Essential Mini Bike Mods | CT200 Performance Parts

The Coleman CT200 (and other stock mini bikes) are great for putting around mild terrain, but if you want to get serious about off roading or racing your mini bike, these are the performance modifications we heavily recommend. We're installing a CT200U torque converter kit for off-the-line acceleration and engine braking for steep declines, removing the 196cc engine's governor, and adding a Coleman mini bike performance kit to let the engine breathe more freely at high RPM to increase horsepower.
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[@JamesCouch777]

I'm 68 years old and if anyone would have told me I'd be sitting here watching a mini bike/go cart channel and enjoying the heck out of it, I'd have said they were crazy but here I am 😃✌️👍

[@congerscott6064]

Nothing wrong with that, im 58 and thinking about buying a minibike just to have something to tinker with 👍.

[@JamesCouch777]

@@congerscott6064 I have a huge garage full of projects so I never get bored. There is something very fulfilling about fixing and/or creating.

[@congerscott6064]

@@JamesCouch777 i couldn't agree more 👍.

[@PsychoticAnarchist69]

@@congerscott6064 got into mini bikes so I could learn more in depth about engines and how to work on them. I would highly recommend it I’ve learned a ton!

[@congerscott6064]

@@PsychoticAnarchist69 it's a lot of fun, i just got a old "taco" mini bike made in California in the 60s im restoring, awesome project and hobby 👍🏆.

[@CertifyThis]

Got my first ct200 about a year ago, did the stage 1 mods with governor delete and a torque converter, first run hit 48mph. Thank you guys for such good videos with detail.

[@bennetburau1962]

What is the governor and what does it do?

[@joeyserpa9779]

@@bennetburau1962 pretty much restricts engine use, doesn’t let the engine rev to its potential.

[@user-ru7he6qj2w]

@@bennetburau1962 but most parts on the engine aren’t meant to run over 3600 rpm so be careful

[@alexandercameron645]

@@user-ru7he6qj2w yeah just don't hold.top speed for.super long and if you are make sure to run full synthetic ....but yeah if it goes 48 go 40 😂😂 if u want this Chinese POS to last

[@skinnyMc317]

Didn’t touch my governor, stage 2 and a torque converter. Does wheelies and hits 46

[@kellyokamoto1604]

Enjoyed this vid!!! Best part was the slide-out!!! Guys, I gotta tell you, once minbikes get into your blood, it'll always be there!!! I'm 63, with five kids, eight grandkids and I still LOVE minibikes!!! One of man's greatest (fun) inventions.

[@geoffreyjones2000]

You guys make this old timer feel young again. In fact, I just used your coupon and placed an order. Gonna dig out the old mini bikes one more time. 50 years of riding...greasy side up 6 times. Only felt the last one, still feel it. All the gear all the time. You are the funnest fabricators around. Love it

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

geoffreyjones2000 thanks. Good luck on the mini bike

[@jimo2627]

When removing the governor replace your valve springs with 18 lb springs so you don't grenade the valve train at high rpm

[@moekatoekTV]

@rep8250 Go to OMB Warehouse and look up governor removal kit for ct200U and you will get an explanation on the kit details.

[@matthewsperry8463]

@rep8250the stock valve springs are too weak, so at higher rpm’s you’ll get valve float. The valve will not close fully. I don’t entirely know what that does, I just know it’s bad

[@mr.channel6467]

@@matthewsperry8463 pretty sure that means the piston can crash into one of the valves

[@MrTheHillfolk]

Here for the burnout. Kids remember: do burnouts, don’t be one.

[@mikecarguru6666]

MrHillfolk 😂😂

[@jamesbutterson5218]

😀😤💨✌☕

[@britebear3610]

MrHillfolk 69 likes lol

[@sideways4daystunewerksinc578]

TRUTH.

[@Balithazzarr]

Hahahaha

[@MountainEagle77]

These are the clearest instructions I've seen on KZbin for building and modifying mini bikes. Subscribed. Awesome content!

