4WD Mini Rock Bouncer Build Suzuki SV 650 Part 2

Today I'm starting a new build a 4WD mini rock bouncer using a Suzuki sv650 for the powerplant. This Suzuki sv650 v twin makes about 75hp and should be perfect for this mini rock bouncer! In the first part I'm fabricating hub adapters for the wheels and looking at the general layout. I'm also starting on the front suspension layout and spindles and ball joints. If you have any suggestions for this build let me know in the comments below!
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[@FlamingRayz]

Instantly clicked as soon as it popped up

[@shane_7even_ten569]

What up early gang

[@JoseManuel-lj4dk]

Enjoying a great learning video

[@lifeononeweel3008]

Drugs

[@rwosu]

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[@MullinPerformance]

Chris push everything over to the passenger side! Sit side saddle of the motor and clutch. That way you have all the room for your body and it puts the center of gravity a lot power.

[@wadewright3556]

Then what do you do with the drive shafts? They can't be off centered.

[@MrBenstero]

@@wadewright3556 yes they can. He can move the differentials to one side of the axle and have different size axleshaffs. This is the only way he'll be able to keep a low center of gravity.

[@chrisbrookshire861]

@@MrBenstero Yeah and maybe use some cv joints for any off angles. But u joints can handle some misalignment.

[@MullinPerformance]

@Montana West Photography Studio This is exactly what I was thinking too. That's a bad ass bouncer. Chris can move all that junk too one side and use his body as counter weight. That's the only way too keep this from looking so goofy.

[@rswany16]

I actually had an idea to do that to a 4 wheeler a long time ago. Stretch the chassis and move the engine and trans to one side. I should really try it someday!

[@colinvannamee3994]

here is a thought for you, you can offset the engine and transmission to the right like a lot of full sized special built rock bouncers. making room for you to sit next to the engine transmission, lowering your overall height and center of gravity and giving more room for suspension travel.

[@lelisatachaguacabrera1408]

Jalgd usar

[@robertwitherington6919]

Been following you for some years now…..the progression with your skills from then to now is awesome to see.

[@shane_7even_ten569]

Me too!!! I’ve been here since his chainsaw skateboard 🛹

[@Rudy97]

@@shane_7even_ten569 I have been here since the first bike video he ever made. Incredible how much he has grown. I can only hope I can get there myself.

[@shane_7even_ten569]

@@Rudy97 I love how much he actually makes from scratch

[@lelisatachaguacabrera1408]

Buenas

[@FlamingRayz]

5:59 dang your getting crazy with these edits

[@tillmanxl6914]

4 Wheel Steering and Reverse. You will charge your mind.🤔 😎👍It's not to late.

[@dtvtechrp]

Going down the rabbit hole again 🤔 that's some mad scientist shit!

[@joecolosi1795]

I’ve known Chris since before he was a you-tuber… he has a great mechanical mindset… being able to see what he wants and then being able to build it… a good man to boot. Hey Chris … tell your dad to be careful when he’s out climbing.

[@joecolosi1795]

@johnnytheprick he’s a great young man… he loves and honors his family. I know I’ve given him a couple go-cart frames and a motor or two … not sure about the rest of the community… I do know that he’s got a crab of a neighbor who lives just down the street that he has to deal with occasionally… someone who acts just like Jeff Dunhams “Walter” but otherwise he’s got a good bit of support I would say. I need to go see him, I have run across a bunch of taps and dies that I bet he could use and I would rather he benefit from them than some stranger when I croak off..

[@joecolosi1795]

@johnnytheprick He lives in a mountain town called Weaverville, which is a lot like what you see on the Andy Griffith show, 11 red lights in total in the whole town … it’s a beautiful mountain town, where the weather is not too hot nor is it too cold. We only had what, maybe 2 really cold weeks this year and it never got below 9*F I don’t think and the summers are quite nice with an average summer temp of about 85*. I will be sure to tell him hello. May swing by his house after I get out of my dentists appointment later today…

[@davidmarcu1856]

The most brilliant man in the world, with a brilliant mind and one of creativity, you are doing an incredible job, keeping the job and good luck bro! ❤️

[@gixxernut8021]

Your dad has to be super proud of you !! Because you have one hell of a drive to get work done ! Keep up the awesome work! 👊

[@ronloesch8718]

You will need to add slip joints to the drive shafts they were intended for the differentials to be fixed, now your differentials will be moving up and down causing the length of the drive shafts to vary.

