Fixing an OLD 2 STROKE Dirt Bike Yamaha GT80... part1

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@kentuckyyankee]

@@scottdavis1925 Thanks!

[@big_blok_hed]

GT80 was my first dirt bike. Many good memories brought back watching this, thank you sir!

[@kentuckyyankee]

More to come on this bike, stay tuned!

[@TheMarky26]

Same with myself so i bought one the other day that looks identical to the one i had as a kid..Im going to restore it..

[@melfrank8379]

You are like me, lots of things on my bucket list to fix. Multitask doing several at a time, parts everywhere but somehow they all eventually come together with focus and it is all worth the effort.

[@joef.3094]

good video, by the way ... good camera work and very well edited.

[@kentuckyyankee]

Thank you!

[@Motodrew]

Thanks for posting this. It gave me the insight and case view needed in order to replace my kickstarter gear.

[@josemanuelsilvaramirez8389]

Hi, I'm from Nicaragua, Central America. In 1992 I bought a 2-stroke yamaha gt 80cc motorcycle, I bought it from a neighbor for US$800 with an 8-month term but since I had an accident 2 times, I paid for it in 10 months hahaha. In 1995 I sold it and I regret it to this day because I lent that money plus US$200 to add US$1,000 and they didn't pay me, my father's cousin was my rat lawyer hahaha Until now when I see this video and hear that sound it came to me mind my cute little Yamaha GT 80cc two-stroke motorcycle. GOD BLESS YOU MUCH MORE.

[@dominikphilipp4234]

I won't be the first who says that you need JIC-screwdrivers! But I would definitely recommend JIS-screwdrivers! 😉 Great bike, great project by the way!

[@kentuckyyankee]

I definitely need a good set 😂😂thanks for sticking with me on these videos, love this little bike, can't wait to get it in good shape!

[@dominikphilipp4234]

@@kentuckyyankee Goddamn! I wrote that before watching till the end! 😂

[@danielsimpson8929]

About finished my '94 kx250. Now looking at the '76 yamaha gt80c (c for competition!) Thinking this will be the year she gets some decades overdue attention. Full restore though... probably take me to mid summer if I start next weekend.

[@camilosurinach9381]

I like ,the video, love the old bikes, Camilo , from Puerto Rico

[@kentuckyyankee]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@johngriffin141]

Great to see you doing another project. Any videos coming out with you ripping around on that Kawasaki again? :-)

[@kentuckyyankee]

Yes sir!! I plan on using the Kawasaki for a camping trip very soon! Thanks for watching John

[@Chris.J.A.B]

Thank you!!! My 1980 GT80 Is home! Don't have your knowledge but I will clean tank and carb. Don't remember the type of oil to put in left side reservoir or ...is it transmission oil on the right side by your feet? Of course two flat tires. Tubed I believe. Thanks again!

[@kentuckyyankee]

Thanks for watching! I am actually working on it again, should be more videos possibly as soon as next Sunday. Good luck with your project!

[@kimber1911]

Doing the same thing with a 1978! The kick start countershaft is busted on mine at the idler gear with a worn out bronze bushing insert. Do you know where to find a replacement bushing for the right hand crank case where the counter shaft goes through?

[@steveferry5629]

Nice little bike, old metal a lot more interesting than the new stuff for me! Did you get around to sorting out the T500 jumping out of gear?

[@kentuckyyankee]

It never was perfect but pretty good, I ended up selling it, cool old bike tho

[@danielsimpson8929]

Where did you order the parts for it? I have a 1976 gt80 and have some parts from yamaha but don't know if there's a better source... brake shoes for example couldn't find them 8 years ago so never did them.

[@photokeith01]

Any chance you still have any parts for a 1973 gt 80… I just bought one today

[@squizzytaylor]

The first bike I ever owned, brand new at 11 years old!

[@kentuckyyankee]

I wish I was you at 11 getting that brand new bike, you musta been soo excited!!

[@TheMarky26]

I just bought one of these to restore..Any advice you have would be great..

[@kentuckyyankee]

Still working on mine although I have still been riding it, these bikes really are good ones! I would recommend a temp gauge, to avoid engine damage, I have a series on this bike, check it out. I will add to it as I work on the bike. Thanks for watching! Good luck with your project you're gonna love it!!

[@rudyverheyde8037]

I can't seem to get any spark on my 80..? any tips? New batt,

[@eaytc6968]

I replaced all my engine screws with stainless allen head screws. Looks really trick against my black engine. What is the size and make of that rear tire?? Also, great video. Thanks!! -1974 GT80, I think.

[@mihailiacob727]

Hello, im in the process of restoring my yamaha80 from '73 but i encounter difficulties when it comes to parts. One thing i wanted to do is change the screws, do you have by chance any dimensions or a website where i could get them? Thanks

[@jackrutherford-1]

that's the chappy style exhaust mount. dang that looks like a chappy stator and flywheel.

[@kentuckyyankee]

Be cool to see what you think of this rig, I plan on getting you on it!

[@jackrutherford-1]

how did that thing start and run? so the ring snagged on exhaust port and ring pieces chipped the piston.

[@kentuckyyankee]

Ahhh good thinking that's a possibility!

[@user-gt4op8sj9b]

I am looking to purchase a Yamaha GT80 engine. Do you still have the spare?

[@kentuckyyankee]

Yes unsure of the condition

[@gongascosta]

I have one but can't figure out whats wrong with her (very rough idle that lasts a few seconds and dies the moment i accelarate)

[@kentuckyyankee]

Sounds like an air leak possibly through the crankshaft seals if you checked all the common things.

[@Matt-kt9nm]

I would make sure fuel is flowing out of the petcock, then make sure the float is set correctly.

[@lordwolffurry582]

Did you buy this off of facebook? I saw the exact same bike on there and was tempted to buy it.

[@kentuckyyankee]

Yep

[@jackrutherford-1]

JIS screwdrivers. you caught me

[@kentuckyyankee]

I knew I would get you, you're detailed oriented 😂😂

[@jaysmurphy3237]

Got a late 70s yamaha 125 DT I believe it runs but wont shift. Or it will shift but not start up. I'm baffled

[@kentuckyyankee]

Bad clutch?

[@cartercorleone1465]

I have a 79 gt80 been sittin for 20years imma get it back runnin

[@kentuckyyankee]

No give it to me!! 😂😂 Joking good luck with it!!

[@AZVIDS]

Keep the z50 as it is. Stock z50 is great for little kids (trust me). Nice and low and slow….👍

[@kentuckyyankee]

Yep totally agree and worth more that way

[@scottdavis1925]

If you want too sell it please keep me in mind . I have a DS80 i rip around on

[@melfrank8379]

oil injection needs to be adjusted on that GT 80

[@kentuckyyankee]

I'm running premix right now.

[@devonmccorry5148]

I’m working on the same bike rn

[@kentuckyyankee]

They're awesome you will love it!

[@joef.3094]

get a JIS.

[@russellpeters478]

JIS screw drivers

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@kentuckyyankee]

Thanks still have work to do to mine so more videos on this bike, just not sure when I'll get to it😂😂 Thanks for watching!

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much

[@scottdavis1925]

I love these little 80 cc machines. I enjoy these videos so much