27 year old DIRT BIKE Gets New Life (RM 250 2 stroke)

I had the opportunity to rebuild this very beat up basket case of a motorcycle and it was not without its headaches, but you're going to be surprised by the end result. So check out this Incredible Rebuild of a 27 year old Dirt Bike the Suzuki RM 250
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Welcome to the Craig channel you might recognize me from Bike and Beards and SRK Cycles, but this is my new channel and it's going to be amazing. So tighten up your helmet strap and lets go do cool things. also don't forget to subscribe!

[@markphilips9107]

You have the three qualities required to make a great KZbin channel education, personality, and entertaining content. I know it’s going to be a blast watching this channel grow!

[@bennyrest9122]

I just hope he gets more a higher percentage then the main guy.

[@seandaugherty2033]

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[@my.little.80]

There’s a fourth one pal. A hot mom

[@scoobymoto9858]

The look of surprise on his face when it started on the third kick was priceless!

[@saulGjr]

When the music started I wanted a huge pop up caption that said "team america F-k ya!"

[@caveman69_]

craig is a gem, he deserves to have this channel to blow up!

[@2stroketyson79]

bruh everyone on every KZbin channel has a comment saying the channel deserves to blow up! just STFU already & stop repeating the same bs over & over & over wtf does this channel deserves to blow up even mean? mf has 123k subs what more do you even want? Dirt bike channels never have millions of subs not even the famous riders who have channels so wtf

[@artemisdarkslayer]

Glad to hear Dan is still around too! We need his insight to guide the maintenance.

[@spoogtastic]

Man I love watching Craig build some bikes. Not even a bike rider myself but I love to watch the process.

[@TacticalAmputee]

Best part is that you did the entire rebuild in one single video. Awesome video man!

[@paddyskull]

What a brilliant video! I love to ride, but doing a rebuild like this would destroy me and the bike. Great work by Dan, too. This channel is going to grow and grow!! Well done, boys! Craig, you crack me up, mate!

[@markpoole5854]

You know Craig I am an old Englishman I am an RTIB qualified mechanic and tookthe technics route I started rebuilding BSA A10s Triumph T120rs moved onto Japanese bikes, to many to recall plus I have had some strokes so doubly so, however your rebuilds have brought back so many memories I am a little envious I still remember the highs of hearing a rebuilt engine burst into life, later in life I became a locksmith and I used to get the same thrill from picking open safes. Any way if you want to employ a cheap mechanic I would fly over and see you, unfortunately motorcycles were resposible for some serious surgery and I am waiting for my other knee to be replaced which will make 24 surgerys, I would just love to be round the smell and grease again and have plenty of time on Japanese bikes, I am at the moment living vicariously through you, I loveed the IT rebuild. Keep up the good work and all the very best I just enjoy your rebuild videos so much, thank you.

[@shortbusgus4480]

These type of videos of tearing things down and building them back up in a wonderful manner really strikes my interest. I usually watch vehicle engine teardowns and have really wanted to see the two wheel side of engine teardowns/rebuilds and this channel is exactly the place for that. Please keep uploading videos gentlemen!

[@ramonclements9879]

Awesome video--this brings back some memories: my best friend had an RM 250 in the late 90's and he 'got on it' a bit too hard while taking a turn on a mountainous road. He woke up about 5 minutes later and the bike was hanging in the lowest branches of a tree, by its handlebars, as he had wheelied it into the trunk and that torque monster literally climbed the tree! He nearly broke his collar bone (for the second time) and sprained his thumb. He still isn't sure what knocked him out but he was impressed that the bike had climbed nearly ten feet in the air in order to lodge itself that way! He had a heck of a time getting it down and had to replace a broken throttle cable and then he was back on the trails! That bike is far nicer than his--I hope you hang onto it.

[@habanadj]

You are so charismatic and natural in front of the camera, you were a diamond in the rough . I'm so happy you started your own channel.

