Lawrence Atkinson

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XT500 Yamaha Build Part 3. Paul van Wyk's nuts and bolt build comes to its end.

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XT500 Yamaha Build Part 2. Nuts & Bolts. Paul Van Wyk's build. Yamaha's finest machine

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Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride 2024. Yamaha XT500 and TT500 Johannesburg

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XT500 Yamaha Build Part 1. Paul gives us an update on his masterful nuts and bolts process.

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Play time. Yamaha XT500, Yamaha TT500, IT200 and TW200. Hanger47

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Suikerbosrand Reserve ride. 2x Yamaha XT500. 1x Yamaha TT500 and a KTM690. 100kms of dirt

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Bertus' Beasts. Yamaha IT200 Trials conversion. Two stroke expansion box back pressure - times 2!

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Bertus' Beasts' Brilliance. Yamaha IT200 + XT500. Overview. A catalogue of videos coming.

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TT500 Yamaha 1981. RestoMod. South Africa

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Yamaha 1981 TT500. Tour of Cape Town.

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'Hi ho, Hi ho' Gold mining.

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Yamaha XT500 + KTM690 'Ben Ten' Mountain Pass Challenge, Eastern Cape, South Africa: Part 1

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TT500 XT500. Replacing the gear change shaft. Yamaha thumper

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Day 4. Ben 10 eco Challenge. Yamaha XT500 & KTM690

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Day 5 Ben 10 eco Challenge. 2 XT500s plus KTM690. First Thumper to succeed

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XT 500s challenge the Ben 10 eco Challenge. First ever? Day 3

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XT 500 1981 build. Pedro is a perfectionist. This was his first ride. Yamaha

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Surprise. A XT500 group of riders give a project bike to a mate.

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Paul: XT500 expert builder - solves a cable size problem

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1980 XT500 Yamaha It's mine. All mine Aspirational or Inspirational!?

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A fleet of Yamaha XT500s. Heaven

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Yamaha XT550 + some tricks to re-spoke your front wheel

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Yamaha XT500 rebuild expert

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Busua Beach, Ghana. A chilled weekend.

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Western Ghana Beach weekend

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One day at Bulwer with Wild Sky Paragliding

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$8 minute flight at Bambi,\nLike a shot of tequila$

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8 minute flight at Bambi,\nLike a shot of tequila

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Wallendair crew at Map of Africa. Paragliding

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Wilderness paragliding . . . It's fun by the sea side

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Пікірлер

@MatthewGill-nv4tb 4 күн бұрын

Sturgis on Ritalin Edit.... better than booze and other drugs i suppose

@lawrenceatkinson5884 3 күн бұрын

I don't know if you're trying to be funny or just trying to be negative. A worldwide day when men ride their motorbikes, get together talk about men's health and donate significant money to the research and treatment of men's health issues and you find humor in that? From little I know about Sturgis, it's an embarrassment of men riding bikes, get drunk and support Trump.

@jamespolucha8790 4 күн бұрын

Did you add the lights ? I have a 1977 TT 500 no lights strictly dirt sure would like to ride it on the street once in awhile, nice job on the bike thanks for the video

@lawrenceatkinson5884 4 күн бұрын

Thanks for your comment and yes lights were added. The TT was sold in very small numbers in South Africa. And none of them were registered and none came with lights, they intended to be farm bikes or off-road only. Someone 20 years ago registered the spike on the road and put lights onto it. I bought it as a project build about 3 and 1/2 years ago. The lights and indicators are all standard from a xt500. Obviously I had wiring and other issues so I upgraded to a 12v system. You must be very proud of your 77 and depending on where you live your licensing rules will be different. But go for it, gives the bike a few more dimensions and gives you more opportunities to enjoy the fantastic experience.

@HWill-iq9sl 5 күн бұрын

Good stuff (Mr.) and your cameraman.

@ferkuzuel 16 күн бұрын

Awesome restorations!

