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  • @danashcroft961
    @danashcroft961 4 роки тому +1

    Very interesting build, who knew that a simple little bike like that could shake out so many issues. Might wanna run some split ring washers on them exhaust studs and that should solve your loosening issue. All in all a very enjoyable sunday watch...As always thanks for inviting me along...

  • @andy1056
    @andy1056 6 років тому +1

    Really enjoyed this series. I owned an SL125 in 1974, and rode it everywhere for several years. A special thanks for the ride at the end, which brought back a lot of fond memories.

  • @pauls5745
    @pauls5745 7 років тому +2

    I love watching it all come together! now I have no fear of bringing an old bike back to life. the 70s bikes are so cool, and they are still out there just tucked away needing some attention

  • @maartin111
    @maartin111 6 років тому +1

    In 82 I had a 125 XL and my friend had the SL. The SL was much lighter and I think more fun. Still not easy to corner as the CofG was high. I loved my XL. It looked classic with white mud guards and red tank. Drove it from North to South Wales all the way it rained and have never been so soaked! Quite an adventure for a 125cc bike! The SL though is so light and a lot of fun. I really felt the tension as you went through changing the damaged sprockets, hoping it would turn out right. Thanks for a great series!

  • @steveweber9440
    @steveweber9440 4 роки тому

    Thoroughly enjoyed hanging out with you in the garage for this one. Had a few laughs as well. All in fun. I had a couple of SL 70s back in the day. Keep it going. Thanks.

  • @jameseasterbrooks5363
    @jameseasterbrooks5363 7 років тому

    Another nice job rescuing an orphaned machine. It's very satisfying to see a neglected mechanical device come back to useful (and fun) life. Enjoy riding it!

  • @1947JustinCase
    @1947JustinCase 7 років тому +1

    Loved following your build of this 125. It's a great little bike. I rode a CL90 back in the day, for tens of thousands of miles and love the smaller displacement bikes. Good job. Give us an update once in a while.....

  • @mrcutfish
    @mrcutfish 7 років тому

    Very much enjoyed this build. I had a 1975 Honda 125 when I was a teenager. Many a mile on the trails and backroad of northern Michigan. Really enjoyed the ride part took me back to those days of freedom. Love spending time with you in the shop and your attitude is wonderful. Thank you for being a great friend to visit.

  • @NeilABliss
    @NeilABliss 7 років тому

    She's no concourse princess, but having seen the effort that went into make her road worthy... I'd have no problem owning a little sweetie like her. Thanks for the videos... both educational and entertaining.

  • @jerrycooper3216
    @jerrycooper3216 6 років тому +2

    Watching in UK and really enjoyed each of these videos. I particularly like the way you don't panic when you hit a problem or don't quite get how something works. You are a natural teacher and your repairs and resorations make really good watching. Heartfelt thanks Mustie.

  • @radiok2ua
    @radiok2ua 5 років тому +2

    This is an excellent project! Meaty and worthwhile. Really great job. You're a great teacher and it's fun to hang out with you--it's almost like being there. Keep up the great work and thanks for having us along for the ride!

  • @scottcarlon6318
    @scottcarlon6318 6 років тому

    Remember the old ad campaign? ...you meet the nicest people on a Honda. Another great video Mustie.

  • @codycheney3401
    @codycheney3401 7 років тому +1

    Hey Darrin,
    You know I have owned at least a dozen bikes and I have never had a bike that started so easily ! I really learn a lot from your videos ! Thanks for taking the time to make your videos

  • @SebSar-ef4zj
    @SebSar-ef4zj 3 роки тому +1

    SL Hondas were and still are such beautiful bikes and the engineering on these bike were so well sorted out. I had a SL 350 in 1972 , and I've has so many other bikes since, but I must say the SL 350 was the best. Your SL125 look great and I'm sure by the time you finish, it will be a lovely nostalgic bike. Love your work

  • @johngerraughty
    @johngerraughty 7 років тому +16

    Great series! I owned an early 70's SL70 around 1982 and this brings back so many memories, especially the sound of the engine when you wind it up! My family thinks I am nuts for staring at my computer screen for hours on end watching you wrench on this thing but it is the cheapest therapy out there. Keep up the good work!

