Most of the Machines in this video have a video series if you want to see more details 😎 Grape Ape - ua-cam.com/video/c_J03MYX3I0/v-deo.html TRX250R - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77LAl3mRtcK4J8Th_qovMwSq.html ASPCA Raptor - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77KOG2ue0IDd1_6dQjl1nf5S.html Blaster - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77JvDmRRDbtHizVTNky6goik.html KFX450R - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77JkwsZxcFPUWpwCynpbjfpp.html Voodoo Banshee - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77Jb7QOwtUiOmsj6piq6dm-8.html Ebay Store - www.ebay.com/usr/3422michael PARTS IN THIS VIDEO OG Banshee 421 Kit - www.ebay.com/itm/285609755612 OG Banshee Plastics - www.ebay.com/itm/285609766484 Fox Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609774412 MSR Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609779087 KBC Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609782292
I’d be curious to pick your brain on the LLC and tax side of UA-cam channels as a business if you had time at some point. Appreciate you Mike keep up the good work
Raptor 700r for dependability…I love mine and it is so easy to maintain and trouble free. Would love to see you build the Blaster up more, suspension and porting to go with your new head. I own 2009 low hour Raptor 700r, 2004 400ex, 2004 Blaster and a 2004 YFZ450 that I am going to do a build on. Keep up the awesome work Mike!!!
I had the same problem you’re having with the 660 but on my Grizzly 700. I checked the timing, valves, added a second wire to the starter from the solenoid to boost amperage, longer decompression pin, everything. It ended up being the starter clutch. The one way bearing seemed fine (would only spin one direction and lock up the other. But I replaced the gear the bearing sits on with the bushing in it as well as the starter clutch one way bearing. Turns over like stock now even with the BBK and high Comp piston and stage 2 Hotcam.
Hey Mike, if people are getting upset for you thanking the people you're networking with then they can just move along. Very few people realize how much it takes to operate a business or UA-cam channel. I love watching the videos of you restoring and putting together the quads the most, but also appreciate the work you show on how you got all to it. Keep up the great work and thank you for Powersports Nation for helping make these videos possible. The z400 was a dream quad of mine when I was younger. Every time I see one I still remember wanting one as a kid. Can't wait until you start restoring it!
I really appreciate this comment. Sometimes I let the negative comments get to me and a comment like this can remind me that it's not always personal and sometimes people really just don't understand. I am looking forward to the Z400 build as well - it's going to be a good one!
It's not networking it's marketing advertisement catering sellout shit. Instead of focusing on the grassroots every man build on junk machines that got him famous he's now worried about paid ads and sponsorships and making more money. I guarantee now we never see a video like the ones he used to make. He will always get his machines from that fucking powersports nation or w.e place.
Definitely excited for the ltz 400 project. So much aftermarket support and so reliable. I’ve had 3 and they have never let me down. Can’t wait to see where it goes
I just bought my LTZ, it's in Wost shape than Sabo's; has a bent axle and needs carrier bearings. I'll likely upgrade to the YZF450R swingarm @@MotoDoc304
Dude I’m freakin stoked! As a Z400 Owner I can’t wait to follow along with that build. Love the content, been watching for about 2 years now. Great job mike!
Its cool to see how much you care to explain yourself and everything going on. Thanks for keeping us in the loop mike. Been watching your videos for so long now sometimes i find myself wondering what you’re up to behind the scenes haha
That’s one of the reasons I enjoy his videos so much and watch them all, is his attention to detail and ability to explain things. I would love to have a Michael Sabo build in my garage.
He’s really got me considering starting a similar business and I’m also abt to do rebuilds all summer long. so long story long that’s man’s is a true inspiration
Good luck on finding a home and a shop. Just wanted to comment and say whatever you do build next I will be watching. You’re channel is actually my favorite on UA-cam. I was watching one of your videos a while back and my wife looked over my shoulder and said why are you watching a football player standing next to a quad lol
So hyped for the Z400 content. Im an 2003 owner myself that I'm doin up real sweet. One thing that you NEED TO DO on the 03 and 04 chassis is get the frame gusseted at the front shock towers at the BARE minimum. They were known for cracking at the welds on them. They fixed in 05 and onward but that is something you should definitely do for safety reasons, especially seeing the shape that thing is in.
I had an 03😭 thought I hit the jackpot trading a 2007 300ex for it and then got it home and the checked the oil and it was bone dry. Put some oil in it and it all hit the ground. Duded hadn't replace the chain I'm assuming and it snapped ans bunched on top the shifter and busted the case. I was so upset but It was in pretty bad shape ide say close to sabos so I just jb welded it and threw a hose clamp on it and it leaked a bit but I jus beat on it tbh. Thing was a monster for a 400 I still don't think it was stock it had a Yoshi slip on but the damn thing would power wheelie 3rd and I could clutch it up in 4th lmao got it up to 73 but I only had gravel roads and that was sketchhhhyyyy
Traded it for a weird ass kfx450r that somebody has swapped an honda xr500 into it. Couldn't get it to wheelie just spun I even threw a set of kenda Bearclaws I had laying around on it still nah
I don't comment much on videos. I am blind, also live in PA, haven't been blind all my life. Loved sport quads and still do. I would love to build an old blaster, with the help of my dad. Back in my sighted days was a welder, dad is still a welder fabricator. My favorite quad of his was actually a LTZ400. We currently got a RMAX4 so I could get back out trail riding. Awesome video as always, sad to see you parting with your collection, could hear the sadness in your voice as well but fully get it... Will be a long time supporter. Keep kthe sport quad alive until I get my eyesight back. Keep on keepin on man!! 33:59
People are getting upset because they are jealous that it’s not happening to them just keep doing what you’re doing it’s good to see these back on trails
You say the Grape Ape is your most known build, but I’d argue the 250R is up there also. All your bikes and builds you do are beautiful and well done, but the 250R is a show piece in my opinion. I would love to have ANY Michael Sabo build though, as I’m sure all your fans would. Thanks for the collection video. 👍✌️ I’d be interested in the Raptor or the YZ when you’re ready to part with either one.
