Frame up restoration of 3 Yamaha Mini Enduro JT-2!!

Amazing find on Father's Day 2021. Three Yamaha JT-2 Mini Enduros at a garage sale. One running poorly, one roller and one in boxes. After careful inventory I decide to restore all 3 to new condition from the frame up. Several parts missing or not available had to be made by hand or sourced from outside the USA. In the end I have 3 rare and fun bikes that are a blast to ride and share with you.
Here is my journey to rebuild all of them and some of the challenges restoring 50 year old mini bikes.
Parts sources:
parkerairbrush.com
KDIRepros.com
marblesmotors.com/
www.treatland.tv/
www.mopedspeed.dk/checkout/cart/
www.jmpbparts.com/

[@douglaslambert579]

My parents bought me one new in ‘72. Some of the best times.

[@Roudaki677]

Same here! I was in 3rd grade when I hit mine, brand new!

[@cramersclassics]

Your parents loved you!

[@johnmartin2079]

I remember removing the side cover to adj. The carb.

[@chicobicalho5621]

I had one! Back in 1972 when I was 11 years old and weighed about 28 kg!

[@steveng8727]

Oh wow memories of my 70's Yamaha 360 Enduro (see pic at left)....thanks for video

[@cramersclassics]

Hope you still have the 360 Steven. If not, time to find one and restore!

[@Scott-ph2yk]

Nice project. Haven't seen one these since 1976. A blast from the past.

[@cramersclassics]

I always wanted one back then too! Had to wait a long time to get these. Thanks for watching

[@heisrisen6898]

Freaking gorgeous bikes vintage nostalgic greetings from Naples Florida

[@cramersclassics]

These bikes mae you smile!

[@paulrambone6705]

I had a jt1 when I was 8 or 9. Four speed all down.

[@PULSEXBillionzz]

Awesome, My 1st bike in 76 was a JT1... I went to live with my mom and my dad gave it away. I was pretty upset so here I am 46 years later, I bought another at auction...lol Cant wait to restore it.

[@markdelichte5401]

Awesome I had about 3 of those as well the JT1 And the MX model as well

[@dalehutchins7283]

My Christmas present in 1973. Nice rebuild.

[@cramersclassics]

A Christmas dream indeed! I wanted one so badly, but my trusty 1969 Honda Z50 was all i had then. Just restored a 1969 Z50. What great memories. Thanks for sharing. -Kirb

[@dalehutchins7283]

It was an upgrade from a Z50, which was my first bike. Progressed to a Honda CL125 in 1974, it had a 100 badge so I could ride "legally" at 15.@@cramersclassics

[@DaveZee01]

​@@cramersclassicsSince I'm a new subscriber, I'm keen to check out your Z50, probably similar to the Honda Monkey I SO badly wanted back then. I had to wait until I was handed down a Honda SS50V from my older brother when turning 16, back in '77 😅

[@easyrollerz6998]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

[@cramersclassics]

Glad you're going to relive those days. My first two stroke was a 1974 GT80 and I'm rebuilding one right now. Cheers!

[@cramersclassics]

So was my first two stroke a GT80! I have several today and they are still a hoot.

[@gtric1466]

Had the 71 MX in yellow and black, my first bike and rode it like a stole it, great bike couldn't kill it. to this day my favorite paint scheme is yellow and black., Great memories..

[@cramersclassics]

My GT80 was Yellow & Black too. Just restored a 1974 model!

[@bigbobvub]

What a blast from the past! You need a couple XR-75 Hondas to set beside these beauties! Excellent jobs!

[@Cr125stin]

Hey my dad just bought a nice all original one of those! I’m sure he will go through it and make sure everything is solid. Very nice looking little bike! Thanks for the video

[@cramersclassics]

Excellent. They are so much fun to ride!

[@ablebaker1275]

My first motorcycle at 12 years old

[@patbateman6729]

I had new and now looking for a 72 JT2MX same as yours just without the lights and it was yellow,,, but your are really sweet.

[@cramersclassics]

Love that color. Back in the 70's I had a GT80 MX in yellow and rode the wheels of it as my first two stroke. Good luck with your search!

[@fredrappley6960]

Wow! Nice work! That's my idea of a good time, saving old school stuff from the ravages of time.

[@cramersclassics]

Yes, we ride them often around the neighborhood and the smiles never end. Thanks for watching!

[@adhdrebel982]

Those were so much better than z50s if you were a larger kid .