[@ziggybammurphy1645]

I just bought one...bought a torque converter and the same engine riser blocks u used , and i got a 212 predator...cant wait to do it to it...wish i coulda found a cheap used ct200, but they want 375$ used in my area...for another 100$ i figured id go brand new....the hardest parts for me are gonna be shortening the chain and figuring out the throttle cable linkage to the carb, but theres plenty of how to’s...i got everything for like 700$ give or take...figured its the closest ill get to a z50 without spending crazy money....wish i kept my two Z’s

[@bigwhane8603]

He falls of and the first thing he says is I hope you got that

[@matreci]

At least John asked if he was okay, haha.

[@nathanbutler8240]

It looks like a fake fall lol iv seen lebron flop harder than that

[@didyliduu]

No, he tried to do cool slide but failed because there was too much dirt under the wheel :D

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

Big Whane didnt fake that fall

[@Rickyfyied]

looked a little scripted.

[@daveg1208]

Thank you for allowing me to sit in the shop with you guys, love it. Skinned up a bit for 42.5 mph, not bad. Have fun, be safe.

[@ProlificInvention]

*CarsandCameras* Another fun video, and as much as I like to think I know a lot, still learned a lot from you guys!

[@DefencelessDuck]

These mods will boost the smile on your face by 150%

[@jackdebono6570]

You guys are absolutely awesome! Watched your videos for years and love them! You should revive the turbo drift trike and take that around the track just for curiosity’s sake.

[@cluckinwing8388]

Crashing and burning is so embarrassing. You took it like a champ Isaac! Glad y’all put it in the video!

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

Cluckinwing lol

[@martinramirez6050]

started watching you guys a couple years back and now I feel like I know you guys lol. keep up the great work

[@stoobydoo4790]

"GO FOR HOME,SLIDE IKE, SLIDE !!" and the rider is "SSAAAAFFFFEE !!" (you handled that amazing, camera work was SPECTACULAR!! ALWAYS ENJOY, most of all glad neither of you got hurt seriously during the making of the video. 😜👍👍

[@goodnameyt6675]

Awesome! I totally under estimated the performance air filter until I tried one. I had jetted the 196 without changing the filter and rode it that way for a while. Eventually I removed the stock filter completely and test rode it. I immediately ordered the performance filterand its awesome!

[@s.ol.5511]

I'm legit fascinated by this channel. I do NOT own a cart, bike or anything but you guys have so much fun and are both good on camera. Who knows if one day I get into this, but Im not exactly a small dude. lol Great channel, keep up the awesome work! Also, I can picture you guys having like a MarioKart type race...hahaha

[@garypeterson9083]

Guys, check your crank size with open end wrench. Its so easy. Love your show, rock on!

[@ImTheJoker4u]

Awesome instant smoke!! Some guys are really good at wheelies, because theyve wrecked so many times. Every spill is a learning experience!!!

[@electricdrummer8706]

Heys guys love the vids....i have had a complete respect and joy for people who take small engines and unusual vehicles and .ake them unique and better!! So much respect! Have you guys ever thought of making the rail car twin turbo and EFI.....would love to see it...keep up the great vids

[@utubeaccess7]

3:00 'Like Magic!' I love the part where Issac puts on the clogged air filter and it kills the engine. Good air filters and intake plumbing are definitely a big part of the engine airflow(hp) equation.

[@codybrooks8333]

Love all your vids guys. Great job. Would really love to see more resto work on johns yellow trail 70

[@Osiris1080]

6:11 Listen to that perfect pop he did with his hands

[@bkdexter79]

Great vid you guys! Always good to hear your advise. Cheers!

[@davidrush6547]

Hey John hey Ike! John I'd just like to pass on a little tip for you, when you install your engine mounting bolts, always if possible put the bolts in with the heads up in case a nut shears off or backs off an gets lost while riding, gravity keeps the bolt from falling out and further compromising your engines mount...better to lose just a nut than to have the whole bolt drop out! Really appreciate all the videos, you're the kind of dudes I call friends...peace!

[@Partnerthedog]

Calls someone friend, gets no reply 2 years later :( u have no friends sir

[@redditman3701]

@@Partnerthedog im his friend

[@GaragedeDelgado]

@@Partnerthedog im his friend too

[@deshawncole5508]

@@Partnerthedog •cringe•

[@Partnerthedog]

What good friends, taking multiple years to respond lol

[@MG-kp5sg]

you guys rock! my 14 yr old son and i are trying to get started doin what you do. 2 karts so far. thanx for doin what you do!

