We Bought $1,000 Motorcycles on FB Market Place, Who will Win?

[@notesfromtheforest]

New rider here. Bought a 1984 Kawasaki 700LTD for $200 in 2020. Made a winter project of it (probably $400 in parts) and took a rider course last year. So far I've put 4500 miles on it - with a big gear box on back, it's an awesome commuter. Loving it!

[@michaelb.42112]

You're my hero !

[@Arcella1981]

few years ago my BF had a 1981 500LTD he loved it, and of course I made him put a like 3 foot long Sissy bar on it for me xD ( I always felt like i was going to slide off )

[@obnxsdonky9394]

i've had plenty of "nicer" bikes. newer, fuel injected, quick enough, fun etc etc. bikes i've paid more for maintenance records and mileage which i never do. i just bought a honda super magna for sub $1k. it makes me re-appreciate simple, and semi problematic bikes. always takes some fiddling with, and when it comes time to sell you have a full essay of how to deal with it for the new owner. bikes like that are so fun if its not your only bike or only mode of transportation.

[@mutevibesgaming8616]

I'm restoring an 86 454 LTD. had been sitting for 20 years in open-air on a barn. It starts up and idles now. but driving is sketchy haha.

[@notesfromtheforest]

Update on my '84 Kawasaki. I've now put about 14,000 miles on it. Still running great. 😃

[@nonukesnomads995]

I would love to see you both keep this series going with these two bikes. You got them for a grand or less, now what can you do with them if you both have another 1k budget to put into them

[@zerocool4835]

Yes the extra 1k budget Build .....dude that would be fun to see how they would alter them!!! I GOTTA see that! Fingers crossed

[@benthillerup]

Craig wins by far with his personality, and the kickstarter😎😁

[@adinandrewhensley7529]

Craig rocks there’s no denying it

[@davidgreve2181]

My Bike had a kick starter too. Loved it! It ran off a magneto

[@putitupinya]

My virago(grumpy old woman in Spanish) spun a main bearing at 8k miles

[@num_sax2052]

Craigs bike is actually something I would like to ride just because of the kickstarter

[@jaratt85]

Get a Honda Trail 125 for $5k, they have a kick starter, or an old Enduro from the 80's. There's a Honda XL185 for sale near me for $2000 I'm sure there's something close to you for a similar price.. Anything pre 1974 should have a kick starter too... other than Moto Guzzi.

[@OntarioBearHunter]

The old Honda 4s had kicks as an option up to the mid 80s.

[@wasterdnb]

@@jaratt85 my first bike was a xl185 the best bike I've ever owned,still regret selling it 26 yrs ago 😭

[@hayden6119]

When you're 17 and only ride dirt bikes but can't afford ones with the fancy electric start. Trust me you ain't missing much 😂

[@jaratt85]

@@hayden6119 all bikes should have a kick start as a backup in case the battery is getting low

[@ocdetails]

I had a Virago 535. I think it was a '94 or something like that. Bought it back in 2007 for $1200 bucks. Tiny bike, but really fun. The tank was actually fake. The real gas tank was under the seat and the tank was just for looks. It was great though. I cleaned the chrome and gave it a new paint job and sold it for $3200 and it is probably still on the road today. Thus proving that looks are everything. :)

[@jonjdfsj8181]

Would love to see a 1000 mile road trip on these bikes.

[@romwierz9298]

frogs

[@randombuilds8336]

Craig's bike probably has higher compression than the tester showed. CV carbs either need to be removed or the slides propped up. Twisting the throttle opens the butterflies, but the slides stay down blocking airflow.

[@hvymax]

CV carbs suck. Give me flat slides any day.

[@nitrorc4life1]

@@hvymax the soft delivery of cv carbs power delivery make it beneficial on slippery surfaces, making it ideal for new riders or extremely slick conditions. Those cv carbs made it easy to race the special II on a friend's practice track in fla. sand, and won, was scary as heck so twist the throttle and hang on.....the dumb things we do/did in our younger years.

[@hvymax]

You mean limp delivery. Flatslides do what you tell them when you tell them for better or for worse. CV's will get around to it eventually.

