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MiniBike Mike’s Garage
United States
Приєднався 26 гру 2020
My hobby is building Honda CT70 and related style bikes. I’m not a Honda purist and build most of my bikes with larger aftermarket engines. My videos aren’t flashy or include fancy camera work, just simple filming of my daily life in my garage. Thanks for following along.
Fall Ride in West Virginia and a big bore swap.
Thanks for watching.
“Ride The Divide” - 60+ mile back country ride thru Cass/Durbin/Green Bank, WV.
Sept. 21, 2024
Here is a link to the TB Parts “Big Bore” kit, that I used in this video:
tbparts.com/product/tb-141-bore-kit-120cc-engines-lifanimport-heads/
#HondaCT70 #Lifan125 #TBParts
“Ride The Divide” - 60+ mile back country ride thru Cass/Durbin/Green Bank, WV.
Sept. 21, 2024
Here is a link to the TB Parts “Big Bore” kit, that I used in this video:
tbparts.com/product/tb-141-bore-kit-120cc-engines-lifanimport-heads/
#HondaCT70 #Lifan125 #TBParts
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Відео
IceBear Champion (CT70 clone) quick update.
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Purchased new in June of 2022, I began the transformation of this clone, into looking as closely to a 1978 Honda CT70 as possible. One of the last changes I wanted to make was swapping the stock front disc brake for the 1978 version drum brake. It took a little work, but I got it done. #hondact70 #Lifan #minitrail
Another Michigan camp bike saved. It’s For Sale, along with a Candy Red CT70 K1.
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Another one of the Michigan camp bikes has been partially saved. This time, it’s a Candy Yellow CT70 K1. This bike retains its original engine, but has had a few upgrades: new piston, rings, gaskets and electronic ignition. Due to all the Michigan bikes missing their seats and exhaust, this bike has a used seat, an aftermarket exhaust and aftermarket throttle. Bike runs, rides, stops and could ...
Final video on 700+ mile road trip. Unpacking the tool box!
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Here is list of videos for the 700 mile trip. Link to chain break tool. amzn.to/4dczsVp Trip video: ua-cam.com/video/i7DAL0IkT6g/v-deo.htmlsi=9RhDoFhTNLCao6fj How did they do: ua-cam.com/video/eHU7WWzlDco/v-deo.htmlsi=SBOprBHh5EScdU9O S65 build video: ua-cam.com/video/MH8MiMeLyrw/v-deo.htmlsi=HK3mPhF7iNc0c0lO CT110 build video: ua-cam.com/video/NvMCPllLYCM/v-deo.htmlsi=4DcaVjXzWwnmuSNA CL70 K3 ...
Test Video. Can I figure out how to merge two GoPros, Voice Memos and music into one video?
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As stated, I was really disappointed in how the ride footage from our Michigan trip turned out. My goal is to get better. This is the first step in producing better ride coverage. #Gopro12 #ADV #Adventure
Amazon add ons….how did they work? 700+ miles on 4 Honda minibikes.
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This is my review of the items we purchased and took along on our 700 mile journey around Lake Michigan. These are solely my opinions and a review of the specific items we used. Hopefully, if you purchase any of these items, you’ll have the same results as ours. #Amazon #HondaCT70 #Lifan
Routine maintenance - a boring video of a regular day at MBM’s Garage.
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My 2022 Amigo Rocky (CT70 clone) needed some attention. I don’t usually film the mundane, regular maintenance type stuff, that happens during a regular day, but……. I thought I throw something different at you. My shop is no different than yours, I have struggles and frustrations during builds also. Here’s a glimpse at a typical day at MiniBike Mikes Garage. #HondaCT70 #Trail70 #MiniTrail
Review of the bikes, after our 700+ mile adventure.
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We rode these bikes: Wide open throttle for many miles In pouring rain to lite drizzle Thru windy conditions On gravel / dirt roads How did they hold up? Here are build videos and the final ride video: S65 build video: ua-cam.com/video/MH8MiMeLyrw/v-deo.htmlsi=HK3mPhF7iNc0c0lO CT110 build video: ua-cam.com/video/NvMCPllLYCM/v-deo.htmlsi=4DcaVjXzWwnmuSNA CL70 K3 build video: ua-cam.com/video/Kdn...
