Millyard Kawasaki H2 1000 four cylinder

[@oceania2385]

From the U.S. here, years ago I used to subscribe to UK motorcycle magazines to see Allen's projects. Now I can watch them in real time. Thank you Allen !

[@hoost3056]

This is why Mr. Millyard is genius, and you can't say that about too many people. He takes the most mundane tools and makes art that runs JUST PERFECT

[@garageassembled4701]

Looks great to see it

[@johnmac.6760]

Absolutely, unlike some on KZbin, with all the shiny tool chests and no idea, at least he doesn't spray everything in tough black paint. 😂😂😂😂👍👍👍👍

[@alanshill4347]

Just read this after I posted and you're spot on fella 💪.

[@alanshill4347]

And I very humble MAN 💪👍

[@johnmac.6760]

@@alanshill4347 👍👍Cheers buddy

[@rongreen1538]

There’s something zen about these videos and in fact Alan himself. It’s many years since I had a motorcycle and yet I enjoy them immensely. Thank you Alan for taking the time to make them

[@AlfOfAllTrades]

Having read the book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle maintenance several times... I absolutely agree. :)

[@UmmmmmmmWhat]

Alan always makes me think of the book "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" but really just the title, since the book isn't exactly factual about motorcycles.

[@ryancraig2795]

Also reminds me a little of Bob Ross from "Joy of Painting" fame. "Let's just add another happy little cylinder over here..." 😂

[@Del350K4]

​@@UmmmmmmmWhatI was seventeen when I read it. I remember being very confused by a goid deal of it; there was a good bit about making handlebar shims for a BMW twin from a beer can.

[@mattyb7736]

​​@@UmmmmmmmWhat bet if Alan wrote one it certainly would be, " Zen and how to cut a straight line with a hacksaw" 😅

[@recumbentrocks2929]

It is so relaxing watching Allen fiddling with his bikes.....and then he goes for a test ride! What a fantastic sound that bike makes!

[@dscclay7084]

Modest, knowledgable , polite. A true engineering genius and a delight to watch. Thank you.

[@umakantgajjewar8898]

And hardworking and inspiring.

[@miketurner3964]

I come off my meds since watching these videos. Much calmer.

[@dutchvoornik6401]

Now you're blowing us away with your impeccable cinematography! It's always a pleasure viewing your work.

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

Thanks for existing. You have no idea how many people's days you add happiness to.

[@DeFausti]

Using drill bits as gap gauges, so simple yet so elegant! Lovely work and video again Mr Millyard, absolutely brilliant engineering!

[@dennisyoung4631]

They work as a species of plug gauge. Note: don’t use drills with chewed up shanks. Drill shanks tend to be soft, unlike actual plug gauges, which are entirely hard.

[@tezblackwell6796]

I could watch these videos all day every day hopefully we don’t have to wait too long for the next one 🙏

[@TheFlyingBusman]

I still completely marvel at Allen’s creations. Any run of the mill guy taking an hacksaw to a crankcase would reduce it to scrap. This guy is like a human CNC machine! Absolutely fantastic work.

[@althejazzman]

Haha exactly. I can't work out how he can be so precise with hand tools.

[@mightress]

​@@althejazzmanslow and gentle is key here.

[@pcka12]

​@@althejazzmanit used to be a standard apprentice task to file a perfect cube, machine tools didn't use to have graduated dials, so everything was achieved by measurement.

[@Jimmy_Watt]

Aside from the obviously amazing engineering work Allen does, I find the tone of his voice and demeanor make me feel better when I'm ill. What a guy.

[@martinslennon]

You are such a great engineer Allen, your video is a very good guide to cleaning the carburettor and other maintenance, though I am still working on single cylinder motocross bikes, the bike is incredible thank you for sharing your work!

[@davidbryce6970]

What I find so appealing about Allen's projects is the design and construction philososy of creating a true custom motor cycle that presents itself as something that would come out that way from the donor manufacturer. Such a unique and beautiful approach.

