Seller Made Mistake On This 450cc Dirt Bike (How Does This Even Happen?)

I buy a 2005 Suzuki RMZ 450cc dirt bike from a seller who couldn't get it started after owning it for 4 years. Let's fix it. #Suzuki, #450cc,
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[@samjam2376]

This guy has the strongest right leg on KZbin. I got tired just watching all those kicks.

[@vytbbb7146]

don't skip the leg day they say :))

[@voiceofreason9238]

Yep. Kicking a 450 like that will burn your energy like a gasoline fire. :)

[@jakeowens1770]

Strong mechanic, not rider

[@abimatin9920]

😂

[@harleymcmurran321]

Yeah he's gotta learn how

[@sqd37l]

this was great. I hope to get a dirt bike and ride again. I'm 62.

[@lawrence7065]

Adventure riding is for us old guys.

[@mikeandrews1899]

​@@lawrence7065dual sport on my DRZ , im 59 . No lap times to set , no moto to win or lose , no money to chase ......just rolling along over some dirt on two wheels 👍

[@DeSmith-o4b]

It's been 6 months. Did you get one? Are you riding again?

[@sqd37l]

@@DeSmith-o4b not yet. funding was not in the picture but I'm not giving up hope. just might be til next year

[@mikeandrews1899]

@@lawrence7065 adventure riding is "golf" for an old broken down used to be motocross'r 👍😁

[@flakksbuyselltrade]

Joe you make this stuff look so easy, you made me buy a blown up yz85 for 300 bucks. Bought the cheapest top end on eBay for 120 and now I have a perfect running bike for 420 bucks! Thank you!!!!

[@randomguy1807]

eBay= crap china shit.

[@mineer-pg5sv]

Nice God damn

[@JakeWest-1]

If you know how to diagnose a problem, and fix the problem, you can do just about anything. That goes for mechanical devices / machines, communication with others, having those skills will take you a long way. Awesome that you got a cheap bike and was able to fix it for as cheap as you did. Maybe you can find cheap deals like that, fix them for cheap, and turn a profit by selling them? Sounds like a great way to make a bit of extra cash!

[@danburby7936]

ALL IT TAKES IS A BIT OF CONFIDENCE FELLOW

[@korabeats_]

Hell yeah that's awesome! I'm looking for some deals in my area for this very reason. See if I can find a dope little starter bike for my niece to ride with my wife and I when spring hits, while having a fun winter project.

[@danburby7936]

YOURE THE BEST KICKER IVE EVER SAW.I USUALLY GIVE UP AFTER 50 KICKS,COURSE IN 85...YOU SHOULD BE IN THE NFL HALL OF FAME

[@davecummings3335]

I will never miss the sound of really cold, dry, squeaky snow! My hat is off to you for riding in it.

[@amezcuaist]

On a pushbike my motto was ;If it`s white it`s alright .The fun is on bumpy black ice.Stay off the saddle and ignore the back wheel .

[@minnesotatomcat]

I can’t believe your dedication to take that thing for a test drive in -20 weather and snow, you are an animal!

[@aydenrich262]

With bald tires too!

[@TheHarryMann]

-20 inc. windchill. Thats not -20C but looked cold

[@dudenamedclem]

You know sh** is about to get serious when he’s got The Boot on.

[@philipmulville8218]

😂

[@ccmoos]

When you have gotten smacked on the lower leg a number of times you learn 😂😂

[@Motoxr32]

I never cared for the Autolite plugs. Always ran NGK. Great video as always!

[@kevinellevold9480]

ya ngk or denso is the only way to go. a ngk plug can be completely carbon failed and still keep firing strong.

[@Blaines-smallengine-repair]

Ngk ftw

[@HairExperience]

Now thats video DEDICATION !!! Minus degree weather and still get that video out !! Great job

[@copperaudio9664]

I forgot how hard it can be to kick start a cold dirt bike. Your my hero. 😎👍

[@thecam0073]

Thank you for making 99th percentile videos that I can watch the whole way thru. Great job with the video production side, not just the mechanical side. You don't bitch about it in your videos even though videos make mechanical work take twice as long.. You really are the best channel.

