Yamaha’s Safest Creation - The TRI-Z 250 Part 1

[@Mysteriousgamer78]

Can we get this guy to at least 200k he deserves it he has came a long way and the videos keep getting better and better you can tell he puts alot of effort in everything definitely top KZbinr I watch now. I looked forward to every vid. keep up the great content

[@MichaelSabo]

This is an awesome compliment man; thank you for saying this, made my night!

[@ClayRepairs]

I saw the white board behind him, and I was like why isn't he at 300k or 1 mil yet?? Vids are soo good 👌

[@MichaelSabo]

@@ClayRepairs thank you man!

[@theamazingkenny]

Agreed!

[@MichaelSabo]

Big thank you to everyone that followed the Blaster series! And thank for taking the time to watch this video. Which color scheme do you guys want to see most on the TRI-Z?

[@BrendanVman]

Keep it as 85.5 special edition

[@jarrodvhcommodore89]

Mate.. Im in Australia. I'm still waiting on a response to get my blaster and I'm a Yamaha guy. I love the blaster content. I think this is a beast and it's different and cool. Good score

[@kawasakikid6205]

Yellow and black

[@Levi-vf1fh]

Yellow and black but customs would be better looking like a red white and blue with gold rims like a 1986 Honda xl 600r

[@michaelboots7690]

Red and White!!

[@mikeetheridge4540]

The yellow was a 1985, the 1985-1/2 was black. The 1986 was white/red and had all the upgrades. I’m excited about this series, I’m restoring a 85 now also. Alot of parts from other Yamahas fit these, and I just bought the BVC Trikes front end kit for mine. BVC says you can run CR85 or CRF150R forks with the kit. The CRF150R would be better because you have to drill the CR85 forks to make the axle fit. Also with their kit, the factory headlight brackets won’t work

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for all this info!

[@alondite215]

My father has an '86 Z that is almost showroom mint to this day. An absolute blast to ride, too. The risk of rollover is just about nil if you actually know what you're doing, and the Z has enough power to slide the rear around without much effort. Small correction: The '86 Zs were only white/red, and the '85 came in both black/red and black/yellow. The '85 also had a 5-speed gearbox. I've always wanted to see a Z restored to look like the modern Yamaha line, both in decals and with the blue/white or blue/black color scheme.

[@richardholland1640]

Oh man, the black and blue modern look would be killer.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for all of this info; the modern color scheme would look trick; maybe white and blue could be good too.

[@jodiekingston2045]

Yes white and blue would be sweet looking!

[@scuzzlebutt1980]

Yes!

[@scuzzlebutt1980]

I can’t wait to see what you come up with Mike. Huge two stroke nerd and love your builds. Thanks for the rad vids bud.

[@daxmorlock7846]

This is going to be one of the most exciting videos yet. We all know you're going to kill it like you do. For those of us old enough to remember these machines in their hay day and the parents said no way those things are dangerous. This brings me back to the good times of childhood.

[@ledthrax]

Great to see that you got a 3 wheeler project! I grew up on Yamaha 200E and it was a blast. Also, big congrats on getting the recognition you deserve from your hard work with you being contacted to do a build for a company. Keep it up man!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the love man!

[@peytonrudolph4958]

I just restored my Yamaha tri z and they are an absolute riot of a machine. I have the black and red color which on some forums people said they are an 85 1/2. That parts machine is going to save you because saying parts are hard to find is an understatement.

[@Kolbyproduced]

dude the white /red, with gold wheels looks so good!

[@stephenforshay9362]

I'm so happy you are doing a Tri-Z. I had one just like this, in the black and red. Mine was bored 20 over stock. Sadly I had to sell it when my wife and I moved. Take a close look at the water pump seal.

