First slow test ride of my homemade V-Twin mini chopper.

Joey takes the 18hp V-Twin (industrial Honda) minichopper mockup for a test ride. This thing will do over 60mph!!!

[@furycat28]

Its just crazy how a v twin from a generator can sound like a harley davidson engine but industrial built. Great job on this chopper

[@fish_R_stinky69]

It's the straight pipe exhaust.

[@fish_R_stinky69]

It has little to do with the engine. It's the exhaust.

[@furycat28]

Nice@@fish_R_stinky69

[@johnricci3428]

I love it! I dub thee "Sir Hond'ly Davidson, knight of the black art of converting gasoline into noise and rapid velocity" Arise sir!

[@608_diesel]

Man that thing sounds incredible! Love it! Wish I had the skills to build myself something like that hah.

[@willyam9735]

Don't sell yourself short my friend! I'm pretty much at the closing chapter of my 70+ years of life but still learning and trying new things all the time. When it came to items I really needed I weighed the costs of DIY against buying same item turn-key & ready to go. If I could save a ton of money if I was successful then I would usually go for it. Even if the savings turned out to be nominal or I completely failed at the project, at least I learned something new and perhaps paid for a new tool or two! You can learn to weld by taking on line courses, take classes at your local junior college, or just read up on how to do it from a instruction book. Also, if you can get a local weld shop to inspect your work and give you suggestions, all the better! You can gain other skills same way as the welding example too!

[@charlesmiller8846]

07 LMM Dirtymax b

[@rp771xl]

I freaking love it!!! sounds great

[@darrenoliverio7259]

Nice job!!! good engineering you get an A plus

[@VMX12k]

Great fun on a low budget. Sounds fantastic Joey. Good Job!

[@martinharris5017]

Listen to the sound! Pure V twin in miniature!

[@Desert10075]

That's really a great job, sounds right, looks cool.

[@Sms68]

Now that is friggn Cool! Awesome!

[@944joey]

I actually built my first one before Ridely came out.Thanks. I am planning on building myself one soon.

[@johnwade5747]

Why do I imagine I'm hearing George Thorogood's "Bad to the bone" in the background?Haha! I love it!

[@sideshow45]

this thing is awesome that is definately a head turner!! go to sturgis with it they will love it!!

[@akumabito2008]

What engine did you use? I thought Briggs and the like only did vertical shaft v-twins? Did you just tilt one of those on its side? Very cool project! :D

[@kevinhughes2508]

Badass!! Im looking to put one of these on my boat!

[@944joey]

Thank you. I really just do this for fun and fun it is.

[@chrisrenfroe7793]

Where did you buy your parts from? like the forks, grips, pegs, pipes and other hardware?

[@944joey]

May be used in a huge generator or a small roller compactor. Some industrial zero turn mowers use them too. I special ordered a comet industrial variable speed clutch / jack shaft assembly. I don't remember what model but it came out of a catalog at my buddies machine shop.

[@anthacdc]

That has a sweet as sound, good work!

[@artisanecological9721]

Squirrel cage is dope!

[@Edgarbopp]

This thing is fantastic. If I could have one mini chopper from a you tube video this would be it. Way better than the one I made, and I like mine a lot! =) GREAT JOB!

[@944joey]

depends on what exactly you want. This one was around $2500. not shipped.

[@ironcast]

Sounds gorgeous

[@ilikepotatoes1345]

That thing sounds rad.

[@mattcuddy814]

Nice, I just came across a "big block" 998cc Vanguard, it's pretty tough. Have to get the timing all squared away. Or maybe not? We'll see. Running the stock giant 2bbl carb, Stock manifold and carb I got from Al at Performance V Twins in Monroe, NC. He has the trick stuff for these Vanguards. I'm going with a mild cam, and whatever trick intake Al has. Nice motors. Getting a heavy duty Torque Converter as well.

[@944joey]

@blackphonetic1 LOL I just noticed that. Those are my 2 Schnauzers. Same tape different video. Must of missed the cut in editing. Thanks.

[@944joey]

@j65bj It is a 10" custom Golf Cart rim and tire. 205x55/10 Goodyear Double Eagle DOT tire. You can get them in many styles and up to 14" now.

[@svithrirhildolf]

I'd set that seat on the fender and drive it like I stole it.

