Dirt Bike to Vintage Style Tracker Conversion

[@Kindhamster]

This video feels WAY longer than 4 minutes, in a good way! You packed more content into 3 minutes and 46 seconds than some youtubers fit into 25 minutes. Fabulous video! It just gained you a subscriber.

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Thanks man!!!! 🙌

[@WuKuVex]

SO BEAUTIFUL! teach me senpai .D

[@josiahspear-denham8802]

Great point this is exactly what I like to see

[@TristanWilder]

kinda liked the original wasted orange of the tank but hey the result looks awesome!

[@M3iscool]

Yeah, honestly, I probably would have just sanded it a little, and clear coat all of that story-telling goodness.

[@OnyxXThePunch]

Tristan Wilder tbh I would have went with a much darker grey

[@ramargate]

Yeah orange was better...

[@jacobcurrie4589]

I was just coming down here to say the same thing.

[@leehelppie4544]

same here...

[@Turco949]

Cool video. To all those arguing about making the original bike was better/worse, it is all about making the bike "Yours". Those who truly love bikes already know this. One suggestion, I'd like to make to those who may attempt this, make sure the bike you want to buy, actually runs well. If the seller claims it wouldn't start due to dead battery or some lame excuse, bring your own spare battery or battery jumper to see if you can actually start the bike to minimize the chance or getting a real POS that will create additional headache, time and money on the project.

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Turco949 👍 Great suggestion

[@masterbungalow2532]

High quality video man, I wish it was longer and more in depth! Would love to see the process of how everything came together, how you restored the tank, how you did all the wiring, what parts you used (brand of headlight & seat), and more footage of the bike!

[@marshkid1]

"make your own" that is message we need. Thank you!

[@DallinDaBus]

-Shouldn’t be too hard * 2 mins in * -Now I’m going to use my welder

[@andrewclemmit2042]

Welding is not hard and you can get used ones for free or next to nothing or get a friend to weld it

[@chinocreations8571]

If your making a custom bike you should already be planning to weld🤣

[@DallinDaBus]

@@chinocreations8571 absolutely lol! Since my comment, I found out the hard way with 70s Yamahas with gashed frames and kickstarts. After the first layer it built my confidence.

[@mickenoss]

"don't have the cash to buy one" ...dude you have a 5 grand toolkit, a 10 grand car and a huge garage (ie, huge house), you got dis!!

[@alexandutube]

That car is waaaaay over 10 grand!

[@TheBreyHD]

Yeah because he wants to spend another 15k on one of this vintage bikes

[@TockoEfterbliven]

He probably made his tools from scratch, then built his house with them, and then rebuilt a go-cart into that car ;)

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Tocko Efterbliven Yes!! 😂👌 exactly

[@EricFB]

Anyone can afford anything, just not everything ;)

[@khoroshilovalex2012]

I came here to bitch at you for ruining a Yamaha dirtbike, but upon seeing that this was some off brand bike props to you sir. Good job!

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Alex Khoroshilov Build on a budget bro!!! 😂👍 I needed something to do

[@UASDroneInspection]

i want absolutly others videos with this bike please! This is the best scrambler video

[@lorenrynasko6945]

didnt have the money???? you have 50k$ in tools....

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Loren Rynasko that’s where all my money went! 😂👍

[@noahlangrehr597]

@@brandonpetrykowski Lmao

[@zogworth]

You could the same with time, a stick welder and some rattle cans.

[@noahgoyette467]

Thats what I was thinking, and I have 50 k in tools but not THOSE particular tools.

[@bigtopmedia]

Sure he has 50k in tools that he’s saved up for and bought over the last 10 years.

[@willemlentz8890]

this is truly inspirational and i thank you so very much for giving me an idea of what to do with my childhood dirt bike!!!!!!

[@Night_Spirit_workshop]

Thanks. Very useful for scrambler building!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Awesome video!

[@durbansurfmadness]

your channel is pro. Keep putting out vids like this and you'll get your subs up. Good luck man, I enjoyed this so much!

[@rodmanpararellax701]

Great build man!! I also love the sunset view! That's dope!

