Watch This Before You Buy From BikeBerry

[@mikemiller3303]

Your absolutely right another company is ZS fabrication on Ebay aka California motors bicycle engines same co there selling unbalanced cranks in engines that they say are balanced like the minaralli hybrid my son Bought me one for Father's day opened it up two hole crank he said that the lathe machine balances them they sell a engine instead of the mense they call there's a Malice they even sell the phantom 3 but give it a different name so i believe you brother thanks for sharing

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@mikemiller3303 I actually have talked with the owner and operator of California Motorbikes and he says that properly balanced cranks are in the works. I was one of the very first who got my hands on their budget minarelli engine and got in touch with them and voiced my opinion on what needed to change. To my surprise, they listened and made quite a few improvements before their second shipment. I'm really impressed with their professionalism and willingness to listen to input from others. BikeBerry wouldn't give a crap. Lol

[@ogbigtsbikesandstuff887]

I bought a basic BikeBerry kit for my fist build a couple of years ago. I was attracted to the "entire kit" aspect. I then went on to build a 4 stroke Honda GX140 powered motorized bicycle, a couple of mini bikes, another 4 or 5 scooters and mopeds, etc. For what I was doing at the time, I was happy with my experience.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@ogbigtsbikesandstuff887 cool. I'm glad the kit you got didn't blow up or something

[@ogbigtsbikesandstuff887]

@@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 me too!

[@ManiacRacing]

I'm not at all worried about offending anyone when I say Bikeberry sucks ass, and preys on inexperienced builders and racerbois. NOTHING they sell works as advertised, and if you have problems, they will LIE and stall and generally treat you like shit until you go away. I tried to order from them 3 times when I first got started building engines.....first order was for an engine. It blew up in instantly due to piston being installed backwards and snagged a ring. They refused to replace, claiming I must have done it myself. Second time I ordered some smalls like a clutch shaft and a few odds & ends. They sent a totally unrelated random pile of hardware, with literally NOTHING I had ordered. Again refused to honor the sale despite me sending them pictures of the box taken as I opened it. Third and LAST time, I tried to order a billet head for a GT5 SkyHawk. They sent me a clutch cover and ONCE AGAIN, refused to honor the sale despite repeated emails and documentation. And as a cherry on top, the clutch cover was so warped it cracked when I tried to use it. Fuck Bikeberry.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@ManiacRacing I'm sorry to hear that, but it sounds about right. Lol

[@michaelbrinks8089]

Bike Dingle Berry ... Looks like their prices have gotten much higher over the last 4yrs.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@michaelbrinks8089 They think it's still the heat of covid lockdown. Lol. I really don't see how ANYONE can AFFORD their prices, much less willing to pay that for the mediocre-at-best parts.

[@fingazfinds]

I will never purchase another item from bikeberry. I've had two of their mag rim sets fail and almost kill me. It's been over 3 months since I've returned my second set and I still have no input on what is going on. Their quality control and customer service is complete and utter trash. I'm sure they'll be hearing from my lawyer shortly.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@fingazfinds lol. Yeah. And I wouldn't have an issue if they sold cheap parts. Instead, they claim EVERYTHING they sell is the best of the best and they charge you an arm and a leg for everything, just for it to be absolute garbage and somewhat dangerous (like the mag wheels). Ride safe, bro.

[@fingazfinds]

@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 absolutely. All right safe by never purchasing from them again. I hate it because their website seems so perfect another people like myself will fall for it.

[@Lordsludge]

I'll bet you were putting Rim brakes on mag wheels that aren't supposed to have Rim brakes. Bet

[@thomashamilton8362]

Glad I watched this I was going to order 2 engines complete kits, you saved me $$$ thanks

[@phatmotocat]

I bought from BB because I thought they would provide better support than other dealers. They are difficult to deal with returns. I received a bad chain tensioner they reluctantly replaced. I have a couple thousand miles on the 80cc angle fire. Maybe I'm lucky. They're prices are a bit high on many parts. The poo poo pipe is appropriately named.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

Yeah. Well, I'm glad you at least got the chance to return your chain tensioner. And that's great that your engine runs that well.

[@ManiacRacing]

Avoid CDH as well. Complete trash.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@ManiacRacing I agree for the most part, If you look real hard, CDH still sells pretty good stuff. I would say those few products redeem themselves (CDH67 jog pipe, CDH40mm kit, hub adapters, g2 Reed, cnc engine mounts, the HUGE square cnc heads, and their 3.4l frame. Sure, not EVERYTHING they sell are fantastic, but at least the stuff that IS GOOD doesn't cost... BikeBerry prices.

