1971 Yamaha AT1: Will it run?

[@michaelholmes3092]

Oh my i wish i could of got one for christmas i would still love to have one

[@Garage2Trail]

This one is for sale! Where are you located? That is is you want to buy one 😆

[@redtobertshateshandles]

I love all these low trailbikes.

[@Garage2Trail]

Me too!

[@dandersonjr]

Another good "Will it start" video. Now comes the fun part. Thanks.

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you!

[@upchuckchops]

Good stuff right there! Glad it popped off for you.

[@Garage2Trail]

Thanks man, it was a relief for me too!

[@jeffferguson899]

cool new project

[@jeschreindl]

Man that’s awesome my Papa had a white 1969 AT1 125 he bought brand new. Hes passed away but it’s still in his old shop with a blanket over it. Im hoping maybe i can acquire it someday! I always thought the electric start was pretty unique. Merry Christmas man

[@Garage2Trail]

That’s cool Josh, you really should get a hold of it, get it running and keep it forever. And Merry Christmas to you too!

[@gregweeks4980]

That model of Yamaha 125 was my second motorcycle and it was even in candy apple red. I bought it new when I was 15 years old. I would like to say that I am jealous, but I'm not. It sure was a fun bike. It was a big step up from my trial 70. Here's hoping the rings free up from running the engine. What a gooey mess coming out of the exhaust port. Definitely some seal damage on the clutch side. If I was that old, I would have a few tired rubber parts as well. Oh, I'm much older than that, no wonder I'm tired and achy. Another set of videos I can enjoy, thank you. Texas on the prairie

[@Garage2Trail]

That’s cool, glad I could remind you of your old bike! Yeah, I kinda figured the crank seals would need replaced. Luckily these Yamahas are pretty straightforward and don’t require you to split the case! Hopefully they cooperate coming out! Thanks for tuning in and sharing your story!

[@PongbyAtari]

I had a 1972 175cc same color great little bike.

[@markrobinson4981]

Wanted to comment on video with stuck barrel. I had same issue with 73 RT360. My mechanic said after trying to lift for a while put 2x4 on top of barrel and smack downward. Then lift again for a while then smack down again. Repeat for a while. The repetition breaks rusted connection between barrel and bottom end. Worked for me in 20 mins😮

[@Garage2Trail]

That’s a really good idea, I’ll have to keep it in mind for the next stubborn one. Thank you!

[@michaelmain8719]

That is an awesome find ! Love those older Yamahas. Can’t wait to see the finished bike! Love your videos so informative, enjoy each one!!! Thanks Mike

[@Garage2Trail]

Thanks Mike, I appreciate it!

[@andyshondaxlsrestorations4733]

Great video mate have a great Christmas

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you Andy, same to you! Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

[@paulthompson8613]

You have got it easy for a change with the electric start . did you go to swap meet looking for a specific bike or holy grail find

[@Garage2Trail]

I just go looking for any projects that I think people would like to see come back to life. It also helps when the bike isn’t completely rusted out or missing a lot. I look for the ones that don’t run as well. Makes for more interesting videos.

[@DH-mf2lv]

Hey, everyone! Anyone have any idea what a totally restored 1969 AT1 (white) is worth? These are cool bikes!

[@cainbeeping8480]

👍

[@SleepyBoBos]

That white chainguard on top, is that factory or a state based requirement? Im in Australia and my dt 100 74 had something like that on it. It looks like it was off a bicycle and i think it was to meet one of our states registration regs. It won't be going back on as part of the restore :)

[@Garage2Trail]

Pretty sure that is factory. Here in the US I think most states required a chain guard for inspection and they were shipped with them on. This one is is rough shape though!

[@SleepyBoBos]

@@Garage2Trail Dear god, they look horrible. The bikes going to look awesome. though

[@DH-mf2lv]

Do you have a preference for a one ringed piston or 2 ringed piston AT1? It will be used for putting around the neighborhood and displaying at bike shows. Thanks!

[@Garage2Trail]

No preference..I just use whatever is OEM and never had any problems

[@DH-mf2lv]

I appreciate you taking the time to respond. I have a chance to purchase a 1969 AT1 but I think it has a MX piston and ring. That means only one ring. That’s my reason for asking. I thoroughly and always enjoy your videos. Especially on the 2- stroke machines! Keep um coming!

[@Garage2Trail]

@@DH-mf2lv no problem at all! Thanks for watching! I actually JUST got a CT175 (‘73 model) that I’ll be starting on soon that had the MX cylinder and head put on it from one of its previous owners so I will be more acquainted with it very soon.

[@jeffferguson899]

I am suprised it ran with such low compression

[@Garage2Trail]

I think my cheap compression tester reads on the low side, but it still didn’t have much! I’ve had the same thing happen with a couple other bikes I’ve resurrected in the past only to have the rings get “unstuck” after it runs for a bit.

[@DH-mf2lv]

Do you prefer the AT1MX over the AT1? If so, why? Thanks.

[@Garage2Trail]

Hello, I don’t have any experience with the MX version unfortunately so I can’t give an opinion. I do know that AT1 was nice for just messing around on side streets and stuff.

[@michaelholmes3092]

I live in bristol va

[@RogerMudd-gh4ms]

Mid Ohio is my Disneyland! Did you get my e-mails?

[@Garage2Trail]

I didn’t! When did you send them?

[@RogerMudd-gh4ms]

The other day, not sure what happened? @@Garage2Trail

[@Garage2Trail]

@RogerMudd-gh4ms hmm you used [e-mail]?

[@RogerMudd-gh4ms]

does "Matt" have to be in there? I'm such a silly goose! I wrote my whole life story in those emails, I'll never be able to duplicate that literary masterpiece!@@Garage2Trail

[@RogerMudd-gh4ms]

Did you get out today? Took the KLR out on a nice 60 degree Christmas day.