Reed vs Rotary - What would YOU choose?

It has long been a debate among karting veterans - What is better Reed or Rotary engines, but what are the differences between these two types of engine, in this video we show what the mechanical differences are, how they can be adjusted and what is inside them. Keep an eye out for more videos about reed and rotary valve engines. showing the reeds, stuffers, petals, rotary discs, crankshafts and much more. This is the type of engine that is used in Pre 95 Retro/F100/100cc karting that uses engines from the 1990's, these are high performance 2 stroke engines that rev up to and sometimes over 20,000 RPM lap after lap to get maximum performance on track. If you enjoyed this check out some of our other 100cc engine videos:    • 100cc Kart Engines in DETAIL   If you enjoyed this maybe consider contributing to the channel by buying me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/dobsonmv Amazon links below for items used or shown in the videos: Beta T bar allen keys https://amzn.to/4pYUfCr Beta T bar 10mm https://amzn.to/49hNB2W Beta screw driver set - 6 piece https://amzn.to/4jHPbQO Beta screw driver set - 12 piece https://amzn.to/4stoSSa Mitutoyo digital vernier calipers https://amzn.to/49B5J9m ⚠️ Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Also as an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.⚠️

2 stroke 100cc Kart exhausts explained
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2 stroke 100cc Kart exhausts explained

Big end failure at 19,000 RPM - when these 2 stroke engines fail its a BIG mess!
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Big end failure at 19,000 RPM - when these 2 stroke engines fail its a BIG mess!

Coming Soon! Vespa Tidy Up
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Coming Soon! Vespa Tidy Up

New Rotary Valve Design for Model Engine / Modellmotor mit neuartiger Walzendrehsteuerung / Part 2
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New Rotary Valve Design for Model Engine / Modellmotor mit neuartiger Walzendrehsteuerung / Part 2

This Kart is WAY Too Fast for This Track!
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This Kart is WAY Too Fast for This Track!

Burr Finish vs Dimples: Ra Size, Boundary Layers & Why Dimples KILL Port Flow | Bain Racing
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Burr Finish vs Dimples: Ra Size, Boundary Layers & Why Dimples KILL Port Flow | Bain Racing

Pressure testing 2 stroke race engines - If they leak, they WILL fail!
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Pressure testing 2 stroke race engines - If they leak, they WILL fail!

Historic kart engines Parilla & DAP from the 70's and 80's on VHM dyno
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Historic kart engines Parilla & DAP from the 70's and 80's on VHM dyno

Everything You Don't Know About 2 Stroke Engines 🤯
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Everything You Don't Know About 2 Stroke Engines 🤯

See Thru Liquid Piston Rotary Engine - In Slow Motion
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See Thru Liquid Piston Rotary Engine - In Slow Motion

This Tiny Port Change Changed Everything (Dyno Proof) #2stroke #power  #porting
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This Tiny Port Change Changed Everything (Dyno Proof) #2stroke #power #porting

Ported to the Limit! The High RPM Pipe Finally Comes Alive -Fastest clone 52cc clone saw pt.8
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Ported to the Limit! The High RPM Pipe Finally Comes Alive -Fastest clone 52cc clone saw pt.8

From the Outside It Looks Like a Single but Inside Four Pistons Mingle! Square Four Engine Explained
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From the Outside It Looks Like a Single but Inside Four Pistons Mingle! Square Four Engine Explained

The Shocking Truth Behind Norton’s Rotary That Silenced Honda 1992
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The Shocking Truth Behind Norton’s Rotary That Silenced Honda 1992

This is What Happens When Pistons and Rotaries Make Babies - Birotary Engine Explained and Reviewed
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This is What Happens When Pistons and Rotaries Make Babies - Birotary Engine Explained and Reviewed

I Bought the Weirdest Motorcycle EVER(I Had No Choice)
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I Bought the Weirdest Motorcycle EVER(I Had No Choice)

How to Build a Competitive Kart Racing Engine (Stock Appearing)
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How to Build a Competitive Kart Racing Engine (Stock Appearing)

World's Fastest Electric vs. 500cc 2 Stroke Dirt Bike
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World's Fastest Electric vs. 500cc 2 Stroke Dirt Bike

ALREADY PATENTED!!! - 2 Stroke Engine with Advanced Valve System From Mazda
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ALREADY PATENTED!!! - 2 Stroke Engine with Advanced Valve System From Mazda

Two Stroke 3,5 HP to 28 HP in 7 minutes
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Two Stroke 3,5 HP to 28 HP in 7 minutes