[@brandonpetrykowski]

KINGINAMOTO THANKS!!!

[@caveve3809]

I have watched this video 6 TIMES, NO JOKE THIS IS GREAT!!

[@iPedroMota]

Shut up, I did do my own mod and now I'm poor having to look up budget stabilizers! Jokes aside nice work, made it look easy. Came for the gimbal, stayed for the bike.

[@guidogiuliani8096]

Pedro Mota shut up

[@Firealarm102]

Wait you only have 811 subs but yet you do these amazing videos?!?!

[@cqrdist1239]

2k now :P

[@JB-1138]

I know right? Great production value.

[@L4zyPH]

*5.1* *k* *now*

[@Ziomaczek]

*5.3 k now*

[@ethanelectric1024]

5.5k

[@FBPrepping]

guys with all the tools and skills making things look "easy". A simple fabrication of a couple of steel extenders for my cruiser and reinstalling the rear lights took one entire day

[@motomule]

Great job!! Your video skills are top notch too.

[@stefanhansen5882]

Super inspirational, man! And great story telling! Also a super cool bike!

[@WuKuVex]

isnt it COOL??

[@Linux-computers]

Nicely done and awesome when you were riding with the sunset behind you

[@josephwinkler4863]

Very cool and you still get the modern ride and reliability

[@astroblemeRC]

I can see the future, this channel is going to be massive.

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

You mean , you can see the past. The dirt bike was the future 😂😂

[@brandonpetrykowski]

🤯 major inception going on rn

[@ChristianJames2016]

Great video! Instantly inspired; already on Craigslist! Keep up the good work!

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Legoinmyfoot That’s Awesome!!!!!

[@Dodek72]

At least 2 weeks of work condensed into 4 minutes

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Dodek72 #truth

[@blue-sv8yv]

this is a big inspiration for me.

[@brandonpetrykowski]

blue105 That’s Awesome!!!

[@nicomariconi1005]

Same

[@nicomariconi1005]

I am probably going to buy a Tao Tao 140 and do this to it

[@Cheedee]

Yooooooo this is straight fire !!! Great work !!

[@NixdaNutzername]

Good job, stunning looks!

[@IvanKosovan]

I freaking love the look of these bikes. Sick video man!

[@InkRebellion]

sick landy dude

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Trivia Studios Thanks!!

[@DeeMoney972]

Great build! Impressive with the limited budget.

[@sadcrab_5349]

Congratulations!!! You tripped the value of that dirt bike

[@eugenesutarma9212]

That bike only $280??? So cheap

[@tacticalmosquitoeater]

edan eling i bought the exact same one, running, for 200

[@MarkTheTerror]

Yeah so lucky! Where I live, people wouldn't charge less than 400 for that bike, and I'm so jealous of all the people finding actual vintage bikes for under a grand.

[@probablyhitler]

you just have to look harder and know the right people. i got a running 1978 yamaha dt250 for 100 bucks, it didn't have any of the lights or switches though

[@mrsmilly12345]

Probably Hitler I got the same bike (78 dt250) But mine needed rings but I got the bike for free

[@ExoticOnTheBeat]

Lucas LLorens i need y'all sellers lol. You can't even get a old, non running bike for that cheap out here unless it's a 50cc-85cc 😂😭

[@UsernameKate]

Subscribed!!! I recently tried flat tracking and I got such a buzz off it (first on Honda CRF100Fs to learn then onto a Harley Davidson Street Rod!) I wanted to make my own flat tracker out of a little ybr125 or cg125. Do you think these types of bikes are suitable as a donor bike or would a dirt bike be my best bet? Absolutely loved this video. Thumbs up!!!!

[@hpsoh]

WOOOWWW you made this look so fucking easy!! Love this

[@acdcmanSG]

Totally going to do this and make it street legal with a 83 Yamaha 500 I'm buying used for 450! Love it so much

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Awesome video brother, I’m Building Cafe Racers on my channel and about to start a Scrambler/Tracker on a budget soon with a full price breakdown like you did. Love your video and editing skills :) who is doing the filming when you where riding the bike? Those were some bad ass shots!

