Does German engineering fused with Japanese engineering bring out the best of both? Can I even keep the seat on long enough to find out? Everybody Needs A Craig shirts still available thebeardedmechanic.shop/
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@glenben925 ай бұрын
crawling around on the floor looking for what you've just dropped. THE most realistic workshop footage on youtube!
@chrisprobert65 ай бұрын
Mind your head, as you stand back up😅
@Fazer_6005 ай бұрын
@@chrisprobert6 Hit my head off a pillion peg more than once searching for washers that fell
@Notfiveo05 ай бұрын
Came complete with 1950’s computer fans too…🥹
@gregoryblair98104 ай бұрын
Then finding lost stuff like the knife!
@RonaldDaub-xi5jz2 ай бұрын
I would rather watch this guy at work then that stupid vintage idiot that can wear out a throttle cable in 10 seconds
@ayronpra5 ай бұрын
The channel is relatively new but Craig is killing in this videos, a lot of knowledge and entertainment. Greatings from Brazil Craig 🇧🇷
@postersm71415 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Greetings from USA :-)
@gazzertrn5 ай бұрын
@@postersm7141 And the U.K. greetings too.
@ZinoAmare5 ай бұрын
YAAY! Well my riding exam is this wednesday, I wanna pass and buy a motorcycle and go riding. Wish me luck :D
@grahamsmith64745 ай бұрын
Good luck. You got this !
@ZinoAmare5 ай бұрын
@@grahamsmith6474 Thanks you :3
@ChrisLoew5 ай бұрын
You will pass, go slow on roads at first
@chrislye89125 ай бұрын
You are encapsulating everything that is fun with old bikes, keep it up!
@Webbedshooter5 ай бұрын
Pro tip- just breathe
@mikeofalltrades62935 ай бұрын
I needs there to be a part two of this scooter. This thing is very cool 😮
@UmmmmmmmWhat5 ай бұрын
I need a part two video fixing it up and getting it road legal, then an absurd road trip video on the thing lol 😂
@bigtrshrod5 ай бұрын
Just a seat pan. Forget everything else , it looked awesome riding without rear cover , waiting on pt 2
@Denscaff825 ай бұрын
Wow that’s a cool scooter 👌
@tonyxxx94635 ай бұрын
100%@@bigtrshrod
@honda200twinstar35 ай бұрын
yup i 2nd that request..lol
@deanletter3355 ай бұрын
The unit of measure between the legs of the center stand is called a cubit. I really like the videos and your desire to get almost anything on two wheels running again.
@ZackofAllTrades875 ай бұрын
Beat me to it!
@faryldaryl39755 ай бұрын
Technically correct, but I usually refer to it as a yar. As in, "How long is it?" "Righ bout yar."
@fearsomename45175 ай бұрын
I like the way Craig and Dan do business. Great job to you both.
@jamesstastny19235 ай бұрын
Craig. You need to do a cameraman challenge. Switch places with Dan and see if he can get a bike started. He’s learned a lot.
@thetbird695 ай бұрын
You van tell Craig is a good person as when the bit flew in Dan's eye he genuinely looked concerned. Most "modern" content creators would have laughed and made fun of it
@marco125355 ай бұрын
Real, you could hear from his voice he was really concerned
@Thatonefuckinguy2 ай бұрын
yeah that was a wholesome moment for real.
@lawrenceklein352425 күн бұрын
If you don't care about your friends, you're not a friend.
@chadgammon98905 ай бұрын
Awesome video as always. One suggestion, if we could get more time with the completed bikes even if it's a once every few months special where we get to see the finished products that would be great. The restores are fantastic but the endings are so short. Just a tiny bit more would be great! Thanks for all the amazing videos!
@eliparents5 ай бұрын
I agree completely. I hope they see this suggestion.
@Kingsoupturbo5 ай бұрын
They've turned into pretty basic , will it runs and nothing more
@jahmic5 ай бұрын
19:40 Thanks for including stuff like this. Makes me feel not so bad about all the time I spend crawling on the floor looking for small parts. It's a great reason to keep a clean shop!
@MikeAnderson-uj3oo5 ай бұрын
I've rode all different makes and types of bikes. I don't care what anyone says,,, some of those scooters are pretty enjoyable to ride. Just for zipping around town in the summer can be lots of fun. Riding bikes is suppose to be fun right ? Never worry about what other people think. Enjoy every minute you are on two wheels.
@ricksparks31635 ай бұрын
Real world tech. It's great how you mention your mistakes. Great work
@barackmycat94485 ай бұрын
Bike tipping over at the end cracked me up. It`s really cool. It needs a little restoration with paint and starting procedure.
@AlexLawngtv4 ай бұрын
Craige! Bearded brother, i can hear the compassion and love you have for people and life. keep doing stuff like this. Being humble and real is gold.