Great video brother! Just used your 250R Engine build series with Dave Moore to rebuild my 85 ATC 250R motor. I've had this thing since 1997, so it felt awesome to do the rebuild myself. Thanks for what you do!
I can certainly appreciate the struggle. You have a lot of talent and in my opinion awesome taste in bikes and quads. When the right thing comes along you’ll know it.
I know you said you've previously owned a LTZ400 but the 2003 model frame was prone to cracking behind the upper shock mounts. I bought one brand new in 03 to race and sent mine for gussets after seeing a few people's crack. Be sure to go over those spots, especially a heavier rider like yourself. Suzuki addressed it for 2004. First year problems!!
Thanks for sharing the collection Mike. Definitely have you saved as a seller on eBay now. Hope the sales go well and you can get things all sorted quickly. Keep up the great work!
I agree the z400 is one of the most reliable quads you can get, full pipe, jetted or upgraded carb, big radiator, and good intake, the quad will last for a long time, they run good with the 434 big bore kit
Michael.... First, check your valve clearance and your timing. If thats all in spec, then add another battery to the Raptor, and make it a 24 volt starting system. All of the GNNC racers run 2 batteries on their yfz's and 450er's b/c GNCC races are dead engine starts. When we add a 2nd battery and wire it up, it puts 24v's to the starter, and it'll fire up SO DAMN FAST! Your stator will only charge your main battery, but the 2nd one should give you more than enough juice to last you at least a weekend. And you have to recharge it. And then keep that 2nd battery on a battery tender. But I'm sure you have to do that with most of your e-start machines anyway. BNR Motorsports makes a kit for the Yamaha's. But it's really easy to do it yourself, without having to buy a kit. Definitely check the intake valve clearances and the timing first. And if that's not the issue, then try the 24v deal. There's no since in having a quad you can't depend on, even if it is almost too purdy to ride....
Haters are gonna hate , They are just jealous that they don't have friends or all the hook ups that you have.. and rightfully deserve..you worked your ass off Mike to get where your at these days...your the man ,PSN are top notch people.. You Rock Dr. Quad
You're an all round Nice guy who's very talented. Don't have to apologise for doing things your way as your way has worked so far mate. Keep up the great content and awesome builds. I wish you all the success and I'll look forward to the next one, whenever and however it comes. Smashed that like button of course. 660 staring issue, my fix would be to find a geared starter that fits. Cheers🎉
You should do another raptor 700 build for trail, dune, reliable do all ripper! I know I love mine, it’s taken a beating for many years now and there’s no quit in it! Nothing beats the torque they make to push us bigger guys around with out the engine having to work so hard. Love the video man!
I put compression releases in my higher compression Harleys. Mechanical units, pretty cheap. Most guys just buy comp releases for chainsaws and fit them where you can. Pretty small, pretty simple to install.
You’ve got a plan and it’s a good one, don’t let this stuff stress you out too much, you’re a great creator and you’re doing great man. I wish I could have the knowledge that you have about those machines. ❤
I heard the o3 or 04 had weak frames check on that & I would add the adjustable shocks the newer ones have as well, im hoping for a ltz400 as a first quad once work picks back up 🤟🏾🔥
I'm glad you talked about your ebike some. Ebikes are so fun and you can ride them almost anywhere you can ride a bicycle. In a suburban setting they are absolutely awesome. I have an Ariel Rider Grizzly and it is a blast. It is also dual motor, dual battery, dual controller, similar to your bike. An AWD ebike...they are awesome but you have to get used to them (as you know I'm sure lol). I bought a second bike so when friends stop over from out of town we can go out for a ride. It's also nice if I'm doing maintenance on one bike I have another to ride and I can take my time on any maintenance.
Have you tried putting it in high gear and pushing it to get the piston on a stroke other than compression. I’m not an expert, you know way more than me but my dad had an old semi truck that had to be push started sometimes and we had to put it in a higher gear to start
Ugh, I grew up riding in Jersey trails and pits and moved to SC 3 years ago. When I watch you ride in your videos it makes me miss Jersey woods so damn much. Jersey born and raised…..REPRESENT!
I think the first vid i ever watched that u did was Grape ape Michael.im a retired master tech that grew up in the yamaha and suzuki dealerships,then eventually owning my own shop for many years,but i think u were using Aggressive graphics back then and t uh ats what kinda caught my attn as both of my sons and my adopted son Aaron work there so i was pretty stoked to watch Grape Ape,and she turned out just wicked gnarly good looking and for a 144 i thought ot sounded decent once u played w/jetting.Now i try to watch all of your u tube shows cause even us old retired Bike/quad guys never really get tired of awesome builds and/or repairs.wish i lived closer as i would love to stop by an lend a hand if u ever needed some help.Keep up the awesome builds an content as i know this ole Boy appreciates what u are doing.Peace.....