[@karlcritchley7373]

Xs 400-500's that last 15k before an explosion where as rare as fek. Scrap metal in transport form.

[@FalloutGenius1]

My first bike was a 96 virago 750 and I loved the hell out of that thing. Got it for 1400 it had 160000 on it and ran like it was brand new still lmao. Only had to change the oil and replace the clutch cable. Rode another 40k and sold it. I still miss that bike lol

[@jeffersonmorris888]

Thank you guys for the hours of quality entertainment.

[@FloridaMan0561]

No doubt,these two guys are some characters for sure and they definitely provide us all with quality content and entertainment!

[@Skyrider12]

I just bought a 2007 Shadow with 20,000 miles. $2000. It was in very good shape. Went right through Md. Inspection. Now ima crusin' ! Nice lil' bike...

[@InterWebGuy99]

Shadows is good bikes. I had four and loved all of them. Finally got a Magna and it's even better all the way around. You might want to consider one yourself down the road. (pardon the pun)

[@kygunworks4982]

I definitely want to see a slow race between the 2 bikes

[@joesmith1067]

I love the slow races my buddy Ben is killer at that.

[@dalejones4322]

I just subscribed because of this video. Fun and interesting. I think the channel will be better now that you have more focus on it. Take a day trip on the bikes and see how they hold up. Check mpg, ride comfort, durability. Hopefully they'll hold up but if they don't, be prepared with a tool kit to do roadside repairs. Just brainstorming. Great video guys, thanks

[@malindawarnasuriya3511]

spot on. I wanted that too from these guys

[@MoxieMike66]

My first bike was a 79' KZ1000 ST I paid $400 for, put another $400 into it to get a sticker & running. Dragged the pegs & went triple digits on it, tires were rated for 130mph, did it a couple of times, still had throttle to go. Loved it as a first bike.😛

[@Simulera]

I bought a new 98 Virago 1100 special and it was great in most respects. The transmission whined on decel, never failed and shifted like butter. The whine was weird and not something to love. But it didn’t matter. The pillion was, apparently, not very comfortable. The styling was great in places and awkward in others. But I had that and two BMWs and I almost always wound up hopping on the Virago for trips under 2-3 hours. It was very solid, never let me down and ran great with only basic maintenance. If they are that cheap now, I say go find a nice one and buy it!

[@051570orion]

Man the pizza delivery is what got me laughing , she's quick , ducked that stuff good 🤣😂🤣

[@nitrorc4life1]

Agree, I'm sick right now and laughed even if it hurt, lol

[@swskitso]

I always think about the random people that see these things being filmed and tryibg to explain it to their families, or the police.

[@051570orion]

@@swskitso 😂 yeah that's crossed my mind too

[@davidince2066]

I laughed my a..off at one

[@seanmcgivney7631]

Made me order a pizza.

[@richardr2681]

Craig definitely won the burnout competition. “It’s all in the hips” -edited name as I am derp today

[@snaxgalore5764]

You mean Craig lol

[@ZildjianMan30]

Hips don't lie

[@adinandrewhensley7529]

Craig rocks

[@Woodworkingnurse]

Greg. Lol 😂

[@Bardockion]

Agreed 🤣

[@martinrutherford4562]

I had a 1985 Yamaha maxum-x 700 20 valve and that bike was the best handling bike I ever rode , I could corner to the pegs at 100 mph

[@williampoff913]

As a teenager of the 80s. I love these bikes!! At the time I would have loved to have owned either one of these back in the day. God bless the both of ya'll!!

[@u.p.tinkering]

Hahaha that was awesome seeing Craig haul that TV!!!! Love the channel!

[@nb7466]

Definitely. I bought 1982 Honda cb900c. I bought it for 700 and put about 700 Miles on it. Now she needs some work. Still runs and drives though. The carbs just need some help. But so do I with this bike. It's my first road bike. Little different then single cylinder two strokes.

[@dougvanvark1543]

Great stuff, I had a 650 special in the late 70's heck of a bike. It always came back for more.

[@davidgreve2181]

Was it a 650 Triumph? They were so powerful, and you had to be a real man to kick start those monstros!

