Robert
From Somewhere, USA
November 7th, 2006
Product reviewed: Golden
Eagle Red Max 25.4cc
Zenoah
Make/Model of bike: 2006
Giant Boulder
Accessories: Topeak MTX
EX rack and bag,
Cat Eye
Enduro 8 cyclocomputer,
NightRider Classic
Select 25w dual headlight,
Topeak Defender,
Side mirrors, brake/turn
signal lights.
Use: Commuting
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After owning the Red Max engine for a few
months, It is time I submitted
a review.
Before I purchased anything, I did a lot
of research, not only on the engine but on
all accessories as well. [Go to www.mtbr.com
for reviews on all products relating to cycling]
I recommend to all beginners: DO YOUR RESEARCH!
Know all you can about maintaining and caring
for your bike and learn how to do these things
for yourself. Not only do you benefit by
learning new things but it will save you
a lot of money. But, the main reason for
learning these things is … Without the bike,
all you will have is a weed eater! Now for
the review………
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I use my bike, mainly, for commuting to work.
This setup Is Great! I have never enjoyed
a bike as much as I do now. When I first
mentioned to people that I was going to do
this, they all laughed and dismissed it as
nothing more than a child's toy. You should
have seen their faces as I flew pass them
on my bike.
I installed the engine on a 2006 Giant Boulder
in about 45 mins. The bike is a steel frame
hard tail with front suspension. I was told
that the steel frame would better handle
the engine vibrations. {Side note: I purchased
my bike from a local bike shop and I am glad
I did as oppose to getting an off the rack
bike from Wal-Mart. For one thing, I know
my bike was setup by people who love cycling
and have more experience and not by a stock
clerk. Plus, I get all adjustments free for
a year.} Unless you have a lot of experience
cycling and/or build/repair bikes, it would
probably be a better route for a newbie.
No matter where you get your bike, just make
sure it has been properly setup.
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I did, however, have trouble
getting the
belt to track down the
center of the gear.
This is critical for getting
top performance
out the engine. After some
tweaking and advice
from Dennis, It is all
well. Top speed (level
ground) is 32mph with 180mpg.
I am told that
the mpg will improve after
the break-in period.
Other than the belt, I
have had no problems
with the engine and look
forward to riding
my bike for many years
to come.
In closing, I would highly
encourage anyone
in the market for a bike
engine, to get the
Golden Eagle Red Max Zenoah.
Thanks to Julia and Dennis
for a great product
and all of their support.
Sincerely,
Robert S. |
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