I recently purchased a Trailmaster 200-MB-2. A local dealer (90 miles away) also had the new Trailmaster Hurricane in stock. Other than front disc brakes, they're the same. Paid $1,108 for the MB-200-2 and saved around $300 over the cost of the Hurricane. Just returned from AZ where I put the bike thru its paces and it performed better than I even expected. I ride thru the desert where there are mountains and foothills galore and it had no problems climbing. Those fat tires roll right over rocks and other obstacles with ease. I estimated it topped out around 35 mph, which is plenty fast for this guy, cause if you go down out here, you're gonna lose some serious flesh. Lol. Took my GoPro with me, but didn't want to waste time messing with filming. Maybe next year. Love your vids and ride on!
I agree, that single rear disc brake stops the TM Fast! I would not spend $300 more on a front brake, unless I was planning to build it up to do over 50mph.
The hurricane is now only 13. In my opinion it's worth the extra two hunny, there's times when you want that front brake, for sure. I plan to build on it but honestly it's great from standard. I may just leave this one alone for my son (he's 11 almost ready) and purchase another for myself and build that sucker up.
@@gordonhall9871 The only change I have made so far is replacing the stock muffler. I purchased a 60t sprocket and a longer chain but haven't installed them yet. I backed the throttle screw out, also. I'm only interested in improving low-end torque, so I won't be souping up the engine like many do. In the future, I will probably replace the stock engine with a Tillotson 212.
Wow. Such an awesome comparison of the trailmaster and the "rest" lol. Thanks very much for doing this straight to the point review. Liked and subscribed. Good on ya Lou. Cheers from Australia
Great comparison. Would have liked to see both run over some harsh bumps. I like the slimmer/smaller profile of the Massimo, but the wheelbase seems a bit short and may have it picking up the front end on steep hill climbs. We ended up stretching our Coleman CT200UEX 6” to solve that problem.
The ability to use your legs to absorb shock, using properly placed pegs, mitigates a hard seat. Sadly, most minibike pegs are in cruise positions vs offroad positions. One advantage of the Trailmaster is that a peg relocation kit is easily obtainable.
Good day, Excellent video. I would like to get a Trailmaster. However, here in Canada, this maybe a challenge. The Coleman and Tao Motor minibikes are available here. Do you have any thoughts about the Tao Motor DB200? Thanks
The Tao DB200 is the same as the Coleman RB200 and the RealTree RT200. I have not personally tried one, but I know several people who say they are great bikes with solid frames.
Idk literally anything about bikes but I want a mini bike but I want one that a 14 year old can ride. Am I able to ride that thing under the age of 16?
I think I would mention if you swapped the jackshaft for a TAV30 - the MB200S would give the MB200-2 a very hard time. Those can be had for 50-80 bucks and when you are talking a 380 dollar difference not including that I think it becomes an easier choice for new people. IF you are going to swap the motor soon and do a bunch of mods start with the Trailmaster, if you just wanna do a TAV for some speed then the MB200S would get my vote.
Thats the MB200 "s". I still think the original mb200 is a lot better. They cheaped out on a lot of stuff to make the 200s with suspension. I have the Trailmaster and the original mb200. Both have identical mods. The Trailmaster is about 10 mph slower because of its weight. It rides really nice but it's also a really heavy because of all the stuff.
It all depends how much money you spend and what your end goals are. I agree the MB200 is a solid bike. Personally, I need rear suspension and the TM is my bike of choice. But that just me.
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I recently purchased a Trailmaster 200-MB-2. A local dealer (90 miles away) also had the new Trailmaster Hurricane in stock. Other than front disc brakes, they're the same. Paid $1,108 for the MB-200-2 and saved around $300 over the cost of the Hurricane. Just returned from AZ where I put the bike thru its paces and it performed better than I even expected. I ride thru the desert where there are mountains and foothills galore and it had no problems climbing. Those fat tires roll right over rocks and other obstacles with ease. I estimated it topped out around 35 mph, which is plenty fast for this guy, cause if you go down out here, you're gonna lose some serious flesh. Lol. Took my GoPro with me, but didn't want to waste time messing with filming. Maybe next year. Love your vids and ride on!
