http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 00:42:56 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Govnot-An-attempt-to-turn-an-old-frame-into/
The Gov'not - An attempt to turn an old frame into a copy of a vintage path racer - Pashley Gov'nor- for Ã�£50. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity This is the Pashley Gov'nor . . . it is simply beautiful . . . sit and stare at it for a while, it will make you feel nice . . .                http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/guvnor.html It is based on the model made by Pashley in the 1930s but is equipped with modern components, (either sing...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 18:02:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Equestricycle-Hack/
Makedo Equestricycle Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Hack your ride this weekend. If there’s something you really really want, we say: Don’t wait for it to come to you - chase it, go MAKE it! With a little imagination, some cardboard and Makedo, you can turn those old wheels into a fleet-footed speed machine in under half an hour.  Sketch To pimp y...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 05:02:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-wheel-bike-trailer/
Single wheel bike trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SMALL.jpg tom31200 At the beginning of the spring season, while sun begins to shine in South of France, I decided to build my own bike trailer. I read many trailer comparatives in order to find the best solution corresponding to my needs. I intend to have a trip along Canal du Midi during the summer for at least 3 day...
By: tom31200

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 11:44:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-No-Weld-Bike-Trailer/
Simple No-Weld Bike Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/0JBE/H21CGNKL/FSB0JBEH21CGNKL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/0JBE/H21CGNKL/FSB0JBEH21CGNKL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/0JBE/H21CGNKL/FSB0JBEH21CGNKL.SMALL.jpg mr.mcninja This instructable is entered into the "Wheels Challenge."  If you enjoy it, please vote by clicking the "Vote" button in the upper right corner of this page.  Thanks for reading! As with all good instructables, this one was born out of necessity.  I needed to get a bunch of stuff from point A to po...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 20:40:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/BMX-front-hub/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/U7AJ/H21CGMK1/F4FU7AJH21CGMK1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/U7AJ/H21CGMK1/F4FU7AJH21CGMK1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/U7AJ/H21CGMK1/F4FU7AJH21CGMK1.SMALL.jpg notingkool I made this hub for my bmx, it take 6hs of machining and 700gr of aluminum, The finished hub weights 230gr (sealed bearings and bolts included). It has a 15mm axle with 3/8"x24tpi bolts and 6902-rs bearings (15x28x7mm). 36 spoke holes.
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 00:36:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Broken-Electric-Razor-Scooter-Hack/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SMALL.gif foreverdisturbed First I appologize for not having pictures of the deconstruction. I did not think of putting this on Instructables untill I was already done. I do have the before picture which is a stock photo, the after photo with my son on it and a photo of the bad relay switch. I recently bought my son and elec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 17:58:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-grips-from-old-handlebar-tape/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/OK64/H2A76IAC/FRZOK64H2A76IAC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/OK64/H2A76IAC/FRZOK64H2A76IAC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/OK64/H2A76IAC/FRZOK64H2A76IAC.SMALL.jpg thewhite I've decided to share small tip how to make quite comfy and light grips out of handlebar tape. I've made them because I put together new bike and didn't decide which available on the market grips I'll use. As a temporary solution is perfect. Sometimes as you know temporary solutions stays longer tha...
By: thewhite

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 08:38:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-bicycle-frame-jig/
A simple bicycle frame jig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/XV7C/H1JUHLTB/F5GXV7CH1JUHLTB.SMALL.jpg ideas2cycles This is an instructable for building your own bicycle frame jig. It was designed by ideas2cycles for bonding, laminating, brazing and tack welding. Welding can be a bit tricky, since there are beams behind every joint which could be in the way. The design is inspired by this instructable, but made ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 20:14:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MAGLITE-5-D-mod-to-my-MTB-lightning-system/
MAGLITE 5-D mod to my MTB lightning system. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/9GQ6/H29XS1MD/FC19GQ6H29XS1MD.SMALL.jpg dudu1980 I had  an old mag lite from 1995 it was 5-D maglite... . I decided i need to wake him up from his sleep. and make a powerfull light for my bike. the thing about this project that it is cheap  around 50-60$  includes the batteries and the charger and i will try to make it simple by giving the SKU fro...
By: dudu1980

