NEW Predator 212 Ghost Racing Engine Is Insane!! Test Footage!

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  • Hey guys in this video we put the all new harbor freight ghost 212cc kart racing engine to the test on our custom built go kart!
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  • @TheGarageVlog
    @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Check out or video where we test the ghost vs a modified predator 212!!

    • @janicefullerton6201
      @janicefullerton6201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m going to check it out right! I like how quickly you responded to my post! You guys just gained another sub!! Keep up the great content on these motors I own the Predator 224It’s still in the box because I want to get a good flywheel for it before I put it on a mini bike!

    • @shanesmallblock1866
      @shanesmallblock1866 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks slow I got Honda mini bike those predator 212cc got non for Honda motors are faster my mini bike I ride wheelie on it

    • @shanesmallblock1866
      @shanesmallblock1866 ปีที่แล้ว

      And all stock motor

    • @tommycantaline4565
      @tommycantaline4565 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@janicefullerton6201 by

  • @BeaterJeep
    @BeaterJeep ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I married a YZ250 engine to my kart in HS and it would smoke my 1986 GSXR750 to 95 MPH. That was a wicked fast kart…… thank goodness for slicks on the three piece wheels and disc brakes. It would frame twist a tire off the ground turning road to road. Finally spun it off the road and clipped a tree - bending the axle and damn near killing me from a crazy ejection. But I walked away.

    • @shaunmcinnis1960
      @shaunmcinnis1960 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Now that would be fast.

    • @solomaster8702
      @solomaster8702 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      bro bro i need support building my kart, can anyone show support i have questions to ask a lot, please, i need to install my bike 100cc 2 stroke engine to my go kart how do i do it ???? please 😢😢😢 reply

  • @stefanikillam4718
    @stefanikillam4718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love this so much... I grew up racing lil karts. damn near lost my right leg/life due to a kart at 9 yrs old. 😂😊I'm gonna have to build this lil monster now that I'm turning 40 next week.😂going out with a whole dumpster 🔥

  • @txman951
    @txman951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    First time viewer, would love to get more details how to build an identical kart! Please make a video!!

  • @williamstamper442
    @williamstamper442 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I bet that thing does scoot!
    Once I got back into minibikes and such around early 2019 my first new build was a like new doodlebug I picked up off marketplace. Threw a predator hemi and a china torq-a-verter and couldn't even hold on! Of course within a week it had an ARC rod and flywheel, bad ass secret cam grind from NR, shaved head and lots of hand porting from my automotive drag race experience. Put a sprocket adapter on and bought about 15 different red split sprockets and went to the track. Oh yeah fabbed a set of wheelie bars too. The first gen wheelie bar was a single wheel and did work but I needed a more stable launch so ended up with another set using dual wheels for wheelie bar. The bike runs 9.50s@67 in the 1/8 which is flying that close to the ground!
    I imagine this cart feels like a total monster when riding!
    We don't quite get the feel on video but that is not y'alls fault. That is something that is hard to capture on vid.
    This new ghost motor is just right for a certain market and definitely fits this wagon build!
    Next step is to do some port work on the head and throw in a much more hairy camshaft.
    Please do a vid on my suggestions!
    I subscribed and I'm waiting to see you take it to next level!
    If you need and wanna experience wheelie bars contact me and I can show you some tricks to use cheap materials to prototype a decent set, then you can make them out of mild steel and a welder and fancy wheels etc.
    Let's Gooooo!

  • @chasecanter6472
    @chasecanter6472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dude. This is more powerful than some quads people put their kids one! “Man that’s a rocket! Wooooooo!”

  • @janicefullerton6201
    @janicefullerton6201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My first time as a viewer of your channel and I thank you so much because everyone is downing this engine because of the price and it’s from Harbor freight! You guys are the first video I have seen of anyone test driving it under power like literally on a vehicle of some sort and your reaction is awesome thanks again for the great video

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for that! Happy to hear you liked it! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

    • @karlg1535
      @karlg1535 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ain't nothing wrong with HF motors. The predator series have been great for all my mini bikes go karts throughout the years. Properly break them in and they last a good while. For an extra 150 not having to buy any aftermarket mods or do any of the work myself / waiting for parts is definitely worth the price to me.

