Two-Strokes are Better Than Four-Strokes?

[@andersaxelsson2196]

That xs 650 wow.. And I love older rd to. I would sleep in that room with all bikes😊

[@motorcyclerewind]

Slumber party. 🎉 thanks for watching.

[@neilmoore7805]

My very first motorcycle in 1981 was a 1974 Yamaha RD200 Electric. I loved riding that bike. Your friend has a dream collection. All the fun bikes in one place.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Yes he does. So happy I get to play with them anytime I want. Thanks for watching.

[@hellhound59]

@neilmoore7805. I had a 1975, I think, RD350. Had an oil injector problem, so was pretty smoky. But still very fun to ride. In the mid 1970s, some kid shows up in the neighborhood with an rd200, and that bike left a big impression on me because of the acceleration and light front end. More fun than the 350 in my opinion. The guy was very generous with letting guys ride that pocket rocket, and I recall it would lift the front wheel in second gear pretty easily under acceleration.

[@T.Rathfelder]

I can confirm it does. When ignition and carbs installed correctly. Even if leant forward. ❤

[@guylr7390]

I started my career in the industry at a bike shop uncrating , assembling, prepping and test riding units at a Yamaha-Kawasaki dealership. We sold lots of RD350s, probably 5 to one RD250 or more so I got to sample bunches of them. I have to say though that the 250 was my favorite because it was a bit smoother and revved quicker and cleaner. Every so often I’d get a 250 that was a real ripper and felt just as quick as a 350. I was never sure why but maybe the port alignment between the cylinder and sleeve was just right or maybe I did a better job on setting timing and carb syncing. The blue ‘73 model you have was also my favorite color. The previous owner who added that oil tank valve and warning beeper was probably trying to eliminate oil overflow from the pump due to outlet side check balls not sealing. If they allow oil past when the engine is off the bike will smoke excessively when cold even if the pump is adjusted correctly. Yes F7s all came with turn signals.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome, thanks for sharing your experience! I love hearing these stories. Thanks for watching.

[@dbx1233]

That beeping is a notification that the original Dealer's Warranty is about to expire.

[@motorcyclerewind]

🤣😂🤣thanks for watching.

[@cainbeeping8480]

A beautiful RD 250. Man I would love to have all those bikes.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Me too, that's why I am enjoying helping to curate this collection. Thanks for watching.

[@ballockybill2277]

Love my '82 RD350LC! Put it back on the road two years ago, great fun.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Right on!👍 thanks for watching.

[@shin-pad1052]

😍 Kawasaki is gorgeous, worth the 2hr wait to see it, good luck to everyone on winning the lovely poster, from Shaun in Norwich uk 🇬🇧

[@motorcyclerewind]

I'm rooting for you. Thanks for watching

[@shin-pad1052]

The z1000 at 27m looks great too..

[@motorcyclerewind]

Can’t wait to ride it.

[@Turleyswheels]

that place is just heaven i love the amount of of great bikes in one place each one history at its best ❤and we can see you ❤ it a happy man who wouldn’t be

[@motorcyclerewind]

@turley I am so lucky to have access to all these bikes. Looking forward to sharing them with your guys.

[@nathanlovern5283]

I’ve had in the past a Yamaha DS7 250, RD250 and RD350. Loved then learned to rebuild the blindfolded. Wish I had one but these days there thousands and most no titles. When I was in me 20’s I used one tag for about everything, never worried about being pulled over, on the Suzuki side at one time I’ve had from the GT185 to the GT750 water Buffalo. Not all had titles but rode them anyway Miss those days sighhhh Love your videos

[@motorcyclerewind]

Sounds like you have some great stories! I wouldn’t blindfold you if you wanted to help! 🤣😂🤣Lord knows I could use it. Thanks for watching.

[@nathanlovern5283]

@ I had a giant motorcycle repair manual from the library it covered most bikes made till mid 80’s it was my main guide before the internet I still have it but is in ruff shape

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome. The internet is awesome. I can download a service manual for every bike. Makes life easy.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That sounds like an awesome book.

[@timothybyrom5560]

I love the sound of and RD. When I was a kid my best friend had a 125. Later he got a 250,and a 350 in a package deal. They both needed a little work. We got them both going after awhile, and they were a blast.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Fun bikes. Thanks for watching.

[@shin-pad1052]

Looking forward to this one, love an old Kawasaki..

[@motorcyclerewind]

It was fun. Lots of old Kawasaki’s in our future.