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 14:40:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-trailer-6/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/RHXC/H27LROIH/FW5RHXCH27LROIH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/RHXC/H27LROIH/FW5RHXCH27LROIH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/RHXC/H27LROIH/FW5RHXCH27LROIH.SMALL.jpg Alex Loftie This bike trailer is made of wood but has a metal frame. It can fit many different bikes and works well. It is quite easy to make and not too expensive, it didn't take me that long and can carry quite a lot of stuff.  Hope you like it. Don't forget to vote for me in the woodworking challenge if you ...
By: Alex Loftie

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 12:06:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Functional-art-hexagon-tallbike/
Functional art — hexagon tallbike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/KHAA/H28RRVA3/F9HKHAAH28RRVA3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/KHAA/H28RRVA3/F9HKHAAH28RRVA3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/KHAA/H28RRVA3/F9HKHAAH28RRVA3.SMALL.jpg _nicos www.rat-patrol.org/RPOz/FArt/disasterRecovery.html After more than 20,000km, my daily transit tallbike was crushed by a car... the driver stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake! After a brief grieving period I decided to model the new one from the old one, I photographed it from the side,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 23:23:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-geared-hub-motor-for-bike-kit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/QO53/H1YOI8OJ/F23QO53H1YOI8OJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/QO53/H1YOI8OJ/F23QO53H1YOI8OJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/QO53/H1YOI8OJ/F23QO53H1YOI8OJ.SMALL.jpg leafmotor These days 250w hub motor wheels are popular with European. Nearly all of hub bike motor are brushless geared. Because there are several gears inside hub. It has more powerful than 250w brushless geared motor. Order 1 set 12" 14" 16" 18" 20" 24" 26" 700c 28" inch hub motor bike kit , convert your co...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 04:24:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Scooter-Polo/
Scooter Polo. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/Q8PF/H1YOHU27/F9AQ8PFH1YOHU27.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/Q8PF/H1YOHU27/F9AQ8PFH1YOHU27.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/Q8PF/H1YOHU27/F9AQ8PFH1YOHU27.SMALL.jpg woodstockbirdy Scooter polo. I originally got the idea form bicycle polo. You can go here to learn about it. I have warped/twisted the rules and made my own. This is a really fun project to try over the weekend with some friends, and it is really cheap. Rules. 1. To hit the ball you must have two feet on the sc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 17:33:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hakima-Roof-Rack-Poor-Mans-Strut-Channel-Cross-/
Hakima Roof Rack - Poor Man's Strut Channel Cross Bars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SMALL.jpg alhazen My SUV came with a basic luggage rack.  What I really needed was something with the functionality of a Yakima or Thule cross bar but with a dumpster diver price tag. For less than the cost of a single store-bought cross bar I was able to bodge a reasonably functional bar using strut channel that I p...
By: alhazen

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 23:42:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Exceedingly-simple-and-easy-bike-rack-flat-bed/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/OMDT/H1YOI1MJ/FTOOMDTH1YOI1MJ.SMALL.jpg ganeshruskin OK, so this is a very simple way to turn your bike rack into a flat-bed truck (well, you get the idea!) You can use this to haul all kinds of things, you can strap a box or tote to it and put things inside, you can even stop along the road a throw fresh roadkill on this baby (not legal in some state...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 23:53:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Duck-Tape-as-a-bicycle-rim-tape/
Duck Tape as a bicycle rim tape. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/6IG0/H1YONEQY/FG86IG0H1YONEQY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/6IG0/H1YONEQY/FG86IG0H1YONEQY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/6IG0/H1YONEQY/FG86IG0H1YONEQY.SMALL.jpg thewhite Nothing really like rocket science, just small hint. I've found Duck Tape (or cloth tape/silver tape if you like) as a good replacement for rim tape. You can rip it to required width and apply easily just unwrapping bit by bit, sticking to rim. Easy and light.Just start from valve hole (cover it) an...
By: thewhite

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 02:08:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/My-ScraperEL-Hyrbid-Mongoose-XR200-bicycle-nickna/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/RSNY/H1Y08VW3/F8YRSNYH1Y08VW3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/RSNY/H1Y08VW3/F8YRSNYH1Y08VW3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/RSNY/H1Y08VW3/F8YRSNYH1Y08VW3.SMALL.jpg Master Maddux It all started with a dream, and a dream turned into a useable solution to help protect people on their bikes at night. It took about 6 hours to create her, and purely created her without the knowledge that people had already did a scraper/EL type design. I just woke up one morning with the idea stu...
By: Master Maddux

