Anybody in to vintage mini bikes?

[TX7]

Hi guys, just joined yesterday. I'm an older guy (60) that's played with flatheads and 2 stroke mini bikes since childhood. I can see the desire the younger folks have with predators, they're cool. Mainly I'm glad to see the younger generation interested in small engines and building stuff, no matter what your engine choice is. I'm into restoring vintage mini bikes. Is there much interest for that on this site? Let me know, I'll be lurking around. Thanks, TX7

 

[mckutzy]

There's a few of us here that have them... Most like the gokarts.. But none the less good to have you here..

 

[pRoFiT]

There's a few of us here that have them... Most like the gokarts.. But none the less good to have you here..

I thought you were going to say there are a few of us older guys. im getting up there but we do have some OLD guys on here. you guys know who i mean

 

[KartFab]

I like the old briggs 5 hp flatheads, but just for fun, not for a ton of performance. Even though this is a go kart forum, I PREFER MINI BIKES. there I came out and said it. AHHH!!!

 

[Bbqjoe]

I like the old briggs 5 hp flatheads, but just for fun, not for a ton of performance. Even though this is a go kart forum, I PREFER MINI BIKES. there I came out and said it. AHHH!!!

It is a little known, and unspoken fact.
Gokarters are gay!

 

[2SlickNick]

I am ROTF...!!!

 

[B_Bimmer]

I for one would love to see some of your projects and watch with interest, especially if there are pictures.

 

[TX7]

Not having any luck, I probably need a few more posts before I can do pictures.

 

[Bbqjoe]

Not having any luck, I probably need a few more posts before I can do pictures.

Scroll to bottom of your new post, click on manage attachments, upload from there.

 

[Hellion]

I like the vintage mini bikes for their smaller size, flathead engines (Briggs, Tecumseh, etc.) and the simplicity of their frames. I guess the collectors have largely snapped up all the good ones so for me I am keeping the idea of doing a modern build on the back burner---i.e. an Azusa or a Taco.

Show us what you got! :arf:

 

[pRoFiT]

Scroll to bottom of your new post, click on manage attachments, upload from there.

missed a step. if you do a "post quick reply" you wont see manage attachments. you need to click "Go advanced" or "Post Reply" first.

 

[Rail rider]

It is a little known, and unspoken fact.
Gokarters are gay!

I agree .... Wanna go for a ride on a live rail ? Dodging trains is a full time job...

 

[Bbqjoe]

I agree .... Wanna go for a ride on a live rail ? Dodging trains is a full time job...

I'll try anything once!

And if I like it, I'll try it again!

 

[TX7]

Are any of you mini bikers going to Windber PA for the Annual Mini Bike Reunion? It's coming up Father's Day weekend. I'll be there.

 

[TX7]

No response, I'll take that as a NO.

 

[Hellion]

Nope. Too far away I suppose. Are you gonna take photos for us?

 

[B.M.800]

If I ever get around to "restoring" this Fox Thunderbolt Id like to take it to Windber.

It was complete, except for the busted tail light and part of the exhaust.

 

[TX7]

Nope. Too far away I suppose. Are you gonna take photos for us?

I hope to post some pictures when I get back.

 

[ond]

TX7 are you at Windber yet ?

 

[TX7]

Leaving Friday.