Can I get this FREE Triumph Adventurer Running?

[@boatbikemike8571]

My favorite new channel. Craig, your ability to just start on these abandoned projects is amazing.

[@JadenGregg-su9no]

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[@Onewheelordeal]

​@@cx4482I mean he's the mechanic for that other guy, if you were watching videos of ppl getting dealerships started it would prob be the other way around

[@theskullinside666]

Someone please give this man his own Netflix show! Like this needs to be seen by the masses! His brand of humor and knowledge are so on point!

[@brainsqueezereactions]

Yessss my god yesss!

[@theskullinside666]

@@brainsqueezereactions let's start a petition!! 🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@Particle-001]

needs to get in touch with motortrend and do a show like VGG

[@t.b.y.3350]

Did he ever tell u why he tore it down to begin with?

[@theskullinside666]

@@t.b.y.3350 because he's cool?

[@scoobymoto9858]

You should get a big magnetic mat to put on your tailgate. Then if you drop anything magnetic, it can’t roll away.

[@mariocooldude9092]

Killer idea 👍

[@Heivang]

44 years and I've never thought of that. 😮

[@spikemcnock8310]

I've never heard of a magnetic matt, I want one now. Good idea 👍

[@mikelyons9971]

Great idea except emulsion tubes, jets, and needles are typically brass so no magnetism

[@JadenGregg-su9no]

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[@elickes]

Losing a 10mm is a rite of passage for any mechanic.

[@lawerancelanham]

Came to say the same thing. A 10 and a 13mm have special abilities to disappear

[@LiLDiddee]

Today, I find out that, I am, indeed, a mechanic. This is great.

[@KiatnissNZ]

I have yet to do so, but I know it'll happen one day

[@lawrenceklein3524]

Well then, I guess I'm qualified, too! Lol!

[@elickes]

@@KiatnissNZ give it time. Your 10mm will disappear.

[@pootmahgoots8482]

"If i cant get the angry pixies to the sparkplugs" Using the choke cable for a throttle cable is the most bobber thing ive seen and im all for it. Terminology is top notch. Love it. 😂

[@vincedibona4687]

He’s definitely an AvE watcher.

[@keithjackson2462]

​@@vincedibona4687vice grip garage watcher I would guess.

[@Thepeanutgallery666]

"Crossthreading is just another form of loctite... Change my mind" - Craig.😂

[@rob2257]

I had a boss who used to say, “Crossed threads are better than no threads.”

[@AndrewPatton4179]

I just disassembled and cleaned up the mikuni carb on my vstar250, and the engine now starts faster. And idles( wouldn't before w/o choke) thanks to your videos: gave me the confidence. Thanks, Craig!

[@carneeki]

Me too! I have a vstar650 and started riding about 2months ago. My carb is running perhaps a little rich, and thanks to Craig I have the confidence to go in and tweak the screws this weekend. Thanks Craig!

[@ewhitefo73]

Your patience is legendary!! Especially in that heat. I was feeling your pain/sweat fiddling with that airbox!!!

[@bigjosh466]

I have a great idea! Since Dan watches you so much and assists you once in a while, I think it will be a fun video if Dan tries fixing a bike to make it start! You can watch over him. You can even give him lifelines lol. I’m curious to see how much he has learned from just watching you.

[@rc2634]

X2

[@Varlist420]

This is a great idea

[@JadenGregg-su9no]

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[@IArcticFoxOG]

I have learned some from just watching Craig! So I'm sure someone who spends a decent amount of time with him has learned even more! But the most important thing to know is that Jesus loves you and desires a personal and intimate relationship with each and every one of you!

[@zizzruzz9956]

Great idea. Even old bicycle could be a good start, because as motorcycles were originally bicycles with engines.

[@Jevans3141]

BEST new channel on KZbin! I'm a car guy, dont own a motorcycle, but can't get enough of Craigs work, knowledge, humor and adventures! Every episode seriousely gets me closer to purchasing an ole bike and starting my own adventure! 🏍 Thank you my friend!

