1985 Honda Elite 250 Restoration! | Mitch's Scooter Stuff

[@afiq._.abubakar8375]

no music in backround,not to much speaking,straight to the point. this is perfect

[@Lory-ml7nj]

background music a person who has hearing problems is a little difficult to choose. but I am fine with it because I am interested in what it does not the music, which only serves not to make the engine roar.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Lory 242002 yes it’s difficult to do myself but I have Lori help pick music for videos 🙏🏼

[@nathanmccarthy5532]

Must be from Massachusetts.....

[@spacerconrad]

@@MitchsScooterStuff I love restoration videos, but some creators get way too chatty, and spend most of the vid time with it. Your Vino 125 vids will be handy for me, as my wife's '04 Vino has been sitting for a decade and needs some TLC. Just gotta figure out how to unstick the gas cap.

[@spacerconrad]

Got the cap off a while back. It was caked with brown gunk. I cleaned that up and it's working fine now, but need to pull the tank, hose, carb, etc. for a good cleaning. Bike only has about 500 miles on it since new.

[@abhi.b8744]

It's 3am and I just watched Curt Cobain fix a scooter....

[@unknown-wk5qk]

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAAH

[@Handleyman]

Abhi.b87 Very clever. You made me laugh! Thanks!

[@Micky_Lima]

xD hahaha!! +1

[@Gr8thxAlot]

I thought this was Iggy Pop.

[@backyardmowerracing492]

😂 it’s literally 3:25 am rn and I’m watching this

[@se25steve]

I've been watching this over and over again in the UK and now my Honda spacy 250 is back on the road after 31 years in a old shed,FANTASTIC

[@lbchuma]

My gf won't let me sell mine after all I did to bring it back to life (85 w/20k mi) . Watching this has made me feel awesome about it again. Thanks for helping me stay in love with it.

[@RansomPuppy]

I'm watching this at 4am and seeing Mitch's excitement when the power worked just put the biggest smile on my face.

[@supotkhempech9946]

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[@Rabahsaurus]

That’s what Scootin is all about bud.

[@eddiespaghetti54321]

Same

[@pedroalves5712]

A scooter with radio ... a marvel of the 80's. A hug from Portugal.

[@joshdevdoss9041]

Being from a country where most roads are dominated by Scooters, seeing a classic Honda get a 2nd lease of life was truly soothing. Most people in my country discard old scooters once they're out of warranty here. You've earned a Sub from me!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Wow! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@banjo_dk8216]

The CH250 is ultra rare in Germany. Still managed to buy 2 of these bad boys. One in amazing condition and one for parts. Will bring the amazing condition one in a ‘like-new’ condition. One was 1300€ and the other 190€. Both running.

[@viralvideoman]

By far my favorite moped restoration channel. easy to follow, relatable when something doesn't go right. Includes the failures as well as the success and never stops trying. I learn so much watching and appreciate your videos Mitch, thank you.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

stoked to hear.. thanks!

[@CarlDeanWallace]

My dad is deaf, I imagine this guy as him when he was that age, I love it. Keep up the great work!

[@iamthefatstig]

KZbin had you in recommended because I watch Mustie1 Channel about to explode dude!

[@austinfaulkner9867]

Same lol

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

That's funny! I watch some of Mustie1 videos about VW Bus... I have 1967 VW bus and the restoration videos going on right now on my other channel if you want to check it out ... KZbin.com/MicBergsma

[@charlessutter7809]

Me too. Nice job,

[@holkbergmann559]

Same here

[@vyoutube9770]

@@MitchsScooterStuff супер Россия оренбургская область ок

[@cd43sam]

I have been working on motorcycles and scooters for 50 years and I just learned a few things from Master Mitch. Bringing the old ones back from the dead is a lifetime addiction and youtube has added a lot of new fun to it. Thanks Mitch, love your channel, please keep the vids coming.

