$200 Kawasaki Dirt Bike - Re-Wire For Road Use

[@Chalz108]

18 to 20 minute videos are my favorite honestly. I prefer them over 8 or 10 minute videos

[@562sb]

chalz108 yes!

[@jenniesgarage]

Thanks for the feedback. Glad you enjoy the videos.

[@Calvin6921]

Yes, I agree a 10 minute video is just a tease when it comes to this type of content. 20 min should be the goal, 30 minutes the "too long" mark and 18 the "too short" mark.

[@562sb]

Calvin R 30 is also good to me. Longer the better

[@mingyang837]

I am not come from an English speaking country. I like the way you speak, very clearly.I can learn English and fix things too.Thanks!

[@SuperHurdman]

Ming Your part of us as all the components are from your country Come over and join us!

[@WoodysGamertag]

OMG that ending, I honestly laughed out loud.

[@unicornbro4536]

WoodysGamertag love your vids dude

[@wasabiemans]

Wth your the last guy I'd expect watching this channel lmao

[@MrXSmasher]

wth i was like, why does that logo look familiar. haha nice to see you watch this guy too

[@jenniesgarage]

ha ha I did not expect them to do that!

[@tonyrocks951]

WoodysGamertag weird to see paths cross. Get him on PKA

[@Chalz108]

You're on a roll bud! These last few videos have been on the up and up! I'm excited

[@dbbd9890]

You need a 50c diode on the tail and head light circuit. As you said because it is Ac current flows in both directions through both wires. A diode will prevent it from going through the flasher to the other lights. I don't believe it is a power issue as everything is so bright. I have also had this problem on British cars with a bad ground. Cars with pop up headlights have a habit of winking when turning a corner. One person stated you could put a rectifier and a battery in. I think you could get away with just a rectifier one out of a boat outboard motor would work fine. Or you can make one with four diodes just google diode bridge rectifier. This will essentially make it a dc system.

[@Bricktop1253]

Thank you for not having a stupid intro song/video on your videos. You just jump right into it! Thumbs up...

[@Stuntnsinda80s]

ikr its called raw recording..

[@mikedegraaf22]

Honestly even after more than a year this is one of my favorite videos on motorcycling/repair. it's actually the perfect combination of humor with actual thoughts on how to fix it.

[@notajp]

“Pixies!” An AvE watcher too! First thing is to get a bridge rectum-fryer to get those pixies going one way only (dc). Then run them pixies into a super cap or a small gell battery tucked up under the seat somewhere. That will give you plenty of electrocity to let those blinkers work like they should.

[@mr.waynes7555]

Cameragirl always cracks me up with her remarks.

[@johnbay1234]

Once it’s working and if you sell it that would be like committing a crime. The amount of work both of you have put in it. Makes more than just bike but it is something special, If it was me i would have a hard time selling it even if i had to. Keep up the amazing work you two!

[@cafenightster4548]

I haven't ridden a 2 stroke or dirt bike in years, but i stay for the commentary and knowledge.

[@jenniesgarage]

Thank you!

[@cafenightster4548]

Jennies Garage Nooooooo!!, i appreciate your willingness to upload. I Thank you for that. You two are really great.

[@johnny4498]

I love your Videos. Your videos are so entertaining especially with your wife in the background and with the fun and happyness you both have in all the videos! The technical things are so interesting!

[@joescott690]

Great work guys! I too just tackled wiring myself. Had to find the issue with my trailer wiring. Had power to one side but not the other. Finally figured it out today. The issue was a cut wire on the truck side. Took everything I had too to find this wire. Keep it up! You will figure this out! I have faith in you! Love the videos by the way. (Watched all the way through without skipping ahead!)

[@bumpyfruck]

a diode on the headlight /tail light circuit in the correct direction will stop them from flashing , a battery or capacitor will make the lights brighter at idle

[@rvstudios2743]

Love this build can’t wait to see the final project

[@brandon2076]

Every time a watch another video, i can't help but love you more and more. You NEVER fail to make me laugh my butt off 3 or 4 times a video, and you are inspiring in the way you tackle your projects with some home-spun ingenuity. Don't ever stop doing what you're doing man, dont ever stop being you.