Mini Bike Road Trip - 717 miles around Lake Michigan.
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During June 26 thru June 30, 2024, myself and three friends (Brock, Isaac & Jake) rode Lifan powered little Hondas 717 miles, from Milwaukee, WI to Muskegon, MI. We traveled north from Milwaukee, up to Munising, MI, then back down thru the U.P. and down the eastern shoreline of Lake Michigan, to Muskegon. This video is a snapshot of our trip and the transactions that happened along the way. I h...
Packed up and Ready to go……Michigan, here we come!
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Packed up and Ready to go……Michigan, here we come!
Lights and security - a few tweaks to the Honda CT110 adventure bike.
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Lights and security - a few tweaks to the Honda CT110 adventure bike.
800 Mile Adventure - Bike #3 of 4, Honda CL70K3
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800 Mile Adventure - Bike #3 of 4, Honda CL70K3
Honda CT70K3 - my Dad saved this one!
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Honda CT70K3 - my Dad saved this one!
Honda CT70K1 - video #3 - let’s take it for a rip!
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Honda CT70K1 - video #3 - let’s take it for a rip!
Honda CT70 K1 - video #2, disassembly…..and broken parts.
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Honda CT70 K1 - video #2, disassembly…..and broken parts.
Can we save it? …….a rotted Honda CT70
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Can we save it? …….a rotted Honda CT70
Can I Get It To Run? - Honda CT70K1
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Can I Get It To Run? - Honda CT70K1
28 riders….small bore bikes….100+ miles!
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28 riders….small bore bikes….100 miles!
Indiana BMV - can I title my frame?
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Indiana BMV - can I title my frame?
Two Weeks Away - Let’s ride minibikes!!
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Two Weeks Away - Let’s ride minibikes!!
MBM’s “On The Road” - Bandera, TX to meet subscriber Marcus!
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MBM’s “On The Road” - Bandera, TX to meet subscriber Marcus!
Diagnosing a “no spark” issue on your Honda 12v clone engine.
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Diagnosing a “no spark” issue on your Honda 12v clone engine.
Honda CT110 - Bike #2 for 800 miles around Lake Michigan!
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Honda CT110 - Bike #2 for 800 miles around Lake Michigan!
Spring Ride 2024 - let’s build a bike to ride!
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Spring Ride 2024 - let’s build a bike to ride!
Trail Buddy speedometer - first impression
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Trail Buddy speedometer - first impression
Preparing a Honda S65 / Lifan 125 for a long trip.
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Preparing a Honda S65 / Lifan 125 for a long trip.
Please revisit this topic, sir! Highly interesting for someone who would consider going the st90 route. It could be a good adjunct to the ct 70 market.
In case you didn’t know TB parts has a section of their site full of technical info. I’m pretty they have instructions there on how to install the big bore kit there.
@@zachsiebers5742 I’m aware, but……I’ve watched too many Mustie1 videos, over the past 15 years, and he refuses to look info up, before he works on something. Part of the fun is seeing if you can figure it out on your own. I only mentioned instructions, because I know some out there would freak out without them.
Hey, Mike. Thanks for all the videos. I'm setting up an Icebear Champion for ADV riding. I was hoping you might be able to suggest a GPS speedo, usb charging system, maybe some bags? I just swapped out my front fork oil yesterday and got it registered today. Slow progress, but I'm having fun. Thank you 👍
@@aFriendlyPest GPS Speedo amzn.to/4fzglXk USB amzn.to/3LWarCb I’ve not used bags, no suggestion there.
@@MiniBikeMike Thanks, Mike.
will a tb harness work with these engines I would like to buy the labeled one for turn signals previous owner did a bunch of custom wiring I don't understand. would like to keep turn signals and all the street legal factors of the harness sense I know tb has just basic harnesses
@@bamax8845 Yes, a Trail Buddy harness would work. You can also contact Alan Adams, of Cajun Maddogs. He is a dealer for the Champions and sells a stock harness, that should be plug-n-play.
