Unboxing and Assembling the New American Lifan KP Mini 150cc Motorcycle - Honda Grom Clone

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  • Опубликовано: 31 авг 2023
  • Unboxing and assembly of the Lifan KP Mini 150cc Motorcycle. An alternative to the Honda Grom motorcycle.
    Non-affiliate Link to Lifan KP Mini 150cc in this video:
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    Amazon Link to the 125cc X-Pro Vader (Grom Clone) Not shown in video:
    www.amazon.com/X-PRO-Motorcyc...
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  • @scrambler69-xk3kv
    @scrambler69-xk3kv 5 месяцев назад +2

    Did it myself and I placed a step ladder across the bike and used a ratchet strap to hold the bike up while I installed the front wheel.

  • @jeffstewart7439
    @jeffstewart7439 9 месяцев назад +2

    the fact my guy did this with all hand tools made me smile! #LEGEND

  • @peterchristlieb
    @peterchristlieb 11 месяцев назад +4

    I can see a guy in the third world mounting an axle and wheels to the bottom of that crate and welding a crude tongue and hitch to one end.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад +1

      Frosty! Lots of welding on the bottom metal pallet. The cage bolted together, at least there's some Chinese steel for other projects/repairs. Thanks!

  • @mklein5179
    @mklein5179 11 месяцев назад +4

    Glad to see you back!

  • @fatbuddycat
    @fatbuddycat 11 месяцев назад +3

    Way to go! I'm loving life with my ct70 clone.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад +1

      Mini bike "style" bikes are really gaining in popularity. That CT70 clone is awesome! Thanks FBC!

  • @GardenTractorBoy
    @GardenTractorBoy 11 месяцев назад +1

    That is an interesting bike. It looks like it was packaged well and it was interesting to see this come together.

  • @DIYWilly
    @DIYWilly 11 месяцев назад +3

    Nice looking bike. I’ve always wanted one of the small China bikes. Years ago I was interested in the SSR Razkull and more recently I checked out the Benelli 135. This bike looks like a great option with a 150. And it’s carbureted also? The Benelli is fuel injected. So many of the small bikes aren’t sold to California 😢. Have fun with it and thanks for sharing!!

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад +1

      Patrick seems happy with his little bike. As soon as the title arrives we'll see how it does on the highway.

  • @JimE.1
    @JimE.1 10 месяцев назад +2

    Nice build.
    I have a 2023 KP Mini 150 and the front wheel was completely installed, all I had to do was install the handlebars and controls and also do the battery.
    I have it about 3 weeks now and have about 250 miles on it. It’s a great bike for the price!
    💥🇺🇸👍🏼🇺🇸💥

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      The paperwork arrived for this one and it'll be licensed Monday. Time for some road tests! The engine seems much smoother than any of the other Chinese bikes I've ridden. I think Patrick made the best choice for the money. I'm sure the Honda bike is much better quality but at twice the price, those Hondas are simply not worth the extra $. Though we do have an extra 200cc genuine Honda engine ready to go to work if the Chinese engine fails.

    • @thegentalman
      @thegentalman 4 месяца назад

      Where did you get your KP Mini? Is yours fuel injected?

    • @VRMONSTR
      @VRMONSTR Месяц назад

      Awesome , I just ordered mine and cannot wait 👍🎉🎉

  • @Professional-seo-services
    @Professional-seo-services 10 месяцев назад +1

    I Saw your video. Your videotape content quality is veritably good and intriguing.

  • @scrambler69-xk3kv
    @scrambler69-xk3kv 5 месяцев назад +1

    I have watched other unboxings of this bike and the front wheel is installed. Seems to be the case with most Lifan bikes. Back in 2007 I bought a Lifan LF200 GY 5 200cc dualsport from a local dealer. It is now 2024 and I plan as I always have to ride it again this summer. It has been a great bike over the years, and I would buy a Lifan bike again for sure. Great video thankyou.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  5 месяцев назад

      I appreciate you!

