Honda 49cc engine rebuild Part 1

Something different this episode because I haven't been working on Project LS 400. But I have been working on another Japanese quality product: the engine of a Honda SS50 motorcycle / moped. This engine came in with clutch problems and needed a complete rebuild. In this episode I'm rebuilding the short block and explain what to look for when rebuilding these engines. Part 2 is coming up soon. 0:00 Intro 0:35 Welcome 2:30 Cleaning piston and head 2:50 Dishwasher fun 5:05 Crankshaft inspection points 8:05 Clutch explained 10:40 Clutch inspection points 12:28 Correct oil to use 13:51 Cylinder head preparation 28:03 Gearbox inspection points 30:05 Gearshift mechanism inspection points 33:10 Gearbox assembly 34:10 Gearbox installation 35:10 Kickstarter installation 36:10 Crankshaft installation 37:50 Crankcase assembly 40:20 Inspection of rotating parts 40:50 Problem found