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 21:39:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/my-DIY-bicycle-hanging-system/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/BGFJ/H1JUJRZL/FOMBGFJH1JUJRZL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/BGFJ/H1JUJRZL/FOMBGFJH1JUJRZL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/BGFJ/H1JUJRZL/FOMBGFJH1JUJRZL.SMALL.jpg dudu1980 I decided to build device that will rase the bicycle to the ceiling but also will put the bicycle in the corner of the room, that way they will not disturb in the middle of the room I used products that cost no more than 30 $ and its quite cheap u can find pulleys systems for cheap but the track th...
By: dudu1980

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 05:40:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-chain-guide-for-a-single-speed-mountain-b/
Making a chain guide for a single-speed mountain bike conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/EC5E/H1KHAV09/FLZEC5EH1KHAV09.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/EC5E/H1KHAV09/FLZEC5EH1KHAV09.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/EC5E/H1KHAV09/FLZEC5EH1KHAV09.SMALL.jpg insomnike I recently received a donor bike which had been through a period of neglect. My previous bike suffered major damage in an accident, so I was looking to build this free frame up with parts from my previous bike- this included the bottom bracket, cranks, rear wheel and handlebars. My original bike wa...
By: insomnike

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 21:57:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/2-tire-trials-bike/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/TIKM/H1V5YD1E/FZSTIKMH1V5YD1E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/TIKM/H1V5YD1E/FZSTIKMH1V5YD1E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZS/TIKM/H1V5YD1E/FZSTIKMH1V5YD1E.SMALL.jpg Fredmexican 2'' sch 160 back tire and a 2' sch 80 front. Welding rod frame, Instrumentation tubing for the front forks. All stick welding with 3/32 7018.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 20:32:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Facet-V1-Velomobile/
Facet V1 Velomobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SMALL.jpg jeff-o Let me start by saying that I have wanted to build a velomobile for at least five or six years.  I've been collecting little bits of research since then, but things finally reached "critical mass" just a few months ago.  The combination of assistance from a Coroplast velomobile group on Facebook, th...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 17:03:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tall-Bike-Project/
Tall Bike Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/VE51/H1JUJFBL/FG9VE51H1JUJFBL.SMALL.jpg couchchangeracing My nephew and I were looking at a cool book about building wacky bikes. We decided a tall bike would be a good one for a first project. This was an educational adventure as well. He learned how to work with metal, create from instructions and expand his comfort zone with some adventure. The Part...
By: couchchangeracing

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 23:56:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Work-Stand-Attachment-for-Black-Decker-W/
Bicycle Work Stand Attachment for Black & Decker Workmate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/YEEP/H1JUHCUY/FEZYEEPH1JUHCUY.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub I have very limited space to work on things and limited storage space, so I have to make the most of what I have. I wanted a workstand for my mountain bike, but didn’t particularly want to spend $300 on one. I also didn’t really want to have to find room to store it, so I devised an attachment to fi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 03:05:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cargo-Trailer/
Bicycle Cargo Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This Instructable is entered into the Metal Challenge, Wheels Challenge, and the Make it Real Challenge.  If you think its a winner please vote for it in these contests.  I also have another Instructable in the Make it Real Challenge, DIY CNC Router, check it out and vote for it too!  Thanks Have y...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 02:40:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hula-bike-no-pedals/
Eccentric-hub scooter / bike (no pedals) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Tim and Gael want to build a Hula bike . Main Problem : how to easily displace the hub from the center of the wheel ? Play around with spokes ? No ! way too painful . But Tim is a carpenter and has access to a router .  So They decided to craft it out of plywood planks . Quick, easy,  strong enoug...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:25:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Xtracycle-Stationary-Bike-Stand-for-Less/
Xtracycle Stationary Bike Stand - for Less - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/AIWA/H1KH9U0O/FZ5AIWAH1KH9U0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/AIWA/H1KH9U0O/FZ5AIWAH1KH9U0O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/AIWA/H1KH9U0O/FZ5AIWAH1KH9U0O.SMALL.jpg pobriant The folks at Xtracycle http://www.xtracycle.com/sell a marvelous add on kit that turns an ordinary bike into a super cargo carrier. The Xtracycle (especially with an add on electric assist)  can transport kids, kayaks, and kegs http://www.xtracyclegallery.com/. It can also be modified as a stationar...
By: pobriant