[@paulhammond3590]

He’s amazing he’s deaf and he’s doing this hats off for him

[@Yoyoyoyoasshole]

Brah... deafness has nothing to do with the love for mechanics... -MotoScoot Lyfe😎

[@dreamstreetskate5291]

just discovered your channel. i am a certified Kawasaki tech that grew up with a severe cleft lip and pallet as well as 22 other "Birth defects" (blessings). I am inspired beyond belief. I cried through this entire video.

[@Оленевод-р1г]

The old technology is much more reliable than the modern one.Greetings from Russia!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@edwardsyamdra4897]

Great job.... greeting from Indonesia

[@deborahchesser7375]

Оленевод you guys can build vehicles from chicken wire and tape, talk about resourceful 👍🇺🇸

[@danielskazusevs3969]

I live near Russia, we have lot of russian mopeds and bikes from cccr (minska, иж, delta u.c) from my experience no metter how mutch you fix them, they are still unreliable... however new Chinese mopeds ar a lot more durable and more reliable and if you take care of them, they almost never break😀

[@Оленевод-р1г]

@@deborahchesser7375 You're absolutely right about the wire and tape, but we're not that bad :) I have a fairly rare 1983 Honda GL700 and a 2001 Honda lead 50 in good condition.Old Honda-top of reliability

[@ocalawing]

Love seeing the joy on your face, as a scooter lover, that happiness is everything

[@danielfigueroa9937]

I like how positive he looks when he’s building the scooters it looks so wholesome

[@andrewedwards3426]

I'm a Honda motorcycle guy, but I've always had love for the scoots. I've watched this video like 3 times lol. It's just satisfying to watch it come together!

[@fachrizalrezky6530]

When i see you, i feels like in the 80's haha.. God bless you Mitch

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Fachrizal Rezky 😄🙌🏼

[@fuzzylosophy]

Planning a cross country trip on my 86' 150 Deluxe this year. NH to Colorado. and back. Loving the quality of your vids . She needs a lot of TLC before We're ready to go. You are so helpful ! The man I need in my pit crew. Keep up the stellar work Brother!

[@butter.puddle]

Your channel gives me so much genuine joy, feeling the excitement over models I will never own or build haha 💖 Love the enthusiasm even when so many frustrating parts aren't working. You rule 🙏

[@nick044]

Going to get a scooter soon (unfortunately it's a taotao 50cc but hey it's in good shape for what I'm paying for it) and you have inspired me to buy it. It may not be an old Honda elite but it'll be mine. The fact that someone, who is deaf, can work on such a machine and make it so beautiful really blows my mind. It's hard to find people with disabilities to put in the work and effort like you do. You have really inspired me to keep working on little things and I'm very happy that I could watch your videos. Your videos always make me smile and your attitude is awsome and heartwarming. You're amazing

[@kisszoltan9710]

I just found this channel today... Mitch, you did a great job with this old beauty... Sweet 80's 😄 and those awesome GoPro videos, wow... Sorry for my english but it's not my native language... Greetings from Israel 😊 keep going buddy 😉 👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Aloha Zoltán! Thank you so much!

[@Silver-cl2bd]

Found you looking for others who are moped/scooter fanatics I'm learning more about how to work on my own Lance Havana Classic. You and your wife are so rad, glad I found you!!

[@evi1dav3]

Loved the video! It makes me smile to see how happy you get at the small victories.

[@babisal]

you rock man.The scooter is just great,lucky the guy who bought it.Japanese made,even plastics look like new after so many years.Congrats for your work and keep smiling!

[@jige8191]

I really like the skeletton look without the fairing, a sort of rat bike with the proeminent radiator. Good fixing even if it's not a restoration. Good job !

[@the_mad_ratter]

I was thinking exactly the same thing! We had a scoot at Rat & Survival Rally last year in the UK that had all the panels stripped down and was towing a trailer :P I'm looking at getting a similar Honda Helix, or maybe a larger Maxi scooter to turn into a rat recumbent streamliner, a la Craig Vetter. I've gotten past my need for speed, I now want the wallet to feel fatter and more mpg is the way to go, I reckon lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIe3qmuNpq2sZ7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIe3qmuNpq2sZ7c

[@cwheremonster8870]

I’m late here , as I just discovered Mitch. Damn.. this has got to be the most amazing KZbin channel of all time!! Love this dude . For real. I can’t wait to watch all his stuff.