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

Maybe I should try a car for you car guys🤷‍♂️

[@Jevans3141]

You do you my friend, if it calls you then go for it, if not no worries I'm a loyal fan either way. Cheers!🍻

[@abdulazizsaleh8650]

I am over fifty. I feel a very strong regret that you cannot imagine when I follow travelers who enjoy the beauty of life and exploring nature on their motorcycles... I was twenty years old and my friends rode motorcycles and I was not completely interested... Yes, many times I thought about buying a bike... but it passed. For years, I did not... Now I feel very regretful because I did not try owning a motorcycle... Your comment is that you are thinking of a project similar to maintaining a motorcycle, since you are an expert in cars. I tell you, do not hesitate. Do this, as it may open a new window to life and enjoyment for you. And if you did not like the experience, at least you had an experience and you will not regret it afterward. My greetings to you...and I wish you well and safety 🏍👍🏻 Greetings from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 🌴...good luck

[@ivanromero7274]

@@The_Bearded_Mechanic wow wow, that`s a promise?

[@daigriffiths399]

The trick is... carry a tube of silicon grease (brake grease) with you! I've got a kilo of the stuff in the garage in tubes and any time a rubber or plastic component won't slide back together, out with the silicon grease. The good thing about it is twofold: it doesn't react with the rubber or plastic and it does eventually soak into rubber surfaces leaving them slightly more flexible and just as grippy as they were without the grease.

[@andyroach420]

I love that you take what would otherwise be left in the shrubs covered in weeds and turn into a running motorcycle. You are a smart man and keep up the good work.

[@specialse]

with you all the way on this one....ive resurrected many of those model triumphs ( factory tech 20 years ) dont claw it over to much , the sprag clutch will let go....carbs out air box in , get some one to hold it back and fit the carbs , then choke cable . fuel taps can leak , original coils can let go ..... ill be watching .....

[@ConConReeves]

I always love to see the joy and happiness that Craig emotes when things go right and it fires up. Though I enjoyed your collaborations with Sean, this channel has become one of my new favorites.

[@mileslifting6228]

Your channel is so much better that bikes and beards. Just getting to the point and doing more of the mechanics that we enjoy watching

[@vincedibona4687]

In your opinion. I like ‘em both equally. B&B isn’t all mechanical stuff. Some diversity is good for everyone.

[@wtfgebeurdmij2991]

​@@vincedibona4687 yeah i used to like bikes and bears better because they where an amazing team. But now that shaun moved away, i only like this channel. I think shaun is not really interesting by himself. He needs to find a great team again. Thats what he is good at, making a great community, managing a company and keeping everyone together with enthusiasm and optimism

[@geraldscott4302]

Having been a professional mechanic for 41 years (cars, trucks, heavy equipment) and a motorcycle owner/rider for longer that that, I like mechanical stuff. That guy on Bikes and Beards seems to know nothing about mechanical stuff, and I have cringed so many times watching his videos. He has taken rare, vintage bikes, in one case a still in the crate Norton Commando, and treated it like a trashed out late model Chinese bike. I am very meticulous when I work on anything of my own.

[@BigDadGigaCHAD]

Whoa whoa whoa... Why don't you just relax for a second. First off Sean just moved, he also helped pushed this channel, most other YTers... WOULD NEVER DO THAT, Sean hasn't built his spot, found a place to start out in, he's also only put out 1 video in 3 months, which was racing racing his vintage Harley. Bikes & Beards was great and will be great again, because Sean is your dad

[@Cattabushi]

stop smoking the meth bro, craig would never have this channel if it wasn't for the bikes and beards channel, they need to be together

[@daveym9760]

It’s so awesome hearing that bike run again. Jeremy you’re the man for donating this bike. There’s a lot of sentimental value and memories to that bike. My first street bike ride with Jeremy was with him on that bike and me on my Yamaha Bolt

[@JReed305]

It's Friday, I got coffee, and you drop a Triumph video. Life is good.

[@petersymons7817]

Yes

[@jeffnewton7141]

Dude-your smile and excitement when they finally turn over-priceless. Reminds me of an old outboard motor I got started a few years back. Hadn’t run in over 20 years. Feel ya man!

