. On the Vision, the handles are parallel to the ground putting your hands are into an awkward position. On the ActionBent, the handles are perpendicular to the ground putting your hands into a much more natural position plus this position allows the rider to pull back against the handles when pedaling uphill.
Strange I have never had that reaction in traffic and I ride all kinds of different bents. There are to be honest some bents out there that should be on the seawall or a closed track as they are far too low. The Vision takes time to get used to and a couple weeks is not enough time. As someone mentioned his feet fell off the pedals , well clip in and reduce the tension to very little on your pedals if you are not comfortable clipped in.Once I get past 60 rpm I have to be clipped in and when I am up in the 130 rpm range ,albeit not for long , I am happy that I am clipped in.
Looking at the tread, the front wheel was the right way round (or at least the tyre was), but the magnet was on the wrong side, for that kind of tyre, you want the tread set so that looking at the wheel top-down, you see arrows pointing forwards, that way the grooves are aligned so that the tyre pushes any water on the road or path surface away, with it backwards, it pushes the water towards the middle thus compromising grip in poor weather... :)
Gotta index the max and min travel on the front deraileur. Should be 2 little set screws on the deraileur itself, should fix the problem. One of those screws is limiting how far the shifter on the handlebar itself is allowed to wind up that cable by physically preventing the deraileur from traveling any further.
I had a friend with a few recumbent bikes. A lot more difficult to get rolling, but once you are moving, they are a blast. Always wanted one but the price was out of line for what I am willing to pay.
By now you may have found out that Shimano rapid fire shifters seize if not used for some time, the problem is the grease oxidises and stops a tiny pawl from engaging in the ratchet mechanism, the cure is exactly what you did! Shoot it with WD40 or similar and work it free. The plastic screw you took out isn’t an oil point, it’s where you change the inner cable without having to dismantle the shifter 😉
I just recently bought a Vision R40 and love it (my first recumbent). It looks like mine is older than this one ... and this one may be a higher-end model ... 44? 50?. Based on a table of components by year, I think mine is between '98 and '01. No suspension, which I think I would like as I really feel the cracks in the road. I think Vision closed down in '04. The bikes still sell well, as they were well-made and nearly everything on them was basically standard, so replacement of most parts shouldn't be a problem. This one looks very nice.
It appears to me that the brakes / gear changers are on the wrong side. Normally, front on the right and back on the left. Also you would then be able to see the indicators on the gear changers. At the moment the face away from the rider. I used to watch someone ride one of these most days when I commuted in a busy part of the UK. I admired his bravery !!
The shifters and brakes are on the correct sides. Right for Rear. Maybe you come from a motorcycle background where foot brake controls rear and since clutch is on the left, the front brake is on the right.
This type of valve is called prestavalve. Looks like chain is out of whack, pulleys are twisted upside down, chain should run higher so it wont rub on handlebars. Also about that gas engine, move those bottom flat bars on the ouside of top one (those closer to engine) it should free it up a bunch.
This was the 1st video of musties that I’ve been shouting at the screen trying to tell him what the bits are n where he’s doing things the hardest way 4 years after he made it 🤦♂️🛠👍✌️🤣
for what it's worth, that engine bracket going to the rear wheel axel is caddy-wompus, the bolts connecting the left/right brackets are not in similar holes
28:50 -ish... no, look at a normal bicycle: all the brake and shifter cables are routed along the handlebars, then go in front of the head tube before going to the frame/forks. On a recumbent bike this assembly is flipped, which means, as seen from the camera's perspective, they need go under the head tube, not between it and the chain. Typing this as I watch, so you may figure this out later and adjust, but: just in case
I got scared when you started taking that gear shifter apart, lucky it didn't explode! They just need a bit of lube every now and then :) But you figured that out!
