Full engine swap: feasible or foolish?

Scalpel · Post by **Scalpel** » Mon Aug 24, 2009 7:14 pm

I've been thinking about what to try next on my Rattler, and was noticing the full engine assemblies on ScooterWorks. Would it be feasible to take the Rattler's 110 engine off the bike, and replace it with this 150cc replacement engine and crankcase? Is the idea absurd, or just crazy enough to work?

Ray Knobs · Post by **Ray Knobs** » Mon Aug 24, 2009 8:01 pm

anything is possible with enough time and money

Does the new engine come with a carb and exhaust?

The mounting is going to be the hard part

bigbropgo · Post by **bigbropgo** » Mon Aug 24, 2009 11:36 pm

It would change it from two stroke to four, if that matters. But the 150 gy6 has more aftermarket parts to experiment with.

B02S4 · Post by **B02S4** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 3:22 am

It isn't any better an idea on this forum than it is on the other one

The smart money says if you want more power, speed, or quickness either hop it up or trade it for something else.

Given enough time, however, MR may develop a hydrogen power pack for it

Amahoser · Post by **Amahoser** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 6:36 am

Nothing (or everything) is foolish. Even though the aftermarket is finally starting to appear for the Rattler and you can get some serious power out of the stock engine, I would never discourage anyone from engine swaps.

You will probably have to do some fabricating, metalwork and welding but if you are capable, or have the means to pay for someone to do it or have a buddy that is good with a welder anything can be done.

I love it when creative people do crazy mods to their vehicles. I hear people say, why would you do that? You could have bought an brand XYZ for cheaper. Well, it aint your handiwork! The pride in building something cannot be measured in mere dollars and cents.

If you decide to take it on, PLEASE take pictures and document the process. Take some measurements before you start the whole deal, you might be pleasantly surprised to find out it is easier than we think. (doubtful.... these kind of projects usually end up being more work than anticipated, but u never know!)

Jose Soriano

B02S4 · Post by **B02S4** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:11 pm

I like Jose's reply better than mine. If you have the time, money, materials, & know-how, sure, let'er rip!

CitizenX · Post by **CitizenX** » Thu Aug 27, 2009 12:54 am

Gy6 swap is very common with the Ruckus. There are many engine brackets made just for the conversion. People also adapt the brackets for other installs, like a 150 Metropolitan swap. Check these links.

http://scootermission.com/

http://www.rucksters.com/product/index.asp

It would be cool to see some good swaps and extensions. If there is enough demand, someone is going to make the parts you want. Someone just needs to get the ball rolling.