Duration: 4 sessions

⚡ Diagnose & Fix – Engine Repair Made Simple! 🏍️

🔧 Get ready to troubleshoot like a pro. In this hands-on mini-series, teens learn to identify, diagnose, and repair common engine problems using our 2009 Kawasaki KX250F, a championship-grade dirt bike with real-world quirks and real teachable moments.

From misfires to fuel flow issues, we turn mechanical curiosity into confident repair skills. Teens also get a first look at pro-level scan tools like the Autel MaxiSYS MS919, helping them build the mindset of a future pit tech or motorsports mechanic.

Whether it’s your own bike or a training unit, you’ll walk away with real experience and practical know-how.

💡 Why This Helps

This mini-series builds mechanical intuition. Teens strengthen problem-solving, systems thinking, and confidence — all while learning to repair the machines they ride. It’s the next step toward mechanical mastery, pit crew readiness, or just never needing to ask “why it won’t start” again.

🔩 Brief Example of Sessions

Session 1 – Engine Problem Diagnosis 🔍

Learn to recognize engine symptoms and understand root causes like overheating, misfires, and weak performance.

Session 2 – Fuel, Spark, and Air: The Big Three ⛽

Explore how these core systems work together — and what happens when they don’t. Learn to check fuel supply, spark strength, and air intake flow.

Session 3 – Hands-On Repairs 🔨

Fix spark plugs, repair fuel lines, clean carburetors — and test your repairs. Teens get hands-on with common engine issues.

Session 4 – Real-World Troubleshooting Challenge 🏁

Apply everything you’ve learned on a real-world mystery problem. Diagnose it. Fix it. Ride away proud.

🔥 Perfect For:

• Teens who want to learn real-world mechanical problem-solving
• Riders who want to repair their own bike or quad
• Youth preparing for Advanced Repair or Pit Crew Leadership
• Future Baja 1000 contenders working their way up the ranks
• Teens tired of Googling “why won’t my mower start?” 😅

💵 What It Costs

Program Price: $549

This includes advanced instruction, guided troubleshooting, hands-on training with the 2009 Kawasaki KX250F, and simulated diagnostic work using the Autel MaxiSYS MS919 — one of the same tools used in real race shops.

🛠 Want to go from guesswork to greatness? This is your turning point.

🔒 Prerequisite / Safety

Required:

• Mini-Series 1: Safety & Tool Identification
• Mini-Series 2: Small Engine Maintenance
• Must be able to identify engine parts, explain how fuel/spark/air systems work, and follow safety protocols

Safety Requirements:

Close-toed shoes, hair secured, no loose clothing or jewelry. Signed safety waiver required before participation.

Want to skip the mini-series prerequisite?

You might qualify if you:

• Have prior experience with small engine repair (dirt bikes, ATVs, mowers, etc.)

• Pass a hands-on challenge or short skills evaluation with our team

• Provide a recommendation from a mechanic, mentor, or instructor familiar with your abilities

Let us know what you’ve worked on — we’ll help you find the right starting point.

🗓 Feb–Jul 2025 (Saturdays)

Series 1 (10–12 PM) — Safety & Tools

Sessions A: Jan 11 – Feb 1

Race weekend: Feb 8 — Tampa Supercross at Raymond James Stadium.

Sessions B: Feb 15 – Mar 15

Skip Mar 8 — NHRA Gatornationals (Mar 6–9) at Gainesville Raceway; overlaps with Daytona Bike Week (Feb 28–Mar 9).

Series 2 (1–3 PM) — Small Engine Maintenance

Sessions A: Feb 15 – Mar 15

Skip Mar 8 — NHRA Gatornationals / Daytona Bike Week.

Sessions B: Mar 29 – Apr 26

Skip Apr 12 — Dade City MX spring event.

Series 5 (3–5 PM) — Car Engine Basics

Sessions A: Feb 15 – Mar 15

Skip Mar 8 — NHRA Gatornationals / Daytona Bike Week.

Sessions B: Mar 29 – Apr 26

Skip Apr 12 — Dade City MX spring event.

Series 3 — Dirt Bike Systems

Sessions A: Mar 29 – Apr 26

Skip Apr 12 — Dade City MX spring event.

Sessions B: May 17 – Jun 7

Race weekend: Jun 14 — Dade City MX summer buffer.

Series 6 — Car Engine Basics

Sessions A: Mar 29 – Apr 26

Skip Apr 12 — Dade City MX spring event.

Sessions B: May 17 – Jun 7

Race weekend: Jun 14 — Dade City MX summer buffer.

Series 4 — Advanced Dirt Bike Systems

Sessions A: May 17 – Jun 7

• Race weekend: Jun 14 — Dade City MX summer buffer.