[@jdwilson533]

I like the red and white… love the retro builds

[@brandonbaldwin6845]

Looking forward to this! I vote for custom graphics based on the factory graphics. For instance, mimic the TRI-Z logo but inside the Z you could have sponsor logos. Then you could add more detailed shadow and borders to add a subtle modern touch

[@hedbngr18]

I am so excited that there's finally a trike on this channel! I'm a massive Honda guy (I own two 3rd gen ATC250Rs and I am building an 85 ATC500R). But I am stoked to see the Tri-Z being so well represented. Great choice Mike!

[@whiteboy8841]

I think I like the white and red mike! not going to lie!! I had a yz80, white with the red seat loved that combo

[@MichaelSabo]

It's a good looking combo for sure!

[@fglocal5250]

Had a KLT 110 when i was little. Will never forgot those ballon tires and driving in on snow days when school was cancelled.

[@JaredCampbell1]

I grew up with my dad owning a tri-z and one o the old 200 three wheelers from yamaha. Every spring, my dad would be unable to kick start the old tri-z and get it running just like you were in the video. So for 15 minutes, I'd be on the 200 with a pull strap to the headlight gaurd on the tri z pulling my dad down the street as he would have the tri-z in 2nd gear and just letting it spin until it would fire up.. Once it fired up, it would be good to go all season and would fire up within just a couple kicks. Sketchy as hell pulling it around like this, but it works. Try it out! And keep it factory look if your gonna do it!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the story Jared! That's crazy that it required that to start 😂

[@jxntxn1462]

I never even knew Yamaha made a two stroke 250 3-wheeler. We see the Honda's out here all the time on the west coast but this would be a rare find. Love the intro too😄

[@TheMrJibblies]

Damn those sand plastics look cool! Maybe sand + white frame + black wheels and custom graphics :)

[@MichaelSabo]

would be a one-off for sure!

[@vintagetrikesandquads4012]

I have a red/white 86 Z--I vote for that color scheme. The stock suspension on the 86 Z (not the 85) is actually the best of the 250s. I would just rebuild the front and rear first and see how you like it. You might try Race Tech's cartridge emulators for the front forks. Regarding the engine, Klemm still makes a 350 big bore for the Z. You can get that for less than the inverted fork conversion.

[@buddieswithdirtbikes3224]

Been hoping you’d do a 3wheeler project since I’ve been watching the channel! Can’t wait to watch this build man!

[@stacyp4534]

Those were a blast but you could seize that motor in only a few minutes. They didn’t fair well at the dunes by Yuma, Az

[@muddymir3796]

Yessssss!!!! I’ve always wanted you to do a three wheeler!!!!

[@MichaelSabo]

You got your wish!

[@59plexi]

i was 13 in 83....i was around when these were around...they were badass!!!!!

[@MasonDuke99]

I've only rode a Tri-Z one time and it almost killed me. It was super fun to ride

[@MichaelSabo]

Hahaha

[@scuzzlebutt1980]

They are stupid fast lol

[@orlandomarquez340]

Hi there Michael. Some info on YTZ-250's. You most likely have an 85 1/2 year model (don't quote me on this). The 86's are white/red. This is how you check: if you have these, you have an 85: 12" front rim (86 has an 11" rim) 37mm front forks (86 has 39mm forks). 8" rear wheels (86 has 9" rears) These are a given. Also, the Banshee and Blaster use TRI-Z parts, meaning you can use on your TRI-Z, like a Banshee front and rear brake M/C. Blaster thumb throttle. I still have some rare TRI-Z parts. Now that you're doing this, I'm sure the Z experts will chime in. Listen to them and not the rest of the "know it alls". Like all old or vintage machines, these have their own tricks and details. Hit me up if I can help some more. I'm pretty sure that if I have made a mistake on my description above, it'll be corrected. Go at it. Were all watching.

[@vintagetrikesandquads4012]

Excited to see you finally decided to restore a classic 80s 250--I've got lots of them. I restore them too, just not on video. Just be aware when you take off the clutch side cover, there is a bolt hidden under the small cover for the kick shaft. You have to take off the small cover first, undo the bolt, and then you can remove the clutch cover. Don't forget to install it back. Z clutch covers are known to crack without that support and they are getting hard to find.