[@cramersclassics]

Yes, I just restored a 1969 Honda Z50 exactly like my first bike back in 1972. Fun but no comparison to the Mini Enduro!

[@brucegreg1859]

So ...Which bike is faster? Nice work on all! Cheers.

[@cramersclassics]

Seems to depend on the weight of the rider. They are all pretty close.

[@kevintreece62]

Great job!!! they turned out fantastic Kirby!!!! P.S. I love the video!!!!

[@cramersclassics]

Thanks for your help Kevin! Glad you enjoyed it. -Kirby

[@ktm250sxfun3]

What a fun project. I had one just like that back in '72. This video brought back some amazing memories. Let me know when you're ready to sell one of them.

[@cramersclassics]

So happy you enjoyed the video! I do need to make some room in the house, trouble is I spend so much time and money on restoring them. But its fun.

[@ktm250sxfun3]

@@cramersclassics I can imagine 🤣. Let me know ok ?

[@cramersclassics]

@@ktm250sxfun3 You can email me directly: [e-mail]

[@tomLyons-hg6wu]

Great Job! Wish you lived next door)) Been working one for some time now. Order the electronic ignition from Treatland, but cant see to get it the timing right. Going to put stock one now, and get a new coil. All the stuff for the clutch mechanism under the cover is missing. Any diagrams?

[@cramersclassics]

Hi Tom, You can contact me via the KZbin channel or send me your email and I'll see if I can scan some pics for you. Cheers, Kirb

[@jimgoose9146]

Did you find tge motorbike graveyard. I think kaplan did a story in it . Could find badges there..i think maybe kaplan bought one of yiurs

[@cramersclassics]

Wow, cool bike graveyard. I found some tank emblems that are close but not perfect from Marbles Motors. Thanks for watching! -Kirb

[@itacud2]

Beautiful work × 3 I have a JT1. Where are you sourcing parts?

[@cramersclassics]

There is a list on the "Show more" in the description, here are some of the sources: Parts sources: parkerairbrush.com KDIRepros.com marblesmotors.com/ www.treatland.tv/ www.mopedspeed.dk/checkout/cart/ www.jmpbparts.com/ Thanks for watching! -Kirb

[@itacud2]

@@cramersclassics thanks Kirb

[@justinfyfe5026]

Question, about the pinstripe that goes around the gas tank. Is that painted on or a sticker?

[@cramersclassics]

The tank is painted yellow in the stripe area first. The the stripe is masked off with a pinstripe tape. The whole tank is then painted tangerine orange. The tape is pulled exposing the yellow stripe. The the whole tank is then 2-part (fuel proof) clear coated, color sanded and buffed. You could use yellow tape and clear coat over that as another option.

[@PULSEXBillionzz]

do u have any other part sources besides these? Im looking for a tank and carb. ty

[@cramersclassics]

I ordered one of these carbs from Denmark and it worked. Total cost with shipping was about $125. Arrived in about 10 days. Used some of the old carb controls to fit cable and choke. www.mopedspeed.dk/catalogsearch/result/?q=FS1 For the tank I think EBay is your only choice.

[@PULSEXBillionzz]

@@cramersclassics ty much appreciated..

[@kimthompson3579]

Hi could you please tell me where you purchased the tank emblems ?

[@cramersclassics]

Marbles Motors: marblesmotors.com/

[@cramersclassics]

Marbles Motors marblesmotors.com/

[@albertchavez2693]

OMG i wanted a Yamahauler Mini enduro :) but i got a ct 70 honda Mini trail :)

[@cramersclassics]

Same for me but mine was only a Honda Z50A Mini Trail.

[@8180634]

@@cramersclassics We had a pair of Z50R's and an SL70. Still have one of the 50's in the garage and it still runs great!

[@cramersclassics]

@@8180634 Always wanted an SL70 or XR75. They are great bikes too!

[@celsocandido1184]

Bom dia, vcs tem alguma Mini-Enduro para venda?

[@cramersclassics]

I have not planed to sell them at this time. Thanks for watching!

