Seller Said This Dirt Bike Wouldn't Run...So I Got It For CHEAP
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- I buy a $1200 Yamaha YZ250 dirt bike. The seller said this bike wouldn't run. Let's fix it. #Yamaha, #250cc, #Cheap,
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It's always something easy.... Unless it's something else, like something weird, crazy or hard.
We don't fix bikes because they're easy, we fix bikes because we think it's going to be easy when we start!
I always wanted to be a mechanic but breaking bolts and losing nuts always prevented that.
@@sams7655I learned how not to break stuff by breaking stuff.
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I can’t believe you’re leaving that snow plow in the field like that. It was garaged all those years and babied. Now you just leave it in a rat and mice infected field to rot along with all your other failures. You really should be ashamed of yourself. If I was that guy and saw your videos I’d actually go and retrieve it. Your shouldn’t be allowed to possess it
I was scared for your hand when you were free hand drilling but you handled it like a champ awesome video as always
My dad had a drill break off and go through his hand working like that. Be careful.
I was thinking the same thing.
Joe you need to build a nice big shop outside your house for all your projects love the content ✌️
Boy, that was some pretty good drilling for free hand.
Do you still have that 250f buried in your backyard 😂
That’s what I’m wondering too!
Are you selling these for profit? If you are you should also make videos about that part
A little anti-seize on chain adjuster bolts is a good idea , run it in and out a few times and it will keep you from snapping one off
Pro tip for grip replacement: Aqua Net aerosol hair spray. It lubes the grip just enough to easily slide on, and once it dries it basically acts like a glue to keep the grip in place. Been doing this for years.
I've never tried that but I use rubbing alcohol and it just evaporates.
I used to do electrical and I ran a lot of wires through rubber grommets.
Spray paint works better and dries slower or dawn.
I always use Elmer's glue.
I like to put an air nozzle on the other side and use air pressure to put them on and take them off.
I just spray some Windex in there lol works just fine.
I'm getting ocd about that chain guide and case saver.. Fun video!!
Before I watch this video I’m expecting a closed garage and you smoking it out. Prove me wrong….
Nothing like the Sweet Sound of a Crisp 2-Stroke on the Pipe!
Finally, a proper running 2Stroke!!! 😂 Looks like she rips!!! New intake boot, V-force reed kit, Pro Circuit pipe and silencer, proper jetting and she'll be a handful!! Nice Score!!
Chain guide at the back wheel, great find 🍀👍🙏
I was thinking he might need a new set of cases when that chain derails!
Man that’s a steal at 1200 with all the extras!
Your content is entertaining, but I certainly hope no one is watching your videos for “how to” be a mechanic.
Who taught you to have such bad habits and no pride in your work?
It is like you are part Australian…a “bush fix”mechanic?!?!
Why not do things right the first time?
You always cut corners and trigger those of us who know better.
The manifold split and broken clutch lever triggered mine. I would have replaced them with new before I even rode it. Also would have dumped that oil of unknown origin and weight for something high end and new. The other damage from being laid down a bunch of times would have to be fixed for me as well. Junky plastic, dented exhaust etc etc etc.
This could be a very very nice older used bike if it was fixed up right a little bit first. All the way fixed up this bike would be a $2,800 - $3,500 ballpark bike any day of the week.
Agreed.
Damn, super sweet bike Joe, that's the exact deal I need to find for me and my daughter. She needs an 80, she only 11...lol.
Awesome video once again man, million thumbs up
I've noticed several posts complaining about how Joe does things. Some "claim" they've rebuilt dozens of bike. Talk is cheap, what youtube videos do you have to prove how good you are. My suggestion is you should just stop watching this channel since it seems to upset you so much.
I have this exact bike i bought in boxes. Took it home and the only thing missing when I put it all back together was the output shaft bearing. I rebuilt the entire motor, put a Lectron carb on it, 125 springs in the front an rear (im only 145 lbs and ride goat trails) Its been the best woods bike I've ever owned. I live in the PNW so its always steep, wet, rutted, bolders and root wads. You can idle it all day but wick the throttle anytime you want and it will lite like a rocket and never foul a plug.