[@lactosefarts7963]

I work for kolher and we have a lot of engines with plastic cams in them. And I'm sad to say that we have had hundreds that have failed after 6 hours and less of running. We asre now going back to metal. But beware of the plastic cams.

[@vincemarquez2142]

That exhaust sounds so dang good through that forest

[@ffandrewd2986]

No kidding

[@BigDaddysChannel]

Another fun video from "It will be Fine MotorSports"!

[@jefflundquist5771]

Excellent info guys. I've been a dirt and street biker for many years, and started out on a little 3hp orange framed Briggs & Stratton minibike. I want to get one of the Coleman mini's for sure.

[@chosenone1004]

Awesome video ! I’m looking to get one and wanted to see what type of mods I could get and your video is definitely the first and last video I need to watch . Thanks for the help

[@bendover5902]

11:13 falls off* "I hope you got that" 😂

[@radracer2033]

You guys are a great inspiration- I just picked up an old Sears Roper mini bike sans engine and a Honda Z50r

[@austinpatrick2682]

One of the top ten moments of Cars and Cameras history is Ikes mini-bike wipe out. Had me in stitches! So glad ur ok though!

[@sweeneysweeney1901]

Can't wait . glad to see y'all bring the her dog

[@jimmymcfarland4184]

Installed the torque converter on my Ct200u EX a few weeks back... it’s a beast! I want for my other 3 Coleman’s. Great video! Keep up the great work!

[@calebchew838]

What does the torque converter do?

[@montypython8978]

Hi, love what you do and full respect! I have been building high-performance motorcycles since the 80s. I happened upon a free Subaru 170- 6 hp setting for trash pickup on a stump grinder..Wow, you have got to do a build on one of these! Overhead cam, giant intake and exhaust ports, high-lift cam and a big-bore short-stroke with a hefty con-rod! It is built like a Honda XR engine! If you want, I can share some pics! I plan to get 15+ HP out of this reliably! Also, Super-lightweight!

[@steveblottenberger1097]

Big Bore short Strokes like the Chevrolet 427 in the 327 that's the way to go big bore Short Stroke lots of horsepower and volume of big piston cubic inch and Short Stroke lots of RPM lots of continuous twerk

[@anythingmotors9781]

You guys just saved my ass! Was watching threw this video and when you guys said you forgot the air filter gasket, I was like oh shit so did I! LOL thanks for the reminder! Love the videos! Keep up all the hard work

[@SCUBAjoeshow]

Too bad you guys live far away, best mod I just picked up for my mini bike is a vintage ski to swap out the front wheel for the snow in Wisconsin! Keep on keeping on, you guys rock

[@williamb6869]

you two are friking nuts with mechanical ability thrown in LUV IT ALWAYS WATCH YOUR CHANNEL

[@dadsvespa]

Great video guys ! Nice mods ! Really took off huh? I had a stock, 1969 or 70 5hp minibike, that I saved for and bought used (with a cracked frame) in 1972, and it had a torque converter set up from the factory !! My uncle welded the frame for me. I can't remember the name....Galaxy ? I think...maybe ? so long ago. But it was Green, had chrome slotted wheels.. I loved that thing !! I disconnected the governor , and cut the muffler off leaving a straight pipe !Had no lights, but I used to take it out at night for a nice summer cruise ! lol. No helmet ! That thing did over forty too ! ( I only weighed 110 pounds). lol. Many close calls with trees and rocks....but no cops !! They didn't seem to mind back then. I still love mini bikes...don't own one though. I own a 1965 Honda Benly 150cc. Got it running...sounds nice, no smoke...but not charging . Haven't touched it in a year. Soon I hope. Well take care guys, and keep filming ! matt.

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

yellowchopperproductions cool. Wish you still had the mini bike

[@dadsvespa]

Yes. I'm a very young middle aged man !! lol.

[@adamheeley285]

Pretty cool channel. I was thinking of gettin one of these to learn a bit about mechanics and doing my own maintenance. Also looks like a pretty fun ride haha. I would probably stick a monster atv tire on the back cause I like going through the snow.