[@gregstleger492]

Hi I am looking to source tyres and tubes for my mini enduro can you assist me? I’m based in Ireland. Greg

[@cramersclassics]

Hi, they are Shinko Golden Boy 2.50-15 front and rear. Here is an eBay link: Shinko Goldenboy 241 Series Front/Rear 2.50-15 Motorcycle Tire 34L TT www.ebay.com/itm/133847770010 Tubes link on Amazon: www.amazon.com/2-Pack-2-75-14-Replacement-Inner-Tubes/dp/B08YNKNHVL/ref=sxin_18_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.749943ff-94bd-4679-8f03-3b5488f65fae%3Aamzn1.sym.749943ff-94bd-4679-8f03-3b5488f65fae&crid=29OBV6LT8QZJO&cv_ct_cx=2.50-15+tube&keywords=2.50-15+tube&pd_rd_i=B08YNKNHVL&pd_rd_r=c2f2b7f3-b632-408d-9dfb-6c7569e98411&pd_rd_w=ahWzY&pd_rd_wg=FSb53&pf_rd_p=749943ff-94bd-4679-8f03-3b5488f65fae&pf_rd_r=CMFW6T5TX0Q4CQK7XNYR&qid=1689180710&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=2.50-15+tube%2Caps%2C323&sr=1-1-2b34d040-5c83-4b7f-ba01-15975dfb8828-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&psc=1 Cheers, Kirb

[@gregstleger492]

Thank you very much! Really appreciated. Greg St Leger

[@gregstleger492]

@@cramersclassics Hi Can I ask another question(s). The Decal on my bike "Mini Enduro" is missing probably wore off. Is that something you require to get made up or can buy? Also, the gas tank was resprayed several years ago and had a white trim around it. Is that something that is a decal or requires respray/repaint? And my next question. My Seat used to have the "Yamaha" Logo on the rear but that was reupholstered several years ago also. Is the material with the logo something you can buy or do I need to buy a new saddle with the logo. Where can one get it. Our bike never had an Odemeter and I am unsure if it ever came with it? I was aged 9 or 10 when our Dad brought it home in 1976 from a trade in auto exchange. So for me it is very personal to preserve the memory and try and restore it as best I can. If you have an offline email, I would welcome to communicate via email which makes it easier. If you are open to such questions.Thank you Greg St Leger based in Ireland.

[@cramersclassics]

@@gregstleger492 Hi Greg. You can email me directly at: [e-mail] The decals can be found on EBay. The tank paint was done with the yellow stripe base painted first, then masked off with fine-line tape. Then the mandarin orange paint sprayed over the entire tank. When the tape is pulled the yellow outline appears. Then the tank is clear coated in a two part fuel proof clear. Or you may be able to find a talented Pinstriper to finish your existing tank. Only the 1972 JT-2 had lights and speedo from the factory. Yamaha offered a kit to add lights to to the Jt-1 that the dealer installed, but no speedo. Sometimes you can find the speedo on EBay. Decal: www.ebay.com/itm/300429544682?hash=item45f2ff0cea:g:yT4AAMXQSnVRaZl4&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA0KyH5YwcoaKrnHkra20MUgOYsOm66xdZjalRGYWnPplffHuaS6qhr7vi3adZazlMvZQMRYenpBYVnRnARQE%2BgCHaYbmYQnKUPVsqLqEUeM40hVd3Cx3lHedLrfV0%2BcrLig0LjMF6NhKNblp4LKE3GJZn9%2F6020UAtLP9ePK8R77t0WOiTbQGnJu0MYUC1Ab%2FhCqpod6nfAuoznhbmXJ%2BFQRo%2FAQujLkp9%2B3IuxHEE6xS1shoSSciBQHL5uGGEdrJThKZXA2clIXlJz56Mqi3xPo%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_j26ISqYg Speedo: www.ebay.com/itm/334420975092?hash=item4ddd0b1df4:g:SREAAOSwAqRiXrdA&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA0GOARXt%2FatYCSjVBvqTtiTkjNQlhw6HhAs8gt%2FeOBHvTrqNUWlo9Bsb9YlDHu8mXZAqvktvGEemmMOHlNXRLKSjCwsBjdFauY%2B9AEqtU5cpDcTobjFye14hJbtJHLAb0HINwfm3pDHp82DVNy3VxghV35pprT%2BOUGsvwNXxAO9edtQDO4XZRNLf%2BX4FgM2neTKAdvEtldnwClSt%2FylNQbWMhGIhKGleHYVUAKXdkGA%2B7EIsOLoyzSFW5eT7EHuUws%2F7qfg2GWXPv0P%2BIFUvsZz4%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR7CE8oSqYg

[@gregstleger492]

@@cramersclassics thanks i sent u an email earlier.

[@tommybush7062]

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