[@Owens_Moto222]

Love your videos got me into mechanics on motorbikes and nearly finished the rebuild. Your videos have taught me how to do things from simple maintenance on a bike to a complete rebuild.

[@macaholik9789]

Me too I stop doing Uber and started fixing my quads yfz 450 raptor 700 then started buy on PITBULLS for almost nothing selling for $300-500 I’m in California every thing is so expensive A carburetor clean cost $500-600 😢😅 Thanks buddy If one day your in Los Angeles let me know I owe you some TACOS 🌮 🤙🏻

[@MR-puffnstuff]

Ya this channel is very contagious with creating self sufficient people.

[@Owens_Moto222]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@macaholik9789would love to visit Los Angeles in the future but I live in Australia so a bit of a hike

[@michaelmotley2507]

I really enjoy your channel. If you don't already have some needle nose fuel/hose line plyers get you some. I think they make three different sizes. Probably only need the smaller two sizes. They work good for all types of things. They are very versatile. You could have used them to put those valve seals in. You can thank me later.

[@mehmetvideos8979]

Did you finish it

[@rolansmith9951]

When it’s like that cold we blow lamp the cylinder head a bit warm it up and don’t rev a 450 they flood so take the plug out and light it up with the blow lamp too lovely work my guy great videos

[@jayjudd6518]

All I can say is why are you outside on a bike 🚴 no gloves on you are definitely snowman ☃️. Sitting here in the armchair at 12 Deg. Outside thinking it nice to watch you play in the snow. Congrats for getting it fixed that I learn from. Thanks for posting often makes the days go faster.

[@Motoxr32]

A trick we always used on our grips is to spray black spray paint into the grip then slide into place. Always held great and then we would wire tie since we raced them.

[@AL4N.]

Hair spray works as well also. Then dries like glue.

[@timjordan3671]

Cheap dish soap is the way the installation instructions used to recommend. It is too lose at first but dries sticky. Wait for it. Used to use this method for installing the foam grips on ten speed bicycles.....all the way around.

[@throttlebottle5906]

@@AL4N. yeah, hair spray was an old trick, if they were loose. other way was coarse sand paper scuff the bar end(mark them first!), then starting fluid as lube, if loose then hair spray or similar sticky trick :)

[@TheRealKalEll]

❤ PISTON RINGS: using a ring tool to install piston rings prevens them from warping & tightening; using someone's hands to install piston rings creates SO many issues. Always use the tool then measure the gap. EXCELLENT channel btw ❤ Keep up the great work. Your best tools are mistakes, every one makes you a better mechanic. ❤

[@TheRealKalEll]

Your diagnostic abilities are great btw ❤

[@stinky6738]

I just wanted to say that’s I’ve recently started watching your videos and I’ve learned so much. I even used some of your knowledge and got my own bike running again. Keep what your doing up man, your amazing 💪💪💪

[@jasonjavelin]

Picked up a 93 KX125 as part of a trade and it’s probably the worst bike I have ever seen. Your videos have definitely inspired me to redo another bike after finishing up my 94 KDX! This Kx will be a heck of a time but I’d hate for it to go to the dump Would love to see a list of the tools and products you like!

[@TR-TNTEXPRESS]

Holy crap...you know a lot about taking a carb apart. And putting it back together! You are certainly knowledgeable about everything. Over the years, small engines have changed but you need, spark, gas and compression. Nice work.

[@TomSKey]

I think that the knowledge that you have on engines certainly for me is a must and the calm way you go about your work impressed me - a lot! So nice to witness such Temperance at work and i salute you Sir :)

[@jetstreek17]

Time to start working on some of your snow machines.. ha ha ha.. Thanks for bringing us along for your adventure Joe.

[@Huntinghogs]

If you use an air nozzle to blow are into that grip, they’ll slide on easier.

[@peterleslie3083]

We used to put a fine layer of washing up liquid on

[@throttlebottle5906]

starting fluid/ether(hard to get pure unlubricated/undiluted anymore) or an air nozzle worked, coarse sand paper the bars(after marking depth), if loose/twisting around use hairspray or some other drying magical spray, to stick them on(also worked as installation lube. sometimes needed dried air(or inert gas) to help coax them on and dry them faster. other alternates, drop grips in very hot water or gently heat gun and slide on(stiffer type).

