$100 Barn Find Mini Bike Hasn't Ran in 20+ Years (RARE FIND?)

I buy a $100 minibike that hasn't ran in over 20 years. #Minibike, #Fix, #Rare,
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[@michaelbrinks8089]

Dude, you should fix it up & ride it with a buddy to Aspen Colorado in the middle of winter. I'm sure it can hold 2 adults if you try.

[@2vintage]

Haha

[@JamieR74]

Even better do it wearing brown n blue tux’s.

[@timothykelly5588]

you could get 70 mpg on that hog@@2vintage

[@vincenta.6168]

Dumb and dumber reference 😂😂😂

[@michaelbrinks8089]

@@vincenta.6168 A couple people on YT actually did reenactments. To see if 2 people could actually ride a mini bike from Nebraska where they started to Aspen 😂 😂

[@muddyroads4354]

Clean the magnet on the flywheel and clean the coil pickups

[@henrimcgowan5589]

Drives me crazy when you start working on something super crusty and don't pressure wash it first

[@stanm9396]

I don’t understand it other than he likes playing in the dirt. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@shittygitty71]

Usually doesn’t bug me but damn this thing was dirty/oily/crusty

[@colinlogan4879]

Same drives me nuts... start with a clean machine/engine

[@jerrywilcox9890]

Don't need to wash it.

[@jerrywilcox9890]

​@shittygitty71 so if it is doesn't bug him so that's all that matters.

[@hawkeyejohnny968]

There’s probably thousands of these mini bikes laying in barns. I have one complete Honda 50 in my basement along with a spare motor and parts from others. This video gave me the inspiration to make it rideable again for my grandson.

[@ZepHoffman]

you can do it! good luck

[@travissisk3860]

I ll never understand why these shows dont CLEAN THE PROJECT FIRST! I love watching this kid work tho - always has a positive outlook

[@mlindsay527]

+1 If nothing else, to keep the dirt out of the engine.

[@COlson-rh3dg]

You could buy a pressure washer and have your own show.

[@richardstone5241]

I have used Marvel Mystery Oil for years. IT WORKS! Great channel and I have learned so much from you. Thank you!

[@MusicSensations1971]

When cleaning points I would use contact cleaner does not leave any oily residue behind which can attract dust dirt and grime and contaminate the points in the contacts yet again WD-40 leaves a little bit of a oily residue behind

[@That1E_K1129]

Idk about anyone else here, but i crack more smiles riding my minis than my big bikes. I cant not have one in my collection. They are a must have. 👍

[@danielsadventures3376]

Hey when you were testing the compression and it said 60 psi that's how it's supposed to be from the factory. It's got a compression release you would have to spin the engine over with a drill to get the true compression number. Also should replace that clutch before buying anything else.

[@thomasjarosz7406]

2 Vintage, Mustie 1 here on KZbin fixed one very like that bike. I remember watching that fix. God Bless

[@davidmcgahan5328]

Brings back memories of my mini bike when I was little my grandmother bought it for me. That was my first then grandma got me a yamaha 60.then a yz125,then a yz250,then a tt500. Grandma was the greatest.

[@phillmitchelllpool2092]

Loved the end with the wild cooking should do more of them 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@singplumb]

Back in the mid 60’s, my friends and I all had homemade mini bikes. We’d get a frame, used of course, and created our bikes. One of the guys father bought him a brand new Rupp mini bike. Your bike reminds me of that. It blew all of our “homemade” bikes away. Great times

[@michaelmack1966]

I had one too in the early 70’s. I probably put 5000 miles on it lol! Great simple times.

[@Shuuuuuuura]

Nice cooking segment, great addition 👍

[@trentherring5640]

My favorite part was the deer backstraps. Cool little mini bike.

[@ngblunden]

Oh yes Joe ,what a great end to a video ,A bit of Rustic Campfire Cooking ,i want to see more please .Thank's Joe

[@michaelmack1966]

Back in the day when I was a kid we used to clean and polish points with an emery board.