    • @qswaggysauce092
      @qswaggysauce092 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@karlg1535 question so I have a 212 phatmoto bike in the works and I have a lot of things being modded. So tge ghost I wont need to mod a thing internally now if I understand that right?

    • @Zomby_Woof
      @Zomby_Woof 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@qswaggysauce092 depends on what you want to do.
      The ghost is a very mild build, and a waste of money if you are planning like a stage 3 or 4 build.

  • @Mrmatt-pt3xm
    @Mrmatt-pt3xm ปีที่แล้ว

    The light chassis,engine,plus that torque converter is a good combo for gettin down

  • @everlastmanshit
    @everlastmanshit ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It looks soo awesome you’ve definitely inspired me to peruse this project

  • @mr.tinker8641
    @mr.tinker8641 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woah 😳. That's righteous dude. I'm totally going to get one for my manco Thunderbird mine bike.

  • @ImportRacer4Life
    @ImportRacer4Life 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Just rest your feet on the foot pegs there….some might call that the front axle 🤣🤣🤣 that thing looks freaking wicked guys!!

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hahaha it’s bonkers!!!

    • @jakechunasamy9642
      @jakechunasamy9642 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGarageVlog what’s the total build cost?

  • @johnwick-ii6il
    @johnwick-ii6il 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I built an almost identical fuel tank riser for my 212. The OEM unit was too close to the cylinder to install filter and shutoff valve. Also the outlet appeared to low for the Mikuni to get a decent flow.

  • @michaellaughlin8457
    @michaellaughlin8457 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    not a bad rig Yaa made from a old wagon pure genius 🤔👍

  • @lonelyplanet1080
    @lonelyplanet1080 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Definitely need a top speed run 👍😁

  • @robertfisher1427
    @robertfisher1427 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you set up the frame for the wagon? I wasn't too bold one but can not find good plans. I like the stance of yours.

  • @l-train2098
    @l-train2098 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New subscriber, where do you get good parts for your cart builds? Awesome radio flyer cart by the way

  • @what2watchyt
    @what2watchyt ปีที่แล้ว

    Ooooh this the Radio Flyer we needed in the movie. 🙌

  • @roberta.6399
    @roberta.6399 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks like so much fun! Very cool..

  • @crippleguy415
    @crippleguy415 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ya just gotta love Harbor Freight engines 👍🏻😃🤷🏼‍♂️👍🏻

  • @srgmj30
    @srgmj30 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excited for this!

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man!!!

    • @solomaster8702
      @solomaster8702 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@TheGarageVlogbro bro i need support building my kart, can anyone show support i have questions to ask a lot, please, i need to install my bike 100cc 2 stroke engine to my go kart how do i do it ???? please 😢😢😢 reply

  • @jameskelly9858
    @jameskelly9858 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s pretty sweet! Now I’m ready to see the video when you put PVC pipe on the rear tires!! Please make that video

  • @BustedKnucklesBuildsTexas
    @BustedKnucklesBuildsTexas 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a blast to drive !!

  • @billfisher8647
    @billfisher8647 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where did you get throttle cable?

  • @COMMON_KING
    @COMMON_KING ปีที่แล้ว

    I need a frame kit for this too! 🤘🏽

  • @ohitslit
    @ohitslit 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s amazing! I’m gonna go buy that engine now for my go cart! That’s for the video. Was awesome🤘🏽

    • @igotauzi
      @igotauzi ปีที่แล้ว

      have u bought it?

  • @bigluke4737
    @bigluke4737 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought the ghost engine and accessory kit and also a common 212 predator, I have two kits , a go cart and a mini bike to build, my son is turning 10 in November, has no experience with any of this , so I bought the stock motor for the go cart that I'm building for him to learn with, I like that it has a governor rated at like 6 hp, my dumb ass on the other hand am building a mini bike (like an old school Taco mini bike at 42 years old with a body that doesn't heal like a 10 year old lol) and am putting the Ghost motor in it, what I've researched is the Ghost makes 12 hp, should be fun on that little guy, had I read all this first I may not have bought the ghost and just bought a regular one and upgraded it for the money, anyways what's done is done, hold my beer !!

