Minibikin' Ain't Eazy

Minibike and go-kart news from GoPowerSports—new products, upcoming races, GPS180 updates, restocks, deals and behind-the-scenes shop talk.Welcome to Episode 1 of Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy: Pit Pass, the new weekly news show from GoPowerSports. Jason, Oliver and Bernie get together every Monday to discuss what’s happening in minibikes, go-karts, racing and inside the GoPowerSports shop.THIS WEEK:• Symco Weekender minibike drags and upcoming kart races• Tillotson T4 racing at the Texas Summer Shootout• GPS180 Practice Day and race-weekend information• Rascal GT wheels, frames and inventory updates• 16mm versus 5/8-inch torque-converter fitment• Mega Moto 212 rear swing-arm availability• Tillotson engine and vintage go-kart roller restocks• Premium minibike suspension kits and glossy-black frames• GoPowerSports’ new facility• TrailMaster Hurricane Pro giveaway• New chromoly Rascal GT drag frame• Paul’s lightweight three-disc racing clutch• Hydraulic minibike brake restockSHOP GOPOWERSPORTS:https://www.gopowersports.com/MEGA MOTO 212 REAR SWING ARM:https://www.gopowersports.com/mega-moto-212-rear-swing-arm-kit/GPS180 INFORMATION:https://www.gps180race.com/GPS RACING TOOL KIT AND GIVEAWAY INFORMATION:https://www.gopowersports.com/gps-racing-tool-kit-with-roll/See the product page for current entry details, eligibility, deadlines and official rules.SUBMIT YOUR RIDE:Send two or three high-quality photos and your information to [email protected] for a chance to appear on Roast My Ride.

In this episode of Minibikin' Ain't Eazy, Jason, Oliver, and Bernie are joined by mini bike builder and racer Gabe Rangel. Gabe shows off his award-winning custom Megamoto 212, which won "Best in Show" at the GPS180. He breaks down the build, from the monoshock swingarm to the Tillotson 236 engine.The crew also discusses their New Year's fasts, Oliver's new hot sauce brand, Bernie's upcoming Super Bowl filming gig, and the latest AI tech from the CES show. Gabe talks about his journey from building Honda Ruckuses to racing custom mini bikes, his experience as a firefighter at DFW airport, and his mobile IV business.Sponsored by:AS ColourPrinted ThreadsTillotsonTrailmasterMegamotoTaco Mini Bikes

In this episode of the Mini Bikin' Ain't Eazy Podcast, the GoPowerSports crew—Jason, Oliver, and Bernie—sit down with mini bike legend Alex Cary! Alex, a key promoter for the Mini Mayhem event, dives deep into his latest custom motorized scooter build, made exclusively with GoPowerSports parts.We get the inside scoop on the challenges and triumphs of his unique pull-rod suspension scooter, his friendly build-off with Colin from Rattle Can Customs, and how it performed at Mini Mayhem.Plus, we recap the dusty and action-packed GPS180 Mini Bike Race, discuss the future of Mini Mayhem, and drop some major news about GoPowerSports acquiring Taco Mini Bikes!

Jason, Oliver, and Bernie catch up with DaeDae—now in Atlanta—on building a Rascal GT drag mini bike from stock, growing ATL’s mini bike scene, beginner speed mods, and upcoming GoPowerSports events. Plus: Black Friday/holiday deals, gear ratio tips, and community shoutouts.

Fifth annual GPS180 recap with racer/organizer Fanny Freckles! She shares how her vintage 1972 Speedway battled dust, hills, and chaos, why the rescue crew was clutch, and how to grow women’s participation in mini bike racing. We also dive into FlatOut Friday (Milwaukee), Mississippi Mayhem, Northern Roundup, SIMCO, pokey-tire ice racing, and more.Hosted by Jason, Oliver, and Bernie of GoPowerSports on Mini Bikin’ Ain’t Eazy.ChaptersGPS180 war stories and gear tipsVintage minibikes and setupWomen in motorsportsMidwest events and travel plansComment your favorite GPS180 moment and upcoming events we should cover next!

Mini Bikin’ Ain’t Eazy by GoPowerSports returns with a full debrief of the 2025 GPS180 mini bike endurance race (Nov 8). Hosts Jason, Oli, and Bernie break down the rocky, dusty “Dust Bowl” conditions, wild on-course moments (fires, broken frames), standout riders, and community highlights—plus we phone in overall winner Andrew Porter to hear exactly how he won on the last lap, his bike setup, and the toughest sections.What’s inside:Full race recap: Mega Moto Mountain, Pucker Up Buttercup, Rockwood Ridge, UI and morePhone interview: Andrew Porter’s strategy, air filter swaps, carb quirks, and pass for the winCommunity moments: ASL Mini Bike Burrows kudos award, rescue crew shoutoutsMerch + deals and future event ideas (water truck, live timing, livestream)Scorecards: gps180race.comDeal: Use code GoPower2025 for 10% off + free shipping $200+ (US, exclusions apply)Next GPS180: Nov 7, 2026

🏆 WORLD RECORD BREAKING MINI BIKE ADVENTURE!