[@supercrew63]

Me too don't know why none of the revival guys don't use them super cheap and effective.

[@darrenstockton9595]

Me to emery always did the trick

[@That1E_K1129]

I still do that. 😂 works a treat on mower engines.

[@msaul85]

The only thing about his techniques are scraping screwdrivers on metal. He does it on the points, on carb bowls, etc. makes me cringe every time 😂

[@PoppinWheeliez]

Best part is when Joe Cleans the bikes before he works on them, so no dirt falls into the engine.

[@worthington3637]

And washes his hands before cooking.

[@finkster7983]

For sure that is the Joe trademark hec thoroughly washes every bike he repairs especially when he opens up a bottom end

[@ShotgunSsergio]

definitely wasn't expecting a cooking show at the end...niceeeeee

[@buddywoodward1994]

BROUGHT BACK CHILDHOOD MEMORIES, I HAD A PIECES AND PARTS MINIBIKE. . I REMEMBER ALWAYS BUYING NEW CHEAP CLUTCHES.

[@frostypreppersk3593]

That's the Dumb and Dumber hog! Worth thousands!

[@andersbacklund6224]

gotta wash off those pee stains first

[@HDMann292]

lol

[@pdub9925]

No it not. Totally different bike

[@frostypreppersk3593]

@pdub9925 yeah we know. That was this thing called "humor"

[@bowfishinguru]

Got room for 1 more if ya still wanna go to Aspen!

[@keithdixon3913]

Hi Joe we used to bore the cylinders out and put oversized pistons in. did not know you were a hunter and fisherman

[@IanScottJohnston]

Definition of a safe biker......even in his back yard, he looked over his left shoulder pulling away. The good old life-saver in action.

[@danieljleeman]

Adding the cooking over a camp fire with a sweet shelter was a nice touch. Also liked the venison. Thanks. Keep up the good engine work. Love it. Dan

[@coryderosier6328]

Gotta say joe, i been liking seeing you catch up on other projects when you cant get one done and this one is pretty awesome doing the cooking!

[@RealSuburbanCowboy]

It's a cooking channel now, LOVE IT! I like the lean to you built. Looks like you had a fun day.

[@jimcobb9547]

That is the neatest little bike. I have a 1982 Honda z50r that I’ve had for a long time. It was my daughter’s first bike and now I’m fixing it up for my granddaughter. They are definitely timeless little bikes

[@thebigguy8306]

LOVE IT, what a fun little project. Instead of safety glasses, just squint? Mmm, I can smell the wood fire - thinking camping. 49:10 hate to say it..... Now we're cooking! This is reminding of the MAV channel or SeekOne

[@leedimatteo5078]

the cooking at the end made me real hungry, looked delicious!!

[@HoldFastLife]

Another great video. Have done a lot of repairs on my dirt bikes since coming into your channel. Just liked to say, thanks! Keep’em coming.

[@krystallindsey0087]

Love all of your videos and definitely enjoyed your cook out! Thank you for the content and hard work, your channel has taught me tons and given me confidence to diagnose and do bike work. I'm nowhere near your level, but love to learn!

[@manaaalsuwaidi3643]

I liked the little camping action / cooking part in this video! So chill and relaxing! I like to watch camping videos in addition to bikes/cars wrenching videos! That Honda monkey could have used a little pressure washing! I say fix it and have fun with that little pocket bike! 👌🏻👌🏻 Greetings from Dubai 👋🏻😊

[@Gangstercub]

Finally you riding something that dosent scare the crap outa u.

[@petemartus6712]

I'm 66 and I've been working on small engines all my liife.pull the piston, make sure it's good.hone the cylinder install new rings and you'll been good to go.like one guy was saying that minibike is a fortune.dont use a H,F. Engine. You can get that Briggs to run pretty fast.