[@DillyDillydave5399]

an absolute pleasure to meet you yesterday at mallory made my day my mt rd 350 ypvs was constructed with your inspiration

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

I find the bleeding of the brakes by watching the bubbles coming back up very therapeutic. I've just done a deal on a cbx1000 to sit along side my CX650 Turbo, picking it up next week, wish me luck. ☺

[@chillywilly934]

Perfect!! Love all your videos Allen, especially the 2 smokers! Thank you for your time putting these together.

[@DeeKay84]

watching you work makes me feel so inadequate, and your attitude is so zen.

[@Johnorekunow272]

You are a genius Allen. The manner you explain things is enjoyable and rewarding as we use you knowledge to improve our techniques. Thank you Sir🙋

[@shanehnorman]

I haven't watched a Millyard video in quite a while. This is a very polished production, with audio so sharp it really draws one in. Matches the quality of Allen's engineering and craftsmanship!

[@davidellis2021]

Thanks Allen, you've given me some inspiration to sort out the Mikuni's on my Suzuki DR800.

[@UncleKennysPlace]

The original H2 had a very short wheelbase (at least the version imported into the USA). Kawasaki later added several inches to the swingarm to allow the front wheel to occasionally touch the ground. We drag raced them, using Kawasaki's H1R port timing, plus huge carbs and expansion chambers. Would easily run in the 10 second range in the 1/4 mile, more than 40 years ago. Adding more power with an extra jug? Sure, why not! Allen's projects always fascinate me.

[@rabk5702]

Nice to see you on shed & buried Allen working your magic on the old bikes hope to see more of you on the show 😁😁👍👍

[@DaleO.]

I was watching this video with closed captioning turned on. At the 18:57 mark while Allen was accelerating the Kawasaki, the caption displayed "Music". I couldn't agree more, PERFECT.

[@nicmorton280]

You're totally fab, Alan, and I love the bits of your appreciation of and care for wild creatures too.

[@cujet]

That does sound amazing! I'm sure the exhaust note is even more glorious in person.

[@pgnandt]

Sitting on the bike would be in stereo.

[@cujet]

@@pgnandt Yessss! I loved my RZ350 for exactly that reason. The sound was like music from heaven itself.

[@pgnandt]

@@cujet I never understood putting pipes on only one side of a bike for that reason. Hi-Fi stereo.

[@Nell1052]

That four cyl Kwacker sounds fabulous, true lust indeed, a very well produced video too Allen ❤ it ! 😊

[@robsawalker]

Good to see you back Allen! What a beautiful bike, I can only dream how enjoyable it is to ride.

[@TheGreatStKat]

Glorious two-stoke tenor, and a lot of it. Love the era, too. Great everythingness, as always.

[@Sircraig7963]

G'day again Allen,, It never fails to surprise me the things us young riders have in common , like the odd friendly familyof birds, or wombats ,the handy roll of gasket paper or favourite tool,,, or noticing the bike gets a little heaver as you push it across the grass with each passing year . At least riders seem to maintain their integrity as the years fly by .... Another great episode for the faithful . Respect ....!

[@dustymiller7758]

Fantastic creation, well done Allen and great entertainment. The bike sounds awesome.

[@Hungry_Hunter]

Your an artist and a mechanical genius. I find your work absolutely fascinating. Thank you for sharing it's a joy to see such skills with metal and fitting.

[@jimarillo]

This is a masterpiece. Love the photography so so good. I had just watched an American guy strip a supercar and this is just the antidote to that. Thank you

[@siraff4461]

People claim two strokes aren't reliable but this one is 20 years old and still running in. I really wish we could still buy bikes like this. There's something really nice about technology which involves using the correct materials and techniques with a lot of honing and fine set up to get great results. Simple, light, powerful and all the better for an extra cylinder. This is from an era where people loved and worked on their own bikes. Thats sadly getting more and more rare as elctronics and finance deals are taking over everything. Great bike, Allen.

[@davidpeters6536]

A real live engineer, what you do sir is truly amazing. There is also a calmness that even Robert M. Persig cannot achieve. This bike is a personal favourite, I wish I could buy one, thank you.

[@willswheels283]

Thanks Allen, a very interesting and relaxing vid, I have to say your a genius at what you do and you must have an awful lot of patience. I love the big 2 strokes of the 70’s and that one being one of your creations is a lovely machine, it has a sound all of its own. Thanks again Allen.😎👍

[@sammorgan2390]

I love your videos Allen, I learn so much from you. Plus I love the animals in your garden.