  • @timslater2028
    @timslater2028 6 років тому +2

    How satisfying to completely rebuild and enjoy the ride. I can almost feel part of your feeling of accomplishment. You are a real talent, love to watch.
    Tim

  • @gregmannos
    @gregmannos 6 років тому

    Watching your channel is truly a trip down memory lane.

  • @ukbusman
    @ukbusman 2 роки тому

    Love to see you work on that steam roller at the end. Lot of effort in this series, thanks for bringing us all along Mustie.

  • @gregpardee5595
    @gregpardee5595 6 років тому

    Awe man! I had the exact bike except mine was gold and black in the 70's. I got my drivers license and cycle endorsement on my birthday in "77". I rode mine until the rod bearing wore out and a replacement crank cost more than I paid for the bike! Thanks for the memories!

  • @mickey533
    @mickey533 7 років тому

    You are having too much fun. Thanks for a great series. You are an inspiration!

  • @Popeye64
    @Popeye64 7 років тому

    I like this one. Still very good runner. Learned a couple of new things. Thanks to you. Keep on doing it. You are a very good mechanic.

  • @sirchomps
    @sirchomps 7 років тому +1

    Dang Mustie! You've got me wanting to find an old bike and bring it back from the dead. I already have a fusion in my neck and a plate,and two other discs in my lower back on the"watch list" . All that's probably from my younger years jumping stuff with out a landing ramp,so I have a lot of business getting one! Lol! Thanks! Love the vids!

  • @josephtaverna1287
    @josephtaverna1287 5 років тому

    I guess I am 365 days late but you know what they say mustie better late than never the series on this bike was phenomenal you are the man no doubt

  • @chadwilliams4798
    @chadwilliams4798 5 років тому +3

    Enjoyed this whole series! The patience you have is amazing! Nice build and thanks for sharing!

  • @momsazombie1
    @momsazombie1 6 років тому +1

    Great series. Thanks Mustie. I have a CL125 from the same era and I love it, it's all the bike I need. Good looking, light, nimble, economical, easy to work on and can handle some light off roading.

  • @stevemarriott9755
    @stevemarriott9755 7 років тому

    I do believe we have just seen the next project. This was a great series Darrin thanks for sharing, another one saved from the cabbage

  • @MrMbaines13
    @MrMbaines13 6 років тому

    You have so much of your time and skill into re-building this motorcycle.... If it were me I would have a very difficult time of selling it.

  • @peej123
    @peej123 7 років тому

    Another great video. Every time I watch one of your videos it inspires me to get off my butt and get out in my garage!

  • @robinbrowne5419
    @robinbrowne5419 6 років тому

    A wonderful series of videos. Thank you. I am happy that you choose to rebuild Honda bikes, because, I believe, Honda is the greatest motorcycle company of all times. They basically invented every type of motorcycle that we know today. Robin, Ottawa, Canada.

  • @schwartzenheimer1
    @schwartzenheimer1 6 років тому

    The ride reminded me of my first rides on a friend's Honda 90, circa 1965. I then bought a CB160, but never got over my love for thumpers. Next bike was a 1953 Matchless G80CS - 300+ lbs of leaky 500cc British goodness. Thanks for the memories, and the great restoration...

  • @travelthenorth2
    @travelthenorth2 7 років тому

    Thanks for bringing this bike back to life and for bringing us along. Enjoy - looks like a fun little bike.

  • @lawrenceenderle1768
    @lawrenceenderle1768 7 років тому

    Hi, I am really enjoying watching your you tube channel. I am not in a position to work on Mini bikes motorcycles and cars anymore but I am sure learning a lot from you. I especially enjoyed your Barn find Honda CB 350. Great, Loved watching the test drive , brings back memories. You are very knowledgeable and great camera work too. Thanks for the enjoyment. Larry Enderle

  • @ANDYMCNET
    @ANDYMCNET 7 років тому +7

    My own Tip & Just The Tip Mind is for pushing wires through Glands/Grommets. Take a cheap
    pen apart and push the ends of the wires inside the pen body, then use is like
    a big needle. 👍 P.S I haven’t been a SUBSCRIBER for long but I have watched many other
    Mustie1 videos now and Iv got to say I have really enjoyed this whole project.