Join us for an incredible conversation with Taylor, Jeff, and Ricardo - three Oklahoma riders who just completed a legendary 1,300+ mile mini bike journey alongside Jack Ramsey! They conquered not one, but potentially TWO world records: most miles traveled on a mini bike in 24 hours AND most distance covered in 7 days.

Season 4, Episode 9 of Minibikin' Ain't Eazy Podcast

🚴‍♂️ What You'll Discover:
• The intense preparation and legal challenges of making mini bikes street-legal
• Epic breakdowns, engine swaps, and roadside repairs across multiple states
• How the mini bike community came together to support this record attempt
• Behind-the-scenes stories from Texas backroads to Corpus Christi beaches
• Plans for their next world record attempt in 2026

Featured Guests:

• Taylor (Tulsa) - First-time mini biker turned record holder
• Jeff (Tulsa) - Former Harley rider with 11+ mini bikes
• Ricardo (OKC) - 405 Mini Bike Riders founder

Special Thanks:
Go Power Sports, Trailmaster, Tillotson, As Color, Printed Threads, and all the mini bike legends who helped along the way!

🎯 GPS 180 Race - November 8th! Visit GPS180race.com

Welcome back to Minibikin' Ain't Eazy! In this episode, we sit down with Nic Minor from Mini Moto Madness to discuss his incredible journey from baseball coaching to becoming a passionate mini bike racer. Nic shares his crash stories, racing tips, and how he built a fleet of 12+ mini bikes in just 2 years!🏍️ What You'll Learn:How Nic got hooked on mini biking after his first raceBuilding Mini Moto Madness race team with his crewNTX Mini Bikes racing scene and upcoming eventsGPS 180 preparation and training tipsTrail riding with DFW Mini-Bike Trail RidersBaseball coaching meets mini bike racing

🏆 Season 4, Episode 7: Meet Tony Keophimmasone from North Texas Mini Bikes - a champion racer with 11 mini bikes and some incredible stories to tell!In this episode of Mini Bikin' Ain't Eazy, we dive deep into: • Tony's journey from neighborhood cruising to championship racing • His wild story about getting his mini bike impounded at a bar ($800 in tickets!) • Racing strategy for the upcoming GPS 180 endurance race • The North Texas mini bike racing scene and upcoming events • Why he chooses to race a vintage Trail Master MB200 with drum brakes • Building community in the mini bike world with special guest Jack Ramsey

🏁 WORLD'S FIRST RACING BILLET CLONE ENGINE REVEALED! 🏁Join us for an EXPLOSIVE episode of Minibikin' Ain't Eazy (Season 4, Episode 6) as legendary engine builder Paul Crafton drops bombshells about our revolutionary billet clone engine that just dominated the Big O Tribute Race!🔥 What You'll Discover: • EXCLUSIVE first look at our game-changing billet clone engine • Real race results from South Carolina's Big O Tribute Go-Kart Race • Why this engine ran 50°F COOLER than traditional cast blocks • Paul's controversial take on the NGK vs Autolite spark plug war • Inside secrets of GPS 180 Minibike Race preparation • Paul's suspension tuning tricks for the 3-hour endurance race⚡ Episode Highlights:First billet clone engine to complete a full race weekend10,000+ RPM performance with ZERO oil leaks236cc setup that placed 11th out of 35 racers (with a clogged air filter!)Behind-the-scenes Big O racing stories you won't hear anywhere elsePaul's GPS 180 bike build secrets revealed🏆 Upcoming Events You Can't Miss: • GPS 180 Practice Day: October 4th, 2025 (9 AM - 4 PM) • GPS 180 Minibike Race: November 8th, 2025 • Ice Cream Cruise: September 26-28, 2025💪 Massive Thanks to Our Sponsors: AS Color | Printed Threads | Rockwood Go-Karts & Mini Golf | Tilton EngineeringPaul Crafton isn't just building engines - he's revolutionizing mini bike and go-kart racing forever. From junior dragster builds to heavyweight mini bike racing, this episode covers the entire spectrum of small engine performance.🔔 SMASH that subscribe button for more engine builds, race coverage, and mini bike mayhem!Connect with GoPowerSports: 🌐 Website: gopowersports.com 📧 GPS180 Info: gps180race.com 📱 Follow @GoPowerSports on all platforms#BilletEngine #CloneEngine #GoPowerSports #MiniBikeRacing #GoKartRacing #BigOTribute #GPS180 #PaulCrafton #EngineBuilder #Racing #MiniBike #GoKart #Performance