[@chrischappell9824]

A beautiful blast from the past. Wonderful Allan, just wonderful.

[@peterroberts3453]

This is one of the reasons that Allen has been trusted with Norton V8 Nemesis by the National Motorcycle museum in Birmingham. He is probably one of a very very select few that will be able to actually make it work again where Norton failed. I can’t wait to see that bike working like it was intended. Not too sure about Henry riding it though…..

[@ramishrambarran3998]

When your friend is liquidating, I will send my address ! Thanks for being so thorough. The sound (and smell) of the two-stroke ! At least you got a cuppa ! Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.

[@gavd6726]

Love these maintenance/service vids. So satisfying watching parts taken off-cleaned/repaired and put back. 👍🏼🙌🏼

[@jerryplews1023]

Pure genius as are all you bike builds.

[@andremartins9915]

At last a new Allen Millyard video. Really enjoy watching your work.

[@Iowa599]

That sounds so much smoother than a triple!

[@GT380man]

I understand that a two stroke triple has harmonic balance equivalent to a straight six four stroke.

[@finlaymcdiarmid5832]

​@@GT380manwhy would a 2 stroke be more balanced. Theres no difference in the bottom end other than having inferior bearings and lubrication.

[@MickH60]

@@finlaymcdiarmid5832 Doesn't matter if it's a 2 stroke or 4 stroke, and that's not what he's saying.

[@finlaymcdiarmid5832]

@@MickH60 that's exactly what he said?

[@iancharlton678]

What a lovely morning…🎉 Battling man flu with a good coffee and a puppy cuddle……. and the mellifluous tones of Allen….. I love a stroker and have droned on about my back catalogue previously……. Today reminded me of my KH250B with K&N’s and Allspeeds…… and I fear, no science on the carbs 😢……. I was in a pack of similar smokers on the Eastern Ave Ilford, at pace when she spat back…… without the air box holding from behind the carb swung free and the obvious melting occurred A slow stuttering ride home and a rebuild ensued. I may have had a fair number of tools similar to yourself, but no Allen 🙁 Another of many that slipped through my fingers, not just because of the insane values, but because I loved them 🥺 Don’t stop Allen……. We need your therapy sessions…….🇬🇧🙂

[@robertmatthews8302]

Thanks Allen, you are certainly my main inspiration in the world of motorcycling. I am just about to go and make some minor adjustments to my daily ride ('88 Yamaha xj 900 58l) and go for a little blat round our lanes. Thanks again !😊

[@davidellis7081]

Waited nearly 18 minutes for you to fire up that bad-boy. Sorry that you never got it revved up into its powerband. I just found your channel and was impressed at your selecting such a wild project. I'll be searching for your previous videos. Good luck in your endeavors.

[@haydnmitchell7880]

This sort of video just shows what a Bloody Genius Alan Milliard is and it's not a surprise that the Victorians almost ruled the world..!

[@Collins690]

I have watched all your videos so many times that I can’t get enough

[@DatOldeBiker]

Thank you Allen. Watching you "fettle" this bike back into life was very therapeutic, especially the carburetor work. If I ever need gasket replaced I may even attempt it myself. :>)

[@AmbroseB1900]

Incredible workmanship! Thank you for explaining how you made up the crankshaft as I have been puzzling how you could add an extra cylinder without upsetting the balance of the engine.

[@DogSpirit1]

I'm speechless Allen 😶 You are a magician.. would like to be your neighbor 😁😁 It's amazing when people are like you ..huge respect for you Allen 👍 💐✨🌹🌼🌺💖💝💖🌺🌼🌹✨💐

[@jacintosanga1668]

Thank you very much Mr. Millyard. In this new era that has entered about electric motors. It is an immense pleasure to enjoy your videos. Long live the old school and gasoline👏🏽👏🏽🤙🏽🔥✌🏽

[@mrsmith4662]

What a machine. That's an H2 on steroids. Such an iconic machine from an iconic era (nostalgia time). I still have the original Bike magazine which tested the H2 and the Triumph Hurricane as 'hooligan' machines. No need to sort the carbs out (although super job done), the petrol consumption was so huge, you'd never know the difference. Love these videos.

