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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Has your old bike seen better times? If so, you probably want to modify it. You can also transform it if you want to surprise your friends. Good luck!

Steps

1. 1 Collect some old bicycles. You can take your friends' old bicycles if they are going to throw them away.
2. 2 Take apart each bike. Group all the parts together so you have a lot of bike components. Wheels are usually secured with two sets of bolts, nuts and washers per axle, although some racing bikes are equipped with a lever mount. The seat may rust and may be difficult to remove. The handlebars are usually secured with a special bolt or washer, which makes the removal process a little more difficult.
3. 3 Find the best frame available and use it.
4. 4 Select the carriage. The carriage is what the pedals are attached to. The smaller the rear wheel, the shorter the carriage. Removing the carriage may seem daunting at first, but it can be done. First, you need to remove the parts on the sides of the carriage that secure it. There are bearings inside, do not lose them. You will need to remove the pedals first before removing the carriage.
5. 5 Use wheels of different sizes! The small rear wheel matches the large front wheel in an interesting way. But it should not be forgotten that this combination will affect the speed, stability and handling of the bike. Using a smaller rear wheel than the frame requires will render the rear brakes useless, but you can adjust the foot brake. For the front wheel, you can change the fork if it fits the tube. Do not put on a set of wheels that will cause you to lose control or make it impossible to climb a hill.
6. 6 Use a handlebar that is not compatible with the frame, be creative (for example, a tall handlebar on a mountain bike frame, or a BMX handlebar on a mountain bike frame, etc.)NS.). the steering wheel shifter may be firm, but on newer models, the gear changes with little effort. If you are using a mountain bike handlebar on a different type of frame, you can remove the gear derailleur as unnecessary.
7. 7 Place the seat that is most comfortable for you.
8. 8 Color the bike. Use spray cans to paint the frame and steering wheel. Do this before assembling your bike. Watch out for paint fumes.

Tips

• Store all small parts in one place.
• Landfills can be a good place to find old bicycles.
• Make sure all the pieces fit together. Collecting your bike doesn't make sense if the parts have different attachments.
• An oxygen cutter can be used to separate bike parts.
• You can use the leftover parts to build another bike.
• Treat the process with an open mind.
• Add some old school style by placing a tennis ball between the spokes, which was unusual in the past. Although you can damage the wheels.

Warnings

• If you are driving at night, attach a flashlight and reflectors.
• Do not inhale paint fumes when painting your bike.
• do not use old and worn bike parts. This can cause injury.
• Upgrading your bike will void your warranty.

What do you need

• 2-3 old bicycles
• Spray paint