[@dougvanvark1543]

@@davidgreve2181 no it was a Yamaha, but still a good bike. I ran the crap out of it and it kept going.

[@juliancrooks3031]

A lot of us watching ride bikes like this daily . We do whatever is needed to keep them running.

[@vincedibona4687]

As much as I love a Japanese 4-cylinder 400, that Virago is SWEET! I love the looks of a boulevard cruiser. 😍

[@FalloutGenius1]

I fell in love with viragos: they are definitely a good looking bike. Can’t beat how reliable they can be as well

[@cnoshoes7049]

I had an 84 import 750 virago,had it 25 years,treated it bad, through the air system,exhausts,in the bin, ground the puncture rim off the back wheel, fitted 15"van tyre,(bigger diameter)did over 140,& 80 yard black stripes in second & third, bullet proof clutch & engine,I changed the oil when I got it,was still clean 25 years later, chopped it up a bit,cut tank longways ,split and lowered that, dropped yokes down forks, trials bars, made Indian bodywork outa crap,chucked Speedo, only bort pipes, couldn't break it,best most indistructable bike I've ever had, out of proberly over 500 Japanese brutally treated , think it was £800.... when run's on one tap float chamber s first,blow down fuel pipe with bleed open, before you stip anything,free float valve marmite ! X

[@Patchman4062]

I've bought so many bikes thru the years for less than 1k that ended up being great bikes. Most didn't run when i got them but most of the time just needed carb cleaned and fresh gas. But I've bought a couple Honda shadows for less than 1k and a few years back you could get Sportsters for 1k that ran and were great.

[@amatureskater15]

MY type of bike owner! Mechanic specials!

[@nikolas8088]

Honda Shadow is a very good bike and beautiful to customized...!!

[@Leviweyhrich]

This is by far my favorite type of content, coming from my favorite type of people talking about my favorite vehicle... motorcycles. Keep up the content!! I love it.

[@bmint]

My first bike I paid $500 for, I rode it hard for 5 years, the guy who bought it, dropped it at speed a few times, and he is still riding it! 1999 Kawasaki ninja ex500r

[@denouden92]

Best type of videos on KZbin!! Keep these coming!

[@robquattro5419]

Good afternoon good sirs 🤓 from the uk 🇬🇧 South Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@matthewcooney7713]

The Virago is a XV700 not a 750. I had one as my first bike. The Yamaha XV700 or Virago 700 was a Yamaha V-twin cruiser motorcycle. Made from 1984 to 1987, it was part of Yamaha's Virago line of cruisers. It was informally known as Yamaha's "tariff buster" of the US's 1983 tariff on imported motorcycles with over 700 cc of displacement.

[@Kennon959]

would love to see a route 66 tour challenge if you guys bought some old arse bikes, fixed them up and cruised them hitting some good stops and so on

[@burt101welly6]

This is one of the best vids I’ve scene in a long time thanks guys , love the the grub hub throw and the big screen delivery awesome , great content

[@blueheelerfriend8450]

Virago hands down that thing sounds great and runs good lol!!! 👍🥇😊 P.S. don't forget a bike handling contest...slow and fast handling. 🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠

[@tomboone201]

We rode these bikes new .. had a blast . Friends had Harleys, V rods, 650, 750, 1100 yammies , Z1's, H1, H2's late 80's crotch rockets multi- valves came out it was great to be young in the 80's

[@rickroberts9182]

On the Virago, the engine was referred to as a "stressed member" because it was part of the frame. My 1981 Virago 750 was geared to cruise at 55 mph and felt like it was going to fly apart at 70. Must've been a response to the gas crisis.

[@KineticTaco]

So it’s perfect for the new gas crisis.

[@MostlyInteresting]

Yea it Jimmy Car ters 55 mph silly limit.

[@hvymax]

I thought my KLR 650 was bad!!!