[@brendankemme3609]

Straight up badass brother man

[@shanefrance5071]

Love the sound powerful

[@randallmarsh446]

damn that sounded like my 74 inch shovelhead!!

[@944joey]

This one actually cost about $2500. to build. Can do it cheaper with a different engine.

[@CurtHancock69]

Love it! Awesome job bro!

[@fattossa]

holy moly thats amazing, well done.

[@froggersgarage5127]

This is sweet how fast

[@anythingoldmechanical]

Fantastic acheivement, Could do with bigger wheels... But i love it!

[@944joey]

I know. Honda power equipment industrial engines aren't really made for high HP. Loads of torque and fun to ride. I race a Factory Honda RS125 GP bike and that 2 stroke makes 44 HP. Love the smokers too.

[@944joey]

@dr400z It's a Honda. I got it at a local Tool/Supply shop. retail is around $1,000.

[@dannyslotcar7800]

Nice Ride,

[@islesanctum833]

Live the sound

[@udizzy1969]

hey bro this is mad cool, great job

[@leronebradley2771]

I'm looking to get one just like this one im in Arizona how much would charge for one just like this

[@brandonandrew6844]

That thing sounds good!!!

[@jerryfears7989]

How id u get it to idle so good My 22 (670) idles wey high

[@frankziola7710]

that is sweet as f*** you go brother

[@redorrick427]

maybe it sounds like a Harley,cuzz it has Harley pipes,and its a V-twin....V-twin,sounds funny,My wife has a V-twins ;)

[@MrAlittle5150]

Did you get the ideal from the ridley motorcycle? The motor setup looks alot like that. VERY COOL.

[@herbienbrian2]

awesome sound!

[@HBroskii]

Yea, i recently got a 1997 cr125. CRAZY BIKE haha.

[@944joey]

@acidangelster Thanks. I am going to build a Cafe bike this winter. I build one last year but sold it. I have a 73' Honda CB360 all torn up now.

[@nono7984]

That is so cool . That is my speed.

[@kstoff2218]

Great build. Im in the middle of one now and cant figure out what brake set up to go with. Did you put hydraulic or mechanical brakes on yours? if possible cause you put up another video showing your brake set up?

[@thudable]

Love it! Well done!

[@WintersMachining]

awesome man. super cool

[@nibortheyak]

What a hoot!!!! My 4 wheeler has a 250 on it and it will do 60mph. I would think 18hp could go way faster than that. Umm, never mind, I think I just answered my own question. Would you wanna be going over 60mph? I bet old girl still has some throttle left in her. People don't realize it but 18hp is a lot of horse power. Be safe my friend.

[@gnativerson]

I'd like to have one with less rake to give it more low speed stability - RU taking orders? (I'm in WV)

[@rogergermine]

good job buddy !!!!

[@nosetothewindgarage]

killer job

[@joezambrano9651]

Killer ride

[@victorianacimentoviih6496]

the best bike,my fryend.

[@gpommer]

very cool..congrats dude

[@AirboatMan01]

I'm planning on building a mini chopper like yours with a 18 horsepower Briggs and Stratton. I want it to be able to go at least 60 mph. Did u use any kind of multi gear transmission? What's the gear ratio to get the speed u have?

[@morphesus820001]

Hey bro can you give us more info on the engine........PLEASE.......That Is the sound and Style we are looking for

[@944joey]

It was an industrial Honda 18hp V-Twin. I bought it at a local store called Northern Tool. I believe they are easy to find as they are used in many commercial mowers, roller compactors etc... I stripped everything off of it and fanned the exhaust from stock Harley pipes. I used a commercial Comet clutch with a jack shaft. I also fanned the intake from a chrome exhaust pipe. The video was just a first run. The guy I built it for said it goes over 60mph!!!

[@rogerfrancis65]

V.cool well done.

[@944joey]

I got it at Northern Tool in MN. It was around a grand.

[@justinw947]

cool shit man

[@944joey]

Not ripping ass obviousy. First time riding it and no friggin brakes at that time. Not a torque Converter. It's a commercial two stage Primary/Secondary variable speed belt drive with a jackshaft to chain final drive. Waste of a motor? The new owner has had it going 65mph. Fast enough for a friggin toy!

[@siTTinLo]

Sweet Chop,,,What type of clutch setup is that?