[@rickreid8149]

you are a true artist Allen I love watching you work

[@boatlover2296]

Absolutely my favorite mad scientist. Rock on Allan!

[@shaunhardie6077]

WOW, what an amazing sound, like a 2 stroke concerto, 😎.

[@Banditmanuk]

Fascinating to watch. Thanks for taking the time to make and upload these vids.

[@giostisskylas]

Awesome bike, awesome AlIen Millyard. In Germany we call the H2 Widowmakers. Allen Millyard turned it into a widowmaker on steroids. To fear... beautiful!

[@urankjj]

I bet that it smells as good as it sounds....Awesome project, thank you for posting.

[@matsfredsson9445]

Thanks a lot Allen, for another entertaining video full of tips and smart tricks. 🙏Please keep on learning us more! Have a lovely summer, safe driving!🙂

[@manmachinemake3708]

That bike looks and sounds amazing ! In the late 80's, I had a near perfect blue '71 H1 and miss it horribly. It was a bike that demanded respect and would remind you of that every now and then. Nothing i came across on 2 wheels could touch it (except the H2)

[@fjp3305]

That bike is a beauty, it's a dream come true.

[@johnagreen883]

I'm a big fan of your work, way over West of Seattle. Thank you!

[@martinholt2844]

I love watching these Allen, don’t sell out to the TV totally! 👍

[@MrDickBills]

That is absolutely stunning. Sounds fantastic as well. What a feat of engineering. I find it funny that Alan has took a bike called the widow maker, due to it having a wild engine, and added even more engine. Giving it exactly what it does not need makes it even more desirable.

[@skippmclovan1135]

Thanks for this tutorial! Great! I have to do the very same thing on the 3 carbs on a dark maroon and gold pin modified twin front disc front end 'Cafe Racer' converted S2 that has been sitting under covers in my lounge as a thing of beauty since buying about 14 years ago. The journeyman engineer who sold it to me had added some frame and steering head gusseting and a damping addition for better handling and had also said he had increased the capacity to 360cc by using oversized pistons, fed by 3 x Mikuni VM26SC, over the standard Mikuni VM24SCs. He also had handmade the exhaust system tuned to suit these changes, and said it ran really well. I need to get it running for sale due to advancing years' incapacity. C'est la vie . . !

[@the_forbinproject2777]

bigods what a loverly sound ! many thank Allen !

[@davidfalgout7304]

as always the best of the best and just perfect! I still want to live in your neighborhood !

[@tarragonadreamin]

I just love this of classic hands on video. Inspiring! Really worth at least three cupcakes.

[@daviddosanjos2536]

Hi Alan! Thanks for the new video. I like your engineering artistry, and my wife likes your wife's cupcake recipes! Greetings from Brazil. Congratulations!

[@David-sb7vg]

Thanks for getting this out when you’re busy. As always I sat throughout with a smile on my face 👍👍

[@stephenspreckley8219]

Wow man, that's funtastic !! I and many others would love to se you give it the stick after it's run in. Hats off to you Allen, you're a true craftsman and genius.

[@cannon1964]

Your H2 1000cc sounds amazing 👍

[@simonbowen6653]

I love the casual way that Alan says he cut up the engines with a hacksaw and filed them flush. Unbelievable.👍

[@WiltshireMan]

That was great Allen, it seemed almost as quick to rebuilt all four carbs together when compared to doing them individually. I wonder how the crankcase seals have faired over the last 20 or so years? I think your hedgehog has got flea's :)

[@AllenMillyard]

The seals will be fine

[@garyhardman8369]

All Hedgehogs have fleas!

[@howardosborne8647]

​@@garyhardman8369some feas are lucky enough to have hedgehogs🤣

[@nickhellen6303]

Yep- I wondered that exactly. The seals- not that spiky thing.

[@WiltshireMan]

@@garyhardman8369 Haa yes I know:)

[@bliss661]

I read somewhere that the kawasaki triples had the centre carb set up to run slightly rich to try and prevent a heat seizure on the middle cylinder. Wonder if that is a factor in a four cylinder 2 stroke engine. Great video content as usual 👍

[@glennrussell3252]

His videos are the BEST! I wish he posted more frequently but we'll take whatever we can get from him. Great stuff!!

