I Bought This $2500 Dirt Bike For $1000

[@scottbehl216]

Another nice easy fix. But I think I'd change that boot soon for how cheap they are !

[@johnhicks9529]

Yep that was my next thought. The new floats could be leaking.& holdung fluid inside of them.

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

Sounds good but a bit of a high idle, easy fix.

[@zerobudget2649]

I wish I could buy and build bikes everyday you have my dream job

[@christopherknutson3296]

Why does the gas looked unmixed if it’s a 2 stroke

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Is that fuel mixed?

[@markkispeter]

Nah bro, don't say "It's basically brand new" when it doesn't run, nor the suspension is done by someone.

[@aydengonzalez1753]

Idle is really high

[@Aim_RC]

I’m surprised you can post every other day, its crazy! The amount of machines you get to fix everyday is crazy!

[@theboogieman401]

Where he lives literally every machine made lol Wisconsin has everything !!!!

[@Aim_RC]

@@theboogieman401 I know, love the rails there, riding them is so much fun in the summer, than snowmobiling in the winter.

[@reggiexp69]

@@theboogieman401 for real he has so many deals there some cheap some not cheap for me as someone in france, but still right now its 1 good deal on a quad a month and still its hard... used to be more but now its slow

[@theboogieman401]

@@Aim_RC I'm from Rhode island . small state but we have big ride outs every year in the summer .groms dirtbikes 4 wheelers scooters big bikes etc such a blast on my kx85

[@johnscovel3170]

Still has a air leak

[@benschlack5814]

I don't believe it but I have to because he's filming himself epoxying an intake boot. # minty repairs

[@jensduhem8904]

This guy is no pro that’s for sure.

[@sagebrushhillbilly4655]

Dude... you SCORED with this bike! That thing runs like a dream! Nice work! I'd buy that from you in a second!

[@MikeyB90]

Dont get it...if u have a 125cc 2takt bike and a rubber is fckd....buy a new one instead of using tape... If u dont want to spend money...dont buy a bike

[@allroundadventures1318]

Hey@2vintage that reed block is an after market performance part the sticker you noted wasn’t just for the reeds i think its a boyseen rad valve of powercore or something like that notice its not a rubber intake and there is no restrictor on reed block she has a fair amount of aftermarket bits good score👍

[@tpghl5225]

it is a boysen rad valve

[@smokeyou812]

Absolutely love the graphics and color scheme! Couple other things...that's not a crappy Amazon plug. Those E3s are like a $13 plug and I would bet money it was the clogged pilot. Either way, great find! I would consider keeping this one.

[@jeremyclose705]

Those e3 are actually not good for performance applications because of the big "ground strap" it retains so much heat and causes detonation.

[@flhusa1]

@@jeremyclose705 run E3 in my 87 camray one in lawnmower that refuses to start when really hot weather comes. Another tip for the KZbin certified mechanics . Find the non resistor spark plug and run those in small engines . resistor types cause the electronic ignition modules to go bad .

[@rt2255]

Ngk or denso platinum only in 2 stroke bikes. 49 yrs old riding since i was 6 lits of 2 stroked over the yrs, found no others that work as well and hardly ever foul.

[@kleksriders1772]

The clutch is slipping but for 1000$ it's still a good deal. Probably just a case of adjusting the clutch.

[@deskonosido1026]

Easy fix just replace clutch plates and inspect the basket before putting new ones in

[@j-beatsimaginationstudio1987]

A 125 WORTH $2500, WHATs THIS WORLD COME TO LOL It wont be worth that until you fix it up my friend hehe, maybe more?

[@robspear03]

Highly doubtful

[@knunn5171]

That was a 600 dollar bike 8 yrs ago if it ran good

[@inkman996]

@@knunn5171 Thse era RM's sell for $1500 to $2500 all day long today, and the condition his is in with new parts on it, it is easily worth $2500. I would pay it in a heart beat.

[@knunn5171]

@@inkman996 They might today but around 10 yrs ago I bought a 96 that bogged down low for 300. Bought a 98 rm250 with nothing wrong for 900 about that same time. And a 01 kx125 with nothing wrong for 500. Sold the Kx for 800 but I did just buy the same bike a couple months ago for 500 with the top end blew. I would think the kx of that era would be worth more than the rm considering Stewart was dominating 125 class at that time on one. Not sure how much I want to ask for the bike now that it’s fixed and in superb condition.

