Unlock Free Horsepower On Your Mini Bike Engine!!!

Today we see how much free HP we can make on a 196cc mini bike engine. We jet up the carb, gut the muffler for more flow, open up the air filter box, and port the head. We see a decent bump in power even though this engine tested as the lowest performing engine on our dyno.
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[@RedBeardsGarage]

@drewstockinger6319 You are the chosen one 🎉 Please email [e-mail] with proof of person, name, address, and phone number to claim your torque wrench.

[@baileymurray5592]

Weld up the camshaft for some more free horsepower

[@AppalachianWrench]

It’s crazy how those scammers try to get people. I had a TikTok video get 12 million views last summer in which I was doing a drawing for an Amsoil prize pack. It consisted of everyone that correctly guessed what I paid for the tools in the said video. I had over 1,000 people message me saying they had received a message from me saying they had won, when I had done the actual drawing in separate video already lmbo. It sucks and you end up with a bunch of accounts imitating you and reposting and stealing your content. Keep up the great work and God Bless!

[@brianboyle8432]

My kids started racing go karts and i decided to build a motor for my daughter after hers went out. I found your channel, and used what i learned here to build the motor. She won her next race with that motor.

[@joshgnzlez116]

That is awesome! congrats! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@RandomPerson-ob1hk]

How bads the muffler sound, or lack thereof lol

[@soupy7948]

this man got a PB blaster sponsor... this is how you know you've made it kids.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

We have been truly blessed! Thanks for watching and supporting us!

[@edgelord3428]

@@RedBeardsGarage when is the exhaust gonna come back in stock?

[@dustysrandom5079]

The making of the commercial, “hey Lonnie grab the camera and follow me around trying to find stuff to spray!” Love the show. Y’all having too much fun with Jim’s dong.

[@keebz9371]

What I love about your videos! 1. You often refer to God and love. Right on! 2. Your tutorials are fun to watch and not boring like so many others. 3. You have a sweet relationship with your wife! Double cool my guy and gal! 4. Your buddy and you get along so well. 5. You are real and genuine. I would use that torque wrench every week. I’d make sure it gets well used! Thanks either way for the awesome, kind, helpful content. Keep up the great work.

[@filthyanimal874]

Your #1 is my favorite too.🙂✝️❤️

[@liam96condon]

The amount of Knowledge I’ve gained from watching your videos is immense! I started with a JimmyDong 163cc engine from the early 2000s that I brought back to life from watching your Road to Horsepower series! Love all that you guys do here at RBG! Thanks for the free horsepower AND education Playa 😎

[@patgravel-z1o]

Free hp and free tool god bless you guys, having a spouse that will support the other's passion is awesome love your videos keep up the great work

[@RedBeardsGarage]

I am truly blessed to have her. Thanks for watching and supporting us!

[@danhanczaruk437]

1st off, love the channel and the content. I've learned alot from you over the yrs since I've been watching since the beginning. I have purchased parts from you multiple time. Coils, magnetic oil stick, and most recently the steel bushings for mb200. You channel has a great variety of content, knowledge, entertainment, and the humor makes it better. Always having a good laugh while working/building. You wife has been a great addition to this episode specifically and the others also. I'm not just commenting to try for a "free tool", I want you all to know that I genuinely love your channel, attitude towards the hobby, a good laugh, and the wealth of knowledge. Yall are great! Jim's dong just didn't carry the "load". 😂

[@RedBeardsGarage]

I truly appreciate comments like this. We are honored to entertain and teach you new things. I really appreciate the support.

[@BigVanLittleAdventures]

I'm just getting into the hobby and decided to build this engine just to get my feet wet. I guess if it doesn't explode, I know I did something right. Haha

[@davidholcomb9961]

Blaster products are awesome. Using the surface shield on my truck to repel rust.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

All their stuff is amazing. We go through more than we should lol.

[@timterell6671]

The surface shield is awesome I use it on my 2013 Silverado and it is rust free to this day and I live in Ohio which is horrible for a vehicle

[@fanofoldfans9238]

I pulled the JD engine off my new Trailmailmaster-2 and I'm building a Predator 224 with an ARC billet rod, flat top piston, and safe flywheel. I did the same type of porting to the head with my Dremel maybe not as much as yours. I have to set the ring gaps to about .012. Those torque wrenches you have are sure way better than my 15 yr old Harbor Freight pittsburg 1/2". All your videos motivated me to do all these mods. Now I can't wait to put it together and ride it! I love this stuff and your videos!