As far as the z400 goes, my crf150rb supermini has turned into my favorite track toy the older i get (24 now lol) Its fast enough to hit big jumps and light enough to never get tired. I give it to my buddies to help them improve techniques as well. To become a great rider you have to get a bike you can master. Kinda like shooting. If you buy a rifle that can out shoot the shooter, you're never gonna really learn.
Super excited about the Z400 build. I've been following for a long time and there hasn't been a single build I haven't loved. It's really a shame I can't afford one of your bikes. I can't even afford my own let alone a mike sabo special. Nevertheless keep up the great work man super excited for future content
@MichaelSabo I can’t wait for your LTZ400 build. I feel the same way about reliability out the door with a completely built quad. I’ve had my 03 z since new and recently restored it for trail riding, and also built a 03 kfx400 to the gills but that one has had problems. I hope to ride the trail built one for another 20 years! I gotta upload some new walk around videos of them soon!
I’m a 14 yo kid and I hav a 03 Z400 it’s my pride and joy but I’d love to see what u do with this one Michael (ps. U should most definitely put a big gun es exhaust on it wink wink it is loud) love ur vids be safe best of luck to ya
Just traded for a KFX450R over the weekend. Think I watched the entire KFX series at least 20 times in the last year. I think you should sell them Mike, lots of time and money went in them to just give them away!
I really love the look you put on the Blaster build. It’s super cool with the gold frame and the gray grips. ❤ Loving it! A close second has to be the Voodoo Banshee both slick looking machines. Love your videos Mike! If you have the opportunity you should checkout doing a Kawasaki 250 Mojave, lots of parts available for a rebuild!
I have a 2014 z400 and for a stock machine it’s such a fun machine to ride wether it be straight line speed or ripping through the trails, so I’m really looking forward to your restoration of the z400.
For one PSN is prob one of the best companies to buy used parts from. They sell good parts and they're fair priced and if needed to return something there easy to work with. Hell anyone would be lucky to have them as a co partner/sponsor. Great stuff man watch ya all the time.
Hey meat check it out. Keep the 125, keep the tacate 4 it's extremely rare now days, keep the trx380 sell the rest. banshees' blasters, raptors they are every where. That Kawaski 450 keep it. They are the best ones as in monetary value. You been at this long enough now you know what you have into each machine and know what you can possibly get for them, but don't take huge losses on them either doing a ground up resto on quads is not cheap, you got to make money also. You're a smart man you'll figure it out.
Awesome collection. After watching your videos I am looking for a raptor 660 to restore! Seeing the quad magazine shock covers brought me back to my high school days! If I remember right you got those as like a free gift when you subscribed to the magazine.
Nice collection…. I heard that you mentioned Ken O’Connor that’s an awesome guy to work with.. I’m a customer of his shop… he has a lot of experience blasters & banshees…
If the raptor doesn't have a high CCA lithium battery, it needs one. Harley davidson sells them in most group sizes, pushing like 700cca out of a 2lb battery. They are amazing, will definitely fix that starting issue.
I believe the z400s are known for soft valves. I'd go with ferrea valves as ive seen too many broken kibblewhites. Also we need a warrior build. You should definitely team up with DRW for that if you do build one. Keep up the great work man. Awesome content.
Being a Blaster guy, the Crispy Chicken is my favorite! I like the upgrade talk with it, and hoping you go to a wider axle. Would love to have it and it would be great for our home made track across the street. It covers almost a half a block! Love the builds Mike ! BulTaco
I can't say enough it's awesome to have lots of toys, but they come with a few setbacks, but the way you treat your machines is Grand. Keep up the good work brother 👍💪. Hit that like button up ✅✅✅✅
Awesome machines, glad I was able to watch along and learn some stuff. Inspired me to rescue abused machines, and hopefully I’ll reduce a banshee here soon. Things are ridiculously expensive for a beat to hell machine lol
Greetings from Florida,, new viewer here ,, love the content, 1st vid i saw was CAN-AM MAV Rebuild , love that vid,, surprised you never replaced it with another SXS in your collection, look forward to more vids
When you get to your Tecate 4, contact Dave at ILR Performance. He specializes in the T4, does big bore kits, pipes, etc. He has a few T4 engine builds posted on youtube. HRE makes extended a-arms and swing arms, Full Flight too--at least the arms. DG did a run of extended axles not so long ago. I've got an 88 I've been building over the years, going to ride it tomorrow, in fact.
If you're seriously considering selling all your machines maybe you could do a raffle. It would be super rad to meet you and hang out. Going out for a ride would be the topper.
My raptor did that as well. I would loosen the spark plug and it would roll over and start. When it did it to me on the trails. I'd pop it in 4th or 5th gear and roll it passed that hump and it would fire rite up
Would love to see a stock Carb yfz450 build. 4 Strokes are huge here in socal and definitely interested to see a tutorial on a full engine build for a yfz 450. Keep up the great work, love the content🤙
Hey Mike, maybe look into putting a compression release on the head for the starting issue? A lot of Harley’s have them. Heck, even some larger cc chainsaws have them. Great work as always!
Was trying to get in touch with you I was selling my 500 zilla it just needed plastics it had the 90s purple ones on it and wanted you to build it I sold it for 2500 with a new build on the motor but you did t see my comments. It was nice I come across stuff all the time if your ever looking Mike. Love this video love all your bikes man!