[@rustyshackleford309]

Would love to hangout and work on our 80's scooters all day, some things don't need words my friend 👍🙏

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Oh yeah!! 😄👍🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@jodysanders6445]

Your love for these older machines comes through--words or no. The joy of bringing life back into them cannot be matched! You will have a smokin hot channel soon

[@rocketno46]

My father rides it every day! I rode it once, it's very easy to ride and it's fast enough. Very rare here in the Netherlands

[@Plons0Nard]

Ik zou er graag een hebben 😊

[@jorgepalles8558]

I bought a Scooter made in Argentina with Chinese mechanics that had been unused for six years, and was only 50 km away. Except for the carburetor and the battery works very well. So I understand your joy for restoring and starting the scooter. Good luck and greetings from Argentina.

[@matumbomabeco5085]

Was this scooter used by Sarah Conner on Terminator 1 lol

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Haha oh man if it was I would keep it forever ! haha

[@Serpico1152]

I believe Sarah drove an Elite 150 as I recall seeing the hideaway headlight open up at night when she left her apartment parking garage to go onto town after her movie date had cancelled.

[@Serpico1152]

@im batman OMG someone else on this planet who shares my mental thoughts, now thats scary. Cheers to you Batman!

[@Serpico1152]

@im batman Check out this old video I came across of a red Helix like mine that was for sale I found it hilarious that someone commented that the guy looks like the Terminator especially at 1:51 in the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHaTiIKKqpuKrtE

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

@@Serpico1152 Yes that's right.... she rode a Elite 150 deluxe with pop up headlight... dang I wish I have that scooter haha

[@saadchiguer4456]

Well done brother! That's what I like to watch, bikes brought back to life, instead of ending up in the chop-shops.I just got me a Honda helix for $200 and I am planning to revive. Subscribed!

[@jamespatterson7809]

Thouraly enjoyed watching your video, well done. From a "Harley" owner in Liverpool UK.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

James Patterson Thanks man! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@fuzzylosophy]

This channel is the best! Just found a clean and running 86' Elite 150 Deluxe for $300 in VT.! I had one when they came out and am finally reunited again. So glad I found your videos! They are going to be so so helpfull. Love you.

[@zepplinc20]

Throttle slide doesn't move on a vacuum carb, only the throttle blades. Engine vacuum while running will move it up.

[@jaantobro5271]

Thank you! Would like to add that this type of carburetor is called - CV carburetor (more info by google).

[@State4Grassachusetts]

Way better restoration video than any of these other "restoration" videos and way more realistic with regular tools and no sand blasting paint lol you gained my subscription!!

[@RealWorldCarReviews]

Hey Mitch. Just discovered your channel. Absolutely loved this restoration. What a cool luxury-type scooter! Like a mini Goldwing! I sell bikes and scooters and really enjoy doing stuff to them when it’s need. Those rollers were totally shot eh! Great work anyway, and I’ve subscribed 👍

[@nithinraj7351]

Mitch my man ,I have seen so many youtube vlogs of so many guys but I feel so much happy when your face filled with joy when work is done .. and go for spin in your neighbour.......Am waiting for more videos from you....💓💓💓...Stay safe

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you so much 😀🙌🏼

[@16driver16]

I saw someone swap this engine, wheels, forks, brakes etc into a honda spree it was pretty awesome looking

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

On spree.. wow! I saw a guy did that on a 89 Elite E... I would love to do that one day!

[@АлександрЗабродин-о3е]

󾓬😊👍👍👍!!!

[@alwynjavier5253]

Its just so wholesome when you see a deaf man happy for what he's doing, keep ot up bro!

[@sergiokent4748]

Amazing, Bro! You're the best... Regards from Brazil 🇧🇷❤

[@thelazycook5103]

I love this type of restoration. No bullshit just straight restoration, plus no loud techno music.

