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Frame#2 The Little Tyke (Page 27)
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Frame#1 The Little Stretch (Page 6)
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INTRODUCTION
• Research the necessary cost & tools required to start this project. It
would be a disappointment to start but never finish. Keep in mind that
you could rent or have the more complex work done for you if you do
not have the experience or the tools. Get written quotes for material
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and labor. This will help protect you from being overcharged.
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Tools Required
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• Tube bender
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• Welder, (I use a small Lincoln 135t portable welder)
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• Drill
• Wrenches, sockets, grinder, screwdrivers, hole saw, etc.
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Where to Begin
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• I started by building the frame, bending the necessary tubes to create the main
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frame and the handlebars. I used the details I have provided to make these parts. I
tack-welded the frame only until I had the complete mini bike built. I wanted to
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be sure the position of the handlebars; foot pegs and seat fit my nephew.
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Make sure the engine and clutch are aligned straight with the rear sprocket. This
is critical to smooth operation.
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• Make sure the rear tire is also aligned straight. I used a make-shift wooden jig to
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hold the frame while I measured to ensure the axel bolt was in the right position. I
drilled the holes first, then using clamps, positioned them in the right position
before tack welding.
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• Do not allow any pre-test runs before the brakes have been added. I have seen a
few minor spills that could have been much worse because the bike was ridden
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• Have all worked checked by a professional. Good welds are vital to safety!
• Measure twice - cut once. Be safe!!!!! I miscalculated a few times and had to go
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back for more tube. I found out that it is a heck of a lot more expensive when you
only buy in small quantities. Quite often the cut charge is more than the piece you
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Helpful Hints
Plan, Plan, Plan - Building on the fly is fun but can be costly! Take
the time to understand the project, the materials and the total cost.
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Good professional welds are important!! Do not compromise
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safety!!!!!
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When welding the frame, tack it first!!!! You may want to change
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the frame to fit your needs and a tack can be easily removed!
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Build the jig; it is well worth the extra time. It will ensure the
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frame is straight and accurate
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Ebay has some great deals!!!!!!!!!!!! Shop around for the best
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prices!
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Be sure you have brakes! Resist the temptation of that first ride
unless the bike is complete.
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Take your time!! Do not cut corners!! You will end up with a
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Be sure you know how to operate the required tools. If you don’t,
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Front gusset See detail Yes Online links
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6. Jack shaft hangers See page Yes Online links
7. Fender supports See page Yes Online links
8. Fender mount brackets See page Yes Online links
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Front End Bill Of Material
9. Front tire mount brackets See detail Could be either Online links
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10. Front fork tubes See front end B.O.M Yes Online links
11. Triple Trees See detail Could be either Online links
12. Steering Bolt 3\4- 10nc x 6” long Yes Online links
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13. Handle bar risers See detail Could be either Online links
14. Handle bars See detail Could be either Online links
15. Front tire assembly 16" or 20" See page Yes Online links
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Engine Drive Train Bill of Material
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18. 3.5hp - 6h.p side shaft engine I used a 5hp Tecumseh Yes Online links
19. Option #1 standard clutch & jack See page Yes Online links
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shaft set-up
20. Option #2 belt driven torque- See page Yes Online links
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converter set-up
21. Chain length to suit option 1 or 2 See page Yes Online links
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15-6.00-6.00 for medium tire frame
27. Rear Rim 4 bolt See page Yes Online links
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Mini Chopper #1 The Little Stretch
MEDIUM TIRE FRAME SERIES
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ENGINE SIZE 2-6.5 HP
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Suitable for riders who may want to convert their conventional mini bike into a mini bike
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chopper .If you have never rode a stretched-out mini bike, you might be better off
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moving on to the next frame - “The Little Tyke”
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“Riding mini bikes with stretched-out forks requires skill and balance. Learn the basics
on a conventional mini bike before graduating to a chopper”
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Medium Tire Frame Bill Of Material
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FRAME B.O.M
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FRAME DETAIL #3
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FRAME DETAIL #4
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FRAME DETAIL #9
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• Use plate steel 3\16” thick
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• These can also be purchased on my website minichopperplans.com
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• When your frame is complete and you are happy with the angles and the position
of the forks, be sure to add frame gussets. You can use a cardboard template and
make a mock gusset and then trace it onto your plate steel.
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Clamp or screw axel hangers in position, then tack weld
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1. Begin by tack welding the lower frame rails, foot rest and rear support. The
position of the rear support is dependant on the size of your rear tire. I also use it
to hold the rear fender. Only tack weld these pieces !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You
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Suitable for young riders and smaller engine sizes (2hp to 6.5hp).