Dude, thank you for offering that to me. I didn't see the message - it is really hard to keep up with any of my inboxes these days but I still appreciate you offering it and all the comments 🤘
love the fact the yz125 has a darn THUMB throttle 😂😂😂. i had a 98 rm125 during covid that i loved. i share the same curse of not being very good on 2 wheels(unless its a pull start big tire mini bike). also replace that starter cluch in the raptor. we had the SAME issue with my buddies 01 stroker. starter clutch fixed it excited to see the tecate as a future project always wanted one. you will love that z400 once its all rideable.
125s are so much fun man! Hopefully we both get better at riding them 😂 The raptor does have a new starter clutch in it; though it is possible it is still faulty.
Would love to see the drz video. Been riding 4 wheelers my whole life but recently got an 06 dr200 from my father in-law that I ride back and forth to work. The wife won't let me have a fast motorcycle after I wrecked the last one 🤣
Z400 Mike is exciting. I've been thinking about another quad, but I'll just keep going with my 416 Hornet. Get the brakes upgraded suspension is stock. I super got to get that done. it's only money, but love this vid man
Man, I'm super excited bout the z400 and can't wait to see more riding vids. Don't get me wrong. Your builds are epic! I'm just saying riding vids are awesome, lol
On any of your machines that are electric start and are having a hard time with them starting. Try a higher cranking out put battery. I’ve got a fully build mx quad and I run a antigravity 240 cca battery and it turns over perfect. If I put a stock 130cca battery on it the bike won’t even turn 1mm. Get a nice high output battery on them things
You can see this dude is sad to see this stuff go. Michael sabo your a true genuine fella love the videos but it's a shame there isn't more good luck with all your projects. 👍
For your raptor, I had a super built motorcycle that did similar, I would put it in 2nd gear and push the bike backwards a few inches and rotate the engine back a tad that way would always help me get it started
With the raptor 660 instead of taking the timing covers off you can put it in gear and turn it by manually Turing the wheels to get it out of tdc or bdc
Hey Mike, your collection is awesome, I’ve seen that your unfamiliar with the ole Yamaha warrior 350. If you are at some point able to fix one of them things up that would be very cool in my opinion. Love your videos man keep it up!
I've got the same issue with my predator 500... high comp setup, kw valves and bh springs etc, if it hymns up, stick it in 4th or 5th gear and rock it backwards, usually it gives it about room inside to roll on over.
Most of the Machines in this video have a video series if you want to see more details 😎
Grape Ape - ua-cam.com/video/c_J03MYX3I0/v-deo.html
TRX250R - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77LAl3mRtcK4J8Th_qovMwSq.html
ASPCA Raptor - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77KOG2ue0IDd1_6dQjl1nf5S.html
Blaster - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77JvDmRRDbtHizVTNky6goik.html
KFX450R - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77JkwsZxcFPUWpwCynpbjfpp.html
Voodoo Banshee - ua-cam.com/play/PLJ_XMo4jy77Jb7QOwtUiOmsj6piq6dm-8.html
Ebay Store - www.ebay.com/usr/3422michael
PARTS IN THIS VIDEO
OG Banshee 421 Kit - www.ebay.com/itm/285609755612
OG Banshee Plastics - www.ebay.com/itm/285609766484
Fox Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609774412
MSR Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609779087
KBC Signed Helmet - www.ebay.com/itm/285609782292
Try a warrior there reliable and bulletproof
I’d be curious to pick your brain on the LLC and tax side of UA-cam channels as a business if you had time at some point. Appreciate you Mike keep up the good work
Get another raptor 700r that’s my main bike I love it and reliable
Micheal...do not buy a house now. Give it a year brother there will be some deals. God bless, Take care
Raptor 700r for dependability…I love mine and it is so easy to maintain and trouble free. Would love to see you build the Blaster up more, suspension and porting to go with your new head. I own 2009 low hour Raptor 700r, 2004 400ex, 2004 Blaster and a 2004 YFZ450 that I am going to do a build on. Keep up the awesome work Mike!!!
I had the same problem you’re having with the 660 but on my Grizzly 700. I checked the timing, valves, added a second wire to the starter from the solenoid to boost amperage, longer decompression pin, everything. It ended up being the starter clutch. The one way bearing seemed fine (would only spin one direction and lock up the other. But I replaced the gear the bearing sits on with the bushing in it as well as the starter clutch one way bearing. Turns over like stock now even with the BBK and high Comp piston and stage 2 Hotcam.
My buddy had the same problem we changed the starter and it seemed to fix the problem
Definitely the one way starter clutch from the symptoms described
Had loads of problems from my starter clutch on my old 660 but it always turned over gear just wouldnt catch to start.
Hey Mike, if people are getting upset for you thanking the people you're networking with then they can just move along. Very few people realize how much it takes to operate a business or UA-cam channel. I love watching the videos of you restoring and putting together the quads the most, but also appreciate the work you show on how you got all to it. Keep up the great work and thank you for Powersports Nation for helping make these videos possible. The z400 was a dream quad of mine when I was younger. Every time I see one I still remember wanting one as a kid. Can't wait until you start restoring it!
I really appreciate this comment. Sometimes I let the negative comments get to me and a comment like this can remind me that it's not always personal and sometimes people really just don't understand.
I am looking forward to the Z400 build as well - it's going to be a good one!
It's not networking it's marketing advertisement catering sellout shit. Instead of focusing on the grassroots every man build on junk machines that got him famous he's now worried about paid ads and sponsorships and making more money. I guarantee now we never see a video like the ones he used to make. He will always get his machines from that fucking powersports nation or w.e place.
