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

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:
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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
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0-60 time = 3.28 seconds:
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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]

Check out my new electric buggy that I just finished building: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnPPZH5-raish6s 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

[@istanbulefesikadnnsesi8960]

Merhaba çırak lazım mı ?

[@manojmondal5451]

Hey! I'm INDIAN... I want this bike. need your help!

[@spyidegamer1022]

Can i buy thise bike

[@akshayarjun8325]

I mean can i just buy the bike. Its looks dope🤑

[@bongehkhips910]

Dude why is this not in production

[@a8uella]

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

[@explorer2616]

Every business start-up s think that only

[@a8uella]

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

[@DIGI_CS]

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

[@tswayler6590]

I know right

[@user-ik1wl5fs1o]

No jokes

[@hafeexius]

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]

Exactly thats what I commented too !!

[@C-M-E]

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]

word

[@CapApollo]

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

[@aratanatar]

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]

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]

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]

just get a donor bike and fab around the battery

[@oneman29]

@@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]

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

[@travistownsend6894]

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]

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

[@solidkreate5007]

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]

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

[@leeleee4343]

Hope he could build a tank

[@warnasamika7940]

@@michaelmyers_dl2673 me too.

[@warnasamika7940]

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

[@EyeofValor]

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

[@RobertOw83]

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]

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

[@RobertOw83]

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

[@nassdolla1389]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👋🏽✌🏿💯

[@vincentkoster6291]

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]

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

[@alwinian]

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

[@civicprobe]

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]

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

[@falkostark5924]

Yes, that was very creative!!!

[@sirnoxy2534]

Appreciated.

[@notaword1136]

it makes me feel weirdly happy

[@thedx9828]

He knows we'll be watching at 3am.

[@bigsquirt2001]

Yes it’s coll

[@tongoltv6597]

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]

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

[@johanlogic1453]

i agree

[@TheKevbaranda]

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

[@docbroc1]

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

[@madjack7594]

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

[@ItsMercerBaby]

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

[@djissadjissa3521]

Very short your video

[@caracaes]

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

[@igoralencar1946]

@@caracaes Salve do BR !

[@igoralencar1946]

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

[@MatrixRay19]

@@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.

[@jovanienazaire1362]

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

[@daritawaujo]

Hei me too

[@kevinkev1530]

😆 🤣 😂

[@ketansaart1546]

Me me mee !!

[@R-Mc-3]

No, mine!

[@mohamedabdellatifmeharezi3162]

i don't even have a garage 😂

[@snew61]

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 :)

[@HenrikLaurell]

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

[@deepblackfafnir5149]

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]

what about the pollution of the wheels ?

[@stargazeonacloudyday]

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

[@eyewokeupinhell]

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

[@TheRickelol]

Energy to charge the battery?

[@michaeldixon6656]

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

[@CodeMonkeyG2011]

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

[@JamesBiggar]

If you need help with anything, just send me an email [e-mail]

[@carlosandleon]

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

[@jordanbatista2390]

@@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

[@infographistehistorichaiti5929]

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

[@IcebergTango]

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

[@diib3505]

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]

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

[@diib3505]

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

[@Arnabsrkfan]

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

[@bebbone81]

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

[@stn7172]

Wish there was a dirtbike version

[@hubert1142]

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

[@ushackers]

for real tho

[@riskiwiatanto]

LOL 😅

[@prabhatjain3220]

😎🤏

[@RN-ng4pw]

Ahahaha my maaaaan😂

[@nawasilume2477]

😂😂😂😂🎉

[@johanrynjah8241]

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 . ..

[@fonwoolridge]

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.....

[@SleepinGriffin]

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 KZbin. The amount of skill and knowledge and engineering that went into this is insane. I'm blown away.

[@ARAVINDKRISHNAN2004]

True !!!!

[@abimaeldiazakaPicoDee]

Dope AF

[@Lucas-ft6lz]

Dope ergonomic design as well, looks great.

[@Lu_an31]

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

[@Rehbstar]

Primitive technology

[@kai1915]

he's their modern cousin

[@alansaji1559]

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

[@Lu_an31]

@@alansaji1559 you know this...how?

[@RoRo-bg1qe]

hahaha!!

[@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 . ❤️

[@OrenArieli]

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

[@andrewpaulstancer5704]

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]

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]

"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.

[@bangbangdodo]

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]

That is good without using gasoline

[@kerryparks1979]

Yep!

[@Magalorian420]

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

[@suprememasteroftheuniverse]

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

[@HyperFoxIII]

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

[@patricknascimento4491]

SENSACIONAL!!!!! ADOREI! Aqui no Brasil se um cara fizer uma dessa não consegue nem sair da garagem muita burocracia!!!

[@ABCDEFGHIJKELA...]

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.

[@aaryabhardwaj9255]

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

[@kryostazis4415]

an electric trike next

[@highsociety5026]

@Arunava Guhathakurta nothing new :/

[@ashlogan2049]

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

[@alexanderchurikov7026]

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

[@johnrobertson7583]

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

[@thetrap6073]

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.

[@woolfy101]

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.

[@Jetgalgo]

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

[@michaelcollins7865]

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!

[@arnoldbravo9295]

1 in a million

[@davisworth5114]

you can bet they're Harley Charleys.

[@moeh4491]

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

[@bake162]

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

[@lost68er1]

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!

[@grabkem]

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

[@tarekgf]

right! :D

[@NattyYoung]

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

[@hybriddyneguy]

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.

[@minute_flix]

My man lives in some cabin at an offbeat location and chose to build a bike straight outta Cyberpunk. Humans are impressive! ❤

[@rayjohnarandiadorigg]

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

[@nomnom1774]

Dislike ?