[@washurs2178]

Great vid. Best part was "grommet has now been christened, which was hard to do being he's in water"😂😂😂 Several funny one liners from the ol camera girl. Keep it up guys, love following you

[@ExperimentalFun]

I kind of figured that was going to happen, looks like you need a battery or capacitor. You can use a bridge rectifier to convert the ac to dc power, add a diode, connect to a super cap and that should solve your problems :)

[@s.moorefilms3760]

Experimental Fun what would the super cap be for? I'm not stalikng you by the way.

[@ExperimentalFun]

lol, the super capacitor functions similar to a battery, it will provide extra power so the lights wont blink. he doesn't really need a battery because its not electric start so using a super cap will be smaller and easier.

[@s.moorefilms3760]

Experimental Fun But doesn't it require the same amount of power to charge the capacitor?

[@ExperimentalFun]

It will balance everything out, the capacitor will charge when the blinkers go off and discharge when they blink on.

[@s.moorefilms3760]

Experimental Fun Ok that makes sense now.

[@TourmotoDesign]

07:05 that was the best simple understanding of electricity Ive ever heard! at least you know enough to admit that you dont know it all........

[@fincherelli73]

I've been watching this build from the beginning. you two are a pleasure to watch. I think I've learned more watching this than I do elsewhere by design. thanks for the video keep it up

[@londontrialscat]

You need a capacitor to stop/reduce the flashing/Flickering of the lights.

[@robertcastiglione5995]

I’ve been following this project since day 1 and my god, do I admire your tenacity! I cannot wait to see the finished product

[@bryanpeeters2552]

I really love these videos! Those long videos are so much fun to watch! And i really learn something from this channel. Keep up the good work camera girl and Jacob!

[@jtto6364]

Roflmao, just when you think you got it done. I hate wiring, because wiring is always so much fun. But now you have a Police Kawasaki dual sport bike. Cheers:) :) :)

[@touching_grass]

When everything started flashing I laughed so hard. Good progress!

[@MovedbyTruth]

You guys have a great channel. Very entertaining. Learning a lot as well.

[@benhawke7231]

Remember to keep your total power consumption under 25w. The stator for that bike only has a 25w rating. They do make a aftermarket 50w stator for street legal upgrade kits. You can buy a street legal kit for $210. It'd be a lot easier to do. Oh yeah, when determining your power consumption. Remember to add power consumption values for your coil and, if you have them, your power reeds. You should upgrade to LEDs and maybe a voltage regulator and a small battery/capacitor to keep the lights from flashing during voltage spikes and drains. The kits online has all that in it.

[@aleblanc3547]

Nothing beats a man who is detergent to win. Thanks guys, always fun to watch.

[@IrishKiddEire]

A LeBlanc,, detergent 😂😂😂

[@DunkDrives]

DON'T EAT TIDE PODS!!!!

[@ryanfisher6402]

Detergent

[@jonathanvonpappen7237]

You and your wife are my favorite channel to watch on KZbin👍 Keep it up, you're great

[@johanpretorius4065]

You keep worrying about wiring not being good youtube material, but I loved this video. Thank you!

[@germaned.lealnino631]

Here is an idea. I think that from now on, for every project you start, make a list and ask KZbin for financial support or for parts! I think there is enough of us that enjoy your videos to help support your videos. People like your videos man! We want more! The unfair part is that most of us get your videos for free while you carry all the cost. Cheers think about it

[@vhannroy]

Great vids. I look forward to them every week. Keep up the great work!

[@07zx14White]

Coming together nicely my friend. As others have stated, I can assume that you're stator isn't up to the task of keeping up with the extra amperage/wattage you're asking of it. The the upgraded stator should do it (I'd think at least). There's some loss of efficiency with a flasher as well because it has to heat up a bi-metallic strip of metal that opens the circuit as it heats with current and cools and reconnects. I'm sure you know all this stuff man. Just wanted to add my piece.

[@FilipVanTittelboom]

That two-stroke sound always takes me back to that scene when John Connor was readying up to go to the arcades in Terminator 2

[@TheCrystalGlow]

I’m going to recommend an aluminum plate under the brake light where it’s close to the plastic. It will reflect light better. The lights are HID halogen and get extremely hot. Since your running lights are always on, it should be noted that plastic and sustained heat do not mix.