@@simphunter4292jelly much lol get a life kid
@@simphunter4292if u don’t like the content find another channel and take negativity with u
Definitely excited for the ltz 400 project. So much aftermarket support and so reliable. I’ve had 3 and they have never let me down. Can’t wait to see where it goes
Diddo!
You never had carrier problems? I got 2 of em cant go on more than 5 rides without the carrier going out
I just bought my LTZ, it's in Wost shape than Sabo's; has a bent axle and needs carrier bearings. I'll likely upgrade to the YZF450R swingarm @@MotoDoc304
Dude I’m freakin stoked! As a Z400 Owner I can’t wait to follow along with that build. Love the content, been watching for about 2 years now. Great job mike!
Is it the same motor as the drz 400?
@Marts1499 it's the same as the drz400 yes. Also the kx 400 and some can am had the same motor. Those 2 were basically rebadged z400s
Its cool to see how much you care to explain yourself and everything going on. Thanks for keeping us in the loop mike. Been watching your videos for so long now sometimes i find myself wondering what you’re up to behind the scenes haha
That’s one of the reasons I enjoy his videos so much and watch them all, is his attention to detail and ability to explain things. I would love to have a Michael Sabo build in my garage.
Hey Michael you inspired me at 14 rebuilt a 400EX which is now mine but you’ve inspired me to start my company working on quads and powersports
He’s really got me considering starting a similar business and I’m also abt to do rebuilds all summer long. so long story long that’s man’s is a true inspiration
Go for it that would be awesome and you're young you could make a career on UA-cam go for it would love to see it ♥️👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼
Good luck on finding a home and a shop. Just wanted to comment and say whatever you do build next I will be watching. You’re channel is actually my favorite on UA-cam. I was watching one of your videos a while back and my wife looked over my shoulder and said why are you watching a football player standing next to a quad lol
Hahaha, this genuinely made me smile man. Thank you for the love and support 🤘
All your missing in the Yamaha section is a warrior, I’d love to see you build one, I rebuilt mine not too long ago
So hyped for the Z400 content. Im an 2003 owner myself that I'm doin up real sweet. One thing that you NEED TO DO on the 03 and 04 chassis is get the frame gusseted at the front shock towers at the BARE minimum. They were known for cracking at the welds on them. They fixed in 05 and onward but that is something you should definitely do for safety reasons, especially seeing the shape that thing is in.
I had an 03😭 thought I hit the jackpot trading a 2007 300ex for it and then got it home and the checked the oil and it was bone dry. Put some oil in it and it all hit the ground. Duded hadn't replace the chain I'm assuming and it snapped ans bunched on top the shifter and busted the case. I was so upset but It was in pretty bad shape ide say close to sabos so I just jb welded it and threw a hose clamp on it and it leaked a bit but I jus beat on it tbh. Thing was a monster for a 400 I still don't think it was stock it had a Yoshi slip on but the damn thing would power wheelie 3rd and I could clutch it up in 4th lmao got it up to 73 but I only had gravel roads and that was sketchhhhyyyy
Traded it for a weird ass kfx450r that somebody has swapped an honda xr500 into it. Couldn't get it to wheelie just spun I even threw a set of kenda Bearclaws I had laying around on it still nah
I don't comment much on videos. I am blind, also live in PA, haven't been blind all my life. Loved sport quads and still do. I would love to build an old blaster, with the help of my dad. Back in my sighted days was a welder, dad is still a welder fabricator. My favorite quad of his was actually a LTZ400. We currently got a RMAX4 so I could get back out trail riding. Awesome video as always, sad to see you parting with your collection, could hear the sadness in your voice as well but fully get it... Will be a long time supporter. Keep kthe sport quad alive until I get my eyesight back. Keep on keepin on man!! 33:59
I can't wait to see the build on the z400. I've had mine for almost 8 years it's bored over to a 440. Been the most reliable quad I've ever owned.
People are getting upset because they are jealous that it’s not happening to them just keep doing what you’re doing it’s good to see these back on trails
PSN is an amazing company!!! Thank God for anyone who is helping us save machines from the abyss!!! ❤❤❤
You say the Grape Ape is your most known build, but I’d argue the 250R is up there also. All your bikes and builds you do are beautiful and well done, but the 250R is a show piece in my opinion. I would love to have ANY Michael Sabo build though, as I’m sure all your fans would. Thanks for the collection video. 👍✌️
I’d be interested in the Raptor or the YZ when you’re ready to part with either one.
id like to buy his 250r and then make videos of me putting his bike on the podium
@@867diesel that would be badass. I’d love to have a 250R but they’re pricey lol and their getting harder to find.
Man what a collection! All the hard work in these machines is crazy
The KFX, Lakota, and Tecate4 love!!! 💪
Great video brother! Just used your 250R Engine build series with Dave Moore to rebuild my 85 ATC 250R motor. I've had this thing since 1997, so it felt awesome to do the rebuild myself. Thanks for what you do!
I can certainly appreciate the struggle. You have a lot of talent and in my opinion awesome taste in bikes and quads. When the right thing comes along you’ll know it.
I know you said you've previously owned a LTZ400 but the 2003 model frame was prone to cracking behind the upper shock mounts. I bought one brand new in 03 to race and sent mine for gussets after seeing a few people's crack. Be sure to go over those spots, especially a heavier rider like yourself. Suzuki addressed it for 2004. First year problems!!
Dude thank you for pointing this out! Definitely sounds like a gusset job before it becomes an issue!
Thanks for sharing the collection Mike. Definitely have you saved as a seller on eBay now. Hope the sales go well and you can get things all sorted quickly. Keep up the great work!