[@HiluxV6]

Hair spray

[@prancingmoose]

28:35 a good life hack to never have to struggle with mounting grips again is to blow some compressed air through them while pushing/pulling the grip on/off. Good video man👍

[@xs6717]

The sweat one would build up after that many kicks would surely freeze stiff in just a few minutes. Brr. Great video!

[@ausmartin1]

Something still wrong with the carburettor/fuel systems as its so incredibly hard to start. Great 👍 the smoke is fixed.

[@JoeMadds0]

Great build! Makes me want to start working on bikes, if only I had space in my garage. I also love your commitment to giving your bikes a proper test ride, rain/snow or shine lol

[@qualrt]

I am making space in my garage…too fun to wait!!!

[@dubiousf00d]

Well done joe! It was a valiant effort to test ride it in these conditions. Definitely been cold lately.

[@mikeharwell9823]

Do you ever sell the quads you fix. Looking to get a quad at 64 years old. Looking for a bigger quad. More of a work quad with 4wd and winch or 2wd with a winch. Any ideas? I'm in manistee co. In Michigan

[@blainehoopes2153]

I wondered why you jumped straight to the valve seals last video when the compression was low. Surprised you didn't do a compression test this time after you put on the head and before you screwed in the spark plug.

[@soggybottom3463]

Great wrenching. Nice bike but a little fractious for me. Great to see the oil burning issue resolved, super movie and resolution A1 👍👏👏👏

[@biggstavros5876]

I miss those days days of tinkering with dirt bikes. Arthritis has messed my thumbs up. Still slowly building a Honda CRF in my spare time. You are doing a great job.

[@brianharris8441]

Joe really change the shock on it. It’s done done👍🏽

[@TheRealKalEll]

Rebuilding any shocks cost WAAAAAAAAAAAY less btw.❤

[@ianturner7045]

Wish I had my 05 rmz450 going has the same Athena rebuild kit (with valve seals) I got a electrical problem right now either stator or cdi box but dam if it ain’t expensive, 120$ for a cdi box is crazy not to mention 200$ for a stator , yea mines goin be sittin for a lil while longer lol , wretchin on my mint 96 rt100 in the mean time Love the videos keep up the hard work 💪🏼👍🏼

[@thegameeeeeee8666]

The only time I had tight rings on piston was due to the piston rings being replaced as I bent them during removal ordered piston rings same diameter but the oil rings were 0.25mm thicker. I would of also checked the seat for the piston ring with feeler gauge and make sure it was same all around. Love your vids man

[@2vintage]

Yeah I wonder if that is what happened here

[@Johnbruzzi4234]

@@2vintagehow nice of you to answer 2 comments, what a guy u are

[@F5Tornado44]

@@Johnbruzzi4234 Are you wearing brown lipstick? Oh, wait...nevermind.

[@demonhd4234]

​@@2vintage that cylinder had some wear on 1 side of it and Athena pistons are made to only run the rings if the original seller tried to use oem or any other rings with said piston they won't work they have a custom ring setup for the pistons

[@Johnbruzzi4234]

@@F5Tornado44 I meant that he never answers, I can’t stand this fake mechanic definitely not kissing ass

[@DDLovett]

Brilliant fix Joe. Well done. How about a video where you talk about where you got your skills from? I know you and your brother have been fixing and riding for years, but where did it all start and who taught you? I'm sure many guys are interested to hear your story. Or did you already do this and i missed it? I thought i had seen every video you have made.

[@anam4582]

Real

[@rickgriffith358]

Great job I’ve seen no smoke you’re a awesome mechanic

[@zenmaster1761]

It's just crazy watching you do all this stuff all by yourself and when you loaded that bike on that truck in the snow in the ice and got up and just just crazy

[@The_Real_Zaineman]

During the fast forward montage of you trying to start the bike, I was waiting for the sun to start spinning through the frame and the seasons to change like a time travel sci-fi movie. You are dedicated to your fans Joe. I appreciate the effort. Z 😸

[@philipmulville8218]

Funniest bit of time lapse I’ve seen. He’s dedicated!