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:12:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Reverse-steering-bike/
Reverse steering bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I3WF/H1JU3SQJ/F75I3WFH1JU3SQJ.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim           We're not professional welders, but we attempted to build one of those reverse steering badass bikes. We started with watching internet vids, and a special visit to our favourite scrap metal junkyard. And found there an amazing not even rusty differential . We had two bikes, one adult size...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:30:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Stereo/
DIY Bike Stereo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/O4AD/H1JU6JWK/FLBO4ADH1JU6JWK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/O4AD/H1JU6JWK/FLBO4ADH1JU6JWK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/O4AD/H1JU6JWK/FLBO4ADH1JU6JWK.SMALL.jpg Sparker94 Want to listen to music while on a bike outing but without the worry of buying an expensive radio set and biffing it breaking your investment? Well this is the solution! Its very easy to make your yourself using parts around your house. Mostly everyone has things at home they can turn into something...
By: Sparker94

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:20:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-spokes-on-hub-motor-for-electric-bike/
How to build spokes on hub motor for electric bike ? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/PCN5/H1IMOVI1/F1MPCN5H1IMOVI1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/PCN5/H1IMOVI1/F1MPCN5H1IMOVI1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/PCN5/H1IMOVI1/F1MPCN5H1IMOVI1.SMALL.jpg leafmotor DIY bike conversion kit and convert your bike is funny. Sometimes we prefer to purchase spoke hub motor , bike rim and spokes. And build spokes on electric bike motor by ourselves. If we want to convert 26inch front wheel, we should purchase 1 set of front spokes hub motor, 26inch rim and 36pcs of ...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:56:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Tricycle-Resurrection-with-Modern-Technolo/
Vintage Tricycle Resurrection with Modern Technology - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/20S5/H1EN6X2O/FKA20S5H1EN6X2O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/20S5/H1EN6X2O/FKA20S5H1EN6X2O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/20S5/H1EN6X2O/FKA20S5H1EN6X2O.SMALL.jpg vanweb I am calling this a "Resurrection" not a "Restoration" as I took some liberties with materials and methods in bringing this childs tricycle back to life. But at the end of the day it is true to the spirit of the original and the smile on a little girls face 40 or 50 years ago would look the same as ...
By: vanweb

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:24:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/installing-an-extra-water-bottle-mount/
installing an extra water bottle mount. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0EO7/H19RV9QD/F8Y0EO7H19RV9QD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0EO7/H19RV9QD/F8Y0EO7H19RV9QD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/0EO7/H19RV9QD/F8Y0EO7H19RV9QD.SMALL.jpg wavey davey I have signed up to do the London to Brighton Cycle ride in June. As my training milages are getting longer I decided it would be good to have an extra drinks bottle on my hybrid.The main problem being that the existing water bottle position on the down tube and the frame being quite compact, wouldn...
By: wavey davey

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:45:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Bikes-You-Can-Make-Yourself/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/49WK/H173JNYO/FEE49WKH173JNYO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/49WK/H173JNYO/FEE49WKH173JNYO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/49WK/H173JNYO/FEE49WKH173JNYO.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Sick of your plain and boring bike? Have a couple of old bikes just waiting to be turned into a glorious bike monster you can make yourself? We've got you covered. This guide will help get you inspired - whether you want something a little flashier, ridiculous, or high tech - we'll show you how! Al...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:08:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Bike-Commute-with-a-Suit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/0LDE/H12SVEYY/F840LDEH12SVEYY.SMALL.jpg beauxjones “The momentum for going by bike is undeniable,” noted Trek’s Director of Advocacy, Rebecca Anderson. “Growing traffic congestion; skyrocketing gas prices; alarming obesity rates; concerns about global climate change as the result of greenhouse gas emissions; there is interest all over the country fo...
By: beauxjones

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:22:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Bike-Lock-aka-uber-epic-mega-lock/
Modified Bike Lock (aka uber, epic, mega lock!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SMALL.jpg angelabchua Yup, I just had a couple bikes stolen from me.  So you bet your buns I am not only incredibly angry at the person who hopped my fence and stole my bikes, i am super paranoid now too.  We are in full crisis lockdown mode at Chez Angie...so much so, you would have thought someone came and rooted throu...
By: angelabchua

