Honda ST90….I swapped engines to a Lifan 125cc semi-auto.

[@domenik8339]

I have a 200cc Lifan dualsport, and I like having the quiet exhaust too! I wanna get out and see nature, not scare it all away!

[@johnoconnor5581]

Glad you went back to the prior exhaust. At our age, we need to do what works for us and not feel like we have to explain anything to anybody. Besides, we’re dealing with mini bikes. It should be all about fun.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@johnoconnor5581 Thanks

[@jeffferguson899]

I like the quieter exhausts as well

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@jeffferguson899 I don’t ride with music in my ear or any other noises. I enjoy just taking in the sights and sounds of the area I’m riding thru. I think that exhaust would have overpowered the ability to hear anything else around me.

[@donsoule6411]

Semi-Auto Clutch fan here also… having a few apart to clean and rebuild, and after watching a couple YT videos that detail how it works, I’m convinced they truly are solid and well designed components. Not only makes a bike easier to ride, it adds a layer of safety. Can tell you’ve done a lot of thinking to improve your enjoyment of this road trip from all you’ve learned from the Lake Michigan roundly-roundly!! Looking forward to you taking us followers along…

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@donsoule6411 Thanks Don.

[@bartgoins1782]

What a great update! Thanks. I can totally understand your reasoning for going to the Lifan 125cc. Thanks again, Mike.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@bartgoins1782 Thanks! In the end, I had to stay true to my Lifan 125’s. 😄

[@jakespeed6515]

That Lifan won’t let you down! In regards to long haul rides, regardless of bike get custom moulded ear plugs.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@jakespeed6515 I like to hear my surroundings. That’s why I don’t listen to music or any other sounds. I don’t wear earplugs, because I want to hear what’s going on around me. Big reason I ditched that exhaust.

[@jakespeed6515]

@@MiniBikeMike the ear plugs will not drown out all the sounds, just the ones that can damage your hearing, but your choice Brother.

[@franciscoolvera6871]

That louder exhaust sounded nice !! 👍🏾

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@franciscoolvera6871 It does have an awesome tone…..just more than I wanted for 1000 mile trip.

[@horsewnoname872]

Great show, Mike! Great looking exhaust and install. That 'throaty' sound, your family would hear you crossing Indian Creek long before you got home - annoying. What was called a Header Pipe was installed on a xl350 '74 I had and changed it for the worst. Awesome bag! Be Safe.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@horsewnoname872 Thanks! Yeah, it was just a little much for me. It’s a beautiful exhaust and very well constructed.

[@gavincopeman2304]

Good choice of enginge swap Mike. Especially for the reliability factor. That exhaust sounded really good and throaty but yes wise choice on changing it out on the other one considering the long hours of riding you have ahead of you. Kerp up the great work Mike, and I will keep on watching! 👍

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@gavincopeman2304 Thanks

[@lloydlacross1358]

Good call on the exhaust. some tunes and curb feelers on that thing and cruise

[@mikeb6431]

Great video Mike. I think you made the right decision. That’s a long ride to have to listen to an abnormally loud exhaust.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@mikeb6431 Thanks Mike. Yeah, comfort is gonna be key, on a trip this long.

[@geoffreyjones2000]

Now I love that bike

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@geoffreyjones2000 You and me both, brother.

[@SAM-zt2uy]

Wanting to swap my Dax clone to the Lifan 125 semi auto. I know a guy that had one in a Honda cub and did over 100,000 miles (YES REALLY) before it was toast.

[@landoroelandt6188]

I have a over racing titanium pipe and its so good on a 140zongshen (I like it loud) my neighbors hate me 😅😂 great video love from belguim

[@Smallbore2wheels]

That louder exhaust would be fun for around town but not for that long of a trip

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@Smallbore2wheels Agreed.

[@zachsiebers5742]

I put the DB killer on my BartMoto exhaust. Made a big difference

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@zachsiebers5742 I don’t know what that is, but I’m happy with the exhaust I have on it. I’ll use the loud pipe, just not on a bike I’m riding 1000 miles. 😀

[@rogerwright7112]

Mike, I can't take the sound from the loud exhaust either. Not long term on a ride.

[@jerrybouchelle3718]

I think that the head pipe size is more of an issue choking the engine down than the muffler itself . Also. I wonder if you made a mini baffle for the other pipe that would calm the bark down without hurting performance

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@jerrybouchelle3718 In the six miles I rode, with the bigger exhaust, I saw/felt no difference in performance.

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

I like that bike.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@larrynorsworthy8582 Thanks

[@aFriendlyPest]

Good morning, Mike. We just got home from our first camp ride. The Icebear Champions did great. We rode about 170 miles in total and packed all our gear and food for primitive camping. It was probably one of my favorite adventures I've been a part of. I might as well ask a question while I'm here. I would like to add saddlebags to eliminate my backpack. Have you seen an exhaust mod to route it lower or a kit otherwise for saddlebags on these? Be safe out there. Thanks for the video.

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@aFriendlyPest Sounds like a fun trip! I’ve seen low exhaust. The most common one is a short pipe/muffler, that runs under the engine and exits behind the right footpeg. I think it’s available on eBay, Amazon or some of the parts suppliers. I’ve also seen guys make brackets, that allow the bag/box to hang beside the stock exhaust, without touching it.

[@fyerfytr]

Thanks Mike, Thats the engine I went with on my ct70 k1. I also went with nibbi carb 22mm what size is your carb on it? Thanks for the recommendation and good luck on the ride!

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@fyerfytr I use a Nibbi 22mm on all my 125cc’s. Thanks for watching!

[@wildman3541]

What is that on the back? axillary gas tank? where did you get that Mike. Thanks

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@wildman3541 Yes. The stock tank only holds .5 gallon. I added a 1.5 gallon tank to the back. Tank was purchased on Amazon.

[@wildman3541]

@@MiniBikeMike Thank you

[@HeyItsAsmus]

is this engine the 1P54FMI engine that is 54x54 and N-1-2-3-4? If so is it your favorite of the Lifan 125 motors

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@HeyItsAsmus Yes. Yes.

[@wildman3541]

What is the exhaust on that? where did you get it? Thanks, Wildman RG3

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@wildman3541 Chinese copy of stock exhaust. Purchased on Amazon.

[@wildman3541]

@@MiniBikeMike Thank you

[@kennyhelms277]

Do those bikes have any engine vibrations?

[@MiniBikeMike]

@@kennyhelms277 This bike has a slight vibration at 40-44mph, but it’s the bike, not the engine. Swapped engines and vibration is still there. I must have a tire out of balance. The engines are smooth as butter.

[@cainbeeping8480]

👍

[@therodenthitman]

I'm using that Bartmoto big bore exhaust on my zs212 and it's great. Loctite those fancy nuts, i lost mine after a couple heat cycles.