Absolutely fantastic video Max, three great bikes, three good friends having a blast, smiles all round . nice work from your dad trying to keep up with the bikes filming another first class production.
BTW, I still have my 1987 CR500, it’s a true monster, I doubt these guys would run away from me. The 87 had the longer connecting rod which made a incredible difference.
@@camarojeff978687 was a great year for both the CR and KX, was the highest HP year for both bikes, Had 2 87 KX500’s and to this day that motor is still my favourite of any machine I have ever ridden, on the street or dirt.
@@MVSTNGGT he has a museum in CT, he’s Ken Sr. Awesome dude, loves the 500cc bikes. “Kaplan America” UA-cam. He just put a KX500 up for sale. It’s a beautiful bike
@@MVSTNGGT I believe the KX500 had more power than the CR500, that’s just how it was back in the day, The Kawasaki was a beast! Especially on top end power.
I would love to ride that 700, 😮 at 55years old I started racing late at the age of 25. And my first race I rode a 1995 cr 500. Talk about jumping in at the deep end.😂 still racing to date and won't stop until I can't get on board a bike, . Great sport full of brilliant people. ❤
This was actually very close. And I'm sure it could go either way with some setup changes. The only way to really find out is to make it a multi-event big-bore championship! Happy Birthday mate!
RING DING DING DING DING!!! I rode two-stroke dirt bikes from 1971 to 1974. Mostly under powered and poorly sprung Yamaha 250 and 350. I MUST have a giant modern BIG bore two_stroke on my bucket list!!
I loved it boys , was quietly hoping Sean could bring home the bacon being an over 50 rider myself...... Maybe you could all have a go on each different bike to get a better average?
I would like one event to be lap times on a motocross track with jumps, berms, high speed rollers & switchbacks. Handling is an Important characteristic of MX bikes. These Bikes eat up long straightaways in this Entertaining Big Bore Olympics ! Excellent! 😁
Another amazing video max and company, nice to see the mighty Y Z again, I have a soft spot for it as I had a 490 Y Z and absolutely loved that bike , thanx again Max
I am a BIG guy. 6'4" with a 36" inseam, 245lbs. The 700cc MEGLADON is made for ME!! I need the suspension customized (spring and damping rates) for my weight. I am a custom PENSKE rear shock fan. Ones that have separate adjustable HIGH and LOW speed compression settings, 10mm or more length adjustment, preload and rebound too, of course. But manual preload, not hydraulic.
Actually, no. The 700 should have romped home way ahead if gearing was even close to what it should be. It should have had 70 or so BHP and started in at least second or maybe third gear and only made one gear-change or maybe no gearchanges at all? I used to ride and race a slightly modified Maico 490 that was dyno'd at 63bhp and geared for 125mph on high 'enduro' gearing and around 100mph on MX gearing.
That 700 🤩wow nice machine , I still am riding my 93 cr500r ,I’ve owned it since new , and is nut bar completely modded out , all these years and it still gives me goose bumps 😂🎉
I am only 45 seconds in to this video and I had to stop, comment, LIKE and SUBSRIBE . OMG, this is gonna be a GREAT video!!!!! Back to the fun for me now!
Oh you gotta build a Honda CR500 for sure! I don't know if Kong is the fastest bike ....I do know your the best rider in this video Max...using the gear box better and body positioning is better...they didn't have a chance! I gotta say,Kong sounds fantastic! However, I luv YZILLA and dont know if its ok to be all about the Kong too......your just lucky that I wasn't riding YZilla....cause you would've got spanked!!! Lol! Great video man!
haha, its early days with Kong, Yzilla is my favourite bike of all time so Kong has some work to do. We are just waiting for some MX suspension for Kong then we'll see what its like on an mx track fully sorted. thanks for watching as always.
This is a brilliant vlogg as usual Max , I didn’t want it to end , I sold my yz 250 Saturday and then got a RMZ 250 , it’s all done by fat head Racing in Devon, I can’t believe I turned to the dark side. Long live 2 strokes
What all three of you need to now is repeat the challenges, but this time each of you do all three challenges on all three bikes, and compare your personal times on all three of the challenges: "Meg" vs "Yzilla" vs "Kong." Cook video though.