[@rcclassiccrawlers4368]

Free HP is always a good thing. And a free all expense paid trip to your mailbox for a torque wrench is another good thing. Cool video on getting by with the bare minimum. 👍👌

[@ollieclyde1]

Love how the wife and you team up . I try the same with my daughters but they are not into turning wrenches . Ive tried some of your tricks on a harbor freight predator engine . God bless and keep the quality vids coming out .

[@garyarthur2953]

"I was just too strong the first time" 😂😂 God bless, guys.

[@robschramm9821]

I love that you do a variety of engines. It helps everyone out no matter what their budget is. It’s also great to see real numbers on the dyno. Thank you for all you do.

[@anthonyweeks7722]

You could play with the cam timing to push the HP peak higher in the RPM band. Then shim up the valve springs. You could also scallop the top spring retainers to lighten them up to help reduce valve float. You might be able to take a little weight off the rocker arms too...

[@sreetglidemikej6698]

You guys are doing a great job. A lot of good info you provide for the DIY people. Keep up the great work.

[@bryanjohnson8162]

I love that this was more of a simple breakdown for us people who aren't mechanics some of these videos are geared towards people who already know the lingo and what they're doing Thanks!!!!!

[@aaronyoung6937]

Removing the throttle stop screw and zip tying the spring was a major improvement for me on my Cole B200R

[@devinseals7151]

Love your videos man my papaw worked on small engines all his life watching theses videos reminds me of him every time

[@julieanddavidmyers6641]

It was nice to see your Mrs. Usually she is the camera gal. Great support to you!

[@anthonyrollins9825]

your so strong !@!@!@!@!@!@!@!@!@!@! loved this video , helping all us poors out with some free power.

[@christiannagy8417]

I really love these videos, they teach me so much and i watched'em like 20 times to gain the most out of it.. i'm rebuilding a engine right now and it's litrally the best way to spend your time on

[@RedBeardsGarage]

It is the most addicting hobby for sure. Thanks for supporting us!

[@MichaelDario]

Much love! Had a blast. Hope to get muddy with you fellas again soon!

[@donb.3074]

Great job guy's, I just purchased an mb200 project... your videos help a lot .thanks

[@JVScustoms]

I’m diggin your road to horsepower series. Pretty cool seeing what each upgrade does. Thanks RBG!!!

[@prestonsgarageandgaming653]

Hey I’m trying to build a 212cc predator but I just turned 16 and I can’t really afford a new torque wrench I could really use one and I love seeing your content especially when you interact with you family.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Thank you for supporting the channel.

[@SportbikerNZ]

That muffler was a lot of work :)

[@JohnSharp-wc7uu]

This is the answer I was looking for about my junkyard 196cc.

[@Stormclowe]

Your videos taught me more than my dad did about small engines. Thanks guys.

[@donavanclark8343]

I absolutely love your channel, the information I've learned has been great!! Your sense of humor is fantastic as well. Thank you for what you do!

[@anthonywiser5256]

Great video for the budget friendly💪🏼

[@T0ddM1tchell]

Have been enjoying the channel for awhile, the Dyno has been a Cool and Interesting shop tool. 👍❤️

[@Melvinthefish]

I been watching since back before yall built the new shop thinks for all the tips and knowledge,,I especially like how in this video you add the horse power in a safe way and not just going straight to removing the governor and leaving the factory flywheel on witch to me can be very dangerous info to spread to the young folks watching and not aware not to over Rev a stock flywheel when playing with the governor,I'm glad yall kept this safty factor in mind,,I have had a lot go karts it's a great hobby of mine I have never owned a torque wrench ironically lol, would love to add one to my tool box,put my name in the hat for a chance to win,keep doing what your doing love the old school free performance up grade tips and tricks!

[@RedBeardsGarage]

We really appreciate the support! I always try to preach the dangers in removing the governor and a lot of people don't listen lol.

[@markymark5281]

Interesting to see these mods and the results. And your wife did amazing job torquing those bolts down.