[@ManiacRacing]

@@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 Agree on the billet heads. I tried 3 different jugs from them, and ALL 3 had serious plating defects, one looking like it never even got machined. Avoid cylinders!

[@grendelsgarage9723]

Thanks for the video 📹

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@grendelsgarage9723 for sure. Thanks for watching

[@matthewfredrickmfkrz1934]

I was thinking about frames for motorized bikes is the felt faker the only one

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

Yes. Probably the best frame out there. Just make sure it's the 3.4l frame and not any of the other ones. I would buy from CDH (either through CDHpower.com or on Amazon) or Gomax. Either way, the 3.4l felt faker frame is the way to go.

[@matthewfredrickmfkrz1934]

@@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 I want 20"

[@matthewfredrickmfkrz1934]

@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 I'm looking for a bmx frame for doing bmx stuff but with a motor I wanna shred some gnar

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@matthewfredrickmfkrz1934 I've seen people motorize the 26in bmx bikes (images.app.goo.gl/xqrRwiRHMXGSxCr98). You could probably use this bike (a.co/d/fQSkPL9), slap on a big ol Menace 85 engine kit (smolikperformance.com/collections/frontpage/products/menace85-ss-kit?variant=46264295456955), and use Gemini pitbike rotor rear wheel (gemini-bicycle-products.myshopify.com/products/26-right-side-pitbike-rotor-rear-wheel). If you actually plan on somewhat still using it as a BMX bike, you'll want a light, yet very torquie and powerful engine and there really isn't ANY engine on the market that can compete with the Menace. The bike and frame itself should hold up to the power just fine. Though, I reccomended replacing the wheel to a Gemini pitbike brake wheel so you can properly mount the sprocket while still having brakes. With the Gemini wheel, you get a VERY solid sprocket mount, but it relocates the disc brakes to the other side of the wheel. In total, the build will run you about $1,500. ($350 bike + $450 engine kit + $350 wheel + other odds and ends). You could get the price down a bit, but that's the price for a sick, purpose built bike

[@matthewfredrickmfkrz1934]

@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 whatever engines i got 3 of off Facebook marketplace sure are serious competitors with the menace as I have them already 3 actually believe it or not. Shredding gnar doesn't need brakes a high standing 26" platform would be rideable but would require shredding huge gnar and I want to shred slightly smaller 20" gnar

[@jimonus]

What should I use then man? Provide me with a good site that sells the whole kit like bikeberry.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

if you have access to Reddit, here is a great engine guide with kits to the links: www.reddit.com/user/AMB_GARAGE/comments/1fknsuw/engines_and_how_they_perform/? And if you dont, here is a Google Doc: docs.google.com/document/d/1SudOWYQWTHEHBvfXQj7PdGqICsHZmBDbrtzT4sE4c8s/edit?usp=sharing

[@trentbikes]

eBay and amazon....

[@diggy-d8w]

IS Bikeberry a "Chinese" company & I only ask b/c a lot of Chinese Motorcycles are knock-off's from other well known manufacturers. This is going on in all sectors of goods you might purchase but tell me where you can buy high quality engine parts for these? peace

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

I don't know where BikeBerry originates, or who runs the website, but yes, they sell Chinese parts. I don't want to say all, but the MAJORITY of motorized bike engines and other parts (including performance parts, etc) come from China. But that doesn't mean they are all bad. Companies like California motorbikes and CDH Power still sell Chinese parts, but they have a high quality standard. BikeBerry on the other hand just throws quality out the window. Sites like California Motorbikes and CDH Power offer good quality products for reasonable pricing. However, like with anything, make sure you know what to look for before you jump right in. Other sites, such as Smolik Performance and RDManu offer SUPER high quality parts that have been EXPERTLY designed and crafted here in the states. You will need to pay a premium, but MAN is it worth it and the guys are super kind, so if you have any issue, they'll make it right.

