Hobbyist builds a whole motorbike with online parts for £500
A lifelong motorsports enthusiast, Hart has assembled the pint-sized powerhouse using budget parts. The bike is fully operational and capable of tackling rough terrain. Hart, who rides it on private land, says the project proves that innovation doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag.
He said that around 80% of the components used in the build were sourced through Temu – including throttle cables, tyres, and other key mechanical parts.
Hart spent just £500 on the entire bike, taking cues from similar builds he'd seen from American hobbyists. 'It was mostly trial and error,' he said. 'I didn't have a detailed plan - just an idea of the MX style I was going for.'
According to research, 93% of UK adults are considering taking on a DIY project this year, a trend accelerated by the accessibility of online marketplaces and a growing appetite for hands-on hobbies. The UK DIY market is now worth more than £7.42 billion, according to recent data
The build has become an example of how online marketplaces are reshaping the DIY landscape. While traditionally such projects might have required visits to speciality shops or automotive suppliers, Hart's experience highlights how accessible complex mechanical builds have become.
Hart says he did shop around, but many of the parts he needed were already being linked back to Temu in search results. 'It was convenient having everything in one place,' he said.
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