  • @rhargarther1
    @rhargarther1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    It looks sick, how much horsepower and torque does it have?

  • @scottdemoor49
    @scottdemoor49 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of clutch did you use to put it to the ground?

  • @firsttitlegaming3156
    @firsttitlegaming3156 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that looks like fun

  • @tucker21ful
    @tucker21ful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guy’s need to go check out a junior dragster event with these motors they are fast and built to the gills they run on alcohol and are bad ass motors with bad ass clutch set ups, they can run low 7s in 1/8 mile which is equivalent to low 11 second 1/4 mile but yes like anything else in racing not a cheap sport at all! Have fun and stay safe guys👍

  • @BJ-wo4mi
    @BJ-wo4mi ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have any of those radio flyer frames? I’d like to have one of those you can put the motor and everything else on it too if you want.

  • @jonbetty7184
    @jonbetty7184 ปีที่แล้ว

    So freakin' cool,I want one!

  • @cynthiahoyland1716
    @cynthiahoyland1716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude….. insane!! Right bro? Insane!!!

  • @joski9030
    @joski9030 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s cool now we all want 1

  • @coreycrosswhite8890
    @coreycrosswhite8890 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you put these motors on the trikes

  • @luvtoyscollector3373
    @luvtoyscollector3373 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hah that’s crazy cool 😝 have fun & stay safe 👍

  • @HobbesPLMB
    @HobbesPLMB 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where does a guy get the plans for the radio flyer go-kart frame!? I dig the handlebar setup!

    • @skyeloera8420
      @skyeloera8420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can they be shared to me to plz or can you make a video

  • @jaredturkovich9269
    @jaredturkovich9269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick👌🏻👌🏻

  • @bobzendejas7413
    @bobzendejas7413 ปีที่แล้ว

    What did ypu all use for a throttle cable

  • @itsnotaneon8344
    @itsnotaneon8344 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is your carburetor and throttle set up?

  • @mackmack4499
    @mackmack4499 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and i love that kart

  • @brianbofenkamp
    @brianbofenkamp ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get your hand controls?

  • @cjj4591
    @cjj4591 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it stock? Did ya remove the govenor at least

  • @aronbennett4760
    @aronbennett4760 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's dope

  • @levigreen5509
    @levigreen5509 ปีที่แล้ว

    this thing looks crazy on a go kart, wonder how it will perform on my baja doodlebug dirt racer 😏

  • @AveiroDan
    @AveiroDan ปีที่แล้ว

    Just like Crazy Eddy’s….it’s INSANE!

  • @philiplibby6360
    @philiplibby6360 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is awsome!!!!

  • @ruipires7954
    @ruipires7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick !!!

  • @seanbrown3251
    @seanbrown3251 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where did you get those wheels and tires

  • @cameronlafond820
    @cameronlafond820 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys gonna do a build video on it?

  • @jasonjones759
    @jasonjones759 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will this fit in a Carter bros. Monster truck? 🤔

  • @tonycoffee7335
    @tonycoffee7335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It has a CVT trans?

  • @joemosselli65
    @joemosselli65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After I found out about the ghost I want to swap my 212 on my mini bike for that looks insane

    • @sevenmilewhite1407
      @sevenmilewhite1407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You do realize it's just a 212 with a few parts on it right? You can buy STAGE 1,2,3, n 4 kits all over the net dar cheaper than this engine. Much love hope that helps !! GeT your 212 going 70+ lol for about 150$

    • @joemosselli65
      @joemosselli65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sevenmilewhite1407 oh definitely would be the cheaper route if my 212 was a lot newer then 6 years old and the casting it’s self wasn’t cracked

    • @sevenmilewhite1407
      @sevenmilewhite1407 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joemosselli65 See....there I went thinking I was smart again. I apologize.