[@PetesClassicCycle]

2 STROKES...KAWASAKI'S... This might be your best video yet!! haha Great stuff Eric, Keep it up!

[@motorcyclerewind]

Glad you liked it! More to come! May have to get you to come down and help me with all these Kawasaki’s. Thanks for watching.

[@PetesClassicCycle]

@motorcyclerewind ready when you are

[@firestorm755]

I had an RD200 when i was 17. It had micron pipes on and sounded so good. Unfortunately though it wasn't a reliable bike. It would break pistons across the ports and a T shape piece would drop into the crank. It happened several times and needed an engine swap each time. I gave up on strokers and traded it for a 400/4 Honda. I was so mean to that thing but it took me everywhere. No more strokers after that.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s crazy. The 400/fours are awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@T.Rathfelder]

It's quite a deal getting it adjusted perfectly for optimum power. The strong 12V ignition provides a hellfire in the combustion chamber. If something's missing you get the piston burnt up very quickly. But if cared properly no need for issues. Once the later piston type installed. The original with the L shaped rings weren't ideal... I agree on the sound. Somehow different to the 250. More flat and clapping but in a joyful manner. When I ride it around every passing dog becomes ferocious! Just no more custom to hearing those two strokes nowadays

[@RedBud315]

My 1st bike @16 was that same Blue '73 RD250 and then about a year later picked up a '75 RD350 that was basically a track bike with a head and tail light and only a tach. I used to blow away all those CB750's stop light to stop light until one day I was surprised by a VF750-F Interceptor. Today I own the '76 RD400 in my profile pic and an XR150L. In between I had my share of triple digit HP bikes and did some club racing so now I figure its more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That's a great story, thanks for sharing! I love motorcycle stories. You’re right about riding a slow bike fast. Thanks for watching.

[@TommyMarthinsen-jy6pq]

So fun too see all that bikes. A real plesire

[@daveswarbrick5576]

Here in the UK we got the CB750 super sport then F1 and F2 versions and great looking Phil Read replica 😎😎 Some lovely bikes in there that bring back great memories

[@motorcyclerewind]

There are some cool bikes in here cant wait to share them with your guys! Thanks for watching

[@NoremacOktik]

Even my old TS185 representin!

[@motorcyclerewind]

Yes it is. Thanks for watching

[@davidtripp4347]

I sold Jimmy the 67 Suzuki T20, I built from boxes. Also the Orange 71 T350 with the helmet. My brother sold him the Blue Rd250 and the green Kawasaki. Plus a few others.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome. Send me an email [e-mail] I would love to connect with you. Thanks for watching.

[@Bryant-r3s]

At a Honda 150 dream and I had a 1974 Yamaha rd350 talk about scaring people that would blow off a Kawasaki 750 from a until about 80 mph I loved my screaming 2-stroke

[@motorcyclerewind]

They really are screaming little engines, aren’t they? So much fun to ride. Thanks for watching.

[@NorthWoodsWes]

Great vid. Like seeing all the bikes. Where does your friend get all them 😂

[@motorcyclerewind]

He is marketplace master. Thanks for watching.

[@oyveydetoymeny]

I tried the 350rdlc and it was mental… the 500rg gamma was lethal, literally : It was too expensive to insure in Europe back in the day

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s crazy. Thanks for watching

[@shaunhardie6077]

Another great blast to the past with this episode Eric, great to see and hear that beautiful RD250 burst into life. Judging by the drum front brake its a very early RD "A" model as the later ones in the model year came with a disc brake, the bikes before were the YDS7(250) and R5F(350) and they had drums and YAMAHA probably used up some old stock. It also sounded like the clutch was slipping just as it came into the powerband, but hopefully some more miles and an oil change will sort that out.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thanks for sharing your RD info. It definitely got better the more I rode it. There is a tune up/oil change in its future. Then some miles and smiles! Thanks for watching.

[@felixklages1893]

Genauso eine RD 250 hatte ich auch, diese kleine Maschine hat wirklich viel Spaß bereitet. Leider habe ich sie 1979 für 900 DM verkauft. Es war ein Fehler heute sehr begehrt und teuer....

[@motorcyclerewind]

I we only know then, what we know now! Thanks for watching.