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 03:01:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-piece-of-reed-into-worlds-greatest-DIY-bik/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/I41E/H0OJ751C/FD9I41EH0OJ751C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/I41E/H0OJ751C/FD9I41EH0OJ751C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/I41E/H0OJ751C/FD9I41EH0OJ751C.SMALL.jpg pandoheas Ok, that "turn into world's greatest line maybe is too much. But it's not. It's absolutely true! Why? Because this stand is completely free, extremely easy to make, can work perfectly on the heaviest loaded touring bikes, can be used as a flagpole, snake catcher, something to put your light on so dr...
By: pandoheas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:34:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Displayer-Operating-Manual-for-LCD-motor-contr/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/CHJT/H0OJ3LSW/FDVCHJTH0OJ3LSW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/CHJT/H0OJ3LSW/FDVCHJTH0OJ3LSW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/CHJT/H0OJ3LSW/FDVCHJTH0OJ3LSW.SMALL.jpg leafmotor When you received leaf motor ‘s bike motor kit with the LCD motor controller .Don’t know how to handle it. For example: 36V LCD motor controller 1. Power switch Supply battery, press power switch once, the LCD panel will display total mileage, speed , battery capacity and the time (time will be reco...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 05:39:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Helmet-Headphones-on-the-cheap/
DIY Helmet Headphones (on the cheap) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/FVEA/H0OJ6U0B/FGJFVEAH0OJ6U0B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/FVEA/H0OJ6U0B/FGJFVEAH0OJ6U0B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/FVEA/H0OJ6U0B/FGJFVEAH0OJ6U0B.SMALL.jpg frozenkamote This is not an original idea. But this instructable shows you how simple it is to create helmet speakers on the cheap :) What you'll need are: 1. Old Headphones - NOT earphones, those are too small, computer headphones have at least a 1W speaker inside them 2. iPod - the best for this would be th...
By: frozenkamote

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 06:48:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-two-old-backpacks-into-the-worlds-best-DIY-r/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/C63U/H0OIV4JP/FV0C63UH0OIV4JP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/C63U/H0OIV4JP/FV0C63UH0OIV4JP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/C63U/H0OIV4JP/FV0C63UH0OIV4JP.SMALL.jpg pandoheas Hello guys! These rack panniers in my opinion are just unbeatable, they are extremely cheap, extremely durable, light, reliable, compact and even completely waterproof. I've been using them the last months with complete success  You 're only going to need these: 2 x Backpack 4 x Hoseclamp or Rubbe...
By: pandoheas

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:28:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-BMx/
How to Build a BMX - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/8QUX/H0OJ1BLJ/FLK8QUXH0OJ1BLJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/8QUX/H0OJ1BLJ/FLK8QUXH0OJ1BLJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/8QUX/H0OJ1BLJ/FLK8QUXH0OJ1BLJ.SMALL.jpg rbenton1 Before Assembling/ Building a BMX bike it is essential that you work out the total cost of the bike as it usually costs around £1000/$1700, not only that it is important to check all the parts are compatible with the bike. Step 1- Parts Here is a list of parts that are essential for your BMX: BM...
By: rbenton1

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:54:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Featherlight-fender/
Featherlight fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SMALL.jpg Castor bricoleur Designed for commuters and travelers, this fender will help you and your followers to stay clean on the road. There is actually no many product on the market that fits great with bike racks. The one I create take advantage of the bike luggage rack. Using a simple folding trick that I've learn doing ...
By: Castor bricoleur

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:08:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/EXTREME-Mountain-Biking-in-Your-Back-Yard/
EXTREME Mountain Biking in Your Back Yard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/KA79/H0OIUPZ3/FPWKA79H0OIUPZ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/KA79/H0OIUPZ3/FPWKA79H0OIUPZ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/KA79/H0OIUPZ3/FPWKA79H0OIUPZ3.SMALL.jpg Emsaid         Mountain biking in your back yard is pretty lame... ...unless you follow this instructable and make your yard into an EXTREME mountain biking course!         I enjoy mountain biking but the closest bike parks are still pretty far away and I don't go often, so I decided to make a park in my ...
By: Emsaid