[@michaelboots7690]

Red and White for sure. I love Yamaha and always thought 3 wheelers were sick 👍 excited for this build!

[@christopheravery5808]

Just a tip, run those 18” tires in dry conditions, run 20” tires if you’re riding in the mud. It will be more stable with the lower profile tires. Sliding the rear end, basically steering with the rear, is how you ride a trike fast. With that said, brand new tires are actually a disadvantage most of the time. Rear tires that are between 50% and 80” life work the best. I usually put new tires in my quads when I need tires for a trike. BVC will be your best friend with the build. There are still parts out there for them, and there is a cult like following for every model of trike, so you CAN find what you need if you know where to look.

[@christopheravery5808]

Oh, and I forgot to mention. The 85 came in yellow/black, 85 1/2 came in black, 86 came in white if I remember right. So I believe they are both 85’s if I’m not mistaken, but I could be wrong.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for all this info man! I did discover these are both 85's you'll see in the next episode! 🤘

[@BGad-mh8lk]

i had an 85. wish i still had it...those things are screamers, you're going to love it...

[@paul340mopar]

This brings back Memories, I had the 85 Black Tri-Z back in the day and loved it, but I couldn't quite keep up with my Buddy's 86 250R. So I went all out with a Kleim Research Big Bore 350 Kit...Sleeved Cylinder, Piston, 40mm Flat Slide Carb, Matched Pipe/Silencer. Had to send them my Cases to be Machined to fit the Sleeved Cylinder, That thing was a BEAST after that...Bye, Bye 250R!. Funny thing, after that my Buddy Blew-up his 250R and I ended up getting it and Rebuilding/Upgrading it and ended up keeping that one because the Hondas Handled better. Good Times!

[@paulbudford]

Really nice of PSN to give you the opportunity to build a cool three wheeler.

[@mikebarriball]

You couldn't pick a better project, I'm a three-wheeler guy. I have been for many years. when I was thirteen I had a 1985 honda 250r I had never rood a tri 250 wicked cool-looking bike. I like the black and red color skim. also, the white fenders look good too. I can't wait to see the next episode and see what you come up with. freeking a mike.

[@JC-DC]

Same here, same age...they were awesome, if you knew how to ride em👍

[@notimegarage8632]

Comedy, knowledge,tips/tricks,deals,top quad challenges an of course turning a basketcase back into a beauty, love the content!

[@MichaelSabo]

I appreciate the love men! Thank you

[@FireGuy-y2d]

So glad you're taking on this project. I've owned the 85.5 Tri Z and currently own a 86 and I do have to say they are one bad unit. Looking forward to watching your build so I can see what I need to do to mine. Take care and be safe!!

[@MW97058]

Seeing you kick the Tri Z over....and over...and over gave me flashbacks of being 14-15 and having a 85.5 Tri Z with fuel issues. I narrowed it down to the diaphram in the compression drive (vacuum?) fuel pump. I will say that the Tri Z taught me more about mechanics than anything I've ever worked on, however I'm not sure that's a good thing when you'd rather be riding instead of wrenching. I'd go for a 250R Honda ATC, more reliable. The fuel tank under the seat on the Tri Z caused more problems than it was worth IMO. Great video!

[@collinsatv4071]

FINALLY! Can't wait for this 3 wheeler build!!! I'd prefer the red/white build like you were thinking with oem decals

[@DirtyBob200X]

I always thought that the red & white color scheme was the best looking of the 3 but after seeing the desert sand color, me personally, I would go with that. I'm the original owner of a '85 ATC 200X and have over the years changed the color scheme to be more "me". Instead of the red, white & blue mine is now red & white with a mix of '85, '86 & '87 graphics.