@@MiniBikeMike thank you for the swift reply would it be better to use the tb harness if I plan on upgrading to the lifan 140 manual miss having the clutch besides that really liking my new to me icebear
@@bamax8845 If you go to a TB harness, every connector on the bike or harness will need to be changed. If you get a new Champion harness, the lights and everything on the bike should plug right in. When you swap to a 140, you’ll only have the engine to harness plug to worry about. TB harness or Champion harness…..your call.
I found the video extremely helpful. I have two CT70’s KO’s built in 1971, and some of the parts websites had me totally confused about which model style I had based on VIN number. Greatly appreciated…….going to check out some of your other videos.
@@bfowler1000 Thanks!
Should put a zs190cc in it 5 speed electric start also has kick 70mph they usually come as a kit with oil cooler and carb.💯🫡👍✌️
@@josephsaucedo8691 The oil cooler is exactly why I don’t mess with the bigger engines. I want my bikes to look as closely to stock as possible. Original bikes didn’t have oil coolers, so they’re a big eyesore, in my opinion.
@@MiniBikeMike it also keeps you oil from cooking on long rides . It's also optional 💯🫡👍✌️
@@josephsaucedo8691 I did the 190 thing, like 15 years ago. I’m aware of what an oil cooler does. I’m more into the looks of a bike, rather than the performance. All my bikes have to have the engine guard, which is hard to fit on the 190/212’s. In a nutshell, I did those engines a long time ago, I’ve moved past them.
Your half-assed winging is pretty good work. It's encouraging to me to dive into a little motor work. I'm not a mechanic but i an inclined to wrench. I'd love to go on that ride in September but we are moving into a new house the week prior and I'd probably need a lawyer if i took off that weekend. 😅😅
@@neilmoore7805 Thanks! They’re just minibikes, jump in there and start turning wrenches. 👍🏻
It will be most interesting to see the results.
@@EinarLerschen I’ve started it a few times and ran it thru some heat cycles. I’ve yet to ride it, other than that little trip down the street and back.
There's a guy out of Oregon that did a GY6 twin cylinder and nothing flies I wonder if there's somebody that makes twin cylinders for those type of engines
@@user-vh7us4xp2i You need to look up Allen Millyard or Les Dan on UA-cam. They’ve built multi cylinder engines for years.
Do you know anybody that makes a twin cylinders for those things
@@user-vh7us4xp2i None that do it on a production level.
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How fun! Really good to see y'all like-minded people enjoying what you love. A great assortment of Honda CB's, the small displacement kings of yesterday, and the Ice Bear w the fat knobby tires - flashback! Your folks, your family, what an ending to a most memorable day; the house and their hospitality will forever be remembered. Thank you, Warner Family!
@@horsewnoname872 Thanks for watching!
That kit is a 141 kit
@@lesheath6216 Correct. I misspoke. The kit with the shorter cylinder is 138cc. I bought both kits, like 4 months ago and forgot there was a 3cc difference between the two.
@@MiniBikeMikeI have the same kit on my 125 clone
@@lesheath6216 Did it add anything? More speed? More torque? Will I notice a change from the 125cc?
piston cut outs around wrist pin one bal. with high dome 2 nd. helps control piston expansion HAPPY WRENCHEN
@@donrice8026 Thanks for watching and commenting.
Straightening out the difference in the K0 - K1 distinction (hdlight wo the speedo/ odometer combined and the large taillight) is appreciated! If the K1 continues w the three speed semi-automatic tranny, you said it all. It's amazing to watch you 'go after' these bikes and sharing what's first to begin the diagnosis; you're a true renaissance man infusing up to date mods on these treasured characters. Nice ZTR, beautiful home, and yeah, comfy garage! Awesome Show!
Cool
@@cainbeeping8480 Hey Cain!