[@gthaley_81]

Wish I had a friend like you to counter those days when I feel like just pushing the bike out to the street with a "Free to good home" sign on it out of frustration. And it generally starts out running, even. Your videos are such a joy to watch, and inspire me to go ahead and go tear that thing apart (again) to see if I can get it working right. Now if only I could figure out how to get the neighbors to give me their derelict bikes... Keep it up. 👍

[@markgilbert5118]

All day, every day I want to watch Craig and Dan do motorcycle rescue and recoveries!! The BEST!

[@trustdre]

Why even compare them, just enjoy them both. They are friends, and I'm sure wish each other the best future. They both have already proven they can do videos separately well, and I personally will love when they can do a video now and then together how ever often. They both have a lot to offer, I'm looking forward to seeing more from both of them. The more they create the better. Neither of them can make enough videos for me. I just wish them both all the luck with there channels. ❤🙏

[@terrymontague7946]

Street mechanic extraordinaire. Keep them coming Craig.

[@pauloconnor7951]

Geepers Craig !. Super well done. That was hard work !!!!

[@MRTHUDTV]

Really enjoyed watching that, but im a little concerned for your heart health. Keep hydrated Craig.

[@2coolwheels139]

No better sound to a mechanic, than that first start after a major repair!

[@hermit3955]

I sympathize so much with the sweat on the glasses. Miserable air humidity! Great job!

[@AdmV0rl0n]

I had a Triumph 96 Thunderbird, which is basically same family as this bike. I've had a lot of bikes, but I loved that bike the most. That triple engine and that bike you have there, are basically going to be classics, and cult classics. Restore it, keep it, its gonna be golden.

[@joeybobbie1]

Great Job Craig and Dan. You really cracked me up when you said, Cross Threading is a form of Loctite. Once it was put back together, it is a really nice Bike. I think you can anything Running again Craig. Thanks for another Great Video, and can’t wait for the next one. Also Thank You to the Viewer who gave that to you.👍👍

[@adrianshields5436]

Thanks!

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

Thank You!

[@trainmaster0217]

What a guy. What a guy? He can make 'em run. Great channel Craig.

[@xl600mine]

I have a 2001 Thunderbird I've been restoring. Love the bike, but parts are either not easy to get, or incredibly expensive here in Canada. I replaced the original rotted Kehein carbs with Mikunis built for this bike. These bikes sound good and are very torquey.

[@Alex_Miller1980]

I'm so crazy, I work as a motorcycle technician I love watching your videos Craig and also love 3 cyl engine motorcycles, nowadays there's a lack of carburated tech's and also 2 stroke tech's, anyway Iove that triumph if I can find one for sale in Mexico I'm totally on to it. Please put a sponge oil soak filter or put the air cleaner element on that motorcycle, I always precharge with fresh fuel the carbs, check for no leaks, always change the oil, and check the compression at the start that will keep you from scratching your scalp, your the man

[@directorstu]

Mt 97 TBird 900 is coming up to 30k miles and is still going strong. Pretty easy work on as long as you don't mind the PITA airbox and the very specific tool needed to get spark plugs out. But otherwise perfect. Head turner bike for £3k. Great round town and big enough engine for the motorway. Just finished a tour around France and Belgium (Dart marlin screen with the little extender thingies made 80mph cruising fine). I could pay 10k for a new speed twin but who wants to spend that money on a bike. I could get a Blackbird but too tempting to go too fast for me and sounds like an inline honda (no offence guys). I could get a 10k adventure bike, but again, who wants to spend that. My Triumph runs great, will zip through the traffic at Hampton Court or take me to the Vosges mountains. It's probably worth about 2k, but still going strong. If you are thinking of getting one, and own a socket set, do it! If something does go wrong they are fairly basic tech that can be wrangled with a Haynes manual and a few KZbin videos.

[@nynes32]

"Alright, we're gonna pull off those carburetors now like I had suggested earlier". haha love it.

[@fabieneldridge3414]

Craig is a nice guy . To bad the World hasn’t more like him. I’m Blessed my Son does all my mechanical work on my bikes or cars . Nice to having a Son that is a great mechanic and man, father now himself . Celebrate Life ! That’s what living is all about !