[@mlindsay527]

A quite unexpected ending to a vintage minibike video;). You should do a dirt bike camping outing video. As well as a video on what you would bring for a dirt bike/ATV/snow mobile field repair kit.

[@oldwhitecracker6342]

Same here on the wash ! To each his own 😊 it beats me how you have so much knowledge ? Great camp cook 😊 at 75 I just thought I was good at small engine repairs 😮

[@matthewmcallister8845]

Kind of looks like a Z50 chassis with a different motor in it. I had a 77 z50 that looked alot like that.

[@stevewoods7237]

exactly what I was thinking.

[@blackcatpgh13]

yeah, looks like someone had a roller mini trail and heavily modified the frame for a jackshaft. Those handlebars are definitely mini trail

[@LuckyYolo]

yeah same tires and head light and every thing...

[@MiniBikeMike]

I believe it’s a Gemini SST frame.

[@DblK-BMorphs]

A 3 in one video, nice! Enjoyed it, Joe!

[@sadik5945]

Yess. Finally a minibike.

[@CC-en2lj]

Enjoying these multiple project videos!

[@DealinDmg]

A bit of Mini bike repairs mixed with outdoor survival shelter/cooking😂😂. Theres no other content online better then this channel.

[@indianachrisUDX1313]

Nice Job! What happens is: the Cam Lobes wear down and it closes up the Gap! By the way, please try pouring Oil Bottles @ 180 degrees from they way you do it. Just a tip it allows the air to escape and won't be doing the Blurp-Blurp on ya. Love all your videos!

[@james-xs3yt]

Finally someone said it

[@indianachrisUDX1313]

Ya Know, I just didn't want to! LOL@@james-xs3yt

[@JyveKilla]

worn cam lobes increases clearance if anything. it often doesnt change the clearance much, just decreases lift

[@indianachrisUDX1313]

I would be curious as to what would cause the clearance to decrease? Was it like that from the factory then?@@JyveKilla

[@JyveKilla]

@@indianachrisUDX1313 the valves receding into the seats with wear.

[@ste1872]

I remember doing this when I was 15 & having to do this at a mechanics club and doing it by hand on a car engine valves we weren't allowed to use the drill to do it either but it was great learning these things 💯👍🏻

[@speertownspecials]

What are we doing big guy lol. Bushcraft with charcoal fluid and shelter deer. Love it lol

[@barrysoper9183]

Cool, love the cooking segment!

[@lead5s]

ive been waiting on you to do a mini bike, hope you get it all fixed up. and the back strap and veggies was the icing on it. really good video man

[@namngothe2060]

This video inspired me to rebuild a drivable car for my nephew. I really like this video.

[@kalaharimine]

Sounds like my B&S lawnmower but with 50% less power. Interesting side valve engine and project. Loved the outdoor cook-up 👍🏻

[@cjl990]

Just a suggestion. Glue a strong magnet on the back of your compression tester gauge. It'll stay put for you.

[@ROTV-DanLockhart]

Cooking with Joe! Who woulda thought? Seems like a 5hp Briggs and Stratton motor should be easy to find? Thanks for this video, Joe. Well done (actually it looked medium rare).

[@kgol4686]

That mini bike is a 1970 ramjet it would have had 4hp Tecumseh engine on it there's another model too that's called a trailjet but I'm very positive that it's a ramjet 1970 and I'm 💯 percent positive cool little bike I actually own but mine was blue

[@mlindsay527]

Nice. I was thinking Fox, but I don’t have any experience with vintage minis.

[@travisa4908]

Was not expecting a mini bike video to turn into a cooking show. Haha

[@darrellroeters4951]

Why not pressure wash before working on?

[@wisecampmotorcycles8258]

Lazy

[@jakeslouw3416]

That looks like an Aermacchi Harley-Davidson X-90 Shorster that has had a Briggs&Stratton conversion. Pity it isn't original.

