ArtDeco eBike Build

[WillWork4Parts]

Major fan of this drop stand, fork stops, and your forming abilities!!!

Makes me want to get back in gear to make removable fork stops for original Schwinn springers.

I can still see the outlines of the Monark reflector on the rear fender. Any plans to reinstall one, or perhaps fab one of your own design? I think it would be cool to house that stand clip while also giving it a little more flex room than usual.

 

[Fixedgear]

The Jewelry: I wanted a custom badge for the bike. I designed a logo that incorporates my initials signature (CA) that I have used over the years. I enlisted professional jeweler, Jennifer Green, to make my design come to life. She used nickel, brass, and copper. She does incredible work! In addition, I had 2 nuts & bolts on the top edge of the front fender stay that needed something different. I carved a deco shape out of brass, then tapped it for a 5mm thread. The result gave a nice flow to the front fender and mimics the shape of the fender light. It really is jewelry!

 

[Fixedgear]

Major fan of this drop stand, fork stops, and your forming abilities!!!

Makes me want to get back in gear to make removable fork stops for original Schwinn springers.

I can still see the outlines of the Monark reflector on the rear fender. Any plans to reinstall one, or perhaps fab one of your own design? I think it would be cool to house that stand clip while also giving it a little more flex room than usual.

Thanks! Stay tuned.

 

[Fixedgear]

Complete Test Assembly: I assembled everything, dialed in the fit and rode it for about a week and put on nearly 100 miles. Everything works as it should. Time to Paint!!

 

[Fixedgear]

"Artist and Craftsman" indeed. You sir, win the bicycle internet for ambition as well. This is the most involved and well documented scratch bike build I have seen on this or any other site. Having built a few vintage replicas I have some understanding of the work involved in just a frame, but the addition of the sculpted sheet metal takes this -way- beyond... Bravo!

I appreciate your kind words.

 

[Huguenot]

I appreciate your kind words.

I notice you are in Redwood City. Had you ever interacted with the late Joe Groeger (Groeger Special Tooling) in your previous motorcycle projects?

 

[Fixedgear]

This started out as a pandemic project. In the beginning it was a simple drawing but I decided to make it a reality. My design has influences from Elgin Bluebird, Dayton Safety Streamline, Shelby Speedline Airflow, and Elgin Miss America as well as many custom builds I see on this sight. It is completely hand built. It runs with a Bosch electric assist Performance Line Speed motor running (2) 500 watt batteries. One battery is mounted upside down behind the side tank panels, the other in the rear rack. It’s mated to a Rohloff Speed Hub using a Gates Carbon Drive belt. The 14 speed rear hub has electronic shifting plugged into the Bosch motor. It's running on Schwalbe 27.5 x 2.40 650B Super-Moto tires. Paul Component Engineering supplied the mechanical brake calipers and front hub. Thanks to the help from Curtis Inglis, Jen Green, and Paul Price for helping me along the way.

I struggled a bit with color choices but ultimately circled back to my first pick. I’m glad I did because the result speaks for itself. It has a vintage flair with a modern spin.

It's a blast to ride. You can do 28 mph all day! With 1000 watt total I can get about 85 miles per charge. I'm happy with the geometry too. It handles quite well at speed, especially on those tires.

I hope you enjoyed my journey. Stay tuned because there is a lot of open road ahead!

 

[Fixedgear]

I notice you are in Redwood City. Had you ever interacted with the late Joe Groeger (Groeger Special Tooling) in your previous motorcycle projects?

Yes. He is an amazing engineer and motorcycle aficionado! I had him machine some old Triumph parts some time ago.

 

[Fixedgear]

Great idea! Outstanding work making the idea come together!!!

Thank you!

 

[ian]

Complete Test Assembly: I assembled everything, dialed in the fit and rode it for about a week and put on nearly 100 miles. Everything works as it should. Time to Paint!!
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What?!?! Paint??