I Bought a $500 Facebook Marketplace Motorcycle Will It Start ?

[@peterh4761]

Beautiful bikes these...so over engineered, rugged and unique. I love mine. Dont crapea racer it though. They are such a good ride stock

[@Bluoranges]

CX500, my first big bike, electric blue (fastest colour obviously). Paid £600 for it in 1983, it was in a mess but fully restored it, even fully re-laquered, it looked and rode amazingly. Gutted when I sold it for for a pig in a poke GPZ650, biggest mistake ever. I often see couriers still running the CX, all beat up, filthy but running strong. Biggest weakness was the cam chain tensioner, other than that solid. Might just start looking for another now.

[@bobwollard9105]

I've got a 1980 CX-500 sitting in my garage. I'm the original owner but will never sell her. She's totally intact and shines like a new penny. The only mod I made was the addition of a windjammer fairing that makes it a dream to ride on the highway. Shaft drive, water cooled and she runs as smooth as a sewing machine. This bike is essentially a scaled down Goldwing.

[@rjaquaponics9266]

Money makes any dream rise to the top!

[@buellrod]

I gotta tell you absolutely fantastic bike.Very nice.Looking and even better you want to go see craig , I like that

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching and supporting!

[@MsLoneWolf4]

My first bike I bought in 2015, 2008 buell blast, under 850 miles for $850. As is HD dealer class sale off. Sold with two gears accessible, some basic maintenance and adjustments work got it to four. Rode it that way for a season, after ripped off from another HD dealer, I tore the whole thing apart. To fix the shift drum and forks.

[@richardclark4610]

Hi Jason, retired factory Honda mechanic here! Regarding engine performance, keep in mind that Honda notoriously kept their air intake systems VERY restrictive. If you don't use factory air box, you're going to want to raise the needles a notch or two and use a bit larger main jets. If don't use the factory air box, it'll run but will be really lean with all of the problems that go along with not enough fuel.

[@cammos]

@@richardclark4610 same as all carby bikes u mess with intake or exhaust u have to tune them

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for mentioning that. I believe the old carbs need some love as well. I still can’t believe they’re working. Well kinda working 😂🤣

[@jahatton]

Nice! I had a motorbike for 1 season back in 91 had a 81 Virago 750 but sold it. I now ride a motorized bike and love it!

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

I had an 84 Nighthawk 650SC that I bought from the dealership I worked for. Previous owner stored it and then never came back. Tank and carbs were horrible, but I got everything cleaned and enjoyed it for about 2 years. I love working on those old bikes.

[@boogerwood]

It’s the goofy giddiness that’s fun to watch. Even though I came to your channel because of airplanes, now that I own my own and I’m trying to learn more about maintenance, anything around engines and rebuilding elevates my education. And that’s valuable. Loved this video!

[@toddlackner5418]

Crazy!! I had a 81 in high-school!! It was the Black and red version. Sure with I had the CX500 Turbo, it was a sweet looking bike back in the day, pearl white!

[@Dumbguydiy]

So beautiful. That’s worth some money. Great rebirth!

[@billallen1949]

I bought a new one in 1981, a CX 500D and it was a very reliable good running bike. Little low on hp and really needs a fifth gear for highway much over 60+ mph. High revving and quiet with no chain noise. Sold it two years ago to a young lady from Michigan. Popular to make Cafe Races out of these.

[@Roadglide911]

I had a CX500 in 1983. Ran that bike 700 miles every weekend for over a year and never a problem.

[@foxstrangler]

My neighbour has one of these. Daily driver in the good weather. Did a major frame renovation a few years ago. Getting harder for find the parts now, but still a good classic bike.

[@maab4324]

I used to own CX500. I loved it. It was a great bike. I wore the poor thing out. It's easy to push start. It's easier to do in 2nd gear.

[@dogma-9]

I used to rebuild 80s bikes in college and flip them for extra cash. I enjoyed it. I would recommend it.

[@ATuinhek]

Just chipping in on the supportive comments. I love seeing the airplane videos, but also love this type of content. Keep up the good work!