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One of the benefits of a frame this size is the availability of parts. Most of these parts can
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be purchased from a go-kart or mini-bike parts supplier. This is a great frame for younger
riders because the forks are not as stretched-out as other models.
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A GREAT
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FRAME DETAIL #5
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FRAME DETAIL #6
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FRAME DETAIL #7
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FORK DETAILS
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NOT SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS
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FRAME B.O.M
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FRAME DETAIL #2
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FRAME DETAIL #5
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(See 3D View for more info)
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FRAME DETAIL #7
Tube length 23.0”, Diameter 1.0”, Wall thickness .083”
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FRAME DETAIL #8
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FRAME DETAIL #9
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• Two notches required
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ENGINE MOUNT PLATE
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When your frame is complete and you are happy with the angles and the position of the
forks, be sure to add frame gussets. You can use a cardboard template and make a mock
gusset and then trace it onto your plate steel.
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Clamp or screw axel hangers in position, then tack weld
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Finish the frame by measuring to be sure the frame details are in their
proper position
Begin by tack welding the lower frame rails, foot rest and rear support. The position of
the rear support is dependant on the size of your rear tire. I also use it to hold the rear
fender. Only tack weld these pieces !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You may run into
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problems and find you would like to move some of the frame parts !!!!!!!!!
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ENGINE SIZE 2-9 HP
NOT SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS
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“Riding mini bikes with stretched out forks requires skill and balance. Learn the basics
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FRAME DETAIL #1
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FRAME DETAIL #2
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FRAME DETAIL #3
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FRAME DETAIL #5
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Engine Plate Detail
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Frame Profile
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Mini Chopper #5
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WIDE TIRE FRAME SERIES
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REAR TIRE SIZE 18.5 X 8.5 –8 OR 205-50-10
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FRONT TIRE 20” BICYCLE
ENGINE SIZE 2-9 HP
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Use clamps to align the frame and make sure all the frame pieces are square
Only tack weld the frame first! You may want to make a change later
Measure and Measure! Make sure the frame pieces are in the proper location!
Detail #4 & #6 will mount as shown, these will hold the jack shaft
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FRAME DETAIL #1
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FRAME DETAIL #7
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Detail #8 & #9
• For this detail use a 1” Diameter, .083” Wall D.O.M Tube, 10 3/8” long
• Make one bend & two notches
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MEDIUM AND WIDE TIRE
FRAMES
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DETAIL #1
• Tube length 20 ”, Diameter 7/8”, Wall thickness .083”
• Two bends required, bend radii is 3.5”
BE SURE TO USE 7\8” DIAMETER TUBE FOR YOUR HANDLE BARS, THIS IS
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TOUGHER TIME FINDING LEVERS
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• The most common steering neck is a 1 5\8”, .120”wall piece of D.O.M tube” (this
will require two bearings to be pressed-in). This is the best way to go!
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FRAME DETAIL #6
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notches on the other frame components.
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The above picture shows a jack shaft set-up, which has been used to
redirect power to the opposite side of the bike. To mount a jackshaft
you must weld two jackshaft mounting tabs to the frame. See the
following page.
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For the chain to clear the frame you will need to mount the
jackshaft mount tabs above the base of the frame
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If you choose to use a torque converter set-up you will need to add a
roller. I used a roller from a two-stroke dirt bike and mounted a small
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bracket to the frame. This will act as a support and guide to the chain
and keep it from rubbing on the frame.
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Rear Brakes
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mounted to the frame. There are other options such as hydraulic disc brake
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The rotary brand mechanical brake as shown above is one of the best
mechanical brakes available.
You can dress up your chopper with a tricked-out hydraulic brake system. The
rear disc brake can be easily mounted using two bolts as shown below. The pedal
assembly will mount the same way.
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Clutch Band
Clutch Band: This style of brake is common on mini bikes.
Using an angle iron bracket, it rides on the clutch. As the brake
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sprocket. This unit can be mounted by making a custom
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Here are a few screen shots of my tricked-out foot pegs. I wanted a look that was a little
different and was quite pleased with the results.
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• Make a seat frame with 2 pieces of plywood cut to fit your frame.
• Glue high density foam to the plywood
• Then cover with leather, vinyl or any material you choose
• Staple the covering to the wood
• Hot-glue a piece of felt to hide the wood and staples
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• If old school is the look you are after, try adding a solo seat and a set
of ape hanger handlebars
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• This is when you will want to be sure your engine fits correctly.
• Also be sure your rear tire has enough clearance.
• If you are using a rear disc brake, be sure the width of the frame is adequate.
• Also check for proper alignment from the rear sprocket to the front drive sprocket.
• I use a long straight edge to be sure they are straight.
This is a good time to position the engine mount plate and holes.
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