[@mattleggett5609]

Man im so excited to have the pleasure of watching this build come to life and from what I remember im pretty sure I've never even heard of a tri-z before and grew up riding 2stroke bikes since late 80s so I wanna say these have to be rare but regardless the sec u seen these I feel in love with it they absolutely look badass, can't wait to see it finished!!

[@TraviNomotion]

I think the 86 white red and gold would look great but you could also do a military theme with the sand plastics

[@onion._.z2665]

Always a fan of the tri-Z but the only three wheelers I've owned was a 82 250R with a 200x front end and a really rare MSR 4.5 gallon desert tank, The other was a 85 YTM 225 DR. most fun I've ever had

[@mikebarriball]

I HAD ONE OF THOSE THE SHAFT DRIVE, NOT A BAD TRAIL BIKE.

[@smicky3679]

I suggest blue line graphics for the decals, best of the best

[@larrysupersport]

YES!!! Three Wheeler series!! I'm stoked, I'm an old Three wheeler guy myself. "flat tires and no rear grab bar" next scene Grab Bar?

[@MichaelSabo]

The grab bar is on there but if you pull it, it will rip off; frame is broken lol

[@larrysupersport]

@@MichaelSabo Fair dues, I'm seriously stoked for this series. Oh and Resto Mod please.

[@gratefuldabs9775]

I don’t have any Yamaha 3 wheelers but I have a crap load of Hondas and I can’t get enough of them. Such a blast to ride. I think the white fenders will look best. Don’t throw away the stock parts though. Someone is looking for that stuff and would love to have it. A few tasteful upgrades will make it awesome as far as performance but gotta keep that original look. It’s gonna be badass

[@Stick_talk216]

The upgrades your talking about getting will make a huge difference

[@seabass1665]

Mike, Yamaha actually came out with the black Tri Z in mid 1985 and called it a 1985 and a half.....then came out with the white and red one for 1986. I restored one in 2015 and sold it for far less than I got for my mint 1986 250R. Nobody wanted it, but I'm sure things have changed price wise across the board. I do know that I hated that Tri Z because the front end was so light and handled for crap.....I put a Kenda Bear Claw on the front for some dig...

[@charlestaylor3434]

Love that you're doing a trike Mike!!! Please restore her to her full OEM glory. Can't wait to see the build! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@ryanmckenzie8665]

She looks good. Definitely something to work with. It is an 85.5. The 86 was red and white with 6 speed transmission. The are basically unicorns now. The suspension is a weak spot on these old gals, also the foot pegs usually need attention. If you do the invert kit on the front, have your triples custom built with some tabs to mount the headlight. Otherwise, you will have to build a bracket, or forgo the headlights for a number plate. Good luck and enjoy!

[@patrickdixon7874]

It's such a rare machine that I think in this case keeping it as original as possible is what you should do. I like the red and white paint scheme it looks good.

[@jeranspicer637]

I just recently purchased some ktxpro Plastics for my 400ex and hands down I think they're the best Plastics I've purchased. They're a little on the heavy side but the quality is there.

[@bhoss7133]

i'm getting strong Patrick Warburton vibes from the Big Salesman character. (not a bad thing) Love your vids and work MIke! Keep it up!

[@Codyrosa]

Been off youtube for awhile and see you building a Tri Z now. Got excited knowing this will be done correctly! Can't wait to see this thing come to life 😁

[@Slane583]