V brake springs system have 3 anchor points where the coil can sit, yours looked like it was on center one, could make it tighter by moving to other hole, vs bending parts. The aluminium knee on the side of the bike looks like it might fold the other way possibly. Also _maybe_ a lever on that system to push down to engage the engine instead of cable mess? Crazy system, in most states _any_ gas motor up to 49cc needs a drivers liscence, some need plates etc (Pa), Alabama forget it totally. Florida over 49==motorcycle, endorsement and turn signals etc, where's the VIN? homebuilt? wow...... no thanks. my bikes are electric.
I've only been watching Mustie for a few months now, but I'm already addicted to his videos. I genuinely get excited when something new shows in my sub box, is this normal?
VERY normal. Mustie1 has a real flair for explaining things in a real-world way with humor and humility thrown-in. Entertains and educates at the same time. I’ve had the same experience as you, and have been binge-watching his videos for the last month or so to where I’m considering cancelling my cable subscription! Lol
@@evglern Yeah it feels just like being with a pal trying to work things out
and here I thought I was the only one
I've never seen anybody this calm working on small engines that doesn't let loose with a tirade of expletives every now and then, or maybe it's just good editing. ... lol
I would split this into two lots. Sell the engine as a conversion for a normal bike and the recumbent as a bike in the best state possible. Recumbents are pretty fast without the motor and tend to be ridden by the types that would not thank you for the engine?
+Andrew Wilson I agree, it would potentially maximise the return on them and if someone does want the bike and the motor they can always buy the two together. I must admit that engine installation does look rather Heath-Robinson and might put a lot of people off what appears to be a very nice and good quality bike. I think the gears still need a little adjustment as it sounds like the chain is still rubbing the derailleur a bit much, but that could just be an effect of the sound on the video...
yeah I think you're right, plus the engine would make the bike less balanced with a higher center of gravity, your weight plus the engine makes it very top heavy, take the engine off and put it on something else.
Andrew Wilson Totally agree with you. incumbent bikes are like regular bicycles they don't hold their value. That bike was probably over a$1000 bucks new. The conversion on the other hand is worth some $.
Andrew Wilson agree, i dont understand that engine at the back as its a fast and easy bike. All the little things on it like rope tapes bottles etc shows this man used it as a driver.
The current model is a Vision R-50, and sells for $790.00
Very impressive mechanical intuition on the rear axle, brakes, shifter, and reversed front wheel. Front tire is installed backwards ("v" of tread should point forward on bicycle tires). Do not rely on the reflective strip to check tire seating as it is often painted off center. The tube shouldn't be balled up on the front tire. I'd inspect it - either weak spot, incorrect size, or installation. As others are saying, almost all cyclists interested in this recumbent will discount it with the engine. It will be a rare person that values the combination higher. You bought quite the bargain. Thank you.
Looks like a fun ride.
Always enjoy your videos.Thanks again.
Hi Mustie,
Been enjoying your videos . Streamed to my TV via Roku Player. I was watching Jay Lenos garage and they have something they call derelict cars and they coated original old Buicks with linseed oil right over the old paint and rust. It really brings out the patina and makes it shine great. You can see it on you tube under Jay Leno derelict cars. You should coat your VW lumber truck in linseed oil. Remember no smoking when applying linseed oil unless you want to add a fire patina.
It's really cool when someone can just look at something and "knows how it works" lol
Nicely done a two for one video. Thanks for doing a quick view of the dead engine. By the time you get that bike fixed, you may end up having some serious fun with that this summer.
We have a station (one) in this town of over 3 hundred thousand folks that sells non alcohol gas. The price is usually a dollar higher that the cheap stuff. A lot of Boat owners chose to run this gas. I don't, I'm cheap, I do run, burn, out all gas in every small engine I own including the boat. I do find I have to replace the fuel pumps in my cars and trucks at around a hundred thousand miles. I do so enjoy your videos. Thanks, Dr. D
The bike is really coming together and the motor sounded like new. Neat project. I'd say riding it is not for the faint of heart.
Holy Christ Mate!! All I could picture was two broken wrists and a concussion but you took to that thing like a Duck to water!! Well done!!☺
l got weak wrists but a hard head.
