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LatestWin a Mega Moto 98 + New Dirt Bikes, Electric Rides & Event News
The Ultimate Highlander is crowned, the Mega Moto 98 giveaway opens, and new gas and electric rides hit the product desk.
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Pit PassGoPowerSports × Taco 22 & Tillotson Race Recap
The FRP partnership, Taco 22 news and a Tillotson race recap.
Pit PassT4 Race Weekend, New Builds & Event News
T4 race weekend, new mini bike and go-kart builds, and product news.
Pit PassTillotson 212s Are Back + Rascal GT Goes Sub-8
Tillotson 212s are back on the shelf and the Rascal GT runs a sub-8.
How-ToPredator 212 Pushrod Length Guide: How to Measure for Your Mini Bike Engine
Measure for the right pushrod after a cam swap on a Predator, clone or Tillotson engine.
2025 GPS180: Inside the Wildest Mini Bike Endurance Race in Texas!
180 minutes of off-road chaos and camaraderie in Texas.
How-ToHow to Order a Custom Mini Bike Engine from GoPowerSports
From stock replacements to full performance builds: how to spec your engine.
How-ToHow to Break In a High-Performance Mini Bike Engine (The Ultimate Guide)
Step-by-step break-in to protect your Stage 4 or Stage 5 engine.
How-ToEngine Stages Explained: What is the Difference Between Stage 1 and Stage 5?
What each stage changes and how much power you actually gain.
How-ToTorque Converter vs. Clutch: Which One Do You Need?
When to run a torque converter and when a disc clutch makes more sense.
How-ToHow Much Horsepower Can Your Mini Bike Clutch Handle? (1-Disc vs. 3-Disc)
Horsepower limits for 1-disc vs. 3-disc clutch setups.
How-ToCan a Mini Bike Disc Clutch Really Last Forever?
How long a disc clutch lasts and how to service it.
How-ToDrum Clutch vs. Disc Clutch: Which is Best for Your Mini Bike?
Pros and cons of drum and disc clutches for your build.
How To Build The Taco 22 Mini Bike
Step-by-step build instructions for the Taco 22 kit.
BuildCustom Lil Rascal DWT Mini Bike Build
The showroom Lil' Rascal on DWT wheels, with the full parts list.
BuildAnatomy of a World Record Mini Bike: Building for 1700 Miles
Part 1: the build behind a 1,700-mile world record attempt.
BuildThe World Record Collection
The build and gear behind Jack Ramsey's record ride to the Gulf.
BuildBuild It Your Way: Inside Devon's Custom Rascal GT "Street Cruiser"
Devon's custom Rascal GT street cruiser, part by part.
BuildBuilding the Rascal GT4: A Custom Mini Bike for the PRI Show
Our custom Rascal GT4 show bike for PRI.
Race & EventsDaeDae Returns: Filmmaking, Minibikes, and Building a New Scene in Atlanta
Filmmaking, mini bikes and growing the Atlanta scene.
How-ToParents' Guide to Safe Outdoor Vehicles for Kids — Holiday Picks
Safe, adjustable go-karts and mini bikes parents love.
How-ToBlack Friday Minibike Deals & Gift Ideas — Save on Gifts Under $50–$200
Gift ideas for riders at every budget, from stocking stuffers to big upgrades.
Pit PassGPS180 With Fanny Freckles
Fanny Freckles talks racing the GPS180 on the podcast.
Race & EventsGPS180 2025 Recap: Dust, Rocks, and Andrew Porter's Last-Lap Win
Andrew Porter takes GPS180 2025 on the last lap.
Race & EventsGPS660 Minibike Drag Race 2025
Mini bike drag racing at Yello Belly Drag Strip.
Pit PassBillet Clone Engine Breakthrough Paul Crafton Big O Race
Paul Crafton on billet clone engines and the Big O race.
Race & EventsMini Mayhem Underground Powersports Event Busco Beach
The spring Mini Mayhem at Busco Beach.
Pit PassWorld Record Mini Bike Journey 1300 Miles
The podcast on the 1,300-mile world record ride.