I agree, that single rear disc brake stops the TM Fast! I would not spend $300 more on a front brake, unless I was planning to build it up to do over 50mph.
The hurricane is now only 13. In my opinion it's worth the extra two hunny, there's times when you want that front brake, for sure. I plan to build on it but honestly it's great from standard. I may just leave this one alone for my son (he's 11 almost ready) and purchase another for myself and build that sucker up.
did you leave everything stock
@@gordonhall9871 The only change I have made so far is replacing the stock muffler. I purchased a 60t sprocket and a longer chain but haven't installed them yet. I backed the throttle screw out, also. I'm only interested in improving low-end torque, so I won't be souping up the engine like many do. In the future, I will probably replace the stock engine with a Tillotson 212.
Massimo is $699.
I'm running a Tollitson 228 stage 2 and I love it especially when off roading and hill climbing!
You need to race against my MB200S, great vid my friend. Dale
Wow. Such an awesome comparison of the trailmaster and the "rest" lol. Thanks very much for doing this straight to the point review. Liked and subscribed. Good on ya Lou. Cheers from Australia
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Great comparison. Would have liked to see both run over some harsh bumps. I like the slimmer/smaller profile of the Massimo, but the wheelbase seems a bit short and may have it picking up the front end on steep hill climbs. We ended up stretching our Coleman CT200UEX 6” to solve that problem.
Nice video man i plan on getting the trialmaster, can you please provide the link of where you got the trailmaster?
The ability to use your legs to absorb shock, using properly placed pegs, mitigates a hard seat. Sadly, most minibike pegs are in cruise positions vs offroad positions. One advantage of the Trailmaster is that a peg relocation kit is easily obtainable.
Hey great video! Do you know what the spacing is between the front fork at the tightest point on the trailmaster?
I’m sorry I don’t right now, but ask in the Minibike newbies group and somebody will know
good review
Massimo Mb200S vs axis? Any thoughts?
very helpful
good video right to the point
Good day, Excellent video. I would like to get a Trailmaster. However, here in Canada, this maybe a challenge. The Coleman and Tao Motor minibikes are available here. Do you have any thoughts about the Tao Motor DB200? Thanks
The Tao DB200 is the same as the Coleman RB200 and the RealTree RT200. I have not personally tried one, but I know several people who say they are great bikes with solid frames.
@@HowToLou Thanks Pierre
I am having huge issues with this, i would really like to get a mb200-2 but cant find anywhere in canada to get one
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Idk literally anything about bikes but I want a mini bike but I want one that a 14 year old can ride. Am I able to ride that thing under the age of 16?
I live in SWFL, wonder if there are trails here. Nowhere to ride in my neighborhood.
Check for state or federal ORV or OHV trails.
Get a trail app on your phone like Polaris Ride Command or similar. They show a lot of trails and off road parks.
The MB200S has such an enormous engine area! Why don't you make a series where you install a 420 or a 440 on it? 😮
I think I would mention if you swapped the jackshaft for a TAV30 - the MB200S would give the MB200-2 a very hard time. Those can be had for 50-80 bucks and when you are talking a 380 dollar difference not including that I think it becomes an easier choice for new people. IF you are going to swap the motor soon and do a bunch of mods start with the Trailmaster, if you just wanna do a TAV for some speed then the MB200S would get my vote.
Thats the MB200 "s". I still think the original mb200 is a lot better. They cheaped out on a lot of stuff to make the 200s with suspension. I have the Trailmaster and the original mb200. Both have identical mods. The Trailmaster is about 10 mph slower because of its weight. It rides really nice but it's also a really heavy because of all the stuff.
It all depends how much money you spend and what your end goals are. I agree the MB200 is a solid bike. Personally, I need rear suspension and the TM is my bike of choice. But that just me.
207lbs with some bricks on his back! 😂
I am 250 pick me a bike please, speed not issue.
I way 250, which one can carry my fat a$$ best
I just picked up a Massimo MB200 from Tractor supply, I can't wait to replace the jack shaft with a torque converter!
Here is my video on that.
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My Massimo is not like that, 1 year old.
You probably have the Massimo MB200. This is the MB200S. A completely different bike.