so when is ken senior from the us bike museum having a go on the meg??? when it was built he said you had arranged it that was ages ago now. just wondering
Very fun to watch, great production! Greetings from Sweden.. PS sound a bit funny in my swedish ears when you guys pronounciate Husqvarna like Husskvarna, in Sweden it is said more like Huuskvarna 😜
Here’s the way I see it. Raise the needle and it’s way more snappy but tends to run hot. Bring that needle down a bit and run 15/42 the bike will still wheelie at 95mph in sugar sand
My dad had a kx500 when I was growing up, my friends and I tried like hell to get it started he died when I was young and my mom sold it, I wish more than anything I still had that bike
Did I miss something? After the second challenge the Kong should’ve got 2 points,the YZ 1, and 700 0. Nvm, went back and rewatched it. The names and points weren’t displayed over their respective bikes.
with BRC TBI conversion and the fuelling sorted its a real weapon , unbelievably quick. We're just waiting for some mx suspension then we'll do a proper test on track
Brilliant video once again! I’ve said from the start it’s all about the YZ500 but that KTM is starting to grow on me sounded crisp. If your thinking of building another beast make it a RM ? Keep the videos coming 👍🏻
they all need to switch bikes to be 100% fair. the Rider plays a huge part in drags
That was absolutely awesome guys thank you
You're welcome Jaylee, Thanks for watching
Absolutely fantastic video Max, three great bikes, three good friends having a blast, smiles all round . nice work from your dad trying to keep up with the bikes filming another first class production.
Cheers Kevin, it was a good way to spend my birthday, so much fun :)
@@999lazer happy birthday max, I can't think of a better way of spending it mate.
The drag race was pure power to weight ratio.
It was fun all around.
Thanks.🙂👍
would like to see these up against the old school 500's.. CR, Kx and the like
BTW, I still have my 1987 CR500, it’s a true monster, I doubt these guys would run away from me. The 87 had the longer connecting rod which made a incredible difference.
@@camarojeff978687 was a great year for both the CR and KX, was the highest HP year for both bikes, Had 2 87 KX500’s and to this day that motor is still my favourite of any machine I have ever ridden, on the street or dirt.
@@MVSTNGGT he has a museum in CT, he’s Ken Sr. Awesome dude, loves the 500cc bikes. “Kaplan America” UA-cam. He just put a KX500 up for sale. It’s a beautiful bike
@@MVSTNGGT I believe the KX500 had more power than the CR500, that’s just how it was back in the day, The Kawasaki was a beast! Especially on top end power.
Anyone of the real 500s would destroy these toys. Sorry just the way it is.
All three are my favorites. Kong killed it, what a beast👊 great episode Max!
Awesome vid and bikes Max. They all sound so sweet but the Yzilla is my fav. 👍
what a cool day for your birthday and what a collection to have in the garage,awsome video guys and has Sean stopped sulking yet 😁
haha he never stops sulking;)
Yzilla would be my pick , i just love that bike
to be fair they are all good in there own way. now we have Kong sorted we can't wait to see how it goes on an mx track
@@999lazer I'm just Yamaha on the brain RD 50 , 125 ,250 , 350 power value, R6 R1 owner YZ80 , 125 , 250s .
I would love to ride that 700, 😮 at 55years old I started racing late at the age of 25. And my first race I rode a 1995 cr 500. Talk about jumping in at the deep end.😂 still racing to date and won't stop until I can't get on board a bike, . Great sport full of brilliant people. ❤
You Brits sure come up with the coolest builds and shootouts. Can't wait to see what's coming next!
Been waiting for this comparison of the three. Such brilliant content Max and co.
Thanks Joey :)
Best channel on youtube for dirt bikes
This was actually very close. And I'm sure it could go either way with some setup changes.
The only way to really find out is to make it a multi-event big-bore championship!
Happy Birthday mate!
I think you're spot on. Thanks for watching :)
You guys living your Dream
haha we sure are. Thanks for watching
@@999lazer I think you need a ride to 700 and the other two swap bikes and do the competition over again
RING DING DING DING DING!!! I rode two-stroke dirt bikes from 1971 to 1974. Mostly under powered and poorly sprung Yamaha 250 and 350.
I MUST have a giant modern BIG bore two_stroke on my bucket list!!
Bike and sidecar race max and sharn that be good to watch next year and a laugh
Cool video max. Kong is my favourite bike. And I would like to see a cr 500 AF next please. 😜✌🏼
we have something special lined up with so AF's. You'll see it soon on 999lazer :)
I loved it boys , was quietly hoping Sean could bring home the bacon being an over 50 rider myself......
Maybe you could all have a go on each different bike to get a better average?
Much credit goes to the camera crew. Especially the person that was driving the drone.