Pit PassBaseball Coach Mini Bike Racer Nic Minor Story
Nic Minor on going from baseball coach to mini bike racer.
BuildRascal GT Drag Kit Revolutionizing Mini Bike Racing
The lightweight Rascal GT drag kit for serious drag racers.
How-ToThe GPS Racing Tool Kit That Saved My Race
The trackside tool kit every mini biker should carry.
Pit PassFrom $20 Breakfast Burrito to Mini Bike Empire
Travis L. Cox shares his story on the podcast.
Race & EventsMini Bike Storm Showdown
A TrailMaster Storm 200 showdown.
Race & EventsElevate Your Merch Game: Why GoPowerSports Chooses AS Colour
Why our merch is printed on AS Colour.
Pit PassRecapping GPS660 Mini Bike Drag Race 2025 | MBAE Podcast
The podcast recaps GPS660 2025.
Race & EventsThe GPS180: A Minibike Race Like No Other
Classes, rules and what makes our 180-minute endurance race different.
How-ToTM15 TrailMaster Complete Assembly Manual
Step-by-step assembly for the TrailMaster TM15 dirt bike.
How-ToRascal Lite Minibike Build Instructions
Build instructions for the Rascal Lite kit.
Pit PassPremium Merch Secrets AS Colour Apparel Industry Insights
Justin Schlegel of AS Colour on premium merch.
Race & EventsA Thrilling Ride at the Darryl Starbird Show: A Minibike Enthusiast's Dream
Custom cars and mini bikes at the Darryl Starbird Show.
Build225 Megalodon Minibike Build
Andrew Porter's 225 Megalodon race build.
How-ToBest Budget Dirt Bikes 2025
Budget dirt bikes compared: TrailMaster vs. the field.
How-ToThe Guide to Selecting the Right Tires for Your Ride
Picking the right tires for your mini bike or go-kart.
How-ToDiscover the Best Place to Buy Go-Karts
Gas and electric go-karts for kids and adults.
Race & EventsExploring Camp Zero: A Unique Experience at Sturgis
Mini bikes and community at Camp Zero during Sturgis.
How-ToThe Best Place to Buy Minibikes 2025
Mini bikes, parts and advice from a family-owned shop.
Race & EventsExploring the Excitement of Mini Mayhem: A Celebration of Creativity and Community
Creativity and community at Mini Mayhem, Busco Beach.
How-ToBuilding Your TrailMaster Hurricane 200 Pro: A Step-by-Step Guide
Assemble your Hurricane 200 Pro step by step.
Race & EventsSpeed, Strategy, and Safety: Mastering the GPS180 Minibike Race
Upgrades, safety and race-day strategy for the GPS180.
How-ToFuel Your Child's Adventure Spirit with the TrailMaster JHL Pro Series 125cc Dirt Bike
A closer look at the TrailMaster JHL Pro 125cc for young riders.
How-ToHow to Choose the Right Go-Kart for Your Needs
How to pick the right go-kart for your rider and terrain.
BuildDoodlebug Dream Machine
A custom Doodlebug build.
How-ToWhy The TrailMaster Hurricane 200X Minibike
Why the Hurricane 200X is a top pick for adventure riders.
BuildThe Megalodon Project
Building an upgraded race mini bike.
How-ToTop 5 Minibike Performance Upgrades 2025
Five upgrades for more speed and better handling.
Top 3 Budget Minibikes
Three budget-friendly mini bikes for beginners and enthusiasts.
Race & EventsPull Start Picnic: Get Ready for the Ultimate Minibike Showdown!
The Pull Start Picnic mini bike show at Rockwood Go-Karts.
Race & EventsGoPowerSports Grand Re-Opening: Summer Shindig
Our grand re-opening Summer Shindig.
How-ToTrailMaster Minibike Showdown: Comparing the Top 3 Models
MB200 vs. Hurricane 200X vs. Hurricane 200 Pro.
How-ToElectric vs. Gas Minibikes: Which is right for you?
Electric or gas: which mini bike fits how you ride.
