The Engleson Files

In order to add a little muscle to the Lin Hai Gang fleet, the second installment was an easy choice in equipping another Yong Jiu with a 20 cc 2-stroke engine - this too is pretty standard custom for all the old guys here in China. I have named this beauty Lao Shu, or Old Rat. Getting this bike properly equipped with a motor was a bit of an ordeal but was worth every minute and kuai spent. Basically, for 500 rmb ($80) the transformation from bike to speed demon was complete. Gunning down at top speed Lao Shu can probably max out at 35-40 kph. I cannot tell you what a feeling it is to be barreling down the street with all the other blue-collared Chinese guys; I definitely feel this purchase has made my assimilation complete. Anyways, I have big plans for Lao Shu and I love booting around on it. More to come…