Great video on the recumbent 😀 This is some of the Best stuff on YT. Through my job I got a beat up lawn-mover I was supposed to throw away. I suspect the 6,5HP Honda motor could be usable for som project. Thanks Mustie1 😀
you did it again by bringing back some old memories from my cycling days in the late 80s. I was a long distance rider on a $400 mountain bike with lots of modifications. They were just coming out with those index shifters but the old school ones had a huge flexibility. It came stock 21 speed but I got a modified to 24 speed. Discovering a fourth chain ring for the front about 18 teeth stretching that front derailer to its limits! By opening up the shifter and with a few tweaks inside I was able to get it to cover all four rings's. When on the smallest one on the front I could only use about three on the back but the torque was ridiculous climbing over about anything. Replacing the ball bearing in the crank with needle bearings that had an oil reserve between them. Almost 0 resistance with that kind of set up but I never could get it to totally stop leaking. We use candle wax on the cables Before inserting them in the housing and it also helps keep the dirt out. They had some nut Certs that a bicycle shop could add a water bottle anywhere you wanted on a bike. I had three on the frame and two on the handlebars just to survive the Arizona desert! You also mention a few videos speaking of rubberized parts getting hard and that's extremely accelerated in this climate.. Cars don't rust out they just dry out and become brittle today's cars won't survive it decades from now.
Thanks for the last part as it helps when you show us what you know!
One of tthose or a electric motor equipped cargo bike are mostlikely to be my 3rd/4th bikes. :)
What's nice about these Schwalbe Marathon tires is that the "white" bar is actually a reflector, so you don't need the ones in the spokes. Which is really beautiful and nice to have.
1- Nice work on getting the recumbent tweaked and running.
2- Not bad at all for the first ride. I would have bruised or busted something.
3- I was curious about the bad engine but didn't want to mention it.
Thanks for sharing!!
I did a marathon watch of the double cab last night, and was wondering what happened to it. You worked that windshield patch like a genius. Love your vids, like being in a friends garage trying to help. Been years since I was able to do bodywork. Emron was New when I did it.
The guide roller for the chain has a bracket sticking up. Turn it around so it points down and that is what you run the brake and gear cables through. It's on the right hand side and if it was the other way up it would space the cables down away from the chain.
Valve types are Schraeder and Presta, in case you weren't aware.
Judging from your wobbling, I'm guessing that it's like learning to ride all over again.
I'd be lying if I said that I wasn't at all jealous. I've been riding for 44 years and have
always wanted a recumbent. Congrats on your great find!
Never forget the cable is connected inside their too so it will have tension as you pull it apart. My favorite bike part to work on was those old 3-5 speed hubs talk about alot of parts. The cool thing was when my brother was really young early 70's he bought a universal repair manual for bicycle and it had all makes and models for those pain in the ass hubs. The rest of the bike is cake to fix.
Agree with the others who said to remove the engine kit from that recumbent. Those kits work good for driving the front wheel of an adult trike, in case you ever score one at a yard sale.
Front wheel is on the wrong way... (Done that myself before.) Speedometer magnet is the clue, but so is the front axle skewer. (Cam lever should always fold towards the back.)
Also index shifters (in some form or other) can be a pain. Old-school friction shifters are always easier to deal with.
And with that extra long chain, I'm surprised there's no extra tensioner or idler to keep the chain off of the stay. That slapping can't be good.
heck with the bike love the T-shirt. Waiting for Jonathan to give you the motor he is making and see what you come up with!
Bravo on the riding Darren. Bravo.
You had me cracking up when you were filling the front tire!
knocking one of the wrist lol
Perfect thing for the surgery waiting room, thanks Mustie!
Chris Putnam good luck bud
Was'nt sure whether I would enjoy this one, was actually just gonna go the end and see if riding it was a success or epic fail, LOL. Ended up watching all of it,and found it rather interesting **Thumbs up Mustie**
Great vid and Mint tee shirt! Thanks.