[@kickingitwithkeri]

Love the green 175 💚

[@kickingitwithkeri]

That orange Suzuki is cute too.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Me too

[@BillHicks-m9h]

Eric, this is when the big four were really the bikes to have, that RD 250 smoked my Ducati 250 on the Ft Bragg air strip, circa 1974 Lumpy

[@motorcyclerewind]

These IDs are awesome cant wait to get into the others. Looking forward to sharing those. Thanks for watching

[@KoJaksKranium]

Not sure if his bikes are ever for sale, but I'd be a serious buyer for that blue RD250. I had the same bike, same color, 40 years ago. KK

[@motorcyclerewind]

Hasn’t sold anything yet. I am working on coming up with a list of some to sell to use proceeds to upgrade the collection. I will let you guys know when/if that happens. Thanks for watching.

[@rsc68er]

Where are all these bikes coming from Eric? That room is full of some great bikes of the past

[@motorcyclerewind]

My friend is a Marketplace fanatic! Thanks for watching.

[@kickingitwithkeri]

That’s a pretty bike 💙

[@motorcyclerewind]

It sure is

[@markrobinson4981]

In Australia RD bikes are too expensive for the average Jo. I have a 73 Yamaha RT360 which I’m bringing back. Motor has been completely rebuilt with 12 Volt conversion. I’m working on frame at the moment. Loving it. Great channel

[@motorcyclerewind]

Sounds like a fun project! Thanks for watching.

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I was a young adult in the 1970s. My Army buddy had an RD350 and it was quick! But he wrecked it. Can you really fall asleep riding a motorcycle? He says he did. I remember the RD250 as the poor man's RD350. I don't think it was popular. My buddy replaced his RD350 with a Suzuki GT380 triple two stroke. He put a Vetter fairing on it so it was a good touring bike. Remember we had the 55mph Federal mandated speed limit then. I had a Honda 550 Four cylinder. It was a great all around bike. I traded for a Harley Electra Glide and it was broken more than it was running. I actually bought a second motorcycle just so I would have something to ride everyday. I got a Suzuki T500 two cylinder two stroke. It wasn't a rocket ship but it was reliable. Later I got a Kawasaki Z900. That was a fun, reliable bike too. Those were good times for motorcyclists and there were many more bikes on the road. All the muscle car drivers switched to motorcycles.

[@motorcyclerewind]

I can attest that you can fall asleep while riding a motorcycle. I felt myself nodding its a scary feeling! Love your motorcycle history thanks for sharing. The Honda CB550 is the perfect size for me. Thanks for watching

[@dw3897]

Yes you can fall asleep while riding. I was on my CB750K1 on my way back to Ohio from CA. Riding east on I80 across the desert, a hot wind, and the drone of the CB's exhaust off to sleep I went. Believe me it is a high pucker factor to wake up off the road in the sand at high speed. Don't know how but I didn't drop it, needless to say I was wide awake after that!

[@jimmywhitlow2012]

We experience sleep deprivation in the military all the time. I've fell asleep during a road march. If you can fall asleep walking, you can fall asleep doing just about anything.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That is crazy. Tired is tired.

[@justinmeadows8446]

Is your friend setting up a museum or is this just a personal collection?

[@motorcyclerewind]

Just a personal collection. Would be awesome if would could turn it into a museum. Thanks for watching. There is still about 30 motorcycles I haven’t seen yet! Thanks for watching.

[@kickingitwithkeri]

I love it when you call me Big Poppa 😂

[@motorcyclerewind]

Quit flirting! I'm married! Thanks for watching

[@kickingitwithkeri]

@@motorcyclerewind😉

[@nathanlovern5283]

Most worries on the old 2 strokes are the old crank seals blowing out from age

[@motorcyclerewind]

You got that right. Thanks for watching.

[@rafaelpelizza5757]

Buenísimo cad aves nejor hermosas motos .saludos rafa de mar del plata argentina

[@motorcyclerewind]

¡Gracias!

[@erikwilson9498]

You have my childhood in your shop!

[@motorcyclerewind]

Really cool motorcycles. I love hearing motorcycle stories.

[@larryalexander4833]

Just came across your channel.👍 Have you seen a Yamaha rd 350 with cable style direct carbs ( Not diaphragm slide style carbs ) and it had 6 gears .Older friend had two of them both were purple . Never saw any others that had six gears and the power it had. We called them purple power😊. I also had a Kawasaki f11250 enduro with A aftermarket pipe. It was very fast for what it was .

[@motorcyclerewind]

Not that I know of. New rabbit hole to go down. Thanks for watching.