[@kamillapaj87]

That would be a Time trap movie you talking about ? 😊

[@The_Real_Zaineman]

@@kamillapaj87 LOL exactly......z

[@kamillapaj87]

@@The_Real_Zaineman like good time travel mowie , got any suggestions for a good mowie to watch , except the most obvious ones that everyone knows 😜

[@The_Real_Zaineman]

@@kamillapaj87 the movie that comes to mind is the very first "Butterfly effect" that was a pretty cool movie

[@whathappened2230]

Good job! Lot of work on that one.. wow. A 2 stroke is still the way to go though.

[@rayvestrayvene5376]

I use NGK plugs exclusively. They never foul. Also synthetic smokeless oil.

[@throttlebottle5906]

all plugs foul, especially when something isn't correct in the tuning. yes, some of the poorer made plugs fail quicker, but buyer beware to inspect them closely.

[@angelaprost6876]

I grew up playing with/fixing (sometimes even riding for short periods of time) a bunch of half working 70's Chaparral snowmobiles in Michigan. Still have my 1970 Sno-Jet, which reminded me of the sled in your driveway. I wish I had your help making it go again haha. I just bought my first bike (2024 TDub), so I am new to bikes in general. You are definitely bringing me back to my two stroke beginnings though. I have to say it is so refreshing watching a channel like this without political or religious undertones (from what I've seen anyway). Just one of the sharpest two stroke guys in the world doing his thing and giving us the privilege to watch. Subscribed and watching!

[@ionracer3284]

Man i remember those freezing snowy wisconsin winters plowin or shoveling the lake surface to play hockey. good times

[@fifteen8]

Great job fixing it. The oily valve stems gave you your answer - bad seals. Intermittent smoke points to valves.

[@voiceofreason9238]

I went with the stuck oil rings as the main culprit. We're probably both right.

[@ericsadventuresfishing8832]

back in the day we used to screw short sheet metal screws into the nobbies might have helped on the driveway but that deep stuff time for the snow mobile.

[@ladyjedi3D]

That snow is beautiful. But I’m so glad I’m in California with the weather being cold. It warm compared to that freezing 🥶 stuff. Where my friend lives in Canada, so -50 below.

[@dominicwebb8000]

Brought back to me riding in snow, especially the bit where the front end started to wash out. Always a balance between getting the right speed and not getting spat off.

[@brandongoobie2275]

Love your stuff man. Keep the videos and rebuilds coming. Learning so much from you big dog 🫡🤙🏼

[@alanlowe9716]

It's been many years since I pulled down a motorbike engine. This video was most satisfying, bringing back many memories. The snow, however, was frustrating 😄

[@MM_in_Havasu]

Another classic example of throwaway 4-stroke MX & offroad bike engines, 1 compression ring and an oil control ring does not do a good job controlling oil at all IMHO. 3 ring piston would work much better. Valve seals should be replaced anytime the head needs to come off for the same reason(oil control). Great video, glad you got it figured out! Thanks Joe, now go take it out for a good rip........except for the snow......!!!

[@lukemiele1706]

Finally got to watch you load up a bike! I always used two ramps one for the bike and one for me but I think you're a bit taller. Now I use a hitch carrier and it's much easier to load & unload.

[@KarlBeaver]

Use compressed air nozzle in the ends of the old grips, blow air in and they will come right off!!! Same for putting new ones on, just a tip , love your site!!!

[@jeffkulessa9398]

Another great video,your videos are pure in that you show it all including the mistakes. I would like to ask you one thing though, why on earth would you scuff the cylinder in an up and down direction!!?

[@keithcrampton1438]

Every bike that you work on always triples in value!