[@Ninjabob03]

These dudes on fb marketplace be trying to sell a 50cc for 1500💀

[@thevoxofreason8468]

I owned a 95' RM25O way back when it was only a couple years old. Of the dozen or so mx bikes I've personally owned and spent some significant time on, the 95 RM250 was the strongest running. It was extremely quick... and it handled like an overloaded fuel tanker with flat tires. Really, it was incredibly vague in it's handling. I always wondered if the 125 version was like that or if it was any better.

[@richie8214]

I've got a rm 250 95 model it's on my picture. I had the 125 94 model before that mate

[@garymallard4699]

You can raise your forks to turn better... lower makes it handle at higher speeds better...higher helps turning and so on....set your sag properly.... there are lots of ways to improve handling if you understand how to set a bike up... yeah some are better or worse...but every bike can be Tuned...

[@thevoxofreason8468]

@@garymallard4699 I tried a bunch with that machine. I've had many others that were easily set up and felt great...some not so great. With that RM in particular, it always seemed like the motor was too much for it and the chassis was too flexible.

[@garymallard4699]

@@thevoxofreason8468 ok ...i raced 15 years on 2 Strokes..Suzuki's were usually Great Handlers.... you changed Oil in Suspensions? made sure your rear wheel was forward? that tightens up handling...depends where you ride too....ok man...i believe you..lol

[@thevoxofreason8468]

@@garymallard4699 Yeah, I've had other Suzuki's and loved every single one. I might even say I'm a "Suzuki guy". Been riding them on track and trail since the early 90's... and I still do. This darn 95 was just never right. Maybe I had a lemon, but it felt like a flexi-flyer. Never felt confident on that machine. So I got the next model when they went back to the conventional forks in 96 and I LOVED that one.

[@danny8633]

I sold my 99 yz 125 for 1260$ last week, lost compression, I’m sure only needed a new piston…. God I was so heartbroken wen I seen her up for sale for 2500$ the other day 😟😟😕

[@derekgardin1512]

A top end kit is like 150 bucks and under 2 hours labor, taking your sweet time. Easy money.

[@garymallard4699]

I wouldn't trust the Premix... i prefer to dump any fuel and Premix it myself to be Safe.... who knows how it was mixed ( what oil used ? ) or how old it is or anything ( water , dirt etc...) not worth the Risk ...

[@derekgardin1512]

I never use anyone else's mix. I prefer my own fuel and oil so I know for sure it's good.

[@That__mxc550]

You should rqce the rm125 against the cr125 we gotta see that

[@inkman996]

the CR was always 10 to 15 faster than most of its competition including the RM

[@ComputerCapone]

Why wouldnt you spend a few dollars for a new boot? This is why you shouldnt have a YT channel. Giving out terrible knowledge. Now a younger person is going to learn how to fuck thier bike up.

[@stephenmacdonald912]

Its nice to get deals on these. Ive only been burnt ive never gotten a decent price buying one of these. The engine either blows after paying 2500 or so to buy it. Or somthing else goes wrong. Usually pay around 2500 and have to put 1000 into it to get it reliable enough to ride

[@mxfam6700]

4 stroke Lawn mower plug is no good for high performance 2 stroke engines

[@1damghost]

it would be even quicker but that clutch is definitely slipping you can tell when you change gears the note of the engine should drop then pick up again but this bike is just screaming the samehigh pitch with every shift. thats theway i have always been told how to tell. but still a great score. biked in grest condition for 27 years old.

[@dublinbikereire]

Nice bike sounds like the clutch is slipping a bit in the higher gears

[@deanburdick1474]

I'll bet his clutch cable is still too tight.

[@badlyniceness2315]

I have absolute faith in your skill….the sane and logical approach you have is something I have never mastered..steady hands and mind…keep on doing exactly as you are..thanks for this..an old Biker!

[@badlyniceness2315]

Stop riding in sneakers..please..