[@ronlewis1593]

I've put 100,000 miles on my 95 triumph tiger with that engine, the airbox is a Bear but needed. They barely run at all without it. Incredibly picky bikes on tuning. But really fun once running great

[@Lioneldehetre]

Inspiring to watch you breath life back in these neglected bikes.

[@paulwalley8296]

Hi my name is Paul and I’m a huge fan! I’ve learned more about bike watching you than anywhere else. I haven’t rode a bike since 2001 when I gave mine up for my first born. I figured I’d get one when I was able. But!!!!! After numerous medical issues it’s not financially feasible. I’m disabled now but I still enjoy watching your videos and living vicariously through you. Keep being awesome and tell Dan to tighten up lol jk. I love the commentary between you guys. May you be blessed throughout your life and safe on the road.

[@richardahola692]

My riding buddy has been riding a 2001 Legend which is mostly the same. 100,000 miles and it still runs perfect. Motor has never been apart, valves adjusted once or twice. It has had electrical problems over the years. Three Triumph igniters and now it has an aftermarket igniter.

[@stuartcarter7053]

I find these so therapeutic! I could watch them non stop

[@mikeg4501]

Gotta be so satisfying when you get it running. Nice work!

[@aaronp51mustang]

I have an idea, mechanic gloves with a small 1 inch by 1 inch magnet plate on them to temporarily hold nuts, screws, bolts, and 10mms

[@dmitrijr7065]

5:27 You're funny, talking about Mikuni's while working on Keihin's 😁

[@praisehisawesomename]

Craig, You're doing such a great job with your content here. I was a longtime B&B subscriber. God is good!

[@gavmusic]

Great video Craig - another bike rides again. Amazing that the Hinckley Triumphs are now called classics in their own right.

[@mikedavis5909]

Really look forward to your videos, Craig. I get excited every time I see a new one pop up and I can’t to see what the future holds for this channel I love your humility just a genuine guy 🤙🏻

[@bigheadbiker]

Man you are becoming my favorite guy to watch, you’re like the Vice Grip Garage of motorcycles! Keep it up and ride on!

[@superhawk20002]

I felt the heat from here... mostly because its just as hot and miserable as it is there. My favorite cordless tool has become my DeWalt cordless fan. A battery lasts all day and it makes life a little better when you sweat like Elliot Richards playing for the Diablos.

[@jaywebb3105]

Dude you will never have to apologize for the sounds of nature to me. I live it everyday and love it

[@nickyb7612]

Wish I could just follow Craig around and watch/learn/help him on these old bikes. What a job

[@ks4kn]

Always great videos. Craig does a great job getting them running. This is the Roadkill for motorcycles.

[@2rueblue]

Angry pixies, I've only ever known an insanely intelligent Canadian call the lightning that. 9:28 I would suggest not saying that to another man when you are on your knees brother. Brilliant show love it and good to see a trumpet showing up, My buddy has a US Export Trident his is a much older one I think it's a 1977. All the very best from Scotland.

[@johnherrmann6879]

Was gonna mention ave...u beat me to it. He is a sharp fella.

[@2rueblue]

@@johnherrmann6879 he certainly is, I wish I had a fraction of his intelligence and humour.

[@johnherrmann6879]

Me too..he a funny dude, would love to meet him. Peace bro

[@thehungrycat7281]

I was watching bikes and beards mostly to watch craig. Now so happy that you have your own channel.

[@robertstimmel1100]

Great video. You are very talented. I am a hack garage mechanic. Most of what I do is routine maintenance. If not, it is usually my first time trying something. I would love to get to even half of your level of knowledge. I doubt that will happen without years of full-time mechanic work. Congrats on all of your well-deserved success.

[@daveco1270]

I do the same bag-and-tag system with everything I take off my bike.. cause I won't remember where stuff goes back. Working outside in a driveway in Maryland in the dead of summer seems awful.

[@pontushaggstrom6261]

My dad has a 1981 bonneville 750 T140, i remmeber kickstarting it when i was like 14 and i actually got it started. I was very proud of myself.