[@FrancoisDUFAU]

Hey, Jason !! I used to ride a CX500C (for Custom), years ago. It was full stock and gave me thousands of kilometers of fun. Still, I replaced the stock handle bar, because it was too much a wheebarrow driving position, with the handles not enough apart. I chose a Goldwing GL1100 handlebar, with a much more "bullhorn-like" look and a very pleasant driving position. It didnot require any work on the harness, fitted like a charm. Have fun !✌

[@rebuildrescue]

Awesome rescue! Thank you for sharing

[@joeylindblom9421]

WAIT YOU KNOW CRAIG??? THATS AWESOME. I loved craig in bikes and beards.

[@karenelder7444]

My DH loves bikes. This video got him. 😉👍. We both say go back stock. Stock is cool. 👍

[@ItsKibet]

I had the same wheels on my 1982 Honda Nighthawk 650 SC. Must have been a theme with Honda's in the 80's

[@kevinlee8248]

I sold my old CX custom with a UK MOT and running it only had 658,000 mile on the clock this was about 8 years ago I still see it from time to time on the road.

[@stuartmattingly9681]

CX500 was my first bike! Thanks for the walk down memory lane!

[@rebuildrescue]

Awesome! Thank you for being here with us Stuart👍🏻

[@williamralph5442]

vroom vroom, another winner. Thanks Jason

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you William!

[@generedwine6863]

Please return to 100% stock. Someone will be very lucky to buy and own that thing. Wish it were me.

[@YenaS-l7g]

That's a sweet deal and what a nice bike ❤🎉

[@ShawnPossible]

Cool nostalgia bike. My first bike was a 1974 Yamaha 250 Enduro. Can't wait until more parts come in. Thank you guys for making Saturday mornings so fun.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you making us apart of your weekends Shawn!

[@rickscott7350]

Had a 650 Silver Wing. Great bikes, and that twin is a work horse and was easy to do my own maintenance. I loved the shaft drive, it made a smooth ride. I took mine from Brunswick Maine to Jacksonville Florida for Training with the Navy and it was easy to go a lot longer on the road than with my other bikes. Great find, quite the project but well worth it.

[@edwardstephens247]

Good job, Jason!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you Edward!

[@wushock92]

I had a CX500 Deluxe with a Windjammer Vindacator faring on it. Rode it 65 miles one way to college for a couple of years. There were a handful of models of the CX500: Deluxe; Custom (cruiser style); Sliverwing (pseudo touring). Honda Racing even had a flat tracker, turning the motor 90 degrees. Later models were upgraded to 650 cc which suited the bike much better.

[@nathanm3591]

I hope the paint system used on your hanger floor sponsors your channel. The amount of crap i have seen you spill/cover the floor with and how well it has held up is impressive 😂

[@John_Be]

This week on -Rebuild Rescue- "Jason buys Junk off of Facebook Marketplace" We have a box of dirty motorcycle parts!

[@CapnBubbaa]

Put in back to stock and just enjoy it!!! it is a great Bike (pre-computer)

[@hokiedoo]

People can gripe and complain but like it when you step off the norm,you bought a 1977 or 1978 Trans Am the gold one,I'm looking forward to that restoration guy's 😊

[@davidgilpin5200]

Jason, my vote is to restore the front end to stock. Somebody in your extensive friend network probably has some handlebars... That would also solve the front bearing issue and eliminate the twitchy handling. Do a "Derek" tune-up, run some Berryman through those carbs. That CX will be a fun bike to tool around the airport!

[@grizzlyrags62]

In the UK the CX500 was THE indestructible dispatch rider's bike. Millions of parcels, documents, and blood and transplant organs were all delivered on these things by thousands of British dispatch riders, cutting through all weather. I was one of them.... They are affectionately known here as the "Plastic Maggot". Throw all that CX500C silly low rider styling away and fit the CX500B tank and bars to it so it will go actually around corners.

[@patrickbrookings]

Well, that sure was another steal you found yourself there, even if it was several years ago already, nice!!

[@theofficialdiamondlou2418]

I thought the name of the channel was Rebuild Rescue , not Rebuild Rescue airplanes only … You boys do what you do , haters gunna hate ..🔥🇺🇸🫡❤️💎

[@T010180]

The bearded mechanic's bike has the same wheels as I had on my CB750K. Still the most beautiful bike I ever owned. Nowadays I ride the ST1300 Pan European..