Thank you :)
Fantastic racing! Plenty of WOT to show how crazy these monsters are! 🤣😎
Thanks for watching. Cheers Max
youre living the dream. i wish i get to ride a 500 2 stroke some day
I would like one event to be lap times on a motocross track with jumps, berms, high speed rollers & switchbacks. Handling is an Important characteristic of MX bikes. These Bikes eat up long straightaways in this Entertaining Big Bore Olympics ! Excellent! 😁
We'll make it happen Mike, thanks for watching
All ways love watching your show.
Quality max,good to see your bro involved aswell .🎂🍻
Cheers, he loved it, I think he'd like to make a comeback but wife, kids and a mortgage don't help!
Another amazing video max and company, nice to see the mighty Y Z again, I have a soft spot for it as I had a 490 Y Z and absolutely loved that bike , thanx again Max
I am a BIG guy. 6'4" with a 36" inseam, 245lbs. The 700cc MEGLADON is made for ME!! I need the suspension customized (spring and damping rates) for my weight.
I am a custom PENSKE rear shock fan. Ones that have separate adjustable HIGH and LOW speed compression settings, 10mm or more length adjustment, preload and rebound too, of course. But manual preload, not hydraulic.
Quality video lads, I think the cr500 build would be good for a drag race
The short drag race should have favored close ratio transmissions, but the Husky won anyway. I think that means it runs really well - great video!
Thank you. They are all quick bikes so it shows how strong Kong is. Thanks for watching
Actually, no.
The 700 should have romped home way ahead if gearing was even close to what it should be.
It should have had 70 or so BHP and started in at least second or maybe third gear and only made one gear-change or maybe no gearchanges at all?
I used to ride and race a slightly modified Maico 490 that was dyno'd at 63bhp and geared for 125mph on high 'enduro' gearing and around 100mph on MX gearing.
That 700 🤩wow nice machine , I still am riding my 93 cr500r ,I’ve owned it since new , and is nut bar completely modded out , all these years and it still gives me goose bumps 😂🎉
Opening it up next year to anyone with the best meeting you in the final. There must be some quick Honda's, Kawasaki's and Maico's out there.
great plan, love to do that :)
Loved it Max ............
Thanks Scott
I am only 45 seconds in to this video and I had to stop, comment, LIKE and SUBSRIBE .
OMG, this is gonna be a GREAT video!!!!! Back to the fun for me now!
That grass track looked like so much fun! I wish I had my 500 there
I dont think I could have had much more fun, it was an awesome day. I hope the video did it justice. Thanks for watching :)
@@999lazer If you ever visit Australia, come to the Conondale Classic pre 95 MX bike weekend, you'll love it 🤘
That long bike screams you see it pulling away on the straights you could see the difference for sure.
Oh you gotta build a Honda CR500 for sure! I don't know if Kong is the fastest bike ....I do know your the best rider in this video Max...using the gear box better and body positioning is better...they didn't have a chance! I gotta say,Kong sounds fantastic! However, I luv YZILLA and dont know if its ok to be all about the Kong too......your just lucky that I wasn't riding YZilla....cause you would've got spanked!!! Lol! Great video man!
haha, its early days with Kong, Yzilla is my favourite bike of all time so Kong has some work to do. We are just waiting for some MX suspension for Kong then we'll see what its like on an mx track fully sorted. thanks for watching as always.
Great video!!! The YZilla has my heart!!! To make things fair you should be on identical bikes. Lets do that next time. What say you ?
Best video ❤ all the way !!!!!
Thanks:)
That was fun! Yamaha sounded like it needs some jetting work done.
I havent owned a yamaha since my 06 yz250, nothing but orange, but im a fan of the yzilla for sure!
I think you should build a YZ1000 twin and do some hill climb races. Great video !!
That would be cool! Thanks for watching
love the sound
This is a brilliant vlogg as usual Max , I didn’t want it to end , I sold my yz 250 Saturday and then got a RMZ 250 , it’s all done by fat head Racing in Devon, I can’t believe I turned to the dark side. Long live 2 strokes
haha, enjoy the rmz, they are a great bike to be fair. One of the best turning bikes you can own:)
I feel your pain sold my fully restored kx then got myself a new crf250r 😢😂 there is not a track day go by when I don’t think of her 😂
@@999lazer cheers Max
What all three of you need to now is repeat the challenges, but this time each of you do all three challenges on all three bikes, and compare your personal times on all three of the challenges: "Meg" vs "Yzilla" vs "Kong." Cook video though.
Stupid question, but does Husky make a fuel injected 500 2T factory?
The Kong sounded amazing! Definitely think the wide ratio gear box helped.