[@944joey]

The Mlf it depends on style, engine, wheels, chrome, billet , exhaust etc etc etc. this one sold for just under $3,000. How much you looming to spend? Shipping will be pricey too I'm sure.

[@morphesus820001]

one more Question bro......what size DOM tubing did you use for Fabing the frame?....Nice work BTW

[@944joey]

Thx. If I remember correctly, I believe I used 3/4" or 1" it was a long time ago.

[@prophez23]

I'd lose the torque converter and go with a real shiftable transmission. Other than that its real cool.

[@moevilla561]

what kind of strange engine? from tiller?? sounds good

[@goblue21450]

Im looking into building one myself to use on campus rather than my Gas hog truck. What can I expect cost wise minus the engine? (Id be using a Kohler Command 25hp engine)

[@944joey]

The guy who bought this one did get it licensed.

[@marcusrf7]

Where, what kind, and how much did you have to pay for belt drive CVT transmission? I didn't know you could buy them big enough for an 18HP engine. Thanks man!

[@mikeshobbiesandrandomstuff]

Franky Lynn gopowersports.com

[@bigrobnz]

I must admit-- cool as, you"ll get about 80 mpg as well with that set up!! Wat"s the address of the company where you got the transmission gear from?? Cheers Rob.

[@jay7264]

looks like a 20hp Honda gx series vtwin

[@CEDRWUT420FILMZ]

THAT IS FUCKING BEEEEEEAAAST! the only thing would make it more beast is if u ditch the cvt and put in a dirtbike gearbox wit 5 gears and a clutch

[@elepskymillan]

Did you make the frame yourself ?

[@944joey]

Yes. I fanned everything here.

[@kaldiver]

I see lots of vtwin vert shaft motors for sale but what does a horizontal shaft motor typically come in? so I can find a donor for my scale 32 project. Also, what type of clutch or tranny do you use? thanks!

[@Nza420]

what's the top speed? I have a horizontal twin just beggin' to be used for something like this!

[@marcdonaldson8196]

can I possibly do this with the OCC Schwinn Stingray frame?? I have one and havent started my project yet. Any info like steering geo. or stretching frames, or anything at all would be most appreciated thx

[@944joey]

I probably wouldn't use this engine. That frame may not hold up too well. You could do a 6hp single and have good luck. I have built a few with the 6hp and they still fly!

[@chriskey7426]

Man I would love for you to build me one 🤘🏻

[@cxbra]

Theres nothing mini about that beast!

[@RGD-Audio-Repairs]

thats sounds fecking beast :D

[@OnlyMeRCii]

So Sick!

[@stevenmichael558]

I ALWAYS FAVORED A LARGE FRONT TIRE.

[@944joey]

@goblue21450 Depending on materials and parts.... Anywhere from a couple hundred to a grand if you use trick billet parts etc.. plus the clutch setup.

[@944joey]

HaHa, yeah that was my wife. She didnt know I was just testing it out. As you can see the front brakes were temporary and tiny. The rear caliper wasn't on there yet either. The guy I sold it to after I finished it has had it over 60. It actually does "rip ass" now lol.

[@deepfreezevideo]

She has an adorable laugh.

[@josieldasilvaoziel7548]

very nice\ my bro.

[@Revelation13-8]

Never heard any of them have as nice sound as this one , dont sound completely like a moped

[@KanbuzREVOLATiON]

Pls help i want to make my own mini chopper like yours.How can i do?

[@j65bj]

Where did you get the back rim and tire from?

[@944joey]

I am sure there's a way. Anything is possible.

[@electroguy2007]

Take it to Sturgis lol, if ya still have it

[@944joey]

Sold it right after this video years ago.

[@electroguy2007]

@@944joey Dang it

[@944joey]

Check Northern Tool and Equipment. You ought to be able to get one around 1200. new

[@sinaruma6106]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jrtuck9895]

Hey are you still buliding these mini choppers ?

[@Subcoolschool]

Fantastic ! Nice work.. I see that the video gamers gave you a thumbs down.. that's okay.. those fuckers couldn't change the batteries in their own remotes..

[@acidangelster]

AWESOME FUCKIN SOUND!.......i LOVE PEOPLE LIKE U.

[@Jeta95145]

dude, that's no mini chopper, that's a real fukkin chopper!! 18 horses?? I've only got a 6 hp, 196 cc engine for my own chopper project! Keep on ridin'!!