[@dylanzrim3635]

I say let the shafts bend

[@fullmetaljacket7]

@@dylanzrim3635 I say use rubber drive shafts

[@SHSPVR]

@@fullmetaljacket7 that bad idea

[@Gu1tarZer0]

definitely needs boots too since it's an off-roader

[@98976h]

let`s learn the hard way

[@fagbaibifarouk5193]

I love watching your building motors 🥰🥰

[@gixxernut8021]

The cat just wants to see the cool stuff you’re building!!

[@charlesirby9222]

Cats are so cool...curious about everything! I have a big black cat that came up out of the woods one day and adopted me...he wants to be in the middle of everything I do until I hit the air hose in the shop and then he thinks a monster just spit at him and he's gone in a flash...for about 10 minutes and 'Bigfoot' is right back in the shop.

[@christophermorin9036]

And MONCH on cords.

[@b-radfrommalibu]

You are definitely someone who needs a plasma table. If I had your projects I could definitely justify it to my old lady.

[@fiawoojoseph5851]

I’ve never seen anybody visiting you before,until I saw the Gentle man in the yellow T-shirt😅

[@Redfabco]

Weighted tires might be your best friend in this build

[@cortniesmith3138]

Making a collet style tool to hold your custom rose joint spacers has to be the best thing I’ve seen today 👍 keep up the good work

[@frankensteincreations4740]

Put the seat so the gearbox is under the arch of your knees. 👍

[@jordancaird8049]

I haven't watched this guy in a wile hes really stepping his game up the stuff he's making takes alot of know how

[@joneserupinsmoke9161]

Not sure if u watch this dude but his channel is burning wrenches dude comes up with sweet ideas

[@steffentysnes5302]

I imagine scraping the cvt would be the best, fair enough it would be easier and more user friendly with it, but cvt's drain A LOT of the power from the engine. Also with a 650 v-twin the factory clutch and engine should make it fairly easy to get going, and with a low series as well it should be no issue. I think the cvt will cause more headaches than pleasantries

[@clarkb1900]

I agree. Plus you can't have the CVT slip for control (like with a hydraulic) without burning the belt.

[@abde4645]

Yeah i agree

[@evanwebber9981]

The diffs probably have some amount of gear reduction, so it should be fine with just the SV650 factory setup. I've thought of doing something like this for years.

[@clarkb1900]

@@evanwebber9981 Exactly- between the diffs, the 2 speed box, and the engine's tranny the gearing'll probably be pretty low. And with a chain going between the engine and T-case, the gearing could be finetuned with different sized sprockets.

[@musicauthority7828]

I don't think the CVT system belongs, but you are wrong about it robbing power and torque. one has to look no farther than snowmobiles to see that.

[@joelgarside8925]

This thing is already looking so good

[@petroelb]

I appreciate the cat footage. I miss my cat too!

[@bobpowers9862]

'What do you use for frame prototyping?' 'Precision tools: Some small pieces of wood, several bricks, and a couple of old stumps.' 'Oh. Does it work?' 'Absofreakinglutely. Proof is in the cool toys.'

[@adammcjo]

Bro you are so underrated. Awesome build.

[@CasperRc81]

Suspension won’t move without slip yoke drive shafts also pay mind to u-joint phasing. Always impressed with the videos. Good character sir.

[@chadscott2499]

Man you have the brains to do it rethink that brother

[@micflynn1]

Pro tip for you here, On Polaris McPherson struts the lower ball joint can be easily removed by using a grease gun you remove the three screws that hold the plate that holds the ball joint on and then you pump grease into the grease fitting and the hydraulic pressure pushes the ball joint right out!!!

[@lokedog916]

You’ll need a slip drive shaft for a 4 link, allows for slight changes in driveshaft length. Looks awesome man

[@talkingtrashtom]

I was just going to comment this.

[@chrisperks1112]

beat me two it lmao deff a must

[@alexflanagan1746]

He addressed that at 23:50... Not when the pivot points are aligned with the U joints.. The way he has it is like a 5th link, that spins.