  • @kerryhuston3669
    @kerryhuston3669 7 років тому

    I wish I had that little Honda. It reminds me of my teen years. Only now I'm old enough to enjoy and just ride for fun. Thanks great show.

  • @mrMacGoover
    @mrMacGoover 6 років тому

    I didn't think you where going to get that transmission back together again in proper order... but you proved me wrong... and I'm glad you did!

  • @cbgreenbay
    @cbgreenbay 7 років тому +30

    My old lady says I can't watch your videos anymore because it's bringing back memories of my youth and makes me watch craigslist for more projects to drag home. I told her I will as soon as she stops shopping online for more shoes and dresses and hand bags when she already has a closet full . I got a bike similar to this in the early 80s for $60 and had to replace the gasket between the two half of the engine , big job ! When I then sold it for $350 I felt like a handy smart 19 year old winner. I now feel stupid for flipping all the good deals I came across back then that I should have kept. Like a 65 Mustang I got for $150 and drove home and later sold for $450. Can I give you $350 for that bike ? LOL .

    • @throttlebottle5906
      @throttlebottle5906 7 років тому +5

      tell her all your past hobbies were far cheaper than her, just make sure you have a helmet on, because cast iron pans and rolling pins will be flying ;)

    • @xan_carman4216
      @xan_carman4216 7 років тому +1

      cbgreenbay "i promise i got it for half off" who hasnt said that lie before

    • @Pop_Hockenbush
      @Pop_Hockenbush 6 років тому +1

      glad I am not the only one.

    • @mikedurick2728
      @mikedurick2728 5 років тому +1

      Ok

  • @johng1335
    @johng1335 7 років тому

    Many memories were brought back of my 1974 XL125... I loved that bike and rode the piss out of her! There was nothing that could stop me on it..only wish your videos were available some 40 years ago...hell I might still have it if that was the case! Thanks

  • @Max46423
    @Max46423 7 років тому

    Excellent rebuild well done, 46 years old that is a find, at the end with the old Road Rollar I was waiting for "what do you think.....cold start" Greeetings from Mandurah Western Australia

  • @TheFanitcalFan
    @TheFanitcalFan 7 років тому +16

    Sweet little bike. Love the vintage bikes. Enjoy your channel very much
    Thanks for sharing your garage with us

  • @niceguy2171
    @niceguy2171 7 років тому

    Was a old car that we found yrs. ago, headlight fit the old bikes, MUCH cheaper, can't remember what it was, maybe a VW? Something round and small obviously, anyone remember what it is, put it in so we all know again, seems it was a old Honda car or something. Had originally thought that I wouldn't have put that much time/work/parts into a 125, or anything under a 250, but the series reminded me the answer to the question people ask me of "why do you restore those old bikes?" and my answer always is "it sure beats walking" and that old Honda does, think in the early 1900's, how much they would like something like that to get you places faster than a horse, with a lot less droppings behind it ;) Great series, and great video as always, hope you did a gasket or cap for that tank, and finished off the rest of it, as that work you put in deserves finishing off!

  • @MMR45660
    @MMR45660 7 років тому

    A beautiful ride on a beautiful bike in a beautiful area on a beautiful day! Thanks and congratulations.

  • @David-kq9vp
    @David-kq9vp 5 років тому

    This is one of the best channels on you tube . I love the fact you just jump in even if you have know idea what the heck your doing . You can break it any worse

  • @presbyterosBassI
    @presbyterosBassI 7 років тому

    Really enjoyed this series. Beautiful country, as shown on your test ride.