[@diggy-d8w]

I do appreciate that, at 1 time I really looked at making a bicycle w/ a motor but I didn't like any of the stuff I saw & that's w/o knowing if they honored the parts they sell. I'd rather pay more for better quality & receive the service we deserve instead of a fly by night group who run the second they get your money. peace

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@diggy-d8w absolutely. You know it and I completely agree. And with BikeBerrys scalped prices, the GOOD parts aren't even too much more expensive. Lol

[@diggy-d8w]

See, I didn't know BB's prices were close to the good parts pricing BUT ; That's their whole deal, they are pricing like that just under the highest prices but acting like they've got the quality at a slightly less cost? That's by design that they're doing this. I only just figured that out & I wouldn't have put it together had you not pointed out their throw away trash parts but they're acting like their parts are the same as the more costly stuff & they're acting like they are giving you the higher quality but at a reduced rate from those others? They are not & that's a bad deal for all the newbies just wanting to get started, like me? I remember seeing their stores but I decided not to build & had even looked at a 4 cycle Honda friction drive motor instead b/c all the parts looked sketchy to me. I do appreciate your time & now I know what BB's doing to people, I'm normally one who doesn't like going after a store b/c it kinda makes one look bad but if they're overpricing crap parts & not providing service either, F#@K Em' !! peace

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@diggy-d8w well said. Lol

[@ErnestoRoman420]

Absolutely right... & Make the return policy fee wtf!!!

[@stevejeffrey11]

Not a gas bike but I bought an e-bike from them 20 days ago & they said 7-10 days for delivery .... Wtf. Everytime I email them don't get any clear answers. If it wasn't 500 $ off sale I wouldn't have bothered

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@stevejeffrey11 yep. Sounds about right. And if you notice, they always have "HUGE SALES".

[@DogsaladSalad]

Hell yeah it's the video!

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

Lol. Thanks for watching

[@davidsolomon3092]

Brutal

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

Lol

[@editorsanimationVlogs]

what would you recomend for a new builder who wants a reliable 2 stroke kit

[@Lordsludge]

@@editorsanimationVlogs there's no such thing as a reliable 2-stroke. All these motors are made in the same factories in China doesn't matter who sells them okay unless you're going to buy something made in a western country it's going to cost an astronomical amount for an engine

[@greenshock5590]

Do you think the mini chopper bike they have would be at least acceptable quality? I was thinking about getting one of those to put an Amazon engine on

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@greenshock5590 I actually wanted to get one for myself, but decided not to cause other people were having issues. You can if you want to, but for two 3rds the cost, I built a OCC stingray and it runs and rides great.

[@hybriddyneguy]

Kamala-LaLa-Dingdong

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@hybriddyneguy lol. 😄

[@Teo34504]

Go max industries?

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

Gomax products are much higher quality than BikeBerry, but they still sell a lot of iffy products. They are not to the same level as BikeBerry and are not downright DANGEROUS, but just won't perform well compared to other parts. Stuff like their PK80 kits, MZ65 pipes, frames, CNC heads, and minarelli's are pretty great products, but all the other ones aren't worth buying.

[@Teo34504]

@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 many thanks 🙏 I live outside of the US so this information is helpful.

[@leonardarola]

Wow Amb.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

What? 😅

[@leonardarola]

@@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 ...Shots fired... I see your point.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@leonardarola lol. Thanks for watching

[@ericclayton6597]

i think u got it backwards, i bought 3 80 cc engines one from temu one from amazon and one from bikeberry and the one from bikeberry was better better parts and better quality parts the one from amazone and temu was poor parts and not made to last

[@fingazfinds]

Then explain to me how I've already been through two sets of their rims that almost killed me. The quality control and customer service of that company is a complete joke

[@fingazfinds]

I for one think that you're lying just to talk

[@Lordsludge]

Every business does this. They are trying to make a buck like anybody else. If their marketing works, good for them. Everything is cheaper on Amazon or eBay. What are you such a hater for? Get a girlfriend.

[@a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665]

@@Lordsludge lol. If it was simply "too good to be true" marketing that would be fine, but I have tens of people in my direct contact who have had engines literally explode, catch fire, or not even run from BikeBerry. Stuff like ordering $100 worth of parts and receiving a completely different order containing only a few bolts without any remorse, etc. While it's not the end of the world, it's something I see a lot of new builders falling for and wanted to educate people. And no, pretty much EVERY other seller of motorized bike parts are small businesses that prefer honesty and transparency over grabbing a few bucks. With the exception of BikeBerry of course.

[@trentbikes]

god wtf is that pfp? gross. I bet you support scamberry with all your heart.

[@fingazfinds]

Bikeberry is as trash as the person that made this comment. What kind of an ignant is okay with a company robbing customers? I guess the same type of cuckold ignant that tells somebody to get a girlfriend and most likely doesn't have one themself.😂 🤡

[@pamew]

Least convincing shill ever.

[@trentbikes]

@@pamew lol why did i get this in my notifications