@lawrenceatkinson5884 15 күн бұрын

Thanks. As I always quite Paul, "I don't do patina"! I've been lucky to both work with him (under him) as well as hand over my xt for him to rebuild. If I go and visit him he'll always head off towards by a bike at some stage and start fiddling and fixing and cleaning up. And it's all done with passion. For me it's the passion that is important

@jamespolucha8790 18 күн бұрын

Man really nice,I have a 1977 tt500 wish I had a street legal one

@lawrenceatkinson5884 18 күн бұрын

I'm fortunate to have both a xt500 1980 that Paul has done a full nuts and bolts for me, and a resurbished 1981 TT.. the TT was licensed about 20 years ago and has lights and indicators etc. you'll see some videos of the TT on my channel. I painted it the 1978 yellow, raised the suspension new exhaust etc etc.. Could you not do that with your TT, is it not an opportunity in your part of the world to put these on the road?

@javieragudelo1496 27 күн бұрын

La aventura 500 forever

@edwardweiszbeck1649 Ай бұрын

Wow world class restorations 👍👍

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Ай бұрын

Thanks for your compliment

@sandorjablonkay5478 Ай бұрын

The absolute pinnicle of all XT builds. The latest silver and black is the best I have ever seen anywhere ever! Beautiful, a work of art.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Ай бұрын

Those are fine and powerful words. I will pass them on to Paul. I'm very lucky that he built (or rebuilt) my XT about 6 months ago. I had done 12,000 km on it, some extensive off-road and rough terrain work. As well as driving to the gym in the supermarket. It started looking a bit sad and the frame had cracks in the paint and spots of rust so I said that's just strip it down and get the frame painted. Well you've seen the quality of his work and one of his favorite phrases is, "I don't do patina". So now I've got an XT nearly at the standard of the one in the video. Luckily I have a tt500 that I can use and abuse, while I keep the XT for showing off. Thanks again for your kind words.

@sandorjablonkay5478 Ай бұрын

@@lawrenceatkinson5884 Cool. I have watched all your posts about Paul's builds. The first one I saw I watched a few times. Good luck, safe riding!

@brianblyth9790 Ай бұрын

Brilliant

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Ай бұрын

Thanks mate

@RobAtkinson-tf9wn 2 ай бұрын

Wish I was there

@lawrenceatkinson5884 2 ай бұрын

Next time?

@edtaylor6431 2 ай бұрын

I want to find one real bad! I had a’77 TT500 brand new when I was a teenager.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 2 ай бұрын

Which part of the world are you in? While they incredibly rare in South Africa, I'm sure you know in Australia, USA and parts of South America they are readily available. For me they were always aspirational and desirable, and only a few years ago was first time I climbed on and felt what they like to ride. I actually thought they may be too much for me to ride! Such is their reputation. But I'll kickstart them with slip slops on, I ride them with running shoes and feel 100% comfortable. Let us know when you find your TT and are able to relive those childhood memories . . . and make new ones.

@Whammo77 2 ай бұрын

Love the bikes Paul!. I've got a 1980 XT 500, silver and black just like the first one you showed. Bought it used when I was 14 in 1984. Sadly, got married, had kids, etc etc, and she ended up being shelved for about the last 20 years. BUT... I've got it out now, and at a friend's bike shop getting all run through. Only has about 7,900 miles, and still has perfect compression. Putting lots of new parts into it. Can't wait to get it back and to take it out for a ride. Seeing your bikes all restored makes me excited to finally be in a place where I can give the bike the love and attention it needs. :) Just out of curiosity, did you stick with the XT pumper carb, or change over to the TT slide carb? I couldn't quite tell. I've opted to go with the TT slide carb. Even though you don't know me (yet), all I ask is that you remember me in your will and leave me one of those beauties! lol

@lawrenceatkinson5884 2 ай бұрын

Paul is a stickler for originality and all but one of his bikes are original wherever possible. They all have the standard XT carburetor. While we all love the pre 1980 bikes for the history, Paul's experience in building and selling bikes and the experience of his friends is that the 1980 was the polished tank and black detailing is the iconic and most sort after model. In Johannesburg we have a annual bike show called a Thousand Bike. It's for classics only. Last year we had a stand of about six xt500s which gathered a lot of attention. We've been asked to host a Thumper Concours this year. Paul is preparing a 1980 with an original exhaust and he is upping the quality that last 1%.

@Whammo77 2 ай бұрын

@lawrenceatkinson5884 I am up for adoption. I need a good home. Lmao. Seriously, congrats! I'm so happy for you, and for the bikes. I'd love to chat via email.