[@Deucealive75]

You had a 224. The stock 224 muffler is an upgrade to a stock 196 and will work with a large main jet and air filter kit. Check out it's 7/8" inlet.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Well I was trying not to use anything different that what came on the engine. Most people don't have the parts laying around. I will look at that though. I normally just throw them away when doing builds.

[@drewanderson8279]

That would be a wonderful tool for my son's starter tool box were building him!!! He has a small quad, a mini bike and a drift trike. Plus he is 5 years old!! Every time he sees your video drop while on his moms phone he says daddy red beard red beard!! He loves your show! His name is Damon Remington anderson! Thanks for all your content!!

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Thats awesome! Thank you for supporting us. We truly wouldn't be able to do this without people like you!

[@drewanderson8279]

@@RedBeardsGarage thanks guys!!!

[@johnhiggs325]

I have the next size up Precision torque wrench. It has a permanent home in my tractor barn.

[@msack6904]

Nice cheap upgrades, I need to do all these to my stock 196 in my Coleman CT200U-EX. Keep up the good videos. Love the scriptures, keep them up!

[@mr03mach12]

Great video always nice to get some of the family in turning some wrenches, I sure could use a red beards torque wrench

[@taylormcleroy4446]

Man I really am glad that your making these videos they really help me out

[@ADVENTURE_HP]

I love road to horsepower. Sweet giveaway idea

[@classyreaper5384]

For all the do it on a super budget people, this is a great video

[@420edu3]

Y'all the best , thank you kindly for your time

[@ARP3180]

Best torque wrench operator ever!

[@kassiehale7696]

Let's go Jimmy let's go woohoo! Love your videos my boys have two carts and two mini bikes I'm always working on your videos really help thanks for posting them.

[@AFFMotorsport]

Great to see what can be achieved for zero spend. Great vid Greg.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@phatbuds42019]

love your videos, i binge this guys content daily!!!

[@wp9002]

Love the free horsepower videos! More if possible.

[@romeoramirez2681]

The video quality is top notch as always 👏🏼, love to see more of these free/budget builds.

[@glenndorminey8527]

Enjoy the show. Went from vehicles to go carts due to health issues. I've learned a lot from watching your utube shows. God bless and keep you and yours always. John 3:16

[@questionableprojects]

Finally got my dad to get his first minibike! i'm on my 4th, can't wait to wrench on them together! :)

[@clubpasser123454321]

I love watching you dyno your engines. Let's me know what I can expect from each mod. Thanks for the great videos!

[@michaelalford7336]

Been watching u guys for a while love your content.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Thank you for your support!

[@brianlibby4423]

With all the predators I've been rebuilding I've always tried finding free ways to make power after this video I'm excited to make my 212 a little faster. Ps. I don't have a tourqe wrench that could come in handy 😊

[@RedBeardsGarage]

We have more free mods to come so stay tuned!

[@TheMeetnasty1]

What's up Red beard, Showing love out of Tucson Arizona.

[@jrburnsjr8431]

A governor and rockers and perfect

[@Matt-hz1oh]

Loving these builds and series! The hero(s) we need!!!

[@CodyMills-b4x]

Great channel been watch for years

[@fredericklogue6566]

Great Job once again. God bless you all, and keep the great videos coming.

[@cjw184]

Happy Easter!

[@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL13]

You should show people about a carb jet drill bit set. You can very precisely up your jets and know exactly what size you are at

[@viiessa6485]

Next build the wife should do it, and dye her hair red! Red Heads Garage. RHG! RHG! RHG!

[@izzynunez3334]

Your videos has been a blessing because i have been watching you guys from the start i have learned alot from you so if i get a torque wrench my prayers would be answered because you are a blessing in disguise :)

[@joevendramin9509]

I was using white lithium grease 40 years ago on my dirt bike chains. Better then any expensive chain lube.

[@AdamClapp-d7h]

Great video. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@jeremyclawson6893]

Ok ok oki would love to have a torque wrench!!! ❤❤ GO RED BEARDS garage!!!

[@amandarego9684]

I would absolutely take that torque wrench, but if that was indeed a 16 year old boy that was trying to round some tools up and not just a 38 year old man trying to bs you then give it to him. I have a Jimmy Dong on my trailmaster storm that has ample power. 18cc ported head, cs .265 cam, 22# springs, 24mm pwk, billet rod +.020, header, 32* timing. It would take a pretty healthy 212cc to compare. Great video as usual 👍

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Sounds like a pretty good build out!