[@michaelb.42112]

Likewise, I would've LOVED to have this in 6th grade, but in 7th grade in 1982 I saved my paper route money to buy a Yamaha Trail 70, then a Honda CR80. This mini bike is so cool and I LOVE the revival of pull start bikes in 2024.

[@just_in_time5518]

Love this different content at the end of your videos and finishing up other projects. Keep up the great hard work Joe!

[@92xl]

Old Bushcraft Joe out there boy scoutin it!

[@stevenlapierre1742]

Man, I really enjoy your videos. Good work.

[@user-uu8uk5oo4o]

Tight valves. 😂no

[@user-uu8uk5oo4o]

The valves do not need lapping or it would not run that good😂

[@user-uu8uk5oo4o]

He has a feeling the intake will be tight he will f*** around with it and then say he fixed it he's no mechanic he just knows how to f*** with stuff

[@moreplsjr3274]

Loved the cooking at the end!🎉

[@NinjaNeglector]

I agree with the diagnosis man it needs an upper end rebuild at the very least piston and rings and a good hone I’m sure ya could get at least 100 out of it after that and should make decent power and if ya grabbed a new clutch too would be icing on the cake man those lil bikes go for decent money here so it’s worth it to fix

[@leosweeney7955]

Check with Cars and Cameras or Go Power Sports! They might be able to give you some input!!

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

I'm oddly hooked on your videos...they are exceptionally well done and I'm continually impressed with your mechanical, AND diagnostic skills. The only thing I wish for was better video titles when you start a project on one video, and finish it on another (sometimes a month or more later). This is especially problematic when I'm watching older videos. I have to scroll through looking at thumbnails to see IF you've released the second/completing video... Anyway, love the channel!

[@rockman49er]

Hit the bell and you'll get notified when it's uploaded I never miss anything 💯

[@adriantowe278]

I agree I am also addicted I wish I could find the 2nd video to the first ones

[@jamiegeise7496]

Nope. Bonanza used a split cradle frame.

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

@@jamiegeise7496 I've removed my guess...appreciate your expertise.

[@butchfritz5378]

Thanks for another great video Joe, loved the cook out too!!

[@Eyepealer]

Bikes and deer meat! Can’t get any better than that. Nice work!

[@crosswired2145]

Bud, you need a power washer!

[@zerozero6265]

He has one just doesn't use it 😂

[@jaredpeterson380]

And some type of lift so you don't have to stand on your head to work.

[@joeweber1575]

I bought him a lift for xmas

[@BA0701]

My wife, may she RIP, and I used to cook up fresh venison, exactly like that. Mixed with some camp potatoes (potatoes, green peppers, onions, and a ton of butter, wrapped in aluminum foil and set over the fire), and you have yourself a meal fit for a king. Oh, how I miss those days.

[@theshirehighlander7292]

Sorry for your loss buddy. You can still eat the fresh venison in her remembrance..

[@TruckingCarsL48]

@@theshirehighlander7292 So... in loving memory of his wife losing her life HE SHOULD TAKE ANOTHER'S' LIFE and EAT THE BODY?????? Actually I love venison but it was a weird picture you painted...lovingly

[@theshirehighlander7292]

@@TruckingCarsL48 haha English is a third language. I hope he understands I meant well.

[@TruckingCarsL48]

@@theshirehighlander7292 I live in the USA and for most people here English is a third language.

[@michaelb.42112]

Sorry man, that sucks.

[@seantwin4327]

Thats a neat little bike. I would definitely go with another little b and s engine to stay with the theme. The brute looks great,looks like its tires need refreshing. I definitely recommend bighorns or a close copy. I had them before and great all around tire. Love all the projects you do. Wish i have access to more projects like that.

[@chrisduran8416]

That was an awesome video Joe . That cook out looked really good .

[@BrandonLund]

Dude, I don't know how you do it...multiple builds every week. Your a hard working man. Well done brother!

[@ScooterCR500]

I have to ask, the bikes you pickup are usually neglected, why is it that you never wash them off before tearing into them? You’re just transferring the grim on to all the parts you pull apart. 😊. Quick ask solves the grime on your gloves transferring on to engine parts.