Funny enough BVC Racing used to be a local company here in my area. Their original building was about a 30 minute drive from my house. I bought my Fly Racing helmet from them a few years ago when I still wasn't working full time. They started off making custom race quads for customers and then went into making three-wheeler conversion kits for turning modern dirt bikes into modern day three-wheelers. Of course when they went full swing with making the kits they were at a different building by then so I never knew where they moved to. Sadly by the time I rediscovered them I was just being hired on full time at where I'm working now and all of the Covid bs and lock downs were starting to ramp up. Since their biggest customer base for trike kits as well as custom made trikes were coming from Arizona that's where they ended up moving to. Which made me kind of sad really because this area doesn't really have any industry like what they were doing. I was actually hoping to see if they'd do a custom trike out of my YZ 465 but sadly Covid stopped that quick. They pretty much packed up all of their CNC equipment and got the hell out of Dodge but quick. They have a channel here on YT. I haven't seen any of their recent builds lately but their last build that I saw them do was converting a CRF 450R into a trike and then they modified the engine cradle of the frame to hold a CR 500R engine. Which they installed an electric start kit onto so they didn't have to fiddle with kick starting it. Of course I haven't seen the build in a while so I could be wrong with which bike they used. If I had the money for such parts I'd go for their kits first before anyone else's. They've actually thought out how to make a bike into a trike properly without making it look like they just slapped a swing arm and a couple tires on the back like I've seen with other builds. :)

[@BCF423speed]

this will be my favroite build without a doubt i hope he rips on the dunes in a video , love it michael

[@MichaelSabo]

Glad you're excited man, I am too!

[@border411]

Hey man. One trick I learned about my ultrasonic cleaner... Try to use glass containers as the waves can and will be dulled using plastic containers. I have even used unwanted salsa jars and flower vases to hold the cleaning solutions/parts.

[@jdwilson533]

Sabo always brings the 🔥🔥🔥

[@mitchellheath1837]

3 wheelers is where it’s at I love your other quad content but I’m super excited to see this build

[@mikemikemike2884]

Can't wait for more. I have an 85, it runs and moves but still needs work. So pumped to see more!

[@ctait831]

This is the only performance 3 Wheeler that I've never owned or ridden. I'm really looking forward to seeing what you do with it brother!!

[@Frisky_FZR]

Yup the white and red looks really nice 👍🏻

[@a.j.dasilva578]

I definitely go with the BVC triple clamp and inverted shock set up, and for and extended axle I’d get a +4 axle and you can make it a +2 just to have the options on set up for the terrain you will be riding. As for the plastics I like the white.

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

Red and white Resto mod with the bvc front end is a nice touch those air forks are garbage. Make it reliable and "safer" to ride. I can't wait to see what you do with it. Atd-Atc may have an updated rear grab bar and 223 cycles (Curtie Eldridge) will have a carb ready to use if you tell him what your working with, he's the go to guy for carbs. I have 5 ATCs of the Honda variety and use these guys for parts they're really good folks.

[@seezers1296]

HELL YEAH a three wheeler it’s about time you built one. Can’t wait to watch the build. Also like the red/white or the 250r colors

[@commentpulling]

Absolutely excited about this build !! Can’t wait to see it come along. 👍🏻

[@bstokes1971]

This is gonna be a cool build... If you can find a tire for the 12" front wheel keep that size and original forks.. That always made the tri z look bad ass... If you put a 10 on it with the inverted forks it could really change the look of the front end... I always thought the tecate front end looked a little boxy with the 11x10 wheel and the tri z with the 25x12x8 tire keeps the stance looking tough... Keep up the great bids can't wait to see the finished product!! ... I know what ever you do will be spot on!!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Brad; I agree with the 12 inch wheel; I'm going to try to keep that but still upgrade the suspension if I can.

[@bilboswaggens2975]

Excited for this build. My tri z 250 needs some major love. She’s been out back in the snow all winter lmao.

[@Banshee250R]

Finally, good to see you finally doing a trike, I had an 66 red and white many years ago, and not long sold an 85 with an Astro quad kit on it, they do have some issues with thermostats, the clutch cover cracking like that and they fuel pump playing up, you can still buy the pump rebuild kits, a lot of the engine stuff crosses with the 84 YZ250 I believe and rear end is banshee/blaster/warrior, also the side shrouds and airbox cover would probably be the only plastics you can’t buy new

[@brianpriest7000]

Go ham with your custom graphics I can't wait! Man your videos really help me out mostly when I want to put my head through the wall because I realize I'm not the only one that's crazy restoring these old rusty things.