[@jakejordan8492]

I started on a $600 bike, a 1980 xs850 with a kick start, was able to flip and trade up to a Harley. My buddy still has the xs850, running strong too

[@abnpthfdr2934]

"Too close to call it; we need more testing..." 😉 Good job guys. It's a lot of fun to be had out of two "under $1,000" bikes!!!🤙

[@cjlane4465]

Buddy of mine just got a 1983 honda nighthawk 450 in oregon, with 18k miles for only $1100. It has a dented tank and a bit of rust he already took care of, but the engine sounds really healthy. You definitely can get good deals if youre in the right place at the right time. We found it for sale at an airshow.

[@GratefulEd907]

My 06 xr650l was only $1500 because I was in the right place at the right time. Im sure I could get $3500 in my area.

[@roberthawley327]

I’ve never beat on any of my motorcycle’s I’ve ever owned like you guys do in your videos. Both bikes are keepers. Thanks.

[@joshuagibson2520]

Live a little.

[@roberthawley327]

I’ve beat death 7 times. I just won’t abuse something I’ve worked for just to live a little.

[@joshstone4052]

Man they just having fun, i got a virago and love it but i also like seeing them beat it up to see how rough it really is

[@nnervous]

Kudos, the Grub Hub and big screen deliveries actually had me LOL and tears!

[@nathanlovern5283]

When I had my fully dressed out 76 Honda CB750 I once carried from Lowes 2 5 step boards,4 -8 foot decking boards and 2 80 pound bags of cement, was all about balance. This was over 25 years ago 😳😞

[@Jake6837]

My first bike. 1982 XV750J Virago . Loved it!

[@randall1959]

I can tell you from experience your intermittent problem is probably the "computer" I think it's called the TDI box. If you pull the engine out it won't collapse. The back bone is pretty stout.

[@infesting]

Of course the bike will not collapse that was a joke. And it's called a CDI box not a TDI box.

[@zombiemike5611]

Let's go Virago! passing my 96 Virago down to my daughter for her first bike. Trying to get the next gen riders excited about bikes.

[@KO4FFB]

iv been looking for a bike in that price range for a project but everything i find is absolute garbage

[@iainpearce6379]

I can't believe how good the old virago is and for that money its amazing you could spend another 500 on it to make it spot on and you'd still be a hell of a lot cheaper than 90%of the cruisers out there

[@UnderpaidProducer]

I've got my MSF course today! Super pumped and can't wait to be part of the motorcycle club

[@colestowing8695]

Congrats!

[@otisdriftwood8469]

Nice! I had a virago many years ago. Smooth ride. Can't beat the prices.

[@richhelm21]

i was having a crappy day, but you guys just crease me up🤣 Love the burnout, the pizza delivery is hilarious!

[@KneelMore_CacheTales]

My first bike I bought in 1981. It was a 1974 Yamaha 200 Twin. I was 19. My next bike I bought in 1984 and it was a 1982 Hondamatic 450. IT was new out of the crate. Paid $1050. I loved that bike. I rode the crap out of that bike the first year I had it.

[@davebarrowcliffe1289]

Surely a quick valve-gap check would bring those compression numbers up on the 400? Can't do any harm..?

[@MostlyInteresting]

Yea I noticed that.... its a real clattery...

[@Liberty4Ever]

If you want a good cheap used bike, buy it during the winter and spend a few months fixing it up for spring riding. This also applies to new bikes. I bought a great 2019 BMW G310GS in late October of 2020, just before the 2021 models were arriving. BMW knocked $1000 off the price and the dealer came down another $400. I got a brand new baby GS for $4920 out the door, with a three year factory warranty (that I haven't needed in the past two years).

[@Zanthorr]

If craig cheated, you cheated way more by going to a dealership that you have a reputation at, instead of getting it on craigslist like you said you had to.

[@BikesandBeards]

I ve never purchased anything other than parts from that place, they don’t even like me lol

[@HairyMTB]

@@BikesandBeards Now this is the real Bikes and Beards. Guys, please be on the lookout for scammers on this vids comments. Also sent you an email with screen grabs breaking this all down.

[@grandudetonesnob7107]

If nobody's cheatin', it ain't a competition!

[@destinwolf7972]

I love these. Finding good bikes for fairly cheap is awesome. I actually just purchased a 1981 Honda Cb750 Custom for $100. needs some work but it will run when im done lol

[@BoostedInline6]

wanted to hear the engines when racing not stupid music.