4th kick don’t start no point to keep kicking 🤣
Hey Joe, I really appreciate and enjoy your videos, you’re definitely working hard to get this channel going. I know it takes time to video and editing, along with scouring the web site’s for new and interesting stuff to rescue. I have a couple of questions, 1. Where did you learn how to repair ATV’s and Motorcycles? And 2. Do you sell some of them once you get them fixed and going? Keep up the great work!!!
Wondering this too. He’s got so many stacked up in there
He sells a lot on facebook marketplace, and his prices are always very fair.
I’m so happy to see a nice guy like you Joe wining a few as opposed to finding a broken crank or needing new top end, a carb clean is enough.
Isn’t epoxy too hard/brittle for flexible rubber parts? I would probably use a silicone sealant.
Not sure if anyone pointed it out bu your rear chain guide and roller are missing. So if you don't won't the chain to derail id get them on there. But dang did you get a great bike. That yz 250 motor is amazing
Good score on this YZ250! That thing rips, sounds super crisp when running through the gears.
You can make bank on that bike if you flip it later on! Thanks for a cool video, Joe!
Brilliant channel, and a YZ250 my all time favourite. Though one did break my back 😂😂😂😂😂
Where is the chain guide? ???
yo been watching for a half a year...I had this exact bike! got it in worse shape with bad fork seals bad brakes and bad master cylinder. only bike I ever worked on. got it goin then did a few small repairs as I rode it for 5 years. was a monster. he's totally right it has unlimited power. only bike I ever rode besides mountain bikes. there's something special ( not that I can compare ) about this bike. its like everything was engineered perfectly. the powerband is perfect. I'd recommend anyone who can buys this vintage bike and restores it you wont regret it!
That chain would be tighter if you had the bottom roller. You need to do live feeds when you do this so we can tell you what you dont catch. A ton of eyes are better then two. Keep up the good work and put the darn roller on it befor you bust the case.
What a wicked bike! They were always really quick. Great stuff dude!
I've always been partial to 2-stroke Yamaha YZs and Kawasaki KXs. I had one Honda and one Suzuki too and I would never own another of either again.
Ethanol gas is fine, you just cannot let it sit.
Better b careful riding that without chain guide chain comes off and smacks cases u b in trouble
Crispy 250, Instant throttle response…easily $3,000 here in NY
You would think with how stripped out the screws in the carb were that they were cleaning it once a week but apparently in the process of breaking it down and reassembling they forgot to clean it🤦♂️. Oh well, makes for a cheap purchase because it wont run
Did you really put used oil back into the engine!??!
I enjoy all your videos I feel like I could go out there and rip one of these things apart and put it back together again after watching your videos a lot of the UA-camrs that I watch are making their big money by selling merchandise t-shirts hats stickers Etc you should try that
I like your videos and your skills, but mostly Vinny. However when I see you shake a carb float, that is a nitrophyl type I kind of cringe, that style float is made of a solid plastic material block, and you will never feel any liquid sloshing around inside. The only way to confirm a bad float of this type would be to have a weight spec and use a gram scale. Without specs, you could take a float that was soaking in fuel, weigh it, let it sit for several days, and reweigh it. Tell shop manager Vinny I said Hey. Keep up the good work Joe!
gives me ptsd when you rev it so high when you start it lol. other than that great work dude.
Would be a better idea to grip an item in the vice when drilling or applying force with any sharp object, ask me why I know. Keep up the excellent work bud.
I also learned that the hard way, about 20 years ago.
@@AL4N. Me too.
I’m surprised you don’t have a ultrasonic parts cleaner for all the carbs you take off and clean!
He actually does have one, he mentions using it when carbs are exceptionally dirty.
I’m guessing you buy and flip these bikes 🤷🏻I could never make money doin that because as a mechanic I have to fix stuff the right way not the cheap way. I would not sell a bike to a customer with that intake manifold or no chain guide and reusing oil come on 10$ and you do your customer right not cheap-o. I do like the channel you are a knowledgeable mechanic I just could not flip stuff like that.
We used to "fix" our cracked intake boots by goobering up the cracks with grease. LOL Good enough for a day's riding.
It will be running in 20 minutes...lol.! or some Joe tlc...it will rip !
It's like every home 'mechanic' has their own version of mechanical kryptonite.. this guys was carburators.. mines welding
This is the best throttle responsive bike from you I have seen so far.
Why not remove the dent out of the exhaust pipe !? It is not that difficult and it is easy to learn on YT !