  • @Mr.G626
    @Mr.G626 ปีที่แล้ว

    that thing is sick lol. subbed

  • @bear5506
    @bear5506 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    upgrades on this is thing!!

  • @jeremyrobert5748
    @jeremyrobert5748 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wonder if I could convert an old cub cadet rider to a drag mower with the motor🤔

  • @jesseg8920
    @jesseg8920 ปีที่แล้ว

    “dude fire me up” classic!

  • @user-ox5ym5zt6p
    @user-ox5ym5zt6p 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dope🥶

  • @TCat-ve9qi
    @TCat-ve9qi ปีที่แล้ว

    You know what, it’s insane

  • @jonathanclouthier7949
    @jonathanclouthier7949 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the name of the belt pulley on that

  • @killamonjarudragonborn8722
    @killamonjarudragonborn8722 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I have the same exact kart? Do they come built like that?

  • @kaikenjr
    @kaikenjr ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you got the actual cart?

  • @bear5506
    @bear5506 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    🚀thats a mini rocket dud need full face helmet with that and gear on.

  • @ogjmcnutt9756
    @ogjmcnutt9756 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you purchase one at

  • @robertgembala8532
    @robertgembala8532 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @armenvegas
    @armenvegas ปีที่แล้ว

    How's that compare to a Rotax? Or a 125 honda?

  • @larrygaking2731
    @larrygaking2731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great no weight limit

  • @MrGoobum
    @MrGoobum ปีที่แล้ว +26

    20 mph never looked so fast

    • @jj.cv3103
      @jj.cv3103 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      its crazy how 20mph in a little kart feels so fast

    • @CarbonatedBeing
      @CarbonatedBeing 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s not 20

    • @sandybennett_itsme
      @sandybennett_itsme 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CarbonatedBeing 15?

    • @limitnone1174
      @limitnone1174 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My 50cc goes 20 that prolly goes a good 50-60

  • @rustyshackleford9362
    @rustyshackleford9362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    U need a juggernaut drive pulley. Then it'll really have some torque

  • @twitchsoft9281
    @twitchsoft9281 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Give that camera man a beer to ease out them there shakes. Nice little wagon guys!

  • @shivermetimber872
    @shivermetimber872 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember my first time on a go cart

  • @ahmondeboxley2950
    @ahmondeboxley2950 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video How much to build one if so I'm all in get at me

  • @81shovelhead
    @81shovelhead ปีที่แล้ว

    Does anyone know if this can be mounted to a mini bike and work without too many mods?

  • @TeddyWestside412
    @TeddyWestside412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That thing looks so fast

  • @JustinKruger336
    @JustinKruger336 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool can you put that motor on a mini bike and chopper bicycle?

  • @MikeHonchoRC86
    @MikeHonchoRC86 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it idle ?

  • @timhuskisson396
    @timhuskisson396 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dirt bike handle bars and a thumb throttle 🤙🏼

  • @alonerandom2165
    @alonerandom2165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yall should add a big ebay turbo 😂

  • @TroIIingThemSoftly
    @TroIIingThemSoftly ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pretty sure this sets a record for the most times "insane!" was said in a 6-minute video.

  • @davidjaime2061
    @davidjaime2061 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now for a cam and stroker kit

  • @Flyforawhiteguy1982
    @Flyforawhiteguy1982 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think its insane

  • @jerryrivera7704
    @jerryrivera7704 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can u still ride those death traps..???

  • @edwardcampbell3420
    @edwardcampbell3420 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need a "hold my beer and watch this"guy.

  • @sunnyray7819
    @sunnyray7819 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The motor has a little bit bigger cam in it.. Thats all... As far as I know... I wonder what the compression is.. It also has a cast flywheel still... In my opinion, just buy a bigger motor for the money.. Or maybe a Tillotson or something.... Also, Honda still is a way better motor to source used and beef up... Just my thoughts guys, I don't have a lot of experience building or upgrading these small motors... Looks fun as heck either way and that's all that matters!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @trebranch7133
    @trebranch7133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I see the gas tank sitting high can u mount a reg 212 hemi tank to it without the top plate?