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

Suzuki's we're notorious for having crappy clutches, looks like that has a billet basket and new fibers. I always ran a slightly thinner oil and changed it more frequently to keep the plates from sticking. Someone really loved that bike it has tons of new parts.

[@1991enduro]

And chocolate gearboxes

[@Midwestmadnes]

Was my bike was sad to see it go

[@nicholashyatt3090]

That gas sure was awful yellow for 2 stroke

[@rapscallion3421]

What color should it be? Lol 😂

[@clayton5229]

@@rapscallion3421clear ish if non ethanol but I agree

[@Bobcat325]

Sounds like clutch slippin at end of video

[@DirtDragger36]

Sounds so off with no rpm change when shifting 😂😂

[@maryolee8303]

You are a stud. Another nice fix. That guy you bought it from is probably kicking himself in the nuts for letting it go so cheap

[@ttvZachpope7]

This was amazing. Right up until you sprayed brake cleaner on a already ruined rubber seal

[@toddanderson7942]

Nice job! You went right to the obvious and didn’t drag out the trouble shooting. Made for an enjoyable watch. Thanks!

[@brianzaborowski2724]

There's no repairing a bad boot like that, just replace it! Those fancy spark plugs with the funky electrodes are garbage too, just use a standard plug and chuck that in the trash!.

[@gtisid]

its very easy to get frustrated with bikes to the point where you just want it gone, That was an easy fix though seller must be dissapearing into the hedge like homer simpson giffy

[@TheBobbyBassett]

Nice find and bike.... please just adjust the clutch down by the perch, that clutch is slipping like crazy...

[@IlBlackoutlI]

Sounds like the clutch is slipping though, cuz u shift gears but there is not the slightest drop in rpm's

[@Blacksheeprc2024]

Beautiful bike i need a score like that lol

[@jonwoodworker]

Very refreshing to see a young person have the ability to work with his hands and know how to use tools. The previous owners inability saved you a ton of money. Please update how much you sell it for.

[@azbeskrubej3015]

could you sell it for parts? i need the forks ,exhaust and poverwalves?

[@felixcat9318]

As a former motorcycle mechanic and workshop owner I enjoyed your analytical flow. Likewise, I enjoyed your excellent narration and clear videography, and your video benefitted from not having the narration competing with a noisy soundtrack! Interesting, informative and very instructional for your viewers, your video acted as a fault diagnostic pathway which will encourage viewers to do diagnostics for themselves in a logical manner. I'm very pleased to have found your channel and to have subscribed.

[@rposton919]

I did race prep for a factory sponsored woods rider. He wouldn't touch anything of mine. Peace.

[@MM-ig1iv]

That's right.. and most of all he just simply enjoys what he's doing.. he loves it, you can tell. He even enjoys the pain in the butt parts.. lol. That's how you know you truly love something and care about what you do. You accel with ease.. he's got me wanting to buy a bike this year! Probably try the dual sport thing. I'm 40 and haven't ridden since my teens.. but this will be a lot fun and relearning experience.

[@Davido50]

That's a China plug! It should run if proper size tho. Just won't last long. Lol

[@kurtyoung6769]

Runs good but the clutch slips bad.

[@micflynn1]

The biggest things you need to do when you're working on these projects is get the proper plugs form because those E3 plugs are shit and a lot of stuff isn't made to work off of them they require a higher output to make spark to actually ignite the fuel it might spark when it's on the head like that but when it's under compression it makes a big difference moral of the story is use whatever the bike or four wheeler calls for a good NGK.

[@williambaker1753]

You can't beat a NGK plug it's the only plugs I run in my bikes and it has got to be the right plug for the motor. When I was younger I put the wrong size plug in my gocart and the piston hit the plug I got lucky the piston closed the gap on the plug and didn't start

[@techs1smh13]

@@williambaker1753 automatic plug gapper.

[@hangmantim]

E3 Sparkplugs are not crappy Amazon plugs might not be right for the bike but not bad plugs

[@rapscallion3421]

🤣😂yea they are absolute 💩

[@taquariussanders4928]

Hey I have a 400ex need to be fixed u seem like the only guy

[@2vintage]

What's wrong with it?