[@MichaelSabo]

Lol, don't put your head through a wall Brian!

[@christopheravery5808]

OH MY GOOOOODDDDD!!!! TRI-Z!!!!!! Bro, ima 3-wheeler JUNKIE!!! I’ve owned an ass ton and ridden even more. I even rode a Cagiva 250 and Tiger 250!!! I have 3 uncles that raced them, plus all their buddies that raced, I grew up around trikes from the day I was brought home from the hospital after birth, like 100% LITERALLY. My dad was picking up an 85 250R from the dealership the day my mom was released to take me home!!

[@MichaelSabo]

Came from the hospital and loved them, then they sent you to the hospital 😂 JK I hope that's never happened. Glad to hear you're stoked man!

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo oh they have absolutely sent me to the hospital a few time, but in the 3-wheeler’s defense I was ABSOLUTELY going places that 4x4 quads have a hard time. I love hill climbing, and the Pocono Mountains up there by you have some treacherous trails if you’re not careful. Other than that I’ve only been hurt one other time flying in wet grass. I got to the end of the property and the back tires were bald. I slid through a ditch and into the side of a jeep Cherokee. That hurt... when I woke up. I face planted with no helmet and was knocked out. Other than losing a few brain cells and learning my lesson about helmets I was good. CT scans showed no damage, just stunned me basically.

[@DP_JR]

Man I’ve been following you since the un-fixable raptor and to see how far your vids have come is crazy man…keep doing your thing bro, top tier content!

[@charliebatchelor211]

Had a 2 of these back in the day! Loved them both. Raced one and trail road the other.

[@marcbrown6391]

Michael, I would try to get a tire for the stock size front rim. The more tire sidewall you have, the more bounce you are going to have in the front end. You want to try and keep that front tire in contact with the ground as much as possible. The only three wheelers I thought were dangerous were the ones with crap suspension and balloon tires. Those things would start bouncing around and get out of control if you were going fast at all. The ones like the Tri Z with better suspension and lower profile tires were much better. I have had a few three wheelers over the years. I would love to own one again one day. I still regret selling my Honda 350x. These are so rare, it deserves the stock look.

[@MichaelSabo]

I agree with you; I also like the stock look. I'm hoping the BVC kit can be ordered to use the OEM rim because there still are 12 inch tires out there, the selection just isn't as big.

[@ginopietropaolo1017]

Can't wait to see the finish project and all the step by step !!

[@evapeters9840]

i have a honda trx250x no title back end ruined and idk if its worth fixing it good would u do it if it was yours Mike?

[@jefferybye2169]

Omg, now this is what im talkn bout, my childhood all over again..thanks Mike this is awesome

[@TheSpoken1]

I get excited when you upload but I’m freaking stoked for this 3 wheeler series!!!!!!!!!

[@tomahawksteak6672]

I bought one many years ago . It was in a guys basement. Engine came in 3 milk crates. Got it all back together. It was a really fast and fun machine. Wish I still had it.

[@christopheryoung4478]

Hey brother, Been watching for a long time. Love the Patriot 250R. Had 3 of them myself. Having an 81 to 250R 3 wheeler to start with ,talk about sketchy. But seeing that blast again a week later in the sun,WOW that has to be your best work yet. Mad respect bro !!🤘

[@MichaelSabo]

Hey Chris, thank you for being a subscriber for so long; glad you like the builds!

[@ViNNYDICEnice]

Dude, I literally just watched your Dave Moore video the other day (the one where you rode his trike but the footage cut out) and was hoping you'd get around to a trike. Perfect timing

[@leesauter9515]

Look up the Yamaha wrench report. If you want to make it faster. You can drill another boost port in the cylinder .

[@user-ko3vg7fc7o]

A scheme reminiscent of the 1979 YZ 400 would be so cool! Especially having the black stripe bbn on the tank

[@roguepowersports3576]

I've been wanting to get my hands on a trike for years. They were so much fun as a kid in the 80's. If it were me with the colors I'd go with the classic yellow and black from Yamaha. It's iconic. That's just me. I'm sure this project is going to come out rad either way.