I appreciate that man! Thank you!
I agree the z400 is one of the most reliable quads you can get, full pipe, jetted or upgraded carb, big radiator, and good intake, the quad will last for a long time, they run good with the 434 big bore kit
Michael.... First, check your valve clearance and your timing. If thats all in spec, then add another battery to the Raptor, and make it a 24 volt starting system. All of the GNNC racers run 2 batteries on their yfz's and 450er's b/c GNCC races are dead engine starts. When we add a 2nd battery and wire it up, it puts 24v's to the starter, and it'll fire up SO DAMN FAST!
Your stator will only charge your main battery, but the 2nd one should give you more than enough juice to last you at least a weekend. And you have to recharge it. And then keep that 2nd battery on a battery tender. But I'm sure you have to do that with most of your e-start machines anyway.
BNR Motorsports makes a kit for the Yamaha's. But it's really easy to do it yourself, without having to buy a kit.
Definitely check the intake valve clearances and the timing first. And if that's not the issue, then try the 24v deal.
There's no since in having a quad you can't depend on, even if it is almost too purdy to ride....
Haters are gonna hate ,
They are just jealous that they don't have friends or all the hook ups that you have.. and rightfully deserve..you worked your ass off Mike to get where your at these days...your the man ,PSN are top notch people..
You Rock Dr. Quad
You're an all round Nice guy who's very talented. Don't have to apologise for doing things your way as your way has worked so far mate. Keep up the great content and awesome builds. I wish you all the success and I'll look forward to the next one, whenever and however it comes. Smashed that like button of course.
660 staring issue, my fix would be to find a geared starter that fits. Cheers🎉
Oh and fantastic bunch of madness you've created there.. Well done
I feel like a warrior 350 build would be really interesting to see
I agree 🤘
You should do another raptor 700 build for trail, dune, reliable do all ripper! I know I love mine, it’s taken a beating for many years now and there’s no quit in it! Nothing beats the torque they make to push us bigger guys around with out the engine having to work so hard. Love the video man!
Ready to see you do a quad set up for flat track!
I put compression releases in my higher compression Harleys. Mechanical units, pretty cheap. Most guys just buy comp releases for chainsaws and fit them where you can. Pretty small, pretty simple to install.
You’ve got a plan and it’s a good one, don’t let this stuff stress you out too much, you’re a great creator and you’re doing great man. I wish I could have the knowledge that you have about those machines. ❤
Nice collection Mike. Thanks for the shout out. Be sure to run high test, fresh fuel with that head.
Thank you Ken! I am looking forward to feeling the difference with the new head on there!
I heard the o3 or 04 had weak frames check on that & I would add the adjustable shocks the newer ones have as well, im hoping for a ltz400 as a first quad once work picks back up 🤟🏾🔥
Yup they definitely did, notorious for welds cracking at the upper shock tower on the front.
I'm glad you talked about your ebike some. Ebikes are so fun and you can ride them almost anywhere you can ride a bicycle. In a suburban setting they are absolutely awesome. I have an Ariel Rider Grizzly and it is a blast. It is also dual motor, dual battery, dual controller, similar to your bike. An AWD ebike...they are awesome but you have to get used to them (as you know I'm sure lol). I bought a second bike so when friends stop over from out of town we can go out for a ride. It's also nice if I'm doing maintenance on one bike I have another to ride and I can take my time on any maintenance.
Hell yea man, they're super fun for sure and karens can't complain about the noise🤘
Have you tried putting it in high gear and pushing it to get the piston on a stroke other than compression. I’m not an expert, you know way more than me but my dad had an old semi truck that had to be push started sometimes and we had to put it in a higher gear to start
Ugh, I grew up riding in Jersey trails and pits and moved to SC 3 years ago.
When I watch you ride in your videos it makes me miss Jersey woods so damn much.
Jersey born and raised…..REPRESENT!
I think the first vid i ever watched that u did was Grape ape Michael.im a retired master tech that grew up in the yamaha and suzuki dealerships,then eventually owning my own shop for many years,but i think u were using Aggressive graphics back then and t uh ats what kinda caught my attn as both of my sons and my adopted son Aaron work there so i was pretty stoked to watch Grape Ape,and she turned out just wicked gnarly good looking and for a 144 i thought ot sounded decent once u played w/jetting.Now i try to watch all of your u tube shows cause even us old retired Bike/quad guys never really get tired of awesome builds and/or repairs.wish i lived closer as i would love to stop by an lend a hand if u ever needed some help.Keep up the awesome builds an content as i know this ole Boy appreciates what u are doing.Peace.....
Gran colección Michael ! Uno mejor q el otro ! El kawa ese es una reliquia !!
Saludos desde argentina ✌🏻
As far as the z400 goes, my crf150rb supermini has turned into my favorite track toy the older i get (24 now lol) Its fast enough to hit big jumps and light enough to never get tired. I give it to my buddies to help them improve techniques as well. To become a great rider you have to get a bike you can master. Kinda like shooting. If you buy a rifle that can out shoot the shooter, you're never gonna really learn.
Super excited about the Z400 build. I've been following for a long time and there hasn't been a single build I haven't loved. It's really a shame I can't afford one of your bikes. I can't even afford my own let alone a mike sabo special. Nevertheless keep up the great work man super excited for future content
Literally can’t wait to see what you do with the Suzuki and Tecate. One day, I’d love to see a Warrior 350 given the “Sabo Treatment” 🤙
kenny is the man he did so much for me with my blaster in the early 2000s i introduced him to the vitos piston
@MichaelSabo I can’t wait for your LTZ400 build. I feel the same way about reliability out the door with a completely built quad. I’ve had my 03 z since new and recently restored it for trail riding, and also built a 03 kfx400 to the gills but that one has had problems. I hope to ride the trail built one for another 20 years! I gotta upload some new walk around videos of them soon!
