32-Year-Old Honda CR500 in Epic Race vs. Modern Dirt Bikes at Amazing Hillside Track!

[@999lazer]

The comment we like the most for this vid is going get some 2 stroke merch sent to them - Thanks for watching

[@temboanvillage1168]

Amazing performance of a 32 year old Honda CR500 participant on the Epic Race vs. Modern Dirt Bike on the Amazing Hillside Track! Always success your channel. 👍👍👍❤❤❤

[@robertfresta9669]

Your the best keep it up.!!

[@KaplanCycles]

MAX, PLEASE LETS BRING YOU AND BRADSHAW TO AMERICA FOR A VINTAGE 500 BATTLE AGAINST THE NEW 4 STROKES, WE WILL HOOK YOU GUYS UP AT THE MUSEUM & SHOP! USA NATIONAL TRACKSLIKE SOUTHWICK & UNADILLA IN OUR BACKYARD!!

[@999lazer]

Count us in Ken! As soon as we can travel we'll be straight over for 2 strokes and good times with the Kaplan crew!

[@KaplanCycles]

It will be Epic!

[@dirtbikedave]

I'll bring extra cameras, premix and beer!

[@LEEROY_UK]

Man that would be awesome Max , get Nev on the case ! lol What an a top offer Mr Kaplan 👍

[@volksquadman]

Oh! This - has - gotta - happen, its what our un8verse needs!! Kaplan and 999lazer boys!

[@greensocks4507]

No-one can say they know all about dirt-bikes till they've been through the gears on a 500 two-stroke. Thanks for posting, still got a couple in my shed aah

[@999lazer]

It's an experience unlike anything else! I hope they get to see the track every now and then :D Thanks for watching :D

[@billallen4793]

I'll trade my boat for some bike's!....from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸🤠

[@rustedbolts891]

This was awesome - I can't believe that I stumbled upon this video! I have been giving my newly acquired SH CR500AF a complete refurbish this past week and I'am excited to get it on the track. Been riding/racing big bore 2 strokes since 83. Thanks again for the video!

[@999lazer]

I'm so jealous! I bet that thing is a beaut. We've got plenty more where this came from, welcome to our little 2 stroke family dude! :D

[@dennisodson4572]

It's hard to compete with 250's on a track with a 500. I know I've done it a lot in the past. But get them out in the open country where the 500 can stretch it's legs. Then it's a whole different ball game. The best thing you can do to a 500 to make it better is a good steering damper. Makes it handle like a dream. Good video though.

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Dennis. I rode one of Nev's CR500's once (it was a '98) at the track and it felt like it was trying to wrestle a bear! I'd love to find some open country and open one up for real though!

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Never had headshake on any of my 500s, but thats most likely due to my setup.

[@greensocks4507]

Rode KX500's for a few years, had two from new. No steering damper required on the green bike when you're going fast . A better Baja desert ride than an an MX bike though. That's where the CR500 shined. Or, having watched this video, the word might be 'shines '. Not bad, well done.

[@motoxmainia]

This was just what the dr orderd , some awsome epicness 2stroke racing with the main man Nev . I just forgot all about the nasty weather and that virus thingy, Need more 2 stroke vids,keep em coming chers 999lazer

[@999lazer]

That's the goal dude, we'll get back to more of this someday soon. But for now we can sit back and enjoy the races of the past. I've got moto 2 from this day on the way soon. Thanks for watching as always dude

[@paddyoconnor5362]

Great video as always max !! Bring back fox foxhill for gp's ! I watched the shell advanced international back in 95 /96 with mike Healy on the 360 ktm against smets on the 510 berg on a sloppy track and boy he didn't win but i will never forget how he rang the neck out of that and was very competitive. Love your vids . Nev is a ledge. Being south African and loving England deserves massive respect!!! Im very lucky having foxhill and farliegh in my commute love it !!

[@999lazer]

Thanks paddy! There's been so many iconic races at this track. It would be so sick to see a GP there again one day. You're very lucky indeed, Foxhill isn't too far from me, but Farleigh is a trek! I've had a few very early starts to get to the VMXDN lol Thanks for watching as always dude

[@volksquadman]

👍👍👍👍Get the footage on Max! Im in tears here! - Did Nev do a third gear start, love to know! End to end flat out 2t stunner vid!☝️☝️☝️☝️

[@999lazer]

That's a good question, i'm not sure but i'lll ask him the question dude. Thanks as always mate, long live 2 strokes!