Good thing you trimmed the gasket around the o-ring, or it may have caused a gap in the gasket.
@@notagain8661 Yeah, I don’t think this kit was really meant for my Zongshen engine, but I made it work. 🤷🏻♂️
Hope it all comes together perfectly! Started right up and ran great; you had an O-ring on the shelf, suggests that trimming the gasket was the right thing. How many.CC's now?
@@horsewnoname872 The kit says it’s 141cc now. I’m not sure the kit was intended to be used with my engine. I think on Lifan’s, they have an o-ring in that spot, that gets reused. My Zongshen didn’t have one, but I made it work…..I think! Time will tell.
Watching this at work, my coil that runs to spark plug is a green prong and yellow prong but the wires are the same in video just got a different spark wire but it's a lifan 125cc hopefully this works
@@kingstonstout-cb8py Green is ground, yellow (or gold) is the 12v positive terminal.
Hey Mike, the coil can still be bolted to the frame correct ? What you said was that because the coil had the 2 wires running from it, one being the green wire that it is already grounded. I just want to confirm that by bolting the coil back up to the intended spot on the frame will not be shorting it or messing anything up right ?
@@codycameron506 Yes, it’s ok to bolt to frame.
great job
@@jeffferguson899 Thanks Jeff!
Enjoyed it, Mike! I will be interested to see what the performance difference will be. The increase in compression with the domed piston might give it some extra oomph.
@@stuartappleton4178 I’ll be doing testing, over the next couple weeks, changing carbs, etc. I’ve got a little time to try and dial things in for peak performance.
Awesome video mike 👍
@@gerardkenny8408 Thanks buddy!
hurry up Mike, make a new video on that 57mm upgrade. Is it worth it?
@@MrPurnaras I just installed it yesterday and have started the engine twice. Give me a few days and I’ll post an update video. 😀
Cool SL 90 bike with regular wheels not the same CT 70's wheels that I don't like it .. wish have that kind of bike of my own!!! 👍👍👍
@@PhillipWSampsonSr Plenty of ST90’s out there, just buy one.
@@MiniBikeMike it is rare model to find em since they made em short time
@@PhillipWSampsonSr They made them 3 years. There are tons of them out there, not rare at all. Heck, I’ve owned 20+ of them, over the years.
@@MiniBikeMike oh u lucky have em!!!! I'm so jealous lol
@@PhillipWSampsonSr It’s not luck. You have to put yourself in a position to get the things you want. I’m not one to sit back and hope it happens, I make it happen.
We’ll see how it does 👍🏾
@@franciscoolvera6871 I’m not expecting much of a gain, but we’ll see what happens. 😀
I enjoyed the video, and absolutely love the ST90. Although you didn't show it, I'm assuming you did torque those head bolts. I like that you showed how easy it is to install the big bore kits on these engines.
@@bartgoins1782 By torquing the heads bolts, if you meant put a wrench on them and tighten until they felt tight……yep, I torqued them. 🤣
I like it. Just changed the head on the ruckus and had never done that either. Sadly I was missing some parts so I couldn't get it started that day
@@Smallbore2wheels Bummer. I’m not sure that this particular kit was meant for my Zongshen engine, but…..I made it work. 👍🏻
@@MiniBikeMike let's see how it holds up during the break in and testing period 😎🤙🏼
I need to rebuild my cb125s's front struts, bumping up to the 200's... As much as i love my Navi, for those speeds I gotta step up to 125cc. Might try to go. It's lovely country out there.
@@pellingt Ben’s ride will happen at a MUCH slower speed, than my Spring Ride. I’m pretty sure he’s taking the same route, that he took me on in April 2023. With a fuel stop and a very quick lunch, it took us over 5 hours to go 60 miles. It was quite the ride. I wouldn’t be going back for a second trip, if it wasn’t worth it. Come join us!
I have no problem with speed, just wasn't prepared last time. Tech question: with more CC, but no carb adjustment, shouldn't it be running lean now?
