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Simplexes with Non-Original Engines / Re: Yet another newbie (confused about transmission)
« on: October 05, 2012, 12:33:33 PM »
Thanks for the reply,
I might be best to keep and repair the stock rims, assuming the clip-on rim can be repaired. There are no jack shafts, pullies etc of any kind. Can they be made from over-the-counter parts? I'll dig through the site to find a close-up picture. Is there another way to attach a pully or gear? Maybe a hub from a ???

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Simplexes with Non-Original Engines / Yet another newbie (confused about transmission)
« on: October 05, 2012, 06:55:50 AM »
Greetings!
I have just purchased a Simplex that is fairly complete, except for the motor and ALL of the drive components. The wheels are there, but missing spokes,and the large pully is the only rotten part on the bike.
I am thinking about modernizing, but without causing irreversible modifications:
option 1: buy a honda pc50 moped, and use the entire drivetrain, with 19" wheels.
option 2: I already have a c70 passport, but the wheels are too wide
option 3: use a briggs with worksman wheels
option 4: electric (advantage: I can legally ride as a mobility scooter when I lose my licence to parkinson's)
ANY THOUGHTS?

The thing I am most uncertain about, is the drive line from the engine shaft, to the wheel. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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