[@ttburn6338]

I was waiting so hard for new episode of the magic work of Allen Millyard!

[@peterdawson7775]

Thanks for the video, such a nice bike Allen ! Love the sound of the exhaust note.

[@guyonacub4335]

Welcome back Allen Long time without a video Brilliant work once again Thanks

[@christopherlillja8492]

Still one of the greatest exhaust notes I have ever heard! Thanks for sharing, Allen!

[@suzylawrence6]

You have inspired me to get my 2000 ZRX1100 back on the road..it’s running very very rough having sat in the garage for 3 years…

[@IanDarley]

A little trick I learned in Nam, well years ago when I was well in to two smoke tuning: K&N filters can cause wonky carburation at certain RPMs because the metal end-cap is parallel to the carb inlet. This causes a standing wave to reflect back and forth in the venturi and can cause stuttering and hesitations as the engine passes through the affected speed range. This can be overcome by mounting the filters on an adaptor elbow, even a slight 10° angle will prevent the issue from occurring. This problem might not raise its head here but it cured stutters that affected both of my X7s, RD400

[@leftymadrid]

This gentleman is a God like in mechanics, just incredible, the motorcycle projects that he's done are simply incredible!! In awe, every time I see one of his videos...

[@JSBIRD69]

The only opportunity anyone will ever have to enjoy some of the most unique ICE sounds on Earth...is by hanging out with Allen.

[@russellwinchester8490]

Brilliant presentation Allen. Thank you Regards Russ 🛠👍

[@sarge2665]

Another great video Mr Millyard, and I agree it sounds fantastic 👍🏻

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

Such relaxing and interesting videos you make Allen.

[@EssKayTee1]

Can't beat the warble of an idling 2 stroke, I can still hear the sound of my RD400 on tick over.

[@kenlyneham4105]

Another Brilliant video, thanks Allen. I liked your little wombat at the end.

[@simonsackett]

Paused at 2:20. Does anyone else get the feeling that Allen's just been winding us all up for the last gawd knows how long? "I hacksaw the engines in half, stick some old spare bits in the gaps, sellotape it all together by eye, and tadaaaa! A perfect shiny 1000cc engine that runs like a sewing machine and does 200mph in second!". I think he's a Japanese robot and the cakes and hedgehogs are to make him look normal. I'm onto you, Millyard!!

[@stevec-b6214]

Allen is certainly not whatever `normal` is. Dedicated and gifted, a national treasure.

[@matthewwhite4008]

Great to see another video from you Allen,all the best Mate😊

[@StevenBird-wf6ey]

I've got one just like it an 83 thanks now maybe I can my top end back together. I'm in Springfield Ohio, very good video. Your bike is running really well now.

[@Thejirka64]

Kawasaki two-strokes are devilish machines.Those who are not ready will receive a black shroud.Thumbs up!!

[@mr.whiskers6273]

Stunning bike Allen the sheer craftmanship to perfection is just lovely to look at, i do was wondering if you may make a dedicated video on how you made the expansion chambers. cheers!

[@deandee8082]

good grief my mouth wont stop salivating, droolin over here... I rode the Mach III Kawasaki back in the day when I am 13 years old, the owner encouraged me to rail it so I obliged, wild ride, over 110mph if you weren't tipped over the front end had a decent wobble, oh well ride it out again.. brakes were OK till they got super hot, then they bricked up, stop for 10 minutes off you go again... we lived on a windy country road so right away I was on it.. I scrubbed his metzlers down pretty good, he had touring tires on it? I ripped it up real good not one rider stayed with me . . . I liked the bike, front end came right up on demand, you can ride on one wheel thru the gear set, don't remember the top speed, 125mph or so? id ride one again for sure but ina 1000 format, prolly can do 145 if geared proper... today you can fit better brakes, suspension, sticky tires... oh boy

[@malcellison8831]

Great work, as always, Allen. A pleasure to watch 😊

[@jshelledy1]

Always look forward to your posts. Thank you sir.

[@SPSteve]

Love the styling of the 72-73 750's. At 1000cc it's a Widow Maker extraordinaire!