[@mehdimecano]

Good job 💖

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🙌🏼

[@leroyjarvis5617]

What a great video! When you and your beautiful wife went cruising it made me smile. Thanks for having me along.

[@rezatianto3292]

16:31 Vacum carburretor is no good, you can try 2 stroke carburretor like Mikunin pe 26 or 28, if using keihin pwl 26 or 28, its more responsive 🤭

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks Reza, good to know 👍🏼

[@tamtam-fm8mi]

Good advice bambang😂

[@rahadiannoor3149]

@@tamtam-fm8mi eeh yusuf Hero Din ding badindink ..ngapa loe nongol dsinii ,,,😅

[@maxsalcedo7190]

You and your wife are adorable I love you guys! I don't know a thing about mechanics but i love watching your videos. Much love!

[@3402395309]

Ti ho trovato per caso,mi ricordi tanto un mio amico,passavamo ore insieme a lavorare sui motori ,lui era sordo,che bei momenti e quante risate insieme❤.. Bravissimo bel lavoro💪

[@citizenseventies6738]

Hi Mitch. Been watching this again as well as your other scooter vids. My first scooter was a red 1981 Honda ND50 Melody (2 stroke) as a 16 yr old way back in the Summer of '88 (happy times!) You do a great job fixing these scooters, keep up the good work. Best wishes. Tee.

[@RolandStadelmann-sf2qe]

Super Video!! Congrat to your Enthusiasm...I had exactly the same Bike and in Gold for 5 years in the early 1980 = 75000 miles on the Clock ... I'm always a Scooter Fan🇨🇭🛵 Roll .... I also had a CN 250 in red = 12 years = 120000 miles then the Engine seased up...got a Burgmann 400 after then a Aprillia 500 Atlantic another fantasitic🛵... 13 years - 80000 miles...nothing beats a Ride out on a 🌞 Day and smell the fresh Air when the Farmers cut the Gras ... good Luke to all the🛵🛵 Riders ..specialy to the ONES who keep them going...👍

[@mabster54]

That's pretty badass! I had a moped (I think it was a pucci brand it had peddles on it to start the motor) when I was a kid growing up back in the early 1980"s and rode that thing everywhere and even used it as a dirt bike which wasn't a very good idea because the air filter and carburetor kept filling up with dirt and leave but that's how I learned how to work on mechanical engines. My father told me "you broke it, you fix it" so I did. I eventually graduated to an old Harley Davidson 125cc that was both on and off road and I rode that think from about the age of 14 until about 16 or 17. Thanks for the video that brought back a lot of great memories and it makes me want to get a scooter again for my wife and scooting around town.

[@mikelmendizabal8177]

Thank you very much for teaching me so much about mechanics and scooters. I've seen some of your videos and now I've got quite clear ideas. From Basque Country: eskerrikasko!!!

[@valleabey4291]

the best scooter restoreration i ever see in my life..wow..

[@MotorDanko]

man this is the best scooter channel in the world, i feel so good looking at this, i can't really explain it.

[@MotorDanko]

but please use a helmet, dont use flip flops and use gloves to protect your hands.

[@danhaynes6739]

Your smile says it all. Great video. I have an 86 elite that I fixed up and I have the most fun on it. All the love from 🇨🇦.

[@shubhampushkarofficial]

Somehow, YT recommended this video to me and trust me this is the best thing I saw in recent times, on the internet. More power to you and your wife, my man. Such an amazing build. I am born in '95, in India so no idea about the vehicle per se, but the way you put in efforts, is so commendable. Lots of love from India. Subscribed

[@gracephilp8766]

Excellent stuff dude,glad I'm not the only one who dances when you get one started for the first time!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Grace Philp 😂😂😂😄🙌🏼

[@beakittelscherz5419]

Did I mention how much I love this Channel? I Love this Channel ! 💖

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄❤️🤗

[@BUGBYTE_]

I have no clue how I ended up here. But this video brings back memories. I had a 85 honda 125 back in 1990. Funny how KZbin works. I subscribed.