The valve is a "Presta". They can be drilled out to fit a Schrader if you want to with out substantially weakening the rim.
Looks very similar to mine,I got a German Toxy TT and enjoy riding it. Takes a bit of getting used to but the speed of them is pretty amazing. Love blasting past guys on their racing bikes!
Mustie vids make my life worth living,,,
But seriously, I could watch Mustie 24/7 :) So entertaining and informative.
Great first attempt riding it made me chuckle keep up the good work matey.
All of the bike and equipment is probably easily worth $3000 originally. I would not ride it too much due to the likelihood of a spill. Its just the nature of that type of recumbent. Definitely sell it as soon as you can. You did score on this find.
If I ever need a operation I'm calling mustie I know he should have been a surgeon
White String = Ejection seat ;p
Looks like that bike wins the most uncomfortable award. What a crazy bike.
And now we know the rest of the story!! Thanks for looking into that for us !!
no thank you love your show and you attitude your cool
O man it needs a set up like the gold bike!
im new to your channel been binge watching for the last month i have been out of work since 24 th of january.....got hurt on the job dealing with workers comp ! hoping to get back to work in the next two weeks ... the wife and i just wanted to let you know we love your channel. cant wait to see the 1972 honda 125 that was my first bike i wish i still had it :( keep up the good work
thanks for the comment and takin the time to watch,
To adjust the flip off wheel skewers, put the lever inline with the axle and run the nut up to just touch the dropouts.
Save the pressure lube stuff on the motor if you can, a nice upgrade for one of these briggs. Nice job with the bike, looking forward to seeing more.
Presta valve. Nice work!
do more bike videos, thanks working on bikes is fun!
26:37 OK.... Looks like you're a real "jack" of all trades!!
Do R/C! Master of all trades, Jack of none, or something like that. 😁
the V brake system has a spring adjustment under the arms against the frame think of it as a spring preload the screw on the side is a fine adjustment the spring adjustment is 3 holes next to the bolt hole each hole is a greater spring tension which of course shoves the brake arm away from the wheel more firmly also makes them harder to squeeze ive had a couple of the tiny pins rust or shear an the brakes become limp on the return side unscrewing the main pivot bolt (has locktight on threads as they tend to back off even with it due to the pivot getting dirty /rusty) realign the pin on the brake arm to the hole an put screw back in pivot good for older weak springs to get actin back in the brakes return
presta valves; you can buy a schrader adapter for filling those. Just remember to take it off when you're done filling the tire, and store in your repair kit. Ask me how I know....Interesting bike, never tried one, looks too dangerous for NY traffic. Hope you're healing well.
the black plastic screw is also for changing the inner steel cable, the shifters do have the tendency to get stuck because the grease inside gets hard
That looks like a Vision.
I did ride both long & short versions. It was OK, but the motor is a daft idea. Return to its original layout with carrier & panniers. It's not totally crazy.
Shimano Deore XT, those are nice parts.
Fun bike!
Always adjust the derailleurs first, then procédé with the selector cable adjustments.
So many things are wrong, the original owner didnt seem to know what he was doing.
That engine on the back wheel just looks like a bodge, the bike may fetch more if it was gone and back to standard, lighter too :-).
Im sure you get it spot on :-D.
Bloody hell, the mower engine is past death LOL.
I've always wanted a recumbent bike but could never afford one. I wish I could find some of the killer deals you do.
that is one fancy t-shirt
Lmao when you said insert joke here while pumping up the tire. Great video
Love it it seems your less comfortable with pushbikes than internal combustion 🤣👍✌️
Presta valve use a old tub Schrader stim to inflate not sure that roller that drive looks small you right about checking about that setup your definitely brave I guess if you get use to it how's the wrest anyway great video I was waiting to say PB Baster man your good ,Mustie thanks
it could be the high and low screws on the derailleurs that need to be adjusted so you can get the benefit of full gear use :) and the valve name is presta
I've worked on those type of selectors before as a bike mechanic years ago. There is an adjustment nut for the cable were it goes into the selector now wether or not that will fix the problems I don't know as you know sometimes you have to adjust the cable on the derailer.