    • @scrambler69-xk3kv
      @scrambler69-xk3kv 5 месяцев назад

      You are welcome. Hope this bike serves you as well as mine has.@@KentuckyFriedFixes

  • @heathenprojects2639
    @heathenprojects2639 11 месяцев назад +1

    Ive looked at a few different brand between the big 3 for sometime similar awsome KFC good to see a video take care buddy

  • @TheRustyRooster
    @TheRustyRooster 11 месяцев назад +3

    Woo-hoo I do love a good scooter video great job. Don't ya just love pulling off the plastic. Right choice on the oil change to mobil 1

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks RR!

    • @jimstenlund6017
      @jimstenlund6017 10 месяцев назад +1

      Let it break-in before running synthetic oil though.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      Jim I used to do it that way. Break in a new engine with conventional oil then switch to the full synthetic. Then I tried just running the full synthetic oil during the break in as well. It worked out great with less cam wear than before. Everyone said the rings wouldn't seat properly but they did. There were no problems with the rings seating with the synthetic oil. I did the Kart engines the same way and switched to the full synthetic for gas engines or ESTER/PAG oil for Methanol engines during the break in cycle with no issues.

    • @jimstenlund6017
      @jimstenlund6017 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes That’s great to hear, I wasn’t trying to be some kind of authority on that subject, just heard it so many times.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      @@jimstenlund6017 Thanks Jim! I know my friend, I've heard the exact same things so I tested it. As it turns out, the rumors were not true. That was one of my experiments that actually worked out for the better. Love the engine discussion. Thanks!

  • @gravelyman
    @gravelyman 11 месяцев назад +1

    That was a good. Price for it Chris. The boy's did a good job and it sounds great 🔧👍

  • @franksoutdoorlife
    @franksoutdoorlife 11 месяцев назад +2

    If i was looking at a small bike this would be the way to go bigger engine than the Honda
    more top speed and better price point .😁 was that at the end you know who? lol

  • @PullerbearEd
    @PullerbearEd 10 месяцев назад +1

    Nice looking little bike. I don't know how it would hold up to me riding it😂😂😂

  • @remykids
    @remykids 10 месяцев назад +2

    They have the efi version now

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад

      Very cool! I think this one has the Keihin clone carburetor. It seemed to be jetted correctly for this area. Fuel injection would certainly be a cool option as long as it works properly. I wonder if they'll offer fuel injection repair parts? The carbs are pretty simple and about $25 to replace if Ethanol eats up the inside. I bet fuel injection would make more power though. Thanks!

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda 11 месяцев назад +1

    Woohoo- yo,insane .

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад

      Seems like everyone wants a street legal mini bike these days.

  • @jimstenlund6017
    @jimstenlund6017 10 месяцев назад +1

    It’s still considered a Grom clone, many parts are interchangeable. Valve adjustments require dropping the engine as this engine is too tall ( I think originally it was the OHV engine ). One guy said the Honda ( XR200? ) cam cover can be used, which would allow access to the valve adjusters. But overall these KP minis are some of the best clones out now.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      I'm kinda anxious to see how it does on the highway once the paperwork arrives and we get it registered.

    • @jimstenlund6017
      @jimstenlund6017 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes I’ve got the RPS Condor 150, I think 50mi so far, thing gets faster every time I ride it. GPS verified 58 mph so far, and it’s geared LOW, climbs hills off road like nothing.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      The little 150cc engine seems like a smooth runner. Once the paperwork arrives and we get it licensed, Patrick is gonna do some road testing (and me too!). He did anticipate the gearing would be a bit low from prior experiences with the Chinese bikes. He bought a different front sprocket but we're waiting on the road testing before it gets installed. I think it's +2 teeth larger than the factory front sprocket.