How-ToBolt Go Kart Manual
Assembly and maintenance for the Bolt Go-Kart Kit.
Essential Minibike Safety Gear
The safety gear every rider needs.
How-ToMinibike Maintenance
Maintenance tips to keep your mini bike in top shape.
How-ToHow To Make Your Minibike Faster
Mods and tips for more speed.
BuildGet Your Mega Moto 80 Race-Ready!
Turning the Mega Moto 80 into a race mini bike.
BuildUpgrade Your Ride: The Coleman B200R with GoPowerSports Performance Parts
Upgrading a Coleman B200R with performance parts.
How-ToThe Best Minibikes of 2024
Our picks for the best mini bikes of 2024.
How-ToRace Day Prep: How to Get Your Minibike Track Ready
Get your mini bike track ready for race day.
Race & EventsRiding Through Time: The History of Minibikes
From post-war beginnings to today's mini bike scene.
Race & EventsGPS180 Track Days: Practice Sessions
Practice sessions on the GPS180 track.
Race & EventsTilly Tap Track: Mobile Game
Our tap-to-race mobile game.
How-ToUnleash the Adventure: The TrailMaster Hurricane 200 PRO Minibike is Here!
Meet the TrailMaster Hurricane 200 Pro.
How-ToThe Bolt Go Kart Kit
Inside our all-steel Bolt Go-Kart Kit.
Race & EventsExploring Sticker Mule: Where Creativity Thrives
Our visit to Sticker Mule.
How-ToRascal Minibike Roller Kit Upgraded
The upgraded Rascal roller kit and UniTank.
Race & Events2024 Pate Swap Meet
The 2024 Pate Swap Meet.
Race & EventsGPS660 Minibike Drag Race 2024
GPS660 2024 at Yello Belly Drag Strip.
How-ToJuggernaut Tuner Kits
Get more from your torque converter with Juggernaut tuner kits.
Hurricane vs Megalodon
TrailMaster Hurricane 200X vs. the Mega Moto 212 Megalodon.
Best Go Kart For Kids
Our review of the TrailMaster Mini XRXR+ for kids.
Storm 200 Upgrade
Taking the TrailMaster Storm 200 to the next level.
Disc Clutch Cleaning
How to clean and maintain a disc clutch.
Maverick98
The build-your-own Maverick98 mini bike kit.
Mega Moto 98 Minibike
The Mega Moto 98 mini bike.
How To Choose A Clutch
Bore, pitch and teeth: picking the right clutch.
10 Raffle Minibikes
Ten mini bikes built and raffled with Teen Life.
Pull Start Picnic 2023
The 2023 Pull Start Picnic mini bike show.
Ultimate Minibike Guide
Everything you need to know about mini bikes.
60th Anniversary Raffle
Lil Rascal and Rascal Chrome raffle for our 60th.
Comparing the Mega Moto 212 to the Coleman RB200
Mega Moto 212 vs. Coleman RB200, head to head.
GoPowerSports 180 Minibike Race 2021
The 2021 GPS180 endurance race.
Race & EventsSticker Mule Stickers
Our stickers, made by Sticker Mule.
How-ToWhat is the Best Minibike?
TrailMaster, Coleman and Mega Moto, rated.
BuildMega Moto Race Day Build
A Mega Moto built for race day.
BuildMini Bike Build: Doodlebug DB30 "Dragon"
The DB30 "Dragon" custom build.
BuildMini Bike Build: TrailMaster MB200 Gambler Bike
A custom MB200 "Gambler" build.
How-ToMega Moto 212 Mini-Bike Kit Install
Installing the Mega Moto 212 kit.
BuildMini Bike Build: Mega Moto-Tillotson Flat Tracker
A Mega Moto flat tracker with Tillotson power.
BuildMini Bike Build: Stage 4 Mega Moto 80
A Stage 4 Mega Moto 80 build.
How-ToSo You Bought a TrailMaster MB200-2...
What to do after you buy an MB200-2.
How-ToChains of All Size and Flavors
A guide to chain sizes and types.
BuildThe Story of "O-22"
The story behind O-22.
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