[@dylanzrim3635]

@@alexflanagan1746 thevrisk of it binding still is rather high

[@fullmetaljacket7]

All he has to do is use a rubber drive shaft. Problem solved!

[@Ratkill9000]

If you ever need more heat than what a propane torch gets you, buy MAPP (yellow bottles). Not as hot as acetylene, but its hotter than propane. Just about most places that has those blue propane bottles, will have the yellow MAPP gas bottles.

[@Rideaholic069]

Right there. Making a tool to hold the bushings on to trim them. I mentioned it before. That kid has what others take years to learn.

[@bodenevans5452]

Your videos keep me sane

[@joshblainer2652]

Chris you should build cars and cameras a 2 speed trans for that crotch rocket build they got. Would be an epic collaboration

[@lloydmiller5275]

Your Millwork is top notch. You always come up with solutions to make you parts, especially the spacer holder you made. Keep the awesome builds.

[@FarmerFpv]

This has to be the coolest build on KZbin right now. Can't wait to see the smile on your face when you take it for the first spin! You could always add rear-wheel steering later on down the road. You're always modifying your builds anyway. Just leave room for that just in case you decide to eventually have it planned ahead.

[@inmyopinion6836]

BAHAhahahaha . I can't wait either . With this design , he wont get 50 feet before getting a wrecker to hoist it back on his trailer . This is the WORST thing he has come up with yet .

[@kirillpetro8779]

The only DIY videos I love see is from you

[@skyfual]

That differential looks really strong

[@bigdanholton]

Any idea what the rear differential is called, or came from?

[@edhirxtrastrange]

The amount of effort that you put out is crazy. Mad respect

[@11LowDown11]

Prius elec steering (from salvaged offerings) are a cheap and easy way to add epass to anything! It’s plug and play

[@isidrogonzalez3190]

I just started watching your videos and man your good. I'm a retired machinist and really enjoy what you do. Thanks for making this videos.

[@jasondavis1345]

Just a suggestion, as a boat mechanic I can tell you a outboard hydrolic steering system is so simple and easy, you can use different manifolds, splitters, or just a simple single set up... Sea star steering

[@StraightLineCycles]

A build where you literally make everything, would be cool 😎

[@mattrider9230]

cant remember his name but the dude with the orange powerwheels that you did the overland trip with had built a set of solid axle housings that were beef as hell! follow that design and you'll never have any issues! cant wait to see this lil beast done!

[@toddkmj26]

Holy crap 40 minutes thank you kris keep up the awsome work.

[@mattreno998]

Just subbed at part 1 of this build. Now, it's time to binge watch the build, lol! Hey neighbor! Gastonia, NC here!

[@bryanellis1]

CVT engagement when being driven off of the gearbox may only work properly in a couple of the gears… depending on what RPM it’s setup to engage/disengage.

[@brianpiper3188]

I agree! The 2016 Polaris Sportsman 570 I used to own idled at 1200 rpm, engaged the CVT at about 1300-1400 rpm. For reference, 44 hp engine.

[@mdnovaman]

It’ll only work properly from 4th upward on the engine (1:1 gear ratio). Any other gears it’ll need the engine to be revved really high first. Best off just throwing all the cvt in the bin.

[@brianpiper3188]

@@mdnovaman I'm ok with CVTs, but I think that would be the best.

[@fitzfarm8694]

It will just depend on how he gears it going from the motorcycle transmission to the cvt. With the proper sprocket size he will be able to used all 6 gears.

[@lizzard7473]

@@fitzfarm8694 i think you may be the only one who has properly thought this out. Its really going to be tricky. I think that once he gears it high enough to engage in the lower gears it will effectively cancel out the usefulness of the lower gears. Leaving just the high/low range in the gear box as the effective difference. Its I think over complicated. But this guy is all about exploration and is bright enough to find a solution.

[@williamlanphar630]

I really enjoy your projects. I have to say you can't truly be surprised that it took over a week to get parts, particularly given the state of things at the moment.