[@SonsOfJupiter]

Best KZbin channel of 2023

[@shortsarelame827]

I started watching Craig when he was the mechanic from the bikes and beards channel about six months ago or so, then I figured out that he had his own channel. Never looked back. I love how he brings a realistic funny aspect to working on bikes and still keeps it very informative. Keep up the great work Craig, I look forward to every video you come out with

[@MrWIbackpacker]

This channel is what we all wanted from Craig. Your calling good sir, I believe you'll find prosperity here!

[@vaclavskoda8324]

This guy know what hes doing and being so entertaining at the same time GOLDEN! We love you Craig!

[@minifireant2232]

The seat on the bike is killing me. Everything else looks really good. Good job craig.

[@PermatragoGamer69]

craig, guys, by far this is the best automotive/motorist channel today. You guys have such great chemistry, while also getting stuff done and being entertaining (aka funny as hell!) at the same time. thx is not enough!

[@JBLEEZFMT]

Glad to see you doing your own thing. Excited to see your progression

[@paulawestcott7228]

Great craft on resto and thank you for giving this bike a second life.

[@thegreatiam316]

Fantastic show! With Craig’s personality combined with high production quality this will grow quickly. Congratulations!

[@mohammedmesba9257]

Good job! Love to see you guys do a chopper from scratch. Love to see familyman do things that keeps them young. Keep up the good work.

[@RK57AZ]

This episode brought back some fond and terrifying memories for me! I went from a cat 4 hp B&S mini bike to a near new 74 TM 400 Suzuki like my hero Roger “D” rode. it just about killed me several times over! That bike was so far over my riding skill level and was known for its hard to manage handling and power band but, what a terrifying thrill ride. My next dirt bike was a new 78 RM 250 what an advancement in suspension technology. The RM helped make me a much better rider due to its much improved handling and tamer power band . My body reminds me every day of the multitude of times my TM 400 bucked me off of it! As always stay safe and healthy! Ron

[@lothre]

What a truly satisfying video / build, Craig and Craig's side-kick! Thank you, and keep it coming like this. Great success to you guys!

[@thelast2atroke]

Thank you Craig for bringing back that 2 stroke

[@Spawn4ever]

Dude love this format! You took the time to explain things, Dan got great shots and made a great montage. Keep it up boys and this channel is bound to grow,

[@T10elC]

Great restoration. Motocross development advanced so radically after my motocross days were done in the mid-1970s.

[@user-rx5ie4os2x]

I love watching you fix things up!! Inspiring

[@dylansd1277]

That bike looks insane!!! Immaculate work.

[@Speedytrip]

Craig certainly deserved his own channel. Always interesting stuff to watch!

[@jackthomson416]

Always wanted a Craig channel 🎉🎉 I like the style, can’t wait for more and to see some cool new mechanic tricks

[@BioRuss-qr5il]

Yet another epic build, thanks for sharing.

[@Scorpion24]

This is why I like this channel, fresh build and didn't go crazy on it when it was first ride, people really don't know what break in is and it's good to see it done properly, Awesome job

[@kluthage421]

Hurry up with more vids. Love watching while I work. Glad you have your own channel now Craig!

[@downtoearthconstruction7768]

What I rode at HighPoint in 96 at the Nationals. Never have I ever been so muddy in my life. 🤘

[@brianlemonovich5702]

I had a 1998 RM250 in the early 2000s that bike was So fun. I used to ride it all year round even in the winter time In the deep snow in northeast Ohio.That bike never like to start In the cold even with a new piston and rings! I had it out in my shed I would put an Small space heater right against the engine block for about an hour Before I would go ride it .Great video brought back some good memories Keep up the good work!!

[@Julio_Zambrano]

Craig, you are awesome! I just recently found your channel and can't get enough of it. Bravo! 👏

[@shinymud7]

So satisfying to watch. Nice build. Thank you.

[@johnsunshine3834]

Looking forward to see what you get yourself into! Go Craig!

[@scoobymoto9858]

The mechanic in me is happy to see the rebuilding process for more bikes!

[@halfnelson6115]

Love watching people's reaction after they fire up an engine they just rebuilt. Great work, bro.