@dymphnajames3193 3 ай бұрын

I would buy one of you

@lawrenceatkinson5884 3 ай бұрын

That is a fine compliment. If you were in South Africa Paul could sell you one. If you import to your country. . . it's possible too. Otherwise get your tools out and start building

@nakamichi682zx 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely outstanding job Paul and a solid video. Bringing XT500s back to life in Concours condition is surely noble work. I briefly owned an XT500 in 1985. It's a wonderful machine. I'll be looking out for this sweet project at the 1000 Bike Show this year!! Cheers, Marc Hugo 👏 🏆🏅

@lawrenceatkinson5884 3 ай бұрын

Paul has done about 12 of these bikes. Including I'm happy to say my XT. We are very lucky in that, not only are there solid piece of engineering and therefore welcome the rebuild effort, but as you know they're a joy to ride. Please introduce yourself at the Thousand Bike Show and who knows maybe you'll own one again.

@RobAtkinson-tf9wn 3 ай бұрын

Top top stuff

@aligoris4433 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic to see such good Originals.... I have 2 that i need to resorect ,- this is on my to do list for this year. I would love to connect with you all as I am struggling to source parts here on the Garden Route... Well done! I am inspired!

@lawrenceatkinson5884 3 ай бұрын

You can WhatsApp me on 0828855565. Paul and I have mates with a total of over 100 XT bikes. Many parts can be sourced from your local Yamaha dealers. Otherwise there are independent guys (Laurence in Springbok and Len in Krugersdorp that have both new and used spares . Either way, WhatsApp me.

@pmacc3557 4 ай бұрын

Great work. A future project or me. Thanks.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 4 ай бұрын

It's simple if you know how. All the best with your work

@davidgreen7870 6 ай бұрын

The music has given me diarrhea.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 5 ай бұрын

I'll tell GoPro.

@bryantotten2757 6 ай бұрын

She is immaculate

@kamelthorn 6 ай бұрын

Lekker

@fredtjack23 6 ай бұрын

American made still working. Go figure

@lawrenceatkinson5884 6 ай бұрын

Rescued from a farm and fixed by South Africans 😉

@dwaynebottcher8714 7 ай бұрын

Very very nice what forks did you put on it

@lawrenceatkinson5884 6 ай бұрын

😅Thanks for your kind words. That's the one question I can't answer. Sorry. I outsourced the basic build and I was out of country at the time . I asked for longer forks, but don't remember what they did. I will find out. I was told that they are the XT 360 front forks.

@videorage 7 ай бұрын

Great job, looks awesome

@lawrenceatkinson5884 6 ай бұрын

Thanks mate

@davidgreen7870 7 ай бұрын

Or you can just hacksaw the end off ,as i had to do.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 7 ай бұрын

You still have to square off the piece of cable that fits into the speedometer. And for that my mates little tool does wonders

@thomashayes6013 7 ай бұрын

Good times nice variety of toys

@lawrenceatkinson5884 7 ай бұрын

Thanks mate. Fun times

@LuisRodriguez-di3pb 8 ай бұрын

Soy fanático de esa moto desde adolescente , es toda una joya

@lawrenceatkinson5884 7 ай бұрын

Live your dream. Own one. Ride one

@ricardosannicolas 8 ай бұрын

I just picked up a 1980 XT500 for $300 =)

@lawrenceatkinson5884 8 ай бұрын

At that price even if it's missing key parts and needing full restoration, it sounds like a good deal.

@ricardosannicolas 8 ай бұрын

my thoughts as well. Especially when there are bicycles selling for more than that right now.@@lawrenceatkinson5884

@socalsand86 9 ай бұрын

The 1978 had the best colors. That’s a beautiful bike you built there!

@lawrenceatkinson5884 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for your compliments. It is my daily ride and it's an absolute pleasure to ride, to hear and certainly to be seen on. I do take it off road and this weekend we gonna do some technical dirt road riding and I will post some videos.

@paulengelbrecht635 9 ай бұрын

XT made for this kind of riding!