For cryin out loud in the crick! Just drain the dam oil and quit efin with a zip tie. It's best to just put known good oil in anyway! Always check spark right off the rip. drain the gas and just rip the carb off. Geeze
Who knows what crap cheap shit the previous owner put in it. I would have dumped and replaced it before I even rode it with something quality and freshly new.
Well when you can buy your own bikes and have your own channel then you too can do what you want
Some days your the pigeon, some days your the statue. Sounds great.
Nice to see you catch a break for once Joe!! Great video!! You should invest in a Mac or Snap-On 10mm flare nut wrench for those pesky chain adjuster nuts. Keep up the great work Joe. Your work ethic is impressive.
Beautiful bike ❤❤❤
Nice score good.looking & running bike. I was happy to hear you checked the cases and frame rails that's good practice don't need any surprises 😊
😮😮😮😮 You are so right in case study . Good Surprise in a crapshoot is unusual in your game. I do like a bit more challenging adventure for you. Following till the next adventures. 😊😊😊😊😊
Love your videos man. You have such a good laid back vibe. I’m getting ready to split the cases on my 88 RM250 to fix a transmission issue and your videos have made me feel confident enough to do it myself. 👍
And if it all goes pear shaped, more content for 2v if your in his neck of the woods
@@mwcinci 🤫
That's what happens to screws when people use Phillips on JIS
Exactly!
Most don't even know how to identify a JIS screw.
May did a good vid, on the great reassembler. Ironically if he has a JIS screwdriver it would work on his Phillips screws too... lol
Some information for anyone with yz250 they have very stiff clutch springs I changed out 2 springs and put in 06 honda crf250 springs left the other 4 stock greatly improved clutch pull
Wouldn't the plates squeeze unevenly with only 2 out of 6 of the springs? Wouldn't you want 3 and 3?
man you aint kiddin about ethanol, once i figured out what was causing my small engine issues,boat motor,lawn mowers, weed eaters ect... i never used that crap again and have had 0 issues for many years
No throw that stock pipe & silencer in the trash and put an FMF Fatboy on that puppy! Lol😊
but where do you buy the motorbikes, and a specific site I have something like this???
Imagine selling your bike because the carb was dirty 😂😂😂. Some peoples kids
Awesome. Another winner in the books. The carb being dirty along with that tear in the boot probably meant the bike was getting very little or no fuel. Good job.
Hell yea another Yamaha
All these people that lose so much money on bikes because they are to lazy to clean the carb smh at the same time that bike shouldn't be worth more than 1500 in the condition it's in but the market is fucktarded these days
It really makes me wonder whats going thru some peoples heads that once their bike wont start they just give up and sell it immediately. 2 stroke bikes are like the easiest things to fix!
Stick to riding 125s , you gonna kill yourself on a 250 😂😂
Cool ❤
Still flooding out these bikes I see. Quit ripping on the throttle
The front sprocket looks like it’s nothing but nubs left. It might have been just the video angle but it looked bad
When u where tighting the chain your missing the bottom chain guide!
One thing i would say is you're short shifting like it a 500. Let it eat than shift
That chain sounded horrible when you backed it off the trailer
I would check the fuel tap screens after seeing all that crud in the carb,
Thats the best 1200$ bike ive seen in a while if not ever. Thats beast keep that bike and shred it and tighten that loose rear shock lock spring spin ring thing. 😃🥂⚡🤙
Something that is kinda funny that we do in this country when starting a bike with a choke circuit is that we crack the throttle when kicking a bike. Cracking the throttle deletes the choke circuit because it works off of suction. European guys will kick a bike three or four time really slow and leave the throttle closed so the choke circuit can suck fuel up to the cylinder, Then they kick it like got a set and crack the throttle. Once I learned this I found myself having an easier time with starts and not having to kick the crap out of something to get it started.
You’re describing exactly how I was taught to start a cold bike as a kid. I never understood everyone goosing the throttle while kicking the bike. I got a 2000 YZ426F several years back for a song because the guy couldn’t start it. He didn’t understand the compression release and would give it gas trying to start it! lol. We agreed on a dirt cheap price, and he damn near died when I fired it second kick and road it onto the trailer.
Ya the unnecessary revving has gotta be bad for the bike, not to mention annoying
Allways drain carb when not using bike !