[@kalaharimine]

Thanks goodness it's raining here and cooled things down from the near 40 degrees Celsius days, I don't envy your current northern chill. Good to see you how you got it to stop smoking.👏🏻

[@legacyofpop]

Wow... I just commented on the previous video before I found this one... (duh)... I suggested valves and/or seals. At least I got close.. but.. narrow machined ring grooves... ?.. ! Who would have thunk it.. ? Is this usual quality for Athena ? I had a similar mind-bender on a car engine with heat shrunk lobes on the cam shaft... one of 'em slipped out of position... ( no provision for locking in place.. just relied on friction .... crazy ) I kept glancing at my sledge hammer... really tempted.. ! Sussed it almost by accident.. Grrrr. Another great video.. and a real eye opener. Nice job. Thanks for posting. Luv from U.K.

[@martinstone3656]

An excellent Sunday watch for me, now subscribed ready for more here in the UK, GREAT JOB

[@tphvictims5101]

38:47 run the trucks exhaust onto the bikes motor to warm it up and then try to start it.

[@bryanbard1840]

I just stumbled across your videos and I followed this complete bike rebuild videos. It's awesome the way you explain everything you do and check. That's some true dedication to take that thing out in the snow and -20 wind chills. I didn't even want to go to work in a car in that crap.

[@DeLaVeGaGR]

Great work on fixing that bike, I own one, mine was blowing lots of oil through the engine breather, the culprit was the cylinder, it was badly worn, and the engine was filling the crank area with fumes.

[@JimPeachley]

Two words: Ice-racing tires. Well, maybe that's three, but you get the point. Good videos. Good troubleshooting. Great save. Keep up the good work.

[@tonyaxeman4381]

It is a monster . Helpful tip spray the handlebar ends with paint and put the grip on quickly . Saw a guy do it on youtube .

[@thunderchickenj]

Oil into they cylinder and travelling through the exhaust every kick till it starts will cause smoke for a fair amount of time too, been there a few times, great informative video!

[@qualrt]

Just curious how many kicks before you know it’s a definite no start? Love your videos and content. Always fantastic.

[@mattmccleary1278]

Most people don't know what torque is. It's basically stretching the bolt for clamping force

[@denniswoodson333]

Riding in the dirt what's one of the most fun times I had on a dirt bike I tell my mother came out and looked at the front yard.

[@denniswoodson333]

I meant riding a dirt bike in the snow until my mother came out and looked at the front yard

[@richardbakos4970]

Joe, get yourself a collet install tool. It’s a spring loaded gadget that makes valve installation easier.

[@danielparsons3995]

The other week it got down to -10 here in the high desert of az.. it must get like -35 sometimes there in Wisconsin... Im glad im not there or anywhere near the higher states... I absolutely hate the cold...

[@jamesmcdermott6934]

Now you shoulda known that bald ass tire wasn't goin nowhere!!!lol! Them RMZs are pretty nice bikes!!

[@heinerrambold8889]

What is the explanation for the old piston rings? Nobody buys a new piston and cylinder and then mounts the old rings. Thanks for the video!

[@Mike.perotti]

Hey man to get the grips off really easy and to get them back on spray some compressed air off your air compressor onto the front of it and it'll go on like butter

[@tysonprior2587]

Joe you are an amazing mechanic bro!! I started watching way back in the day and your ability to diagnose and repair these machines has gotten better and better!!

[@gwl78]

Got, not gotten.

[@tysonprior2587]

@gwl78 i used to think the same thing, however, you are incorrect! Now i use it regularly. I used to be a grammar gate keeper, only to find out through some research i was wrong.....remember, when being smarter than everyone to actually be smarter than everyone!! 🍻🤣

[@vintagemxer9165]

I've always enjoyed working on engines. I was 15 when I bought my first used dirt bike and disassembled the engine in my bedroom practicing putting it together in the winter. It's fascinating to see how everything works. These are cool videos to watch the process.

[@2vintage]

great way to learn!

[@thomasebsen8821]

Like to see you get a powered parts washer, you need one. Also like to see you using a ultra sonic more for your carb cleaning. Also you need to build a pole bldg in your extra lot for a new shop, you deserve it. Also what do you do with all the equip. you have repaired?