[@cwheremonster8870]

This exact bike was my first scooter (mine was a odd satin black).. such a great ride. Good power. I actually loved the foot brake, because I came from heavyweight Harley Davidsons.. I love seeing these bikes on the road. Thanks again for the amazing content. Hell yeah

[@scottdahlberg4890]

I had a Honda Elite 80 and a 150 standard. I want them back now. I miss them. Now I would like a Helix. I just want a automatic shifting bike for a big guy. I am so happy you go that running.

[@infadeldog13]

Your friend is very fortunate to be the proud new owner of such a solid restoration - superb work.

[@Gooney87]

I got here from Mustie1's channel, like most here. Good job on fixing up the old Honda! They're very cool scooters. I rode an '99 Aprilia Leonardo 250 for a while, and while my current BMW F650GS is a great bike I'd love to get back into that CVT life. I'm from the Netherlands, and scooters over 50cc are rare here. You can find 50cc moped-scooters everywhere, but most bikers buy a manual motorcycle once they get their license because it's 'cool'. Great, now you've got me browsing the second-hand pages. :)

[@chrissutton2285]

Absolutely awesome. That feeling when she starts for the first time in your possession. PRICELESS. Keep good content coming

[@Twoholesofman]

This channel rules. Best scooter channel bar none.

[@jesseyverwilligen3701]

ur such a legend i cant stop watching of ur reactions hope u live long

[@Boulemuecke]

Hey Mitch, deine Begeisterung ist echt ansteckend , Super ! dein Video hat mich motiviert meine Piaggio Hexagon wieder von 1996 wieder auf die Straße zu bringen .Vielen dank , mach weiter so !!

[@ThunderFoxMusic]

when you fix the idle, such a great moment!

[@tommythompson6156]

The motor sounded like new. Great restore and big bonus fixing the stereo. Very 80's indeed !

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks! Looking to restore other elite 250 again if my friend let me 😆 ahh yes it was sooo awesome to get stereo back alive again!

[@850are2]

Hey man. I just rebuild the top end of an 84 elite 125 all NOS parts..15,000 miles and a destroyed piston.... now a keep a small squirt bottle of marvel mystery oil in glove box and couple squirts in the tank every fill up.👍🏻.. great videos !

[@bandituk]

Love the channel Mitch. I have a 2002 Burgman 400, 12k miles, as a first scooter at 58 years old after 40 years of geared bikes. It’s different but fun. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and Ride safe man👍😊

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

That’s awesome!! Enjoy the ride!! Thank you🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Stricklinator]

My first bike at 17 was a 1987 Honda Elite 150! I added the factory am/fm radio to it and it was awesome for getting around in San Francisco!

[@livedadyt10]

One of the best KZbin videos I’ve seen! “The Mitch Abides”

[@edwinheredia2791]

my brother one thing about you is you don't give up that's what you call effort good job.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😎🙌🏼🙌🏼👊🏼💥

[@marke1464]

God damn i love seeing old machines getting brought back to life. Nice job.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Me too, thanks man!

[@deborahchesser7375]

Marke absolutely, I rebuild old dirt bikes, there’s nothing more gratifying, the big 4 plus Maicos KTM’s, Husky’s , all of them and the great thing is, they all have different personalities, todays bikes are so cookie cutter it’s terrible. I’ve never done a vid but was thinking about trying, you’d get a kick out of the basket case TT500 Yamaha I did. YZ suspension, cam, pumper carb, full exhaust, and 42 lbs lighter than stock but looks like it rolled out the showroom. Other than it’s 4” taller

[@regal_type]

Really cool to see a classic scooter like this get some love. Hondas stuff in the 80s was superb, great work!

[@boomerhgt]

Hondas bike were and are fabulous

[@Mike-cn1ei]

Always so cool to see people bring things back to life instead of throwing it away. Kudos!