[@jacobrowe3095]

Awesome to see you doing a three wheeler, especially a tri-z!! They are great machines, you'll love it. I have a mostly original 86 (built motor), plus many other trikes in my collection. The tri-z is my favorite. The yellow is an 85, black and red is 85.5, red and white is 86. The 85/85.5 are the same bikes, the 86 had some changes. Excited to see how it turns outs, always fun to watch.

[@mikebarriball]

just like the honda 350x 1886 white fenders.

[@BigTony_Garage]

Red and white with gold wheels looks sharp! Started watching you're videos last week and enjoying all the content and now starting to get some bikes and restore them. Keep up the great content!!!

[@Anonymous-oy6rj]

Oem look and graphics with a bunch of performance mods! Thats the way to go

[@nme1605]

Red and white for sure. Looks so clean!

[@rogerparmelee3854]

Resto mod all the way! Stoked to watch the transformation!

[@sschwager96]

Very excited about this build, love a good Honda 250r but these are so under rated, it’s cool to see this being done Instead. Anyways, lack of compression plus that backfire, I’m gomma venture to say it’s worth checking the reeds, I know it’s completely coming apart but if the reeds are blown out it won’t pull fuel. Blew up one of my race outboards when one cyls reeds broke and leaned out, also doesn’t make good comp without it

[@MichaelSabo]

You may very well be correct; we will find out in the next video!

[@FarmersforTruth]

I used KTX plastics on my 86 Honda trx70 and loved the quality and finish. Plus they actually protect the plastics during shipping

[@nealstone525]

Heck yeah def go with the red and white. Graphics on the white fenders would be sick! Love the gold wheels also.

[@katoom-ju6vo]

The characters that you come up with and act out are hilarious!! The one from a few years back that took place in the research garage talking about the Klemm Research silencer with the student pretending to be texting was great!!

[@MrElanman]

I am so excited to see some trike content.

[@thedevilr4420]

This is going to be an insane restoration I can't wait to see it get rebuilt and be ridden again.

[@Bri-tg6xr]

2 of my machines are Honda 3 wheelers. I can appreciate this build. Learned how to ride my first time on an 86 Honda big red.

[@NOTTApro142]

Dude you hook up a lectron or a mikuni and that thing will sing like an angel! Can’t wait for the build series! But for sure you should do the resto biuld!

[@colewoodward5003]

I live in norfolk and went into power sports Nation many times for my quads I've seen that black one sitting there everytime and always thought it would be nuts to see it run. I'm so happy I get to see that now!

[@jonnyretro2235]

Can’t wait to see you trail tiding this best Mike! Lol. Love them old trikes.

[@greiner7414]

Love the red/white color combo just add some trick parts and see what this hoss can do!

[@rossarmstrong1053]

Super stoked that you’re doing a three wheeler. I have a 85 ytm200, it’s just a river runner but people don’t know how fun they really are.

[@jamescaldwell2095]

I like the red and white scheme. There's so few of these trikes around, it'd be cool to have one as close to factory as is feasible. With a few necessary mods to make it more fun to ride.

[@MichaelSabo]

This is the idea right here!

[@ctait831]

Absolutely James! Exactly what I was going to say 🤘🏻

[@lloydmartin8547]

This is gonna be a great project, I'm stoked to watch this one

[@reckless3008]

I'm not restoring my 85 but building it and replacing what is needed I also have the red and black tri z 💯 so much fun man what a beast. Mine also came with the twist throttle which I absolutely love. The 85 came with black and red plastic and silver rims says 85 on the label on my neck stem

[@mikesarahmccourts6509]

One big upgrade Yamaha changed for 86 was a larger diameter fork they have black caps on top like the 250r That being said the best mod is new springs from progressive they work very well