Introduction: Xtracycle Stationary Bike Stand - for Less
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About: Fat, old, and nearly bald, Pat O'Briant bumbled his way through an aeronautical engineering degree at an enormous state university which fortunately had an open admissions policy. I've spent the last 28 years …
The folks at Xtracycle http://www.xtracycle.com/sell a marvelous add on kit that turns an ordinary bike into a super cargo carrier. The Xtracycle (especially with an add on electric assist) can transport kids, kayaks, and kegs http://www.xtracyclegallery.com/. It can also be modified as a stationary power generator and stationary smoothie maker https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-a-human-powered-bike-blender-for-les/ and http://www.rockthebike.com/fender-blender-xtracycle/ .
First go stationary - if money is no issue
Xtracycle sells a $150 kickback or a $350 rolling jackass centerstand http://www.xtracycle.com/cargo-bicycles/xtracycle-cargo-accessories/kick-stands.html . Both are probably great but a bit over my desired price range.
For the rest
Home Depot sells 10 ft section of 3/4" (inside diameter) steel electrical conduit pipe for $4.05. The old style quill stems are a perfect fit for the Xtracycle center tube and the result is an easy on/off rock solid platform stand.
First go stationary - if money is no issue
Xtracycle sells a $150 kickback or a $350 rolling jackass centerstand http://www.xtracycle.com/cargo-bicycles/xtracycle-cargo-accessories/kick-stands.html . Both are probably great but a bit over my desired price range.
For the rest
Home Depot sells 10 ft section of 3/4" (inside diameter) steel electrical conduit pipe for $4.05. The old style quill stems are a perfect fit for the Xtracycle center tube and the result is an easy on/off rock solid platform stand.
Step 1: Parts and Layout
Parts
Quantity 1 - Steel electrical conduit 10 ft x 3/4" (inside diameter) ($4.05 - Home Depot / Lowes)
Quantity 2 - Steel quill 1" bike stem (used preferable) but available new at Amazon or Niagra Cycle Works
http://www.niagaracycle.com/product_info.php?products_id=12078
http://www.amazon.com/Wald-Steel-Quill-25-4mm-Chrome/dp/B000A6K6MG/ref=sr_1_21?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1335718293&sr=1-21 ($5.40 each)
Quantity 4 - Rubber chair leg tips 7/8" package of 4 - ($1.79 Home Depot)
Tools
3/4" Conduit Bending tool
Hacksaw
Wrench
tape measure
1) Layout your design size on paper
2) Cut two 3 foot sections of pipe
3) Mount each quill stem to the center of the pipe
Quantity 1 - Steel electrical conduit 10 ft x 3/4" (inside diameter) ($4.05 - Home Depot / Lowes)
Quantity 2 - Steel quill 1" bike stem (used preferable) but available new at Amazon or Niagra Cycle Works
http://www.niagaracycle.com/product_info.php?products_id=12078
http://www.amazon.com/Wald-Steel-Quill-25-4mm-Chrome/dp/B000A6K6MG/ref=sr_1_21?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1335718293&sr=1-21 ($5.40 each)
Quantity 4 - Rubber chair leg tips 7/8" package of 4 - ($1.79 Home Depot)
Tools
3/4" Conduit Bending tool
Hacksaw
Wrench
tape measure
1) Layout your design size on paper
2) Cut two 3 foot sections of pipe
3) Mount each quill stem to the center of the pipe
Step 2: Bend and Measure to Height
1) Bend the pipe to the desired shape.
2) Check the height on the Xtracycle - Insure the rear wheel is lifted.
2) Check the height on the Xtracycle - Insure the rear wheel is lifted.
Step 3: Trim and Cap
1) Use the hacksaw to trim each end to fit.
2) Attach the rubber end caps
3) Tighten the quill stem to the conduit pipe. Use a piece of shim (aluminum roof flashing works well) if necessary. Drill and insert a screw through the quill / conduit to keep the pipe from twisting.
2) Attach the rubber end caps
3) Tighten the quill stem to the conduit pipe. Use a piece of shim (aluminum roof flashing works well) if necessary. Drill and insert a screw through the quill / conduit to keep the pipe from twisting.
Step 4: Mount to Xtracycle Bike
1) Push the quills into the Xtracycle center tube
2) Tighten the quill center
2) Tighten the quill center