[@mws3779]

It my birthday and a new KDX video I couldn't ask for anything more...

[@Bonno460xvr]

I’d recommend putting in a Ricks stator and up the capacity of your stator. The stock system is calibrated to use all of the stator output to run the tail light and head light. When adding a extra filament your adding more request for power from the stator. Another option is going LED which uses less power but you have to use a rectifier as the kdx using AC 12v not DC like cars. My kdx I went with AC so no leds and just put ricks stator on. I ran into additional work tho on a side note, when replacing my stator I noticed I had a leaky main/crank seal so it was a big job for me because of unforeseen issues so I split my crank and replaced the seal as well.

[@Bonno460xvr]

Just look up the stock output of the stator. Add up the stock watts of the 40watt(if I remember right) head light and add the tail light. Then figure the addition to a second filament and you mentioned a hi and low beam headlight which adds more power demand. As I was typing you mentioned a horn. That’s more power. Get a higher output stator or rewind yours with thicker electric motor wire. It’s pretty easy

[@Bonno460xvr]

Also your bike from 89-94 vintage it looks. MInes a 1993

[@pyrolisys2934]

My XR650 was only using 4 of the 10 lighting coil posts. I added windings to the the 6 empty coils and now the lights are substantially brighter and have plenty of power.

[@noahguinn8596]

dude , you’re doing an awesome job.

[@DriftDreams281]

All hail grommet, I betta he could fix it.... sigh, my apologies. Awesome video!!

[@jenniesgarage]

Sorry about your affliction. Our symptoms are met with contempt and there is no cure!

[@ADN1996]

Such a down to earth entertaining youtuber. One to the most underated IMO. Still my favorite though!

[@vetrowgaming1447]

I have watched every episode from when u got it till now start to finish no skipping

[@hillbillysceptic1982]

Great soldering job Jennifer, I’m sure you had a good teacher.

[@TheMrfzr600]

You're getting it keep up the good work I'm impressed. Making an Enduro into a roadworthy machine like it.

[@jackelam1342]

May sound silly, but it could possibly be that you’ve earthed you’re indicators (flashers, blinkers, I’m not sure what they’re called I’m from the uk haha), to the frame, which you’re lights will also be earthed to, like you said it’s ac, so it’s very possible you’re earths have become live and this could Be why everything flashes, atleast that was the case on my Derbi senda, hope this helps mate, keep Up all the good work you Two!!

[@sinistermonkay7642]

Jack Elam do you mean grounds (wires going to frame) I never knew uk said earthed, that’s cool 🙂

[@jackelam1342]

Sinister monkay yeah man, ground is called earth in the uk, ground neutral and earth☺️

[@MikeMalkowski]

Don't ground your blinkers to the frame, hook the ground back to the switch maybe. And put the blinker in that lone loop. You have to separate that circuit from the rest of the electric.... Which I don't know that you can actually do in a AC system. You might have to run a rectifier to power the lights with DC.

[@j7639-z4f]

This is a top channel on youtube...how many times I've said this, I don't remember...but man keep it up. Awesome duo. And for the blinker/flasher, unfortunately you will need a battery or a supercapacitor to retain enough energy for the flashers and for lights. That's because all 3 components - high/low beam, flasher/blinkers, *and the relay* - use a lot of power. That's right, the relay itself consumes some good power too. So adding LEDs will not help. It will just blink/flash faster.

[@andrewsehmish3395]

Jennie garage is the best Channel they should have 1m subs

[@juliodc1231]

Awesome job. Your videos have inspired me to get my bike running. Keep up the good work and I know you will figure it out. I love watching you videos ( started watching you husqvarna series because I have an 07 husqvarna smr510) and I think I watch every single video you have made. I love your content and attitude. And there isn't any other KZbin chammel like your. You bring back to life what most people give up on and I love that about you. And you have a really cool collection of bikes now. Can't wait for your next video

[@fillg]

I don't know much about trail bike electrical systems but I'm hoping there's at least one fuse in all that wiring somewhere.

[@species5022]

Everything flashing is usually a grounding problem, might not be the individual lights, but somewhere at the generator. Could also be the fact that you dont have a battery in the system. Im not to sure that leds will solve the problem, because leds will need you to switch out the flasher for an LED one.