[@marklindsey1995]

To save yourself some comment section headache, I would start EVERY video with "We are waiting for parts and inspections for the 401. Expect a quality video soon. Until then, enjoy THIS quality video."

[@ryancappo]

I also wouldn't be surprised if this was just an extra video they had ready to go since they are busy in Wisconsin at Oshkosh.

[@plotholedetective4166]

Guy down the street gave me his Honda elite in exchange for fixing his Honda elite and letting him ride it one ore time. He rides it about once a week now with a huge smile!

[@noelbowerman1562]

Honda does it now ,the CB500.road bike ,has the same motor as the CB500X. I have a CB500X, great bike Definitely put the original front end back on it .

[@raymondwhitehead5819]

Jason put the stock front end on and enjoy that bike the way honda built it

[@billgalloway1799]

It’s a Honda and it’s a CX not a surprise. They are amazing machines. You can throw them around corners as well. Lots of fun.

[@qualitycomputer]

I used to have a cx500 deluxe, very agile bike, motor rotates one direction and trans spins the other direction, it's like riding a gyro

[@chuckdemaree2288]

I bought my wife a 1981 silverwing 500, which was the cx500 dressed out. Then got her a 1983 silverwing 650.

[@aarong6696]

Ooooooh I love this video! It’s something different and it’s always nice todo something like that for a change 💪

[@rebuildrescue]

Awesome to hear ! Thank you for supporting and watching 👍🏻

[@mxyzptlyk]

Wow, five minutes passed here in England faster than it did for that rescue. We owned a 1981 CX500 in the '80s - what a great bike it was.

[@AlistairMcConnaughey]

Good to see that you can rescue more than just planes and boats!

[@nicafyl2]

I had a CX500 with Windjammer faring I bought new for $2800. The only issue I had with it was it didn't want to start in cold weather (I lived in Seattle) unless you started it every day. I had previously owned a CB450 and was sick of vibration at 67 mph. Looked at a BMW which inspired me to look at the CX500 for 1/3 the price. Sold it cheap before moving to Central America 25 years ago.

[@AramcoPhil]

Funny you're restoring one of those, my brother had one as his first bike. He actually wanted to build it into a cafe racer as well, but nothing ever came of it and now it's just standing in our grandparents garage :D In Germany these are known as "Güllepumpe" - Liquid Manure Pumps because back then having liquid cooling seemed superfluous on a bike and a comic strip saw the coolant pump misused for manure pumping ^^

[@timothylong68]

I guess some people think rebuild rescue means only airplanes! I thought the idea behind rebuild rescue was to find something that needs rebuilding and rescuing.

[@ZakChlebowski]

We need to see Jason recreate the scene in Top Gun were Tom Cruise rides his bike beside an f-18 taking off, but instead its the Pheonix

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

Don't hold your breath. The Phoenix will never be finished. This video is just another example of his distractions and milking that plane for all its worth.

[@nibblick29]

​@@FreezyAbitKT7Aoh give it a rest are you a restorer of planes??? Do you know how much time it takes to get parts on back order, have things certified....the channel isnt rebuild 401 only!!!

[@ZakChlebowski]

@@FreezyAbitKT7A Yet you still watch the videos 😂

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

@@ZakChlebowski I scan through. I have about as much interest as Jason does in seeing any project he has started to see them complete.

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

@@nibblick29 Maybe he should focus on one thing instead of posting 3 nonsense and 1 401 video per month .

[@stevelyman8879]

Man, I think I want to find a bike to make it new used! Keep up the great work and don’t let the “Where’s the 401 updates?!” bother you guys… As a pilot, I’m well aware of how long it takes to get parts and A&Ps. Look forward to Saturday mornings with you all!! From Michigan, KOZW.

[@davenrjbreedlove9865]

Can’t wait to see you guys working on the 401 again

[@OldPackMule]

I can hear the lack of an air filter. It will run better with the filter installed. The carbs aren't that hard to overhaul. Done many like them. You're lucky it's an '81. Post cam chain tensioner recall.

[@MrPalmguy]

Wowww, how cool is that for starting right up? Very cool bike and you lucked out big time!! What a joy this was to watch. Be safe always from the Philippines.