[@guylr7390]

All RD350 and RD250s were 6 speed and all has cable operated round slide carbs not diaphragm CV type carbs. Are you thinking Honda CB350?

[@larryalexander4833]

@@guylr7390 no they were not .

[@guylr7390]

@@larryalexander4833 😂🤣

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

That Maroon KZ1000 is similar to the one I got for my very first bike. It was a basket case but I did get it running enough to take a few rides. Next bike was a Nighthawk 650SC(85 I think?). Looking to get back into riding. Just dont tell the MRs lol.

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome. Your secret is safe with me. Thanks for watching.

[@dasjustin]

That's a beautiful RD, why is the exhaust in black?. I own an RD 350 Indian Version

[@motorcyclerewind]

Looks like it had some type of refresh/restore sometime in its life. Thanks for watching.

[@dennisgreene5055]

the rd did not sound right at low throttle? Plugs and carb balance?

[@motorcyclerewind]

I agree. It did get better the longer I rode it. There is a tuneup in its future. Thanks for watching

[@erikwilson9498]

4500 to 7300 is the power band where its happy and many people didn't get that. just like any two stroke

[@motorcyclerewind]

You could ride it all day and never get into the powerband. But that’s no fun. 🤣😂🤣

[@erikwilson9498]

I have had anything from the rd 200 electric start , r5 350s and many rd 350s and 400s. Never lucky enough to have the coveteted liquid cooled 500 and now worth crazy numbers.

[@motorcyclerewind]

WOW!!! Thats an incredible string of bikes. Thanks for watching!

[@71three5ohscrambler8]

I just subscribed.😊

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thanks for joining the fun, welcome aboard! I really appreciate it!

[@agee8322]

Brilliant RD - needs to clear its throat a bit :-) ....... did l hear some clutch slip?

[@motorcyclerewind]

I heard the clutch slip also. It seemed to get better as I rode it. Thanks for watching.

[@erikwilson9498]

When I was 14 I worked for Nor Cal suzuki sweeping the shop and building the bikes out of the crate from japan

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome. I love motorcycle origin stories. Thanks for watching.

[@classiccycleconnection9334]

Clutch seems to slipping a bit . The Yam twins were amazing . I had a 72 Yam R5C. (350)

[@motorcyclerewind]

Yeah the clutch is a little on the tired side. It seemed to get better as the ride went on. It is getting some TLC soon! Thanks for watching.

[@classiccycleconnection9334]

@ chk oil levels, adj clutch per manual and it’s possible to burnish the clutch old school. Put front wheel up against a wall . Engine running, second gear, rev then let clutch out 5/6 times, just partially dont kill engine, just pop it some each time . This will burnish the friction discs . Let clutch cool , chk adjust then ride it. See how it does . Oh, new spark plugs always and fresh fuel . Sounds like perhaps the baffles were shortened to reduce back pressure. Enjoy

[@motorcyclerewind]

Love it. Thanks for sharing. Really appreciate it.

[@T.Rathfelder]

Somehow crazy to see that many bikes in a private collection. Seems place isn't a big deal in the US 😅 I'd like to see more of the RD stuff! I own a RD 200 which is quite rare in Germany.. probably the only one registered for the moment. This little bike provides so much fun, absolutely amazing 😍 As for my RD 50 as a daily driver I'm working on a 250 to get her back running 💨. It's the coffin shaped one with 32hp as it was sold in Britain. But to be honest, the 200 is the most exotic with it's dynostart. Just a blown up 125cc with the power ratio of the 350 from 110hp/ltr. Some modifications on the frame and suspension, seat position as I am a tall person, windshield and your ready to run! Thanks for your video and have a great day 😊

[@motorcyclerewind]

That’s awesome. More TD content coming g soon. Thanks for watching.

[@ridingonabudget]

Will any of these bikes go up for sale eventually?

[@motorcyclerewind]

I am working on that. there are multiples of the same bike. Would love to see him move some bikes so we can upgrade the collection! Thanks for watching

[@russellburns9480]

Is the courthouse yours? I assume all the bikes are yours since you ride a bike.

[@motorcyclerewind]

These motorcycle and the courthouse are a friends. I am helping him curate his collection. Determine their needs and sorting them out. Which is cool gives me access to great motorcycles. Thanks for watching

[@BugeyeBob-zt6ne]

Wish I'd kept the Honda CB160 and Yamaha DS7 that I had. I know the RD250 is supposed to have higher performance than the DS7, but mine rolled into kickass mode at about the same RPM rand as this RD250 does. Pretty certain my next project after my 1958 Bugeye "Lazarus" will be one of these old classic bikes.