@dizheller21015 ай бұрын
As a kid I saw these scooters around (in Austria). Sachs was kind of the 'higher end'. Us 'poorer' kids rode Puch and Kreidler mopeds and scooters. I would LOVE to have that scooter as my daily run-around! I agree, there should be a part 2 with that lovely scooter put together properly and made road-legal. Well done to Dan for his German!
@postersm71415 ай бұрын
Very cool!!
@RonaldDaub-xi5jz2 ай бұрын
I've owned so many puch Mopeds I really love that moped it even has needle bearings in the transmission I would give anything for one
@mudbug2125 ай бұрын
I love how you two just have fun while doing a job Keep up the great videos
@shanec56175 ай бұрын
Air filter would probably help it not run so lean and stall. Really hope you do a part 2.
@jons11485 ай бұрын
This is by far my favorite KZbin Channel. Motorcycles, laughs and wrenches.... life is good!
@ndadson5 ай бұрын
The joy when these engines start never gets old! Love it. Greetings from New Zealand.
@3LBane19745 ай бұрын
I'm wondering when we will get to see Dan find a small project bike to fix.
@kalaharimine5 ай бұрын
Love the Art Dco aesthetic and design. Seems to me it's really a motorcycle at it's core, as it's got a fair size engine, big wheels, sprockets and chain, and geared transmission. The main scooter-like thing is the convenient step through floor. Hope you blokes turn this into a project 👍🏻
@thedaydreamer79722 ай бұрын
As someone who has bought and sold motorcycles and scooters and done my own work, these videos are invaluable and hit home when you actually do this stuff, Craig is the type of guy you just want to hang out all day in the shop with, he may be the best guy I have seen on youtube and his personality matches, great channel
@ericw30265 ай бұрын
I am really enjoying the banter between Craig and Dan. Love Dan's comments!
@Jevans31415 ай бұрын
Great scooter! Thank you for bringing it back to life! Wonderfully entertaining video, Love the adventure, knowledge and just great fun! Happy New Year Craig and Dan, hope to see lots more in 2024!🍻
@smartin21745 ай бұрын
This is actually a Progress 200 that had a Sachs engine in it and was produced in West Germany. The IWL Berlin looks similar but was produced in the GDR. I am happy to see some German kontent on this channel. 😄
@1SaGАй бұрын
Some useless trivia incoming: Even though I'm German, I'd never heard of the brand - possibly because they stopped production well before I was born.. :) Reading up on the scooter on German wikipedia, it seems this one was conceived because a doctor told the eventual designer/producer that he'd love to buy an Italian scooter for his office but didn't think he'd be able to tolerate the small wheels on those things which would vanish into every pothole on the road. So the designer went about creating a scooter based around 16-inch wheels. Initially they had to produce a version with only 14-inchers because they couldn't source any larger wheels (production started in 1950, so only five years after WW2 had ended). This early one was called "Strolch" (= rascal) and used a 60cc engine, which was later upgraded to a 100, then 150 and finally to a 175cc engine. Apparently, this earlier model only had rubber bushings at the front and coil-springs at the back. When the 200cc Sachs-engine became available, they brought out an improved model called the Progress 200 (the one in the video, I guess) in 1953. The chassis was also upgraded and now included both springs and dampeners. The scooter was praised for its sophisticated suspension setup and "grown up" handling characteristics - but all the upgrades made it more expensive to produce. The Strolch was intended as a cheap scooter, an idea that couldn't be sustained with the more elaborate Progress. Cheapest version of the Progress, in 1955, was 1,765 Marks - I can't find an inflation-calculator that goes back far enough, but that amount in 1965 would be EUR ~4,400 or USD 4,700 today. So... probably more like 5,000 to 5,500 EUR in today's money.
@mkandy815 ай бұрын
This is one of my fave channels on KZbin now. You're helping me get my own shitty bikes up and running
@ESAU675 ай бұрын
Camera man/Kick starter is a hoot! He is a big part of the show. Way better than VGG.
@kellyt9515 ай бұрын
This is the hardest I’ve laughed in a while in y’all’s videos I always laugh but this one got me. The safety goggles was great
@johnsnowvideo5 ай бұрын
Great watching you guys! You make make an awesome team! Dan's comments in front and from behind the camera are premium! Well done!
@James-vo6by5 ай бұрын
Great video as always! It's just so much fun watching these vids. Btw great german impressions😂 Greetings from Bavaria (germany)
@fokkre5 ай бұрын
I truly love watching every one of your videos. Please don't ever stop
@johnl59745 ай бұрын
I was a MC mechanic for a few years, really enjoy your videos!
@victorhawkins346120 сағат бұрын
"I can't find second...but it's amazing!" You go, Craig!
