Engine swaps can range from intriguing to utterly bizarre, often breathing new, unexpected life into vehicles. In the vast expanse of online automotive content, particularly on platforms like YouTube, the creativity of backyard mechanics knows no bounds. The YouTube channel BUM has recently added to this fascinating world with an audacious project that’s capturing attention.
Their subject of transformation? The Coleman CT200U mini bike. This minibike is often the first taste of motorized two-wheeled fun for many, equipped with a reliable 199cc engine and robust, tractor-style tires suitable for various terrains. It’s a solid machine for beginners and experienced riders alike. But the team at BUM decided to push the boundaries of reason, turning this humble mini bike into something truly wild: a 200-horsepower beast.
To achieve this, they embarked on an ambitious Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade engine swap into the compact frame of the Coleman mini bike. This wasn’t a simple bolt-on affair. Integrating the high-performance engine required significant fabrication and modification to ensure it was securely mounted, even if the concept of ‘safety’ itself was being radically redefined.
The process demanded substantial reinforcement of the Coleman’s original steel frame. Custom engine mounts were essential to accommodate the significantly more powerful engine. Initially, the team used a floor jack to stretch and widen the mini bike’s cradle frame, creating the necessary space. Fabricated mounts were then welded into place, setting the stage for the engine installation.
However, once the CBR1000RR engine was in position, the frame exhibited concerning flex. To counteract this, the builders reinforced the structure further by welding support struts to the top of the frame. This effectively created a robust steel cage around the engine, adding crucial rigidity to handle the immense power.
The subsequent steps involved integrating the engine’s mechanical and electronic systems, the critical moment being the attempt to start the transplanted heart of the CBR1000RR. After some careful troubleshooting and, as they jokingly mentioned, “liquid encouragement,” the high-performance engine roared to life. This milestone marked the near completion of their audacious project, ready to unleash its untamed power.
The result is undeniably exhilarating, yet undeniably terrifying to any sensible observer. Packing 200 horsepower into a rigid-frame, short-wheelbase machine originally designed for children is inherently risky. Inexperienced hands, this Fireblade-swapped Coleman mini bike is undoubtedly a recipe for disaster.
This project echoes the audacity of Grind Hard Plumbing Co’s Fireblade-swapped Honda Ruckus, a previous sensation in the custom bike scene. This CBR1000RR-powered Coleman mini bike rightfully earns its place among the most outrageous superbike engine swaps. One can only imagine the spectacle if BUM and Grind Hard Plumbing Co were to collaborate, pitting their Fireblade-powered creations against each other in a head-to-head showdown of pure, unadulterated mini bike mayhem.
Source: BUM via YouTube