[@mrrambles852]

Rear steer idea... Link bar steering in combination with a boat steering cable setup for both front and rear

[@jonathanhudson4623]

I've seen mini rock buggies use the engine and transmission from front wheel drive cars. Everything from the little v-tec 4 bangers up to Pontiac grand prix GTPs with the factory Eaton supercharged 3.8Ls. Some where auto and some where manuals but they would sitt the engine and transmission in the custom 4x4 chassis so that one sides CV axle would act as a drive shaft for the front differential and the other sides CV axle would run to the rear axle. They would reuse any parts they could like the disc brakes and other parts. Not to mention if they picked the right engine and transmission combo they would have alot of aftermarket performance options to choose from. They made for some very interesting and rather potent buggies. Light weight mini buggy with a strong FWD car's drive train made for very few pounds per horse power to move. The power the weight ratio was everything for those mini buggies. Basically the same weight as a side by side when it came to the chassis but youd have the HP and low end TQ of a cars engine. The GTP supercharged 3.8L wasn't a slouch in a 3600+lb sedan. Just think of what it would do in a 2000lb or so 4x4 mini buggy chassis.

[@gamerduck3707]

This is gonna be a fun project, keep it up. I can see that you like pets so it's sad to see that your cat is no longer with you, Rest in peace Chris's cat and sorry for your loss Chris 😢

[@jtothefx]

Solid build so far. I’m routin’ for ya 🇨🇦

[@paulwatts905]

never mind the vehicle build (which is amazing, by the way) your fabrication skills and ability to problem solve ways to make things is incredible, loving your work, thanks for sharing. Paul , U.K.

[@1pokras]

Inspirational! Now I'm in trouble, I want to convert my CJ5 to 4-link...

[@MaNNeRz91]

That cat is awesome looks like a forest species with the big ol' tail on it

[@rhysawordsworth6193]

I love how most the measurements are bricks and blocks of wood. Keep the video’s coming brother such good content!

[@lizzard7473]

I think this rig is awsome. This however is the first of your builds that I can't seem to understand how you will ever possibly make it work. I have faith in you and am 100 percent sure you will overcome this obstacle. I just dont see how. Good luck Chris! Can't wait to see what you have in mind!

[@spinnetti]

Everybody needs a shop cat!

[@donaldloudermilk9664]

but man you are way talented my hat is off to you sir

[@levipatzer4276]

I would personally ditch the cvt and install a recluse clutch for the engine gearbox. Also for the driveshafts I would get some pto splined shaft to you have a slip yoke.

[@finleymonuma5592]

Dat Cat made da video more awesome

[@dillonseeney3149]

Love the vids mate been watching for years just gets better and better every time this project is nuts

[@joelgarside8925]

I love the longer videos they are great

[@richball9576]

You're doing an awesome job! Keep up the great work Chris!

[@MrLeviwest]

Hey , might want to look into putting slip yokes on those front and rear drive shafts!

[@jman5920]

I was thinking the same plus it would make it easy to install/remove

[@maacpetzol2205]

He's definitely going to need them

[@ThePatillac]

This thing is looking sweet already!

[@kennethperian4370]

Great job showing and telling, looking good keep on building. going to look great, so well see ya next time see ya bye.

[@ohiofleetmechanic6147]

Bad ass skills and really nice shop setup simple but you’ve still got more than 90% of good fabricators I know.salute to you from Ohio I’m a fellow fab guy myself one day I hope I can get to your level tho your damn good man

[@anakdesa1358]

long awaited video

[@ryanbox30]

I've been following your videos for years and really enjoy them. I just noticed that in this 40 min video, there is a commercial break every 3 minutes. I really hope these make you the money you need to do these awesome projects because 13 commercials within 40 minutes is a lot. Anyway keep up the good work.

[@islandlife9127]

Love your builds always quality and well thought out.

[@sinapatimauigoa7075]

So cool to watch ur videos creating ur knolege talent that the lord blessed u with, godbless u brother,

[@beesod6412]

You are killing it, I look forward to every video. Keep it up!

[@Watchmedome3017]

Those front lower ball joints i make them by the thousand at my job lol i grind the housings to spec and then we fill them up with carbon fiber mixed nylon and we injected it in through the little hole in the housing it’s self. They are usually for Polaris sometimes artic cat Edit: i didn’t realized they said Polaris right in the cast lmao 😂 well now I’m 100% sure that i make them lol

[@nickrudd2568]

Nice long video Chris. Ive been moving house since the last so had to wait to watch. Well worth borrowing next doors Broadband to watch.