[@balancedstone]

Another great deal, it looks pretty cool with those forks on it.

[@kennethpalmer1909]

Well I guess I have to pull my 86 Honda Rebel out of storage and start riding it again.

[@howardharter4942]

I had one of those same color too but mine was an 82

[@grandmackdady]

i had a 82 honda cm 250 custom that had the same colors and i would drive it from bath NY to jamestown PA almost every weekend

[@walterweigert9840]

Hi Jason, greetings from Argentina. Your channel is called "Rebuild Rescue", so IDK why other viewers are disapointed when you don´t "rescue" airplanes; after all you didn´t start this channel by doing them. Obviously when Sam (RIP) gave you the 401 and you started working at her, your subscribers raised a lot. Whoever putting your hands on planes without being a certified A&P is a risky challenge. You always depend on third qualified persons to inspect your work as well as materials and procedures; no wonder having and mantainning an airplane (even small ones) is so expensive. On the other hand, watching your videos with a open mind will give me (us?) some new knowledge; I can always learn something new, so thanks for that. Besides, it´s a nice way to enjoy your Saturday morning cup of coffee (or tea if you are at the other side of the pond). Keep it coming, Jason, no matter what... you can never satisfy everyone. See you next week. Cheers from NE Patagonia, Argentina.

[@rca-in-glasgow6781]

Variety is the spice of life. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@macedindu829]

I had no idea you knew the bearded mechanic. I've actually watched a handful of his videos. BTW, I didn't know that guy was giant.

[@saucerjock]

It's fuel spark and compression all at the same time. As for that honda, could you trade it for something? Stock and maybe some improvements. The down side? Liquid cooled, V-twin, shaft. Honda should have paid people to try it out for them. Maybe in Canada? Hey, get a 500 four stroke dirt bike. Yes.

[@ErikBrabander]

It’s a Honda. You would have to really neglect everything for it not to start. Great build I will be watching

[@alrad5686]

Thats a clean older bike. I'd put the stock forks back on it, making it original. Could either keep it and have a cheap ride, or flip it for a nice profit.

[@SteveLowe65]

I had the same bike, same color and everything! Always thought they were unique and nice riding bikes.

[@decolvin1]

Also parts are almost always accessible from somene on the forum.

[@charlessingleman3725]

Love that bike. Awesome find and getting it roadworthy.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching and supporting Charles👍🏻

[@MH55YT]

The great thing about this video was the FF button. I fast-forwarded through the entire video in less than a minute, and by the end, I didn't miss a thing. Is the 401 history?

[@jimmclaughlin9362]

If not now, it may be before long. It will end up like the one he bought in Europe that he got for parts to fix this one. He has already pointed out that he will have way more money in it when it is done, than he can buy a flyable one for, so what is the incentive to get it finished when it is obvious it is a not a good financial investment? In the mean time, it is good for KZbin content.

[@MH55YT]

@@jimmclaughlin9362 I'm an old used car dealer. Used cars are the same way. Buy the best one available, because if you try to fix it up, it's money lost. Classic cars are the same. If the classic car had any value, it would have been fixed already.

[@adamleis83]

I'm missing me some free abandoned airplane videos lately but I still appreciate the work you do on other projects. Keep up the good work.

[@rebuildrescue]

While waiting for more work to get done on that project, we appreciate your patience and continued support !

[@sitandfish]

Soon as I saw the bike I tried to guess what you were going to injure next. I have to go with... leg. Stay safe Jason.✌

[@wes_d]

When worlds collide…awesome.

[@vitaliimalyshevjacob]

Nice toy👍 I remembered how I fixed a motorcycle

[@mdw0575]

Cool bike!

[@danimal0921]

Hey guys, I am a former Goldwing owner and was a member of the International Group Goldwing Road Riders Association (GWRRA). To my knowledge the Goldwing never had a kick start either. It was explained to me that the engineers weren't able to adapt a kick start to an engine that had a crankshaft that wasn't transverse. The Goldwing was initially introduced in, if memory serves me correctly, 1976.

[@matshemmingsson2276]

I had a 1000 cc 1976 Goldwing, and that had a removable kickstart. You had this L shaped rod you put in a hole on the back on the engine. It pointed to the side. Very interesting construction. I loved that bike.