[@one-of-us9939]

Sweet! Great show... Thanks!

[@GreatOutdoorAdventure]

Oh man. Hahaha. The Grub hub part was classic. Too funny. I needed that. Thanks for the great video.

[@tlgmarten]

I had the 850 midnight special version of Craigs in high school... loved that bike.

[@mawitstoukour8072]

You guys are awesome! I like your crazy contents 😎

[@andystevens7557]

Might be one of my favorite episodes so far

[@Mereshot101]

I love the kick start. Just picked up an old Yamaha XT with only a kick start. Nothing beats the feeling of it starting first kick

[@Zaprozhan]

My first bike was under $1K, and I'm glad to see that something running, usuable and fun can be still be found.

[@joshuafrahm8778]

Without watching the video yet, absolutely you can. Back in March, I bought 2 1982 Goldwings, a spare engine, and 4 Rubbermaid totes filled with spare parts, all for $1500. A new battery and fresh gas for each, and they fired right up.

[@hojnikb]

Gotta LOVE these cheap motorcycle challanges!!

[@albertpeugh9367]

In 1986 they took a V65 Magna’s 4 carbs off and installed a large 2 barrel Weber carb and had a super charger built. PerWee Gleason made a 10:59 second quarter with this bike and after adding the charger they couldn’t get a time as the front end wouldn’t stay down. They started to build a wheelie bar when the project was cancelled and money was reallocated. Turbo and super charge them

[@gooseapejr]

I love these videos. I got my first bike for 1000. 1983 Honda cx650c still running strong.

[@jrob8931]

Hilarious! Craig, I thought you were my elder (I am a 1970 kid) but was amazed to hear that you were born in the '80s. Rock on.

[@zzebowa]

I like you guys, a kind of US Top Gear on bikes, keep it up, it is fun to watch.

[@davidgreve2181]

You always find fun stuff to do! Replace the oil and the seals in the front forks on both .

[@Ch-ui6mw]

I'm impressed by the fact that on two 40 year old bikes, the tach and speedo work on both of em!!

[@justinstroup1753]

I love riding. After a head on wreak loss my bike and now I can walk again been wanting another one. Riding like a drug.

[@RideNPlayPinas]

Craig getting a customer is hilarous! Sending love from PH!

[@philipbell3187]

I have the 750 virago and love it , but then it’s because the viragos are the only bike I can sit on and work the gear lever , as my left leg knee joint won’t bend much , it’s from having 2 bad accidents in my younger days, I am 65 now and glad I still ride here in good old Norfolk uk .

[@okiemoto6114]

You guys have way to much fun!

[@andrewbrill8709]

Craig for sure! You guys should do a cross PA road trip and you have to camp with what ever you can fit on your bikes!

[@cipriannika3267]

"She got a lot of bang for her buck..." badum-tss hahahahaha that was great

[@chadbinette3201]

Definitely give Sean's bike the win in looks and sound.

[@krl10101]

3 day scenic drive camping weekend. Budget style. Cost of the bike, repairs, fuel, food, camping gear. Lowest total wins. Sure you can buy cheap stuff, but are you tough enough to sleep with it for two/three days/nights?

[@bhower02]

Sean as far as it goes. You deserve nothing but blessings for just who you are. I hope you will still do what you do. Thank you for all the laughs. as long as you make videos you will always have me as a subscriber. bless you and all around you. Take care

[@chadlindeman509]

I bought a 93 goldwing with 120,000 miles for $1500 and have put 3500mi on it since I bought it 5 weeks ago. And My brother bought a 95 goldwing with 228,000 and has put 1500mi on his lol. they both run excellent. Great vid.

[@carculturenation2166]

would liked to see you 2 swap bikes during dragrace to see if weight and driver helped you win or if the bike is truly that much faster like i would think.