[@kalaharimine]

Agree, but that's the way Joe does it. I would end up doing a lot of cleaning and not much fixing.

[@adriantowe278]

Yeah it could do with a wash

[@talon0863]

My guess is he does not clean on purpose, to milk more comments, which is good for the algorithm.

[@03roadking]

What? 's funny is a lot of times when he's all done.Then he cleans it but he's still a master of diagnostics

[@BobSmith-cs9nq]

I don't like bringing the extra dirt into my shop so I clean first.

[@tharanmansell5154]

I agree, pretty cool minibike!!!

[@av8or971]

I saw sparks when you first tested. Behind the plug.

[@mike.4277]

Great video 💯💯. But how come you didn't give it a bath before working on it!?!?!

[@wisecampmotorcycles8258]

Because he is lazy.

[@buffdude222]

I'd say . Looks awesome

[@user-fi3fx5my2s]

We also do small powered equipment repair here. Seen some pretty crazy custom farmer builds. Got a 5 h.p like that one in the shop, fresh build, still only bout 90psi. Fires right off, new carb on it too. Guy wants a tote goat made out of an 88 kdx 200 frame. Got the chain drive clutch for it, etc. Gonna be an interesting, rainy day project.

[@micksterboone4517]

Nice lunch! I was wondering what you were doing at the end with a shovel. lol

[@bradleynevills4444]

That's a oil bath filter

[@calvarybuilders5689]

I'm not sure he has ever encountered one! He's to young 😅

[@urphonesucks]

Yep. Joe, put enough oil in it so air has to be sucked thru the oil. Should be a fill line.

[@donaldcaissie]

It looks like a Honda 50 frame and it’s been modified with that engine but maybe I’m wrong.

[@mc9551]

Yep. that is why it has a neutral light on the headlamp like he pointed out.

[@user-oo8vu2cj2w]

I agree. My friend had one when I was a kid. I would recognize that anywhere. Too bad they got rid of the original engine.

[@jerrywilcox9890]

That's not a Honda 50 lol

[@donaldcaissie]

@@jerrywilcox9890 funny you say that what is it then?

[@jerrywilcox9890]

@@donaldcaissie I have Honda 50s 4 of them and that's not a Honda 50.

[@MrDeathlus]

Man I'm addicted to your videos. New fan. I'm learning a ton about 2 stroke engines and this is so cool. Had a mini bike just like this as a kid. Thanks and great

[@user-ni7tg5fg9k]

You should tip it on its side and put some oil in the little hole where it pulls starts. On the flywheel, the little shaft looking thing that way when you start it, they won't squeal. That's what the hole is for.

[@user-fi3fx5my2s]

Old tote goat, great find!!!

[@lead5s]

naw that is nothing like a tote gote

[@MSH_361]

Nope. Not a Honda. AT ALL, or any part of it. It is a Taiwan copy that was made back in the day and looked like a Z50, and this copy has had a Briggs engine mounted in it at some point (wasn't original to the copy bike).

[@lead5s]

@@MSH_361 looked more like a rupp to me

[@robertdavis4184]

Joe just a quick tip on motors that have points in them try a finger nail file to clean the points

[@Rooonga]

Loved the last bit of the video. Great seeing you use the land.

[@bigg_delicious]

Thats an oil bath air filter, the air "gets filtered" by the oil as it passes through. Was quiet common back in the day on cars and trucks

[@TXH1138]

Cleanliness is not your strong suit, but I enjoy the rest. Stick a Predator 212 on it.

[@budlite8207]

$150 today at Harbor freight!

[@barrysoper9183]

Change it up - right arm day at the garage. 😊

[@snowyowl7042]

😂I'm just here to follow the dancing orange hands

[@joshuastone3402]

That was a twist at the end with the cooking. What a great video! I love some backstrap. Keep up the great work on the videos!