[@crebbsjd]

Cross threading is a form of lock tight!!! 😂 love you, Craig. Those carbs are a smoking hot setup. Pretty awesome bike to.

[@GoatednSauce]

Im so thankful I found this channel. It reminds me of an old friend that just wants to help.

[@smithgroove945]

Another Monumental build Craig. This is why you are the Man. Pro Tip: When you put the carburetor barrels in backwards, it makes your brother go really fast but no stopping!👍

[@johnl1677]

Had two Hinckley T-birds, a ‘96 & ‘99. Almost the same as this Adventurer. Great bikes!

[@pd8559]

Note to Craig. Get your own canopy if you keep doing these types of videos outside in the sun 😂

[@Hazmatti]

and maybe a nice big fan to keep him cool in the heat + plenty of cold drinks

[@southendparaquest]

I've owned my thunderbird for 10 years. Absolutely love it. Not much to go wrong, but I would totally recommend changing the camchain at 50k (although hardly any of these I've come across have mileage anywhere near that! People tend to leave them in the garage for an occasional sunny ride. Shame cos they ride so good)

[@directorstu]

Mt 97 TBird 900 needed a new cam chain at 25k . Otherwise pretty bulletproof.

[@medhead99]

I recently learned to bleed the clutches, slower is much better than pumping it like you would car brakes. I also would only do two pumps then open the breather valve until fluid seemed steady, then you tilt the bike over so you can get the air out immediately next to the master cylinder.

[@SteveEh]

youtube somehow unsubscribed me! Great content. I have an old Suzuki gs1150es that was sitting in a guys backyard for 10yrs under a tarp. My sons and I took it home, cleaned a few things up, and it fired right up. It still needs a bunch of work and a new gas tank, but anything is possible. Keep at it

[@vinfeildesca2363]

This is why i love wrenchin, the frustration, but then the sheer feeling of victory afterwards.

[@macmacdonald9204]

I had a 650 Bonneville , 1973. Someone had put sand in the engine. I tore it apart, repaired and rode that bike for 3 summers. Great ride.

[@Two29_29]

New favorite channel! Grew up watching OCC and its like... nostalgic watching you guys. Crack me up lol. Tons of old bikes near me just begging to be saved.. Got me itching.. Half no titles though ...🤣

[@TheBear351]

I've found that when bleeding clutches on bikes that they are a mongrel to get started. Gently squezzing the clutxh hose with some pliers to help build up the initial pressure makes it heaps easier when you don't have the right gear with you.

[@albertgarcia9662]

Nice job . You guys are having so much fun. I am getting excited to see it start.

[@2kevbob]

Love the ave references. "Engage safety squints". "Angry pixies"

[@brendancooney6933]

Nice to see a Triumph on the menu! Love the vids, Craig and Dan the dream team haha

[@bamboozledbob3298]

It's one thing to work in a perfect workshop with AC and every single tool imaginable. But a sweaty guy working in a backyard improvising and using makeshift tools and parts while still getting the job done gets my respect any day.

[@christopherseivard8925]

Those little magnetic screwdrivers are my favorite. I have bought one at every hardware store !

[@larrycleave4199]

Funny watching this I just took the carbs and air box of my Trident. There's no trick to putting them back, but put the air box back loose without the rubbers then attach the carbs to the engine then fix the rubbers to the carbs, then slide the airbox on to the rubbers, I use plumbers grease on the rubbers just to help them slide on easy. now bolt air box in position.

[@jamespalmer4727]

I am impressed with how hard you work on something like this outdoors and in summer heat. Is because how much your videographer encourages you?

[@templeviewgate]

For long time forgotten bike the air filter tends to be brittle and doesn't fit easily once removed ...easiest way is to to dip the openings which fit into carb in hot water and keep the water hot as by your side may be it might need two or more dipping. It resolves the issue of brittleness.

[@rodrigoosorioporras7029]

i am getting one of these in the following weeks, and need to do a service, you guys make me hopeful, this rocks

[@motorsonny]

I freaking love to watch every episode such an inspiration about what it is to be a 'true good mechanic' !