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Thanks a bunch bro! Means a lot. I’ll definitely come check your videos out! My brother helped with the action shots, check him out @thechrisbrent

[@johnjriggsarchery2457]

That really looks sharp. I'd only add two things: Preston Petty fenders. The fenderless look works for cafe racers, but if you don't want dirt and mud burying the bike and you, gotta have fenders. A dirt bike looks strange with out dirt filters.

[@TickleMonstars]

Very nice! I did the same because I share the same idea. Keep up the great work!

[@austinsproblems9310]

If the engine was black too than it would look like it was built that way from factory. This makes me wanna get a dirt bike just to make it into a cafe racer style bike, i love the style that they are.

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Austin's Problem's I’ll definitely have to consider that, I’m not sure if engine enamel paint will hold up to sand blasting off road but I’ll look into it 👍

[@JesusMETAL92]

the tank in the OG state was fine, i would clear coated ithe whole thing and that's it, awesome build

[@Mvp8]

dude that is sick! how much steel fab skill would you say is needed for a build like this?

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Danny A Thanks man! Just basic cutting, bending and welding!

[@davealmeida9786]

Absolutely love it!!!

[@andrewclemmit2042]

Danny A non get a mate with skills to help

[@JohnSmith-yw4bh]

wow man that is so cool. i didnt know there was a name for that style. and i thought it could only be done on certain bikes. i guess it only takes a little frame reconstruction.

[@sumdawgtwigg]

My first bike was a 125 dirt runner. Loved that bike and wish I still had it.

[@christopherjohnson5961]

Great look man, that tank restore was extremely impressive. Did you install an alternator for the battery or is it really just more "emergency" use lighting? I wonder what kind of run time you could get without recharging it with a stator/alternator?

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Thanks man! Was definitely a fun project! No alternator but the light is LED so the battery drain is minimal. I would charge the day before a ride and it would last me the full day. You could always upgrade the battery to Lithium Ion to get even more run time.

[@lancebowers6591]

Just watched this in 2020 and it’s awesome I wish I had the smarts and stuff to do that!😎

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Lance Bowers Hey! Best way to learn is try! Just start somewhere!

[@recyclebills]

Your comparison was to street trackers but all you have is a dirt bike-- no tags, no insurance-- you still have to haul it to and from the trail. By the way, it looks sharp as hell.

[@EbolaSquirrel]

Thats awesome,especially because it still works like a dirt bike instead of the normal scrambler that hurts to hit bumps on.

[@duncandmcgrath6290]

Loving the budget tracker movement.

[@davidb.4342]

awesome! crazy how much used bike prices have increased during and post covid!

[@ashilino]

Fu Manchu... hell yeah dude

[@Rudimentary007]

Brother you have mad skills. Thumbs ☝.

[@lukehenderson6784]

When buying the gas tank do you have to worry about it not fitting your bike or are they all pretty universal

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Luke Henderson No, they’re all different depending on the model. You’ll have to fab mounts. Just make sure the tank is wide enough for the backbone of the bike frame.

[@christianpage5569]

Thumbs up for Fu Manchu!

[@arielsprayart8518]

This is great. I will put this on my to do list. I love it.

[@nicomariconi1005]

2:40 best line ever

[@themotobarn702]

Dude, this is awesome! Nice work!! Makes me miss my old 2001 YZ125! I'm slowly building up an old Honda CB750 on my channel.

[@brandonpetrykowski]

The Moto Barn That’s awesome!! I’ll check it out!

[@themotobarn702]

Thanks man! I'd love for you and anyone here to subscribe! I'll be putting another video out this weekend!

[@olson_nation8509]

Awesome work man! That thing looks great!

[@SeymourCycleWorks]

Love the final result! 😍😍🤘🏼👊🏼👏🏼

[@TUBE-uu9it]

simple and nice changeover

[@wolffo999]

sweet build dude!

