How to assemble a bike with your own hands: from theory to practice + video

In general, it is no secret to anyone that as a prototype car Karl Benz I used a bike frame. The question is how to assemble a bicycle with your own hands, can occur in two cases. Both if you need to save money, and if you want to make a non-standard model.

If you want to start somewhere and design vehicles, we recommend starting with bicycles. Then you can compete with Christian Koenigsegg in the creation of hypercars or assemble exclusive bike models. They can be made from available spare parts or parts. Assembling a bike is relatively difficult and quite accessible even without experience. Spare parts can be made independently and purchased.

Many will say: "Why is this necessary, if you can take a constructor and assemble a non-standard model." And this is also correct. We suggest that you approach the issue creatively, and then decide on further goals. So, how to assemble a bicycle with your own hands? You need to start with the design and study of the principles of movement. Interest in what other people have developed is often part of the success. AT video we only show some of the possibilities. Check out our section to see what's new.

Bicycle design

Reinventing the wheel is considered a stupid task, but it is worth shifting the angle of view to look at the issue from a different perspective. This type of transport still remains relevant today. You can change its design, use additional devices. They will make your daily commute more enjoyable and comfortable. Watch the video to make yourself want to do the same.

A good bike is expensive by today's standards. The cost is approximately $1100. So the purchase of a starter kit for assembly, for example, for 3400 UAH, will be a good start. You can choose a simpler option - disassemble and improve a cheap model, as shown in the video. Or purchase a ready-made assembly kit known as Sandwichbikes.

We consider the design on the example of a mountain bike, without emphasizing the design differences - it is shown in Figure 1. This is another topic for conversation, which we will definitely touch on. A disassembled bike clearly demonstrates what parts the vehicle consists of. The main supporting structure is the frame. It can be of different design and made of different materials.

Usually it is made of steel or aluminum pipe, but it can be a composite material, plastic or even wood. It is worth recalling that bicycles were first made of wood, then of metal. Already in our time, they can be made from parts printed using a 3D printer. But you need to start with a traditional design, mastering 3D modeling at the same time, embodying your ideas in drawings and drawings.

Transmission

The basic element of a bicycle is the transmission. With its help, the force is transmitted from the pedals to the rear and front wheels by means of a chain drive. This is achieved with the help of connecting rods, pedals and carriages are attached to them.

The front sprockets are also attached to the connecting rod, with the help of which power is transmitted to the drive wheel. The front and rear stars, in turn, are connected by a chain. The transmission allows you to control the speed, and some devices allow you to change gears. That is, this unit works similarly to car parts. Moreover, any classic bicycle is, in terms of motorists, a rear-wheel drive vehicle.

The main task of the developer is to transfer maximum power to the wheels with minimal effort when pedaling. If this is not fully feasible in practice, then an electric drive is practiced. But the goals can be achieved with the help of design features.

The designer bike in the photo is made of bamboo stalks. It could also be a tree. But structurally and in terms of the complexity of the transmission, it is quite simple to implement. You can also make a classic design, designed to be made of metal. Please note that the bearing element in its appearance depends on the material from which it is made. Some designers prefer to work with plywood when making a frame. Moreover, the features of this material affect the design and fastening.

Drawings of bicycles for self-assembly

Before assembling a bicycle with your own hands, you need to decide on the material of manufacture and design. As a starting point, you will need type drawings of bicycles. We offer several examples of designs with dimensions. They will make bike assembly easier and pick up parts.

Safe design

It seems that the concept of ergonomics is inherent only in modern versions and sports bikes. In part, this is true. But even with the first attempts to develop your own bicycle transport, it does not hurt to understand ergonomics in detail. Since improper design can lead to damage to the joints. Especially for people who spend a lot of time behind a bicycle wheel or who are older.

Assembling a bicycle by example

In the video you will see the assembly process, and how to assemble a modern bike from spare parts. This will be a good material when you decide to build a bike with your own hands.

Editor's note: cycling is trendy

Cycling is a very important part of European and Dutch culture. The tradition has evolved over the course of a century. However, affordable models have recently disappeared from the streets. This is due to the labor intensity of production and the transfer of production to Southeast Asia. But tradition is tradition.

To encourage you to create your bike design projects, here is an impressive graduation project from Eindhoven Design Academy graduate Bob Schiller. This piece of engineering art has a name Epo. The main goal of the developer, in his opinion, is the need to revive the local industry and return production to the Netherlands. Assembling bicycles for Europe will be very profitable.

Many professionals have deeply enjoyed the design and ambition that earned Bob Schiller the Keep an Eye Grant. The designer borrowed ideas from cars, copying components and parts. Epo is made from sheets of aluminum pressed and soldered together. This results in a lightweight and durable construction.

In many modern cities, the bicycle remains a means of transportation. In London - the fashion capital of the world - big investments are being made in cycling infrastructure. So cycling will remain our reality for a long time to come.

We encourage our readers to enjoy and see what a great bike build is all about.

Photo from the site: www.anothersomething.org.