Loved the behind the scenes stuff at the end.
I’m a 14 yo kid and I hav a 03 Z400 it’s my pride and joy but I’d love to see what u do with this one Michael (ps. U should most definitely put a big gun es exhaust on it wink wink it is loud) love ur vids be safe best of luck to ya
Thank you for the love man! Fun fact, one of my old Z400s had a big gun exhaust and my friends hated riding behind me 😂
Cool to get an update vid, i figured you had sold most of these by now
They're still hanging around; I never know what to do with them lol
Just traded for a KFX450R over the weekend. Think I watched the entire KFX series at least 20 times in the last year. I think you should sell them Mike, lots of time and money went in them to just give them away!
That’s a badass collection Mike. I bought my KFX because of that 450 top quad series. Cool to see all the machines out and together.
I really love the look you put on the Blaster build. It’s super cool with the gold frame and the gray grips. ❤ Loving it! A close second has to be the Voodoo Banshee both slick looking machines. Love your videos Mike! If you have the opportunity you should checkout doing a Kawasaki 250 Mojave, lots of parts available for a rebuild!
I have a 2014 z400 and for a stock machine it’s such a fun machine to ride wether it be straight line speed or ripping through the trails, so I’m really looking forward to your restoration of the z400.
Cool…So you have a 2nd gen Z. Hows the aftermarket support for that one?
Awesome to hear man! You never see those 2nd gen Z400s anywhere!
For one PSN is prob one of the best companies to buy used parts from. They sell good parts and they're fair priced and if needed to return something there easy to work with. Hell anyone would be lucky to have them as a co partner/sponsor. Great stuff man watch ya all the time.
Hey meat check it out. Keep the 125, keep the tacate 4 it's extremely rare now days, keep the trx380 sell the rest. banshees' blasters, raptors they are every where. That Kawaski 450 keep it. They are the best ones as in monetary value. You been at this long enough now you know what you have into each machine and know what you can possibly get for them, but don't take huge losses on them either doing a ground up resto on quads is not cheap, you got to make money also. You're a smart man you'll figure it out.
I would love to own the voodoo banshee! Great job as always, very nice collection thank you for all you're doing and for bringing all of us along.
Thank you Shane, glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome collection. After watching your videos I am looking for a raptor 660 to restore! Seeing the quad magazine shock covers brought me back to my high school days! If I remember right you got those as like a free gift when you subscribed to the magazine.
Two sexy toys. The voodoo banshee and grape ape!❤❤❤❤u build and design a sick powersport every fckin time!!!!!!
I had an old XT 500 and we called it old faithful, if it had fuel it it went! ❤
Those are the best machines man
The flip up headlight of the old Kawasaki was so cool
oo the Tecate 4 video will be a great, i love the way those things look. Its like an 80s Lambo.
Appreciate the update homie
Don’t sweat it 2023 been hell
You have some of the nicest machines on the UA-cam
Thank you Keith!
You need a Carport brother - that would should you enough room to work on the Corvette - its amazing what you do in that small garage!
Nice collection…. I heard that you mentioned Ken O’Connor that’s an awesome guy to work with.. I’m a customer of his shop… he has a lot of experience blasters & banshees…
If the raptor doesn't have a high CCA lithium battery, it needs one. Harley davidson sells them in most group sizes, pushing like 700cca out of a 2lb battery. They are amazing, will definitely fix that starting issue.
Whao! 700CCA would definitely make a difference - the battery in there is only 290CCA if I remember correctly. Thank you for the idea!~
I believe the z400s are known for soft valves. I'd go with ferrea valves as ive seen too many broken kibblewhites. Also we need a warrior build. You should definitely team up with DRW for that if you do build one. Keep up the great work man. Awesome content.
You’re missing the bolt for the kick start on the drz!!! Figured I’d let ya know.
my smr pipe is showing up in a few days...Scott is the man. Ken o Conor is local to me he does all my machine work
Both great guys! Congrats on the pipe man, I'm excited for you
@MichaelSabo luckly cpi has top ends cases won't show up till feb.
I hope you can keep all your quads you take better care of them then almost anyone
Being a Blaster guy, the Crispy Chicken is my favorite! I like the upgrade talk with it, and hoping you go to a wider axle. Would love to have it and it would be great for our home made track across the street. It covers almost a half a block! Love the builds Mike ! BulTaco
I think a YAMAHA WARRIOR 350 would be a great build series. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹
To anyone complaining about him mentioning psn you are all absolute clowns. They are the ones saving these old bikes.
I can't say enough it's awesome to have lots of toys, but they come with a few setbacks, but the way you treat your machines is Grand. Keep up the good work brother 👍💪. Hit that like button up ✅✅✅✅
Man what a great job! One of the best collection videos I’ve see. Great production value! Keep ‘‘em coming.