[@Legendary_Goblin]

First off I noticed the dates you put on the bottom and that is so cool to see the dedication. On top of that you are very informative with what is broken and how you’re going to fix it, I enjoy seeing a mangled scooter most of the time because it is always interesting just wondering how you’ll fix it.

[@anonharingenamn]

What a sweet old scooter. I love watching restorations like this one.

[@anthonyjacksonj425]

I was up couldn't sleep, started browsing youtube. Seen page so i gave it watch over.Mitch you know your stuff i 'm a scooter man also so i will be watching from now on!😎

[@q-bainoelpasaol380]

250cc scooter WOW..... great job sir. Big salute for you... LOVE It..

[@dylanpethybridge5415]

Best restoration videos/small engine videos I’ve seen. Keep up the good work

[@andrewsiegel7536]

Honestly good for this guy. Respect brother. Keep kicking ass and turning wrenches

[@8Ugri8]

I am speechless... really i am . I liked most that part when you two ride together. That's the way it should be.

[@joeward117]

What a mechanic! The best of the best!

[@MrGranotaverda]

Bien hecho. Buen trabajo, es bonito ver como hoy en dia se recupera un buen scooter. Saludos desde Barcelona, España. Well done. Good job, it's nice to see how a good scooter recovers today. Greetings from Barcelona, Spain.

[@luislopez1800]

Very well done Brother. I used to have two 1987 Elite 250s. I want to get another one extremely hard to find here in the United States. You did a great job I really like gold!!!

[@DavidChristieCareerCafe]

One of the best scoots I ever owned. In Australia it was called the "Spacey" and it was a dream to ride. Great work Mitch, really enjoyable.

[@timojokela4554]

Mitch is really dude. Hands are like watchmaker`s hands ! Pretty good video! Thank`s Mitch!

[@bobkelly1972]

I love your enthusiasm and excitement when something goes right!!

[@americanme3239]

EXCELLENT.. I'm fine tuning my 86 250.. it's in good shape. I got it from a client.. gonna r and clean the carb . And speedo cable. Applying for new title. Its fast. I'm enjoying it more than my big cycle. Good show 😅😂😅

[@Oyvind88]

Old hondas never die and love old scooters, great work and video🇳🇴😎

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😎👍🏼👍🏼

[@charlieramella2886]

Wow! Excellent restoration, enjoy your Honda Elite Scooter!

[@quebecchris]

Love the videos and the channel. Just bough a Honda Helix 1986 and I really like the rebuilt you just did. I'll be using this video and your seperate ones to fix mine since the carb isn't working properly. Keep being the amazing human you are. Thank you.

[@mowler8042]

Been following your van build and saw this and thought I would tell you a story from my past. So way back in the 90's my wife and I lived in the city and then moved to the suburbs and I took along my city bike my Honda Elite . I got a job at the airport that was a good hour drive on the highway and one very hot summer day instead of driving the car I took the Elite on the side roads early. So I work my shift and back then I had little kids and when you could work overtime you did and I just said yes and forgot about riding home. I finished work around midnight and was so tired I said hell with it I will hop on probably one of the biggest scariest highways in North America the 401. I would put the highest octane in the bike and I had the throttle pinned and remember feeling every line in the road, super scary got off after two exits and ended up getting home at around 3 am...ha just noticed when you finished was my B day

[@flowchartboy]

This scoot runs on your enthusiasm! Inspiring. True Biz

[@bhaskarnigam8520]

Great work man 👍. Seeing something old restored and get back to running condition gives a smile on our face. I have a atari game console from 80s but in India no one can restore it. Hope one day I can find someone who can restore it for me

[@traviscosten8836]

Wow. That was one of my favorites back then.. omg. Great job

[@grazz7865]

I had the Yamaha CA50. Built around the same time as the Honda elite. Well built and impressive for mid 80s. Interestingly enough, the technology has not changed in 40 years. Scooters today (without computers) are still being built with the exact same configurations.

[@umdsupreme]

I'm seeing this channel for the very first time and I love it! Well done!