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We took the top plate and heat shield off, but the issue is that the tank hits the center oil fill neck, so it had to be spaced up to clear it. We were hoping it bolt right on, but that wasn't the case. The tank we used came from a non-hemi engine. Thanks for the question!

    • @trebranch7133
      @trebranch7133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonder would the hemi tank work?

  • @bradleydunford725
    @bradleydunford725 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got a video of you guys building it would like to build one

  • @LTBurd69
    @LTBurd69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What how much horsepower?

  • @joshandthejam7806
    @joshandthejam7806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "We need a kill switch on this or someone WILL GET HURT!"......Proceeds to shred ass all over the place like a true boss.

  • @Nathan-wn5mc
    @Nathan-wn5mc ปีที่แล้ว

    I need one for my john deere.

  • @alexz9998
    @alexz9998 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Need a top speed run

  • @energygaming5478
    @energygaming5478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I want one. I seriously want one 😂

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂😂

    • @Mrmatt-pt3xm
      @Mrmatt-pt3xm ปีที่แล้ว

      You guys should sell a frame for this as well

  • @davidhillstead8531
    @davidhillstead8531 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want to come hang out with you guys looks like a lot of fun

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Heck yeah man!! It’s a blast!

  • @suetaylor1127
    @suetaylor1127 ปีที่แล้ว

    i want to build one and use an engine for each tire.

  • @michaelcarmean4906
    @michaelcarmean4906 ปีที่แล้ว

    💥 Very Nice ✅ Needs Seat💥

  • @lilgrimmy1214
    @lilgrimmy1214 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the top speed

  • @dirtracer2365
    @dirtracer2365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First off I want to say great video I’m new to this go kart thing and I already have a 212 on my cart I want to switch over to the ghost is it difficult to mount the gas tank if you could give me any tips I would greatly appreciate it thank you

    • @williamstamper442
      @williamstamper442 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you already have a predator 212 keep what you have and build it instead of investing in the ghost.
      If you started out now without an engine I'd say get one. However you already have the basic platform.
      You just need a billet con rod and flywheel, stainless steel valves (stock size is fine) 18 or 22 pound valvesprings, a killer camshaft, and port the head without "hogging it out". Get the mikuni vm22 carb kit (china knockoff) for $100. You then will have a 20ish hp 212 that makes even more than this ghost out of the box!
      People like to throw around "stage 1, 2, 3, etc. However you wanna look at it or call it just follow my basic recepie and hold on!

    • @dirtracer2365
      @dirtracer2365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@williamstamper442 OK perfect thank you for all the info I will for sure do it that way

    • @solomaster8702
      @solomaster8702 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      bro bro i need support building my kart, can anyone show support i have questions to ask a lot, please, i need to install my bike 100cc 2 stroke engine to my go kart how do i do it ???? please 😢😢😢 reply

  • @Jesse-jc4vv
    @Jesse-jc4vv ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick kart, but can we put a clutch cover on that that thing? I cringed at 3:20 watching ole boy dismounting the kart with his baggy shirt.

  • @wolfcola3401
    @wolfcola3401 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, I don't know if you know or not. But I hear this is insane lol.

  • @donbanks4795
    @donbanks4795 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job speeding the video up at certain points....the video is exceptional...the product however comes from harbor freight..😳

    • @TheGarageVlog
      @TheGarageVlog  ปีที่แล้ว

      The funny thing is we honestly didn’t

    • @donbanks4795
      @donbanks4795 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGarageVlog ...u sure? Looks pretty weird in spots🤣🤣..neva-the-less u still got 1 veiw out of me so u still winning

    • @Mrmatt-pt3xm
      @Mrmatt-pt3xm ปีที่แล้ว

      Some 0-30 or maybe 60 foot times would be interesting

  • @butziporsche8646
    @butziporsche8646 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the HP and are these a legal substitute for the Honda in Cycle Kart racing?

    • @rocknrye9273
      @rocknrye9273 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      About 14hp. But they have some bolt ons as you can see lol

    • @butziporsche8646
      @butziporsche8646 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rocknrye9273 Sweet