[@taquariussanders4928]

I had got a big bor and rebuilt the motor I think the wires not getting put on right idk

[@JohnWick-hx7bc]

So funny poor guy sold it for 1000 when all he needed was a tube of epoxy

[@hoonigan2004]

Sounds like clutch is slipping, hard to tell on video tho

[@benny8300]

Just buy a new rubber seal don’t do a half ass fix do it right .

[@johnmcclane9037]

That's what's it worth $1000. I'm sick of looking for used bikes and they're WAY over priced. 15, 20 and 30 year old bikes are not GOLD. I browse a lot of sites and see a lot of over priced bikes that never sell. I'll just buy NEW, thank you very much!

[@rapscallion3421]

So what was the point of your whinny rant if you are going to buy brand new? A bike is worth what someone will pay, you don't set prices on used bikes big guy. You literally crying over used bikes cause they're "overpriced" makes you look so broke 🤣

[@robspear03]

@@rapscallion3421 Supply and demand. The supply has never gone down, but I think Gen Z, like yourself, don't understand the concept of depreciation and overinflation. Rare. Mint. Pristine. Buzzwords overused on the cesspools that are Marketplace and Craigslist. Once a kid, like Joe, sees this and assumes he's getting a good deal by "lowballing", it becomes gospel. Here's the truth, as bitter as it may be: This particular RM125 is a sub $1000 bike, at best, that he got for $1000 that a guy very nearly suckered someone into paying $2500 for. It's not whiny (correct spelling, btw. Whinny is the sound a horse makes. Stay in school.) to vent the frustration caused by the overeager. It's not so much that people are too broke to buy these overpriced, used basket cases...it's that it's hard to compete with kids all too ready to spend more than mean value.

[@johnmcclane9037]

@@rapscallion3421 Your the reason why people overprice there bikes, your to ignorant to its real value. I only look for used equipment to teach my son how to fix them/repair. I bet you bought a used car or bike during this inflation crisis thought you had the best deal.

[@edwardbailey6259]

Dude in ny that's a 4k bike 😂😂 people be wildin up here

[@user-jk2lu1ib1q]

Knowledge is power and you have the power my friend

[@cheto2952]

Dude stop your video go to the dealer and get a new one. Instead of putting apoxy on it. Do things right for once

[@robgto7051]

he never has done anything right just full blown hack

[@cheto2952]

@@robgto7051 I know, he does good work but he's a hack. Buys cheap Chinese parts buys garbage off ebay or as you puts apoxy on rubbers parts. But the biggest thing he does is all the time. He keeps saying it is Impossible to get parts for a few of his bikes. I sent him links websites and given him phone numbers to call my friends to get parts for his old kx and cr125's. He used to buy and flip but it you look in his garage he still has a lot of bikes from past videos. I'm thinking people are not buying his bikes as often now since the Covid virus has slowed down and dealer's have bikes now. He raffled a CR80 off last year and the kid who won was selling it within a week on Facebook market place. I told him I seen the bike built buy him on his YT channel. I offered him a price for it I'm thinking he was wanting 2500 for it I offered him 700 his words was come get this Hunk of shit out of my garage.i hit him up the next day telling him I'm on the way to get it and he said he started it after an oil change blew out through cracked case it had and caught fire he sent me a picture I'll have to send it you.

[@cooperdonner4520]

Nice bike. Sunny outside where your at proving summer is finally breaking through.

[@2vintage]

Yes finally!

[@leftfordeadgarage4198]

Maybe the oil he used wasn't for wet clutch?

[@joshuagraham6644]

Bro never rev a 2 smoke like that cold . They could size up

[@jamesamalfi9303]

I am willing to bet that he put too many clutch disc's in there check the installed clutch thickness to see if there is just not enough throw on the throwout lever to disengage the clutch because it should spin way more freely than that, or he put the wrong kind of oil , as in car motor oil not motorcycle oil!

[@Davido50]

1994-1996 RM125s were excellent! This may be a keeper. Def worth investing $ to make it correct.

[@SoilderOfGod317]

Idk about it being worth 2500. Maybe in the crazy market we have now but still a nice bike!

[@KentRoads]

So you're literally saying it's worth $2,500 now

[@mmaaddict78]

That thing would fetch about $3,200 right now where I live.