[@robbmcgill8934]

Good morning, I really enjoyed watching this video. The sound of the bike firing after the third kick took me back a few years . Keep up the great work putting these enjoyable videos together. Thank you

[@molarmech]

Love watching Craig wrench on bikes and Dan adds good chemistry! You guys have great content!

[@dannyv2335]

That bike brings back some great memories. Super sad day when I woke up one morning and found it missing 😢 i’ll never forgive the person that stole it from me.

[@Austiiizy]

Loving this content Craig, you’re a natural entertainer and world class bad ass for putting in all this work. Love the little factoids you give as well🎉

[@simonfowler7561]

Amazing Craig well done again!!!! GREAT old bike well worth saving.

[@deandennis2838]

Dang, that was so fun to watch! Thanks Craig and Dan. Praying that your channel grows quickly

[@fraserwhite73]

Great video Craig! Love all the juicy engineering detail and the story along with the build! Rebuilding my own 1988 XLR250 Baja over here in the UK so really enjoying the more technical side. Best of luck with the new channel! Locked in and ready for the next one!

[@Lillywhite]

Thank goodness Dan was there. Saved the entire project. Very best of luck with the channel gentlemen.

[@samualandrade3570]

Love watching you put stuff together and am looking forward to what else you have in store for us!

[@t.williams9643]

Awesome video. BnB and now another descent channel for me and my 2 young boys to watch together. Good job guys

[@Gottaloveguitars427]

Cool, I remember having posters of this bike on my wall as a kid. The YZ, RM and CR we’re legendary!

[@netw0rkdude]

Great Video, Craig you have such a genuine personality and are a natural in front of the camera. Keep this up and I predict this channel will surpass Bikes and Beards one day. Its rare that I watch any youtube video without fast forwarding through at least a portion of it but not with either of the two videos you've released so far. Keep this up, truly exceptional content you're producing here!

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

I appreciate that!

[@robertpirtle3638]

He’s at 149k already. As time goes. More people and better videos. Before he knows it he will have a million

[@davidgough7382]

outstanding content..... great build... I love dirt bikes from this era

[@Theairguitarguy]

Nice!! I had a 95 RM250 and a 98 RM125. Cool to see you bring this one back to life!

[@eugeniotorrano9254]

Great job Craig. Congratulations.

[@Muffin_Masher]

As a kid I wanted a '99 RM80 so bad, I love Honda, always have, but something about those late 90's Suzukis just made me want one.

[@alburn1595]

nicely done! this turned-out EPIC, Craig!

[@veefour57]

Brilliant job Craig, looking forward to seeing more of the same content!

[@shadowrainexia]

I may be getting an Electric Dirt Bike but I learned a lot from this video already especially that fork alignment trick. Thanks Craig.

[@ThePurePlayaz]

Love the story with the build. Hopefully more dirt bikes to come. Good luck on the new chan!

[@danielsale3805]

To take this bike from where it was to where it is in one video is awesome. Great guy, great mechanic. I think I'm going to like this channel. I guessed 3 kicks too lol.

[@josephprather1614]

You use to have a nice yard. Nice bike. Had a 1977 RM 80 when I was a kid. Love those RM's.

[@cjeiklor7855]

What a gem bud I love me a mid era rm!! Takes me back!

[@lmc7233]

So happy to see you doing your own thing, keep it up Craig!

[@vansongs]

Great stuff! 3 kicks! You the Man Craig. Way to go Dan. I enjoyed this a lot. Keep it up guys.Thank you.

[@Firebeard_NV]

So happy to finally see you with your own channel!! Keep pumping out the content, can’t wait to see what you do on your own and with B&B!

[@williampacey9194]

I knew you were gonna make good videos. Great job. Back in the 70’s I converted a 250 Suzuki enduro into a kitted screamer. So friggen fast, I lowered the frame and it ended up being a screamer on the track until you got to a corner. You picked it back up and took off again. It was a fun bike.

[@Afiwiki]

great video, love how he explains everything it notice that he loves what he does, Dan must draw on that knowledge

[@thecondescendingjosh4257]

Been a fan since the "Amazon Dirt Bike Torture test" video on Bikes and Beard a few years back, and you've been helping make top quality content ever since. While, bittersweet, it is great to see you doing your own thing now. Off to a great start, Craig!