[@TUBEYOUTHETUBE]

species5022 an led would instantly get destroyed with ac voltate which is also not regulated

[@species5022]

What i know about leds, is that they dont really mind AC. The only result is that they will only work when they get the right polarity. Meaning they will flash at 50Hz or something

[@Bob_Lob_Law]

I would add a full bridge rectifier and a large filter cap to get a DC output. It would largely reduce the flickering of the lights.

[@danielalvarez959]

Your commentary is the best lol I finally know what it's like to be committed

[@geofham8332]

Hi Camera Girl is a star!! And smart!!!

[@beachthor1]

Had a rough day at work, stoked to come home and watch a new JG vid

[@jenniesgarage]

sorry to hear about that, I hope you like the video

[@cl8ff]

try grounding the metal case of the flasher. i'm leaning against there being inadequate power, all the lights would be dim at the same time. could bypass the flasher and try running all the lights on at once though....

[@ryanbeggs6034]

I like your channel a lot I’ve been watching a lot of your videos recently and you seem like a really cool funny guy who thankfully doesn’t act like he knows everything. keep up the good work hope to learn something from your videos

[@SharkyMoto]

running perfect from what i can tell, i love the sound of a proper tuned 2 stroke

[@Matthewjohnwilson]

I made it to the end :) great video again. I want to eventually get a Kawasaki and I have a feeling these videos will come in handy.

[@jakestech28]

Thanks for the video! Just picked up a Honda XR650R, I will be installing some street stuff to make it better for riding on the street.

[@95berre]

You could put in a rectifier and a battery or maybe a led headlight and taillight, although the led's might still flash a little because of the ac system. i'd stay away from led blinkers because then you need a special relais or a load resistor but with the resistor you're still consuming quite a lot of power. But you're getting there great job!

[@panueldunuel7449]

I could watch these all day ! Absolutely made up i found this channel

[@warninggiraffe0185]

Thanks for the regular uploads! Love ur vids keep it up!

[@Likeabull]

been waiting but so worth the wait

[@MrJonsonville5]

You have your turn signals "grounded" on the same circuit, so everything flashes when they come on

[@Lonwolf4019]

May need a 12 volt battery somewhere on it I laughed out loud when I seen the headlight flashing too haha that is a result of too much current draw from the signals and that flasher relay a battery would help

[@master-of-none325]

Your on a roll man can't wait for this beast to be on the road

[@canadianmade9047]

Ben watching ya sense you got that generator running but forgot to subscribe but I did it today! Its kool to make your show over 20 Minutes!! I am going to call you kale for kawasaki motorbike lol we like yours and camera girl content :)

[@careylalor9902]

Please do a camper trailer update

[@guswurm8958]

I absolutely love your family and videos thanks for the great content

[@sandmanxo]

You can tell he doesn't have much soldering experience, but then again I would have never even gotten to the soldering with all that engine work. If he wasn't against spending around $5 on the bike he can probably use leds in the turn signals and brake light for a lower power draw. I think a led headlight would blow the budget though.

[@volksrod6926]

sandman x I wouldn't solder at all. But led would be the way to go. I'm sure there's cheap led replacement bulbs on eBay.

[@drunksanta1427]

its AC, so you'd need a rectifier, which is expensive i think, but most of all just a hassle

[@sandmanxo]

Rectifiers are simple, just 4 diodes to make one. It's not expensive at all but it is a minor hassle.

[@tobe4u2]

You guys are a lot of fun to watch. Thanks for the humor.

[@edbenson98]

You're street legal Dude! For having no knowledge of electricity you did an outstanding job and sounded like an expert when you started describing how a ground works! #JG

[@MattiasE]

You guys are the best:) So good and fun to watch:)

[@fat_biker]

Good job! I think you need a battery in the circuit to power flashers etc when the generator can’t keep up. Suggest the smallest Li-Ion unit you can find.