That string was probably to keep some kind of bike bag from rubbing on the rear tire.
I watched the entire video just to see you ride that, not me and I use to race BMX.
I have one, an older one without suspension. They are a great pleasure to ride. There is a bit of a learning curve in the beginning but so comfortable, so smooth, truly a great pleasure. That motor, though, added by an owner, that's sketchy. Take that off, restore the bike to its original state, and use the motor as a leaf-blower.
Who ever named the bike.....RECUMBENT.......probably had a great idea for inventing the Farnicastaff to replace the canuton valves on a vibrating reciprecator
Hey there your SA fan. Love it. Had a laugh on your first move off. Hard to drive isnt it
Another entertaining video. Thanks
lmmfao! Nice view brother.
On the chain guide the one you cut the cables off of on side of the guide with the cable were wire tied too can be flipped around so you can tie the cable to it. they have that side of the guide upside down.
It's called a presta valve. I only know that because it always confused me when I was buying tubes for my bike.
They also sell an adapter for the presta valve so you can use a normal air chuck. I seriously dislike those manual air pumps for the presta valve.
when read the title I thought it said "will it run? Tecumseh bike"
Presta valves are used on the skinny tyres as they are high pressure valves. You'l find racing/road bicycles will commonly have the presta valve like this recumbent.
Thank you for fulfilling my request.
I had one. It is relaxing and easy to petal, don't need a motor.
Agree flip it around.
I had a recumbent of this design. All components worked well but I had several problems with the bike. #1 , nearly impossible to look over your shoulder to see behind you. If you try to look back, the bike loses stability. Mirrors would help but I don't like to rely solely on mirrors. #2, The placement of the handlebars makes it necessary to release the handlebar to swing your leg out when coming to a stop. There are kits to mount handlebars above your legs. :) #3, Holding your legs up, and straight out, on the pedals required too much effort. Every bump would make my leg or legs drop off, then repositioning my feet was tricky, on the move. Clip pedals on THIS bike? Deadly. I sold it with less than 100 mi. on it.
I have almost the identical bike except mine has rear suspension as well. It's even the same color. I also have a couple of ActionBent recumbents. The main difference is the handle bars. On the Vision, the handles are parallel to the ground putting your hands are into an awkward position. On the ActionBent, the handles are perpendicular to the ground putting your hands into a much more natural position plus this position allows the rider to pull back against the handles when pedaling uphill.
That's why recumbent riders put tall orange flags on them.
Strange I have never had that reaction in traffic and I ride all kinds of different bents. There are to be honest some bents out there that should be on the seawall or a closed track as they are far too low. The Vision takes time to get used to and a couple weeks is not enough time. As someone mentioned his feet fell off the pedals , well clip in and reduce the tension to very little on your pedals if you are not comfortable clipped in.Once I get past 60 rpm I have to be clipped in and when I am up in the 130 rpm range ,albeit not for long , I am happy that I am clipped in.
that shirt. respect.
I was thinking that shirt would go great with a TUX.
Did I see Aerosmith on the tee?
yes its an old concert shirt
Looking at the tread, the front wheel was the right way round (or at least the tyre was), but the magnet was on the wrong side, for that kind of tyre, you want the tread set so that looking at the wheel top-down, you see arrows pointing forwards, that way the grooves are aligned so that the tyre pushes any water on the road or path surface away, with it backwards, it pushes the water towards the middle thus compromising grip in poor weather... :)
Love the shirt
That small screw on the shifters is just where you open it to thread the shifter cable through
Gotta index the max and min travel on the front deraileur. Should be 2 little set screws on the deraileur itself, should fix the problem. One of those screws is limiting how far the shifter on the handlebar itself is allowed to wind up that cable by physically preventing the deraileur from traveling any further.
My buddy put magnets on the petals and plates on straps for his shoes.