@reallyemptypockets65095 ай бұрын
I love how these mechanical shows have big tool boxes, but it Always ends up being the mighty Vice grips that does all the heavy lifting 👍
@mickwtaylor4385 ай бұрын
So glad to see this channel taking off!! One of my faves 💕
@aciiks5 ай бұрын
I have to try upsidedown soldering sometime :) Great stuff, as always!
@andrelloyd40105 ай бұрын
Love the channel Craig ! Thank you for all your efforts in creating such interesting content. The best of seasonal greeting and have a wonderful new year Craig ! 🙏
@michaelmitchell59095 ай бұрын
Man, that was cool. You turned it in to a one kick machine, Matt Walksler would be proud guys!!! Thumbs up as always
@tomcleghorn40055 ай бұрын
Awesome video Craig. Your a wealth of knowledge and great humour
@petteriheino98565 ай бұрын
riding it without the rear cowling gives some real bobber vibes 😄
@ryandoyle43445 ай бұрын
Thought you'd say Bobbitt
@FKR-695 ай бұрын
Dan’s German is actually pretty decent 👍🏻 Wonder if he has any connections to the old world ?🤔
@focohustla3 ай бұрын
These videos bring me so much joy....
@fuelerr2 ай бұрын
This is my new favorite channel!
@volvogt215 ай бұрын
Best new channel of 2023 !!!!!
@tonyxxx94635 ай бұрын
Great video and the knowledge Craig possesses is outstanding. Definitely my fav motorcycle channel. Cheers from Down Under 🇦🇺 🍻
@mistreku5 ай бұрын
That's a really cool looking bike, or scooter, or whatever it is. I'd love to see it sorted out!
@Big_DT5 ай бұрын
Great work as always, fellas. Have a safe and Happy New Year!
@lilray10035 ай бұрын
Aye man I'm new to this channel. I just want to thank you for getting thru my rough break up. I have a Harley sitting at my parents for 3 years. Not once I've gotten the chance to repair it. I put my kids and their mother first. Right now I'm going thru it. After a harsh break up. Your channel reminded me what used to make me happy. Is to ride and repair. Thank you for your channel to give me the courage to go back to what I love doing and getting my sportster back on the road
@Andy.H.H.5 ай бұрын
What an awesome little scooter! I'd love to see a follow up video where you put this together properly and get it running and riding as intended.
@chriserskine5855 ай бұрын
Excellent content mate loving the bikes and scooters you repair, by far the best channel around at the minute, All the best lads, Chris from the UK 🇬🇧 ❤❤
@justinmeadows84465 ай бұрын
It would be badass to see it fixed up and working properly. Sweet little scoot
@QuantumJJean2 ай бұрын
thank you Craig. I appreciate your work. I learn a lot.
@sonomoto97105 ай бұрын
Great vid! I look forward to them every week! Makes even more sense when I’ve had a few beers down the pub 👍🏼🥴
@rogerhundley94905 ай бұрын
One of my favorite channels. Keep doing what you do! Let's go ride sometime!
@crebbsjd5 ай бұрын
The funniest part!!! Craig gets it running, and the clutch lever and other things start falling off, lol. Love the video, cool scooter.
@GavDWildgoat5 ай бұрын
What a beaut ,reminds me a bit of a Zundapp Bella or Simson KR? Check out what the guys in Germany are still doing to these kinda bikes!! ...Quickly becoming my favorite yt channel here👍 shoutout from the Irish in Portugal 😎👍
@Shagnasty-bo5bjАй бұрын
At 4:00 in the video ya called this engine a Rebel, all the 250 Rebels that I know of were twin cylinders. I do enjoy watching you do what I used to do like 30 years ago when I still had money and a non arthritic body, now 64 years old all I do is tinker with my scooter every once in a while and ride it. I'm just being a clown and not being critical of ya! Well, gotta go for a scooter ride.😁
@joedauginas845 ай бұрын
Love the look when it idles. It is a proud moment!
@peterhodgson274 ай бұрын
most enjoyable vid yet, loved every bit of it, thank you, peter from Aus.
@timdavanzati75105 ай бұрын
Happy early new year Craig! Enjoy it!
@stuartmoles8435 ай бұрын
Keep doing what you are doing, fast becoming my favourite fix it channel
@zam26485 ай бұрын
Hi! I've watched all your content since you've created your own channel. I've fallen in love with wrenching on bikes myself and fixed up a bunch including a few vintage ones like a Kawasaki F11 and Suzuki TS125. Your videos act as inspiration not only to keep folks like me interested in the hobby and learning new tricks, but also getting newcomers interested and excited about 2 wheel machinery. Keep doing what your doing, I absolutely love when I see a new video from you on my feed! PS - I'm a PA native living in western PA, if you ever do a fan event i'll be sure to be there!