[@geecee4]

Wow, old. John's got the reverse lean goin on in the turn. Lol Y'all have come a long way!! Congrats

[@TheCThomas80]

I just bought a ct200 frame and swapped a 212 on it. After intake, carb kit, exhaust, valve springs, governer delete it went 56mph. Had mud tires on it too that turned into full slicks after a while haha.

[@Connors_Engines]

how did you do 58

[@Jesse-jc4vv]

Sweet little bikes

[@BW-xz6ol]

Really enjoyed it guys.

[@beastmode7025]

I love ya guy put work onto the carts keep it up love your vids

[@rebeldad1344]

Those bikes are great but.... those big ole tires on the front end loves to bend those front forks back. I've seen people weld a length of rerod or a sleeve over those tiny front fork tubes to strengthen them and help prevent bending. Not sure why they used such thin walled tubes on those forks with those fat tires?

[@CarsandCameras]

We hope to see all of y'all at our meet next Saturday! 😜

[@JohnWheels]

CarsandCameras, finally, a ct200. I love the channel, and I wish I could go to the meet, but I’m camping

[@NckGarage]

I wish I could come but its over an 8 hour drive and im busy otherwise I would make that trip to ride

[@deadiot8633]

WHY NOT THE MURRY. He has feelings to

[@stevenfischer452]

I wish I could make it but I live in NJ, too far especially the fact I don’t have a license yet

[@Steven_McCrae]

CarsandCameras Hey guys , long time fan from UK and was wondering if there a way for me to watch the monster Kart you two built for the velocity channel appearance ? , is it possible to upload a clip without violating any copyright laws ?

[@johnfitzgerald6352]

I love watching your channel I can’t wait to get my first mini bike

[@shadowcali559]

Great video I'm wanting to upgrade my mini bike ,will start posting videos of my bikes soon :)

[@htown13157]

That pine straw will get ya. Its gotten me a few times.

[@CarswithNash]

Holding nothing back on that test ride!😂

[@ejs6097]

Well dang! That was a freakin burnout!

[@bruceburkett8765]

63 years old, and I love this channel

[@Spirit_Lanayru]

These things are a blast with a Honda GX270 swap! I'm probably pushing 13 horsepower, and I've yet to top it out. So far, I've hit 50.

[@sadboiszn]

you should definitely post a build list!

[@Spirit_Lanayru]

@@sadboiszn Really all I've got into it is a mild 270 and a torque converter. I separated the jackshaft from the original 196 clutch backplate and threw a ton of reinforcement at it (ended up breaking every weld on that with the 40 series torque converter I got) I'm currently waiting on a fresh driver pulley because the blackhorse one I got is trash. Hopefully with the genuine comet torque converter and a more experienced ear for tuning, I'll be well over that 50 mph mark. Originally, I ran a 30 series and a 1:1 regear on the jackshaft, but I kept melting belts. I'd have to say the best thing I've done to it was throw grooved EBC brake shoes at it. It stops so much better and doesn't squeal like the stock pads. on the bucket list for frame mods is an MB front fork swap and front/rear hydraulic disc brakes. Once I get that driver pulley I'll see about making a video on it

[@joshuarinehart4406]

11:18 "I hope you got that" I have said that many times...

[@lacarti_4L]

Damn I subbed u guys really show everything thank yall

[@williamm.vazquez8801]

Very Cool Videos Guys Keep It Up Thanks For The Motivation

[@Gamen4Bros]

Great video

[@BrandonHvlogs]

Nice burn out Isaac 👍

[@thexpat]

Might want to get some ventilation in that garage with those engines running lol

[@mingusbreeze]

Thanks, guys for a fun video.

[@aa-jq9qe]

Greets from Finland!

[@ethannovak3193]

Love the videos.

[@thesuperjank6109]

Ethan Novak just saw yo profile pick. I just got a manco critter 2 for $170. I just wish it was 2wd

[@AlaskanBallistics]

Thank you so much I've already been bare hunting on my CTU 200 several times, and now that I have a new thumb button accelerator and a new break installed, I'm gonna do some of these bods next so I'll carry my fat butt up the mountain looking for caribou

[@shawntravelstheworld911]

You guys are living the dream.