[@wesselbolt1550]

You made this look way too easy

[@walkerskii]

This is awesome! What do you think about installing some phaux (fake) shocks in the back & painting the arm from the frame to the back sprocket black, so it blends in a bit more? Seems like 125 is a bit small, a 250 might be better on the street as well

[@2strokejunkie686]

That FU MANCHU I hear!? Love those dudes man, sweet build btw

[@joewilleford6113]

getting some "fly like a butterfly sting like a bee" kinda vibes from the bike.Fast underneath but super nice outside

[@ckguadg]

you're an inspiration man 💪

[@ChatNick]

Great job! Congrats!!

[@TitoJonJon]

love it..love the functinality of a dirtbike, and the style of a scrambler...good job!

[@jordanhoyt4172]

I loved this video, plz make more involving dirt bikes

[@ukuk907]

Swietna przebudowa!

[@ragskatemag4698]

Brother.. this is straight fire

[@nicomariconi1005]

How long did this take

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Maybe a month. Only because I had to source parts, and wait for delivery’s. Totally fab time was maybe a week.

[@johnchavez4175]

just needed some inspiration, thanks man

[@Sinner987]

I know what im gonna do this summer! Thanks buddy, it looks great!

[@garyk8285]

Pure gold. Love it

[@Latman]

PRETTY COOL! nice work

[@danilonocher1218]

Awesome video, great looking bike!

[@mihailshevchenko1346]

As an owner of a 80s Kawasaki i must say that looks pretty good

[@ashilino]

I Hear Fu Manchu, instant attention...

[@coburnlowman]

Another thing to add. These bikes are great for folks who want a custom bike , but have limited $$$ and skills. Every bike I've started on seems to draw good people out that have good ideas and skills to share. A young Buck should tell others what his plan is and try to get in with others to find ,get ,or borrow parts from. Most people who build and ride these beast just like working , building on them and are happy to help a new friend to get the wind whipping on their knees.

[@BulldogsGarage]

Do you have any pictures of the frame modifications you made to make the new tank and seat fit?

[@WuKuVex]

this

[@benedikt3447]

That´s amazing. Epic build!

[@xristos9991]

Good job, the bike looks awesome !

[@dhddonny]

Thank you for actually riding it 😘

[@jackp.1711]

Jesus that welding was messy! Is that flux cored mig welding? Nothing bad about that, its just messy and I'm kind of surprised.

[@tedtalour6414]

Awesome build! Does the battery have to be charged?

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Yeah that’s the only downside. Bike doesn’t have an alternator.

[@TheREALOC1972]

I'm about to do the same thing but mine is a 95 KLX 250 and is going to be a street only bike with rims, fuel tank and front end of a Suzuki Intruder 125.

[@motorlikot2144]

Amazing work Boss :)

[@hendragster]

Dude, nice build. Next project? Build a Little twin scrambler out of Nighthawk 250 that thing sounds good too.

[@krishwashere2]

Hi Brandon, I was wondering where you got your leather canvas bag from?

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Hey! Found it a Goodwill in the bags section! $4, I think it was a small satchel or fanny pack originally.

[@krishwashere2]

@@brandonpetrykowski wow amazing! Thank you for replying to such an old video :D

[@brandonpetrykowski]

@@krishwashere2 Anytime!

[@Timandtaylor]

Do you have links for the battery/weatherproof bag/wiring harness?

[@Stockinger01]

Nice Project!

[@SurlyMechanicTX]

How's that build holding up?

[@brandonpetrykowski]

Surly Mechanics Great! It’s been upstate a few times and around the desert here. But just wish I used it more 👍

[@SurlyMechanicTX]

@@brandonpetrykowski excellent. Nice bike, great vid. ✌😎

[@tylersea9910]

Dude I like it. Good job 👌🏻

[@leroydamonte5983]

F%€# yeah! I've been wanting to do this to my Yamaha tw200 for a few years..I think it's time I got off me a$$.😬 and 👍👍👍 on the track🎶, Fu Manchu!

[@jacksonphillips4932]

This is super cool , what size tires are you using on this thing / does that matter with a mono-shock back suspension??

[@ramargate]

Nice build man!

[@brianmasters8348]

Nice work man!

[@kizmet32]

Fu Manchu on the soundtrack!!