[@stlheadake2]

I think you videos are awesome! I love your patience and persistence! I don't know why I am compelled to comment, but when you are pouring oil out of a quart container, put the pour neck at the top of the bottle (180 degrees opposite of what you did) and it will pour smoothly with no gurgle, much easier to pour! I know it seems counterintuitive, but try it! Keep the vids coming!

[@bobrose7900]

Great video! And well done, somebody is going to get great machine with all that work. I was worried that struggling in the snow could overheat the machine-no air flow through the rad, few, if any, of these bikes have fans.

[@craigshagey9999]

Nice work 👏 👌 👍 and definitely a no go in that snow 👍

[@John-vf9py]

Quick tip, in case but I'm sure you know it already. To remove or install grips on your bars, to use an air blow gun between the bars and grip and a little air and it will come right off or go right on.

[@yngve6640]

No smoke ! Would have loved to have this 450 at our cabin in the country side, when I was a younger man. Riding up the mountain dirt tractor tracks on this would have bin great fun. I had an old two stroke Suzuki TS250 when young, witch was lots of fun racing dirt tracks with. Thanks for the videos you made about this bike. I bet the seller is sad he didn't find the easy fixes needed to make it run like new. By by from Norway.

[@pakelius256]

When installing new handles, try putting compressed air under them to make installation easier.

[@jeffkulessa9398]

Many pistons I have replaced specify that the oil scraper rings end gap should stager 25mm ether side of the end gap of the expander ring. I have also noted that this is usually the case of many engines that I have taken apart. I hope this helps.

[@notagain8661]

Cash flow Joe! You need to hire someone to start moving all this inventory! Also, start thinking seasonal. Things with skis and tracks sell this time of year! 😉

[@louisavondart9178]

It just confirms my belief that dirt bikes should all be 2 stokes. Nice fix. Who puts old rings on a new piston?

[@trimshot]

You should make a video on converting one of your project bikes to a snow bike. Rear track and ski. That would be a great winter video.

[@danielnewton2821]

Great video again buddy 👍. So glad you changed the piston and rings. It would be interesting to see what the compression is now 😀

[@stephenroberts5616]

First time I've watched you, subscribed love the way you explain everything, will be watching more of your work on KZbin, one question who taught you all this mechanic knowledge brilliant 👏

[@peterchase7572]

Love your channel. Greetings from St.Augustine, FL. Weather is better here!

[@clayfarnet970]

The dude has a bionic leg. Congrats on fixing her. Oh, nice snow riding. I’m thankful I don’t live anywhere near snow. I have year round riding. 👍👍

[@THEFALCON58]

To get the old ones off pock a small hole, then put the air Nosal on the hole the handlebar grip will pop off/fill the outside of the Bar handle grip with air. ???

[@jimcobb9547]

I really look forward to watching your videos. I learn something new every time.

[@mattmccleary1278]

Why don't you oil the buckets and the valve stems?

[@ek2156]

Don't forget to tighten that kick arm! :D I heard it rattling and had forgot about it since the last video lol! Great Job! That bike is going to make someone a helluva trail ripper!

[@stevenshepard2381]

I was getting light headed just watching you trying to kick her over....nice job!

[@quinnadamarczuk2525]

Great find for the fix!... Nice job! Always enjoying your videos very much. Im 54 ,and still learning new stuff... your channel is educational to everyone. Thanks.

[@MXNICK33]

I got a 2008 yz450 f as my 2nd flipper bike made $1000 off my first one so this one should be go big or go home , watching your videos too learn more about the engine

[@dannyharris5310]

New news! Being a motorcycle mechanic has many cardiovascular benefits! lol. Good video brother. I enjoy them all.. keep it up❤

[@metalofthedeath]

So wiseco pistons are good but wiseco cranks suck?

[@Nighthawk1966]

Your the man Joe ! Been a fan for quite awhile now !

[@G31mR]

I enjoy your videos, even the mistakes. One tip: use two loading ramps, one for the bike, one for you to walk up.

[@ralphreynolds4803]

I learned decades ago that when you buy a gasket set buy a good quality gasket set. If you buy the send and cheap set they tear way too easily...the last thing you need when putting a bike back together.

[@PatrickKocha-d4q]

It's really cool to see him go in the snow and play with the 450