[@kameronrudolph3428]

Craig this is fast becoming my absolute favorite channel your energy and excitement is absolutely fantastic keep it up

[@trustdre]

Make sure you keep track of how many Motorcycles you get back on the road that never may have. Love to see how many you save, and also you should keep track of where they are in a few years from now. It will make great content in future videos. I can't wait🤙

[@JMikk97]

Super weird that these past few days I’ve been thinking I want a triumph and now you’ve posted a video fixing one up. It’s a sign.

[@Dan-56]

🔥🔥🔥”We know we have spark !” That made me laugh out loud 😆!

[@freakskate3]

Craig, use a little of your hard earned money and buy a battery powered fan. It'll be your number 1 fan and keep your much cooler. I am from south MS, its 105+ and 90% or better humidity every day. It's worth every penny. noone will mind the background noise, i promise.

[@DudeStone]

Great job Craig, next step for comfort is a bring along shop with AC

[@JMRLIFE]

im here for the step by step description on how to make a choke cable to a throttle cable. Great stuff

[@paulmack3770]

Awesome work as usual Craig! Lol I had an ‘01 Legend and I will say, getting the throttle cable connected to the carbs and getting the air box/carbs back on was the biggest pain/test of one’s patience 😂. Also, those bikes are notoriously hard getting started when they’re cold/haven’t been run!

[@rsz90182]

That is a nice motorcycle. Amazing that people just get rid of stuff like that and don't have time to just fix things.

[@wyattgobin1274]

When rebuilding the carb... that stare was too. Make sure we were still listening!😂😂. Don't worry, i still was 🤣🤣

[@justicefall1917]

Now, I’m convinced that there is not a bike in this world that you can’t fix!! You have awesome skills brother!

[@johnmasonRCingabout]

great rescue. it nice to hear what the Dan camera man has to say and see him helping out, cos they're usually silent and don't interact at all.😀

[@justindavis1546]

I would rather disassemble and repair over building from boxes. You are an amazing mechanic.

[@ashpunting]

Craig is officially the world's greatest mechanic 😅😂👏🏽👌🏾✅️

[@tbthedozer]

I had a late 90’s Triumph Thunderbird 900 and when you were saying there was something weird with the transmission I told my wife I almost bet it false neutrals between 2nd and 3rd. Mine did and the only thing I can think of is it shifts gently in all the other gears but into 2nd and into 3rd needed a firm lift or it would like half shift or false neutral. It was a long time learning to be extra deliberate on those 2 gears. Also when you went to put the carbs in before the air filter I laughed too. I asked about how the air filter got changed because it had 20some thousand miles on it that’s when the dealer told me they had to pull the carbs… 😳 I lucked out because the previous owner had it done and they dated the filter box! Sore one for me for a change 🤣

[@danielhelbig1116]

You’re the man Craig I’m going to miss you being on the bikes and beards channel. Been a fan for a long time

[@tbthedozer]

Lol the air box dilemma! I had a ‘99 Thunderbird but not the Sport. Sounded more like a tractor than a motorcycle. I remember looking at the air box when I pulled the battery for winter storage and was relieved to see how recently the air filter had been replaced. It looked like the whole induction system had to be removed to replace it. There might be a trick but I don’t know it although if I did I’d share. 😃

[@lizerdkeng1107]

I had a 99 Thunderbird for about 18 years. The only thing it ever needed, outside the norm, was a new coil. So I went ahead and did all 3. Great running bike and I would still have it but the Indian dealership gave me such a great trade in price, I had to do it. I was on several forums and groups and the stock coils was literally the only bad stock part on em

[@n8rev156]

Can’t beat a free bike! I just got a free 1982 GL1100 and am in process of reviving it. I love seeing old bikes getting back on the road!

[@JohnChavez-h1s]

Guy is funny, self-deprecating and a genius. Love ‘im.

[@Big_DT]

Just a couple of thoughts... 1) Sweatiest video I've seen since 'Cool Hand Luke'. 2) Maybe don't have Dan touch the motorcycle and it won't catch on fire. 3) So much fun! Thanks guys!

[@HalfAboveMid]

Like others have said, I'm a car guy, but your content is great. I'm very grateful to have found your channel, and I look forward to catching up on all your content. Be safe out there!