[@SCOUSEOFTHEMONTH]

Those bikes are amazing and called kmx in england. ive watched every episode and will continue till you're riding it around

[@cj-de2eb]

“You come out...and I get happier.” Awwwwwwww! On the headlights flashing, could also be due (in part) to having a single wire split 5 ways like that. In other words, all the current for all the lights is run through one small-gauge wire, which may not be able to handle it (voltage drop increases with current, v=ir). Easy enough to calc - add up the power rating of the bulbs, divide by the nominal voltage and that equals your current. Then look up a wire sizing chart for recommended current on that size wire. Or just grab another fatter wire and clip it temporarily in parallel. If the symptoms decrease, current drop is at least part of the problem. Honestly, that was the first thing that came to mind when you said you split one wire five ways..., (Electrical nerd here, glad to help if I can. )

[@cj-de2eb]

Oh and I agree with another comment, at least one fuse is a wonderful idea.

[@careylalor9902]

I truly enjoy this channel. Keep it up jennie! 😆

[@nicholasloncar6592]

This is a great series. I really hope it comes out great.

[@jessicaprussa7778]

Loved the vintage camper episodes. Is that project completed? Would love to see the final project.

[@ronniecurnutt4309]

Love your vlogs dude, love your wife too. Perfect match. I really thought ya had it, till everything flashed . Hey new safety feature . KEEP ON KEEPING ON.

[@jenniesgarage]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@cronos1911]

At least you got the hazard lights working. Looking forward to your next video. :)

[@Alex-xd2mc]

Its so amazing to see you work on this machine. Good luck man👊

[@dmalott0908]

Love the videos! Always glad to see when you post a new one! Even the birds laugh at your jokes. :D

[@Iseekoutthetruth]

amazing how you make everything look so easy, wiring drives me nuts.

[@camarotwofast]

You should either switch the turn signals to LED or put LED bulbs in them and also in the taillight it will cut down on your power consumption

[@Karper-yh3mv]

This is such a fun channel and i also learn a lot from you pls keep going on!!

[@SmOoThYwOoDy]

I had a KDX 400 that was street legal, with headlight ,tail light/brake light from the factory

[@jenniesgarage]

sounds fun! I like the big air cooled 2 strokes

[@LtCatfish]

Jennies Garage can’t you make any bike street legal if requirements are met like turn signals, brake lights, headlights

[@livein3dlw]

Quick tip , given the bike was not intended to have all the extra draw swap as many bulbs as possible to led , also consider relays to save on your switch’s ,

[@40calpunisher]

Would replacing the bulbs with LED's take care of the power draw problem?

[@Steinerrides]

He would have to convert it to DC and that that point he could just use a battery

[@SpaceCruisin187]

It might be your generator, i noticed your beams flicker when you rev. Very nice video, makes me want to start scoping out my spring project. Cheers

[@atranger1944]

I did something like this on a xr600r. You need a regulator/rectifier and a small 12v battery. Baja designs sells kits that you can emulate

[@smokerx893]

is it still a kawasaki? or is it now technically a maytag after suing washing machine parts? o.o

[@MrEhole]

YAY progress! (kinda) Just change the lenses to red and blue and paint the bike black and white. You can escort funeral processions.

[@MegaDirtyberty]

You have a very patient camera girl (wife).

[@derekcorcoran5827]

Haha i love these videos, you guys are great!

[@Guero823]

You two are awesome!!!

[@Tobias906]

Really cool videos! I appreciate them

[@importsandatvs3072]

Love these videos keep em comming!!!!

[@tylersmith2.5]

16:06 im not skipping forward im skipping backwards to what your doing and how you donnit

[@davidriley7659]

I wonder if a bunch of capacitors could be used to deal with the fluctuations. or whether it would just be easier to put a battery in there.

[@SmokiesDen]

David Riley if he added a battery since the generation output is ac would you need to use a diode bridge to rectify it into DC? I wonder what voltage the generator outputs and how you'd keep from overcharging the battery. The caps might be easier but I'm not smart enough to understand how ac works with them since it changes polarity but I'm sure someone around these parts can enlighten me. I know bad pun I'll show myself the door.

[@adamfpv8294]

That’s what I was thinking, noticed the headlights got brighter when engine RPMs increased. Capacitors would smooth it out (and be easy instal) but wouldn’t fix it, batteries on the other hand would fix it, but would be much more complicated expensive and bulky. I would try capacitors (or just a big one) . I don’t know a lot about electronics so it would be nice to hear from someone who does.