Dumb question from a newbie

[theman440]

What do I need to look for in an engine for a minibike? Can I look for old lawnmower engines?, pressure washer engines, Generator engines? Is there a preferred shaft size? ETC. Any help appreciated. Looking to upgrade my stock Doodlebug.

Thanks

 

[trailbronc]

pressure washer engines have worked well for me:laugh: only side shaft so usually not lawn mower engines,and usually 3/4 inch shaft,

 

[Adam McGillivray]

Your gunna wanna look for something with a 3/4 shaft a 5hp flat head Briggs or Tecumseh engine off an old tiller or snow blower would work or you can get a brand new Honda clone motor for about $100 at many places and if your lucky you can find a deal on a used power washer with a honda gx160 5.5hp or a compressor with a honda gx200 6.5hp. Good Luck finding a motor :thumbsup:

 

[Marlon77]

I say a predator 212cc pretty good little motor fun too? :thumbsup: