A fair criticism: this book was written before the explosion of cheap electric hub motors. Does an "Evil Genius" still need to mess with 2-stroke oil and pull-starts?
is a comprehensive guide by Brad Graham and Kathy McGowan that teaches DIY enthusiasts how to transform old bicycles and scooters into radical, functional custom vehicles. Published as part of the popular Evil Genius series by McGraw Hill , this book is designed for "garage hackers" who want to build anything from electric scooters to extreme chopper trikes using basic tools and recycled parts. Key Themes and Philosophy Bike- Scooter- and Chopper Projects for the Evil Genius.pdf