[@motorcyclerewind]

I agree with you on the DS7. I had one, I used to say it was like dating a really hot chick that was bat shit crazy! You never knew when it would lose its mind so just hang on! lol Thanks for watching

[@BugeyeBob-zt6ne]

@@motorcyclerewind I loved speed shifting it without using the clutch.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Such a fun bike to ride.

[@geoffreyjones2000]

I have an R5, it's an early rd350 without reed valves. engine stuck with no title

[@motorcyclerewind]

Sounds like a good time! Thanks for watching.

[@arklite360]

I don't recall that on UK models

[@motorcyclerewind]

I think a previous owner added it. I have never seen one before! Thanks for watching

[@erikwilson9498]

Wow, never seen one with the alarm

[@motorcyclerewind]

I hadn’t either. It’s a great idea albeit annoying.

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I'm subscribed. But I would really rather win the CB550.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thats an awesome motorcycle!. Thanks for watching

[@arklite360]

Has it got a turn signal horn that's stuck🤔

[@motorcyclerewind]

Ironically it doubles as a signal alarm too !

[@anthonylawrence9307]

I don't remember my Rd 400 having a black engine. Same with the Rd 250 I turned into a drag bike I know for a fact it wasn't black.

[@motorcyclerewind]

In doing a quick search most are like this RD250. Did see a few non painted ones. Wonder if it was a certain year. Looks like I will be going down this rabbit hole! lol Thanks for watching

[@anthonylawrence9307]

@motorcyclerewind Thank you. I took 3 250s and turned 2 into drag bikes over time and had a great scary time at New England drag strip. Been into this hobby since I was 6 years old with my first bike being a cb160. I'm turning 69 now and still ride and build.

[@shaunhardie6077]

All RD250/350/400 engines had satin black side casings, if they are any other than that they have been polished/ painted.

[@anthonylawrence9307]

@@shaunhardie6077 I bought my 1977 rd400 in 1977 new from the dealer with 1.5 miles on it. It was aluminum and silver in color. I got it from a Yamaha dealer in Shreveport LA.

[@ZikSlone]

I ordered two motorcycle rewind patches and never received them!!!!

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thanks for the heads up. Trying to get caught up after being out of town. Going out tomorrow. Will put a little something extra for the delay!. Thanks for watching

[@ZikSlone]

@@motorcyclerewind it's under my girlfriends name, she ordered them for me as a gift

[@motorcyclerewind]

They are packed up in the mail tomorrow. Sorry about that. The cold got to my brain.

[@MaryK4242]

2-Strokes Huzzah!! All kinds of annoying noises coming off those. 🔊🔊 😁😁 What is going to happen with all these bikes? Inquiring minds want to know. Y'all starting a Moto museum? 🤔🤔

[@motorcyclerewind]

First we are getting them all in one place where they can be seen and maintained. Trying to get him to do a regular meet up. Having a vintage motorcycle meet up here would be awesome. Fingers crossed

[@MaryK4242]

@@motorcyclerewind 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞

[@motorcyclerewind]

That would be fun. 🤩

[@Bryant-r3s]

You called it a TS you know what TS stands for trail Street therefore it came with directionals

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thanks for the info and thanks for watching.

[@GrahamLangston-i5n]

I've a rd 350 1973 mine the same at 5 thu rpm it lifts the front wheel and wants to throw you off the back

[@motorcyclerewind]

The first one I had. Scared the crap out of me when the front wheel is off the ground(unplanned). But once you figure out where it comes alive they are so much fun. Thanks for watching

[@bobmotos66]

Turn signal beep

[@motorcyclerewind]

It has that too! Thanks for watching.

[@jimaureli6475]

Theft alarm ?

[@motorcyclerewind]

That was my first thought. Thanks for watching.

[@michaelnielsen2096]

It's good that the oil burners are now completely gone, it was some worse environmental filth which fortunately is no longer allowed.

[@motorcyclerewind]

Thanks for watching I really appreciate it.

[@arklite360]

💖🙏Hey you mite not have many spanners,,,,,,,,, but LOOK how many bikes ye get to play with 🦾🛠️

[@motorcyclerewind]

You got that right. I am so lucky. Thanks for watching.