  • @shawnmrfixitlee6478
    @shawnmrfixitlee6478 7 років тому

    Great series Darrin , SUPER ENJOYED ! I have 2 of those bikes . Great to see them restored ! THUMBS UP FOR SURE ..

  • @cheezervvvvv
    @cheezervvvvv 7 років тому +1

    I really enjoyed this series. Not sure if I am more impressed with your mechanical abilities or your patience. Very good job producing these videos. I almost feel like i am in the garage with you. Thanks from your new subscriber Steve.

  • @Polecat54941
    @Polecat54941 7 років тому

    Mustie is a legend,thanks very much for sharing all this and hope you do another old HONDA recondition!

  • @heavenlyblue
    @heavenlyblue 7 років тому

    When I was a young teenager, this bike was new, and friends of mine owned this bike and similar, which they use to let me ride occasionally. So seeing and hearing it go down the road brings back memories. They were great bikes back then, and still are. It is hard for me to believe they are still running after all these decades.

    • @jusb1066
      @jusb1066 7 років тому

      there arnt many, honda 4 strokes were the king of small bikes, i could only ever get 2 strokes on my budget, small bikes went out of 'fashion' and got junked mostly

  • @markwright2360
    @markwright2360 7 років тому

    as always another fine episode from mustie1 - thanks for the ride along

  • @ItsAlwaysRusty
    @ItsAlwaysRusty 7 років тому

    Cleaned up nice. Great to see back on the road.. The grey paint on the side covers looks good. Close match..

  • @Docketdog
    @Docketdog 7 років тому

    Love your videos.....you truely have a talent to share your knowledge with others.
    Please list your PO Box again so that I may send you a freebie care package.
    Best wishes on your show going forward....

  • @robplotts9412
    @robplotts9412 7 років тому

    Nice man! i like the older bikes. When i was 12 way way back in the early 80s my first dirt bike i bought myself for $75 was a 79 yamaha dt 250. It was a 2stroke i used to have to lean it to a tree to get on and kick it but i brought it back from the dead. Found it in a shed some older guy had it hardly road it so it suffered from just sitting.that bike never left me stranded four four yrs or so i road that thing every where. When i turned 17 i used my dads 66 650 bsa for my road test. Yes right side shift made for a fun experience on the figure eight test lol. I then found a 79 yamaha xs 650 was like new with 500 miles on it and ten yrs of garage dust. She was black and chrome. It was then i learned all about duel points ignition systems what fun ,not really lol but good experience again. That bike still runs to this day and im now in my 40s. Im diggin your channel bud. Keep up the great work

  • @alistairpowers8129
    @alistairpowers8129 4 роки тому

    Great video, nice to see the old Fordson Roller complete with the Trembler Coil ignition, these are very rare in the UK

  • @jlucasound
    @jlucasound 6 років тому

    I hope that is riding as nice as it looks. That is a beautiful bike. Excellent job bringing it back into service.

  • @SteveHacker
    @SteveHacker 7 років тому +1

    Such a GREAT channel! I subscribed and binge-watched all your videos when I first discovered your channel several months ago, but I keep coming back to this series especially. I have several bikes I want to learn how to restore once I have space, including a 1980 Honda XL125. MORE BIKE restoration videos, please! I'd LOVE to see you do some vintage dirt bikes! Thanks for sharing the great work that you do! Happy New Year! 😊😊😊

  • @dogpound7162
    @dogpound7162 6 років тому

    Nice job Mustie! I had that exact model in 1973, still dream about that bike, loved it to bits! thanks for the memories.

  • @buffdoc46
    @buffdoc46 6 років тому

    Fun fun fun to watch. Thanks for the restoration ride

  • @Adamyup32
    @Adamyup32 7 років тому +1

    Another survivor gets to see the road again thanks Mustie

  • @brianfatony6115
    @brianfatony6115 2 роки тому

    I just purchased a 1973 xl175. This video is great to learn how to make repairs. thank you! Your an awesome mechanic. Just got a new sub from me.

  • @reayou
    @reayou 7 років тому +1

    I always enjoy seeing you work on your projects. I use to live in East Kingston. I live in AZ now, so I enjoy seeing your road tests too, It gives my NH fix!