[@stewarttideswell9231]

Love your channel, started riding in 1980 with a 250 Honda super dream,had the 250 xs custom slow but loved it,had around 30 something bikes ,till 2004 when I moved to Australia ,miss having one,last bike was tzr 250 in 2002,your channel makes me nostalgic, love the xs 400,ty guys

[@Endidixknsej]

Get another bike man 👍

[@arewethereyet1969]

Craig got the wiggle going, so victory is his. Road trip these bikes...endurance is the key.

[@patricklagerberg4387]

Love these cheap bike challenges

[@WoBlink1961]

You chaps crack me up - 'specially the pizza and TV deliveries!!!! Hows about a jumping competition with these bikes? With a bit of luck one of them would break before either of your necks...... 🤣🤣

[@dragonconley44]

Take them to a biker bar with a sledgehammer. Possibly one that has a lot of Harley Davidson lovers like myself and charge possibly $5 to $10 dollars for the first few hits with the sledgehammer and see who’s bike can stand the most beating. That would be a really cool challenge. Just make sure you drain the gas and oil first or have them strapped to a tree or something while it’s running.

[@lonniepee9804]

You guys are a whole lot cooler than I had thought. jk. I've only seen a couple of your videos. That was a fun one, lots of humor. Thanks. If my Hiland Rockshark from Amazon shows up on December 1st, I'll get a jug o' that M1 just to give my support.

[@AntiParallali]

I'm invested in this lol...and I want my dad to start riding on something affordable to see if he likes riding

[@jezuzfreek777]

This is such a fun channel.

[@KhaiMahase]

Hey, my dads 1989 Kawasaki vulcan 750 does not want to run, it was flooding before. I took out the carb and rebuilt it for the second sign. I put a little starting fluid, it fired and then stopped. I have an in line filter in the gas tube that runs from the tank to the carb. I can see gas in there? Whats the next step? Thanks and keep up the great work guys!

[@MegaBruceC]

I had a Virago given to me in 2007 but the starter assembly needed replaced. Nice bikes!

[@eventhorizon8110]

"She got a lot of bang for her buck." Ooh Craig's getting spicy lmao i see what you did there

[@allseeingguy5485]

Any average person can buy a motorcycle from $500-1,000. It takes a lot of patience. You need to be ready with cash in hand at any moment as well. Your best bet it to scour Facebook marketplace a few times every day. I can guarantee you that every bike in this price range will need moderate to extreme repair to make them roadworthy again. Common issues include: Dirty/misadjusted carburetors, bad batteries, old tires, burnt wires, bad wiring grounds, bad charging systems (stator & regulator), starter solenoids, old fluids (motor oil, brake fluid, fork oil, gear oil & gas), sticky brake calipers, all cables (speedo, tach, throttle, clutch) It sounds like a lot and it is. A lot of these bikes are 20-40 years old with little to no maintenance. I enjoy working on them, but buyer beware!

[@7thsluglord363]

Yea, i got a 79 gs1000 for $600. Went through and refreshed all the fluids, fixed a couple wire connections that were still good but just needed new tape. Replaced the battery. But the dang thing just wont start. Turns over, everything sounds like it works, everything looks good, just will not take off and actually start.

[@toddleavitt3366]

I love how you brought out a very new sportster setup as a performance bike as the old man Harley

[@1Klus]

Awesome retro stuff their!!! The eighties babies like us totally appreciate the celebration of our times 🙂🙂🙂

[@iancascadden]

Wow that brake challenge was wild! Be safe out there y’all

[@kevinlewis9151]

I have to agree, I love old bikes with kick starts.

[@nitrorc4life1]

I love challenge videos! Bikes and beards and RM ATV are awesome for this. Thank you guys.

[@nitrorc4life1]

I'm torn on this one, my brother had a virago, I had the xs400 special II as my first Street bike. Craig,does it have the 85 mph death wobble? I would just pullback and in and accelerate past it, if I remember correctly it topped out at 92-93. I raced a buddy on his home practice track and beat him on his modified bored cr80. of course I wouldn't try again,that was scary.

[@XCHANGEDAVE]

Loved hanging out with you guys great show.

[@Sabahes_ASMR]

I actually want to own that Virago V twin! I'm a big fan of that era of bikes, and own an 82 xj, and a 2021 Tracer 9.