[@sunilmaharana9798]

Probably oil companies

[@henryafricadawoh9799]

Was shocked to see unlikes

[@akhilgudavalli7885]

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

[@kylaahipa2345]

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.

[@ironichoneybadger5066]

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.

[@mehraan3668]

The music at the end makes it sound like it's an action movie with the truck chasing the guy on the bike. Jokes aside, huge respect and great build

[@raymondape]

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

[@jerry_si_tikus]

This dude must be proud of himself what a legend

[@Ankushdas2001]

Jerry Hirose

[@sadikijeje4161]

😂😂😂

[@maximtcaciuc2904]

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

[@hasirama16]

I was thinking the same lol😝

[@PrometheusV]

Yep hes one of my 10 KZbinr Team

[@yukisanable]

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

[@ajundly]

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

[@runkurgan]

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

[@quintinspina4270]

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

[@michealshaffer6223]

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

[@thunderclese69]

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]

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]

@@thisjustin7492 couldn't agree with you more.

[@redpilling5575]

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

[@MoTanG_0o]

As cool as it looks, the thrill and the adrenaline from the throttling sound of a bike cannot be replaced.

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks, iyo though - obviously that's subjective. Some might say the thrill and adrenaline of riding a bike is what can't be replaced, which is universal whether we're talking motorcycles or the pedal bikes we all started out on as kids. I love the (lack of) sound of an electric motor as much as the brap from an ice. Sometimes I'm in the mood to raise hell, most times I just want to cruise and enjoy the ride. But that's just me ;)

[@IdeaBoxful]

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

[@1.618_Murphy]

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

[@70.sabarinathajith80]

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

[@russelcovers2894]

i was thinking the same

[@3dw3dw]

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

[@navvan5372]

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

[@MrJunglahot]

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

[@jds344]

Yess 😪

[@LightningSe7en]

Hello father is me ur son

[@teslacybertruck750]

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

[@MrJunglahot]

@@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]

What?

[@TheStyx91]

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

[@flymachine]

Not only home built but doesn’t even have the basic machinery - amazing. Vaseline for mold release - amazing

[@FlyingFun.]

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.

[@uniflexNT]

Top speed ???

[@felixeranosantos713]

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

[@getyourkicksagain]

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

[@felixeranosantos713]

@@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]

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

[@tusharnayyer951]

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

[@getyourkicksagain]

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

[@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.

[@JamesBiggar]

Nice! Thanks for watching!

[@GHOSTtf-dy2br]

That seat cover stapling part was so satisfying

[@ikonroi]

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 👌

[@fbyi2940]

"Ebike"

[@Nico.error404]

"This quarantine was not boring to me" he said

[@zkmlblc]

The best video I've ever watched. I can work next to you only for the stomach fullness. I do errands, clean the shop, arrange the tools, briefly become your apprentice.

[@shisirpokhrel1182]

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

[@responsebraj]

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

[@thesabre8458]

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

[@yusufkanar8493]

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

[@SargeT]

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]

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

[@Bleideris0]

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

[@filipmach35]

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]

Its better when its with a carburetor,

[@caseyb1346]

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

[@risingames]

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 😍

[@guumballl]

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

[@petergoestohollywood382]

Son: I want a motorcycle Mum: We got motorcycle at home Motorcycle at home but this time it’s actually a badass beast of a machine: ...

[@vinusharannavar]

This guy literally redefined the meaning of "DIY" 🤘

[@AmirHosein_Mob]

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

[@friaishyconversionvlog8198]

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

[@RBLUS_TY]

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.

[@shellyonit2871]

Fucking top tastick

[@RBLUS_TY]

@@shellyonit2871 Thanks, KZbin bot.

[@christianwilliams1136]

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]

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

[@LoneBrowncoat]

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

[@paulj.thaddaios]

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

[@jonromel3620]

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

[@ChandanKumar-mg6wc]

This something that everybody should watch on youtube

[@f.m.f962]

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

[@bulletproof4716]

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

[@kalirocketdev]

@@bulletproof4716 😂😂😂

[@user-zu1fb7gd7e]

@@bulletproof4716 🤣🤣🤣

[@RohitSingh-ri2vm]

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.

[@skillsnt8701]

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

[@Furthertheimagination]

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.

[@cHaRlOsSS1]

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

[@ROHITYT]

😂😂

[@Mrjackietreehorn]

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

[@Zeioth]

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

[@ALLElectricChannel]

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]

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]

That's tesla cyberbik

[@kerryparks1979]

Awesome minds think alike 😂

[@stonecastle]

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]

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

[@haeterrr7511]

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

[@dv9239]

Try 32 minutes that should work

[@kenkioqqo]

Absolutely amazing! I love it.

[@eduardoverdasco3376]

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

[@wokmano]

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

[@Dara-ih6jq]

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 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@GrumpyAssOldMan]

1000%

[@efyland]

Here is a Real Master! İ watched with admiration 👏🏼

[@swing-trading-karo]

As often as you watch this video, you get new information please share more videos like this you are great

[@JamesBiggar]

I'm building another e-moto soon. In the meantime, check out the electric buggy build if you haven't seen it yet

[@Rohityoyo1997]

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

[@dkd7670]

This didn't get delayed though

[@Rohityoyo1997]

@@dkd7670 exactly 😂

[@8bitgamer272]

Looks like only 59 fans of cyberpunk found this ... Lol

[@thatoneguyinthemiddle1910]

@@8bitgamer272 95 now

[@farooquisaab008x]

Hahhaahahah 8t

[@TeddyBear-ij2ce]

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]

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

[@faisalali3888]

Cause it is electric

[@JoshuaPrinceG]

@@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]

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

[@lan4678]

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