@The_Bearded_Mechanic5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@derbyjohn9725 ай бұрын
That sounds and looks the nets. Amazing job guys 👍🏻👍🏻
@memsybabe5 ай бұрын
I like this scooter. Would really like to see it when it's fixed up properly, because, I hate to say it, but I'm not counting this as a win today Craig 😉
@kenkill69235 ай бұрын
Finally a scooter i have been waiting so long
@davidascroft9888Ай бұрын
i feel the scooter's pain but then again - it is as old as I am. Still, chuggin' along. Thanks for getting it running.
@woodsandwater6445 ай бұрын
Love it You guys are always good for a laugh and a little education
@joethebarber15 ай бұрын
Just got my Christmas giveaway shirt! Thanks again, boys! Love the content, Craig. Keep it up, dude.
@finally39845 ай бұрын
I just wanna say, Happy New Year Craig and Dan!
@DK-gw4rw5 ай бұрын
As a german, I could understand the numbers, but I didn´t understand, what u said for the kicks... anyway, I like ur channel and the the one of the other bearded guy. Tank you, I learned alot with ur help. Greetings from germany.
@mickhanley34935 ай бұрын
Thumbs up for a part two cheers
@Rollie9615 ай бұрын
Another great vid Craig 👍
@tommyboy58245 ай бұрын
JUST LOVE YOU GUYS YOU MAKE MY DAY
@leslieaustin1515 ай бұрын
What a heap! But this was fun to watch, and I love the look of that engine - like a small racing engine from the 50s. The frame looks beefy too (well, German!) but I’m not sure they belong together, TBH… Happy New Year Craig! Les in UK 🇬🇧
@robertlewis37125 ай бұрын
That was a fun video to watch. That’s a cool scooter. Good job
@fester736665 ай бұрын
Awesome video Craig and Dan, that's a very nice wee Sachs scooter with the sl 250 engine in it, any hope of a part 2 on it please? 😀👍👍
@dallisspicer68255 ай бұрын
Loving these videos!
@ericromeiro66885 ай бұрын
Nice Job & Video😊
@jacksomb15 ай бұрын
From fingertip to elbow = 1 Cubit. Great shows, keep up the great work!
@tonyfriis1064 ай бұрын
wow that thing is awsome.Thanks for your vids,best reguards from Denmark.
@kennethrayburn62025 ай бұрын
Love your videos from Tennessee. Down to earth !!
@jeschreindl5 ай бұрын
That motor is a 250cc side port. It came in the 72 through I believe 76 XL250 and possibly SL250 as well. They’re good motors
@CrabShakMan5 ай бұрын
Love u Craig I'd watch ya all day
@LuisCipher5 ай бұрын
Another victory, Dr. Frankenstein! It lives. Great job guys.👍
@tab60955 ай бұрын
So much fun watching u guys play this! Hilarious how fast u guys turn on each other when something goes stupidly wrong!!
@raymondjohns76175 ай бұрын
That's so funny, can't believe you did it but hey gotta give to you! Thanks Ray
@Lexx19765 ай бұрын
I love the smell of the engine warming up after working on it. All the different fluids (Oil, WD40, antifreeze, etc) heating and evaporating..... The smell of success!
@jdowl215 ай бұрын
Craig please do a pt2 on this one. Love the content and would love to see the condition these bikes are in when they move on to their next owner
@tomlawrence86145 ай бұрын
You just inspired me to continue working on my bike!
@kingtrumpet1235 ай бұрын
Nice video, and the scooter is really interesting.
@RVAMotorsports5 ай бұрын
You guys need a tv show. What a great show
@dxb3385 ай бұрын
craig: reinstalls bag hook Craig: man i wish i knew where to hang the iv bottle
@ridingonruby32875 ай бұрын
Awesome job
@ChloeKream2 ай бұрын
"lady and gentlemen" I feel seen, thanks craig love your stuff!
@nunya95555 ай бұрын
Top tip: Modify side cutters (aka dikes) to keep what has been cut from flying across the shop and potentially into an eye. Clean side cutter jaws with alcohol. On hollow cutting side with jaws closed, fill with rtv sealant. Let it dry overnight, then slice with a razor blade along (beside, parallel) the cutting edge. Now you have rubber jaws that hold onto what was cut. Old aircraft mechanic trick. Cannot have small chunks of steel, etc floating around in an aircraft.
@faryldaryl39755 ай бұрын
I'm totally stealing that.
@nunya95555 ай бұрын
@@faryldaryl3975 No need to steal, it was a gift to those that find it and choose to use it. Have a good one!
@ChrisLoew5 ай бұрын
I too have spent 30 min trying to start various things with the key off. Not making that mistake any time soon
@littlebittybert5 ай бұрын
Can't wait for part 2!!
@tomlawrence86145 ай бұрын
Craig’s concern for Dan just shows what kind of man he is
@CarlMarx4 ай бұрын
warms my heart to se a JIS screwdriver being used on the JIS screws