[@1300BlueStar]

@@matshemmingsson2276 GL1000 was a killer bike, you had to work at it to kill it. Buddy of mine had the same year, thank you for reminding of the kick start brought back a really good memory of him.

[@danimal0921]

​@matshemmingsson2276 Wow! I guess you actually DO learn something new every day! When I was a teenager, my best friend's parents had a '76 or '77, and even though I memorized just about all of the ins and outs of that bike, that's one thing I missed! I was about as giddy as a school girl when I got the opportunity to pick up an '83 when I was 34 years old (I'm 63 now)! That was the first year that the 'Wing had an overdrive trans and the last year for the 1100. I had a buddy that had an '82 that was nearly identically equipped as my '83. Because of the overdrive I was able to get about 40 - 50 miles more from a tank of gas than he got with his. (#Note: that was on gentle acceleration and cruising on highway road trips.) I sure do miss that bike! I actually shed a tear or 20 when I handed the title to the lucky feller that talked me out of it.

[@doriWyo]

HELMET! Good boy!

[@JohnWilson-ql8ks]

its a good thing that the front brakes work, as you get 70% of your stopping power from them. and I will never own any motorcycle that is not shaft drive...

[@howardharter4942]

They only cost $2,100 back in the day I bought mine brand new

[@glenmcmurtrie5568]

Brings back memorys

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

Great buy!

[@fredflintstone505]

I had one of those years ago

[@rjgillens2637]

just what Jason needs.... another toy!!!!!!!!!!.. party on!!!!!!!!

[@iflick7235]

Where is Sunday's show?

[@csachevauxsansabri2612]

Just give it to Crag to build back up willst you continue doing the up the plain.

[@Meatlove]

You've visited the right guy to consult about (any) motorcycle. But please, don't ever ride with all limbs exposed like that! It doesn't take that much speed to collect some major road rash in a slide!

[@Patshes]

Coooool! Bike: ticked off. ☑️. Done!

[@rustyATV]

You could probably do a whole channel rescuing bikes people thought they were going to make into café racers.

[@olivierlohman]

You have the CX500 C made for the american market ideal for cruising 90 km/h or 55 miles/h the cx 500 from the bearded mechanic is a normal cx500 for the european market with a gearing made for cuising 120 km/h or 75 miles/h there is also a cx 500 silverwing (small goldwing) and a cx 650 silverwing with a bored motor

[@lawrencetaylor5481]

Unlike some other viewers, I appreciate getting videos to keep us entertained while you wait on parts. You know? The things you need to make more airplane content that people don't seem to understand? 😂 Keep up the good work Jason and crew.

[@rebuildrescue]

We appreciate you Lawrence!

[@badejo71]

ha cx 500 got 4 of them here that need to be rescued

[@mattbasford6299]

One if the first ones in. Good morning. I hope yall had a good time at Oshkosh

[@rebuildrescue]

We had an awesome time. Thank you for being here with us 👍🏻

[@BoBB2000]

Hope you make the bike run good and make it stock again. Modified bikes don't always make it better.

[@bstiger6482]

the guy that got the $500 came out ahead

[@2024Trump_fan]

It's a honda, of course it's gonna start

[@WazBourne2Shoot]

I found a cb900 custom that wasn't running and the shop told the guy it would be to much to troubleshoot and fix. I bought it for parts for $400 it jump started rolling off the trailer. Cost me $40 to replace the starter clutch.

[@charliejay2021]

Thanks for the content! Just curious, what's going on with the phenix?

[@rebuildrescue]

Hey Charlie! We are still waiting on numerous parts and inspections that will take some time before we have enough to put together a good video for everyone. While waiting on that project we have decided to turn our attention to some of our other projects we haven’t had time to work on. We appreciate your patience and hope you’re all excited for what the future holds for Rebuild Rescue!

[@leedavis4198]

OK, I've been very patient, but I would like to hear something about the 401. I'm an aerospace engineer, which is why I liked your videos. Please, please give us an update on the 401 and your other aircraft or what the heck is going on!! 😊

[@WildWabbit3122]

Jason commented here that they are waiting on things to get done for the 401 so they have to work on other projects while they wait. For example, a few weeks ago, they sent out the cockpit instrument panel to be worked on.