[@rumpelstiltskin6252]

89 Honda's was a year to remember, brought the 250 ,brand new that year right off the show room it handled amazingly, first race i had on it i got the best hole shot i ever had and it stunned everyone.by the first corner i was so far in front off the pack that day i even stunned myself. as it was my first 250 race after jumping off 86 kx125 . unfortunately i didn,t win the race, it wore me down to get fourth, but i felt amazing, i was 17 years old, thanks for video max big reds bike looks amazing, like were still in 89

[@999lazer]

Nothing like hitting fresh air at the front of the pack! How long did you keep the 89 250 for? The bike in this vid belongs to JP from RJP motorcycles, his bikes are always immaculate! Thanks for watching as always dude

[@rumpelstiltskin6252]

@@999lazer brought it at the end of 1988 it cost me $5300 AUD traded it in 93 on a new yz. when Yamaha was moving up the ladder, i wish i kept it.

[@dirtbikedave]

Max for Speaker of the House! Kaplan America for Pres! Tony 'Trail' Blazer for Vice! Nev can drive! 2024, Let's GO! #Gr8blokes&2strokes

[@p3kab00icu]

Thanks for always sending everyone these links, DirtBike Dave! Good stuff!

[@999lazer]

Hahaha! Sign me up! ;D Love it, thanks as always Dave!

[@ghpjerry]

It may just be a rumor A story about a Boomer That rode a bike so mean He'd go by so fast, he could hardly be seen Oh so beautiful the sound It literally shook the ground A man strapped to a Rocket Ship He'd give the throttle a little blip For those that were in the know You boys were in for a show A little boy with his dad Asks, "Isn't that what you had?" He laughs and says to his son "No mere mortal can ride that bike You'll spend the rest of your life on a trike" As it flew by, the little boy swore "Wow Dad, that's a phuking 500 Big Bore!"

[@beccasmith2378]

LOVE IT!!

[@999lazer]

This deserves a Slow clap that turns into a standing ovation. Bravo sir! hahah drop me an email [e-mail] I want to hook you up with a 2 stroke t shirt from our merch store. Thanks for watching dude!

[@ghpjerry]

@@999lazer WOW!!! Can't believe you liked my poem! TY!! I emailed you my contact info! TY So Much!!

[@jonathanv1586]

That was a sick moto, I was waiting to see big red up against other 2 smokers🤘

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching buddy. Glad you enjoyed it

[@jonathanv1586]

@@999lazer for sure your videos are awsome🤘

[@ΑναστασίαΑθανασιάδου-λ4ψ]

The 1989 cr 500 has the most iconic plastic and graphics design ever...Can't take my eyes off it !!

[@999lazer]

She's so pretty isn't she! Thanks for watching

[@polaridoo1]

1988 and 1989 with that blood red plastic were the best.

[@Popsm0ke]

I have a 94 that is soon gonna get the blood red plastic and red frame as well. It is a dang monster

[@andybowyer3602]

Thats a boss 500! Back in 1999 i was thrashing around on a 1988 CR250! boy I loved that bike, I had 1993 CR250 the same time but that bike was hardly ever ridden, the 88 was the bomb! Great memories of clutching it thru the box on the back wheel. 🤪👊✊💨👊✊💨💨💨

[@999lazer]

Awesome, thanks for watching again Andy.

[@andybowyer3602]

@@999lazer not a problem max! Always a pleasure never a chore! I look forward to your uploads😉

[@kevinmee3501]

Another great video max, brilliant action shot's really well done and nev is a real pro riding big red that well first time out. All the best to you mate.

[@999lazer]

Thanks Kevin, appreciate it mate! Watching back Nev seems so at home on the bike right away, it's crazy really!

[@graysinclair6572]

“It’s all for the love of 2 strokes”! 🤔..........Works for me.🤙 Thank you for bringing us this 2 smoke greatness!

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Gray, we've got plenty more where this came from! :D

[@Sn0w1981]

That was great! Bring on moto2 plz! Let's hope Neville still has some arms and energy left!

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching. We're working on the moto 2 edit now so wont be long!

[@shaneshaw4057]

Thank you

[@nathanjames3536]

Max another top video always look forward to the next one especially when nev and big red is involved Foxhill is one awesome track 👍👍👍👍

[@GatorNinetyNine]

Great video!!! We want more!!

[@toddjacobs5660]

We need to bring back the Big Bore 2 Strokes, nothing like um !!!

[@999lazer]

For sure dude. What a thrill it would be to see a full line up at 500's again! Thanks for watching Todd

[@toddjacobs5660]

@@999lazer yes, i raced enduros, i always loved smellin the high octane fuel & 2 stroke oil, & raw power !!! 👍👍👍 great video by the way ...

[@patrickstar4255]

“It’s never the bike. It’s always the rider”

[@999lazer]

Wise words, Mr Star. It's an honour to have you watching!

[@jeffwright6649]

man I want to see Neville on a SH 500 AF!

[@999lazer]

Same here! Kaplan America might have one we can steal a ride on! ;-D

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

I got to finish my '88 RC500 replica and wrap up the maintenence on my '96...