[@dfxrocko]

Great video, love the style, great build! Can't wait to see more of your content.

[@PeterTheBeard]

Great video Craig! It's nice having a video of a good bike build. Good pacing of the video, and you did a great job of keeping it funny, but more about the bikes. I look forward to seeing more of your channel.

[@thesalopgardener]

Another really really enjoyable video. Well done Craig.

[@ramishrambarran3998]

Nice Craig. Nice ! The RM's debut in the motocross world was shocking. Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.

[@MrSteveBertone]

Fantastic video, love watching rebuilds like this

[@user-iz4lo5qr9x]

The IT175 behind you is my dream bike ..fun fun fun ..

[@parrythedonut]

Love the channel, always enjoyed the more hands on mechanical work and Craig is awesome with the little tip for Dan that let me know some things too, Thank you very much and looking forward to all future content.

[@scottcol23]

Craig, you are killing it! Just finished watching all your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@jamesgnarkill3112]

Sweet, glad to hear Dan the man stayed.......

[@anonimous2451]

Geeeeeeeeeeeezzzzus man I love the 2-stroke sound. Next one ya get I wanna BUY it.

[@jmac4200...]

Glad to see you finally have your own channel. Hope it blows up love the content it's authentic!

[@stevedrane2364]

Brilliant. . Well done 👍. . Always educating and humours too . . 🤣👍

[@robert-nb7hw]

first class repair job thats a stunner

[@philspaces7213]

I’m sad to see srk goimg away, but happy for him on his journey. You 2 on the other hand, fine pair! Great work lads

[@JohnyDMcBride]

Loving the vibe of this video kinda like hanging out in the garage with your mates. Cant wait to see whats coming if its more of this.

[@worldwideguitarman]

I know I'm behind on your videos but I'm loving the new format. I like getting to see more of the wrenching. Great work, man!

[@Junior-ts2ru]

Yeah Craig!!! Awesome build🔥👍

[@davidskala7652]

Great video man loved the project start to finish. makes me miss my 2001 yz 250, that thing was a monster all built and raced out. if that popped at the wrong point kicking her she put the kicker right through the bottom of the boot I went through a couple of different pairs until I figured out the trick to start her up, but man the Yamahas and their purple powerband was a completely different beast definitely not a trail bike. Much love brother keep up the great work I just watched both videos you dropped today and definitely put me in a much happier mood then when I started.

[@InsomniaRebel]

What a satisfying restoration video!

[@hhstarwars]

I got a 92’ rm250 and I love it, such a blast to ride and love the color scheme!

[@billdavies9818]

Great work guys, this is a great format!!! Bring Dan in more is awesome too

[@brainstain22]

I really enjoyed this build vid. I just finished a 92 RM125 myself. Its crazy how similar these bikes are.

[@adamtyson1728]

Just found your channel great mechanic for bikes and beards. Thank you for continuing to come up with great content

[@Big_DT]

Awesome, thanks Craig!

[@imaginaryfriend9655]

One of the Best Videos I have watched on your Channel Craig, keep em Coming Bro, this Channel is only gonna get Bigger

[@willfoulk4338]

Sweet video Craig. Loved seeing a time lapse of the engine build. Would be nice to see a sort of step by step on a bike engine build for those of us who are interested?

[@JavierCota-yr8wc]

Awesome job Craig, i love your garage, that's my dream garage right there.

[@ryanfester2824]

1995 RM 250 2-stroke was my first full sized dirt bike and will always have a special place in my heart. Thing used to scream and go through spark plugs (the sparkplug issue was probably user error and not a whole lot of bike knowledge on my part). I loved that bike.

[@robertcraft-pj2jp]

Beautiful job Criag 🇺🇸⭐️💫👍🏻Hoosier Wing

[@mikeomalley6592]

Love to see start to finish in one video! excited for more down the line

[@Fender5621]

Great first two videos. Enjoy your humor backed up with your motorcycle knowledge. Looking forward to your next. Also keep reminding everyone to "Like" your Vid.