[@tshupp72]

Tear it back apart. Build your own linear actuators for the 4 wheel steering. Your in it this far. Why not go all out . Plus ...more vid parts ...more views...win win

[@xxxxxxxxxxx82]

@11:10 This royalty free music is giving me Queens of the stone age vibes 😁 Amazing content as usual, not just the music I'm enjoying 😉👍

[@michaelblacktree]

Looks like kitty cat likes his new stomping grounds. Keep an eye out for him marking his territory, though.

[@patrickholder9697]

This machine will be just f-ing amazing I love watching and seeing just how you do everything I'm not going to lie but I'm jealous you are doing things I only wish I could do thank you and please keep marching on 👍👍👍👍👍

[@antonisdim9748]

Nice!

[@larrylenz7723]

Paint your reverse trike and the rest of your builds before they rust away. Can't wait to see this build done and tested.

[@99milesaway41]

This definitely looks like it's going to be one of the most fun projects you've made. I do have two points to touch on though. One, I feel like you're going to want better clearance in the rear, I think it's going to get hung up frequently, and that shouldn't be difficult considering the CV axles. Two, I think it would be better served with a Rekluse clutch rather than the cvt. Cool as that sounds, I'm confident you're going to run into engagement issues with the lower gears. As always though, I love what you're doing 🤘🤘 Edit: looks like my comment on the ground clearance issue was premature 😂🤦‍♂️

[@robertcates4066]

Love what you're doing, can't wait for more!!!

[@BaileysDad369]

Lovin’ your videos! You are quite the craftsman. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming!👍🏻

[@vooduuchild3601]

Love your videos man...you got real talent. I worry about the diff strength. Those little quad ones are a ticking time bomb in something so big. Can't wait to see the next episode.

[@quentinhargrave4707]

Very cool can’t wait to see you drive it

[@R_GOSWAMI]

Hi i am from 🇮🇳India you r good👍

[@Najsed]

As many people are saying, the cvt will probably be useless, especially on a rock crawler. A lot of people use fwd car gearboxes as transfer cases in thise kinds of builds. Just weld the diff and cut the bellhousing off. That way you get some extra gears, reverse and extra gear reduction (final drive). You could end up with a ridiculous crawl ratio! Really excited about the build btw.

[@williamnail7672]

Outstanding mission and idea!

[@nickk5368]

you really got to fix those tires driving me crazy lol cant believe they put them on like that

[@BrianW2979]

The things that come from your mind always amaze me. The way you made that lathe holder for the spacers was very clever

[@msrchannelid4001]

Saya selalu menonton vidio mu bro. Saya sangat suka bisa jadi inspirasi. Good job bro.. semoga sukses.. saya dari Indonesia 👍👍👍

[@bigc7t]

Awesome build man, can't wait to see the rest. I'm sure you already know this but you should get a cnc plasma table. But great job. Thanks for the video.

[@therockbiter8140]

Had an 07 Sv650s, I put 140k miles on it without anything more than regular wear items, oil, filter, chain, sprockets, pads and tires. It was a flawless bike after upgrading the suspension to some TLR forks and a 636 rear shock. I think it had tighter gearing than the XR650l I traded it in for, if you just gear it down and add a F-W-R box it'll be fine for crawling. It's got plenty of grunt.

[@tadlymay]

Run that transfer case upside-down. Four link would center over (about) helping also with center of gravity and put the seat a lot lower. Knees over t-case when sitting. DRAW IT OUT...😉😁

[@TheKing-or9nt]

Amazing work!!

[@DetroitMicroSound]

Hey there, rather B machining!

[@5_twenty]

You should make your own tire changer for your projects, it will save you time and money in the future

[@JayHaell]

That cat's gorgeous! Cars are awesome companions. Really loving all of your builds so far :) The combined manual/cvt transmission might be too parasitic on power though. But it's awesome to see people try new things👍🏼

[@MIKEH.777]

I was looking and if you had those top hyme joints going like the bottom ones ,and the bottom ones going like the top ones. You wouldn't have a problem for your seat or feet. ( like if you was to flip it over like it is right now) keep up the great work, your doing a great job and God Bless 🔥💯💪🏼👍👍🙏🙏