[@alaroony9890]

Loved the cookout! Thats awesome!

[@billh2735]

Joe, mechanic woodsman chef the Wisconsin Renaissance Man. Great video. Stay safe, healthy and warm. Bill H from Cranberry Township PA

[@j33pfyn4tik6]

The fire and cooking was a nice change of pace. Would have loved to see you harvest the deer too. Nice to see you adding some new content to the channel.

[@kylegregoire2069]

FYI. I've had a lot of weird things happen with condensers. 70 Challenger. When the condenser would start to go the car would start, idle perfectly, but any pressure put on it, it would break down and stall. We used to test them buy nosing your bumper up to a tree, in gear and give it a little gas. I had the same thing happen to me in an 82 boat. It would start and idle perfectly but the second you put it in gear it would stall. Had to be towed in 2 miles. Got back home and it donned on me, oh yea that what condensers do. Had two extras with me that day but never thought of it. lol Condensers will break down with time also. Never trust one over a few years old. Good luck.

[@mlindsay527]

For sure. Using “known good” ignition parts from a properly running engine can really help chase down the gremlins.

[@user-hj5ml8rr8u]

IS that basically an old briggs engine ?

[@mrutherford8590]

Briggs stopped putting their motors on mini bikes around 1968 I think.

[@bradleynevills4444]

Nah had to be 80s

[@notpreffered4771]

So cool lol, it’s awesome how you get all these weird little machines. I can’t wait to have some property like yours! Thanks for the nonstop entertainment man!

[@Scooterdude01]

I haven't had venison since i moved to Florida, 38 years ago. My mouth was watering

[@ar2043]

Love the bike but why on God's green Earth would you not powerwash the whole machine the day before you're gonna videotape it? Then it would be much cleaner and all dried out for you.

[@2vintage]

Too cold for the hose in Wisconsin. Don't want to bust a pipe.

[@natebm123]

I think it would be worth more because it’s vintage and power washing it would take some paint off

[@Hammerback972]

I wouldnt waste a 1.50 on something that may not be repairable. If he chooses to resell it, he has 100 invested, doubt anyone would see it and say "Id give u 150, but ItS DiRtY!

[@bananabrooks3836]

How about some hot soapy water in a bucket from the kitchen​?@@2vintage

[@Hammerback972]

@@2vintageWoah now sir! This is the comment section, this area is reserved for the big brained, armchair mechanics with all the answers! You will become dumber if u hang around here too long😂😂 ❤ Appreciate the consistent content and frequency of your videos.

[@benny8300]

Just go to harbor freight and buy a new engine for the mini bike

[@smileyman-zt3vl]

Wouldn't look as cool

[@snowyowl7042]

Splurge and get a 10-15hp

[@robertkwit8506]

Some of those ol' school mini bike frame are designed to fit a flat head engine, and in most cases you'll have slight fabrication needed to make a honda gx style engine fit correctly.

[@michaelbrinks8089]

I agree but also would be good to keep the old engine to experiment on. If he ever bought a 3in1 lathe milling machine. Use it for practice to try and bore out & install bigger piston & rings.

[@AL4N.]

He could rebuild that flat head and sell it and buy 2 of those throw away predator engines.

[@bdogmarshall]

at the end I thought that was a hole for Vinny since he likes to run in front of you when you’re riding 😂 I was screaming, “No not the Vinster!” you almost had me in tears there 😂

[@Orbacron]

Put sae 40 in it, open fuel mixture 1/8 turn more, and a new clutch. You were riding it earlier, so I think you can do that, and flip it

[@donscott6431]

Got me to thinking about my first gas powered vehicle. 1962 Cushman mini bike. 3 1/2 hp B&S motor, centrifugal clutch, chain driven with a jackshaft. It was a Christmas gift when I was 8. I loved that thing…I bought gas for it by finding empty pop bottles. Most I ever put in it was 11cents worth of high test, at a local ESSO station