    • @jimstenlund6017
      @jimstenlund6017 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes Assuming the tachometer is correct, my 150 is pulling 9,200rpm in 5th. Redline is 8,500, and it’s a OHV CG-based engine. So yeah, it just ordered a bigger front sprocket as well.

  • @MrLopez-lm4jk
    @MrLopez-lm4jk 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hey nice vids btw.. very informative.. can you tell me why when i throttle the gas my motor 212 pz27 quick it dies off i have to throttle it slow so it wont shut off but it still opens fully and uts very laggy nd burpy in the beginning of throttle.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +2

      Those PZ27 carbs are a copy of the Keihn carburetors Honda used on many of their single cylinder bike engines. The copies are actually great little carbs once you get them tuned in. I'll probably do a video on those before too long as I'm getting a few emails about the PZ carbs. If I was looking into your problem, from the way it sounds, it's probably lean. Now that could be because of the idle jet or main jet size being a little small or it could be a needle adjustment issue. (If yours has an adjustable needle) Here's what I'd do: First check for any air leaks around the mounting flange. Use carb spray or brake cleaner and spray around the intake and carb mounting flanges while the engine is running to check for leaks. If you hear a definite change in RPM, you have an air leak. If you have an air leak (vacuum leak actually "air leak" is just a slang term) it must be sealed or the carburetor will not work properly (Add a new gasket or O-ring to solve the issue). If no air leak then you're ready to move on to the next step. Pull the spark plug and read it. Note the color of the plug, if it's white or extremely light brown with areas of white then the carb is too lean. You want to jet the carb so that the plug ends up a nice chocolate brown color, not black. Start with the idle jet then move on to the main jet. The idle jet controls low speed and idle, the main jet controls mid range and upper RPM. Your jet sizing will depend on the engine build and your altitude. As an example, I'm at 650' above sea level so here a PZ27 on a mild build engine combo works pretty good with a 25 idle jet and a 130 main jet with the needle adjustment centered. Most of the PZ Keihn clone carbs like the VM22 clone carbs come with a very small main jet out of the box. The last PZ27 I purchased had either a 95 or a 98 main jet. That's way too small unless you're riding on top Mount Everest. Remember to check the small stuff first, jet sizes, any vacuum leaks, float level, idle jet adjustment etc. It's probably something minor causing the issue.

    • @MrLopez-lm4jk
      @MrLopez-lm4jk 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes thanks for your help I totally understood you. Keep up the great work btw

    • @MrLopez-lm4jk
      @MrLopez-lm4jk 10 месяцев назад +1

      Can you make u video on how to find top dead center.

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  10 месяцев назад +1

      @@MrLopez-lm4jk I've got some builds coming up. I'll try to get some footage on the degree wheel and how to find TDC. Thanks for the input! I appreciate you.

    • @MrLopez-lm4jk
      @MrLopez-lm4jk 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes yeah ive been minibikimg for a very long time i know alot but i dont know how to find top dead center or put an arc billet rod im sure alot of ppl struggle with those two as its the most difficult..

  • @rawbsworld6604
    @rawbsworld6604 11 месяцев назад +1

    Ha! If anything goes wrong find an old gold wing for a replacement engine 😝🥺🤣 ✌️🤙

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  11 месяцев назад +1

      I don't think a Gold wing engine would bolt up but the crate does have a lot of extra steel! Thanks Rawb!

    • @peterchristlieb
      @peterchristlieb 11 месяцев назад +2

      Maybe not but the copies of that platform can be built pretty big now

  • @angelrosado5202
    @angelrosado5202 3 месяца назад

    Hello one question the bike come with tittle??

    • @KentuckyFriedFixes
      @KentuckyFriedFixes  3 месяца назад +1

      Hi Angel! My son received the Certificate of Title for this one in the mail just a few days after the bike was delivered. No issues at all with the registration and licencing.

    • @angelrosado5202
      @angelrosado5202 3 месяца назад +1

      @@KentuckyFriedFixes 🙏 thanks