[@NckGarage]

The intro reminds me of every video I've ever saw of a three wheeler and mine too

[@Kdog307]

I'm glad you guys finally got a discount code so I don't have to use red beards anymore

[@joshB502]

Kenneth Pauli what’s wrong with him

[@BM205]

@@joshB502 That's what I thought! He's awesome

[@fma4039]

I bought 2 more mini bikes hehe I took my first one across az and Mexico been all over the mountains and wanted my friends to enjoy them too👍

[@dominickgonzalez1388]

Your intro is super sick. 🤙🏽

[@eformance]

You need to make one of those CT200s into 2wd by mounting an engine to the front parcel tray.

[@savednotsoftgodsson9290]

King of the hill took a spill...😂

[@livinginavandownbytheriver2349]

Best minibike burnout ever! Who says fat off road tires can't smoke? Thanks again gentlemen for another great video.

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

Michael Spear thanks for watching

[@RetrowTV]

Great video guys, just picked up a mini moto 80cc “for the kids...” 😁

[@modelrc9500]

*WORD OF THE WEEK* fnangling : verb : when you wiggle something that’s in a tight space

[@c.f.gaming9610]

Thanks

[@wi11y1960]

Time to pave your race course. That way no more grass damage. (teasing)

[@allenmckinney9533]

wi11y1960 and paint the pavement green.

[@eddyoddrod]

On the hunt for the mini bike. Saved as reference material

[@minibikerebuilds]

I enjoy all the videos!

[@joshdupont2209]

I honestly said right before Ike crashed out "Kenevil's gonna crash"

[@barbarashotts5598]

great video man

[@chancethompson666]

Y'all are awesome and ike be careful lol 😂 have a great day

[@richardwoods3656]

Yepper im hooked on these mini bikes lol . its so funny to see there faces when you pass them cars at 65 mph 😂 priceless

[@ashtonblobaum8399]

do you know what else will carry a wheelie and try and through you off? A 25 lbs mini bike frame, a stock 212, and a 97.5 lbs kid #me

[@bobandtay7139]

ike is always so happy lol

[@theGoodNightArmada]

Ricky Bobby down! Awesome vid

[@MrBandit711]

Thanks for the throttle return tip guys God bless you

[@vinnyavalanche]

I just realized I have the same Walmart special helmet 🤣

[@aughtrnb]

Quick Question: 1.) Did you add 18lb valve springs to prevent float?

[@nativejuicevapors]

aughtrnb same question

[@Deucealive75]

On this bike if you are using a torque converter there is no need for 18ib valve springs or governor removal. If you use the stock jackshaft and remove the governor you should get better valve springs, a billet rod, and better flywheel. But again there is no need for all that stuff if you start with a torque converter.

[@LotianEX]

Hold the phone- is that the (at one point) turbo'd drift trike in the background of 8:31 ? Man I haven't seen that guy in ages! Last I remember of it was when you guys tried turbo-ing it, glad to see it's still around though! Brings back memories. Anyhow great video you two, loving every second of your guy's content!

[@driveitbreakitfixit7496]

You guys are lucky you have a paved road to test on!

[@prestonmott3648]

Ike shouldve said "itll be fine" when he wrecked😂

[@VasilyBuilds]

I hope I can make it to the meet, it's an 8 hour drive..

[@CarsandCameras]

It'll be worth it!

[@addicted2fuel245]

Great video. Wish I could make it to the meet but I'm in Ohio and stuck working this weekend... Sucks but I'll try to make it to the next one. Keep the vids coming

[@Marc_Wolfe]

Me too lol

[@ians1464]

Nice grand finale with a burnout

[@4stardiesel432]

it would be cool if you had a ring tone where a engine was trying to start up but when you answer the engine starts up

[@ChristopherHayniedd980]

Do you all recommend the Coleman’s or is there a better mini bike out there?

[@Ratkill9000]

Christopher Haynie Coleman is more or less a modified Azusa mini bike. Taco mini bikes do come with swingarm rear suspension and a Springer front end. Just depends how much you want to spend.

[@ryanrohauer5940]

Ratkill9000 maby some of the tacos did but ones I have seen do not

[@isaacitllbefine7231]

Christopher Haynie i really like the monster motos

[@fixwithviolence1598]

I’m sick with the flu this is my medicine amazing videos like these

[@Balithazzarr]

You guys did awesome