[@999lazer]

Sounds like you've got a couple of beauties there Doc! Thanks for watching as always :D

[@syndicatestunts]

I miss the big bore 2 strokes! ⚡️⚡️

[@xipingpooh5783]

Roll on Nev!!👍🏼

[@ianmangham4570]

Can't believe I'm over a half century old 🧓 it's a trip 👍

[@davidmichael1951]

Someone actually gave this a thumbs down? Wtf are they doing here?

[@999lazer]

Must be a four stroke guy.... lol Thanks for the support David!

[@ernazcrazed]

This is what i wanted to see

[@999lazer]

Haha awesome - Thanks for watching Johnny

[@julianmorris9951]

I’ve had a few cr 500s over the years, I wonder could he still feel his hands at the end😄

[@rb3wyatt406]

The track is foxhill

[@999lazer]

It's such an awesome place. Thanks for watching dude

[@rb3wyatt406]

@@999lazer it really is a classic, my dad used to race there about 12-13 years ago when I was little 😂🤙🏼

[@mikesimon9529]

Man that was nice 32 years old gold again stop what brand new dirt bikes and he didn't come in last it came at what second or fourth wasn't quite sure but still damn good job like still got it

[@999lazer]

Finished 4th in the end dude, but like you say that's a hell of an effort on a dinosaur like that! Thanks for watching Mike

[@BrianK-pd4bu]

2 strokes ROCK!!!

[@999lazer]

2 Strokes for life! Thanks for watching Brian!

[@davidmc3262]

moto 2 please. fox hills is such a great track to watch them drop offs are breathtaking been to quite a few British championships and gps there.

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching David.I 'm just editing moto 2 now so it wont be long.

[@AvaPxiaO]

on another video, the same exact race, tells the story of a 28yo CR500 (it looks like early 90s model to me) so on this video the 32yo CR is racing 4-5yo 250s?

[@robertfresta9669]

Your the fucking best you bring back the love of 2 strokes thank you .over in out metalrob

[@lawrencehaines3710]

Did he ever get out of 3rd gear 😁 Great riding on a bike that old. Had to be so careful on the throttle in those slippy top corners.

[@999lazer]

Maybe once or twice! lol I remember Dave Thorpe saying that he only changed out of third maybe once a lap! Thanks for watching Lawrence

[@guillermosantiago3334]

I would like to see another race with two 500 cr and kx is a nice idea versus the 450😎😎😎

[@999lazer]

That would be awesome to see for sure! Let's try and make it happen ;-D Thanks for watching Guillermo

[@Hilla085]

Give this man a modern gopro

[@janisgrava111]

I think he didnt even open half trothle😃but that bike looks mint

[@999lazer]

She's a beauty! I doubt he left third gear to be honest! lol Thanks for watching dude

[@kaylon39]

1989? Hell that's considered a vintage bike.

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching

[@MrTonyharrell]

Dinosaurs will always rule the earth. 😎

[@999lazer]

Haha! There's no stopping that monster! Thanks for watching Tony

[@andrew5550]

Grew up on one

[@dannyknight3238]

raced 1985 cr500 too brutal. wore me out . it was like a 250 on stroids

[@tylerparker3024]

Theres a championship on the line and they allowed a 500 to race against 250s? Hell no i wouldve been pissed.

[@999lazer]

It was an open 2 stroke class, anyone could've ridden any size bike they wanted. Thanks for watching Tyler!

[@tylerparker3024]

Was definitely a good race

[@TrialTube]

Top vids Max! Give us a shout over on our channel (Moto trials though)

[@999lazer]

Thanks guys! Heading over to your page now :D

[@julianlaustsen1991]

the guy on the cr500 does not know how to exploit the power of the bike.

[@edimarjose5519]

Muito bom to pi

[@ryanbarker4422]

If you can ride a 2-stroke you will beat a 4-stroke every time.

[@marvinwilbur9903]

sometimes it's the rider not the bike....

[@2strokesandstuff580]

Awesome moto! Awesome video! The 1986 motocross des nation's Johnny O'Mara beats almost every bike on the track with a CR125 HE BEATS 500 cc champs on 125! Check it out! 😷🖕😅✌

[@999lazer]

thanks for watching. I'll go check the O'Mara vid for sure, sounds awesome

[@dirtbikedave]

Yes! One of histories most epic rides!

[@volksquadman]

I remember that, he did - The '0' Show, amazing race!

[@Fatpig-fq3vb]

Red dead Redemption

[@larrybrace2991]

Red rider 4 life ride red

[@shaneshaw4057]

Cool as fuck

[@Hilla085]

WTF, 32 sounds like 72... I‘m 32 and riding better than ever

[@DAVE_WHITE]

It’s not the bike it’s the rider dummy The guy is afraid of the bike never pushed himself was worried about styling off the jumps. Only went fast up the hills when other rider was in front of him. He is also not smooth. If you’re not smooth you never get 1st

[@sweetwolfasmraudio6726]

at my local track you have the wannabe factory guys on the newest 450 and i pass them on a red white and blue 20 year old 250 2 stroke and they scratch their heads