With his leg push and the magnets his foot stays but a quick tug and foot down
Love the videos as well, but that shirt tho! 👍🏻✌🏻
I had a friend with a few recumbent bikes. A lot more difficult to get rolling, but once you are moving, they are a blast. Always wanted one but the price was out of line for what I am willing to pay.
I see those time to time on the seawall in Galveston. looks like it could be fun or a disaster:)
with v brakes you have to balance them like you do with car caliper brakes so both sides brake at the same time
That's what he did . . .
By now you may have found out that Shimano rapid fire shifters seize if not used for some time, the problem is the grease oxidises and stops a tiny pawl from engaging in the ratchet mechanism, the cure is exactly what you did! Shoot it with WD40 or similar and work it free.
The plastic screw you took out isn’t an oil point, it’s where you change the inner cable without having to dismantle the shifter 😉
I just recently bought a Vision R40 and love it (my first recumbent). It looks like mine is older than this one ... and this one may be a higher-end model ... 44? 50?. Based on a table of components by year, I think mine is between '98 and '01. No suspension, which I think I would like as I really feel the cracks in the road. I think Vision closed down in '04. The bikes still sell well, as they were well-made and nearly everything on them was basically standard, so replacement of most parts shouldn't be a problem.
This one looks very nice.
careful on that left handed bike Mustie!
Love the shirt sir :) very cool
Nice bike...
With a bit of love it could have been a good ride.
It's all XT components...
Look on the internet.
It's all there.
It appears to me that the brakes / gear changers are on the wrong side. Normally, front on the right and back on the left. Also you would then be able to see the indicators on the gear changers. At the moment the face away from the rider.
I used to watch someone ride one of these most days when I commuted in a busy part of the UK. I admired his bravery !!
The shifters and brakes are on the correct sides. Right for Rear. Maybe you come from a motorcycle background where foot brake controls rear and since clutch is on the left, the front brake is on the right.
This type of valve is called prestavalve. Looks like chain is out of whack, pulleys are twisted upside down, chain should run higher so it wont rub on handlebars. Also about that gas engine, move those bottom flat bars on the ouside of top one (those closer to engine) it should free it up a bunch.
Came for the bike, stayed for the teardown
Seriously love that shirt!
This was the 1st video of musties that I’ve been shouting at the screen trying to tell him what the bits are n where he’s doing things the hardest way 4 years after he made it 🤦♂️🛠👍✌️🤣
Flip the bracket for the idler pulley (chain) upside down to secure the wires for the rear gear and brake
Good video, hilarious looking bike. Hats off to you be able to ride that “deathtrap”😉
Looks comfy but definitely would take some practice to get used to.
for what it's worth, that engine bracket going to the rear wheel axel is caddy-wompus, the bolts connecting the left/right brackets are not in similar holes
28:50 -ish... no, look at a normal bicycle: all the brake and shifter cables are routed along the handlebars, then go in front of the head tube before going to the frame/forks.
On a recumbent bike this assembly is flipped, which means, as seen from the camera's perspective, they need go under the head tube, not between it and the chain.
Typing this as I watch, so you may figure this out later and adjust, but: just in case
I got scared when you started taking that gear shifter apart, lucky it didn't explode! They just need a bit of lube every now and then :) But you figured that out!
hey thats a vision r40 series! thats what i ride. though i have a hub motor rear. they are fun, comfortable, fast and smooth bikes!
V brake springs system have 3 anchor points where the coil can sit, yours looked like it was on center one, could make it tighter by moving to other hole, vs bending parts. The aluminium knee on the side of the bike looks like it might fold the other way possibly. Also _maybe_ a lever on that system to push down to engage the engine instead of cable mess? Crazy system, in most states _any_ gas motor up to 49cc needs a drivers liscence, some need plates etc (Pa), Alabama forget it totally. Florida over 49==motorcycle, endorsement and turn signals etc, where's the VIN? homebuilt? wow...... no thanks. my bikes are electric.