Bro you should do some riding content on the bikes too. They always sound sooo good. Wouldn’t mind a lil 10-15 min trail action
Awesome machines, glad I was able to watch along and learn some stuff. Inspired me to rescue abused machines, and hopefully I’ll reduce a banshee here soon. Things are ridiculously expensive for a beat to hell machine lol
Greetings from Florida,, new viewer here ,, love the content, 1st vid i saw was CAN-AM MAV Rebuild , love that vid,, surprised you never replaced it with another SXS in your collection, look forward to more vids
When you get to your Tecate 4, contact Dave at ILR Performance. He specializes in the T4, does big bore kits, pipes, etc. He has a few T4 engine builds posted on youtube. HRE makes extended a-arms and swing arms, Full Flight too--at least the arms. DG did a run of extended axles not so long ago. I've got an 88 I've been building over the years, going to ride it tomorrow, in fact.
If you're seriously considering selling all your machines maybe you could do a raffle. It would be super rad to meet you and hang out. Going out for a ride would be the topper.
Nice collection my favorite are the 250r the banshee and the yz
should build a snowmachine or (snowmobile) for the lower 48 folks. love what your doin I watch religiously.
My raptor did that as well. I would loosen the spark plug and it would roll over and start. When it did it to me on the trails. I'd pop it in 4th or 5th gear and roll it passed that hump and it would fire rite up
Would love to see a stock Carb yfz450 build. 4 Strokes are huge here in socal and definitely interested to see a tutorial on a full engine build for a yfz 450. Keep up the great work, love the content🤙
Thank you for the feedback - I've always got an OG YFZ on my list to build if a good deal comes along 🤘
Hey Mike, maybe look into putting a compression release on the head for the starting issue? A lot of Harley’s have them. Heck, even some larger cc chainsaws have them. Great work as always!
Was trying to get in touch with you I was selling my 500 zilla it just needed plastics it had the 90s purple ones on it and wanted you to build it I sold it for 2500 with a new build on the motor but you did t see my comments. It was nice I come across stuff all the time if your ever looking Mike. Love this video love all your bikes man!
Dude, thank you for offering that to me. I didn't see the message - it is really hard to keep up with any of my inboxes these days but I still appreciate you offering it and all the comments 🤘
@@MichaelSabo anytime man! Been rocking with you since day 1!!!!
love the fact the yz125 has a darn THUMB throttle 😂😂😂. i had a 98 rm125 during covid that i loved. i share the same curse of not being very good on 2 wheels(unless its a pull start big tire mini bike).
also replace that starter cluch in the raptor. we had the SAME issue with my buddies 01 stroker. starter clutch fixed it
excited to see the tecate as a future project always wanted one.
you will love that z400 once its all rideable.
125s are so much fun man! Hopefully we both get better at riding them 😂 The raptor does have a new starter clutch in it; though it is possible it is still faulty.
Would love to see the drz video. Been riding 4 wheelers my whole life but recently got an 06 dr200 from my father in-law that I ride back and forth to work. The wife won't let me have a fast motorcycle after I wrecked the last one 🤣
Yes I can't wait for the Z400
Omg! Dude! The music and editing is off the chain 😮 ❤😊
Z400 Mike is exciting. I've been thinking about another quad, but I'll just keep going with my 416 Hornet. Get the brakes upgraded suspension is stock. I super got to get that done. it's only money, but love this vid man
@@justincarlfilms I was gunna say the same thing, editing and music are SICK!!! Love you too Justin Carl lol
@Jesiah-Rod88 Thanks, bro 🙏
I appreciate all the kind words and the support with comments bro! The Z400 is going to be a good one
Man, I'm super excited bout the z400 and can't wait to see more riding vids. Don't get me wrong. Your builds are epic! I'm just saying riding vids are awesome, lol
On any of your machines that are electric start and are having a hard time with them starting. Try a higher cranking out put battery. I’ve got a fully build mx quad and I run a antigravity 240 cca battery and it turns over perfect. If I put a stock 130cca battery on it the bike won’t even turn 1mm. Get a nice high output battery on them things
Great video as always man, I’ve been curious if you still had all of those machines 🤙
Girlfriend is gonna keep an eye on the Tecate! Big fans from Victorville Cali!
I would love to see you build a Surron and see how you feel about it!
You can see this dude is sad to see this stuff go. Michael sabo your a true genuine fella love the videos but it's a shame there isn't more good luck with all your projects. 👍
Thank you for the love Doug! It's sad to see them go, but it's also going to be good seeing the joy they bring the next owners.
Nice collection bro i wish i had a collection like that💪
Sick machines. I have a real soft spot for tecate4s. Always wanted one. Next to impossible to find. Cant wait for a z400 vid!🔥🔥
For your raptor, I had a super built motorcycle that did similar, I would put it in 2nd gear and push the bike backwards a few inches and rotate the engine back a tad that way would always help me get it started
I was gonna tell him to put it in 4th or 5th and roll it. It did that when I did my timing chain.
With the raptor 660 instead of taking the timing covers off you can put it in gear and turn it by manually Turing the wheels to get it out of tdc or bdc
Yes correct
You could try pulling the spark plug out and see if it spins over freely. If it still struggles you know it’s not just the compression making it drag.
Turns over nice and smooth with no plug :/
Man can't wait for the Z 400 build I'm excited you got that quad in the stable
Hey Mike, your collection is awesome, I’ve seen that your unfamiliar with the ole Yamaha warrior 350. If you are at some point able to fix one of them things up that would be very cool in my opinion. Love your videos man keep it up!
I've got the same issue with my predator 500... high comp setup, kw valves and bh springs etc, if it hymns up, stick it in 4th or 5th gear and rock it backwards, usually it gives it about room inside to roll on over.
Hey Mike love your videos man hope everything your striving for works out your a very hard worker