@@pellingt I’m not sure on your carb question. I did purchase a 24mm Nibbi, to try on this engine. Over the next couple weeks, I’ll be swapping some parts to try and find the peak setup.
For you saying you hadn’t ever fitted rings to a piston, you made it look like a pro. Just to mention a good idea… when removing or installing wrist pin cir-clips, putting a clean rag over the crankcase opening can prevent a clip getting “launched” into the engine !!
@@donsoule6411 👍🏻
Lol that ride is on my birthday.
@@MAD450r2 Well, that sounds like a great reason to join. 👍🏻
It’s the day before mine 🤔
Man I just bought a TB big bore kit for my Z50R! Great video!
@@linksgarage1985 Make sure you check out the TB Parts website for instructions. Don’t follow how I did it. 🤣🤣
@@MiniBikeMike fore sure man! I’ll keep you posted on how it goes 🤣
Love the “half assery” comment! That cracked me up! 😂😂😂
@@mikeb6431 I’m really anxious to put some miles on it and see how it does. I’ve got another adventure ahead of me and I’d like to not have any engine related issues.
Thanks for walking us through that process. I think she'll be solid for the 1000 mile trip. Winging it worked out pretty darn good 🤣
@@southeastvintagecyclerescue I’ll find out over the next few weeks. This bike jumped back to the top of my daily riders. I’ll be really curious to see if the added bore gives it any more giddyup.
Guess I can’t go, not legal & don’t wear a helmet 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@Sgsl70 Come join me. Ain’t nobody gonna say anything. 😀
Hey mike im thinking of getting a icebear champion 125 and asking if you can make a video of everything you should do out the box to make the bike reliable
@@abelqtpie9936 Those videos should already be on my channel, from when I picked up my Champion a couple years ago. “….to make the bike reliable”….. I took the emissions equipment off mine. I pulled the black plastic plug covering the air/fuel mix screw and added washers to the swingarm. That’s all you really need to make it a fun, reliable ride. Any other changes are really just personal riding experience changes.
Good job, Mike! It's good to hear your voice. Nice Soundtrack too. It's great fun riding on the roads lined with Indiana corn. Rock on!
@@JoeKuka-s8u Hey Joe! Awesome to see your name pop up. Thanks for watching. At some point, we plan to make a trip north and I’ll check out the riding in your area.
Great video Mike. I'm a late comer because I lucked into your channel. Have to tell you how good it is to look over your shoulder and hear your thoughts while you revive these little legends. You're teaching folks with some experience turning wrenches and a love for Mini Hondas; watching you revive another golden 70 striped down to the bone, the rusty but solid 70 you put a Lifen on was most impressive. You're fantastic at what you share freely and a very valuable resource for years to come. Thank you!
@@horsewnoname872 Thanks! I appreciate you take the time to watch.
Hi Mike, i went to replace the battery in my son's 1991 Honda CT70 and found a huge mouse nest underneath. I am trying to clean it out and in the process found 2 wires that were broken off from who knows where. One is green with a yellow stripe and the other is black they are taped together. Would you know where they come from? TY
@@devonm7868 Sounds like they are the foot brake switch, for lighting the brake light. Black is 12v power into the switch and green/yellow is the power leaving the switch to the light.
Sounds good and looks better,vary nice!!!
@@PatrickMayer-yu2wp Thanks!
how did you get each part for the bike i just bought a project sl70 and I need few parts to restore it bought it for 400$ it came with an stuck engine wheels+ the who frame except the plastics
@@P_Five65 I started with a complete, running/riding bike. There are a couple more videos on it.
Thanks for sharing! Captivating from start to finish, fine, fine, Tutorial, and the ride at the end made my jaw drop, a couple of those throttle-enticed wheelies really was a pleasure to watch. Hope to see this one when you're finished - Awesome!
@@horsewnoname872 That was a good bike. I sold it to a subscriber. He brought it back to my shop in April and rode it 105 miles with us, during the Spring Ride that I hosted.
Love that bike really awesome fun enjoy ride!!!
@@PhillipWSampsonSr Thanks! Yes, it’s a fantastic little bike!