  • @oldcoinchaser8723
    @oldcoinchaser8723 6 років тому

    Hey mustie, congratulations on the bike. That's one groovy little bike. Years back I had a bike like that. 75 Honda XL 100. Some say that Honda didn't make a XL 100 but that's what the bike said as well as the title. I sure do miss it. I have a 82 Honda CB 650 4 cylinder and a 87 Honda Goldwing GL 1200. They both have been sitting in the garage a very long time. They both ran when I parked them. Stopped riding due to back injury. A little better now. I want to start riding again. Have fun and happy riding. Take care my friend

  • @salmonslayer49
    @salmonslayer49 7 років тому

    Very enjoyable series Mustie thanks.

  • @oojagapivy
    @oojagapivy 7 років тому

    Found you today and have binged a bit. Enjoyed this series especially. I've got a 64 Honda Sports Cub that hasn't run in over 30 years and am inspired that it will one day after seeing a few of your projects.
    Great channel
    Damo

  • @billluchterhand9176
    @billluchterhand9176 7 років тому

    Wow this bike turned out great. Always a pleasure watching you work. I also enjoy the artistic segments at the end of your videos. They seam to relax me

  • @sandeepnaicker2988
    @sandeepnaicker2988 6 років тому

    Very nice video I watched the all the episode learnt a lot thank you for a awesome video

  • @dub944
    @dub944 7 років тому

    Congrats on a great build! What a beautiful area you live in... I remember NH as a boy, all my aunts and uncles had those houses set way off from the road. Awesome.

  • @thegarage5919
    @thegarage5919 4 роки тому

    That's a damned fine looking bike to be as old as it is and a barn find. Great work man.

  • @johnhartley3596
    @johnhartley3596 7 років тому

    Great series. I really enjoyed it. Thanks.

  • @theirishviking9928
    @theirishviking9928 7 років тому

    Thanks for the ride. I know it's rewarding after the work. Another awesome video!

  • @arongooch
    @arongooch 7 років тому

    Always good to watch. Enjoyed following along on that project.

  • @voneschenbachmusic
    @voneschenbachmusic 7 років тому

    A beautiful restoration on a very nice bike.

  • @Last_one_before_I_go
    @Last_one_before_I_go 6 років тому +2

    Mustie, skimmed this vid from start to finish. You have a beautiful piece of property and every mans (well, most of us) dream of a great shop to work in and "get away" (if you have to). Many of us would opt for the way you live and the toys you play with....be well.

  • @jeffcard3623
    @jeffcard3623 3 роки тому

    I love this old bike, unfortunately so do many other people, and the price reflects that demand. Perhaps, if I'm patient I too will find a 'fixer upper' that can be resurrected. Great job, Mustie1!

  • @Rapid454ss
    @Rapid454ss 7 років тому

    Now that roller would be an awesome restoration project for ya!

  • @cratecruncher6687
    @cratecruncher6687 6 років тому

    You really showed this little 125 some luv. I guess it's a keeper.

  • @heathwellsNZ
    @heathwellsNZ 7 років тому

    Newish subscriber so watched this series a bit later than it was published. Terrific watch! Learned sooo much!

  • @jrsteen159
    @jrsteen159 7 років тому

    I bought one of these in 72 with money earned cutting grass. My basketball coach saw me ride it and told my dad to make me sell it, which he did, oh well. The bike magazines called it 'the turtle chaser'. But I loved that bike and seeing it and hearing it was a treat, thanks.

    • @jusb1066
      @jusb1066 7 років тому

      how did the basketball career turn out? lol shame, id have made the coach buy me another one!

    • @jrsteen159
      @jrsteen159 7 років тому +1

      I was tall, 6'6" at 14, which was when I had the bike, but I just played in high school though. Made the mistake of making a 8 millimeter movie of us jumping over stuff and he saw it and freaked. It was what it was. The sound of the bike on the road really took me back, I was on that thing all the time. Thanks again.