Thought YZ stopped doing big bore at the 1985 YZ490
Why didnt you use a Maico 700cc instead of building a custom one ?
The KONG 500 is the best out of them
so when is ken senior from the us bike museum having a go on the meg??? when it was built he said you had arranged it that was ages ago now. just wondering
The invite is open for @kaplancycles when he comes to the UK. He is a busy man but we'd love to make it happen
Yes i would like to see what my cr 480 and ktm 495 would do . But whats the weight of these guys ? Plays a big difference .
The kong sounds AMAZING 😍😩
Even on a flat field, when you are pushing that hard it is so easy to wipe out if you loose concentration for even a fraction of a second.
Very fun to watch, great production!
Greetings from Sweden..
PS sound a bit funny in my swedish ears when you guys pronounciate Husqvarna like Husskvarna, in Sweden it is said more like Huuskvarna 😜
Thanks for watching, I will try harder with my pronunciation next time;)
This was awesome you should do this on dirt because kong does have enduro gears great work video
I love your Videos, please keep making these. #2strokelover
Greetings from Paraguay🇵🇾
THanks, will do :)
Let's see the Megladon go up against the old school Maico 700
Here’s the way I see it. Raise the needle and it’s way more snappy but tends to run hot. Bring that needle down a bit and run 15/42 the bike will still wheelie at 95mph in sugar sand
My dad had a kx500 when I was growing up, my friends and I tried like hell to get it started he died when I was young and my mom sold it, I wish more than anything I still had that bike
You gotta build a hill climb bike and take it to France Max. Be great to see those hills turn you into a rag doll 😉 🤣🤣🤣
Haha, I think i'd definitely be rag doll material :) I could be up for it though :)
The first time he rode a dirtbike in 10 years and he RIPPED that yz500 insane
For next year, put two transfer port reed valves, preventing blow back.
Hey Max you reckon you'd gimme a go on the 700?
Husqvarna rules
Did I miss something? After the second challenge the Kong should’ve got 2 points,the YZ 1, and 700 0.
Nvm, went back and rewatched it. The names and points weren’t displayed over their respective bikes.
I love Husqvana's so I'm with Kong. But the other 2 are beautiful as well
Hard to beat that KTM 6-speed she's got legs for days!
with BRC TBI conversion and the fuelling sorted its a real weapon , unbelievably quick. We're just waiting for some mx suspension then we'll do a proper test on track
@@999lazerwhat injection method did you settle on for the 2 stokes?
Are they all the same?
Why would you not choose the fuel injected over carbureted.
Grattis
Pantera is building a new motor based off the CR 500. Just saying for next year.
Can tell you are 4 stroke riders at heart and scared of those bikes 😂 too scared to even power into the corners
Oh and 500s fit us 6’ somethings lol perfectly
Putaline is all I use. Its the best.
When is the race...minute 23?
wanna see the stark varg electric bike in the line up plz
Yes that would be cool. Let me see what I can do!
you should build a 1985 honda cr500 big bore stroker.. maybe make that a 700.. would love to see that.
good video
Thanks
do a rm500, no restyle kits, has to be water cooled and steel chassis
Does the BRC have the 89mm bore x 82mm stroke? Well boys, that makes it an open bike along w/ the 700. Doing the math, it comes out too 510.1cc.
Why is the 700 flipped?
❤ilove two setroke
The meg needs to go up against the maico 700 that would be a match!
Do a KTM 360 two-stroke
1996 vs 700 supposably it has a same torque as the 500
Excellent work lads ❤
Cheers Andy
I would love to have any one of them
Bigger bigger bigger track 700.
sooooo baddd asssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Buddy:)
I would love to see a new cr or Kx 500 build like a modern bike
Brilliant video once again! I’ve said from the start it’s all about the YZ500 but that KTM is starting to grow on me sounded crisp. If your thinking of building another beast make it a RM ? Keep the videos coming 👍🏻
Thanks Dave, an RM would be a great addition:)
all the over 300 2 stroke is just a 250 with a big bore kit then you got Maico that has there 700 that is 685cc
id come there to hve a go on the bikes
great
sumeone for got decpresion buton
That was great deff the best bike wone
700
My pick would be kong 500
Put a front harley tire on reversed and run them on a drag strip 660 ft🤷♂️👍
I think it would’ve been a good thing for each Rider to change bikes
in the drag race why did they lean back and almost sit on the fender lmao
How much this Bike
Put enduro gearing in all of them and then see if it was the kongs enduro gearing that made it faster
The pudgy guy has n advantage off the start. The big s over the back wheel off the start of the drag.
Maico 700 2stroke