[@coloradodirtbike5930]

@@mmaaddict78 i got my 06 rm250 in excellent shape for $2,300 and in my area and within a few hundred miles they are all 4-6k

[@williamevans6468]

Can't find a 2-stroke for under 4k where I live. Atleast not one that needs another 2k plus put into it that is.

[@aydengonzalez1753]

You should pull the air filter and look behind that air filter

[@martinkupka3575]

Nice bike and nice video. But what is about the bike which can be seen left side on the screen when you pushed the Suzuki in? Any video planned about that?

[@2vintage]

Yes coming soon! Just finishing it up.

[@mxfam6700]

These bikes aren't worth that much maybe if it had low hours and was still full oem for like 2000 but that bike is pretty much worth what you paid lol

[@OG_aaronlee]

i have no idea where these guys get these prices from, dude got ripped for 1k

[@rulerjv2306]

@@OG_aaronlee guess you haven’t been on the market to see just about any and everything is going up in price lol

[@kronikphase]

id pay one grand for this and think its a steal

[@j.young_rass8198]

Tell me you don't know ur bike without telling me u don't know ur bike

[@michaelcalderon4401]

I bought a 1996 YZ250 for $800 but its seized. Still think $800bis good its complete

[@backwoodzbum]

Thats a $400 bike you wasted $1000 on..

[@robertdavis4184]

there's is nothing like the sound of a 2 stroke.

[@dillinger1711]

I think the last plate you take out is metal. It should be friction. Its hunting season?

[@mikespain8655]

I changed the oil and now it doesn't run. Never mind the clogged carburetor jet, pooched carburetor air intake boot, and the old gas.

[@BOXING-q2u]

The guy who sold that for 1k wounded

[@davesplace1307]

Need to order yourself that intake boot and a new front tire. We would love to see you ripping this out on the trails! Full send video coming soon???? I freaking hope so

[@robgto7051]

lol

[@GradenGmoney44]

I really do wish he kept his machines after he fixes them. Usually he doesent but i know one of them was a cr250 from his early videos like 4 years ago. Anyways that thing ripped

[@andrewgee241]

The people selling these old bikes always claim it was running up until recently. Oh really, then why didn't you just make the easy fix before selling it. The seller in this video said it was running fine until he changed the oil! And then he immediately decided to sell. Not likely

[@sarahdell4042]

What a score. The previous owner definitely gave this video a thumbs down 😂

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

You got about a 1% chance of that boot working. Never much luck with epoxy on rubber, those boots aren't expensive. I would try that and the. Set the carb adjustments to correct input.

[@demonic_sky8635]

What u got that for 1,000 thats a huge steal

[@djmjr77]

Changed too many things at once to narrow down. I would bet it had more to do with the clogged pilot jet in the carb. Even with the air leak, if there was spark, gas and compression, it should have at least coughed when you first kicked it. Nice find and save!! Def a nice bike!!!

[@benschlack5814]

180 is the proper main jet size for that bike so with the 150 and that air leak it's Destin to blow hence why it's so "peppy" I believe is how you explained it

[@owensbama1923]

Another one destined to blow lol and it sounded like shit to me.

[@benschlack5814]

@@owensbama1923 I agree

[@shadowsfad3d]

Do you wake up negative or what? How many comments do you make hating just in this one vid let alone all his vids. I think you have a hard on for dude lmfao smh

[@benschlack5814]

@@shadowsfad3d nope I just dislike people making instructional videos doing things improperly then calling it minty and further more if some young kid watches this and does the same thing and blows up his bike how positive is that?? All he is doing is hacking and Facebook flipping

[@benschlack5814]

@@shadowsfad3d I wish he would do a better job then I'd give him credit

[@Stinklebottem]

I just found out I own this thing

[@jmudd5449]

E3 plugs suck.

[@markhensley9378]

You're a busy man! Great job on this one. She's really running good 👍. Thanks again for your time and videos. Have yourself a great weekend.

[@joeypooschke7914]

That was a score, I bet that Dude was like all shit really that’s all it was dam, good job. That’s a keeper for sure. Not many I would keep but I’d definitely be keeping that one and putting It away.