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 20:58:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-hub-electric-bike-motor/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/FTM7/H0OJ2UB1/F7WFTM7H0OJ2UB1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/FTM7/H0OJ2UB1/F7WFTM7H0OJ2UB1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/FTM7/H0OJ2UB1/F7WFTM7H0OJ2UB1.SMALL.jpg leafmotor These days hub electric bike motor wheels are used for e-bikes widely. Nearly all of hub bike motor are brushless gearless. Because of low noise, high efficiency, long life are popular with riders. Order 1 set 12" 14" 16" 18" 20" 24" 26" 700c 28" inch hub motor kit, convert your common bike to e-bik...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 17:55:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Check-your-hub-motor-wheel-electric-bike-kit/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/LGQH/H0OJ2ISS/F32LGQHH0OJ2ISS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/LGQH/H0OJ2ISS/F32LGQHH0OJ2ISS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/LGQH/H0OJ2ISS/F32LGQHH0OJ2ISS.SMALL.jpg leafmotor Order 1 set of electric bike kit from manufacturer-leaf motor and convert your bike to e-bike is a fun. But sometimes when we receive packages and don't know how to hanle it. Follow us: Before install electric bike kit, we should test it first. Step 1: Deliver your package Spent some days on Intern...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 17:22:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-fairing-from-a-foil-turkey-pan-for-commuti/
Bicycle fairing from a foil turkey pan for commuting to TechShop Detroit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/NBR0/H0KR9AEZ/FPFNBR0H0KR9AEZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/NBR0/H0KR9AEZ/FPFNBR0H0KR9AEZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/NBR0/H0KR9AEZ/FPFNBR0H0KR9AEZ.SMALL.jpg Juankixote I live 12 miles from Techshop near Dearborn, so while I repair my electric cargo bike I'm stuck riding my regular commuter bike. I'm not gonna lie it's a pretty sweet bike and all the extra exercise gets me hype by the time I get there so it's all good :) it only takes me ~ 1/2 hour to bike out to ...
By: Juankixote

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 05:21:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-training-stand-part-1/
Bike training stand (part 1.) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/471P/H0OJ14L0/FEA471PH0OJ14L0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/471P/H0OJ14L0/FEA471PH0OJ14L0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/471P/H0OJ14L0/FEA471PH0OJ14L0.SMALL.jpg Computothought Our goal in this instructable is to build and inexpensive stand to get the rear wheels of the ground so you can pedal freely and safely in a garage or the like.. Most of the units were a hundred dollars for more. I did not really want to spend that for my five dollar bicycle. What's needed. PV...
By: Computothought

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:08:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Disconnect-Bldc-Hub-Motor-for-electric-bike/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/AOSK/H0FLNO2K/FMXAOSKH0FLNO2K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/AOSK/H0FLNO2K/FMXAOSKH0FLNO2K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/AOSK/H0FLNO2K/FMXAOSKH0FLNO2K.SMALL.jpg leafmotor Spring come,nice days to ride e-bikes.But when you take out of your old e-bike from warehouse and are going to ride it.Suddenly you would find there is strange noise from hub motor . These days most of electric bike motors are brushless gearless and used for electric bikes widely.It was made of roto...
By: leafmotor

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 17:08:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorcycle-Headlight-for-Bicycle-Light/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SMALL.jpg jenspen Old motorcycle light converted to LED for bicycle. The LED: http://www.satisled.com/1w-high-power-led-white-star-emitter-8090lm_p118.html
By: jenspen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 22:51:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorized-Bicycle-DIY-The-hard-way/
Motorized Bicycle DIY: The hard way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/SOW0/H0OJ3KLK/FCVSOW0H0OJ3KLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/SOW0/H0OJ3KLK/FCVSOW0H0OJ3KLK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/SOW0/H0OJ3KLK/FCVSOW0H0OJ3KLK.SMALL.jpg bogyman57 Squishing a Honda GXH50 into a Huffy 24" boy's Cranbrook Cruiser Bicycle. WARNING:  As of 2012, the Minnesota statutes have re-classified Motorized-Bicycles as MOPEDs and are now required to be registered and plated.  BUT!!!  (and this is the part that makes me angry) The DMV/DVS will NOT register ...
By: bogyman57

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 06:11:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Train-Horn-Bicycle/
Extremely Loud Train Horn Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SMALL.jpg TheChadster   So you want to be loud? You want to make a statement? You want to scare the crap out people? A train horn will do the trick. Do you want to stand out in the process? Than a bike with a train horn attached will defiantly do the trick!  So you may be aski...
By: TheChadster

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 05:49:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Plain-Jane-Brooks-B17-into-a-Sexy-Brooks-Swallow/
Plain Jane Brooks B17 into a Sexy Brooks Swallow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/DLFO/H0FLBE2U/FIJDLFOH0FLBE2U.SMALL.jpg mjursic Long time listener, first time caller. I love the sexy look of side rails on a leather bike saddle.  I’m funny that way. What I really wanted was a Brooks Swallow saddle, but I couldn’t afford the $320.00 price-tag.   So I went to ebay and bought a B17 for $69, all in and decided to make my OWN Swal...
By: mjursic

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