[@flacjacket]

If you have a bridgeport you could deck the head down to raise the compression ratio. Also raising the redline is worth it because what really matters is area under the curve. If you are revving 20% higher then you can run 20% shorter gearing to achieve the same speed but with significantly improved acceleration.

[@gradeywarey4448]

I really appreciate the verses from the Bible @ the beginning of all you guys vids ! God bless you guys and keep it up !!

[@bowhunterphaze]

Love the videos!

[@justdave6587]

I’d use that torque wrench on my razor to get redbeard smooth without knicks. You got a right purty head

[@DustinDegler]

You could have shaved the head a bit with some sandpaper an a granite top and to add some cam lift you can grind a bit on the tip of the rocker an also shave the flywheel key to add some timing. free horsepower!

[@Smallwheelgardentractorpulling]

All glory to God for the talents he gave us and the hobbies that give us the foot in the door to plant seeds, ohh and nothing beats FREE horsepower!!!!!

[@justinpayne8411]

Fantastic videos , the scripture is a plus, really informative on everything you show us!!

[@jdawd44]

Great video!! Definitely stick with the 212 or 224, and Blaster!!

[@darrellnichter9894]

Lol ive done all those! Live and learn.

[@goodtimesgarage]

Oh yea rgb with the free HP!

[@mattgrant4143]

Side note, would love to see you guys do a CG clone engines! So many Chinese quads and dirt bikes use them (125cc, 190cc 250cc), would be amazing info for anyone who buys their kids (and themselves) the off brand stuff and are looking to get a bit more fun out of it!

[@protourfox]

cant wait to see that torque wrench :)

[@coalcr1]

Lol a lot of effort for very little gains. But y'all new that. Still a good video. I have been watching you guys for a long time. Keep the great videos coming.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Yeah this one was a dud at the end of the day. Fun making it though.

[@curby01]

Y’all vids are always dope. Love the road to horse power series

[@davidprice2226]

I missed out man my wife had me busy great video anyway be safe out there

[@stevemorrow3478]

Like the videos, you share good honest information. Keep up the good work!

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Thanks for supporting us!

[@dankeeton9599]

❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 Awesome job guys. Love your videos.

[@thebyrdsnestcc5141]

I love the video content and I would most greatly benefit from more precise torque in my life on my custom build I'm working on!😊

[@balamlinan9949]

Love the channel keep it up guys

[@bobbyacree467]

Really nice video! Love you guys! My teacher!

[@davidmiller571]

My torque elbow is all wore out and I need a wrench!

[@danquatrino5790]

Love watching your videos keep up the good work

[@051570orion]

Could you put a big piece of sandpaper on the Dyno and make a gas powered sander . Lol portable sandy . Good video , God Bless

[@ziphussle]

Love it can’t beat a $1000 bike!

[@MR_IC]

What about doing a horizontal piston port? Or even a vertical piston port?

[@clayrobbirds5361]

Need to see how much and old fashion mod picks up. Lays some welds on the cam lobes and polish it to see if it works my dad told me they used to that back in the day on Briggs engines and I question it.

[@RedBeardsGarage]

I was thing of continuing on with this series. Doing the old belt sander on the head and other things.

[@clayrobbirds5361]

@@RedBeardsGarage I’ve seen people do that on KZbin but it would be nice to see it on a dyno to see just how much the free mods pick up.

[@kevingauthier7973]

Thanks for the tips I will put them to use on my present project.

[@heaterz-n-beaterzkicksandc3588]

I'll take that free tork ranch ..thank ye

[@Jasonkartracing]

I got some news for you guys a buddy of mine that I used to race karts with his little brother was riding his mini bike and the flywheel came apart and cut a gash in his leg and it wasn’t a stock flywheel it was one of those cast aluminum flywheels. I contacted an engine builder that sells them and he said anything over 7500rpm billet or PVL

[@gpmedia1]

I love free horsepower and tools!😊

[@CarMa321]

Love your vids inspired my build!

[@mttoolguy1]

My Grandpa could use a torque wrench. I broke his old one. He builds my engines and i love him

[@VANTRUMP]

Enjoy watching your videos