[@VONTA_305]

Man I wish I had your luck with these gems

[@LRP-e1m]

Good ole Wisconsin

[@VONTA_305]

@@LRP-e1m I need to relocate then🤣

[@rockyesterline7942]

YOU!!!!!! guys always kick an kick and kick !! my Honda 92 CR500 started 2nd Kick after sitting for 16 years! i put ether in cylinder new plug And boom !!

[@garymallard4699]

If it is Boggy your not running it right.. everyone says " Boggy " .. i raced 15 years on 2 Strokes...we knew how to Jet them and Ride them properly...125's are screamers..you never let the Rev's drop to keep them going.....

[@darreng2639]

Is that gas mixed? It looked bad

[@frankramirez88x]

I recently ran into your channel and I love it man! love the work ethics you have and the patience you got while working on the bikes! Keep it up!

[@СтилянСтойков-з3н]

I dont think that white smoke from behind is very cool :D If it was blue could be ok but that is segment white. Also, the fuel/air mixture for a 50cc or 70cc dirt bike like this should be max 1 and a quarter turns not more. 3.5 is way too much my transalp 600cc is on 2.25 what about the 50cc :D

[@tomnekuda3818]

You got a hell of a deal. I'd bet that he put the clutch plates(fibers) in dry rather than pre-soaking them in oil and adding oil stuck them. Hate to see a man ride with bare legs, no boots, no protection......haven't you ever gone down hard? Damn, you made me nervous.....I know, I know, I'm not your momma but still.........

[@peterfranks7619]

So I did subscribe.

[@rickyparrish2570]

jeez dude, do not run it at 40:1. it's a small bore 2 stroke. 32:1 is fine. moreover, 40:1 will actually make the bike run ritcher because you are introducing more fuel. It's one thing to be wrong about something, it's another thing to be so confident in how wrong you are.

[@paulpaulsen7309]

... epoxy ? Dude, Do you not have any SikaFlex or comparable rubber adhesive? That would even be a permanent repair...

[@ttatvoffroad2632]

That's a keeper man. Sheesh, you had a lot of fun on that.

[@northofhwy8180]

Nice easy fix

[@MultiRmetal]

Idle was so high to accommodate the air leak. .. How long did it take him to do that oil change? Clutch plates sized together from being dry... Other popular way to fix is high rev and drop in gear usually makes them un stick.

[@checkforfleas9452]

There is a scammer or poser that just replies to a comment. Already looked at the number on telegram 😂. Definitely not your number. It's a Cali number 😂 I think I reported it right

[@Vazerin]

I wish things were that cheap, but I'm from Michigan, they would sell that bike for 3500 here

[@trose7620]

Fuel mix looks jenky, lot of smoke. New clutches need proper oil soaking before installing, or they will hang up.

[@paull.9563]

Bro if you want to do something great for your channel sell him back his bike for 1000+ your labor and gas. With all the evil that’s happening in our world today do something good for somebody else and you will get blessed for it guaranteed love your channel bro

[@Mizman76]

Do you even try to get the epoxy BETWEEN the crack in the boot? I use contact adhesive to join both sides of crack together and THEN coat with epoxy. Double seal is better than possibly none.

[@vintagemxer9165]

Seems it's often a carb issue/clogged pilot or cracked boot when all else fails. Great bike and great price. Previous owner will kick himself.

[@jeremymullen5378]

🔥very nice bike for 1000$, Gona be a fun bike to ride 🔥👊🔥🏍🏍🏍is it me or does it sound like clutch slipping?

[@robspear03]

Overpriced...

[@TheTopGSpotLive]

nice work man.... bikes only got 5 gears tho buddy... 1 down 4 up... you shifted like 7 times the first take off on the road lmao

[@103underwood]

finally you got a nice bike, but change that boot, clutch, and mix it 32:1. clutch is slipping when you were riding it at the end. good content but your lacking in the mechanic end. dont ruin the bike like youve done with the others. if you lean out the oil/fuel mix youll need to rejet which we all know you cant do (ive watched your vids on and off for about 3 years). epoxy is a hack job fix but will get you through till you get the right parts. been waiting to see you turn your vids around and id say this is the perfect bike to start it on but then again old habits never die