  • @texaswaddie6983
    @texaswaddie6983 7 років тому

    This takes me back my cousin had this exact bike back when , way back when !!

  • @Leesherwood
    @Leesherwood 7 років тому +1

    You did a super nice job on this bike. All the best of luck with it!

  • @JeffreyStrader
    @JeffreyStrader 7 років тому

    As usual Mustie1, you did a great job...................now I wish I'd never sold my 1980 Honda CB750F..........looks like I'm gonna have to haul my 75 Yamaha YZ500 out to my ranch and try to get it going.

  • @axeman6560
    @axeman6560 7 років тому

    A lot of love has gone into this great little bike , good to see it come back. Another Honda lives!

  • @Timr45_70
    @Timr45_70 6 років тому

    Was awesome watching you work on the bike , brought back so many memories . I had the same bike as a teenager , learned a lot about working on bikes from that bike.
    Just awesome !!
    Thanks

  • @TheShadeTreeFixitMan
    @TheShadeTreeFixitMan 7 років тому

    Neat old roller at the end there. Nice job on the bike, Darrin.

  • @joshuarogers5233
    @joshuarogers5233 5 років тому

    Hell yeahhhhh! I watched every part of you working this bike! I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed every part of this restore 👍👍👍👍

  • @johneaston4963
    @johneaston4963 7 років тому +1

    Great to see it up and running and back on the road,

  • @G3A3
    @G3A3 7 років тому

    another little beauty back on the road, cheers.

  • @richc9503
    @richc9503 7 років тому

    Cool! When I was a kid one of my best friends had a Honda just like that. We were all over the county on those things.

  • @StephenGreenvideos
    @StephenGreenvideos 7 років тому +2

    it's been a great journey Mustie! Thank you....

  • @eds1994fatboy
    @eds1994fatboy 7 років тому +2

    That asphalt roller at the end would make a great cold start vid.......now you have a great toy to play with Mustie...!!

  • @randeljohnson9048
    @randeljohnson9048 7 років тому

    Great project video. Enjoyed watching it.

  • @MrUbiquitousTech
    @MrUbiquitousTech 6 років тому

    Just finished the series, very nicely done! Thanks for sharing!

  • @LAP1050
    @LAP1050 6 років тому

    1/6/2019 - Mustie1, just finished watching all of the 125 videos, excellent job. You took us through the ups and downs of the project which was challenging at times but you pushed-on and got it right. One of your best efforts. HGTV is bound to find you one of these days... Keep them coming, all the best to you from Miami, FL. Lou P.

  • @paulbowers7343
    @paulbowers7343 7 років тому +1

    Hey, hey the 125 is a GO! Lots of fond memories of my '70 SL100 which was one grand little bike! WELL DONE!

  • @edmeetze6324
    @edmeetze6324 7 років тому +3

    Nice job..you put a ton of work into it.. hope you enjoy riding it. Keep the cool vids coming .

  • @sail235aeh
    @sail235aeh 7 років тому

    What a great little bike, the way I remember them from my misspent youth ! Good troubleshooting video too. Thanks for your efforts !

  • @GabbyBillNumberOne
    @GabbyBillNumberOne 5 років тому

    She's so purdy now, great job Mustie!
    Gabby

  • @molsky13
    @molsky13 7 років тому

    looking forward to the next project great stuff

  • @lugtuger
    @lugtuger 7 років тому +4

    You may be better to say you are using the Ohms range to
    prove “continuity” or not of the circuit. As some people may be confused by the
    resistance/Ohms/MOhms. Love your projects and style, keep up the great work!

  • @martinwright9238
    @martinwright9238 7 років тому +11

    Hi Mustie 1 great channel ,you are getting quite a following here in the UK keep up the great work.

  • @HarveySpooner
    @HarveySpooner 7 років тому

    Mustie1, Real nice bike there, she runs out real good! God loves a Honda and the folks who restore them,

  • @udizzy1969
    @udizzy1969 7 років тому

    I heard you Picking on Harvey. lmao And what great work, she's a keeper now. Cheers Dizzy.