@lawrenceatkinson5884 8 ай бұрын

Thanks mate. More riding ahead

@handcraftedhooligans9962 10 ай бұрын

Could the xt 500 be started with a battery powered hand held drill from kick start lug if kick start lever was removed and replaced with a quick release crank lug? Picture seems to indicate that kick start mech can rotate 360 degrees anti clockwise.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 10 ай бұрын

There are number of aftermarket electric start systems available. I think they're ugly bulky but if it keeps you riding, go for it. www.thevintagespoke.com/shop/Electric-Start-Conversions-XT500-SR500-SR400.htm

@lawrenceatkinson5884 10 ай бұрын

But a hand-held drill sounds positively dangerous.

@leonjaimeestrada6900 11 ай бұрын

El mofle no es estetico

@lawrenceatkinson5884 10 ай бұрын

No, it's not authentic but I think it is aesthetic. I think it fits into the slim but aggressive 'wasp' look of the bike. And it sounds awesome.

@tonydejesuscuellonoriega3834 11 ай бұрын

ÉSA ES LA MOTO DE MIS SUEÑOS...OKAY TELODISE TONY COLOMBIA ❤❤❤😇😇😇

@victordohleman8061 Жыл бұрын

I had the Xt550 in college and loved that bike more than life itself. I went riding everyday in the hills of Eastbay area in northern ca. Weekends we went farther to the Sierras and deserts. XT250. XT 500 Xt 550 and later a XT 600.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments. You should beg, borrow or steal a 500 and just go for a ride again.

@bryantotten2757 Жыл бұрын

Thanks La.Really enjoyed the adventure

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bryan. Follow-on videos of the day 2 and day 3 posted soon

@bryantotten2757 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting, guys, but personally I won,t be messing about .I havd a local guy who knows his stuff znd doesn,t charge too much..!

@bryantotten2757 Жыл бұрын

Love it big man!.May you have many more such days

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bryan. Got to line up the adventures

@Workerbee-zy5nx Жыл бұрын

Looks brand new. 🎉

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's my daily ride, a good wash once a week and it keeps smiling.

@gusser888 Жыл бұрын

nice work,its a beutiful TT

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@kameron5944 Жыл бұрын

Promo*SM 👊

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

What?

@marctermors1192 Жыл бұрын

Very cool ride on the highveld south of Johanhesburg Sorry Mitch’el for the crash.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Good to see the modern bikes mixing it up with the classics. Mitch'el like all of us, will fall off again, get up and ride.

@bewilderment9268 Жыл бұрын

I am new to XT's. My first is a 1979 that l got 4 weeks ago. It spent 5yrs in a chicken coop in west Texas before being given to me. Had it running and riding in 3 days. What a blast, bike looks like hell, runs like a bat outa hell. Then last weekend l picked up a 1978 model. Pretty good original condition. Has 23,000mi on it. It sat for 12 or so years outside, in the desert, in the open. Not running yet but l am very hopeful.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

As I am sure you know these engines are near unbreakable. I love the lowdown and mid-range torque. Enjoy your journey.

@bobgough6128 Жыл бұрын

Hi There..I bought my XT500 in 1978 and over the years went down the road of increasing it capacity by buying a long Stoke and big bore kit from Powroll performance in Oregon.. unfortunately I've got arthritis in my legs and I don't want to stop riding mine..so please put a video together about your Electric Stater modification.. as I for one would be eternally grateful...Thanks..

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

The starter video will drop soon. However, Bertus is not your usual bike builder. For the rest of us I suggest you buy the bolt-on kit that's available online..

@Dh-de9op Жыл бұрын

lets be honest . what a f pig.

@mauritzneethling7447 Жыл бұрын

Interested to find out how the electric start wil work

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

I will do a video on that install.

@noel3070 Жыл бұрын

Looks great, although she's running a bit sick.

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

You are right. It's far from finished. He's still gonna strip the whole thing down and rebuild. The main issue at the moment is the distance between the carburettor and the inlet - due to space constraints. So he may well put in an injector in between the carb and the inlet. A full detail overview of the bike in the build is on the cutting room table.

@jimray937 Жыл бұрын

Wow beautiful cool bikes

@lawrenceatkinson5884 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim. Paul is now done another three builds since this video was posted. I'll do an update soon. I'm very lucky that one of the builds he did was to my daily ride, an XT500. It's so smart now I'm scared or riding it.