First time the seller tells you it needed a carb cleaning and he wasnt lying.
Aren't Yamaha's supposed to come with a basket of spare parts, ya gotta rebuild em like every two yrs.😛
First
Sounds like someone is getting some tree work done in the background.
A Crescent wrench and a pair of channel locks?
I love how you fix nearly every bike you get but yet clowns still try telling you that you are doing it wrong well done bro keep the videos coming
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Semantics. It depends on what you mean by “fixed”.
It’s a “bush fix”, sure, which is enough for you and some others, but for those who are ocd with higher standards of pride, etc. it can be a bit triggering to see bad practice/habits.
In the end, it doesn’t really matter. It’s entertaining and I admire his hustle.
@@steveaustin1984 I mean that it wasn't running and then he got it running just like 99% of every bike he touches this man is a magician
Are you saying that you think the ICE is magic? When it was first invented, some people thought it was magic, but in 2023...I think all know it is basic mechanics. @@jasonwood3227
Hi Vin!
Might not be so but might want to check sub frame bolt, look at 8:44, looks slightly loose.
Nice find Joe.. for what you paid even if you have to do a top end, heck even if you had to split the case, you're still up because they just DON'T make bikes like they used to, and that's a pretty sweet example.. Other than the dented exhaust pipe, but man they ALL get laid down sooner or later..
Well, I just don't get why someone would own a play hard bike like that when they are unable to diagnose something as simple as a dirty carb. I guess it gives someone like you the opportunity to buy a great bike for cheap.
That bike was owned by a dumb kid, just look at all the broken and stripped bolts 😂
What happened to the polaris outlaw ktm?
It is missing a chain roller and chain guide.
I'll wanna trade my quad for dirt bike lol
How much would you say it is worth now? Great vid btw! That looked like a lot of fun.
$2,800. 😎
2,500
Joe I love your little dog vinny he’s adorable be nice to see you rip the yz around your lane love your content as always 👍
Hey joe. Don’t forget the chain adjuster and case saver
I have a 2018 yz250. When I first got it I was fouling plugs a lot because the guy who owned it before me was running it a bit richer for racing. Since then I put an iridium plug in and haven't had to change it since. The plug has been in for months now. Got 2 spares. The Yz motor is a rocket ship. I should have probably bought the 125 but I think it's finally starting to make me a better rider..
Vinnie wants to ride it.
what kind of dog is Vinnie?
Mutt
Don't forget to order a new carb boot
... does the US not have paid mechanics that can fix this sort of stuff !?! 🙄
We do, but shop rates are crazy spendy so if you have these toys it's better to diy especially for basic things if you can and maintain your stuff so it doesn't need a 'professional'.
Am I the only one who hates that tiny gas jug?
Sweet bike!!!!
You should get a nice tub for cleaning the parts with varsol it cleans really good i use to use that in a garage when i was a kid cleaning my carbs and other parts works wonders when you like to get your hands on parts instead of using ultrasonic cleaner
He never cleans parts.
1st one here
I don’t think so but maybe first to say hi .
OMG YOU DIDN"T JUST WATERBLAST THE FRONT OF THE RADIATOR... TELL ME THAT WAS A CAMERA TRICK AT 48:01 WHEN YOU AIMED BACK INTO THE FRAGILE PAPER THIN CORE FINS!
Epoxy on rubber.... Epoxy sets like hard plastic, then peals off soft things like rubber. Better off using brake clean to get rid of all impurities then using super glue.. or perhaps "rubber Cement"? like a bicycle repair kit... (Of course if they used silicone content in the boot then maybe back to superglue...
U can also use RTV but the silicone will contaminate the rubber for anything else. My personal pref in Silicone is Selleys 'Gutter and roof' That stuff survived the exhaust manifold on my old IT200s when the Hi temp paint around it long burned off). (BTW I Have both a 97 and 99 2poke YZ250 and the 99 is bulletproof... well internally... It couldn't be responsible for the mess I made of the outside.
Personally I prefer to set chain tension with the swingarm aligned with the 2 sprockets (so while I'm sitting on it).
I made a 250gram flywheel weight that made it a little less touchy and smoother with the throttle wide open on the fields. (I'm not a supercrosser so why have a twitchy all or nothing throttle.
Just doubled your money!